City councilwoman wants to help inmates in Bexar County Jail with mental health issues

Castillo says she wants to divert people with mental health needs away from jail, and toward treatment, recovery, and stability. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio City Councilwoman wants to help inmates in the Bexar County Jail with mental health issues. Councilwoman Teri Castillo wants to create a committee with the county for a diversion … Read more

‘George knew him’: Six years later, San Antonio mother hears a familiar name in her son’s murder arrest

San Antonio police arrested Jeremiah Williams for the 2019 murder of 18-year-old boxer George Ramos, giving his family hope for justice after six years. SAN ANTONIO — After six years of heartbreak, justice is inching closer for the family of San Antonio boxer George Ramos. Police arrested 25-year-old Jeremiah Williams, accused of killing 18-year-old Ramos … Read more

‘Plan ahead’: Massive crowds expected this weekend as San Antonio prepares for Paul McCartney concert and Dia de los Muertos festivities

VIA is offering free rides across its entire system on Saturday only. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio is preparing for a busy weekend with Paul McCartney’s return to the Alamodome and Dia de los Muertos festivities slated to welcome more than 100,000 people.  “Our priority and our focus for this weekend is for everybody to … Read more

Day 9 of testimony wraps up in trial of former SAPD officers accused in 2023 death of Melissa Perez

Three former SAPD officers stand trial for the shooting death of Melissa Perez during a 2023 mental health call. SAN ANTONIO — Testimony continues Wednesday in the trial of three former SAPD officers accused of shooting and killed 46-year-old Melissa Perez during a 2023 mental health call.  Jurors on Tuesday saw graphic photos and physical … Read more