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Driver in 2020 crash that injured two Bexar County constables in Austin sentenced to 8 years in prison
Read full article: Driver in 2020 crash that injured two Bexar County constables in Austin sentenced to 8 years in prisonThe driver involved in a 2020 crash that injured two Bexar County Precinct 2 deputy constables accepted a plea deal in October 2024, resulting in a reduced sentence of eight years in prison.
Student hit by vehicle while crossing road near Harlan High School, Northside ISD says
Read full article: Student hit by vehicle while crossing road near Harlan High School, Northside ISD saysA student from Harlan High School was struck by a car late Friday morning while crossing Culebra Road, according to Northside ISD.
Local law enforcement agencies slam sheriffās policy that rejects certain inmates from jail
Read full article: Local law enforcement agencies slam sheriffās policy that rejects certain inmates from jailSeveral area law enforcement agencies say a new directive from Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar puts public safety at risk.
Suspect charged with murder in connection with his fatherās shooting death, affidavit says
Read full article: Suspect charged with murder in connection with his fatherās shooting death, affidavit saysA 23-year-old San Antonio man was arrested in connection with the shooting death of his father, according to police.
Windcrest Little League looks for community help to replace stolen field maintenance gear
Read full article: Windcrest Little League looks for community help to replace stolen field maintenance gearWindcrest Little League volunteers said someone stole the Gator used for field maintenance. Replacing it could cost the league thousands.
City of San Antonio unveils conceptual plans for downtown Spurs arena, sports & entertainment district
Read full article: City of San Antonio unveils conceptual plans for downtown Spurs arena, sports & entertainment districtA new San Antonio Spurs arena could take center court of a proposed downtown sports and entertainment district around Hemisfair.
SAISD already receiving lukewarm response to baseball stadium land deal terms
Read full article: SAISD already receiving lukewarm response to baseball stadium land deal termsIt will be about three weeks before San Antonio ISD knows how its hard stance on terms for handing over a downtown parking lot to a minor league baseball stadium project shakes out. However, some of the early responses are less enthusiastic than the district might have hoped.
Salvation Army seeks to fill 100 bell ringer spots in Bexar County
Read full article: Salvation Army seeks to fill 100 bell ringer spots in Bexar CountyAs the holiday season approaches, the Salvation Army in Bexar County seeks help filling more than 100 bell-ringing locations for its annual Red Kettle Campaign.
San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing āhardballā
Read full article: San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing āhardballāThe San Antonio Independent School District is trying to run up the score in a land deal with the San Antonio Missions and its partners for a 2.3-acre parking lot. "
Murder charge dismissed for suspect arrested in connection with fatal shooting of Sonic manager, records show
Read full article: Murder charge dismissed for suspect arrested in connection with fatal shooting of Sonic manager, records showA suspect arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a Sonic Drive-In manager had his murder charge recently dismissed, according to Bexar County court records.
Over 16,700 felony cases await indictment in Bexar County; commissioner calls for urgent solutions
Read full article: Over 16,700 felony cases await indictment in Bexar County; commissioner calls for urgent solutionsCounty Commissioner Grant Moody asking for DA to update Commissioner's Court on backlog.
Marked or unmarked: How mental health crisis response teams roll out in San Antonio, Bexar County
Read full article: Marked or unmarked: How mental health crisis response teams roll out in San Antonio, Bexar CountyA polo shirt and jeans arenāt the uniform anyone would typically expect from a police officer or a paramedic. For crisis mental health teams, dressing down is a part of the job.
Organization for South Asian domestic violence survivors gaining traction in Bexar County
Read full article: Organization for South Asian domestic violence survivors gaining traction in Bexar CountyA domestic violence survivor who knows they can get help from someone who understands their culture, is more likely to reach out. That's what a local organization is doing for South Asians here in Bexar County and the counties around it.
Commissioner Grant Moody endorses candidate for City Council District 9 race
Read full article: Commissioner Grant Moody endorses candidate for City Council District 9 raceBexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner Grant Moody has issued his support ā and assumed a spot in the campaign ā for a candidate vying for the soon-to-be-open City Council District 9 seat.
River Aid San Antonio tackles litter problem with floating booms
Read full article: River Aid San Antonio tackles litter problem with floating boomsPeople will notice litter booms placed at Salado Creek in Comanche and MLK Park this week. The floating devices are set to help catch floating trash without impacting wildlife. River Aid San Antonio, a nonprofit organization, has been instrumental in raising awareness about the trash littering our waterways.
BCSO releases dashcam footage of deputy striking pedestrian with patrol vehicle during chase
Read full article: BCSO releases dashcam footage of deputy striking pedestrian with patrol vehicle during chaseThe Bexar County Sheriffās Office released dash camera footage of the moment a deputy struck a pedestrian with a patrol vehicle amid a high-speed chase.
Four separate car crashes shuts down I-10 in East Bexar County
Read full article: Four separate car crashes shuts down I-10 in East Bexar CountyAuthorities are investigating the cause of multiple crashes on Interstate 10 towards the East Side of Bexar County, according to the Bexar County Sheriffās Office.
Fourth Court of Appeals flips to GOP majority with election of five new justices
Read full article: Fourth Court of Appeals flips to GOP majority with election of five new justicesWhile the nationās attention was focused on the presidential election, a significant shift took place in the Fourth Court of Appeals, which oversees Bexar County.
Woman charged in connection with deadly crash remains hospitalized, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman charged in connection with deadly crash remains hospitalized, BCSO saysThe Bexar County Sheriffās Office said a woman facing multiple charges in connection with a deadly crash is still receiving treatment from injuries she sustained in the crash.
Expertsā reversal on competency leads to plea deal in the middle of 2022 fatal gym shooting trial
Read full article: Expertsā reversal on competency leads to plea deal in the middle of 2022 fatal gym shooting trialIn an unexpected turn of events, Jessie MacWilliams, the man accused of fatally shooting another man at a San Antonio gym in 2022, accepted a plea deal Wednesday after a key witness in his trial changed his assessment of MacWilliamsā mental competency.
Bexar County Democratic chairwoman announces resignation
Read full article: Bexar County Democratic chairwoman announces resignationMonica Ramirez AlcƔntara, the chairwoman the Democratic Party for Bexar County, announced her resignation days after Donald Trump was elected 47th president of the United States in a comfortable victory over Vice President Kamala Harris.
Man accused of killing parents in Kirby, 4 others in Austin found incompetent to stand trial
Read full article: Man accused of killing parents in Kirby, 4 others in Austin found incompetent to stand trialThe trial for Shane James Jr., who is accused of a deadly rampage in San Antonio and Austin in late 2023, is on hold.
Latino voters show significant shift toward Donald Trump in November 5 election
Read full article: Latino voters show significant shift toward Donald Trump in November 5 electionLatino voters demonstrated a significant shift in the recent election, with many supporting former President Donald Trump, marking a notable departure from 2020 voting patterns.
Woman charged in connection with crash that killed two people, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman charged in connection with crash that killed two people, BCSO saysA 53-year-old woman is facing multiple charges in connection with a crash that killed two people, according to the Bexar County Sheriffās Office.
Nearly 800,000 votes cast on Election Day in Bexar County, officials say
Read full article: Nearly 800,000 votes cast on Election Day in Bexar County, officials sayNearly 800,000 votes were cast in Bexar County on Election Day, which saw Donald Trump secure the presidency and strengthen Texasā status as a red state.
RAINFALL: Hereās how much rain fell around San Antonio, Hill Country Monday night
Read full article: RAINFALL: Hereās how much rain fell around San Antonio, Hill Country Monday nightAfter a very dry and warm October, November has started off pretty great for us. Hereās a look at neighborhood rainfall totals from storms Monday night:
BCSO identifies teen arrested in connection with donut stunt crash
Read full article: BCSO identifies teen arrested in connection with donut stunt crashThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office has identified a teenager arrested and charged with manslaughter and injury to a child in connection with the death of another teen during a donut stunt crash, according to a spokesperson for the agency.
Texas Secretary of State, US Department of Justice on opposing sides ahead of Election Day
Read full article: Texas Secretary of State, US Department of Justice on opposing sides ahead of Election DayWith just a couple of days until Election Day, Texas and the United States Department of Justice are butting heads over who can and can not be inside a polling location legally.
Medical Examiner, family identify 14-year-old boy killed after donut stunt crash in East Bexar County
Read full article: Medical Examiner, family identify 14-year-old boy killed after donut stunt crash in East Bexar CountyWhile the Bexar County Medical Examiner has not officially identified the boy killed after being thrown from an SUV on Saturday, his family says he was 14-year-old Henry Casas Jr.
Family, friends honor 33-year-old man killed in crash with candlelight vigil
Read full article: Family, friends honor 33-year-old man killed in crash with candlelight vigilAccording to the Bexar County Medical Examinerās Office, Enrique Alvarado, 33, was pronounced dead just after 2:30 a.m. on Friday.
Teen ejected, killed after 16-year-old driver performs donuts in East Bexar County, BCSO says
Read full article: Teen ejected, killed after 16-year-old driver performs donuts in East Bexar County, BCSO saysA 16-year-old driver is facing charges after performing donuts in a vehicle that eventually flipped over and killed another teenager, according to the Bexar County Sheriffās Office.
Election Day polling locations: Where to vote in Bexar County
Read full article: Election Day polling locations: Where to vote in Bexar CountyEarly voting is over and Election Day is just around the corner. If you werenāt able to cast a ballot during the early voting period, you have more than 300 locations to choose from to cast a ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Judge rules 16-year-old will be tried as an adult in both murder cases
Read full article: Judge rules 16-year-old will be tried as an adult in both murder casesA Bexar County judge ruled Friday that a 16-year-old boy, who has been charged in connection with two murder cases, will face both trials as an adult.
Man convicted of attempted capital murder leaps out of wheelchair, leads deputies on foot chase, DAās Office says
Read full article: Man convicted of attempted capital murder leaps out of wheelchair, leads deputies on foot chase, DAās Office saysThe Bexar County District Attorneyās Office provided more details on a 31-year-old man who briefly fled from Bexar County deputies after he was sentenced to life in prison.
Bexar County hires engineering firm to identify most dangerous roads
Read full article: Bexar County hires engineering firm to identify most dangerous roadsBexar County Commissioners voted to approve a contract with WSP USA Inc. to take a look at the TxDOT data and other sources of information to identify the most dangerous and deadly roads in unincorporated parts of the county.
Past memories, future dreams pushing Bexar County residents to vote early in record numbers
Read full article: Past memories, future dreams pushing Bexar County residents to vote early in record numbersMore than 400,000 Bexar County voters have taken part in early voting this election. Friday is the last day to cast ballots ahead of Election Day.
Suspect found guilty of attempted capital murder apprehended after fleeing Bexar County Justice Center, BCSO says
Read full article: Suspect found guilty of attempted capital murder apprehended after fleeing Bexar County Justice Center, BCSO saysThe Bexar County Sheriffās Office said a man found guilty of attempted capital murder is back in custody after fleeing from deputies on Thursday night.
Judge warns of need for more courtroom space in Bexar County as population, caseloads surge
Read full article: Judge warns of need for more courtroom space in Bexar County as population, caseloads surgeAccording to Judge Ron Rangel, there is no more space at the justice center to accommodate the need for more judges.
TIMELINE: Windsor Hollow shooting that killed young girl; man facing capital murder, rifle found in lake
Read full article: TIMELINE: Windsor Hollow shooting that killed young girl; man facing capital murder, rifle found in lakeAfter five months, a man was charged with capital murder in connection with a shooting that left a 4-year-old girl dead and four other family members injured.
BCSO announces 2 new arrests in shooting death of woman at Southwest Side party
Read full article: BCSO announces 2 new arrests in shooting death of woman at Southwest Side partyBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar announced two arrests in the shooting death of Desirae Rivera, a 21-year-old woman killed at a Southwest Side party in March.
Bexar County jail over capacity; some inmates housed in other counties, sheriff says
Read full article: Bexar County jail over capacity; some inmates housed in other counties, sheriff saysBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar informed the Commissioners Court on Tuesday that the countyās Adult Detention Center is over capacity.
Haven for Hope plans to address ācritical infrastructureā needs with ARPA funding
Read full article: Haven for Hope plans to address ācritical infrastructureā needs with ARPA fundingA grant agreement partnership between Bexar County and Haven for Hope is expected to utilize funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to address ācritical infrastructureā needs at the facility, according to a county news release.
Facing explosive growth, East Central ISD again asks voters for more money for new schools
Read full article: Facing explosive growth, East Central ISD again asks voters for more money for new schoolsSprawling across southeastern Bexar County, from Victor Braunig Lake up to Interstate 10 and Loop 1604, East Central ISD has plenty of open space ā though itās quickly being filled in.
Amid big cat sightings, letās learn about the species native to South Texas
Read full article: Amid big cat sightings, letās learn about the species native to South TexasThe Bexar County Sheriffās Office sent out an alert Tuesday about a ālargeā cat sighting in northwest Bexar County. BCSO said the feline was seen in a greenbelt near the 10400 block of Foxen Way, a neighborhood off Highway 16 north of Helotes. So, we pulled information from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to learn about the big cats native to South Texas.
Neighbors in northwest Bexar County curious about wildcat reportedly sighted in their area
Read full article: Neighbors in northwest Bexar County curious about wildcat reportedly sighted in their areaThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office posted an alert on Facebook, warning people in one Northwest neighborhood about a "big cat" sighting in their area.
Share your story: KSAT Investigates educator injuries in Bexar County schools
Read full article: Share your story: KSAT Investigates educator injuries in Bexar County schoolsItās a disturbing trend uncovered by KSAT Investigates -- uncovered more than 4,000 reports of students injuring educators in districts with schools in Bexar County in the last two school years.
Bexar County Commissionerās Court approves immediate burn ban
Read full article: Bexar County Commissionerās Court approves immediate burn banThe Bexar County Commissioners Court on Tuesday approved a ban on outdoor burning in unincorporated areas of the county, according to a news release from the county.
Bexar County to use nearly $470,000 DOE grant to track greenhouse gas emissions
Read full article: Bexar County to use nearly $470,000 DOE grant to track greenhouse gas emissionsBexar County is expected to use a Department of Energy grant to better track greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) across the region, developing a county-wide GHG emissions inventory assessment in response to high local ozone levels.
Resident in far northwest Bexar County reports ālarge catā sighting, BCSO says
Read full article: Resident in far northwest Bexar County reports ālarge catā sighting, BCSO saysA resident living in far northwest Bexar County reportedly saw a "large, long-tailed cat" in a greenbelt near their home, according to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office.
Javier Salazar declares victory against Nathan Buchanan; will serve third term as Bexar County sheriff
Read full article: Javier Salazar declares victory against Nathan Buchanan; will serve third term as Bexar County sheriffIn an interview with KSAT-12 News reporter Daniela Ibarra, Javier Salazar, Democratic Party incumbent declared victory against Nathan Buchanan, the Republican Party challenger for Bexar County sheriff.
Man bonds out of jail after charged with punching poll worker, 69, who told him to remove MAGA hat
Read full article: Man bonds out of jail after charged with punching poll worker, 69, who told him to remove MAGA hatA man who was arrested Thursday after he was accused of assaulting a 69-year-old elections worker at a Southwest Side polling location bonded out of jail late Friday night.
Long lines but few problems as Texas wraps the first week of early voting
Read full article: Long lines but few problems as Texas wraps the first week of early votingA Bexar County election worker was assaulted Thursday, officials said. In Tarrant County, officials encouraged voters to review their ballots before voting.
Man charged after punching poll worker, 69, who told him to remove MAGA hat, BCSO says
Read full article: Man charged after punching poll worker, 69, who told him to remove MAGA hat, BCSO saysA man is arrested after he allegedly assaulted a 69-year-old man elections clerk at a polling location, according to the Bexar County Sheriffās Office.
Malnourished horse found, rescued from South Bexar County property, BCSO says
Read full article: Malnourished horse found, rescued from South Bexar County property, BCSO saysGuillen Reyes, 41, was arrested and charged with cruelty to livestock animals after they found a malnourished horse at a South Bexar County property.
Bexar County District Attorney plans to challenge Brad Simpsonās motion to change bond conditions
Read full article: Bexar County District Attorney plans to challenge Brad Simpsonās motion to change bond conditionsBexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales plans to challenge a motion to change Brad Simpsonās bond conditions.
Early voting for 2024 November General Election surpassing total voter turnout from previous elections in Bexar County
Read full article: Early voting for 2024 November General Election surpassing total voter turnout from previous elections in Bexar CountyMore people have voted in three days of early voting for the November General Election than the entire voter turnout for some previous city, school or amendment elections, Bexar County Elections Administrator Jacque Callanen said.
UTSA releases new polling on charter amendments, Nov. 5 elections, 2025 mayorās race
Read full article: UTSA releases new polling on charter amendments, Nov. 5 elections, 2025 mayorās raceThe University of Texas at San Antonio Center for Public Opinion Research is announcing the results of its latest voter survey on Thursday at 11 a.m.
Brad Simpson wants some of his bond conditions changed, his attorney says
Read full article: Brad Simpson wants some of his bond conditions changed, his attorney saysBrad Simpson, who is facing a family violence charge, among others, is asking a Bexar County court to amend bond conditions so Simpson can have contact with his children, his attorney said.
Hereās what happens after casting a ballot when you vote
Read full article: Hereās what happens after casting a ballot when you voteThe 2024 Presidential election is prompting voters to the polls, and Bexar County is on track for a record-breaking turnout. But what happens after a voter casts their ballot?
Human remains found by property owners while cutting grass in field, BCSO says
Read full article: Human remains found by property owners while cutting grass in field, BCSO saysHuman remains were found in a field on the West Side of San Antonio by the owners of the property while they were cutting grass, according to the Bexar County Sheriffās Office.
Busiest, slowest polling locations in Bexar County during early voting
Read full article: Busiest, slowest polling locations in Bexar County during early votingOn Wednesday, the 10th day of early voting, 50,079 ballots were cast in Bexar County, according to numbers from the Bexar County elections office.
Races to watch around San Antonio in the Nov. 5 presidential election
Read full article: Races to watch around San Antonio in the Nov. 5 presidential electionVoters in Bexar County and beyond are already casting early voting ballots ahead of the Nov. 5 election, including for president, US senator, representatives in the U.S. and Texas houses, plus other candidates running for office at the state and local levels. Some voters will also decide municipal and school propositions.
Gun found submerged in Calaveras Lake possibly connected to Windsor Hollow shooting, sheriff says
Read full article: Gun found submerged in Calaveras Lake possibly connected to Windsor Hollow shooting, sheriff saysThe Bexar County Sheriffās Office found possible evidence in connection with a shooting that killed a 4-year-old girl and injured four other family members, according to Sheriff Javier Salazar.