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SAN ANTONIO — Woman arrested 19 years after her newborn baby was found on the side of the road

JFK spent his final full day in San Antonio

Outdoor ice-skating rink opening on Thanksgiving in Boerne

Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios won the 2023 Miss Universe competition.

More than 900 guns exchanged for grocery gift cards in San Antonio Sunday

SAWS rescues puppy that fell into sewer main

Retriever mix named Apollo has been at shelter for over two and half years | Forgotten Friends

Texas House votes to remove school vouchers from massive education bill

UTSA’s Jeff Traylor interviews for Texas A&M coaching vacancy after Jimbo Fisher’s firing

The Processors: San Antonio police CSI shares the rewards and distress of evidence-gathering

Snoop Dogg announces he’s going to stop smoking

‘The nightmares I have are worse than this’ | Uvalde father reacts to graphic photos in Washington Post article

Two arrested in 2020 death of an Elmendorf teenager found in abandoned parking lot

NASCAR broadcasting pioneer Ken Squier dies

Pete Arredondo’s discharge status reverted from honorable after Uvalde CISD challenge

Kit Kat releases new chocolate frosted donut flavor

At 15 years old, Shyla Brown is the number one ranked African American Junior Golfer

Video shows man pull wounded officer to safety on Houston’s Southwest Freeway

Morgan’s Wonderland making its way to the silver screen

“Fourth Wing” generates colossal amounts of buzz among fantasy readers across the nation

Here’s when San Antonio will light up the H-E-B Christmas Tree

SAISD makes decision on controversial ‘rightsizing’ plan

Drake to perform at the Frost Bank Center on his ‘It’s All a Blur-Big as the What?’ tour

‘I feel violated, this is my home’: San Antonio mother cautions community after she says Ring doorbell video captures thief in action

1 child survives, mother, 3 other children killed in head-on crash in Livingston

Prince has been at shelter for two years with no applications | Forgotten Friends

Local veteran speaks about how his K9 helps him live a better life

Tracy Chapman wins CMA for ‘Fast Car’ more than 30 years after its release.

Prominent Native American and women’s rights activist Wilma Mankiller is being honored with her own Barbie.

Breaking down the propositions on your ballot this November

Astros’ Mauricio Dubón wins his first Gold Glove!

Swisher was found limping around with a bullet wound to his back leg | Forgotten Friends

Oh deer! It’s mating season. And drivers should be extra cautious.

New tiled mural spotlights Plaza de Armas history, from its Chili Queens to its nightlife

Everything you need to know about Wurstfest 2023 in New Braunfels

Breaking down the propositions on your ballot this November

LOOK:  Spurs’ new City Edition uniforms inspired by Hemisfair heritage

Josh Jung, a MacArthur grad helped the Texas Rangers win their very first World Series in the team’s 62-year history.

Turn the space heater off at night, don’t load up on outlets and other fire-prevention tips to keep in mind

‘They do this for our enjoyment’: Skeleton House of San Antonio’s daily skeleton scenes are a Halloween hit

Feisty feline named Baloo is waiting for you | Forgotten Friends

Matthew Perry, star of ‘Friends,’ has died, reports say

5 costumes you can DIY last minute to make this Halloween spooktacular

UTSA’s Traylor still beloved in old coaching stomping grounds of Gilmer, Texas

Spooky treats on offer at San Antonio bakery

Astros skipper Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring

At least 16 dead in Maine shooting and dozens injured, law enforcement officials tell AP

‘Creepy and kooky’ Addams Family hits the stage in new NEISD musical

Hobby Airport closed after private planes crash on runway

Cousin of David Bell, wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns delivers baby at NFL stadium during Colts vs. Browns game.

Cruel joke for trick-or-treaters or coveted seasonal delight? The great Halloween debate over candy corn is on.

‘His 11,478 days on earth would never be enough’: Bobi, the world’s oldest dog, dies

blink-182 to perform at the Frost Bank Center in June 2024

Kuba adopted after 697 days at shelter | Forgotten Friends

Hunter was left tied to a mailbox by his family when they moved | Forgotten Friends

MLB hands down punishments to Astros, Rangers for bench-clearing incident from Game 5 of ALCS

North Texas teen dies after collapsing during cross country meet

ASTROS WIN! Altuve’s blast lifts Houston to 5-4 game 5 win and 3-2 ALCS lead | See highlights

Teen asks Drake to Sweet 16 party using massive invitation along I-10

Popovich makes big, bold choice at starting point guard to start the Wemby Era

Texas will receive $4 million from CDC in an effort to fight fentanyl

Two SAPD officers shot while responding to domestic disturbance, chief says

NOAA predicts wetter-than-normal winter for San Antonio

Burt Young, Oscar-nominated ‘Rocky’ actor, dies at 83

Game highlights: Javier’s strong start leads Astros to win over Rangers in Game 3 of ALCS

San Antonio businessman, philanthropist Red McCombs passes away peacefully at 95

As MACRI opens west-side visitor center, it prepares for bigger goal: a national museum of Mexican American civil rights

‘Really amazing person’ | Friends, family talk about TAMU freshman who fell to her death in dorm

Anti-abortion groups sue City of San Antonio over $500,000 Reproductive Justice Fund

‘Swatting calls’ to schools in the San Antonio area increase in 2023

Several residents, parents and teachers speak out over the SAISD plan that would close 19 schools.

New details about the alleged shooter at the State Fair of Texas.

Actor Michael Caine announces retirement, says ‘The Great Escaper’ will be his last film

Piper Laurie, who starred in ‘Carrie’ and ‘The Hustler,’ dies at 91

PHOTOS: Watching the annular eclipse in San Antonio and South Texas

Dobby has not known much kindness in her life | Forgotten Friends

Here’s why you may see giant balloons hovering overhead near San Antonio

New eats and drinks coming to the Frost Bank Center in time for the new Spurs season

Meet an eclipse chaser ready to witness history in San Antonio

Suspected burglar falls through attic and gets trapped in wall, police say

‘Ring of fire’ will be visible in San Antonio during solar eclipse. Here’s what you need to know.

Someone has won the $1.765 billion Powerball jackpot: Where was the ticket sold?

SAFD discusses the growing battle with vacant structure fires 

Trial for San Antonio man accused of killing his baby girl rescheduled for January

Spurs playing on KENS 5 for 11 games in 2023-24 season; Here’s the full local TV schedule

Wembanyama lives up to the preseason hype. Watch the plays here.

San Antonio’s Jewish community ‘praying for peace’ as Israel-Hamas conflict escalates

Which San Antonio districts are – and aren’t – in compliance with HB3?

Simone Biles wins 23rd gold medal at gymnastics world championships

Pearl was surrendered by her owner who said she couldn’t care for her anymore | Forgotten Friends

Crocs unveils its own version of cowboy boots

Mistrial declared in case of former SAPD officers who forced their way into man’s home in 2020

San Antonio group encouraging Latinas to take charge to close the pay gap

Three Texans take home millions from Powerball, including one San Antonian

All four coaches turn their chairs for San Antonio woman on ‘The Voice Blind Auditions’

Celebrate National Taco Day with warm homemade tortillas stuffed to the brim with your favorite meat.

Why health experts are urging early mammogram screening amid Breast Cancer awareness month

Kevin McCarthy ousted as speaker of the House in historic vote

US Rep. Henry Cuellar OK after he was carjacked at gunpoint in DC

WATCH: Full Spurs Media Day 2023 interviews

Shirley is a loveable shepherd mix who was dumped at a vet clinic  | Forgotten Friends

AL West champs! Astros win division on final day of regular season

Pump It Up and get ready for Elvis Costello at the Majestic Theatre

Ballet San Antonio brings Disney classic to life in unique production

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio lands on Earth after being stuck in space for a year

Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. president, turns 99

These Texas actors are starring in some of fall’s biggest movies

NBA suspends ex-Spur Josh Primo four games for conduct detrimental to the league

Free events happening in San Antonio to view the solar eclipse take place next month

Sen. Dianne Feinstein dies at age 90

Big plans in store for opening day at new downtown park 

How often does a full moon happen? And other questions about the harvest moon supermoon this week

Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter,’ has died

More than 800 sworn in as new citizens of ‘the land of opportunity’ at San Antonio ceremony

Taylor Swift is a fan and suddenly, so is everyone else. Travis Kelce jersey sales jump nearly 400%

‘It’s been very traumatizing’ | Family shot at by employee in Jack In The Box drive-thru files lawsuit

President Biden will be the first sitting president in U.S. history to walk a picket line

September 26 is National Pancake Day

‘NCIS’ star David McCallum dies at 90

LOOK: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama visits and autographs one of his San Antonio murals

Biggest space haul from beyond the moon will soon arrive in Houston

Students and staff safe at East Central High School after emergency crews responded to incident

Circle K if offering free coffee starting September 25

2024 Super Bowl halftime show headliner revealed

Hot dog! The Wienermobile is back after short-lived name change

‘Wheel of Fortune’ announces decision on Vanna White’s future on game show

SAPD releases body camera video of three recent deadly confrontations between police and wanted suspects

September 23 is the first day of fall

Child jumps out of vehicle after he wakes up and finds thief driving his dad’s car, SAPD says

The centerpiece of a new movie made in San Antonio might be this tamale dress

San Antonio airport announces flights to Europe with new leisure airline

Meerkat babies arrive to San Antonio Zoo

‘Big Give’ returns for it’s tenth anniversary on Wednesday

Drake announces that he found a place to live in Houston

SAISD proposes closing 19 schools amid enrollment issues, most of them elementary campuses 

National Cheeseburger Day deals 2023: Where to get a bargain in the San Antonio area

‘The Young and the Restless’ actor Billy Miller dies at 43

Whitehouse, Texas residents cheer on Patrick Mahomes during start of NFL season

Poor pup: Florida K-9 bitten by cottonmouth snake while training

San Antonio commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

Brooks & Dunn among musical artists playing at the 75th San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo

San Antonio City Council votes to approve $3.7 billion 2024 budget, but one member abstains

‘My staff saved the building’: SUV crashes into Adelita Tamales, sparks fire

DPS names first-ever female Texas Ranger major

Nearly $3 billion Bexar County budget approved while judge and commissioners demand greater transparency  

Trio of small earthquakes recorded east of San Antonio on Monday

SAPD wife, minister opens up about recent shootings involving police

The United States marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska

Texas singer-songwriter Charlie Robison dead at 59

DPS driver license offices to reopen Monday following statewide closure, frustration for residents

SAISD employee out of a job after her ex-boyfriend sent nude photos to school officials, police say

SA photographer displays his 50-year career at the Witte Museum

What to know before heading to UTSA’s home opener

Another chance for multiple days of rain coming up for San Antonio

Mating manatees cause influx of 911 calls from concerned beachgoers

Burning Man attendees able to leave Nevada desert after days trapped by mud

Coco Gauff is the 1st US teen since Serena Williams to reach consecutive US Open quarterfinals    

Former Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell dead at 56, reports say

Reina, southern white rhino at San Antonio Zoo, suffers miscarriage

Corgis dressed in royal attire parade outside Buckingham Palace to honor Queen Elizabeth II

Bruno Biscuit was left tied to the door at PetSmart | Forgotten Friends

‘Margaritaville’ singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett dead at 76

An AMBER Alert was issued for a Dallas teen. Now she faces a murder charge, police say

New Texas laws going into effect Friday could affect you and your family

Chief McManus: SAPD fatally shoots wanted felon who was firing at I-10 traffic on east side

Police testify about pursuit of wanted felon accused of shooting two officers in San Antonio

Tracking Hurricane Idalia after it made landfall in Florida

It may take years for Texas rivers, lakes to recover from drought 

27-year-old West Texan wins Mrs. America 2023

‘You left him there to die’ | Wife of Army veteran killed in hit-and-run demands justice

Texas law banning COVID-related mandates by local governments takes effect this week 

Tropical Storm Idalia forecast to become major hurricane

Justin Verlander faces his former team, Kyle Tucker hits his 26th homer as Astros rout Tigers 17-4

Simone Biles makes history with 8th US Gymnastics title

Naco is a big teddy bear in grizzly bear’s body | Forgotten Friends

‘Pee-wee Herman’ actor Paul Reubens has died at 70

Theaters nationwide celebrate National Cinema Day with $4 movies, including here in San Antonio

Endangered baby bird hatches at San Antonio Zoo

Trump released from Fulton County, Georgia, jail after surrendering on election interference charges

SAPD: Two officers shot while trying to arrest wanted man in west San Antonio

San Antonio, CPS Energy leaders encourage energy conservation amid ‘strong possibility’ of outages

COVID shuts down school district in Karnes County for the rest of the week

Who takes advantage of Donald Trump’s absence and other things to watch in the Republican debate

Teen angler reels in the luckiest of catches

Will Hurd of Texas fails to qualify for first GOP presidential debate

Teen dies after drowning at Tube Chute in New Braunfels Saturday

Want to be paid $1,000 to review Buc-ee’s snacks? Here’s how to apply to be a Bud-ee.

One year anniversary of Forgotten Friends

Panda Express investigating after a San Antonio customer’s card was charged $400 in one day

North East ISD driver named best bus driver in Texas

Maui’s emergency services chief resigns after facing criticism for not activating sirens during fire

Strange sighting: Hill Country Village baffled by mysterious creature

Wembanyama is the reincarnation of Tim Duncan says former Spur

Judge declines to approve Hyundai/Kia class action settlement, noting weak proposed remedies.

SeaWorld unveils newest attraction set to open in 2024

New dates announced for Madonna’s world tour. Here’s when & where she’ll be in Texas

Country star coming to San Antonio for two nights in May

Trump has been indicted in a fourth case. Here’s where all the investigations stand.

Cecily Aguilar sentenced to 30 years in prison for 2020 murder of Vanessa Guillen

Hawaii’s governor warns that scores more people could be found dead following wildfires on Maui

Archdiocese of San Antonio removes to priests from church duties amid sexual misconduct claims

Brindle dumped at shelter because owner didn’t want him anymore | Forgotten Friends

Ohio couple celebrates 80th anniversary with family and friends

Popovich, Parker, Hammon and Gasol headline star-studded 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame class

‘Did he trust the wrong person?’: Pleasanton man goes missing during fishing trip

SPECIAL: PART THREE: Remembering Dan Cook, A San Antonio legend

San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park announces new Elephant enclosure

What to know about SA’s proposed $3.7 billion budget

Maui wildfires: How to help those impacted

Plans for high-speed rail between two Texas cities clear another hurdle

Al’s Formal Wear locations including San Antonio close abruptly, leaving customers scrambling

Bexar County issues burn ban – effective immediately – due to severe drought

SAPD: San Antonio teen related to Uvalde school shooter accused of trying to illegally buy AR-15, plotting to carry out local attack

TEXAS TAX-FREE WEEKEND: What can you save money on?

KENS 5 anchor Isis Romero adds new role as adjunct professor on UIW

‘We need rain’: Edwards Aquifer drops to lowest level in nearly a decade

Whataburger proclaims Aug. 8 ‘National Whataburger Day’

OL Wallace found guilty of murder in shooting at MLK gathering last year

Excessive Heat Warning and Red Flag Warning from noon to 9 p.m.  | Forecast

‘Barbie’ joins $1 billion club as ‘Meg 2’ takes a bite out of the box office

Purple Heart Project continues to grow over the years

Mr. Piggy is the life of the party | Forgotten Friends

Astros’ star Jose Altuve hits milestone 200th career home run

US loses to Sweden on penalty kicks: ‘Soccer can be cruel sometimes’

Beach man wins fight to keep emu as emotional support animal

Prissy and Yum-Yum, the bonded pair whose owner died unexpectedly, got adopted! | Forgotten Friends

Mega Millions jackpot rises to $1.35 billion: How much is the cash option?

Major partnership: Spurs renaming their home arena Frost Bank Center

Owner of Moses Rose’s Hideout agrees to deal to sell building in Alamo expansion plans

Two SA restaurants are the first in the city to participate in solar car panel program

Donald Trump indicted for efforts to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss

There’s a reason researchers woke up a roundworm that had been dormant for 46,000 years

Last of eight siblings hoping to find his ‘Forever Home’

Bubba Snoop’s owner abandoned him after threatening to shoot him | Forgotten Friends

Two supermoons in August mean double the stargazing fun

‘People are dying’ | Houston police release final reports from Astroworld Festival investigation

When will the first part of the Loop 1604 project wrap up? Here’s what TxDOT says.

Manu Ginobili lends his voice to The Great Springs Project

Trump accused of asking staffer to delete camera footage in Florida classified documents case

How can you tell if you have typhus?

SAPD: Two hurt, one dead after man tracks down stolen vehicle and confronts suspects

Booksellers sue Texas officials over new law that could remove books with sexual references

Scientists say July may be the hottest month in 120,000 years

Canyon Lake is just feet away from historically low water levels

LeBron James’ son Bronny suffers cardiac arrest during workout

DOJ sues Texas over Rio Grande buoys, citing humanitarian and environmental concerns

San Antonio’s streak of 100-degree days ends

Adorable baby ducks rescued from storm grate by SAFD

The results of ‘Barbenheimer’ weekend are in. Here’s who took the box office crown.

Texas Camel Corps educates visitors on using camels at the Alamo in the 1850’s

Which Barbie look are you according to your state? Check out all 50 looks!

Kidnapped San Antonio girl rescued in California after waving ‘help me’ sign while in suspect’s vehicle, officials say

Special-format screenings of ‘Oppenheimer’ expected to resume Saturday at AMC Rivercenter, company says

Singer Tony Bennett, timeless stylist of American musical standards, has died

Migrants discovered in tanker truck in southwest San Antonio

One ticket claims $1B Powerball jackpot | $1M-winning ticket sold in Houston

Is a hot dog a sandwich? Merriam-Webster says it is

Man who drifted in Pacific for 3 months with dog returns to dry land, is ‘grateful’ to be alive

Texas politicians react to report about alleged inhumane behavior at Mexican border

This summer is on track to be among Texas’ most extreme

Acting as Paxton impeachment judge, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issues sweeping gag order

2 millionaires in Texas, including 1 in Katy, after Saturday’s Powerball drawing

Former Spurs guard Avery Johnson shuts down trash talk about Victor Wembanyama playing in San Antonio

Large python with record nest of 111 eggs removed from Everglades

Tesla’s 1st electric pickup has rolled off the assembly line, company says

Hallmark Channel to host first-ever Christmas Cruise

ERCOT predicts record electric demand this week

LeBron James says at ESPYS he will play for Lakers again

Free french fries at McDonald’s

CineFestival returns to west side with its largest program in years

TX Sen. Roland Gutierrez announces his run for US Senate seat

Wembanyama more aggressive in stronger second Summer League game with Spurs in Las Vegas

Popovich, Spurs agree to a 5-year contract

Spurs fans are roasting Victor Wembanyama haters on social media

San Antonio Zoo offering ‘Kids Wild Night Out’ 

The Texas shooter in a racist Walmart attack is going to prison. Here’s what to know about the case

No charges to be filed in incident between Britney Spears, Victor Wembanyama’s security at Vegas restaurant

New sandwich is coming to Bill Miller restaurant chain

Pet owners in Klein say boarding center left their pups out in the heat for hours. Now, one of them is dead

Rudy Farias update: HPD says he came home the day after he was reported missing; mom ‘deceived police’

Man arrested, charged in grisly double murder in Atascosa County

Child dies in Fourth of July crash, SAPD says; driver arrested for manslaughter

Jersey Shore’s DJ Pauly D will bring his fist pump performance to San Antonio

Ken Paxton will not testify at impeachment trial, defense attorney says

Rudy Farias timeline: New details on where and when the man who disappeared 8 years ago was found

Prissy and Yum-Yum are a bonded pair whose owner died unexpectedly, leaving them behind | Forgotten Friends

Mark Howerton sentenced to 20 years for aggravated assault in Trinity cheerleader’s 2017 death

Santikos to acquire 17 movie theater locations across seven states outside Texas

Best friends mourning after dog adopted when she was surrendered at Dallas shelter at 19 dies hours after birthday party

Meet the man who visits the site where 53 migrants lost their lives

Malaria cases in Texas and Florida are the first US spread since 2003, CDC says

The welcomes for Wembanyama continue in San Antonio as the focus shifts to what’s next

Texas Uber driver fatally shot by passenger who thought she was being kidnapped, police say

From Whataburger to the SAPD, San Antonio is rolling out the red carpet for Victor Wembanyama on social media

Airline ground crew member killed by engine of a jet at San Antonio International Airport

Three SAPD officers suspended, charged with murder after killing woman overnight

Critical 96-hour mark for oxygen supply on Titanic sub has passed

Former Congressman Will Hurd announces he is running for president

‘I really can’t wait’: Wembanyama excited about opportunity to suit up for the Spurs

Yankees welcome Wembanyama to throw out first pitch

Tracking The Tropics | Tropical storm Bret strengthens in the Atlantic

‘The Grandmother of Juneteenth’ honored in San Antonio

Legendary Houston rapper Big Pokey dies after passing out during show in Beaumont

San Antonio hits 100 degrees for the first time in 2023

Tornado devastates Texas Panhandle town, killing 3 and injuring dozens

What you should know to stay safe during 100-degree weather in San Antonio

Events to celebrate Juneteenth in San Antonio

Bonded pair adopted together after viral video

Meet the women joining San Antonio City Council

American Red Cross blood donors will receive a $10 gift card throughout June

UFO and large alien creatures reported in Las Vegas and police took it seriously

UIL will study sanctioning esports and allowing TV stations to broadcast high school football live

Author Cormac McCarthy dies at 89

Nuggets capture first NBA championship in franchise history

What you should know to stay safe during the hottest week of the year

‘So long, Maverick’: Retired Highlands County K-9 dies after 8 years on duty

Here’s what’s happened since deadly Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando 7 years later

Super-sweet boxer mix named Paulie brought to shelter after being hit by car | Forgotten Friends

4 children survived a plane crash and 40 days alone in the Amazon jungle. The youngest is a baby

Pinned down by a gunman, a mom and her kids survived bullets flying at their apartment

Triple-digit heat arrives to San Antonio next week | FORECAST

Bexar County DA drops charges against suspect accused of killing teens

Spurs’ Keldon Johnson gives his thoughts on Victor Wembanyama

Donald Trump indicted on 7 counts in connection with classified documents probe

Lawsuit claims BCSO deputies use baseless traffic stops to conduct illegal searches

After 6 years, East Texas family officially adopts foster daughter

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