‘He wanted to save lives’ | Tragic death of John Jay student leads to road safety improvements months later

Jose Flores III, described by his family as compassionate and driven, was hit Sept. 16 while using a crosswalk on Marbach Road during an off-campus lunch period. SAN ANTONIO — The death of a 16-year-old student struck by a truck while crossing a busy roadway outside John Jay High School is prompting new traffic safety … Read more

LIST: Friday the 13th deals at tattoo shops across San Antonio

In San Antonio, Friday the 13th transforms into a tattoo enthusiast’s dream with citywide shops offering flash deals and discounts. SAN ANTONIO — Friday the 13th is considered unlucky by some, but for tattoo enthusiasts across San Antonio, it’s a day for deep discounts and flash deals. Tattoo shops throughout the city are offering special … Read more

San Antonio City Council challenges federal ICE facility, immigration issues amid growing local pushback

The vote comes one day after Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones urged Texas congressional leaders not to fund the planned ICE detention center on the east side. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio City Council passed a resolution on Thursday, directing city staff to evaluate more than 20 potential actions that challenge the federal government when … Read more