One year after Hill Country floods, report details ‘cascading failures’ at Camp Mystic

Investigator Michael Massengale weighs in on the report he co-authored about what went wrong last July 4.
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Investigator Michael Massengale weighs in on the report he co-authored about what went wrong last July 4.
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Serena Williams withdrew from her doubles match with sister Venus at Wimbledon on Saturday due to a right knee injury.The 44-year-old Serena was injured during her singles return earlier in the week — in a three-set loss.“I’m heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles. Coming back to compete ag...

Federal and state health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, with cases reported in Texas and 16 other states. The CDC has not identified the source, though previous outbreaks have been linked to contaminated fresh produce.

San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller is asking Catholics not to attend St. Joseph's Chapel, saying recent actions by the Society of St. Pius X violated Church law and ended the archdiocese's cooperation with the chapel. He is urging parishioners to attend Catholic churches recognized by t...
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the events that led up to a suspected murder-suicide. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a man and woman were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County. According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, sher...
Iga Swiatek’s title defense at Wimbledon ended Saturday in a 7-6 (9), 6-2 third-round loss to 21-year-old Alexandra Eala, who continues to make history for the Philippines.Eala is the first Filipino player, male or female, to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam singles tournament.The left-hand...

Last month, the leader of a small Texas state commission — tasked with aiding criminal defense for low-income Texans — received an unusual request from top officials working with the Trump administration. The U.S. Department of Justice needed their help providing legal services to immigrant child...
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan waved a Palestinian flag on the pitch after his team's victory over Australia in the World Cup, saying he was dedicating it to both Egyptians and Palestinians. “My heart and soul are with them,” he said in an emotional postgame interview. Egypt won its debut in the elimi...

San Antonio restaurant Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen, known for its bold Sichuan dishes, is expanding to a second location. Late last month, Ping’s took over the former space of Tiger Chinese Cuisine, 12730 Interstate 10, Suite 312, in University Square. It’s been operating in a soft-opening capacity si...

Along with homes and businesses, iconic century-old bald cypress and American sycamore were washed away and severely battered by the catastrophic flooding of July 4, 2025, and the ensuing cleanup.After the floods, botanical garden works to replant trees, help Hill Country ‘come back stronger’ was...
A Ukrainian drone attack struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg on Saturday, Russian officials said, as Kyiv presses on with bombardment of Russia’s oil infrastructure.Almost daily long-range attacks on Russian oil facilities have created a fuel crisis and heaped political pressure on the Krem...
The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capture a northern town. Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane, a spokesperson for the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), said in a Fac...
Delegates at the national convention of the far-right Alternative for Germany party on Saturday overwhelmingly reelected its leaders, including Alice Weidel, as tens of thousands of protesters aimed to disrupt the meeting and some clashed with police.Alternative for Germany, or AfD, sought to sho...
Pope Leo XIV, who has sparred with the Trump administration over its immigration crackdown, spent the Fourth of July on Saturday in the epicenter of Europe’s migration debate to honor the tens of thousands of people who have died trying to reach Europe to find freedom and prosperity.While the Uni...
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations got underway Saturday across the United States.The signing of the Declaration of Independence, one...

Investigator Michael Massengale weighs in on the report he co-authored about what went wrong last July 4.
Hundreds of thousands of mourners began a dayslong funeral on Saturday for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, beating their chests in sorrow before the glass case containing his flag-draped coffin in Tehran and calling for revenge against Israel and the United States.The funeral for Kh...
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were seen walking Friday through Phil Hardberger Park, which prompted questions from community members.Many visitors described the park as a place where they come to exercise, spend time with family and relax.“It’s kind of scary because usually there’s...
The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.That plan also went by the wayside when Jhon Córdoba appeared to hurt his groin.Forced into making a rare early move, Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo sent Luis Suárez onto ...
FORECAST HIGHLIGHTSTEMPS GRADUALLY GETTING HOTTER: Upper-90s possible next week 4TH OF JULY: Quiet, but hot RAIN: A stray shower is possible, Sunday & Monday looking less-promising FORECASTHOLIDAY WEEKENDWhether your celebrating in San Antonio or hitting the road today, you’ll find hot and quiet ...
The Hunt Store was a central piece of the community before the devastating flood last year, and the owners promise it will be again.“It really is the heartbeat of the community. And when we lost it in the flood, we learned that it’s not really something of convenience; it’s a necessity and someth...
Rebuilding was not optional for a staple business in the Texas Hill Country. Criders Rodeo and Dancehall celebrated 100 years last year before it was overcome by floodwaters on July 4, 2025. Historically, the seasonal business opens annually on Memorial Day. The owners weren’t sure they’d be able...
Victims of 2025’s Hill Country Flood will be remembered throughout the Fourth of July holiday in Kerr County.At 8 a.m., the Center Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold a memorial ceremony near the installed memorial cross.A separate memorial service is scheduled be held at 10 a.m. also at a ...
Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres in the seventh inning with a right biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in the All-Star Game after the Los Angeles Dodgers adjusted his schedule.The two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats before being lifted as a precaut...
On July 4, 2025, rental property manager Eddie Matthews evacuated approximately 75 people from two different properties in Ingram. “I’m a little more rested then I was the last time I saw you,” Matthews told KSAT. “I think I was going on two, three hours of sleep in days.” One of those he rescued...
A 23-year-old woman was arrested Thursday after a major accident on the Northwest Side that left a child with serious injuries, according to San Antonio police. Around 8 p.m. officers responded to crash located on the Interstate 10 West offramp and Northwest Loop 410 near Crossroads Boulevard.The...
President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including a former business partner of Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff and nine people identified by the White House as having helped people bypass emissions control systems on vehicles.The acts of clemency come as Trump has issued a slew of ...
All that Vozinha wanted out of this World Cup was for his mother to see him play.He got that — and so much more.Cape Verde didn’t win a match at the World Cup, and somehow, that didn’t seem to matter. The African team's debut on this stage was unforgettable, thanks largely to the 40-year-old goal...
As people prepare for the United States’ semiquincentennial anniversary, local officials urge to take safety precautions to protect themselves, their families and their pets.While fireworks are illegal within most city limits, including the City of San Antonio, there are very few restrictions on ...
Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. His Argentina teammates did the same.A thrilling, unforgettable World Cup match with underdog Cape Verde was over — and the defending champions survived after being pushed to the brink.Cape Verde equalized in regulation...
Pam Nelson Harte’s first story with KSAT came right after the flood destroyed her home and took the lives of her neighbors. Her precious photo albums were swept away, and her friend saw them on ABC News coverage of the flood. KSAT stepped in to help Harte get the albums back. Since then, she has ...
A year after deadly floodwaters tore through the historic River Inn and Conference Center in Hunt, signs of recovery are finally beginning to emerge along the banks of the Guadalupe River.The July 4, 2025, floods left much of the property heavily damaged, destroyed first-floor units and left mass...
Three San Antonio teenagers arrested in connection with the robbery of a Northside ISD student have also been tied to a similar incident two weeks earlier, according to arrest warrants obtained by KSAT. Records show the following suspects all remain in custody on multiple charges at the Bexar Cou...
Fireworks stands saw strong sales ahead of the Fourth of July weekend as families prepared to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.At the TNT Fireworks stand off Foster Road, owners said more people have been stopping by to buy fireworks this season.“I think especially here people and their patriot...
A Bexar County family is recovering after they said a man they once considered a friend tried to set their home on fire Wednesday morning and violently attacked multiple people on the Northeast Side.According to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, Jorge Ibarra, 43, has been charged with multiple f...
United States forward Folarin Balogun said Friday he respectfully disagrees with his red card in the Americans' 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup.Balogun was sent off Wednesday for stepping on the right ankle of Tarik Muharemovic.Before practice at Husky Soccer Stadium, Balogun sai...

July 1 marked the end of the Biden-era SAVE Plan and the clock began to tick on a 90-day window to choose a new plan or risk being assigned one.Here’s what to know about student loan repayment changes was first posted on July 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm.©2021 "San Antonio Report". Use of this feed is...
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The Philadelphia Flyers are prepared to pay Anaheim center Leo Carlsson the highest annual salary at $18 million since the salary cap era began in 2005, now giving the Ducks seven days to match the offer.The Flyers tendered the five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Carlsson on Friday, which would...
The state office that distributes billions to expand Texas rural broadband is facing allegations of "favoritism" and offering "sweetheart" deals to companies that provide low earth orbit satellite broadband.
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