Speaker Dustin Burrows asks Texas House to investigate Roblox in response to game simulating Uvalde shooting

Burrows added the charge to his list of interim priorities, instructing lawmakers to study ways to strengthen child protections on gaming platforms like Roblox. UVALDE, Texas — This article was previously published in the Texas Tribune. Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Monday targeted Roblox for alleged child endangerment, after learning the platform offered a … Read more

Man shot in leg after family disturbance in southwest San Antonio, police say

Investigators say suspects fled the scene in a vehicle after the overnight shooting. SAN ANTONIO — A man was hospitalized after a shooting tied to a family disturbance early Tuesday morning on San Antonio’s southwest side. According to the San Antonio Police Department, officers were called around 1:16 a.m. to the 5600 block of Ocean … Read more

Flooding leaves roads closed, rescues performed after heavy San Antonio storms

More than 30 street closures remained Tuesday after flash flooding and multiple high-water rescues. SAN ANTONIO — Monday’s downpour left behind flooded roads, canceled Fiesta events and a busy night for first responders across San Antonio. The city was under four separate flash flood warnings that lasted until 11 p.m., as heavy rain moved through … Read more

Heavy rain, localized flooding cancels Monday night’s Fiesta events. Will showers impact Tuesday festivities?

A prolonged flooding threat cancelled the Cavaliers River Parade and other Fiesta events Monday evening as heavy rain pounded San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — You might still need a poncho if you plan to celebrate San Antonio’s “party with a purpose” this week.  A Flash Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service for Bexar, … Read more

Bexar County judge who ordered that attorney be handcuffed in court resigns from the gavel

Bexar County judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez, facing charges of official oppression, has resigned amid a state probe, ending her judicial career in Texas. SAN ANTONIO — A Bexar County judge indicted after ordering that an attorney be handcuffed during a tense December 2024 court hearing is giving up the gavel amid a state investigation.  Rosie Speedlin … Read more

Heavy rain, localized flooding cancels Monday night’s Fiesta events. Will showers impact Tueasday festivities?

A prolonged flooding threat cancelled the Cavaliers River Parade and other Fiesta events Monday evening as heavy rain pounded San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — You might still need a poncho if you plan to celebrate San Antonio’s “party with a purpose” this week.  A Flash Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service for Bexar, … Read more

Waymo temporarily pauses San Antonio operations amid flooding, vehicle entering flooded waterway

“Safety is our highest priority at Waymo, both for people who choose to ride with us and those with whom we share the streets,” Waymo said. SAN ANTONIO — Waymo has temporarily paused their San Antonio operations as a result of flooding in the city Monday. Amid severe weather, the self-driving car company says an … Read more