Texas summer camp owners prepare for more mental health issues among youth after July floods

One of the primary challenges in addressing the mental health needs of campers, staff and their families is that they are spread out across the state. Texas officials are requiring youth camps to have weather alert systems, mandated emergency preparedness plans, and various communication methods to help children and their families feel safe when they … Read more

Acclaimed journalist to bring new true crime tales to San Antonio’s free author event

Skip Hollandsworth delves into true crime’s dark allure at a San Antonio event, revealing stories of notorious female criminals. SAN ANTONIO — Award-winning journalist and “Texas Monthly” executive editor Skip Hollandsworth is coming to San Antonio next week for a free author event hosted by the San Antonio Book Festival in partnership with Texas Public … Read more

Texas A&M on the verge of historic season with undefeated record and SEC title hopes

GIG ‘EM👍 No. 3 Texas A&M is on the verge of reaching heights the Aggies often tease but usually squander. They are undefeated. COLLEGE STATION, Texas(AP) — No. 3 Texas A&M is on the verge of reaching heights the Aggies often tease but usually squander. They are undefeated. They could reach the Southeastern Conference title … Read more

Safety at your fingertips: Bexar County Sheriff’s Office launches new public safety app

The free “Bexar County Sheriff’s Office” app includes several resources aimed at supporting families with loved ones in custody. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has launched a new mobile app designed to give residents instant access to public-safety tools – from searching the jail roster to viewing an interactive map of registered … Read more

2 SAPD probationary officers have been fired. Here’s why.

The San Antonio Police Department has dismissed two probationary officers following unrelated incidents, with one facing charges. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department has fired two probationary officers after unrelated incidents a few weeks ago, though only one officer now faces criminal charges. Giselle Lopez Chavez was accused of public intoxication after a … Read more