Demolition crew finishes off a fire that damaged dangerous structure in San Antonio neighborhood

It took seven minutes, following years of neighbor complaints and frequent police calls. SAN ANTONIO — It took a city demolition crew from the Public Works Department just seven minutes to bring a fire-ravaged 73-year-old east San Antonio home to the ground Tuesday morning. The wrecking crew moved in after firefighters made quick work of … Read more

BCSO: 22 people detained at illegal gambling operation in south San Antonio

Eighteen of the suspects are alleged patrons; the others are employees expected to face more serious charges. SAN ANTONIO — An investigation led by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the takedown of an illegal gambling operation Tuesday afternoon at a business in a busy south-San Antonio strip center, according to authorities.  Sheriff Javier … Read more

‘Love Story:’ Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce say yes — now it’s your turn (with a pet)

SAN ANTONIO — Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has seemed to fill global superstar Taylor Swift’s blank space as they announced their engagement Tuesday. And while the power duo has seemingly found their endgames, the City of San Antonio Animal Care Services wants you to find your own endgame — by finding a new … Read more

Texas universities could see fewer international students amid immigration crackdown, reports say

An enrollment drop could cost the Texas economy hundreds of millions of dollars, the reports say. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published by the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. Texas colleges could see one of the steepest drops in international student enrollment in the country this fall. The decline, which comes … Read more

BCSO: Man admits to shooting, critically injuring girlfriend during dispute on southeast side

Officials said said 67-year-old Eddy Lee Dacy admitted to firing the shot that struck his girlfriend, claiming it discharged during a struggle. SAN ANTONIO — A man was booked into the Bexar County Jail on charges related to the alleged shooting of his girlfriend on Monday morning, officials said. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said … Read more