‘Deaf Santa Claus’ forced to cancel Christmas events after hospitalization; community rallies for his recovery

The New Braunfels man was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis over the summer. Charles Graves’ health condition deteriorated, leading to a lengthy hospital stay. SAN ANTONIO — Charles Graves has brought joy to thousands of families across the country. Known as “Deaf Santa Claus,” the New Braunfels man gives deaf children the opportunity to tell Santa … Read more

CLEAR Alert discontinued for previously missing Hill Country man

It was discontinued shortly after authorities issued it. Author: David Lynch (KENS 5) Published: 4:29 PM CST December 3, 2024 Updated: 8:37 PM CST December 3, 2024 Original News Source RELATED STORIESPoteet Strawberry Festival unveils star-studded music lineup for 79th annual springtime celebrationSAPD officer honored for rescue of wounded colleague during 2025 ambush of police … Read more

Mayor Nirenberg reflects on his vision for San Antonio, including Project Marvel ambitions

“This community deserves its highest aspirations and what we need to be able to do is achieve them together,” Nirenberg said on Tuesday. SAN ANTONIO — In a Tuesday conversation with the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Ron Nirenberg talked about his vision for the Alamo City as he nears the end of his … Read more

SAPD officer fatally shoots man who allegedly pointed gun at him, chief says; 20th shooting involving police this year

Asked why police wanted to stop the man, Chief McManus said he was “a pedestrian in the roadway.” SAN ANTONIO — An unidentified man is dead after San Antonio police officials say he pointed a gun and may have fired in the direction of an officer, who responded by firing at least one fatal shot … Read more

SA Mayor Ron Nirenberg reflects on his vision for the city including ‘Project Marvel’ plans

“This community deserves its highest aspirations and what we need to be able to do is achieve them together,” Mayor Nirenberg said. SAN ANTONIO — In a conversation with the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg talked about his vision for San Antonio Tuesday.  “This community deserves its highest aspirations and … Read more

Some former Enron employees angry with possible publicity stunt

On Monday — the 23rd anniversary of the bankruptcy filing — a company representing itself as Enron announced in a news release it was relaunching. HOUSTON — An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in American corporate fraud and greed after it … Read more

US closes investigation into E. coli outbreak linked to onions in McDonald’s Quarter Pounders

The U.S. government has closed its investigation into the outbreak tied to slivered onions in Quarter Pounders. DENVER — The U.S. government said Tuesday it has closed its investigation into an E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers after determining there is no longer a safety risk. The outbreak, which began in late … Read more