‘It’s just soul crushing:’ Fentanyl deaths decline in Texas, but families and advocates say the fight isn’t over

“The tragedy that I had experienced, the depression and the anger that you feel, if you can make a difference, you need to make a difference,” one parent said. SAN ANTONIO — After recording the highest number of fentanyl-related deaths in 2023, Texas has seen a significant drop in fatalities — more than 40%, according … Read more

Texas mom becomes quadruple amputee — and a hero to her students

Despite undergoing more than a dozen surgeries, Krystina Pacheco returned to work as a school psychologist supporting students with disabilities. SAN ANTONIO — A Pleasanton woman who became a quadruple amputee after a life-threatening medical emergency has been honored with a national award for her resilience and dedication to her community. Krystina Pacheco was diagnosed … Read more

Inmate dies at hospital more than a week after arrest, BCSO says

Officials said 34-year-old inmate Victor Cadena was pronounced dead on Sunday morning. SAN ANTONIO — An inmate who was hospitalized following his arrest earlier this month has died, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said 34-year-old Victor Cadena was pronounced dead at 8:34 a.m. on Sunday at University Hospital. According to BCSO, Cadena … Read more

San Antonio man arrested after alleged gun threat during fight on northwest side

Investigators said the victim and the suspect knew each other because they had previously dated the same woman. SAN ANTONIO — A man was arrested Saturday evening after San Antonio police said he allegedly threatened another man with a gun during a fight on the city’s northwest side. According to SAPD, officers were called around … Read more