‘It’s kind of a cushion for me’: New work requirements for SNAP raise red flags for those who rely on federal food assistance

Veterans and the homeless are no longer automatically exempt from the SNAP work requirements. SAN ANTONIO — New work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, are now taking effect and raising red flags among recipients and food assistance advocates who fear the changes could leave some families without reliable access to food. … Read more

Chocolate, chaos and creativity: Life at San Antonio’s Swiss Chocolate Shoppe | Everything 210

Matt’s creations can be found across San Antonio, from the Pullman Market and Hotel Emma to the Pearl, Sunset Ridge and Fredericksburg vineyards. SAN ANTONIO — The sweet aroma of sugar, caramel, and cocoa fills the 4,000-square-foot Swiss Chocolate Shoppe as Matthew Willis crafts his truffles. For most people, chocolate is a simple treat; for … Read more

Multi-vehicle crash near UTSA caused major traffic backups, officials say

It is unclear what caused the collision. SAN ANTONIO — A multi-vehicle crash along I-10 near the University of Texas at San Antonio caused major traffic backups Tuesday afternoon, according to the San Antonio Fire Department. Officials said at least one person was transported to the hospital. Information about the other drivers was not provided. … Read more

ICE closes sale on warehouse in east San Antonio, city council member says

While ICE officials didn’t directly address the transaction, the agency said it was “actively working to expand detention space” in the U.S. SAN ANTONIO — The federal government has purchased a 640,000-square-foot warehouse in east San Antonio for Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities, according to multiple individuals familiar with the matter. The purchase comes amid growing … Read more

Victor Wembanyama named Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month for second time

SAN ANTONIO — The NBA has named Victor Wembanyama the Kia Western Defensive Player of the Month for the games played in January. Wembanyama ranked second in blocks (2.2 per game) and defensive rebounds (8.2 per game) all while also leading the Spurs to the second best defensive rating (108.1) for the month of January. … Read more

Man charged with kidnapping after missing Kerrville woman in CLEAR Alert found safe, police say

Investigators said 35-year-old Anthony Harwell forced the woman into his vehicle and drove off, prompting authorities to issue a CLEAR Alert for the missing woman. KERRVILLE, Texas — A man is facing kidnapping charges after a woman at the center of a previous CLEAR Alert was found Tuesday, according to the Kerrville Police Department. KPD … Read more