Man charged with aggravated robbery after violent smoke shop incident in San Antonio, documents say

A suspected robber faces charges of aggravated robbery accused of stabbing a man during a violent encounter at a San Antonio smoke shop, police report. SAN ANTONIO — A robbery at gunpoint on San Antonio’s northwest-side turned violent Monday afternoon, ending in a stabbing and the arrest of a suspect, according to an arrest warrant. … Read more

Man shot by Selma police after disturbance call ‘escalates’, authorities say

No police officers were injured in the incident. SELMA, Texas — A man was shot by Selma police Wednesday after an hourslong standoff near a neighborhood school, authorities said.  Police were called to the 16800 block of Showdown Path in The Retreat at Retama Park Quadplex Subdivision around 9:30 a.m., for a reported disturbance involving … Read more

Man arrested after domestic dispute leads to hours-long standoff in south San Antonio, police say

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

Incident at Mission San Juan prompts heavy police presence in south-side San Antonio

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

Final beam set for new Alamo Visitor Center and Museum in milestone ceremony

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