‘Great victory’ | Contested case hearing granted in battle against permit that would allow wastewater to be dumped in Helotes Creek

A developer plans to release up to 4 million gallons of treated wastewater into Helotes Creek every day. Landowners and environmentalists are pushing back. HELOTES, Texas — Grey Forest landowners are celebrating their first victory against a developer seeking to dump millions of gallons of treated sewer into Helotes Creek every day. On Wednesday, the … Read more

Man accused of murdering inmate in Bexar County jail had allegedly assaulted others, affidavit says

SAN ANTONIO – A man accused of murdering another inmate at the Bexar County Jail had allegedly assaulted several other inmates, according to an arrest warrant affidavit. On Tuesday afternoon, Jose Barrera, a 62-year-old inmate, was found dead at the jail. Recommended Videos Anthony Chase McGruder, 28, is charged with murder in connection with his … Read more

City Council holds first discussion about a new downtown Missions baseball stadium. Here’s how much it would cost.

City leaders emphasizes taxpayers will not be footing the bill. SAN ANTONIO — City and county leaders have been working with Missions baseball ownership to bring a new ballpark to downtown San Antonio. On Wednesday afternoon, San Antonio City Council was presented with plans that would bring a stadium to northwest downtown, at Flores and … Read more

Smithson Valley Rangers aim for district title despite losing key starters from last season

The Smithson Valley Rangers football team is one of the best programs in the greater San Antonio area annually, and this year should be no different. According to Dave Campbell’s Texas Football, the Rangers, led by longtime head coach Larry Hill, are predicted to win District 13-5A-D1. The 8-team district is loaded with talented squads … Read more

Woman arrested, accused of attacking boyfriend with a screwdriver

The victim “suffered visible injuries from the assault,” according to an arrest warrant. SAN ANTONIO — A 28-year-old woman accused of attacking her boyfriend with a screwdriver is now facing an aggravated assault charge in connection with the incident. KENS 5 crews were on the scene Friday when 28-year-old Saralyn Garza was taken into custody … Read more

BCSO: Landscapers find body in wooded area behind far south-side distribution warehouse

Sheriff Javier Salazar said the man, believed to be in his 50s or 60s, appears to have been homeless. Investigators do not suspect foul play. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is investigating after a body was found behind a distribution warehouse on the city’s far south-side Wednesday afternoon. Sheriff Javier Salazar … Read more

53 migrants who died in smuggling disaster honored in mural titled ‘Sacrificios’

The mural was unveiled at Mission County Park, about seven miles away from Quintana Road, where the migrants were found in an abandoned semi-truck. SAN ANTONIO — Community members gathered at Mission County Park Wednesday morning for the dedication of a mural that honors 53 migrants who perished on San Antonio’s south side two years … Read more