Monday’s huge pipeline fire near Houston is a reminder of the thousands of hazardous pipelines that crisscross our state

Virtually anywhere in urban Texas areas, we’re likely driving across buried pipelines carrying hazardous products, with the most common being natural gas. AUSTIN, Texas — It’s probably no surprise that Texas is home to hundreds of thousands of miles of mostly buried pipes. In fact, one-sixth of all the pipelines in the U.S. that transport … Read more

‘It breaks my heart’ | Witnesses describe moment 7-year-old is shot in the chest during an argument between two men

Investigators said it started when two adults were arguing in front of their home on the far west side and a neighbor intervened. SAN ANTONIO — A 24-year-old man is facing charges after investigators said he shot a father and his 7-year-old daughter early Sunday morning on the far west side. The young girl was … Read more

Texas political expert weighs in state of the presidential race as Election Day nears closer

SAN ANTONIO — In the political world there is an expression called the “October surprise,” which often means an event happening that could have big implications right before the election. UTSA Political Science Professor Jon Taylor said that how is this race to the White House has felt like in the last few months. “We … Read more

City secretary in South Texas accused of stealing more than $140,000 from the city

The indictment also accuses Shannan Kinsley of manipulating deposits to hide the missing money, and of receiving cash advances through a city credit account. SAN ANTONIO — The former city secretary of Grey Forest – a small Bexar County community of fewer than 500 residents – is facing charges, accused of stealing more than $140,000 … Read more

‘Fight or flight’ | Teens fight off potential carjacking suspect at Texas gas station

Three teens were headed home from a quinceañera for curfew when a man approached them when they stopped for gas and tried to break into their car. SOMERSET, Texas — It was a frightening situation for three teenagers in Somerset over the weekend. While stopping for gas just off loop 1604 Saturday night, they had … Read more

Former Grey Forest city secretary faces charges, accused of stealing $140,000 in city funds

The indictment states, not only the theft, but that she manipulated deposits to hide the missing money – and even got cash advances through a city credit account. SAN ANTONIO — The former city secretary of Grey Forest is facing charges, accused of stealing more than $140,000 in city funds.  Shannan Kinsley was arrested last … Read more