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The SEC chose the wrong UT… Texas trumps Tennessee and that’s just the truth
The ultimate wrong has occurred and it has been done to the one and only University of Texas. Since the Longhorns joined the SEC, there was an obvious issue at foot. Both Texas and Tennessee have gone by UT but now they share a conference and that can’t go on for any longer.
Acadiana Cafe announces it will close at the end of August
SAN ANTONIO — A staple restaurant in San Antonio that had been around for decades announced it will close its doors at the end of August. Acadiana Cafe, which has been serving Cajun and Southern style cooking since 1986, said in a press release it will operate through Thursday, August 29.
Homeless artist captures San Antonio's skyline, sells paintings to survive
SAN ANTONIO - A local homeless man, Blake Gilliam, captures the heart of the city on canvas - painting the skyline of Downtown San Antonio. I've seen downtown from every angle of the city but I had never noticed this one I guess. I looked over there and I saw it and I said, man that's a perfect view of downtown, I can try to paint that," says Gilliam.
Manor police seek help identifying suspects in early morning drive-by shooting
MANOR, Texas — Manor police are looking for two suspects and the suspect vehicle in connection to an alleged drive-by shooting early Sunday morning. Police responded on July 21 at around 5:56 a.m. to reports of multiple bullets shot into a residence on Almodine Road in the Stone Water neighborhood.
Call KENS: SA doctor refused to sign death certificate for weeks
SAN ANTONIO — It's hard to imagine waking up one morning and your partner of 34 years is no longer there. Even harder to imagine you're not allowed to lay them to rest. That's what Tony Conte has been dealing with. His wife Debra passed away May 25 at...
Woman Violently Attacked Inside San Antonio Movie Theatre
A woman was surprisingly attacked inside a San Antonio movie theater while alone. The woman told officers while she was sitting alone in the back row of a movie theatre room she noticed a person who was also alone, got up, and moved to the row directly behind her. Unprovoked,...
NBA Trade Rumor: San Antonio Spurs potential offer for Lauri Markkanen
Lauri Markkanen trade rumors have been rampant all summer. The San Antonio Spurs have been rumored to have been interested in the Finnish Utah Jazz star forward, but there has not been a reported offer until today. According to Brett Siegel, the Spurs would be willing to trade Keldon Johnson and multiple first-round picks for Lauri Markkanen.
San Antonio church leaders train to serve as mental health counselors
Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. After months of classes on counseling, Veron Blue got her chance to put what she has learned all year, to work. Across from her, was fellow trainee...
Texas man sentenced for killing 17-year-old friend during sleepover
CYPRESS, Texas (TCN) -- A 21-year-old high school dropout will spend decades in prison for fatally shooting his friend multiple times during a sleepover at the man’s house in 2021. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced that a judge sentenced James Sotelo on Friday, July 19, to 40...
Police investigating ninth murder in Killeen that left two dead
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) - The Killeen Police Department says it is currently investigating the ninth murder in the city of Killeen that left two dead. On July 22, around 8:39 p.m., officers were dispatched to a home in the 1300 block of Karen Dr. with reports of a domestic disturbance involving an armed subject.
Killeen installs solar lights at local parks
KILLEEN, Texas — The City of Killeen recently installed solar lights at two city parks. Conder Park got 18 new lights and Long Branch Park received 16 new lights. The initiative from the city to improve the parks comes during National Parks & Recreation Month. The combined 34 new...
Stuff the Bus & Help Central Texas Kids
Don't look now, but it's almost time for Central Texas students to be back in the classroom soaking up all the knowledge. But, before getting into the classroom, we want to help make sure every kid returning to school in Killeen, Belton, and Temple this fall has all the supplies they need to be successful.
FOX 44 News headed out to West!
WEST, Texas (FOX 44) – FOX 44 News was live in West as part of our Summer Celebration Tour!. West is the third of four Central Texas cities we’re stopping at with our brand new Mobile Control Room! We were at The History of West Museum, located at 112 E. Oak Street.
Driver’s License Offices In Texas Still Facing Issues After Major Network Problem
The state of Texas is still affected by the CrowdStrike outage that took place last week. Some Driver's License officers remain closed due to the issue. Here's what is known. Some Driver's License Offices In Texas Closed Until Further Notice. Per MySanAntonio, certain offices in the state are unable to...
Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Texas Sanctuary
A four-alarm fire on Friday has destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Church in Dallas. The chapel served as the main sanctuary for the church until 2013 when a new sanctuary was built. The historic secondary chapel held services for nearly a century. Firefighters were called to the scene...
Texas Drivers (Again) Asked Not To Drive Their Cars
It's partly due to the summer heat but the possibility of Texas drivers being asked to leave their cars parked again will continue into winter. Warmer temperatures and certain weather conditions can lead to an increase in ozone levels which can be harmful. To ease these levels, millions of Texans are being asked ... for the 2nd time this month ... to leave their cars at home.
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