Flash Flood Alley: Why North Texas to San Antonio is one of the most flood-prone regions in the US

North Texas is known for a wide variety of weather including what some may consider a subtle threat…flooding. DALLAS — Texas is well known for its weather extremes, from tornadoes to hailstorms and even occasional snowstorms. Between those, there is an even bigger threat that statistically is more deadly: flash flooding.  Stretching from North Texas … Read more

Road rage shooting leads to the arrest of 2 men in Atascosa County, officials say

Officials said Jamie Rincon and Tyler Renner, both of Elmendorf, were arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. ATASCOSA COUNTY, Texas — Two men were arrested in connection to a road rage shooting Sunday night in Atascosa County. The Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a call for a shooting … Read more

Cibolo PD kills dog after it attacked woman and officer, authorities say

Both victims were taken to the hospital Monday with dog bites. SAN ANTONIO — A Cibolo police officer was put on administrative leave after shooting and killing a dog during a reported attack Monday morning, according to the department.  Multiple agencies, including Cibolo police, Cibolo Animal Services, the Cibolo Fire Department and Schertz EMS, responded … Read more

Man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker arrested after ‘largest manhunt in state history’

Vance Boelter has been arrested, KARE 11 confirms. SIBLEY COUNTY, Minn. — The man accused of killing a lawmaker and her husband and wounding another lawmaker and his wife has been arrested. 57-year-old Vance Boelter has been arrested alive in a field near his home in Sibley County, where the search concentrated Sunday. Officials said … Read more

State, federal lawmakers questioning security after Minnesota shootings, ‘credible threat’ in Texas

Texas DPS revealed Monday that someone notified authorities that a man was on his way to a protest in Austin to harm lawmakers. AUSTIN, Texas — Officials with Texas Department of Public Safety released more information on Monday about a “credible threat” to state lawmakers that led to an evacuation of the state Capitol grounds … Read more

‘Stuff of nightmares’: U.S. attorney details federal charges against Vance Boelter

Boelter is being charged in federal court with two counts of stalking; two counts of murder through use of a firearm; and two counts of firearms offenses. MINNEAPOLIS — Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson and other federal law enforcement officials met Monday morning to announce additional charges against Vance Boelter, who’s accused of killing … Read more

Thinking about buying your first home? Here’s what Texas experts say you need to know

Paige Martin advises first-time homebuyers to start early and build a team of trusted professionals to save time and money. HOUSTON — Buying your first home can be one of the most exciting — and overwhelming — moments in life. With housing prices climbing and hidden costs lurking beneath the surface, experts say preparation is … Read more