Police said an alleged assault overnight led to an hours-long standoff with officers near Mission San Juan that came to an end just before noon Wednesday. SAN ANTONIO — A man was taken into custody after an hours-long standoff near Mission San Juan on the city’s south side, according to the San Antonio Police Department. … Read more
Initial radio traffic indicated a possible barricaded subject situation. Authorities have not confirmed those details. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating an active scene on the city’s south side that appeared to involve a barricaded subject, with one person possibly taken into custody. The situation unfolded before noon Wednesday in the 9100 block … Read more
Leaders will gather March 25 to celebrate a major construction milestone for the future Alamo Visitor Center and Museum. SAN ANTONIO — A major milestone is coming for one of San Antonio’s most historic projects. Leaders and community members will gather at The Alamo on Wednesday, March 25 for a topping out ceremony marking progress … Read more
A San Antonio Park Police officer was arrested on a family violence charge involving impeding breathing or circulation, officials say. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio Park Police officer has been arrested on a family violence charge and placed on administrative duty, officials said. According to the San Antonio Park Police Department, Officer Juan Esqueda … Read more
San Antonio authorities said a child around 12 years old was in the vehicle believed to have been racing. Police believe his uncle was behind the wheel. SAN ANTONIO — A 12-year-old child was killed and two others were injured in a major accident on the near-northwest side that possibly involved street racing, SAPD says. … Read more
District officials encouraged students, faculty and staff to use the time to support local communities through service activities. SAN ANTONIO — The Alamo Colleges District announced it will shift the focus of its planned March 31 closure following recent allegations involving labor leader Cesar Chavez. In a statement posted to social media, the Alamo Colleges … Read more
Starting April 1, Texans will no longer be allowed to use food stamps to buy sweetened beverages and candy. New food stamp restrictions prohibiting benefits to be used to purchase sweetened beverages and candy will affect millions of Texans starting April 1. Senate Bill 379, one of three bills under Texas’ “Make America Healthy Again” … Read more