‘It makes me really sad’: Professor says buoys in Rio Grande have created significant ecological impact

EAGLE PASS – The buoys floating along the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass have been the center of backlash and lawsuits tied to immigration. A professor said the buoys created ecological impacts on the river itself. “It’s going to change the way that the water’s moving in that area,” said Dr. Adriana Martinez, a fluvial … Read more

‘It’s about respect, family, loyalty’ | Cruise down Congress Avenue honors first-ever lowrider museum exhibit

Sunday’s cruise coincided with free admission at the inaugural Lowrider Legacy Exhibit at the Bullock Texas State History Museum. AUSTIN, Texas — On Sunday afternoon, dozens of lowriders cruised down Congress Avenue in Downtown Austin. The Carros Y Cultura Cruise brought together local car clubs and solo riders. High Class Car Club’s Austin Chapter hosted … Read more

‘AC systems get beat to death in Texas’ | Here are some warning signs and tips to keep your AC system working as temperatures rise

A Central Texas HVAC company said a few minutes of upkeep once a month can save you from the heat – and from potentially thousands of dollars in repairs. AUSTIN, Texas — We’re entering the time of the year when air conditioning units will be working overtime every day for the next few months.  And … Read more

Crews install shutters at Port Lavaca H-E-B location in advance of Beryl’s potential arrival

PORT LAVACA, Texas – An area of Texas coastline tortured twice by Hurricane Harvey in 2017 is not taking any chances as Tropical Storm Beryl nears landfall. Crews at the lone H-E-B in Port Lavaca, located in Calhoun County and approximately 130 miles southwest of Houston, were installing shutters Sunday as a measure to stave … Read more

Man shot by girlfriend’s mother during altercation at northeast side apartments, police say

Police say an altercation broke out after another man believed to be associated with the victim’s girlfriend came to the apartment. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Police responded to a call about a shooting on the city’s northeast side Sunday afternoon. According to SAPD Sgt. Bobby Bradley, officers arrived at an apartment complex on the … Read more

How Matagorda County residents, officials are bracing for Beryl

MATAGORDA COUNTY, Texas – For now, Beryl is a tropical storm, but it is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before it makes landfall along the Texas Gulf Coast between Sunday night and early Monday morning. When the storm arrives, Matagorda County is becoming a likely candidate for Beryl’s arrival. KSAT Meteorologist Justin Horne met … Read more