The Senate and House failed to come out of closed-door negotiations with a compromise in time, missing a key legislative deadline this weekend. AUSTIN, Texas — A legislative effort to scrap the STAAR test to respond to concerns that the test puts unnecessary pressure on students died in the last days of the legislative session. … Read more
Many neighbors said Jonathan Joss and neighbor Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez traded threats for years. On Sunday night, Alvarez was accused of fatally shooting Joss. SAN ANTONIO — The popular voice actor Jonathan Joss, a San Antonio native who performed on “King of the Hill” and other shows, was shot to death Sunday near the site … Read more
Texas Cyber Command will be headquartered at the University of Texas at San Antonio, which is expected to be fully operational by 2027. SAN ANTONIO — Texas is ramping up its fight against worldwide cyberthreats with a new initiative based in San Antonio, which was made official after Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 150 … Read more
The San Antonio Food Bank aims to raise 20 million meals to aid children during summer. SAN ANTONIO — As summer break begins, thousands of San Antonio children are losing access to the school meals they depend on. The San Antonio Food Bank is stepping up to fill the gap and one local grandmother says … Read more
No injuries were reported. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Fire crews responded to a building fire in the downtown area Monday afternoon, officials say. Firefighters were called to the 400 block of W Laurel Street around 4:30 p.m. for a reported structure fire. Officials said fire crews had received reports of people being stuck … Read more
Godfather’s Pizza plans to open its first San Antonio location this month, led by local veteran Levi Rodgers. SAN ANTONIO — Godfather’s Pizza is planning a return to San Antonio with opening a new location this month. The iconic pizza brand is nostalgic for many here in South Texas and the company hopes the new … Read more
Houston police said the man was apologetic for his actions. They said he was intoxicated when he lashed out on social media. HOUSTON — Houston police said they have identified the person who made threats against Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his family after a rough outing last month. It happened Saturday, May 10, … Read more