The bill would require people to use restrooms and locker rooms in public schools and government buildings that match their biological sex at birth. AUSTIN, Texas — At the state Capitol, a controversial proposal critics call “the bathroom bill” is back this special session. House Bill 32 by state Rep. Valoree Swanson (R-Spring), known officially … Read more
With the win and a Seattle loss, the Astros now lead the AL West by six games. HOUSTON — Christian Walker singled home the go-ahead run in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep. Zack Short and Taylor Trammell started the ninth with … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating a deadly shootout on the Northwest side that they suspect began with an online sale meetup. At around 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, officials responded to two locations in the 1700 block of Babcock Road and 1500 block of Mardell Street, for reports of gunfire in the area. SAPD … Read more
Sammie Magee, 18, from Kansas, aids Kerr County flood victims and honors Robb Elementary shooting victims through her nonprofit, Sammie’s Toy Drive. SAN ANTONIO — An 18-year-old from Kansas is on a mission to help the people of Kerr County after the devastating flooding. Not only is Sammie Magee helping out; she’s also honoring the … Read more
Israeli rescue team ZAKA uses AI-driven flood modeling to aid Kerrville, Texas, in locating flood victims, honoring the dead and fostering interfaith collaboration. KERRVILLE, Texas — A world-renowned Israeli search and rescue team is on the ground in Kerrville, using high-tech modeling and centuries-old traditions to aid in the search for flood victims in the … Read more
Texas A&M’s mascot, Reveille X, is recovering after surgery to remove her right eye due to glaucoma, with a full return to activities expected this fall. COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University’s beloved mascot, Reveille X, is recovering after undergoing surgery to remove her right eye due to complications from glaucoma, university officials announced … Read more
The special session is underway this week, with flooding response and recovery slated to be a primary topic. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas lawmakers spent Wednesday asking tough questions about the disastrous July Fourth flooding that left at least 135 people dead across two dozen counties, a region stretching from Kerrville to San Angelo. At least, … Read more