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Crystal City ISD urges support for injured Uvalde player, defends football team
Read full article: Crystal City ISD urges support for injured Uvalde player, defends football teamCrystal City ISD has issued a statement following an incident during Friday night’s football game in which a Uvalde ISD player, junior quarterback Jett Flores, was seriously injured.
Family of Uvalde quarterback Jett Flores says he was knocked unconscious, airlifted to hospital
Read full article: Family of Uvalde quarterback Jett Flores says he was knocked unconscious, airlifted to hospitalAccording to his family, Uvalde junior quarterback Jett Flores was airlifted to a hospital Friday night after suffering a serious injury during the Coyotes’ game in Crystal City.
Police officer held at gunpoint while attempting to break up parking lot fight, SAPD says
Read full article: Police officer held at gunpoint while attempting to break up parking lot fight, SAPD saysA Crystal City police officer attempting to break up a group argument was held a gunpoint with a sawed-off shotgun Sunday morning, according to San Antonio police.
San Antonio man accused of human smuggling, leading deputies on high-speed chase in Porsche
Read full article: San Antonio man accused of human smuggling, leading deputies on high-speed chase in PorscheA San Antonio man has been arrested in a human smuggling case that ended in a car crash in Zavala County, according to the sheriff’s office.
‘Crystal City 1969′ play depicts story of historic student walkout
Read full article: ‘Crystal City 1969′ play depicts story of historic student walkoutThe play “Crystal City 1969″ at the Guadalupe Theater is the story of a historic student walkout that had a pivotal role in the struggle for Mexican-American civil rights.
Federal recognition of Crystal City internment camp still an issue
Read full article: Federal recognition of Crystal City internment camp still an issueA national movement that began at St. Mary’s University five years ago continues to push for federal legislation, formally acknowledging the government’s internment of German-Americans at a camp in Crystal City, southwest of San Antonio, during World War II.
Brennan, Alamo Heights both win undefeated showdowns; Hendrix’s TD lifts Boerne past Pleasanton in OT; Carrizo Springs earns milestone victory over Devine
Read full article: Brennan, Alamo Heights both win undefeated showdowns; Hendrix’s TD lifts Boerne past Pleasanton in OT; Carrizo Springs earns milestone victory over DevineWeek 7 of KSAT's Big Game Coverage saw Brennan and Alamo Heights earn crucial victories against undefeated opponents, while Boerne and Carrizo Springs rallied to pick up big wins in district play!
Undefeated Floresville, Alamo Heights meet in 15-5A-II clash; Carrizo Springs vs. Devine headlines Road Trip; Johnson, Taft off to impressive 6-0 starts
Read full article: Undefeated Floresville, Alamo Heights meet in 15-5A-II clash; Carrizo Springs vs. Devine headlines Road Trip; Johnson, Taft off to impressive 6-0 startsA pair of undefeated showdowns headline Week 7 of KSAT 12's Big Game Coverage, as Floresville battles Alamo Heights and Taft takes on Brennan.
Authorities investigating after people in van try to kidnap student outside Crystal City middle school
Read full article: Authorities investigating after people in van try to kidnap student outside Crystal City middle schoolAuthorities in Zavala County are investigating an attempted abduction of a student outside a middle school this week.
Towing companies busy hauling away vehicles involved in suspected human smuggling cases
Read full article: Towing companies busy hauling away vehicles involved in suspected human smuggling casesTowing companies say they're losing money towing a high number of vehicles involved in suspected human smuggling cases in rural Texas counties.
Federal court denies appeal of ex-city manager of Crystal City convicted in bribery scheme
Read full article: Federal court denies appeal of ex-city manager of Crystal City convicted in bribery schemeNEW ORLEANS A federal appeals court in Louisiana on Friday affirmed the wire fraud convictions and prison sentence of the former city manager and city attorney of Crystal City. RELATED: Ex-city manager of Crystal City sentenced to 35 years in federal prisonIn tossing out Jonas appeal on Friday, the court stated his sentence was reasonable and referenced the victim impact statement of the city manager who took over for Jonas after his 2016 indictment. The city manager testified that Jonas mismanagement of Crystal City led to financial ruin.The appeals court dismissed Jonas other arguments. Four other defendants in the case, including three who were Crystal City council members, pleaded guilty to a federal programs bribery charge. On Nov. 6, 2015, Crystal City still owed approximately $735,048.79 in payments to the company that performed the infrastructure improvements, prosecutors said.
South Texas parents wanted in abduction of their 5 children; AMBER Alert issued
Read full article: South Texas parents wanted in abduction of their 5 children; AMBER Alert issuedAn AMBER Alert was issued Friday for Jayden Lopez, 11-months; Jordan Lopez, 4; Ruben Lopez Jr., 7; Jolyne Lopez, 9; and Justine Lopez, 10. They are believed to be headed to St. Paul, where the aunt lives, sheriffs officials said. CPS officials were going to take custody of the children because of the parents involvement with drugs, sheriffs officials said. The children, parents and aunt are traveling in a 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer with Texas license plate MKV2702. If you have any information regarding the abduction, call the Zavala County Sheriffs Office at 830-374-3615.
This Day in Weather History: March 31st
Read full article: This Day in Weather History: March 31stIt was a busy, Spring day in South Texas as storms erupted along a cold front. While storms can generally produce hail this time of year, this event was unusual because so many received large hail. Places like Crystal City and Knippa saw damage, after baseball size hail pounded the area. Around San Antonio, Alamo Heights, Leon Springs, and Castle Hills also reported large hail.