‘I pray they finally do something’ | New Texas law requires water testing at prisons, jails

A new Texas law mandates regular water quality tests in prisons and jails to address concerns of contamination. MARLIN, Texas — A new state law aims to improve water quality in Texas prisons and county jails, following long-standing concerns raised by inmates and their families. Senate Bill 1929, which went into effect Sept. 1, requires … Read more

‘I pray they finally do something’ | Texas legislators fund two prisons $37 million for water projects

A new Texas law mandates regular water quality tests in prisons and jails to address concerns of contamination. MARLIN, Texas — A new state law aims to improve water quality in Texas prisons and county jails, following long-standing concerns raised by inmates and their families. Senate Bill 1929, which went into effect Sept. 1, requires … Read more

Texans weighed in on their favorite homegrown brands | Here’s which Texas-based companies won out

Texans care deeply about brands that call the Lone Star State home. Here are the companies that were named the favorites. DALLAS — Texans are deeply proud of homegrown brands.  From beer to ice cream to grocery stores, there are iconic Texas brands that have captured what it means to be a Texan, but which … Read more

‘We got to do more’ | ALERRT Center at Texas State gets $25M boost to expand training facility

A big step is happening when it comes to safeguarding schools and public spaces in Texas. MAXWELL, Texas — For two-and-a-half decades, the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center, also known as ALERRT, at Texas State University has been training hundreds of thousands of first responders.  Their aim is to provide the best research-based … Read more

‘They ransacked the store’ | Thieves hit northwest-side smoke shop two nights in a row; police seek suspects

“The back-to-back nature of it does seem to call into question whether or not they’re tied together in any way,” Flite 4/20 Smoke Shop’s attorney said. SAN ANTONIO — A northwest-side smoke shop was targeted by thieves on back-to-back nights this week, prompting the store’s attorney and local authorities to ask for the public’s help … Read more

Supper at Hotel Emma relaunches with global flavors and unique eating experiences

Hotel Emma celebrates a decade in San Antonio by relaunching Supper, its acclaimed restaurant, offering diverse global cuisine. SAN ANTONIO — Get your forks ready San Antonio because you’re invited to the supper table at one of the city’s premiere hotel destinations.  After 10 years in the Alamo City, Hotel Emma is celebrating their debut … Read more

SAPD: Suspected case of road rage leads to shooting; victim taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

Police say they are currently looking for the suspected shooter. SAN ANTONIO — A suspected road rage shooting landed a victim in the hospital Tuesday night, SAPD says. Around 9:20 p.m., police were called to the area of Culebra and I-10 West where the victim’s vehicle was pulled over. Police say an unknown suspect fired … Read more