Little-known Texas law could help keep health insurance premiums low when federal subsidies expire in a few days

Texas is one of a few states that have this law, giving residents under the Affordable Healthcare Act a little more flexibility. HOUSTON — There’s a major concern happening across the country. Federal subsidies that have helped keep health insurance premiums on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) lower are set to expire on Dec. 31.  … Read more

OKC’s Gilgeous-Alexander admits the Spurs are better than the Thunder

The Thunder’s impressive start to the season has been undermined by consecutive losses to the Spurs. SAN ANTONIO — The Thunder started the new season looking unstoppable. They matched the best 25-game start ever, achieved only by the 2015-16 Warriors, going 24-1, enjoyed a 16-game win streak, and boasted the NBA’s best defensive rating by … Read more

Bexar County ME shares new details about San Antonio construction worker whose death sparked OSHA investigation

The man who died, 45-year-old Emilio Macareno-Rodriguez, was pronounced dead on Dec. 18 at the site of $10 million Holiday Inn hotel being built at the Rim, according to San Antonio police personnel. Authorities say he fell off a lift at the work site and first responders’ attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.  “It was … Read more

Cause and manner of death determined for San Antonio construction worker who fell from lift

The medical examiner said Macareno-Rodriguez’s cause of death was blunt force injuries and ruled it accidental. SAN ANTONIO — The cause and manner of death have been determined for the construction worker who fell from a lift in mid-December. The man who died, identified as 45-year-old Emilio Macareno-Rodriguez, was pronounced dead at the site of … Read more

Victor Wembanyama among the NBA’s top 10 most-viewed players; Kelly Olynyk’s heart-warming holiday puppy rescue

Victor Wembanyama is captivating NBA fans, and the rankings prove it. SAN ANTONIO — The NBA announced that San Antonio Spurs‘ Victor Wembanyama is among the top-10 most viewed players across NBA social media platforms this season. Wemby ranked No. 2 on the list with 708 million views, just behind Lakers’ Luka Doncic at No. … Read more