Viral video shows JSO officer break car window, punch driver in head during February traffic stop

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said Sunday the agency has launched an internal investigation after the video garnered attention on social media. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is launching an internal investigation after a video circulating on social media appeared to show a man forcibly removed from a vehicle and punched by police officers … Read more

It’s been one year since a 20-year-old Bexar County deputy was killed by drunk driver while driving home

SAN ANTONIO — Monday marks a year since a 20-year-old Bexar County deputy was killed while driving home. Meredith Portillo’s car was hit by a wrong-way driver on Interstate-37, close to Loop 1604. Portillo’s family is holding a memorial to honor her life and raise awareness on drunk driving. On this day in 2024, Meredith … Read more

What to know about the Texas Legislature’s special session that starts Monday

The Special Session features a sweeping 18-item agenda focusing on flood recovery efforts, property tax cuts, and more. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Legislature’s special session officially begins at noon on Monday, July 21. It features a sweeping 18-item agenda that includes flood recovery efforts, property tax cuts, the elimination of the STAAR tests, THC … Read more

Knueppel named MVP as Hornets beat Kings to win NBA Summer League crown

The Charlotte Hornets clinch their first NBA Summer League title, defeating the Sacramento Kings 83-78. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For the first time in franchise history, the Charlotte Hornets are NBA Summer League champions, beating the Sacramento Kings in the final, 83-78. The Hornets went 6-0 throughout their time in Las Vegas. This was the first … Read more