San Antonio City Council approves $30M land deal for federal building near planned Spurs arena

The building purchase near Hemisfair clears a major hurdle for the $1.3B downtown sports and entertainment district. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio City Council voted Thursday to approve the purchase of a federal office building and surrounding lots for $30 million, advancing plans for a new downtown sports and entertainment district anchored by a … Read more

New Taco Palenque spot opens at Frost Bank Center; David Jones Garcia shining with Austin Spurs

Spurs two-way player David Jones Garcia is a force for the Austin Spurs. SAN ANTONIO — The Frost Bank Center announced that a new Taco Palenque concessions stand will open on Thursday for the San Antonio Spurs home game against the Milwaukee Bucks.  And fans at the game will have a special treat. Taco Palenque … Read more

Runge educator indicted in student relationship case, surrenders to authorities

Andrea Rodriguez faces charges of evidence tampering and attempted improper relationship after a Karnes County grand jury review. SAN ANTONIO — A former Runge Independent School District employee accused of having an improper relationship with a student has been indicted by a Karnes County grand jury and turned herself in to authorities, officials said Thursday. … Read more

SAPD: ‘Hood Uber’ driver shot after passenger refused to pay for ride, search underway for suspect

San Antonio police are still looking for the suspect after the Wednesday night shooting near Woodlawn Lake Park. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are searching for the passenger who allegedly shot a rideshare driver on the city’s inner west side Wednesday night. SAPD said this was in an unregulated rideshare service called “Hood Uber,” … Read more

ICE arrest video outside SA Walmart draws attention to agreements between local police and federal law enforcement

A viral ICE arrest outside a San Antonio Walmart raised questions about enforcement. Nearby city leaders say misinformation is driving fear and call for clarity. SAN ANTONIO — A video shared by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and aired on Fox News is raising new questions about immigration enforcement around San Antonio and fueling confusion … Read more

Kendall County receives $1 million state grant for outdoor warning sirens

The grant stems from severe flooding that hit Kendall County the morning of July 4. KENDALL COUNTY, Texas — Kendall County officials are moving forward with plans to expand outdoor warning sirens after receiving a $1 million grant from the state. County commissioners voted 4-0 Tuesday to accept the grant from the Texas Water Development … Read more