Officials say high-rise apartment fire near downtown was started by cigarette on coffee table

Firefighters swiftly contained a ninth-floor apartment fire in downtown San Antonio, blamed on a cigarette, minimizing damage and preventing injuries. SAN ANTONIO — Firefighters responded to a late-night fire at a high-rise apartment building near downtown San Antonio on Sunday night. The fire was reported around 10:48 p.m. at the Villa Tranchese Apartments located in … Read more

‘It really warms your heart’ | SA nonprofit spreads holiday cheer with 10th annual Christmas event

During Sunday’s event, children received toys, families were served dinner and attendees enjoyed crafts and activities designed to bring everyone together. SAN ANTONIO — A local nonprofit brought smiles, meals and holiday gifts to dozens of families during its 10th annual Christmas dinner and toy drive. Rock N’ Rockers Kids Pajamas Foundation, founded by Anthanette … Read more

‘Praying for them to get healed’ | 2 deputies shot, suspect killed during domestic disturbance call in north Bexar County

According to BCSO, deputies were called to the scene for a reported domestic disturbance involving a man who was estranged from his family. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — Two Bexar County sheriff’s deputies were shot during a domestic disturbance call early Sunday morning in north Bexar County, authorities confirmed. It happened just after 8:30 a.m. in … Read more

Where the Dallas Cowboys rank among the world’s 50 most valuable sports teams

Here’s where the Dallas Cowboys rank in Forbes’ list of the world’s 50 most valuable sports teams for 2025. DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys may be eliminated from playoff contention, but they remain at the top of Forbes’ list of the 50 most valuable sports teams in the world for 2025.  The Cowboys ranked number one on … Read more

Texas A&M sweeps top-ranked Kentucky to claim first-ever national volleyball title

The Aggies beat three No. 1 seeds to win the title. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Logan Lednicky had 11 kills, Maddie Waak had 29 assists and Texas A&M won its first NCAA volleyball championship, sweeping Kentucky 3-0 on Sunday. The Aggies (29-4) accomplished the rare feat of defeating three No. 1 seeds. They defeated Nebraska … Read more

Texas electricity rates are surging — and families are struggling to keep up

Rising electricity rates are forcing Texas families to choose between groceries and utilities, as one Fort Worth mother finds relief heading into the holidays. FORT WORTH, Texas — Rising utility bills are forcing some Texas families to choose between paying for electricity and putting food on the table. For Shakina Thompson, the pressure has become … Read more