State of Texas seeks more veterans, first responders to serve as teachers

SAN ANTONIO – Texas lawmakers are trying to give school districts one more tool to help them fill vacant positions in the classroom. House Bill 621, a provision to current law, was enacted during the last legislative session to certify military service members and first responders to teach. Recommended Videos Bill author State Rep. Matt … Read more

A string of triple digit days may get interrupted by a storm or two this weekend

FORECAST HIGHLIGHTS: Starting today, we’ll see a string of triple digit heat Forecast is rain-free, until Saturday, when a small shot at rain returns We’ll watch for development in the Caribbean FORECAST: Good morning! I’ll keep this short and sweet, as you probably know what I’m about to say… it’s hot. Highs will range from … Read more

Medina Valley ISD to open new elementary school as district population surges

MEDINA VALLEY, Texas – Back to school means new students, teachers, and classes. And for Medina Valley Independent School District, this year also brings a new building into the mix. “It’s always a great feeling coming into a new campus,” Superintendent Scott Caloss said. Recommended Videos MVISD will open Silos Elementary for its first day … Read more

Former SAPD officer who shot at two teens who were running from him in 2020 has case dismissed

SAN ANTONIO – A Bexar County District Court judge has dismissed a deadly conduct charge against a former San Antonio police officer accused of firing shots at two teens who were running away from him, according to online court records. Oscar Cruz Jr. was indefinitely suspended from SAPD in 2020, after his involvement with a … Read more

Back to school means books, homework and hot weather for San Antonio-area students

Back to school for students in the San Antonio area means paper, pens, homework, and hot weather. Pediatricians are encouraging parents to be creative when reminding their children to drink plenty of water throughout the school day. ”I think encouraging our kids to drink water in a fun way. One example would be choosing maybe … Read more