19-year-old UTSA freshman, Raul Garcia, played Jesus Christ. A former wrestler is in his third year directing the procession while also playing one of the soldiers. SAN ANTONIO — It’s a Good Friday tradition that attracts the faithful and the curious to downtown San Antonio. Thousands line the streets to get a glimpse back in … Read more
VANDERPOOL, Texas – Even with a limited crew, Rhonda Garofano said the Utopia Volunteer EMS is ready to handle emergencies throughout the eclipse weekend. “It’s overwhelming for a rural EMS,” said Garofano, the EMS director. “We’re going to do what we have to do when it happens, and we’ll handle it. We’ll handle the situation when it … Read more
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A new demographic study presented to the East Central ISD school board this week shows the district population growth is expected to continue. District spokesperson Brandon Oliver said it is expecting the student population to double in the next 10 years. Recommended Videos “Currently, we’re like I said, 11,000 students,” Oliver … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – As it begins negotiating a new contract with the City of San Antonio, the San Antonio Professional Firefighters Association has a burning desire to deliver a big payday to its members. But exactly how big still isn’t clear. With the current contract expiring at the end of the year, the union and … Read more
The suspect was reportedly seen getting out of a vehicle with a mask covering his face while being armed with a rifle. SAN ANTONIO — A man was shot and killed by a masked suspect while working a vehicle on the northeast side, according to police. The shooting took place on the 100 block of … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – The nonprofit Saving a Hero’s Place honors fallen first responders and is in town to do just that for the San Antonio Police Department. Instead, SAPD is now helping the organization because its work truck with supplies was broken into. “It’s anger and then just heartbroken because, you know, now this is … Read more
To combat the health impacts of the loss of tree canopy in San Antonio, the all-volunteer organization is hoping education and action will help. SAN ANTONIO — Studies quoted by local non-profit Bexar Branches Alliance point to local population growth that has nearly doubled over the course of twenty years, along with a loss of … Read more