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Douglas was the first Black woman to win an Olympic title, and the first U.S. gymnast to win both team and individual all-around gold medals.
Olympian Gabby Douglas to be keynote speaker for city's MLK program
Douglas was the first Black woman to win an Olympic title, and the first U.S. gymnast to win both team and individual all-around gold medals.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Douglas was the first Black woman to win an Olympic title, and the first U.S. gymnast to win both team and individual all-around gold medals.
City Manager Erik Walsh said in a Thursday memo that the city “will maintain our schedule for removing the painted crosswalk,” which is to start Jan. 12.
Lawsuit leads city to pause rainbow sidewalk installation in Pride District
City Manager Erik Walsh said in a Thursday memo that the city “will maintain our schedule for removing the painted crosswalk,” which is to start Jan. 12.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:30 PM
City Manager Erik Walsh said in a Thursday memo that the city “will maintain our schedule for removing the painted crosswalk,” which is to start Jan. 12.
A teen accused of pepper-spraying a group of people on a River Walk boat tour was released from juvenile custody to face charges as an adult.
Teen accused of pepper-spraying group at River Walk released from custody
A teen accused of pepper-spraying a group of people on a River Walk boat tour was released from juvenile custody to face charges as an adult.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
A teen accused of pepper-spraying a group of people on a River Walk boat tour was released from juvenile custody to face charges as an adult.
The general consensus is the world's proven oil reserves will be exhausted within 56 years. | Opinion
Venezuela’s oil highlights need to slow consumption
The general consensus is the world's proven oil reserves will be exhausted within 56 years.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The general consensus is the world's proven oil reserves will be exhausted within 56 years. | Opinion
Along with a substantial drop in temperatures, the front will also bring a chance of storms to parts of Texas, as well as snow to others.
Cold front aims for Texas tonight. Here’s how far temps drop.
Along with a substantial drop in temperatures, the front will also bring a chance of storms to parts of Texas, as well as snow to others.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Along with a substantial drop in temperatures, the front will also bring a chance of storms to parts of Texas, as well as snow to others.
The agreement with Proctor & Gamble mirrors last year's settlement between the state and Colgate-Palmolive.
Crest, Texas AG reach agreement on kids' toothpaste labeling
The agreement with Proctor & Gamble mirrors last year's settlement between the state and Colgate-Palmolive.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM
The agreement with Proctor & Gamble mirrors last year's settlement between the state and Colgate-Palmolive.
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz was the lone Texas Republican to get behind the measure, which now moves to the Senate.
U.S. House passes ACA tax credit extension over Texas GOP opposition
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz was the lone Texas Republican to get behind the measure, which now moves to the Senate.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz was the lone Texas Republican to get behind the measure, which now moves to the Senate.
TxDOT will close both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Loop 1604 at I-35 between 9 p.m. Thursday and 5 a.m. Friday, the agency said.
Tonight, TxDOT will close all lanes of Loop 1604 at I-35
TxDOT will close both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Loop 1604 at I-35 between 9 p.m. Thursday and 5 a.m. Friday, the agency said.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM
TxDOT will close both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Loop 1604 at I-35 between 9 p.m. Thursday and 5 a.m. Friday, the agency said.
Doctor visits for flu-like illness across the nation last week were just over 8% above the baseline, the highest point since the 1997-1998 season.
Flu-like illness hits highest point in 25 years. How severe is it in Texas?
Doctor visits for flu-like illness across the nation last week were just over 8% above the baseline, the highest point since the 1997-1998 season.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Doctor visits for flu-like illness across the nation last week were just over 8% above the baseline, the highest point since the 1997-1998 season.
A toast of Champagnie?
On the latest episode of our Spurs Insider podcast, we break down Julian Champagnie’s record-breaking performance vs. the Knicks and why he’s become one of San Antonio's most integral players this season.
Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/3YrwMhj
On the latest episode of our Spurs Insider podcast, we break down Julian Champagnie’s record-breaking performance vs. the Knicks and why he’s become one of San Antonio's most integral players this season.
Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/3YrwMhj
January 9, 2026 at 3:30 AM
A toast of Champagnie?
On the latest episode of our Spurs Insider podcast, we break down Julian Champagnie’s record-breaking performance vs. the Knicks and why he’s become one of San Antonio's most integral players this season.
Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/3YrwMhj
On the latest episode of our Spurs Insider podcast, we break down Julian Champagnie’s record-breaking performance vs. the Knicks and why he’s become one of San Antonio's most integral players this season.
Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/3YrwMhj
Despite an ongoing lawsuit calling for its removal, President Donald Trump's face is still on the 2026 America the Beautiful annual pass.
Covering Trump's face on your 2026 national park pass could cost you
Despite an ongoing lawsuit calling for its removal, President Donald Trump's face is still on the 2026 America the Beautiful annual pass.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Despite an ongoing lawsuit calling for its removal, President Donald Trump's face is still on the 2026 America the Beautiful annual pass.
If you like the feeling of a full belly on a budget, you're going to love the Texas-born burger joint's new Whatadeal menu.
You can buy Whataburger's entire Whatadeal menu for less than $15
If you like the feeling of a full belly on a budget, you're going to love the Texas-born burger joint's new Whatadeal menu.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM
If you like the feeling of a full belly on a budget, you're going to love the Texas-born burger joint's new Whatadeal menu.
A San Antonio Catholic priest previously accused of sexually assaulting a woman was cleared of the charge.
San Antonio Catholic priest cleared of sexual assault charge
A San Antonio Catholic priest previously accused of sexually assaulting a woman was cleared of the charge.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:30 AM
A San Antonio Catholic priest previously accused of sexually assaulting a woman was cleared of the charge.
All-star forward LeBron James sat out of Wednesday's matchup against the Spurs because of left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, ESPN reported.
Watch: LeBron James seen outside Hotel Emma before Lakers loss to Spurs
All-star forward LeBron James sat out of Wednesday's matchup against the Spurs because of left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, ESPN reported.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM
All-star forward LeBron James sat out of Wednesday's matchup against the Spurs because of left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, ESPN reported.
Daniel Acosta was the top pharmacy class graduate at the University of Texas in 1968.
After years of trying to create a scholarship for Hispanic scholars, Texas Exes denied it. The reason? His scholarship’s focus on diversity. bit.ly/4qd0a70
After years of trying to create a scholarship for Hispanic scholars, Texas Exes denied it. The reason? His scholarship’s focus on diversity. bit.ly/4qd0a70
January 9, 2026 at 1:45 AM
Daniel Acosta was the top pharmacy class graduate at the University of Texas in 1968.
After years of trying to create a scholarship for Hispanic scholars, Texas Exes denied it. The reason? His scholarship’s focus on diversity. bit.ly/4qd0a70
After years of trying to create a scholarship for Hispanic scholars, Texas Exes denied it. The reason? His scholarship’s focus on diversity. bit.ly/4qd0a70
Ceremonies will be at midnight, 10 a.m. and noon at the courthouse. The ceremony is free, but an $80 marriage license is required 72 hours in advance.
Bexar County gears up for mass weddings on Valentine's Day
Ceremonies will be at midnight, 10 a.m. and noon at the courthouse. The ceremony is free, but an $80 marriage license is required 72 hours in advance.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Ceremonies will be at midnight, 10 a.m. and noon at the courthouse. The ceremony is free, but an $80 marriage license is required 72 hours in advance.
The sheriff's office says Alex Chavez may be in the Waterwheel subdivision on the far West Side.
Seen me? Bexar County authorities looking for Alex Chavez, 17, in far West Side
The sheriff's office says Alex Chavez may be in the Waterwheel subdivision on the far West Side.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:20 AM
The sheriff's office says Alex Chavez may be in the Waterwheel subdivision on the far West Side.
Bexar County Sheriff's deputies say a woman was caught on security camera footage pulling a child and causing an injury.
Day care employee fired, arrested after report of injury to child at center
Bexar County Sheriff's deputies say a woman was caught on security camera footage pulling a child and causing an injury.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Bexar County Sheriff's deputies say a woman was caught on security camera footage pulling a child and causing an injury.
Authorities say federal immigration officers have shot and wounded two people in Portland, Oregon.
Federal immigration officers shoot and wound 2 people in Portland, Oregon, authorities say
Authorities say Federal immigration officers have shot and wounded two people in Portland, Oregon.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:38 AM
Authorities say federal immigration officers have shot and wounded two people in Portland, Oregon.
A woman accused of fatally shooting the manager of a Northwest Side Sonic Drive-in is expected to head to trial next week.
Woman accused in killing of Sonic-Drive in manager to start trial next week
A woman accused of fatally shooting the manager of a Northwest Side Sonic Drive-in is expected to head to trial next week.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM
A woman accused of fatally shooting the manager of a Northwest Side Sonic Drive-in is expected to head to trial next week.
The upscale enclave posted signs and sent out postcards calling on residents to swap out San Antonio for Olmos Park in their addresses as part of an effort to boost sales taxes.
Olmos Park asking residents to remember the city when shopping online
The upscale enclave posted signs and sent out postcards calling on residents to swap out San Antonio for Olmos Park in their addresses as part of an effort to boost sales taxes.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:15 AM
The upscale enclave posted signs and sent out postcards calling on residents to swap out San Antonio for Olmos Park in their addresses as part of an effort to boost sales taxes.
Nearly 100 schools and pre-kindergarten centers across the San Antonio-area have been approved to accept vouchers in the coming school year.
Here's which San Antonio schools opted in to the state's voucher program
Nearly 100 schools and pre-kindergarten centers across the San Antonio-area have been approved to accept vouchers in the coming school year.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Nearly 100 schools and pre-kindergarten centers across the San Antonio-area have been approved to accept vouchers in the coming school year.
Ryan has used his podcast to regularly question what he said is the Houston Republican's growing wealth since he was elected to Congress in 2018.
Dan Crenshaw fires back at podcaster Shawn Ryan over insider trading claims
Ryan has used his podcast to regularly question what he said is the Houston Republican's growing wealth since he was elected to Congress in 2018.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Ryan has used his podcast to regularly question what he said is the Houston Republican's growing wealth since he was elected to Congress in 2018.
The club assigned the rookie forward to Austin on Friday after he appeared in 29 NBA games.
Spurs decide Carter Bryant could use some G League seasoning
The club assigned the rookie forward to Austin on Friday after he appeared in 29 NBA games.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The club assigned the rookie forward to Austin on Friday after he appeared in 29 NBA games.
Jurors also watched a video showing the shooter walking into Robb Elementary School, where he killed 19 children and two teachers.
“The shots wouldn’t stop.” bit.ly/4qO1PQw
“The shots wouldn’t stop.” bit.ly/4qO1PQw
January 8, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Jurors also watched a video showing the shooter walking into Robb Elementary School, where he killed 19 children and two teachers.
“The shots wouldn’t stop.” bit.ly/4qO1PQw
“The shots wouldn’t stop.” bit.ly/4qO1PQw