Dallas-Fort Worth ranked 1st in nation for closed home sales in March, housing report says

The DFW metroplex topped the U.S. for closed home sales in March, beating out Chicago, New York and Houston, according to a national housing report. DALLAS — The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex ranked No. 1 in the nation for closed home sales in March, according to a recent RE/MAX National Housing Report.  DFW edged out other … Read more

21-year-old in critical condition after crashing motorcycle in San Antonio, according to police

Police say the motorcyclist was driving at a high rate of speed. He allegedly lost control on a curve and crashed into a guard rail. SAN ANTONIO — A 21-year-old man is fighting life-threatening injuries after crashing his motorcycle Friday night, according to officials. Just before 7:30 p.m., the man was riding his motorcycle northbound … Read more

SAFD: Fire breaks out at northwest-side Willie’s Bar and Grill; no injuries reported

Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire in the restaurant’s kitchen. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio firefighters were called to a northwest-side restaurant early Saturday morning for a fire, according to officials. At about 1:12 a.m., crews were called to the Willie’s Bar and Grill located at 4051 N Loop 1604 W for a … Read more

No injuries reported in early morning fire at northwest-side Willie’s Bar and Grill

Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire in the restaurant’s kitchen. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio firefighters were called to a northwest-side restaurant early Saturday morning for a fire, according to officials. At about 1:12 a.m., crews were called to the Willie’s Bar and Grill located at 4051 N Loop 1604 W for a … Read more

‘I did me’ | Juanito Castillo has a clear vision of his musical passion

As successful as he’s been, Juanito has never even seen any of his fans. He’s been blind since birth. SAN ANTONIO — He’s an accomplished accordionist, and has mastered multiple musical instruments, playing professionally before he was 10 years old. Some see Juanito Castillo as a prodigy, others a virtuoso. But he sees himself as … Read more

‘She would be so proud’ | Fiesta medal created to honor former East Central teacher’s legacy

The proceeds from the medal are going towards scholarships for East Central students pursuing careers in the health profession. SAN ANTONIO — Fiesta is known as being the party with a purpose, and fiesta medals are a tradition. This year, a medal was created with the purpose of honoring the memory and legacy of former … Read more