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Encouraging repairs, bringing life to downtown Shreveport's vacant properties
In 2019, the city of West Monroe, concerned about the number of vacant properties in its downtown district, enacted a vacant property registry modeled after a similar one in San Antonio. The property registry in San Antonio is one of hundreds on the books across the U.S., in towns as...
SAPD investigating fatal shooting on San Antonio’s Southwest Side
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — A fatal shooting on the Southwest Side is under investigation. San Antonio police say it happened in the 3700 block of Nogalitos Street at around 6 a.m. Friday. When officers got the call, they were told two people were arguing. While they were responding,...
The Hospitality Show: Q&A with Jyoti Sarolia, owner of Ellis Hospitality
The Hospitality Show, now in its second year, will take place at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio from Oct. 28-30, 2024. The Show will bring together 5,000 attendees and promises to drive profitability for owners, operators, and hospitality innovators through dedicated content, extensive networking and 400+ operations and technology vendors.
‘Stuff the Bus’ event helps needy families secure school supplies to begin new school year
SAN ANTONIO – One way for students to get a head start on a new school year is to get them the tools they need to succeed -- school supplies. But for many families in San Antonio, buying school supplies can be a challenge. That’s why Blue Cares, a...
New mental health center opens, expanding care options on San Antonio's Far West Side
SAN ANTONIO - A new mental health care center is officially open on the Far West Side. Family Care Center celebrated the grand opening of the new clinic Thursday afternoon. Officials say the clinic will expand access to mental health services ranging from kids to adults as well as provide personalized care.
SAPD: Nearly 19,000 Auto Thefts In The City In 12-Month Period
San Antonio police data shows nearly 19,000 car thefts were reported in the city during a recent 12-month period. The thefts were reported in all parts of San Antonio between May 1st, 2023, and May 1st of this year. An undercover detective says most of the thefts took place because people left the cars unlocked, often with the keys inside. These data don't include thefts reported to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office or to the police departments of other cities in the county.
SAWS Threatens To Cut Service To Apartment Complexes With Unpaid Debts
The San Antonio Water System is threatening to shut off water service to two apartment complexes because of unpaid debt. On Tuesday, SAWS alerted the tenants of six apartment complexes that their water may be shut off next week. Two of the complexes had more than 200 units. By Thursday, all but two of the complexes had paid the utility what they owed. SAWS cut off the water last month to four apartment complexes that were behind on their payments, and ultimately collected.
Rain chances rise, temperatures drop
Expect more of the same weather this weekend with random, pop-up showers each afternoon from roughly noon to 6pm. Coverage will be limited and the downpours will be brief, but a few lucky neighborhoods could get a quick half inch or more. The weather pattern shifts next week and becomes...
Abandoned hog found in rural community now looking for a pigture-perfect home
SAN ANTONIO — Neighbors in a rural southeast-side community say a 200-pound hog called "Pigpig" has been roaming the neighborhood alone since early June. They've taken turns feeding her, leaving water on their porches and tossing food over the fence of the abandoned house she has a pig pen in. Neighbors like Bonnie Carr are now looking for someone to sweep this swine off her feet.
SAPA! issues SOS call for kitten foster parents amid overcrowding
SAN ANTONIO — An urgent call for kitten fosters and adopters: San Antonio Pets Alive! is issuing an SOS plea for kitten foster homes. Officials at the Alamo City shelter say that, despite tireless efforts, the fates of vulnerable kittens hangs in the balance with their shelter exceeding overnight capacity.
Singers Encouraged to Enter Annual NCBA National Anthem ContestWinner to sing at CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio
CENTENNIAL, Colo. (July 15, 2024) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is looking for the next singing sensation to open CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio, Texas, February 4-6. The 12th annual NCBA National Anthem Contest, sponsored by Norbrook®, is accepting entries through October 15 at convention.ncba.org.
Restaurant flagged for employees failing to wash hands, leaving cooked beans on the floor
SAN ANTONIO – Reused single-use containers, employees not washing their hands, and cooked beans kept on the floor are some of the violations that health inspectors found at three San Antonio restaurants that could make you sick. Behind the Kitchen Door is a series where KSAT investigates health inspections...
SA game shop hosts 'Stop f*@#!ng Robbing Us Sale' following three thefts in four months
SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio game shop is remaining vigilant following three thefts in four months. Anthony Collazo, Co-Owner of Gamer's Gems off Culebra Road, says recent crime in the Culebra Commons Shopping Center is also prompting the owners to install more security cameras outside. Collazo says he's...
Advocates focus on humanity one year after 12 migrants were found in semitruck in Bexar County
SAN ANTONIO – Friday marks one year since 12 migrants were found in a semitruck off Interstate 35 near Von Ormy in southwest Bexar County. Emergency crews at the scene said the 10 men and two women were in good health. Law enforcement found them huddled together in the back of the stolen semitruck on July 19, 2023.
San Antonio schools debate student cell phone policies amid wider discussions
SAN ANTONIO - Several school districts in San Antonio are grappling with the issue of student cell phone usage, sparking extensive debates and considerations for potential policy changes. East Central ISD is scheduled to hold significant discussions on this matter tonight, while San Antonio's largest district has also initiated preliminary...
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