3.9-magnitude earthquake reported near Falls City, Texas just after midnight on Thursday

KARNES COUNTY, Texas – A 3.9-magnitude earthquake was reported near Falls City on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). USGS said the earthquake happened around 12:15 a.m. about three kilometers northeast of the city, which is located in Karnes County. Its depth was 3.7 kilometers. As of Thursday morning, information on damage … Read more

Woman is left in critical condition after being shot in her own apartment, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO — One woman is left with multiple gunshot wounds after being shot in her own apartment, according to San Antonio Police. The shooting occurred at a complex off Bandera Road and Bloomfield Drive on the west side Wednesday night. Officials say an 18-year-old was shot in her own apartment and at least three … Read more

So far in 2024, there have been 13 AMBER Alerts in Texas | What you need to know

So far in 2024, 13 AMBER Alerts have been issued for missing children across Texas, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. HOUSTON — Several high-profile AMBER Alerts have brought some attention to the number of notifications being sent out regarding missing children recently. So far in 2024, 13 AMBER Alerts have been issued for … Read more

Major cellular outage reported by AT&T customers early Thursday morning

SAN ANTONIO – Cellular service for many AT&T customers across the country was reportedly down early Thursday morning, according to the website Downdetector.com, a website that monitors the service of wireless companies. According to the website, the outage has already affected as many as 26,000 customers. The outage was first reported around 2:30 a.m. Recommended … Read more

LA ethics panel rejects proposed fine for ex-CBS exec Les Moonves over police probe interference

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles City Ethics Commission unanimously rejected a proposed settlement between the city and Les Moonves on Wednesday, saying a tougher penalty is warranted for the former CBS chief executive accused of interfering with a police investigation into sexual assault allegations against him. Moonves had agreed to pay an $11,250 fine … Read more

Broken headlight or brake light? One police department will give you a gift card instead of a ticket to repair it

It’s part of a nationwide program involving 60 police departments, each receiving $500 worth of gift cards to hand out to drivers to help them repair what’s broken. HONDO, Texas — If you get pulled over for a broken head light or tail light, you’ll probably get a warning or a ticket. However, starting Wednesday, … Read more

Policing with perspective | SAPD launches new program aimed at improving interactions with law enforcement

The ‘Community Immersion Program’ helps police cadets connect with people they will soon serve. SAN ANTONIO — Before they wear the badge, San Antonio police cadets are learning what it means to serve with perspective. Two years ago, the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) launched a first-of-its-kind pilot project. The Community Immersion Program (CIP) gives … Read more