Corpus Christi Fire Department plans annual cancer screenings for firefighters after CDC reveals increased risk

Firefighters have a 9% higher risk of getting cancer and 14% higher risk of dying from it compared to the general U.S. population according to health officials. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Fire Department is taking steps to protect firefighters from cancer — the leading cause of death for them. A resolution will … Read more

‘He was about to start his life’ | Family grieves 18-year-old killed in shooting near Texas Southern University

Authorities arrested Abraham Jackson in connection to the fatal shooting of Gregory Warren, linking it to a planned cannabis deal, with bond set at $250,000. HOUSTON — An arrest has been made in connection with a fatal shooting near Texas Southern University. It happened on April 9 on Rosewood Street and Ennis Street. Gregory Warren, … Read more

Election results: Gina Ortiz Jones wins race for San Antonio mayor

Jones bested her runoff competitor, Rolando Pablos, and will lead the Alamo City for the next four years. SAN ANTONIO — Gina Ortiz Jones declared victory and her opponent, Rolando Pablos, congratulated her on the win as a prolonged San Antonio mayoral race reached the finish line on Saturday night.  Shortly after, San Antonio’s remaining … Read more

‘Lets show the world that 78207 can accomplish greatness’ | From the jungles of Thailand to Valedictorian at Lanier, Pu Reh leaves mark on SAISD

Pu Reh was born in a refugee camp in Thailand, in the midst of a civil war. When Reh was just three years old, his parents moved to San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — The story of Pu Reh, a refugee from Thailand, is not only inspirations, but a tribute to what one can accomplish with … Read more