Legal fight over SpaceX beach closures hits Texas Supreme Court
Read full article: Legal fight over SpaceX beach closures hits Texas Supreme CourtThe justices are considering the constitutionality of a 2013 law in a lawsuit brought by environmentalist and indigenous groups against the General Land Office and Cameron County.
Multiple U.S. House members face setbacks in Texas primaries
Read full article: Multiple U.S. House members face setbacks in Texas primariesU.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Houston, was defeated and four other incumbents โ Democrats and Republicans โ found themselves in close races or runoffs as votes were still being counted early Wednesday.
Election results: Texasโ 15th Congressional District race in March 2026 primary
Read full article: Election results: Texasโ 15th Congressional District race in March 2026 primaryRepublican Monica De La Cruz, a Brownsville native, is the congresswoman representing U.S. House District 15, a seat she first won in 2022.
The Latest: Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff. Democrats too early to call
Read full article: The Latest: Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff. Democrats too early to callLongtime Sen. John Cornyn and MAGA favorite Ken Paxton are heading to a May runoff in Texasโ Republican Senate primary, while Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico are in a close race for the Democratic nomination.
โNever give upโ: The legacy left behind by Negro League shortstop, youth mentor Rufus Miller
Read full article: โNever give upโ: The legacy left behind by Negro League shortstop, youth mentor Rufus MillerAn overflow room was needed as family and friends gathered to say good-bye to San Antonio baseball icon and devoted youth mentor
Flores vs. Flores: GOP primary for South Texas congressional seat hinges on who can beat the Democrats
Read full article: Flores vs. Flores: GOP primary for South Texas congressional seat hinges on who can beat the DemocratsMayra Flores argues her โbattle scarsโ make her the best bet to beat Democrat Vicente Gonzalez. Eric Flores says his opponent is a proven โloserโ after back-to-back defeats.
Witness who saw friend fatally shot by immigration agent in South Padre Island last year dies in San Antonio car crash
Read full article: Witness who saw friend fatally shot by immigration agent in South Padre Island last year dies in San Antonio car crashA Texas man who saw his friend get shot and killed last year by a federal immigration agent died last weekend in a fiery car crash.
BEAUTIFUL weather this week, but it comes at a cost...
Read full article: BEAUTIFUL weather this week, but it comes at a cost...Texas is experiencing beautiful weather this week with sunny and mild conditions, but no rain is expected, worsening drought conditions. Today will warm into the 60s, while tomorrow will be breezy with temperatures reaching the 70s. Midweek, it will become muggier with temperatures soaring into the 80s before a weak cool front arrives on Thursday. By the weekend, expect low humidity, cool mornings, and plenty of sunshine.
KSAT Community to host live phone bank supporting local teens fighting blood cancer
Read full article: KSAT Community to host live phone bank supporting local teens fighting blood cancerKSAT Community is partnering with local high school students to host a live televised phone bank in support of Blood Cancer Unitedโs Student Visionaries of the Year (South Texas) campaign.
KSAT12 Announces Weekday Expansion of โTexas Eatsโ and Enhanced Morning Lineup Beginning March 2
Read full article: KSAT12 Announces Weekday Expansion of โTexas Eatsโ and Enhanced Morning Lineup Beginning March 2KSAT12 is excited to announce a series of programming enhancements to its weekday morning lineup, strengthening its commitment to delivering more local, lifestyle-focused content for viewers across San Antonio and South Texas, on all platforms.
South Texas firefighters, community mourn unexpected loss of fire investigation pioneer
Read full article: South Texas firefighters, community mourn unexpected loss of fire investigation pioneerTommy Sing Sr. died unexpectedly. Thatโs why people from across the state and country are remembering him this weekend.
Trump lawyer sends cease-and-desist letter to Brandon Herrera over use of presidentโs image in campaign ad
Read full article: Trump lawyer sends cease-and-desist letter to Brandon Herrera over use of presidentโs image in campaign adThe letter says Herreraโs mailer depicting him next to the president โis inconsistent with President Trumpโs unequivocal endorsementโ of Rep. Tony Gonzales in the GOP primary for Texasโ 23rd Congressional District.
Trump administration is sending pregnant migrant girls to Texas shelter criticized as medically inadequate
Read full article: Trump administration is sending pregnant migrant girls to Texas shelter criticized as medically inadequateGovernment sources and advocates for the children worry the goal is to concentrate them in Texas, where abortion is banned.
NEXT RAIN CHANCE: Friday night & Saturday morning
Read full article: NEXT RAIN CHANCE: Friday night & Saturday morningThe weather will remain calm with muggy mornings and comfortable afternoons until Friday night when a storm system brings rain to San Antonio. Expect up to a quarter-inch of rain, with higher totals in north Texas. By Saturday afternoon, the rain will clear, leading to a sunny and low-humidity extended weekend, though gusty northwest winds may reach 30 mph.
In Senate Democratic primary, Crockett steps up appeals to Latinos with ICE facility visit, South Texas rally
Read full article: In Senate Democratic primary, Crockett steps up appeals to Latinos with ICE facility visit, South Texas rallyAfter coming under fire for some earlier comments about Latinos, Crockett is working to narrow Democratic rival James Talaricoโs lead among the key voting bloc.
SpaceX wants a tax break meant to create jobs in low-income areas. Critics question the benefits.
Read full article: SpaceX wants a tax break meant to create jobs in low-income areas. Critics question the benefits.Elon Muskโs company got a boost in its application by the Starbase city commissioners. Two commissioners are SpaceX employees.
San Antonio mechanic gives tips on how to prepare your car for freezing temperatures
Read full article: San Antonio mechanic gives tips on how to prepare your car for freezing temperaturesRuben Moreno, a master technician at Broadway Tire and Automotive, said that cold weather can take a toll on several key vehicle systems, especially tires, fluids and batteries.
US senator criticizes ICE activity at San Antonio Immigration Court in video
Read full article: US senator criticizes ICE activity at San Antonio Immigration Court in videoA U.S. senatorโs post is gaining attention on social media after he posted a video describing his experience visiting San Antonio Immigration Court and South Texas detention facilities.
Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar, brother of Rep. Henry Cuellar, indicted on federal fraud charges
Read full article: Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar, brother of Rep. Henry Cuellar, indicted on federal fraud chargesThe five-term sheriff and brother of Congressman Henry Cuellar denied all wrongdoing through his lawyer.
Boy, 5, detained by immigration officers in Minnesota taken to South Texas detention facility
Read full article: Boy, 5, detained by immigration officers in Minnesota taken to South Texas detention facilityFederal agents have taken a 5-year-old boy and his father from Minnesota to a detention facility in Texas.
James Talarico unveils Spanish-language TV ad, signaling push for Latino support in Texas Senate bid
Read full article: James Talarico unveils Spanish-language TV ad, signaling push for Latino support in Texas Senate bidThe spot, which describes the Austin Democratโs work on education issues in the Legislature, will air this week in nearly a dozen of the stateโs largest media markets.
Teen siblings open up about their bariatric surgeries at CHRISTUS Childrenโs Hospital
Read full article: Teen siblings open up about their bariatric surgeries at CHRISTUS Childrenโs HospitalThree years ago, KSAT went to CHRISTUS Childrenโs Hospital to report on its brand-new childrenโs bariatric surgery program. Now, two teens are opening up about how the surgeries have changed their lives.
Planned Parenthood South Texas adds rainbow colors to San Antonio locationโs entrance
Read full article: Planned Parenthood South Texas adds rainbow colors to San Antonio locationโs entranceAfter the removal of the rainbow crosswalks in the Pride Cultural Heritage District, Planned Parenthood of South Texas is painting its own pavement at health centers in San Antonio and around the Rio Grande Valley.
In South Texas, local Republicans push for more wins as Latinos appear to sour on Trump
Read full article: In South Texas, local Republicans push for more wins as Latinos appear to sour on TrumpEven as Trump's approval ratings fall with Latinos, a constellation of grassroots Republicans are working to secure wins in the midterms.
Texas GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz joins Democrats in vote to pass three-year ACA subsidy extension
Read full article: Texas GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz joins Democrats in vote to pass three-year ACA subsidy extensionEdinburg Rep. Monica De La Cruz was the only Texas Republican to break with her party and vote with all Democrats and a handful of Republicans on a key healthcare bill.
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz wants legal status for migrant workers in struggling construction industry
Read full article: U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz wants legal status for migrant workers in struggling construction industrySouth Texas builders said a growing number of ICE arrests at construction sites have made it difficult for work to continue.
Statewide battles, Latino voters and down-ballot contests: the biggest Texas political stories to watch in 2026
Read full article: Statewide battles, Latino voters and down-ballot contests: the biggest Texas political stories to watch in 2026The Texas Tribuneโs politics team has compiled five of the top stories we're watching this year, when voters will have their first chance to make their opinions known on the events of 2025.
How families, friends can help loved ones struggling in a mental health crisis
Read full article: How families, friends can help loved ones struggling in a mental health crisisAfter the death of a local teenager, families across the community want to prepare for how they could help their own loved ones in a mental health crisis.
What NASDAQโs move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San Antonio
Read full article: What NASDAQโs move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San AntonioTexas could soon become a major player in the financial world, with NASDAQ announcing plans to open a regional office in the state.
Strong cold front to bring weather changes to San Antonio
Read full article: Strong cold front to bring weather changes to San AntonioSan Antonio will experience unseasonably warm weather over the weekend before a cold front arrives late Sunday night. Gusty winds, significant temperature drop to the 40s and 50s Monday, and a chance of rain are all possible.
Record Warmth Ends as A Cold Front Approaches
Read full article: Record Warmth Ends as A Cold Front ApproachesA strong cold front will bring changes by late Sunday. Temperatures will drop to the 40s on Monday with gusty north winds up to 40 mph, and a slight chance of rain. New Year's Eve is expected to be seasonably chilly but dry, ideal for celebrations.
South Texas HS football coach injured after shooting with Brownsville police, authorities say
Read full article: South Texas HS football coach injured after shooting with Brownsville police, authorities sayA South Texas high school assistant football coach is in custody after shooting at Brownsville police officers on Christmas Eve.
โConstruction canโt continueโ: South Texas homebuilders say ICE arrests have upended industry
Read full article: โConstruction canโt continueโ: South Texas homebuilders say ICE arrests have upended industryMore than 300 people attended an impromptu meeting that industry leaders in the Rio Grande Valley hosted to draw attention to the chilling effect ICE arrests have had on construction.
Indigenous groups fight to save rediscovered settlement site on Texas coast
Read full article: Indigenous groups fight to save rediscovered settlement site on Texas coastFlanked by a chemical plant and an oil rig construction yard, the site on Corpus Christi Bay may be the last of its kind on this stretch of coastline, now occupied by petrochemical facilities.
With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward
Read full article: With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forwardTexasโ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.
Texas Democratic candidates unite in the Rio Grande Valley to court Latino voters
Read full article: Texas Democratic candidates unite in the Rio Grande Valley to court Latino votersState Rep. James Talarico faces an uphill battle in his U.S. Senate bid while 15th Congressional hopeful Bobby Pulido aims to flip the district, but he must first win his primary.
South Texas man sets world record for oldest wingsuit jumper
Read full article: South Texas man sets world record for oldest wingsuit jumperAugust 29, 2025, will be a day one South Texas man will remember for the rest of his thrill-seeking life after setting a Guinness World Record as the oldest man to fly in a wingsuit.
Trumpโs pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointed
Read full article: Trumpโs pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointedSome county GOP officials said the presidentโs pardon could complicate their plans to unseat the Laredo Democrat in South Texasโ battleground 28th Congressional District.
The rise of โJohnny Footballโ: A look back on Tivy alumโs ascent to the Heisman
Read full article: The rise of โJohnny Footballโ: A look back on Tivy alumโs ascent to the HeismanKSAT 12 Sports looks back at the rise of Tivy High School's Johnny Manziel, from Antler quarterback to Heisman Trophy winner at Texas A&M
Texasโ plan to stop a parasitic fly from destroying its cattle population is far from complete
Read full article: Texasโ plan to stop a parasitic fly from destroying its cattle population is far from completeTexas lawmakers heard conflicting reports on the stateโs readiness to fight the New World Screwworm, which is approaching the southern border.
Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as 'disloyal' for not switching parties
Read full article: Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as 'disloyal' for not switching partiesPresident Donald Trump is angry that Rep. Henry Cuellar plans to run for reelection as a Democrat rather than switch parties after the president pardoned the Texas congressman and his wife in a federal bribery and conspiracy case.
Supreme Courtโs map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bids
Read full article: Supreme Courtโs map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bidsHouston Democrats are barreling toward a primary while North Texas Democrats await Rep. Jasmine Crockettโs Senate decision.
How the weather can impact your Christmas tree
Read full article: How the weather can impact your Christmas treeThe unique climate of South Texas presents challenges for maintaining fresh Christmas trees. Despite these challenges, with proper care, trees can remain festive throughout the holiday season.
Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina launches run for Congress, seeking to flip South Texas district red
Read full article: Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina launches run for Congress, seeking to flip South Texas district redNational GOP recruiters see Webb Countyโs top elected official as a promising candidate to unseat longtime U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar in 2026.
2,000 coats distributed to San Antonio families as temperatures start to drop
Read full article: 2,000 coats distributed to San Antonio families as temperatures start to dropOn Friday morning, 2,000 coats were given out to San Antonio families, just as temperatures are starting to dip in South Texas.
A year after Donald Trump won the Rio Grande Valley, South Texans navigate changes big and small
Read full article: A year after Donald Trump won the Rio Grande Valley, South Texans navigate changes big and smallResidents in the southernmost part of Texas want to remind themselves โ and the nation โ that the region is more than a political battleground. Itโs their home.
2 men charged and connected to federal raid on North Side appear in San Antonio courtroom, DOJ says
Read full article: 2 men charged and connected to federal raid on North Side appear in San Antonio courtroom, DOJ saysTwo men charged in connection with a North Side raid earlier made their first appearance on Wednesday inside a federal courtroom in San Antonio, according to the Department of Justice.
Tren de Aragua linked to federal raid on North Side, authorities say; 140+ immigrants taken into custody
Read full article: Tren de Aragua linked to federal raid on North Side, authorities say; 140+ immigrants taken into custodyMore than 140 immigrants from Venezuela, Honduras, Mexico and other South American countries were taken into custody on Sunday following a multiple-agency operation on the North Side.
Tejano star Bobby Pulidoโs congressional run emphasizes bipartisanship, rural concerns in South Texas
Read full article: Tejano star Bobby Pulidoโs congressional run emphasizes bipartisanship, rural concerns in South TexasTejano music star Bobby Pulido announced his Democratic candidacy for Texasโ 15th Congressional District in September, positioning himself as a bipartisan voice focused on rural issues and middle-class families in South-Central Texas.
Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governorโs order on road safety
Read full article: Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governorโs order on road safetyA crosswalk honoring Buddy Holly with a painted depiction of the rock and roll legend's iconic glasses will have to be removed from his hometown of Lubbock, Texas.
Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety
Read full article: Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safetyA crosswalk honoring Buddy Holly with a painted depiction of the rock and roll legend's iconic glasses will have to be removed from his hometown of Lubbock, Texas.
Texas Head Start closures during government shutdown add to stateโs child care woes
Read full article: Texas Head Start closures during government shutdown add to stateโs child care woesHundreds of families lost child care when certain programs werenโt funded earlier this month, and scores more may be affected if Congress doesnโt fund the government by Dec. 1.
An aurora update, plus a stretch of warmth & humidity ahead
Read full article: An aurora update, plus a stretch of warmth & humidity aheadCentral Texas recently experienced a rare aurora event due to a G4-level geomagnetic storm, with potential for another sighting pending. Meanwhile, a stretch of warm and humid weather is expected, with temperatures in the 80s and potential for patchy fog in the mornings. Despite increased moisture, rainfall is unlikely, with only a slim chance of isolated showers early next week.
Cruz, Cornyn push new retaliatory legislation that blocks U.S. water from going to Mexico
Read full article: Cruz, Cornyn push new retaliatory legislation that blocks U.S. water from going to MexicoThe bill is the latest effort from the Texas delegation that demands the U.S. get tougher with Mexico for failing to honor a 1944 treaty that in part governs Rio Grande water.
Trump administration plans to build border wall in Laredo, mayor says
Read full article: Trump administration plans to build border wall in Laredo, mayor saysThe city learned about plans to build a new barrier along the southern border during a regular meeting with the Department of Homeland Security.
Viewers share photos of hail, storms on KSAT Connect
Read full article: Viewers share photos of hail, storms on KSAT ConnectKSAT Connect users have been sharing photos and videos of the severe weather, which began on Saturday afternoon, across the San Antonio area and surroundings. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are expected until sunset, with activity decreasing significantly after midnight.
Texasโ congressional delegation wants Trump to punish Mexico for missing key water deadline
Read full article: Texasโ congressional delegation wants Trump to punish Mexico for missing key water deadlineThe stateโs citrus industry is at risk, farmers say, after Mexico failed to deliver water it owes Texas as part of a 1944 treaty.
Former West Side teacher James Talarico says San Antonio classroom shaped his path to politics
Read full article: Former West Side teacher James Talarico says San Antonio classroom shaped his path to politicsBefore James Talarico entered politics, he was teaching sixth grade language arts at Rhodes Middle School on San Antonioโs West Side โ an experience he says continues to shape his views as he campaigns for a seat in the U.S. Senate.
The feds are cutting off public money for all Planned Parenthoods, following a playbook that began in Texas
Read full article: The feds are cutting off public money for all Planned Parenthoods, following a playbook that began in TexasTexasโ Planned Parenthood has lost half its clinics, but they continue to see thousands of patients a year.
In South Texas, Allred and Talarico compete for Latino voters by vowing to fight for working class
Read full article: In South Texas, Allred and Talarico compete for Latino voters by vowing to fight for working classThe two leading Senate Democratic candidates have made it a point to spend time along the border early in the cycle, a sign of the regionโs importance in 2026.
54,000-acre Hill Country ranch could be key acquisition in $1 billion Parks & Wildlife system expansion
Read full article: 54,000-acre Hill Country ranch could be key acquisition in $1 billion Parks & Wildlife system expansionThe expansion is made possible by the $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, established by legislators and voters in 2023.
South Texas students have a new chance to taste the race for space
Read full article: South Texas students have a new chance to taste the race for spaceIn the shadow of SpaceX, Rio Grande Valley students will have a chance to build their own rockets and launch them 11,000 feet in the air, under a program that hopes to spark interest in aerospace jobs.
University Healthโs new clinic focuses on preventing amputations linked to diabetes
Read full article: University Healthโs new clinic focuses on preventing amputations linked to diabetesA new clinic at University Health aims to prevent amputations that are linked to diabetes, which has been a growing concern in South Texas.
Starbase will take partial control of beach near Elon Muskโs SpaceX launch site
Read full article: Starbase will take partial control of beach near Elon Muskโs SpaceX launch siteThe deal between the new South Texas city and Cameron County mirrors a similar agreement with South Padre Island and requires a plan to combat beach erosion.
How athletic trainers use science to shield athletes from the heat
Read full article: How athletic trainers use science to shield athletes from the heatAs fall approaches in South Texas, high school stadiums come alive with cheers, marching bands and the cadence of football. But itโs not just the opposing team athletes battling; itโs the brutal heat.