Person detained as police detonate explosive device found in South Austin home

Police said they’ve been investigating the device since Tuesday afternoon before determining the safest way to detonate it. AUSTIN, Texas — A person has been detained after an explosive device was discovered at a home in South Austin. Police revealed the explosive device was actually discovered Tuesday afternoon at a home on Vintage Stave Road … Read more

Austin-Travis County EMS using fewer ambulances as department changes how paramedics respond to calls

The department is rolling out a pilot program that helps decide which calls do not require an ambulance staffed with two paramedics. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) is changing how the department sends paramedics to calls. The department is rolling out a pilot program that helps decide which calls do not require an … Read more

Family seeks answers after loved one’s remains found in poor conditions at Richardson Mortuary

Houston police investigate Richardson Mortuary after remains were found in deplorable conditions. HOUSTON — A sister is demanding answers after her brother’s remains were discovered in deplorable conditions at a now-closed Richardson Mortuary, adding to her family’s grief months after his passing. Demetris Sylvester learned about the situation through a video posted online, showing the … Read more

5 things to do: Spring into Easter weekend in San Antonio as the countdown to Fiesta continues

Here are all the festivities going down in the Alamo City this weekend to ignite your Fiesta spirit. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio is just a week away from kicking off it’s biggest party of the year. So dust off your flower crowns this Easter weekend and kickstart your Fiesta spirit ahead of all the … Read more

SAPD chief ‘optimistic’ police will find suspect in killing of teen near Brewer Academy

Authorities said a San Antonio teen was attacked by multiple “juveniles” before gunfire erupted on the west side Wednesday afternoon. SAN ANTONIO — As San Antonio authorities continue to look for a group of kids who ambushed a 14-year-old Wednesday afternoon – including whoever shot and killed him – SAPD Chief William McManus posted a … Read more

Former ER doctor pleads to online solicitation charge in San Antonio sting operation

The sentence includes ten years deferred adjudication, a fine and community service. SAN ANTONIO — A former emergency room physician walked out of a courtroom Wednesday after signing a plea deal in a case involving a charge of online solicitation of a minor for sex. 47-year-old Anthony Michael Martinez was arrested by San Antonio police … Read more