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KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses public safety, potential government shutdown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses public safety, potential government shutdownSan Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss public safety and a potential government shutdown after midnight Wednesday.
‘Can Opener’ intersection on East Side sees construction amid safety concerns
Read full article: ‘Can Opener’ intersection on East Side sees construction amid safety concernsConstruction is underway at the so-called “Can Opener” intersection at Loop 1604 and Schuwirth Road on the East Side, known for its frequent crashes.
District 7, 8 councilwomen tour proposed Guajolote Ranch development in northwest Bexar County
Read full article: District 7, 8 councilwomen tour proposed Guajolote Ranch development in northwest Bexar CountyTwo San Antonio city councilwomen got their first look Tuesday of the site of a controversial housing development that borders their districts in northwest Bexar County.
Rendon Entrepreneurial Center: From forgotten post office to South San Antonio innovation hub
Read full article: Rendon Entrepreneurial Center: From forgotten post office to South San Antonio innovation hubTwo young dreamers from South San Antonio grew up walking past the old post office on Southcross Boulevard — once a place full of motion, now still and forgotten.
‘You can always do it in life’: 9-year-old celebrates end of cancer journey
Read full article: ‘You can always do it in life’: 9-year-old celebrates end of cancer journeyIn the garden of CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital, dozens of people recently gathered to celebrate the end of a painful and emotional journey.
3 men flee scene of North Side ATM robbery in white BMW, San Antonio police say
Read full article: 3 men flee scene of North Side ATM robbery in white BMW, San Antonio police sayThree men fled in a vehicle with an unknown amount of cash after an ATM robbery on the North Side, according to a preliminary report from San Antonio police.
Gov. Abbott directs DPS to increase safety at Texas places of worship
Read full article: Gov. Abbott directs DPS to increase safety at Texas places of worshipGov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to strengthen security around places of worship following a rise in attacks against religious communities.
Fort Sam Houston official accused of stealing $510K from US government, affidavit states
Read full article: Fort Sam Houston official accused of stealing $510K from US government, affidavit statesThe banking chief for Installation Management Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is accused of stealing more than $500,000 from the U.S. government, according to an affidavit obtained by KSAT.
Live Oak homeowner sues fencing contractor, claiming ‘terrible’ work drained retirement funds
Read full article: Live Oak homeowner sues fencing contractor, claiming ‘terrible’ work drained retirement fundsA Live Oak homeowner is accusing a contractor hired to repair floodwater damage to a fence of ruining their chances of retiring after failing to complete the job.
Trinity University establishes new school of arts and humanities with $25 million donation
Read full article: Trinity University establishes new school of arts and humanities with $25 million donationTrinity University announced the creation of the Carlos Alvarez School of Arts and Humanities from a $25 million dollar donation from Alvarez’s family.
Pipe bomb found at apartment complex along I-10 on Northwest Side; drivers asked to avoid the area
Read full article: Pipe bomb found at apartment complex along I-10 on Northwest Side; drivers asked to avoid the areaA live pipe bomb was found at an apartment complex along Interstate 10 on the Northwest Side on Tuesday morning.
Woman arrested in connection with shooting at Hemisfair apartment, SAPD says
Read full article: Woman arrested in connection with shooting at Hemisfair apartment, SAPD saysA 40-year-old woman was arrested in connection with a shooting at a downtown apartment complex, according to a preliminary report from San Antonio police.
Man charged with murder in West Side apartment complex shooting, records show
Read full article: Man charged with murder in West Side apartment complex shooting, records showA man was arrested and charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a West Side apartment complex, according to Bexar County court records.
Neighbors in shock after San Antonio man arrested for Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino shooting
Read full article: Neighbors in shock after San Antonio man arrested for Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino shootingNeighbors say they are in shock after a San Antonio man was arrested in connection with a shooting at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino that left two people dead and five others injured.
Trial for woman accused of hitting poodle in animal cruelty case to start Wednesday
Read full article: Trial for woman accused of hitting poodle in animal cruelty case to start WednesdayA trial is expected to begin Wednesday for a woman facing an animal cruelty charge after she was caught on video allegedly hitting her puppy multiple times.
6 Bexar County school districts risk TEA stepping in over poor performance
Read full article: 6 Bexar County school districts risk TEA stepping in over poor performanceSix Bexar County school districts must submit plans to the state for improving performance at poorly-rated campuses — and in some cases, immediately put them into action.
SAPD officer seeks reinstatement after alleged failure to follow multiple department protocols
Read full article: SAPD officer seeks reinstatement after alleged failure to follow multiple department protocolsA San Antonio police officer is trying to get his job back on the force after he was placed on indefinite suspension.
New Texas law creates advisory board to oversee Child Protective Services investigations, training
Read full article: New Texas law creates advisory board to oversee Child Protective Services investigations, trainingFor the first time ever, the State of Texas will have an advisory committee overseeing Child Protective Services investigations and training thanks to a new state law that passed during the latest legislative session.
DISMISSED: Civil case against 3 ex-SAPD officers filed by Melissa Perez’s family dismissed, records show
Read full article: DISMISSED: Civil case against 3 ex-SAPD officers filed by Melissa Perez’s family dismissed, records showThe civil case against three former San Antonio police officers accused of shooting and killing Melissa Perez in her Southwest Side apartment have been dismissed, court records show.
Spurs’ All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox unlikely to play in season opener
Read full article: Spurs’ All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox unlikely to play in season openerSpurs’ All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox hinted that it’s unlikely he’ll be medically cleared in time to play in the season opener against the Dallas Mavericks.
Where’s Wembanyama? Spurs star discusses his summer vacation around San Antonio and the globe
Read full article: Where’s Wembanyama? Spurs star discusses his summer vacation around San Antonio and the globeVictor Wembanyama took a seat behind a Spurs microphone, clapped his hands and snapped his fingers. Now 21, Wembanyama was ready for his third Spurs Media Day.
Spurs’ Mitch Johnson on Wemby’s return to action and setting his agenda in first full NBA season
Read full article: Spurs’ Mitch Johnson on Wemby’s return to action and setting his agenda in first full NBA seasonDespite knowing he got the job several months ago, Monday marked the beginning of Mitch Johnson’s first NBA training camp as San Antonio Spurs head coach.
‘I feel good’: Spurs rookie Dylan Harper optimistic about pre-season return after thumb surgery
Read full article: ‘I feel good’: Spurs rookie Dylan Harper optimistic about pre-season return after thumb surgerySan Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper could return to action before the start of the regular season.
Bexar County officials work to process backlog of 50,000 voter registrations before Nov. 4 election
Read full article: Bexar County officials work to process backlog of 50,000 voter registrations before Nov. 4 electionBexar County is facing a backlog of more than 50,000 voter registration cards after the system it previously used unexpectedly closed last month.
Smart Money Flow seminar aims to empower San Antonians’ finances
Read full article: Smart Money Flow seminar aims to empower San Antonians’ financesSan Antonioans who want to take charge of their finances now have an opportunity to learn about and access resources on how to build credit and chart a pathway to financial success at the Smart Money Flow seminar this Tuesday.
San Antonio firefighter accused of assaulting family member, placed on administrative duty, SAFD says
Read full article: San Antonio firefighter accused of assaulting family member, placed on administrative duty, SAFD saysThe San Antonio Fire Department said one of its firefighters recently arrested is accused of assaulting a family member.
Connect with the Council: District 1 Councilwoman Dr. Sukh Kaur talks Project Marvel, public safety
Read full article: Connect with the Council: District 1 Councilwoman Dr. Sukh Kaur talks Project Marvel, public safetyOn this week’s “Connect with the Council,” KSAT’s Ernie Zuniga visited Hemisfair to chat with District 1 Councilwoman Sukh Kaur outside Commonwealth Coffeehouse & Bakery.
Blood Cancer United identifies 5 main types of blood cancers
Read full article: Blood Cancer United identifies 5 main types of blood cancersThanks to efforts from doctors, researchers, health care providers and nonprofits such as Blood Cancer United, certain types of blood cancers are not the terminal diagnoses that these were decades ago.
What we know about the shooting at Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino that killed 2, injured 5 in Eagle Pass
Read full article: What we know about the shooting at Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino that killed 2, injured 5 in Eagle PassAccording to Jones’ arrest warrant, which KSAT 12 News first obtained on Tuesday, Sept. 30, Kickapoo Tribe police officers were dispatched to the casino just after 11:45 p.m. on Saturday. Here is everything we know about the deadly shooting and all the developments that have happened since then.
2 arrested after stolen vehicle runs red light, crashes into car SAPD says
Read full article: 2 arrested after stolen vehicle runs red light, crashes into car SAPD saysTwo men were arrested early Sunday morning after a stolen vehicle ran a red light and crashed into a car on the Northwest Side, according to San Antonio police.
LIST: Starbucks closes San Antonio stores as part of turnaround plan
Read full article: LIST: Starbucks closes San Antonio stores as part of turnaround planStarbucks said Thursday it's closing hundreds of stores in the U.S., Canada and Europe and laying off 900 nonretail employees so it can focus resources on its turnaround plan.
SAPD releases footage after 5 officers shoot, kill man with shotgun
Read full article: SAPD releases footage after 5 officers shoot, kill man with shotgunThe department on Saturday released footage and 911 calls from the morning of Aug. 29, when officers responded to reports of shots fired just after 10:30 a.m. in the 800 block of Cherry Street.
12th annual Head for the Cure 5K in San Antonio raises more than $60,000 for brain cancer research
Read full article: 12th annual Head for the Cure 5K in San Antonio raises more than $60,000 for brain cancer researchNearly 1,000 runners and walkers came together on Saturday to support efforts to fund research for brain cancer through the 12th annual Head for the Cure 5K.
Soy Latina Youth Writers join Live from the Southside Magazine
Read full article: Soy Latina Youth Writers join Live from the Southside MagazineLive from the Southside Magazine is excited to announce the launch of the Soy Latina Youth Writers, a collaboration with the Soy Latina Young Women’s Leadership nonprofit organization.
Viva Mexico Women’s Festival returns in October to celebrate women in music and culture
Read full article: Viva Mexico Women’s Festival returns in October to celebrate women in music and cultureThe third-annual Viva Mexico Women’s Festival is returning! Mark your calendars for Sunday, Oct. 5, as Mission Marquee Plaza comes alive with a vibrant, family-friendly celebration honoring women in music, arts, business and culture.
Spike in construction material costs leads to rise in thefts, businesses say
Read full article: Spike in construction material costs leads to rise in thefts, businesses saySan Antonio businesses said they were not shocked to learn roof shingles were stolen from a South Side construction site.
Driver’s windshield cracked after nude rock-throwing suspect leads police on foot chase downtown
Read full article: Driver’s windshield cracked after nude rock-throwing suspect leads police on foot chase downtownGary Athans may have lost a windshield on his visit to San Antonio, but he gained an unforgettable story in the process.
Two men arrested for aggravated assault over Netflix account dispute, affidavit says
Read full article: Two men arrested for aggravated assault over Netflix account dispute, affidavit saysTwo men have been arrested for allegedly assaulting someone with a gun during a dispute over a Netflix account name change, according to records.
San Antonio couple marries in hospital room ahead of open-heart surgery
Read full article: San Antonio couple marries in hospital room ahead of open-heart surgeryA San Antonio couple exchanged vows inside of a hospital room after the groom was informed he would have to go through an unexpected open-heart surgery.
After losing their daughter to suicide, San Antonio parents speak up to raise awareness
Read full article: After losing their daughter to suicide, San Antonio parents speak up to raise awarenessTeen suicide numbers are on the rise. Grieving parents are sharing their story in hopes of educating other families on what signs to look for in their own kids.
Children’s Heart Foundation organizes San Antonio walk to support congenital heart defect research
Read full article: Children’s Heart Foundation organizes San Antonio walk to support congenital heart defect researchThe Children’s Heart Foundation is hosting 33 walks nationwide this year to unite families affected by congenital heart defects and raise funds for research.
Chris Brown concert now expected to draw more than 48K; expect heavy traffic near Alamodome
Read full article: Chris Brown concert now expected to draw more than 48K; expect heavy traffic near AlamodomeAlamodome officials said Saturday's Chris Brown concert is shaping up to be one the most attended concerts in years.
Judge denies request to delay trial of former SAPD officer accused of shooting teen in 2022
Read full article: Judge denies request to delay trial of former SAPD officer accused of shooting teen in 2022A Bexar County judge denied a motion to delay the trial of a former San Antonio police officer accused of shooting a teenager in 2022.
Man arrested for allegedly causing more than $25K in damage to NE Side charter school, affidavit states
Read full article: Man arrested for allegedly causing more than $25K in damage to NE Side charter school, affidavit statesA man was arrested for allegedly vandalizing a Northeast Side charter school, causing more than $25,000 in damage, according to an arrest affidavit.
SAPD identifies man arrested for allegedly throwing rocks, large concrete pieces at vehicles downtown
Read full article: SAPD identifies man arrested for allegedly throwing rocks, large concrete pieces at vehicles downtownSan Antonio police officers have identified the man who was arrested for throwing rocks and large pieces of concrete at vehicles downtown, the department said in a Friday preliminary report.
Christian organization strives to send as many at-risk youth on free camp adventures
Read full article: Christian organization strives to send as many at-risk youth on free camp adventuresA West Side youth center in the 78207 zip code is hoping to give as many at-risk teens as possible the opportunity to go on a free camp adventure, an experience several of those teens have never had before.
‘Disappointing,’ ‘rocky,’ or ‘fun?’ Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones wraps up first 100 days leading San Antonio
Read full article: ‘Disappointing,’ ‘rocky,’ or ‘fun?’ Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones wraps up first 100 days leading San AntonioMayor Gina Ortiz Jones' first 100 days has been marked by city council power struggles, tackling a growing deficit and losing a collection of high-profile votes. But the freshman mayor says success is about being able to "look in the mirror."
Inspection finds roaches on walls, employees had unwashed hands at San Antonio restaurant
Read full article: Inspection finds roaches on walls, employees had unwashed hands at San Antonio restaurantRoaches were found crawling along the walls and employees were not washing their hands when inspectors visited a Mexican restaurant last month, according to a Metro Health inspection.
How a wastewater treatment plant built in San Antonio could impact the city’s water
Read full article: How a wastewater treatment plant built in San Antonio could impact the city’s waterThe development, which would be built by Lennar Corporation, requires a wastewater treatment plant. The plant would treat and process sewage before dumping it into the Helotes Creek watershed, which feeds into the Edwards and Trinity aquifers.
Puro Picks: Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra discusses weekend events in San Antonio
Read full article: Puro Picks: Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra discusses weekend events in San AntonioSocial media influencer Stephanie Guerra joined KSAT on Thursday to discuss weekend happenings in and around San Antonio.
Timeline: A look at Gina Ortiz Jones’ term as San Antonio mayor so far
Read full article: Timeline: A look at Gina Ortiz Jones’ term as San Antonio mayor so farIn her time as mayor, Jones has notably lobbied for delays to Project Marvel and changes to the Council Consideration Requests (CCR) process amid a constant back-and-forth with city council members.
Pickup Lines: Bexar County commissioner opens up about farm life, football, the future and military service
Read full article: Pickup Lines: Bexar County commissioner opens up about farm life, football, the future and military serviceThe latest Pickup Lines segment features Bexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner Grant Moody. He reflects on his childhood farm in Kansas, a college football career, the sacrifices of military service and what might be next
Fiesta San Antonio unveils top 5 poster designs; winner will be announced in January
Read full article: Fiesta San Antonio unveils top 5 poster designs; winner will be announced in JanuaryThe Fiesta 2026 “5 to 1” official poster selection will take place from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N. New Braunfels.
Man throwing large rocks damages at least 5 vehicles near Pearl, police say
Read full article: Man throwing large rocks damages at least 5 vehicles near Pearl, police saySan Antonio police detained a man Thursday afternoon after they say he damaged multiple vehicles with large rocks as they drove near downtown.
Neighbor says he walked past Southeast Side murder victim’s body without realizing he was dead
Read full article: Neighbor says he walked past Southeast Side murder victim’s body without realizing he was deadA neighbor said he thought a murder victim was sleeping on the ground, a sight he is used to seeing at his Southeast Side apartment complex.
‘Do not give up’: San Antonio woman with Stage 4 lung cancer continues to fight
Read full article: ‘Do not give up’: San Antonio woman with Stage 4 lung cancer continues to fightWhile most people were trying to navigate the uncertainty of the COVID pandemic in 2020, Dilva “DJ” Galan was coming to terms with something far more personal.
Tower Life Residences to offer luxury living in historic San Antonio building
Read full article: Tower Life Residences to offer luxury living in historic San Antonio buildingThe opportunity to see the design plans around the transformation of a historic San Antonio building into a luxury apartment complex has arrived.