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Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
Wednesday Night Forecast: Rain chances continue through the weekend
TONIGHT: A few scattered showers early, becoming more isolated near midnight. Chance of rain: 40%. Low: 73. Winds: E 5 MPH. THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with some scattered showers and thunderstorms around. Chance of rain: 40%. High: 83. Winds: SE 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Chance of […]
Patrick: Obama is seeking his fourth term in office
(The Center Square) – Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says former President Barack Obama is running for a fourth term in response to President Joe Biden announcing he isn’t running for reelection and is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. “Obama is seeking his 4th term as president,” Patrick said in a social media post. “The June debate was a hit job on Biden by his own party; humiliating him was step one to run him out. There was no need for Biden...
Bandera ISD gets ready to launch four-day school week
Bandera ISD will begin a new pilot program for the 2024-25 school year, moving to a four-day school week, emulating multiple other districts in the surrounding areas.The school year begins Aug. 6, going until May 22, according to the school calendar.This move comes after many struggles the district has cited, such as teacher retention.BISD superintendent Gary Bitzkie cites multiple reasons for that issue, with one big factor being housing, especially since many teachers commute from outside the county.“Rural schools have trouble attracting teachers, mostly because of location,” said Bitzkie.There was some pushback after the announcement, Bitzkie said, since most people ...
Commissioners vote on new salaries for county employees
New 2024-25 salary increases totaling $74,521, for elected officials were approved at the July 11 Commissioner’s Court regular meeting.The new changes include salaries, benefits and cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).County Justices of the Peace (JPs) from each precinct previously requested an increase from their current annual salary of $41,883 to $50,000.Commissioner Jack Moseley motioned to increase the JP’s salary to 8% plus an additional $3,000, bringing the proposed salary to $48,234.The motion was not seconded, causing the motion to fail.Commissioner Jody Rutherford motioned to increase the JP’s salary as proposed at their last meeting, 8% to $45,234, which passed with a vote ...
Expert issues warning after wildlife encounters increase amid urban expansion: 'Always leave them alone'
In addition to making life more difficult for native animals, urban sprawl can lead to air and water pollution and deforestation. San Antonio's rapid urban expansion is making encounters with wild fauna more frequent in the city, according to one wildlife expert. What's happening?. Animals like deer, bobcats, and raccoons...
Man stabbed after fight breaks out near north-side Luby's restaurant, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO — A man was stabbed after an argument broke out near a north-side restaurant Wednesday night, authorities said. San Antonio police responded to the 900 block of north Main Avenue near a Luby's restaurant around 9:50 p.m. Authorities said two men were hanging out across the street...
I’m raising my husband’s ex-wife’s baby – we took him in at 11 days old & I’ve never met his real mum
A woman is raising her husband's ex-wife's baby after she died five days after giving birth. Christie Werts, 49, and husband, Wesley, 46, got a phone call in August 2021 to say his ex-wife was in hospital with Covid and was pregnant. Wesley was warned his ex-wife was extremely unwell...
Japanese rock band FLOW coming to San Antonio in August
SAN ANTONIO – The Japanese rock band FLOW is coming to San Antonio during their “FLOW WORLD TOUR- ANIME SHIBARI 2024-2025.”. The band will be playing songs from their many contributions to anime, according to The Espee. Some of their works include “Naruto’s” “GO!!!”, “Code Geass: Lelouch of...
Public Warned to Stay Out of Upper Guadalupe River near Spring Branch
Comal County advises the public to expect debris in the Guadalupe River at Rebecca Creek Road bridge and the FM 311 bridge west of Canyon Lake near Spring Branch. The river was expected to crest at around 12.06 feet by 2 p.m. today, with flow rates of around 8,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) at the two bridges.
Family of missing woman fights for answers more than 13 years after her disappearance
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – The family of Pauline Diaz is fighting for answers more than 13 years after her disappearance. “She hasn’t been forgotten, and she’s not going to be forgotten,” her daughter, Juanita Diaz, said. Pauline was last seen on Dec. 7, 2010, walking out...
Texas mental health advocates push to expand 988 crisis call services in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO — Millions of Americans have sought emotional support by dialing or texting 988 since the rebranded suicide prevention lifeline launched two years ago. Mental health advocates in Texas have been pushing for a 988 call center to be established in the Alamo City. Counselors with 988 have...
2024's best meteor shower has started. Find a dark spot in San Antonio and face north.
Part of what makes seeing a shooting star an out-of-the-ordinary experience is its simplicity. You don’t need fancy telescope equipment — just a lot of patience and maybe a blanket to lie on. You can see some shooting stars this summer created by the comet Swift-Tuttle. The Earth...
Former Uvalde CISD officer Adrian Gonzales pleads not guilty during arraignment hearing on Thursday
SAN ANTONIO – A former Uvalde CISD officer pleaded not guilty to 29 state felony counts in court Thursday morning. The hearing for Adrian Gonzales lasted only minutes. His next hearing was set for Sept. 16. Gonzales is indicted on 29 counts of abandoning/endangering a child, a state felony....
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