Project MEND collecting gently used medical equipment during Operation Drop-Off

SAN ANTONIO – Project MEND provides much-needed low-cost medical equipment to for people of all ages to maintain their independence and mobility. The medical mobility equipment undergoes inspection, refurbishment and is then redistributed through the nonprofit’s Medical Equipment Reuse Program. In July 2023, Project MEND held a city-wide collection drive to help replenish its medical … Read more

‘I hope Bobcats show out’: Texas State students excited to host first presidential debate

SAN MARCOS, Texas – Texas State University’s Strahan Arena is no stranger to pivotal moments — and next fall, it will be the site of the first presidential debate. “We’re glad that we have the first presidential debate because we know that that will be the one that will probably be the most watched,” said … Read more

San Antonio man illegally received millions from COVID programs, feds say

SAN ANTONIO – A federal grand jury indicted a San Antonio man who allegedly devised a scheme to secure millions in funds from COVID-era programs aimed at providing relief to small business owners. James Michael Bergeron, 42, is charged with 11 counts related to wire fraud and money laundering, U.S. Attorney Jaime Esparza of the … Read more

State brings up prior charges during punishment phase of woman convicted of causing boyfriend’s death

SAN ANTONIO – Prosecutors in the trial of a woman convicted of causing the death of her boyfriend brought up past criminal charges to a jury on Monday. The punishment phase for Amanda Montoya is underway. She faces five to 99 years in prison. Montoya in 2016 was charged with the murder of her boyfriend … Read more