Institute of Texan Cultures opens new downtown home after 19-month transition

After leaving its previous home of six decades, the collection showcasing Lone Star State history and tradition has some new digs. SAN ANTONIO — After nearly two years without a permanent home, UT San Antonio’s Institute of Texan Cultures (ITC) is opening a new chapter in downtown San Antonio. The institute will open its new transitional location … Read more

BCSO looking for missing 14-year-old last seen walking in direction of unknown vehicle

Addisyn Dietrich was last seen leaving her home located in the 11900 block of Auburn Brook without permission at about 12:30 a.m. SAN ANTONIO — BCSO needs help finding a 14-year-old girl reported missing by her grandfather. Addisyn Dietrich was last seen leaving her home located in the 11900 block of Auburn Brook without permission … Read more

China Grove city secretary accused of defrauding state assistance programs, court documents say

Investigators say 40-year-old Melinda Sue Sauceda collected Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid benefits for her children. CHINA GROVE, Texas — The city secretary of China Grove has been arrested and accused of defrauding state assistance programs, according to an arrest affidavit. Investigators say 40-year-old Melinda Sue Sauceda collected Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) … Read more

One caught, two still sought in Atascosa County sex offender search

While conducting routine address checks, it was discovered that three sex offenders had absconded from the addresses where they were reportedly living in. ATASCOSA COUNTY, Texas — Authorities in Atascosa County are still searching for two registered sex offenders who failed to comply with state registration requirements, according to the sheriff’s office. During routine address … Read more

2 planes come within 2,000 feet of each other, avoid ‘potential conflict’ at San Antonio International

Aviation staff said they were investigating the Tuesday incident along with federal officials. SAN ANTONIO — Officials with Southwest Airlines said a Dallas-bound flight was forced to halt takeoff protocols at San Antonio International Airport on Tuesday “due to a potential conflict with another aircraft.” Flight 4996 was in its “takeoff roll” – referring to … Read more