No red wave, but Republicans continue inroads into long-Democratic South Texas
The GOP flipped only one of the three congressional seats it wanted this cycle. But the party made inroads down the ballot.
View ArticleA federal judge calls student loan relief unlawful, deepening limbo for...
The program to erase student loan debts for millions of borrowers hit a brick wall Thursday when it was blocked by a U.S. District Court judge. The administration quickly appealed the decision.
View ArticleSunset gives roadmap for TJJD, but removes wage increase language in lieu of...
On a critical recommendation to stabilize Texas Juvenile Justice Department, Sunset punts to legislators. Advocates express relief about not pairing with adult system, but worry legislators didn't go...
View ArticleTeachers say they need respect, time and money to stay in the classroom
It's possible more people will start applying for teacher positions again when the wider labor market calms down, but thousands of experienced teachers have already left the classroom. They won’t be...
View ArticleSan Antonio City Council plans to vote on Monday to ask Clayton Perry to resign
The announcement of the special council meeting came one day after the police department released body cam footage of the impaired District 10 councilman following an alleged hit and run.
View ArticleBeto O’Rourke has lost three races in four years. Is his political career over?
He has been the Texas Democratic Party’s great hope. But after failed runs for senator, president and governor, observers wonder if he has a political future.
View ArticleFeeling down? Step outside for a bird walk
A recent study in the journal Scientific Reports found that hearing or seeing birds can have a positive benefit on one's mental health.
View ArticleTrump sues the Jan. 6 House committee to avoid a subpoena
The lawsuit contends that while former presidents have voluntarily agreed to provide testimony or documents in response to congressional subpoenas in the past, none "has ever been compelled to do so."
View ArticleGallagher the watermelon-smashing comedian has died at 76
The man born Leo Anthony Gallagher Jr. built a nationwide following in the 1970s and '80s. He became increasingly controversial in recent years, chastised for racist and homophobic remarks.
View ArticleElon Musk says Twitter bankruptcy is possible, but is that likely?
Twitter regularly loses money. But Elon Musk took on billions in debt to buy the company at a time when online advertising is slumping. Could bankruptcy be next?
View ArticleTwo historic military planes collide and crash during an air show in Dallas
It was unclear how many people were on board the aircraft or if anyone on the ground was hurt. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are launching investigations.
View ArticleThe man who inspired 'The Terminal' dies at the airport he long called home
Merhan Karimi Nasseri died after a heart attack in Terminal 2F at the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
View ArticleErik Cantu Jr. awake and smiling in the hospital after being shot by police
The father of the 17-year-old, who has been in the hospital for weeks after being shot by former San Antonio police officer James Brennand, says his son is 'emerging victoriously from this unfortunate...
View ArticleThe 'Hand of God' soccer ball punched by Diego Maradona is up for auction
The ball was used in the infamous quarterfinal match between Argentina and England at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City. It's expected to sell for as much as $3.6 million.
View ArticleWalmart offers to pay $3.1 billion to settle opioid lawsuits
The retail giant becomes the latest major player in the drug industry to announce a plan to settle lawsuits filed by state and local governments over the toll of opioids sold at its pharmacies.
View ArticleThese companies ran an experiment: Pay workers their full salary to work...
Could a shorter work week be the answer to the UK's productivity problem?
View ArticleEarth welcomes its 8 billionth baby. Is that good or bad news... or a bit of...
Sometime today, the global population is forecast to hit 8 billion. The U.N. calls it a milestone for humanity, made possible by advances in public health and medicine. But there are also challenges.
View ArticleBexar County commissioners approve legislative agenda that includes abortion...
In other action, commissioners also approved a letter that seeks state reimbursement for tens of millions of dollars the county has spent on the operation of the crowded adult detention center.
View ArticleUvalde families set sights on next steps after midterm losses
While many Uvalde families backed Democratic candidates, the city and county have long been a Republican stronghold. Now, some of the school shooting victims’ families say they’ll continue fighting for...
View ArticleUTSA extends free tuition Promise scholarship to AlamoPROMISE transfers
Starting next fall, AlamoPROMISE graduates who transfer to UTSA may be eligible for UTSA’s Bold Promise scholarship too, allowing them to earn both an associate degree and a bachelor’s degree without...
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