San Antonio libraries to host Black History Month programs, exhibits and films

There are more than 30 events being held throughout the month. SAN ANTONIO — Throughout the month of February, the San Antonio Public Library will be hosting an array of special programming events that celebrate the cultural impact, activism, and achievements of Black people.  SAPL will be hosting more than 30 events as part of … Read more

Congressman Castro calls for Dilley detention facility to ‘shut down’ amid measles cases. Here’s what to know about the virus.

Those most at risk include unvaccinated people, those traveling internationally and young children under 5. SAN ANTONIO — Two confirmed cases of measles at the Dilley immigration detention center forced lawmakers to cancel a planned Friday visit by Congressman Joaquin Castro out of caution surrounding the virus. The illness is not one to be taken … Read more

Wrong-way driver killed after head-on crash along I-35 on San Antonio’s northeast side, police say

SAPD said the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. SAN ANTONIO — One person is dead and another was hospitalized early Saturday after a wrong-way crash on a northeast-side highway, according to the San Antonio Police Department. SAPD said officers were called to the 4400 block of I-35 Northbound around 4:15 a.m. for a … Read more

Texas launches $13M spay, neuter and vaccination program to help pets statewide

Animal shelters, nonprofits and local governments can now apply for a new $13 million Texas program aimed at reducing pet overpopulation and improving public health. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is rolling out a $13 million statewide spay, neuter, and vaccination program aimed at reducing pet overpopulation and protecting public health. The new Texas Spay and … Read more