FAA cites near miss at San Antonio airport as it rolls out new airspace safety rules

A close call between a plane and police helicopter at San Antonio International Airport is prompting new FAA safety rules nationwide. SAN ANTONIO — A close call in the skies over San Antonio is now part of a nationwide push to improve aviation safety. The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling out new safety protocols after … Read more

Woman arrested after drug bust at Floresville business, deputies seize large amount of THC

Authorities say an undercover investigation led to a raid at a Floresville business, where hundreds of grams of THC and other drugs were seized. FLORESVILLE, Texas — An undercover investigation led to a drug bust at a Floresville business, resulting in an arrest and the seizure of a large amount of illegal substances, authorities said. … Read more

San Antonio-based Cesar E. Chavez Legacy & Educational Foundation dissolves hours after bombshell report of allegations against labor leader

The foundation helped organize the annual Cesar Chavez March in San Antonio; the event’s future is now in question. SAN ANTONIO — Hours after a New York Times investigation uncovered allegations that the civil rights icon Cesar Chavez abused multiple young girls – sending shockwaves through a country that bears his name on signs for … Read more

Spurs look to continue hot shooting against the Suns Thursday night | What to know

The Suns are one of four teams to have beaten the Spurs twice this season. SAN ANTONIO — Fresh off their record-setting 3-point performance against the Kings, the Spurs look to continue their hot shooting against a better Pacific division opponent. The 39-30 Phoenix Suns come to town Thursday night in a possible first round … Read more

SAPD: 15-year-old in life-threatening condition after shooting in north-side alley

A 15-year-old is fighting for his life after police say he reported being shot in an alley before being hospitalized for emergency surgery. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department said a 15-year-old has been hospitalized after suffering a life-threatening gunshot wound to the chest after a shooting on the north side. Around  9:20 … Read more

Could San Antonio’s Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard be renamed in light of allegations against the labor leader?

In a memo released Wednesday, District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo proposed exploring a possible renaming process with public participation. SAN ANTONIO — This year’s Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice was canceled by organizers on March 6 for unclear reasons. Now a New York Times investigation has shed light on why: allegations of sexual abuse … Read more