‘I wish I could say I was shocked’ | Animal advocate hopes arrest of teen accused of killing a dog sends message

17-year-old Michael George was arrested last week and is an animal cruelty charge for allegedly shooting and killing a dog he was pet sitting. SAN ANTONIO — Animal advocates are hoping the justice system will hold an accused dog killer, accountable. 17-year-old Michael George was arrested last week and is an animal cruelty charge for … Read more

Man who allegedly fell asleep behind wheel blames northwest-side crash on late ‘night playing video games’, affidavit shows

The crash took place on Dec. 24 and the suspect ran from the scene before turning himself in days later. SAN ANTONIO — A man turned himself in days after causing a crash and fleeing from the scene without rendering aid to an injured individual. On Dec. 24, the San Antonio Police Department responded to … Read more

‘He went out a hero’ | 18-year-old killed shielding others from gunfire at west-side SA home remembered by loved ones

18-year-old Ramiro Alvarado was shot in the chest Monday night. Witnesses say a group of armed young men ambushed a home, firing multiple shots. SAN ANTONIO — We’re learning new details involving a deadly west side ambush Monday evening. An 18-year-old who was shot in the heart is being hailed a hero for his actions … Read more

Bodycam video reveals details of deadly shooting after chase by SAPD officers at north-side drainage ditch

The police say their investigation found that the male allegedly shot himself in the head while running from officers into the drainage ditch. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department has released bodycam video of a deadly incident from early December in which officers shot at a man who they say pointed a gun at … Read more

Security ensured by authorities for SA events in wake of recent terror attack

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office and the San Antonio FBI office are recognizing the increased concern for safety at public events. SAN ANTONIO — In light of the terror attack on New Year’s Day on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, security and safety come into question for large-scale events planned this year in San Antonio. … Read more

‘They will be found’ | No arrests as Austin police investigate shooting at Lakeline Mall

Police closed the mall early on Thursday as they continued their investigation. CEDAR PARK, Texas — An investigation is underway following a shooting at Lakeline Mall. According to the Austin Police Department, officers were called to the mall regarding a “shoot/stab hotshot” on Thursday afternoon. Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said the incident started as … Read more