Texas lawmakers want to ‘break up’ with blackouts, propose connecting ERCOT power grid with rest of the country

U.S. Representative Greg Casas of Austin and San Antonio is leading the way in this effort, co-sponsoring the “Connect the Grid Act”. SAN ANTONIO — Democratic Texas lawmakers are looking to “break up” with blackouts. On Wednesday, the group announced a new bill that would require the state’s grid operator to connect to the federal … Read more

‘We are asking for help’ | Fed up renters take their frustrations to San Antonio City Council

Residents begged city leaders to crack down on ‘bad landlords’ during a public comment session on Wednesday. SAN ANTONIO — It’s a day for love. However, fed up renters spent Valentine’s Day bringing attention to another basic need, shelter. Their Valentine’s Day gift for San Antonio City Council members included roses and photos of rats.  … Read more

Here’s why cities may be forced to hire migrants, without federal help, says senator

Without federal action to pass work authorization for migrants, thousands of newcomers who’ve arrived in Colorado aren’t allowed to work. COLORADO, USA — A last-ditch effort for Denver to help migrants might be hiring them to work for the city – as the Biden administration has warned state governments against hiring people without federal work … Read more

Vacant homes causing a nuisance in your neighborhood? A program just expanded to help fix that.

The goal of the program is to address the root cause of vacancy. In doing so, it can help improve public safety and encourage economic development. SAN ANTONIO — The City of San Antonio is cracking down on vacant buildings causing trouble in neighborhoods. Thursday evening, a fire destroyed an empty house in the 200 … Read more

‘That is my daughter’s snake’ | Owner of MP Repairs asking for thief to return snake back to his shop

Puente said his 2-year-old daughter loves the snake. He just wants it back. SAN ANTONIO — A priceless possession was taken from a San Antonio business.  Owner of MP Repairs and Installations, Mario Puente, said a snake was stolen from his shop off Hillcrest and Babcock. Puente said his 2-year-old daughter loves the snake. He … Read more

Teen who challenged police to arrest him while committing crimes appeared before judge

Emotionally, the teen’s mother said though she loves her son, she believes he should remain in custody for now. SAN ANTONIO — With his wrists and ankles in chains, a teen accused of cutting off his court ordered GPS monitor and going on a crime spree appeared before a juvenile judge Wednesday morning. The 15-year-old … Read more

SAPD isn’t releasing officer bodycam video from a January traffic stop-turned-shooting. Here’s why.

The teen who police say shot an officer during an early-morning traffic stop later died of what authorities called a self-inflicted gunshot wound. SAN ANTONIO — It is San Antonio Police Department policy – and has been for over a year – that body camera footage worn by officers during certain “critical incidents” is to … Read more