“We understand the timing of this news so close to the start of the new school year is incredibly disruptive and disappointing,” the superintendent said. SAN ANTONIO — Bexar County Academy Charter School has announced its closure, leaving parents in a scramble before they head back to school. Superintendent Ron Young made the announcement Wednesday. … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — A 3-year-old boy is dead after police say he drowned in a northeast-side pool at a family get-together. First responders were called to the 14900 block of Nacogdoches for a drowning around 9:20 p.m. Wednesday night. During the get-together, the mother was cooking and asked one of the children where the other … Read more
Ahead of Thursday’s public memorial, Arthur Jiménez spoke in his first interview since his father’s death. SAN ANTONIO — Arthur Jiménez said his father fought to the very end. Flaco Jiménez, the renowned Tejano and Conjunto musician, passed away last Thursday at age 86, surrounded by family. “He knew it was time,” Arthur said. “He … Read more
The vigil was a visual tribute of keeping hope alive as family members continue to search for her. SAN ANTONIO — Wednesday marks one year since a 26-year-old mother disappeared without a trace. Loved ones held a tribute to remember Katelyn Vara. Family members were surrounded by red balloons, Kate’s favorite color. Her mother, Valerie … Read more
Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert calls for stormwater detention facilities in flood-prone areas of San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — Nearly two months after the devastating flood that killed 13 people in San Antonio, Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert said adding detention and retention facilities for storm water must be considered, especially in the Perrin-Beitel and … Read more
BCSO says 15-year-old Gilbert Vasquez was last seen on foot in the 5600 block of Lost Ln on Wednesday. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing teen last seen Wednesday on the city’s northwest side. Authorities say 15-year-old Gilbert Vasquez was last seen on foot in the 5600 block … Read more
The House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee heard testimony from a variety of stakeholders about emergency preparedness and the response to floods. AUSTIN, Texas — Even though there are not enough members for a quorum to vote on bills on the Texas House floor, House Republicans are pushing ahead on hearings and legislation related to … Read more