Texas lawmakers pass SB 22, marking significant investment in film and TV production

The legislation changes various maximum and minimum percentage levels of pay for Texas residents and of Texas-based productions. AUSTIN, Texas — On Monday, Texas lawmakers enhanced the power of Texas-based filmmaking by passing Senate Bill 22.  The bill represents the single-largest investment in Texas-based media production, according to the Texas Film Commission.  “[June 23] marks … Read more

Texas universities face scrutiny over tuition for undocumented students

Texas seeks data from public universities to ensure undocumented students pay out-of-state tuition. SAN ANTONIO — The fate of undocumented students is on shaky ground with the latest request from the state made to public universities. A Jun. 18 letter from the Texas Higher Education Board to Presidents of Institutions of Higher Education requests information … Read more

Group in stolen vehicle leads Bexar County law enforcement on chase through northwest SA, officials say

There was no property damage reported, and no one was injured during the pursuit. SAN ANTONIO — A group of individuals allegedly in a stolen vehicle led authorities on a chase through northwest San Antonio, according to county officials.  The chase ended around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the 19300 block of Talavera Ridge, near Interstate … Read more