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OKLAHOMA CITY – A steady line of slow-moving thunderstorms that battered Oklahoma in recent weeks set multiple rainfall records across the state and helped ease drought conditions.But the saturated ground and torrential rains also came with a heavy price, including the deaths of multiple people who became trapped in their vehicles in rising floodwaters.On Thursday, a road washed away in a rural community south of Oklahoma City, stranding about 10 families whose only way out of their homes is a mile-and-a-half walk around a washed-out pond that broke through a retaining wall.“I’ve never wanted a Sonic cheeseburger so bad in…
SAN ANTONIO – Dutch Bros is debuting new flavors at all of its locations, including San Antonio.Starting Thursday, the coffee chain will introduce Dulce de Leche, Matcha flavors and Mochi Berry while supplies last.“After hearing so many requests from our customers, we knew it was time to bring matcha to our menu and we couldn’t be more stoked to offer it,” said Tana Davila, chief marketing officer at Dutch Bros. “All of our new drinks deliver a unique flavor experience, giving customers the chance to make the world their own at Dutch Bros!”These are the available drinks, according to Dutch…
NEW YORK – During a contentious exchange about deportations in his interview with ABC News’ Terry Moran this week, President Donald Trump brought up — from his perspective — how Moran had gotten into the White House in the first place.“They’re giving you the break of a lifetime, you know,” Trump said in Tuesday’s prime-time broadcast. “You’re doing the interview. I picked you because, frankly, I never heard of you, but that’s OK.”Emphasizing again that it was his choice that Moran was there, the president scolded, “You’re not being very nice.”From an ethics perspective, it’s considered a breach for a…
TxDOT launched its Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles campaign Thursday morning, as May marks Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. In 2024, there were 9,016 motorcycle crashes in Texas. Five hundred eighty-five motorcyclists died, and over 2,500 were seriously injured. “That’s more than 500 funerals and hundreds of families grieving,” said Nancy Winn, Traffic Safety Program Manager at TxDOT.Here in San Antonio, TxDOT officials said there were 579 motorcycle crashes in our city last year. Of those crashes, 25 people died and 91 were seriously injured. The Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles campaign reminds drivers to be extra…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The driver of a car that barreled through a building used for a popular after-school camp in central Illinois, killing three children and a teenager, was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol and may have had a medical emergency, police said Thursday.No decisions have been made on whether to file charges against the 44-year-old driver, Illinois State Police Director Brendan F. Kelly said at a news conference. The driver is not in custody, Kelly said.Evidence that she may have had a medical emergency was “not conclusive” and the investigation is ongoing, Kelly said. The car…
SAN ANTONIO – It’s back to the drawing board to decide if hundreds of San Antonio residents will have to move.The Concepcion Creek Drainage Project has been a big conversation on the West Side for years. The City of San Antonio said it’s taking a new approach to the project and tabling old plans.The Federal Emergency Management Agency is updating its maps to show what areas in San Antonio are at risk for flooding. The city said new draft plans show more than 4,000 structures in District 5 are at risk.The city presented previous proposals to the community about building…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Hey, Insiders. 👋It’s a great weekend to get shrimpy with it! 🦐There’s so much happening this weekend all over Northeast Florida, including The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival in Fernandina Beach, AS IF! The 90s Fest in Elkton, and don’t forget about the Jacksonville Health & Lifestyle Festival in Jacksonville! There’s absolutely something for everyone this weekend. Check out our preview of the exciting events taking place from Friday, May 2, to Sunday, May 4. 👇(Emoji Key: 💰 = Paid/ticketed event 🆓 = Free event 🎶 = Live music 🔞 Event is 18 and up or…
SAN ANTONIO – One of Fiesta’s features is the food. Every year, hundreds of booths sell everything from aguas frescas, gorditas and, of course, chicken on a stick. Metro Health has inspectors on deck for all 10 days of the “Party with a Purpose.” Behind the Kitchen Door is a series where KSAT investigates health inspections of San Antonio restaurants. Here is a Fiesta-themed roundup. Fiesta FoodThe music, laughter and sizzle of meat on grills make up the soundtrack of Fiesta. Sandra Lerma has been selling food at Fiesta for more than 45 years. “Why do you keep coming back?”…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville-based virtual bakery is making waves both locally and across the country with its inventive take on cookies and baked goods. The Golden Edge Sweets, founded by veteran chef Jeff Warren, offers handcrafted treats made from scratch, delivering joy in every bite—right to customers’ doorsteps.Warren shared the story behind his three-year-old business that operates under Florida’s cottage food law, allowing him to bake from home. With a passion honed over 20 years as a chef, Warren creates oversized cookies, cookie bars, and sweet breads with a twist. From local pickups to nationwide shipping, The Golden Edge…
Bexar County residents have nearly 250 locations available to cast their votes on Election Day.On Saturday, May 3, voting centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Polling locations include schools, libraries, churches and community centers. See below for the full list.In San Antonio, voters will make their pick for the next mayor and who they want to represent them on the City Council.Voters in municipalities other than San Antonio also have races to consider, as do voters in nine local school districts.Registered voters can vote at any polling site on Election Day.On Election Day, polls will be open…