Fireworks stands across the area are beginning to open up

Before you light the sparklers, rockets, or mortars, there are some rules to remember.🎆 SAN ANTONIO — The 4th of July is fast-approaching and firework stands are starting to open up across our area, including the surrounding counties. Before you light the sparklers, rockets, and mortars, there are some rules to remember, most just common … Read more

SA homeowner’s surveillance video captures Bexar County deputy-involved shooting

A homeowner’s camera captured a chase ending with a deputy shooting a suspect in Bexar County on Saturday. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — A homeowner’s surveillance camera captured the the dramatic moments leading up to a Bexar County sheriff’s deputy shooting a man on Saturday night in south Bexar County. Sheriff Javier Salazar said the suspect, … Read more

Central Texans react after Texas passes law banning cell phones in schools

House Bill 1481 says Texas schools must enforce a new law banning student cellphone use during school hours. TEXAS, USA — Texas school districts will soon be required to crack down on student cellphone use, following a new law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday. House Bill 1481 mandates that all public and open-enrollment … Read more

City of San Antonio shares timeline of Beitel Creek maintenance prior to deadly floods

Two different investigations are being conducted by different San Antonio departments. Councilman Marc Whyte says those who lost loved ones need clarity. SAN ANTONIO — Crews with the San Antonio Public Works Department inspected and cleaned out culverts along Vicar Drive on June 9, three days before historic flash floods overtook a line of cars … Read more

‘Remember him with that smile’: Frio County man’s murder sparks a sister’s call for justice

“I want justice served. I want everybody that is responsible to be held accountable.” DILLEY, Texas — We are learning more about a man who was murdered early Saturday morning Dilley, a Frio County community located about 73 miles southwest of downtown San Antonio.  The killing of 23-year-old Jeremy Benavidez sparked a manhunt. After nearly … Read more

Former astronaut Terry Virts launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate in Texas

The early announcement tees up what is likely to be a crowded primary field angling for the seat held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn. WASHINGTON — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. Read the original article here. Terry Virts, a former astronaut and International Space Station commander, announced … Read more