San Antonio man sentenced to 55 years for fatal 2023 shooting on east side

Ruben Ramirez was sentenced to 55 years in prison for murdering San Juan Melchor in San Antonio after prosecutors rejected his self-defense claim during trial. SAN ANTONIO — On Tuesday, a Bexar County jury sentenced Ruben Ramirez to 55 years in prison for the murder of San Juan Melchor. Prosecutors said the fatal shooting occurred … Read more

Student used gun brought from home in Hill Country College Preparatory shooting, sheriff says

Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said Tuesday that investigators have confirmed the student used a .357 revolver in the shooting. COMAL COUNTY, Texas — Authorities have released new details in the investigation of a shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School, saying a 15-year-old student used a revolver he brought from home to shoot … Read more

San Antonio Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox, Harrison Barnes named finalists for NBA awards

The NBA has announced that Fox is up for the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Award, while Barnes is a finalist for the Sportsmanship Award. SAN ANTONIO — De’Aaron Fox and Harrison Barnes are representing the Silver & Black as finalists for two of the NBA’s yearly awards! On Tuesday, the association started rolling out … Read more

‘They’re going to be healthier and avoid sickness’ | Texas SNAP recipients face new limits on sugary foods and drinks

Starting April 1, Texans using SNAP benefits will face new restrictions, barring purchases of sugary foods and drinks. WACO, Texas — Starting April 1, Texans who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will no longer be able to use those benefits to buy many sugary foods and drinks. Senate Bill 379, signed into law … Read more