Texas man indicted for manslaughter, evidence tampering in decades-old ‘Killing Fields’ cases

A grand jury indicted James Dolphs Elmore Jr. in connection to two murders tied to the “Texas Killing Fields,” according to the Galveston County DA’s Office. TEXAS, USA — A Texas grand jury indicted a man in connection to two murders tied to the area known as the “Texas Killing Fields,” officials announced Tuesday.  James Dolphs … Read more

Robert Rodriguez sets Aztec Theater return for 30th anniversary screening of ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’

The 1996 action-horror marked the first major collaboration between Rodriguez, who hails from San Antonio, and Quentin Tarantino. Here’s when tickets go on sale. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio’s Robert Rodriguez, the writer-director that found success with movies like “Spy Kids,” “Sin City” and “El Mariachi,” is set to return to the Aztec Theater this … Read more

Hill Country College Preparatory High School to remain closed for remainder of week following shooting

“Yesterday was one of the hardest days our district has faced,” Superintendent Dr. John E. Campbell said. BULVERDE, Texas — Hill Country College Preparatory High School will remain closed for the remainder of the week after the shooting at the school Monday morning, Comal ISD said in a new statement. Authorities say a 15-year-old male … Read more

San Antonio man sentenced to 55 years for fatal 2023 shooting on east side

Ruben Ramirez was sentenced to 55 years in prison for murdering San Juan Melchor in San Antonio after prosecutors rejected his self-defense claim during trial. SAN ANTONIO — On Tuesday, a Bexar County jury sentenced Ruben Ramirez to 55 years in prison for the murder of San Juan Melchor. Prosecutors said the fatal shooting occurred … Read more

Student used gun brought from home in Hill Country College Preparatory shooting, sheriff says

Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said Tuesday that investigators have confirmed the student used a .357 revolver in the shooting. COMAL COUNTY, Texas — Authorities have released new details in the investigation of a shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School, saying a 15-year-old student used a revolver he brought from home to shoot … Read more

San Antonio Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox, Harrison Barnes named finalists for NBA awards

The NBA has announced that Fox is up for the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Award, while Barnes is a finalist for the Sportsmanship Award. SAN ANTONIO — De’Aaron Fox and Harrison Barnes are representing the Silver & Black as finalists for two of the NBA’s yearly awards! On Tuesday, the association started rolling out … Read more

‘They’re going to be healthier and avoid sickness’ | Texas SNAP recipients face new limits on sugary foods and drinks

Starting April 1, Texans using SNAP benefits will face new restrictions, barring purchases of sugary foods and drinks. WACO, Texas — Starting April 1, Texans who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will no longer be able to use those benefits to buy many sugary foods and drinks. Senate Bill 379, signed into law … Read more