Houston lawmakers defend TSU as state investigation threatens university funding. HOUSTON — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to launch an investigation into Texas Southern University after Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said a state audit revealed thousands of unauthorized invoices totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. Texas Southern University’s … Read more
BCSO says the woman dropped a bag with a gun inside of it and a bullet struck her in the abdomen after the firearm hit the ground. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office says a woman was struck by a bullet after dropping a bag with a gun inside of it on the … Read more
Police have few clues as the teen was unable to give them much information. SAN ANTONIO — A 16-year-old boy who was shot on the southwest side Monday night continues to recover. Police said the teen was rushed from the scene on Somerset Road in critical condition about 8 p.m. Neighbors at the Hunters Glen … Read more
REI said it will “forgo profits and sales” and pay its more than 14,000 employees to enjoy time outside. DENVER — REI Co-op will be closed on Thanksgiving and Black Friday once again. The outdoor retailer said its 195 locations will be closed as part of a movement the retailer calls “Opt Outside.” The co-op … Read more
San Antonians can pick up free food and essentials at community pantries – open to everyone, no questions asked. SAN ANTONIO — With the holidays approaching, San Antonio’s community food pantries are seeking donations and opening their shelves to families in need of a little help. These volunteer-run pantries offer free food and essentials to … Read more
Designed to reduce anxiety and support mental wellness, a new starting signal aims to create a safer, more welcoming race experience for all participants. SAN ANTONIO — This year, the start line might feel a little quieter. The San Antonio RoadRunners are making race day less stressful by ditching the traditional airhorn and gunshot start … Read more
The Karnes County Sheriff’s Office says the employee is facing charges connected to an inappropriate relationship with a middle school aged student. KARNES COUNTY, Texas — A Runge Independent School District employee has been arrested after an investigation revealed evidence of an improper relationship with a middle school student, according to the Karnes County Sheriff’s … Read more