‘It’s time’: Executive director of Pride Center San Antonio steps down after 13 years

SAN ANTONIO – For the local LGBTQ+ community, there is one main place where safety, acceptance, and inclusion are guaranteed. Pride Center San Antonio started from humble beginnings and is now a thriving organization. Executive Director Robert Salcido has been there through it all, leading the organization for 13 years. “We are impacting more lives … Read more

Former San Antonio firefighters union president arrested on stalking charge

SAN MARCOS, Texas – The former president of the San Antonio Professional Firefighters Association has been arrested on a felony stalking charge. According to Hays County Jail records, Christopher Steele, 57, was arrested Friday in San Marcos on an arrest warrant out of Bexar County. Further details about his arrest aren’t immediately available, partially because … Read more

‘I stand in faith that God will strengthen me’ | US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announces pancreatic cancer diagnosis

The U.S. Rep said as she undergoes treatments, she will be occasionally absent from Congress, but her office will continue to deliver “vital constituent services.” HOUSTON — U.S. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Houston, who represents the 18th Congressional district of Texas, announced Sunday night that she’s been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.  In a statement, … Read more

Homeowners calling for changes after brush fire burns too close to East Side neighborhood

SAN ANTONIO – A brush fire that broke out Sunday afternoon burned too close to home for people who live in the area. Firefighters from the City of San Antonio and Bexar County Emergency Services District #11 worked together to battle the blaze, which broke out in a heavily wooded area within both jurisdictions near … Read more

SAISD forced to move graduation ceremonies inside due to dangerous heat

Ceremonies for three graduations will now move to the Alamo Convocation Center. SAN ANTONIO — Three San Antonio ISD high schools this week will be moved indoors due to hot temperatures. Sam Houston, Brackenridge and Highlands High School will have their ceremonies at the Alamo Convocation Center. They were previously set to be held at … Read more