South San ISD given one year to improve board governance, avoid state takeover

SAN ANTONIO – A two-year investigation by the Texas Education Agency resulted in a nearly 50-page report that showed South San Antonio ISD’s Board of Trustees has systemic governing issues that led to operational problems in the district. Steve Lecholop, deputy commissioner for governance at the TEA, said the lack of quorum six consecutive times … Read more

As third Texas special session wraps up, legality questions arise for three border security bills

SAN ANTONIO – The clock is ticking for Texas lawmakers as the third special session comes to an end on Tuesday. Gov. Greg Abbott’s agenda calls for legislation on COVID-19 restrictions, school choice, and border security. He’s already signed one bill on COVID-19 vaccine mandates, but little headway has been made on school choice. However, … Read more

San Antonio film community mourns passing of Alamo City Studios founder

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio film community is mourning the loss of a pillar of their community. Kerry Valderrama, a multi-faceted filmmaker, actor and founder of Alamo City Studios, passed away Tuesday night, the Alamo City Studios Facebook page said Wednesday. He was 43. The details surrounding Valderrama death are unconfirmed at this time. … Read more