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Man hospitalized after being shot during Facebook Marketplace meet-up
SAN ANTONIO - A man is in the hospital tonight following a shooting on the northwest side of San Antonio. The incident occurred just before 7 p.m. at the Helix Apartments off Wurzbach Road near Gardendale Road. According to the San Antonio Police Department, the victim may have been shot...
Officer and two others injured as motorcycle hits patrol car
SAN ANTONIO - Three people are injured after a motorcycle hit a patrol car, sending a police officer and two others to the hospital. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. near Huron St and Southcross Blvd. According to the San Antonio Police Department, the officer was responding to a call...
Zachry Holdings and Golden Pass LNG Reach Settlement, Clearing Way for Bankruptcy Process and Sabine Pass Project Continuation
San Antonio-based Zachry Holdings, Inc. has come to an agreement with Golden Pass LNG regarding a previously contentious partnership on a major construction project. The legal settlement, confirmed by both entities, clears the path for Zachry's ongoing bankruptcy proceedings and permits the continuation of the halted $10 billion liquified natural gas terminal located in Sabine Pass. Zachry's move into bankruptcy occurred in May, citing the need to withdraw from its primary contractor position amidst soaring costs, which ultimately led to substantial layoffs.
Residents call for more encampment cleanup after homeless man's dog attacks woman
SAN ANTONIO - Elizabeth Daniel and her dog Torin were walking along the Leon Creek Greenway like they did every day. It was July 12, and the two were trying to get their exercise in before it got too hot outside. While on their usual path, Daniel and Torin passed...
Admired Texas High School Volleyball Coach Killed by Stray Bullet
28-year-old Jasper ISD volleyball coach, Ayden Burt, was tragically shot and killed by a stray bullet just after midnight while visiting a rooftop bar in San Antonio with coworkers on Tuesday, July 23rd. The beloved coach was visiting town for the Texas High School Coaches Association Conference and was sitting...
Frost Bank hosts back-to-school ice cream social
SAN ANTONIO - Frost Bank is hosting a back-to-school ice cream social for local families before Summer vacation ends. The free event will take place Friday, August 16 at the Frost Bank Medical Financial Center from 2 to 4 p.m. It will also feature a DJ and goodie bags.
Recent spate of random violence downtown prompts urgent safety overhaul
SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio has seen a troubling pattern of violence this summer. The recent deaths of Ayden Rose Burt and Thomas "TJ" Weaver marked the second and third fatalities involving out-of-town visitors. The first incident occurred in May when Heidi Silkworth was fatally struck by a stray bullet while visiting for a graduation.
San Antonio's Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia to Lead Revitalized Municipal Utilities Committee Engagement
San Antonio is in for a reinvigorated approach to handling its utilities, with District 4 Councilmember Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia taking the helm as Chair of the Municipal Utilities Committee (MUC). Her appointment heralds a shift towards strengthening the bond between the city's legislative body and the agencies responsible for managing water and energy resources. Dr. Garcia emphasized her commitment to enhancing engagement with San Antonio's residents on these crucial services. She stated in an announcement, "Reconstituting the Municipal Utilities Committee is a welcomed opportunity for City Council to work closely and better align our community outreach efforts with CPS Energy and SAWS. In my role as Chair of the MUC, I look forward to continued conversations about improving our engagement with residents, ensuring affordability, building resiliency, and upholding fiscal responsibility. I hope a spirit of collaboration and coordination will mark the work of this committee as we navigate the uncertainty and challenges associated with our water and energy resources. "
San Antonio area residents invited to back-to-school-events all across the city
SAN ANTONIO — The public is invited to the City of San Antonio's various back-to-school events starting this Saturday. City officials encourages residents to stop by one of the many back-to-school events aimed at helping students, families and educators. These events will offer essential resources and services to help...
Founder of Los Texmaniacs, Max Baca, to be inducted into Texas Conjunto Hall of Fame
San Antonio musician Max Baca will be inducted into the Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame this weekend. Baca founded the San Antonio conjunto band, Los Texmaniacs, in 1997. The band won a Grammy in 2010 with their album “Borders y Bailes.”. He has also performed with several conjunto...
San Antonio's Medina Lake Experiences Hopeful Rise in Water Levels Following Heavy Rainfall
The recent deluge has brought a sigh of relief to San Antonio’s vicinity, particularly affecting Medina Lake, which witnessed substantial water level rises. After a prolonged dry spell that has gripped southern Texas for years, causing distress to both residents and the environment, the turnaround has been marked and hopeful. Fox San Antonio reported sightings of significantly increased flow in the Medina River, an ecstatic visual for locals. The article quoted Lakehills resident Brendon Carroll, who addressed the distress of the declining lake by saying, "Fishing's not fun, there's no swimming, trees are everywhere. The lakes down low. We want our lake back."
Body Found at Woodard Park Identified as Missing San Antonio Man Jonathon Paul Jones
The search for Jonathon Paul Jones, a 31-year-old man reported missing, came to a disturbing conclusion when his body was discovered last week at an East Side park. According to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office, the remains found within a wooded area of Woodard Park’s baseball field have been confirmed as those of Mr. Jones, as reported by KSAT.
San Antonio Zoo Armadillo’s ‘Basketball’ Skills Have People Impressed
Zoos share some cute things that they catch their animals doing, and some of them really surprise people. Take for instance this video that San Antonio Zoo shared on Instagram on Sunday, July 21st of an armadillo showing off his basketball skills. It'll totally make your day! The armadillo's name ...Continue reading
Spurs second-round pick Juan Núñez to be stashed in Barcelona for 2024-25 season
San Antonio Spurs second-round pick Juan Núñez will be stashed in the Spanish League for the 2024-25 season with Barcelona after signing with the team on Friday. Núñez joins the powerhouse after spending last season with Ratiopharm Ulm in the German Basketball League. He averaged 9.9 points, 4.9 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.7 steals on 47% shooting from the field in 54 games across all league competitions.
Health Confianza and the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District honored with NACCHO’s Promising Practice Award
Contact: Steven Lee, 210-450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu. SAN ANTONIO, July 26, 2024 — The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) selected UT Health San Antonio’s Health Confianza and the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (Metro Health) for its Promising Practice Award for their work to improve health literacy in underserved areas in San Antonio.
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