Where damage from Saturday’s storms has been reported across the Houston area

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HOUSTON — Powerful storms raced through the Houston area Saturday night Several damage reports have surfaced across Southeast Texas. The National Weather Service will review the reports to determine whether surveys are needed to classify the damage as straight-line wind or tornado-related. Here’s a breakdown of some of the reported damage: Meteorologist Pat Cavlin as … Read more

Mardi Gras revelers weather the storm as parade rolls through Galveston

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Powerful storms moved into Galveston Saturday as thousands of parade-goers lined the streets. GALVESTON, Texas — Rain began falling in Galveston just as one of Mardi Gras’ biggest parades rolled through downtown Saturday night, but neither the weather nor earlier warnings were enough to derail the celebration. In a matter of seconds, light winds gave … Read more

Have you met your match? San Antonio matchmakers say business is booming as more singles drop dating apps

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Singles in San Antonio are increasingly turning to matchmakers for personalized dating experiences, seeking authenticity and safety over unreliable dating apps. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio-based matchmakers tell KENS 5 that more singles are dropping apps for a more curated approach to dating.  As the saying goes, “money can’t buy you happiness,” but according to … Read more

‘We’re still in shock’ | Community gathers to honor Stevens High School football player who died after collapsing at practice

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“I don’t know how we’re going to get through it, and how we’re going to go on, but we have to,” said Melissa Verastegui, Family friend. SAN ANTONIO — About 100 family members, friends and community members gathered Saturday night near Stevens High School to honor 16-year-old Jaren “J-Law” Lawson, a football player who died … Read more

‘I cry every day’ | 10 years after west-side killing, mother of Richard Ramos still seeks justice

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Josefina Ramos says her son Richard was setup by a girl after receiving a friend request from her the day before he was shot and killed on the city’s west side. SAN ANTONIO — This week marks 10 years since 20-year-old Richard Ramos was shot and killed on the city’s west side, a case that … Read more