Lawmakers push to spend billions of dollars for water projects and debate which ones to prioritize

Lawmakers will debate whether to invest more into new water supplies or repairing old, leaking pipes around Texas. AUSTIN, Texas — This article originally appeared in The Texas Tribune. Click here to read it. Editor’s Note: The abstract has been amended to account for formatting constraints. “Lawmakers push to spend billions of dollars for water projects and … Read more

New study reveals more than half of marijuana users drive hours after consumption

A new study on cannabis users’ driving habits highlights risks. “Those effects can have deadly impacts if they get behind the wheel,” warns AAA. NORFOLK, Va. — A newly released study looks into the driving habits of those who not only use cannabis but also the perceptions and reasons for driving under the influence. According … Read more

Fort Worth students, artists dedicate mural to Gainesville girl who died by suicide

Gainesville ISD confirmed 11-year-old Jocelynn Rojo Carranza was bullied over her parent’s immigration status. GAINESVILLE, Texas — A new mural in Fort Worth was painted to honor the life of 11-year-old Jocelynn Rojo Carranza, the Gainesville girl who died after an attempted suicide in February. Her family told WFAA she was bullied in school about … Read more

San Antonio gears up for 2025 Final Four with 2,500 volunteers who get special perks

SAN ANTONIO — The Final Four is almost here and it takes thousands of volunteers to make it a success – 2,500 to be exact!  Elena Wells is the executive director for the San Antonio local organizing committee for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. “We’re super excited, we’ve been working on this since we … Read more

Neighbors react after flames finish off 95-year-old SA home in the midst of deconstruction effort

Neighbors said the long-abandoned home had been a source of fear for more than a year. SAN ANTONIO — When a 95-year-old home on McKinley Avenue caught fire early Sunday morning, billowing smoke could be seen for miles. Neighbors said the longtime abandoned home had been a source of fear for more than a year, as … Read more