Local congressmen urge U.S. Defense Secretary to put new command in San Antonio

Three area Democratic congressmen are calling on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to establish the planned Western Hemisphere Command’s headquarters in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — A memorandum for a Western Hemisphere Command center has several several Texas congressmen up in arms. They sent a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth demanding Joint Base San Antonio … Read more

Healthy SA: Getting kids to open up about their mental health

Getting your child to talk about their emotions is key to battling anxiety and depression in youth. SAN ANTONIO — Every May is Mental Health Awareness Month. But mental health needs to be recognized year-round, especially when it comes to children. Anxiety problems, behavior disorders and depression are the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders in … Read more

Bexar County launching public campaign on gun violence and safety

“Bexar Responsibly,” spelled like the county, is just trying to cut down on all the gun violence we’ve seen lately and help educate people about gun safety. SAN ANTONIO — With all the shootings we’ve seen recently, Bexar County is launching a public campaign this week on gun violence and safety called “Bexar Responsibly.” “Bexar … Read more

Crystal City Housing Authority employee accused of misusing public funds

61-year-old Veronica Carranza Perales was arrested after an extensive investigation. CRYSTAL CITY, Texas — A Crystal City Housing Authority employee is facing charges, accused of misusing public funds. 61-year-old Veronica Carranza Perales was arrested after an extensive investigation. Deputies also executed a search warrant on Tuesday and found financial records at her home. The sheriff’s … Read more