Several DART passengers taken to hospital after train catches fire, officials say

DART says none of the injuries were life-threatening. DALLAS — Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) service has been suspended through Downtown Dallas Wednesday afternoon as crews deal with fire near the Pearl/Arts District Station, officials said.  According to a post from DART on X, the fire may cause significant delays for passengers, though shuttle buses … Read more

‘Dodie’ Osteen, mother of Lakewood Church Pastor Joel Osteen, dies at age 91

Joel Osteen posted about her passing on social media Wednesday. HOUSTON — Lakewood Church Pastor Joel Osteen’s mother has died, he announced on social media Wednesday. Dolores Osteen was 91 years old. Below is a message that Osteen posted on Facebook, Instagram and X. “It is with a heavy heart that Victoria and I, along … Read more

Baylor WR Ashtyn Hawkins cleared to play for 2025 season

The announcement comes after a months-long dispute over a previously approved waiver that was unexpectedly revoked earlier this year. WACO, Texas — Baylor wide receiver Ashtyn Hawkins has been granted a sixth year of eligibility by the NCAA, head coach Dave Aranda announced to the local media on Wednesday, following a months-long dispute over a … Read more

‘I feel uniquely prepared’: New SA City Councilwoman Misty Spears on what she hopes to accomplish

Misty Spears will serve until 2029, and is expected to be a more conservative member on a progressive-leaning City Council body. SAN ANTONIO — When newly elected San Antonio City Councilwoman Misty Spears underscored the importance of funding infrastructural upkeep at a budget planning session in late June, she wasn’t doing so in a vacuum.  … Read more

SAPD’s first ‘Beauty and the Badge Summer Youth Camp’ hopes to inspire more girls to join the workforce

Deputy Chief Michelle Ramos says women make up 13% of the San Antonio Police Department. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department is determined to add more women to their workforce. They’re hoping to inspire the next generation in it’s first youth camp for girls ages 13 to 18. About 70 girls showed up … Read more

SAPD’s first ‘Beauty and the Badge Summer Youth Camp’ hopes to inspire more girls to join the police force

Deputy Chief Michelle Ramos says women make up 13% of the San Antonio Police Department’s ranks. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department is determined to add more women to their workforce. The department is hoping to inspire the next generation in its first youth camp for girls ages 13 to 18. About 70 … Read more