Houston fires 12 cadet trainees after investigation reveals racist and hateful behavior. HOUSTON — A dozen firefighter cadets in Houston have been dismissed from the training program, according to Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz. Munoz said the dismissals were related to “racist and hateful behavior.” A source within HFD said the 12 cadets involved were in … Read more
The gourmet hot dog food truck-turned-restaurant in the Heights announced it was closing this week and customers responded with sellout crowds. HOUSTON — A beloved restaurant in the Heights is shutting down for food this weekend. Good Dog Houston posted on Facebook that it is closing after 15 years, having operated a food truck and … Read more
“I know that I can’t get my son back, and that’s the hardest thing that I have to accept,” said Alejandra Cuevas, Simon’s mother. SAN ANTONIO — Saturday evening Simon’s family came together, along with friends and members of the community, at the spot where he was gunned down. “It just breaks my heart to … Read more
Authorities have confirmed one is dead following a south-side crash involving a motorcycle. SAN ANTONIO — Public Information Officer Joe Arrington said a motorcyclist is dead after a crash on the south side. Around 5:30 p.m., officials responded the intersection of Southeast Military Drive and South Presa Street after receiving reports of a crash involving … Read more
The Archbishop of San Antonio leads a Novena to honor Pope Francis every evening for nine days. SAN ANTONIO — As the entire world mourns Pope Francis, the Archbishop of San Antonio has been holding a Novena since Monday. Every evening for nine days, parishioners have filled the pews to reflect and pray. “The way … Read more
No major injuries were reported and no criminal charges are expected to be filed. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio officials responded to a major crash involving a motorcycle Friday night. The crash happened at about 9:44 p.m. in the 12200 block of Nacogdoches. Police say a Suburban driven by a 50-year-old woman was exiting a … Read more
Lyndell “Lynn” Price, 42, was indicted on charges related to the June 2020 fire and explosion. HOUSTON — A former co-owner of the Turkey Leg Hut in Third Ward has been indicted on federal charges of conspiracy to commit arson of a commercial building and conspiracy to use an interstate facility to commit arson of a … Read more