Austin-tonio? What it would take for San Antonio and Austin to become the next big Texas metroplex

City planners say it is not likely, but isn’t out of the realm of possibility. SAN ANTONIO — You’ve heard of Dallas-Fort Worth. Miami-Fort Lauderdale, Minneapolis-St. Paul, but what about San Antonio-Austin?  People are flocking to San Antonio from other cities, states, and even countries. So many in fact, long-term developers say there is a … Read more

New flights at San Antonio International Airport could lead to more destinations, lower fares

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio International Airport constantly has travelers flowing through the gates, and its director hopes it gets even busier. “If we continue on the trend that we’re in, we’re just a couple of million away from being a large-sized airport in the United States,” Director of Airports Jesus Saenz said. “And … Read more

Three men accused of stealing at least 15 vehicles, authorities say

Police say the suspects targeted hotels near the Rim and the SeaWorld parking lot. According to investigators, they stole more than $440,000 worth of vehicles. SAN ANTONIO — Authorities have made a triple arrest following a string of vehicle thefts. Jesus Gonzales, 22, Adrian Flores, 19, and Andres Escobar, 22, are accused of stealing at … Read more

‘Tough decisions’ ahead for SAISD board as 2024-25 school budget approval looms

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Independent School District Board of Trustees is expected to vote on its 2024-2025 budget next month. School leaders said they’re faced with making “tough decisions.” In a statement, SAISD said decreasing enrollment and dwindling state funds are two of the reasons the district is having difficult conversations about its … Read more

Doctors release 3-year-old drive-by shooting victim Me’Chelle Kinney, who had to learn to walk again

“She lost a kidney,” said Dontee’ Kinney, the father of the 3-year-old victim. FORT WORTH, Texas — Me’Chelle Kinney, 3, of Fort Worth, is your typical toddler except she just learned to walk again.   On May 1, Me’Chelle was standing outside her apartment building with her family when someone opened fire on a crowd … Read more

Battle between City Council and local firefighter’s union continues over multi-million dollar contract

The union’s goal is to decrease the pay gap between firefighters and other first responders across San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — The city of San Antonio and the San Antonio Professional Firefighter’s Association (SAPFA) have been negotiating a multi-million dollar contract for nearly three months. The current contract expires in December.  “We’re having a recruiting … Read more