Texas will replace the STAAR exam with three shorter tests by 2027 under House Bill 8. SAN ANTONIO — A shakeup is coming to how Texas students are tested. House Bill 8, signed into law by the governor on Wednesday, phases out the STAAR exam as we know it. Starting in 2027, students will be … Read more
Law enforcement confirmed that 24-year-old, Matthew J. Ruth, of Hanover shot and killed three officers Wednesday afternoon, and left two more critically wounded. YORK, Pa. — Three police officers were killed and two others left critically wounded in a shooting in North Codorus Township in York County, Pa. on Wednesday. The five officers who were shot were … Read more
Animal Care Services is investigating after the man was hospitalized for bite wounds. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio man was forced to shoot and kill two of his dogs as he tried to stop them from attacking his smaller dog before they bit him on the arm, local authorities say. Animal Care Services is … Read more
Jade “Sage” McKissic, 20, had been missing since September 10, according to the Houston Police Department. HOUSTON — A University of Houston student who had been missing since last week was found dead, according to the Houston Police Department. The body of Jade “Sage” McKissic was pulled from Brays Bayou near Spur 5 South on … Read more
SB 5 includes $50 million to help cities and counties pay for siren systems and flood gauges. AUSTIN, Texas — The State of Texas is now officially providing nearly $300,000 to help pay for disaster relief and flood warning siren systems. Governor Abbott signed SB 5 Thursday morning, which he announced with a quick social … Read more
Trophy Club PD said Indy gave years of dedicated service to the community, and now they hope residents will rally behind him during his recovery. TROPHY CLUB, Texas — The Trophy Club Police Department is asking the community to rally around one of its own, retired K9 Indy, who is recovering from emergency surgery earlier … Read more
The San Antonio City Council approved the more than $4 billion FY 2026 budget, boosting airport funding and increasing police presence. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio City Council came together to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 budget of more than $4 billion, adding more funds for the airport expansion and adding police officers to … Read more