‘You will be checked for weapons’: San Antonio police chief promises more Market Square security for Fiesta next year

For the second straight year, gunfire rang out at the Fiesta de los Reyes event at Market Square downtown. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio’s top law enforcement officer is promising security checks for those visiting Market Square during Fiesta next year after weekend gunfire that officials say left two dead and four others hurt.  “You … Read more

Two dead after helicopter crashes in Spring Branch neighborhood, officials say

The Federal Aviation Administration and the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating the crash. SAN ANTONIO — A helicopter crashed in a neighborhood in Spring Branch Monday afternoon, officials say.  Officials say the small aircraft crashed in the 600 block of Lantana Ridge.  According to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office, two people were pronounced … Read more

Suspect shot after crashing into another vehicle while being chased by Texas DPS trooper

It happened Monday afternoon on FM 78 at Loop 1604, east of Bexar County. CONVERSE, Texas — A man was shot after crashing into another vehicle while being pursued by Department of Public Safety officers on Monday afternoon, officials say. DPS officials say troopers attempted a traffic stop on a black Dodge Caravan off of … Read more