Governor Greg Abbott appointed Lance Long as judge for the 183rd Judicial District Court of Harris County with a term lasting until December 31, 2026. Long has a strong legal background, including experience as an assistant district attorney.

A man was killed in a shooting at a truck stop in San Antonio's East Side, with about 60 shell casings found. Multiple guns were used, and the victim died at the scene; no suspect information was released.

Governor Greg Abbott mourns former President Jimmy Carter's passing, offering condolences and recognizing Carter's leadership, post-presidential work, and personal virtues.

A nine-year-old boy in San Antonio was shot in the knee by gunfire outside his family's trailer, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. No suspects identified yet.

A 14-year-old girl in San Antonio was arrested for fatally stabbing her stepfather, with police responding to the incident on Stutts Drive around 6:20 p.m.

A clerk was shot during an attempted robbery by suspected car thieves at a gas station in San Antonio, but is stable after receiving medical attention. The suspects fled and are at large.

Clear Creek High School students await Guinness verification for the world's largest Adirondack chair, assembled with help from League City's Mayor. The chair may join the city's Public Art Initiative.

A San Antonio police officer was injured in a crash with a driver who had active warrants. The suspects fled but were caught. Details on the warrants and suspects' identities are pending.

Mayor Nick Long reviews League City's 2024 achievements, including tax reduction and taking over The Ballpark's operations, and looks ahead to developments in 2025.

Governor Greg Abbott has embarked on international missions to showcase Texas' economic opportunities and attract foreign investment from countries like India and Japan.

The article details the mild weather forecast for San Antonio as residents prepare for the New Year, with fair conditions, sunny skies, and a breezy atmosphere expected.

Austin announces New Year's Day closures, including adjusted trash collection service and public office shutdowns, with certain services like pools and golf courses operating on individual schedules.

A man was struck and killed by an SUV while crossing an unlit section of a South Side San Antonio highway; his behavior at a nearby station matched an earlier report. The driver hasn't been charged as the investigation continues.