CBP seizes $272K in hidden cash at Laredo port of entry

Officers discovered unreported currency concealed inside a vehicle during an outbound inspection. LAREDO, Texas — Federal officers intercepted more than a quarter-million dollars in hidden cash during a routine inspection at the border. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the seizure happened April 21 at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge. Officials say a 46-year-old woman driving … Read more

LEE High School teacher accused of improper relationship with a student, district says

A teacher at LEE High School, Chris Wooten, faces charges of an improper relationship with a student. SAN ANTONIO — North East ISD confirmed a teacher at LEE High School has been arrested and accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student. Chris Wooten, 48, is listed as a social studies teacher at … Read more

Manhunt underway for armed suspect in Kerr County after assault on juvenile

Authorities warn the suspect is armed and dangerous as multiple agencies continue searching. Authorities across South Texas are searching for multiple dangerous suspects in separate incidents, urging the public to stay alert. In Kerr County, the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 44-year-old David Bryan Cox Jr. after an assault late Wednesday night. … Read more

5 dead after small plane crash Thursday night near Wimberley

A small Cessna 421C aircraft crashed sometime before 11:05 p.m. Thursday in Hays County. WIMBERLEY, Texas — Five people are reported dead after a small plane crashed late Thursday night near Wimberley, Texas.  According to Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra, a Cessna 421C aircraft with five people on board crashed sometime before 11:05 p.m. Thursday … Read more