‘You gotta be pretty low:’ Air Force veteran suspects flowers stolen from wife’s grave

It’s been almost two years since David Lynch’s wife, Elizabeth, passed away. He visits her most Sundays at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. SAN ANTONIO — Air Force veteran David Lynch finds comfort in visiting his wife’s resting place ever since her passing almost two years ago. But during his latest visit, Lynch became upset … Read more

‘The fear. The scream. It’s all piercing:’ Lyft passengers recount crash that killed San Antonio sign spinner

Faith Stevens and her husband, Fabrice Bere, were riding in the Lyft when the incident unfolded. SAN ANTONIO — Two passengers who were inside a Lyft vehicle that struck and killed a woman working as a sign spinner say the emotional trauma of the incident will remain with them for the rest of their lives. … Read more

Prosecutors present social media messages, jewelry evidence on Day 6 of Christopher Preciado capital murder trial

Defense attorneys challenged a lack of eyewitnesses, DNA and direct proof as testimony continues in killings of Savanah Soto, Matthew Guerra and their unborn child. SAN ANTONIO — The capital murder trial of Christopher Preciado entered a new phase Tuesday as the defense began presenting its case after six days of evidence from prosecutors. Throughout … Read more

TEA orders schools to eliminate Cesar Chavez lessons, sparking mixed reactions in Central Texas Latino community

The Texas Education Agency said schools that choose not to teach about Cesar Chavez will not be considered out of compliance with state curriculum standards. WACO, Texas — The Texas Education Agency is ordering schools across the state to eliminate or modify any lessons that mention Cesar Chavez, following allegations of sexual abuse. The move … Read more

Valero says process fluid release sparked Port Arthur refinery fire as state report details emissions event

A state report reveals Valero’s refinery explosion in Port Arthur led to significant emissions, prompting a 12-hour shelter-in-place order for nearby neighborhoods. PORT ARTHUR, Texas — A state report filed Tuesday evening gives the clearest explanation yet for the explosion and fire people across Port Arthur experienced Monday night. In an initial emissions event report … Read more