SAN ANTONIO NEWS

Texas employees face fallout over social media posts on Charlie Kirk’s killing; lawyers explain legal limits of free speech and employment

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A Comal County first responder has been fired, and a Jourdanton ISD teacher is under investigation, after Charlie Kirk social media post. SAN ANTONIO — A growing number of public employees across Texas are facing disciplinary action — including terminations and investigations — following social media posts related to the recent killing of Charlie Kirk. … Read more

KENS CARES: Road to Recovery program helps cancer patients get transportation to receive their treatments

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The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program provides free rides for people with cancer to get to their medical appointments and treatment. Lack of transportation can be one of the greatest barriers to receiving timely treatment and quality cancer care. Millions of Americans delay or have difficulty getting needed medical care each year due … Read more

Man sentenced to nearly 40 years for killing co-worker during work trip to San Antonio

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Colin King received a 38-year sentence for murdering coworker Shane Bourret in 2019. SAN ANTONIO — A man was sentenced to nearly 40 years in prison Monday for the 2019 murder of his co-worker, according to a press release from the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office.  Judge Michael May sentenced Colin King to 38 years … Read more

Silver Alert discontinued for 67-year-old man with cognitive impairment

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San Antonio police search for a missing 67-year-old man, last seen Monday on West Elsmere Place. SAN ANTONIO — Authorities say a previously reported missing 67-year-old man was found safe and the Silver Alert was discontinued.  ______Original story below_____ The San Antonio Police Department is looking for a missing 67-year-old man, who was last seen … Read more

‘Trading one addiction for another’ | Recovery expert warns of kratom’s deadly products and rising addiction

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David Junkin, clinical director of Vida Recovery, said one of his clients was spending hundreds of dollars weekly to feed the addiction to Kratom products with 7-OH. SAN ANTONIO — Health experts are sounding the alarm on a powerful compound found in some Kratom products that they say is fueling addiction and even deadly overdoses. … Read more

San Antonio native wins Emmy after 25 years chasing acting dream

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Jeff Hiller wins Emmy for “Somebody Somewhere,” his first nomination and victory. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio high school graduate grew up and became an Emmy Award winner! Congratulations to Jeff Hiller! Hiller graduated from Churchill High School in 1994 and took home the Emmy Sunday night for his role as Joel in HBO’s … Read more