19-year-old man fatally shot on northeast side of town early Wednesday

San Antonio police say a 19-year-old was found dead inside an apartment after reports of gunfire the night before and a shooting call Wednesday morning. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened on the northeast side of town early Wednesday. According to the San Antonio Police Department, officers were … Read more

Tiny but dangerous: ‘Blue dragons’ washing up on Texas beaches, Harte Institute warns

Rare blue dragon sea slugs are washing up on Texas beaches. Researchers warn the tiny creatures may be beautiful, but they can deliver a powerful sting. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A rare and striking ocean creature nicknamed the “blue dragon” is washing up on parts of the Texas coast, and researchers say beachgoers should admire … Read more

Bexar County foster system reaches milestone with no children without placement

Nearly 3,000 Texas foster youth have safe home environments. SAN ANTONIO — There is encouraging news for foster children across Bexar County and surrounding communities. Officials say there are currently no foster children in Texas Region 8 living in temporary placements such as hotels or office spaces after being removed from homes due to abuse … Read more

Neighborhood Eats: At Cheesy Jane’s, ‘cheese is a big deal’

Cheese-smothered burgers and some of San Antonio’s best shakes can be found off Broadway Avenue. SAN ANTONIO — You heard it here first: Everything about Cheesy Jane’s is CHEESY.  “Cheese is a big deal, of course,” said Owner Tirso Sigg.  Located on Broadway Avenue just down from where Broadway and Hildebrand meet, Cheesy Jane’s is … Read more

Young man fatally shot on northeast side of town early Wednesday

San Antonio police are investigating after a young man was found shot and killed early Wednesday morning on the northeast side of town. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Wednesday morning on the northeast side of San Antonio. Officers with the San Antonio Police Department were called … Read more

‘Slowly killing us on the inside’: A family of 6 at Dilley ICE detention center begs for freedom

The family, including the mother and her five children, detail what they describe as neglectful medical care, inedible food and a disregard for their religion. DILLEY, Texas — This article was originally published in the Texas Tribune. Click here for the full text of the letters.  “We have been here for nine months. I really … Read more