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President Biden’s executive order raises questions over frequency of illegal crossings amid Bexar County smuggling bust

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BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies discovered 26 migrants in a suspected human smuggling operation on Thursday. News of the operation comes less than 48 hours after President Joe Biden’s executive order that limits asylum seekers went into effect. Sheriff Javier Salazar called it a “big money” operation that is cartel-related. Deputies … Read more

SA graduate with rare disease set to receive Youth National Award in Los Angeles

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The non-profit, National Organization for Rare Disorders, giving the award to Villarreal said she is a shining example of rare disease youth advocacy and leadership. SAN ANTONIO — Abigail Villarreal is described as little, but mighty with a big voice. The teenager all her life has battled with something most of us take for granted. … Read more

‘Didn’t deserve that’: Mother killed in a hit-and-run, loved ones ask community for help

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Jessica Vela was killed crossing Harry Wurzbach Road on May 30. Police believe the suspect was driving white Lincoln MKX. SAN ANTONIO — On Wednesday, a family laid a mother of four to rest. Police say Jessica Vela, 39, was killed in a hit-and-run on Harry Wurzbach Road near Timberlane Drive on the northeast side. … Read more

Behind the Kitchen Door: Permit revoked at Korean barbecue restaurant where inspectors found pest feces near condiments

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SAN ANTONIO – Behind the Kitchen Door is a series where KSAT investigates local restaurants’ health inspections. A Korean barbecue restaurant had its permit suspended in April 2024 after a health inspector found nearly 25 violations. Hom Machi Korean BBQ Hom Machi Korean BBQ, located on 842 Loop 410 NW, received a 64 on its … Read more

Family of Caleb Harris remains optimistic three months after his disappearance

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CORPUS CHRISTI – Three months have passed since a college student from New Braunfels was reported missing, and there is still no trace of him. “We just don’t understand why, nothing makes sense,” said Randy Harris, Caleb’s dad Caleb Harris was reported missing in Corpus Christi on March 4. Randy says he’s optimistic despite having … Read more