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Comal River remains closed on Tuesday due to recent heavy rain, New Braunfels officials say
Read full article: Comal River remains closed on Tuesday due to recent heavy rain, New Braunfels officials sayThe Comal River remains temporarily closed for recreational purposes in New Braunfels as recent heavy rains have increased water flow and decreased water clarity, according to the city.
‘If you see it coming, it’s too late’: Ex-firefighter shares flood safety tips near Guadalupe River
Read full article: ‘If you see it coming, it’s too late’: Ex-firefighter shares flood safety tips near Guadalupe RiverOn Friday night, KSAT 12 News reporter Zaria Oates spoke to Debbie, a former firefighter and Swiftwater Rescue Technician, who shared some insights near the Guadalupe River in Spring Branch.
Evacuations underway for some residents, travelers in Comal and Bandera Counties after deadly flooding
Read full article: Evacuations underway for some residents, travelers in Comal and Bandera Counties after deadly floodingThe Kerr County Sheriff’s Office and Comfort Volunteer Fire Department are evacuating people along the Guadalupe River amid major flooding.
New charges filed in connection with Comal ISD teacher’s improper relationship with student arrest, records show
Read full article: New charges filed in connection with Comal ISD teacher’s improper relationship with student arrest, records showA former Comal Independent School District teacher now faces additional charges related to a 2024 arrest for an improper relationship with a student, Comal County jail records show.
Comal ISD board approves pay increase for district employees for 2025-26 school year
Read full article: Comal ISD board approves pay increase for district employees for 2025-26 school yearThe Comal Independent School District board of trustees approved pay increases for all teachers and staff members on Thursday, according to a news release.
San Antonio Food Bank sues New Braunfels nonprofit for over $324K in unpaid meals
Read full article: San Antonio Food Bank sues New Braunfels nonprofit for over $324K in unpaid mealsThe San Antonio Food Bank is suing a New Braunfels nonprofit for allegedly “failing and refusing” to pay for delivered meals, according to court documents.
Historic floods in San Antonio: 1921 tragedy prompted the building of the River Walk
Read full article: Historic floods in San Antonio: 1921 tragedy prompted the building of the River WalkSan Antonio’s history is marked by frequent flooding, but a handful of rain events have truly rewritten the history books.
9 hospitalized, including children, after golf cart crash, Comal County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: 9 hospitalized, including children, after golf cart crash, Comal County Sheriff’s Office saysNine people were hospitalized, including children, after a golf cart crash, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office.
How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio area
Read full article: How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio areaSouth Central Texas has been experiencing drought conditions for more than 1,377 days. While recent rain has helped, rivers and aquifers still face historic lows this tubing and boating season.
Data centers are building their own gas power plants in Texas
Read full article: Data centers are building their own gas power plants in TexasNot long ago, developers of the massive server farms talked about powering them with wind and solar energy. Now they’re bypassing the grid and building their own gas-fired power plants on site.
Smithson Valley grad fulfills lifelong dream, leaves behind legacy organization to help others
Read full article: Smithson Valley grad fulfills lifelong dream, leaves behind legacy organization to help othersA Smithson Valley High School senior is leaving for college, leaving behind a close-knit community that helped him through a tough illness and a legacy organization that will help others.
Smithson Valley baseball staves off Barbers Hill 4-3 to advance to Class 5A-DI state title game
Read full article: Smithson Valley baseball staves off Barbers Hill 4-3 to advance to Class 5A-DI state title gameThe Smithson Valley Rangers battled through to earn a tense 4-3 victory over the Barbers Hill Eagles in Game 2 of the UIL Class 5A Division I state semifinals on Friday.
AAMPO seeks public input on $256 million slated for future transportation projects
Read full article: AAMPO seeks public input on $256 million slated for future transportation projectsThe Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) is hosting six community meetings in June to discuss planned funding for future transportation projects across its service area.
Comal ISD dance teacher resigns amid inappropriate conduct allegations, district says
Read full article: Comal ISD dance teacher resigns amid inappropriate conduct allegations, district saysA Canyon Lake High School teacher has resigned amid allegations of inappropriate conduct with a former student, the Comal Independent School District confirmed to KSAT on Friday.
All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025
Read full article: All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025In addition to San Antonio deciding its next mayor and all 10 city council positions, residents in other South Central Texas cities and counties will also make their voices heard in several important races.
Is Canyon Lake half-empty or half-full? Business owner says sinking water level has a silver lining
Read full article: Is Canyon Lake half-empty or half-full? Business owner says sinking water level has a silver liningAs Canyon Lake’s water level continues to drop, at least one business owner says there’s an upside.
Smithson Valley celebrates historic 2024 state football championship with ring ceremony
Read full article: Smithson Valley celebrates historic 2024 state football championship with ring ceremonyThe Smithson Valley football team was presented with their championship rings, commemorating their 2024 UIL Class 5A-Division I State Football Championship victory.
Man accused in Canyon Lake shooting arrested in San Antonio, Comal County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Man accused in Canyon Lake shooting arrested in San Antonio, Comal County Sheriff’s Office saysA man accused of shooting another man in Canyon Lake was arrested in San Antonio, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office.
Rabies confirmed in New Braunfels cat; health officials advise caution
Read full article: Rabies confirmed in New Braunfels cat; health officials advise cautionCity of New Braunfels and Comal County officials are urging residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals after a rabies case was confirmed in the city.
Canyon Lake man arrested in marijuana trafficking investigation, Comal County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Canyon Lake man arrested in marijuana trafficking investigation, Comal County Sheriff’s Office saysA Canyon Lake man was arrested last week on multiple marijuana trafficking charges, the Comal County Sheriff’s Office announced on Monday.
Lawsuit: Man alleges wrongful arrest during traffic stop, says New Braunfels police officers ‘copped an attitude’
Read full article: Lawsuit: Man alleges wrongful arrest during traffic stop, says New Braunfels police officers ‘copped an attitude’A Comal County man filed a lawsuit against the City of New Braunfels and three New Braunfels Police Department officers after he claimed they violated his civil rights and unlawfully arrested him during a traffic stop in 2023.
Spring breakers soak in floating down rivers in New Braunfels, dancing at Gruene Hall
Read full article: Spring breakers soak in floating down rivers in New Braunfels, dancing at Gruene HallAs the warm weather arrives just in time for spring break this week, families looking for a fun, memorable getaway are heading up Interstate 35 to Comal County.
2 suspects connected to Bulverde home invasion arrested in South Carolina, US Marshals say
Read full article: 2 suspects connected to Bulverde home invasion arrested in South Carolina, US Marshals sayThe U.S. Marshals Service announced the arrests of two men in South Carolina who are connected to an alleged aggravated robbery case in Bulverde, Texas.
‘A red flag’: Records reveal a concerning history in former Guadalupe, Comal County deputy’s employment
Read full article: ‘A red flag’: Records reveal a concerning history in former Guadalupe, Comal County deputy’s employmentAn investigation into inappropriate text messages sent to a confidential informant led to a Comal County Sheriff’s deputy’s demotion.
TUBING OUTLOOK: How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirs
Read full article: TUBING OUTLOOK: How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirsSouth Central Texas has been in drought conditions for over 1,280 days with new burn bans being implemented. Additionally, rivers and aquifers face historic lows before tubing season.
Expert criticizes law enforcement response before suspect shot seven SAPD officers
Read full article: Expert criticizes law enforcement response before suspect shot seven SAPD officersA law enforcement expert is questioning how Comal County sheriff’s deputies handled a call involving Brandon Poulos the night before he shot seven San Antonio police officers.
Mental health care services set to expand in Comal County with new $8.5M facility
Read full article: Mental health care services set to expand in Comal County with new $8.5M facilityA $8.5 million facility will be built in New Braunfels next year so that criminal mental health issues can be handled closer to home by law enforcement and the courts.
First female sexually violent predator convicted in Texas, Comal County officials say
Read full article: First female sexually violent predator convicted in Texas, Comal County officials sayCalifornia woman has been declared the first sexually violent predator (SVP) in a Texas county, according to a Facebook post from the Comal County District Attorney’s Office.
Former Canyon Lake High School teacher charged with 18 additional crimes involving minors, records show
Read full article: Former Canyon Lake High School teacher charged with 18 additional crimes involving minors, records showA former Canyon Lake High School teacher, who was arrested for allegedly having an improper relationship with a student in 2023, was charged with 18 additional crimes, according to Comal County Jail online records.
Smithson Valley HC Larry Hill named finalist for Navy All-American Bowl Coach of the Year Award
Read full article: Smithson Valley HC Larry Hill named finalist for Navy All-American Bowl Coach of the Year AwardFresh off his first high school football state championship, Smithson Valley head football coach Larry Hill has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Navy All-American Bowl Coach of the Year Award.
LIST: Burn bans, fireworks restrictions in Bexar County, surrounding areas on New Year’s Eve
Read full article: LIST: Burn bans, fireworks restrictions in Bexar County, surrounding areas on New Year’s EveAs the countdown to the new year starts, several counties in the San Antonio area are reminding residents of burn bans in effect.
‘We want to be the team to get him one’: Larry Hill, Smithson Valley seeking program-first state title
Read full article: ‘We want to be the team to get him one’: Larry Hill, Smithson Valley seeking program-first state titleThe UIL Class 5A Division I state championship football game will feature a combined 784 wins between both head coaches.
Teens accused of shootings in Spring Branch on consecutive days, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Teens accused of shootings in Spring Branch on consecutive days, sheriff’s office saysA pair of teenagers are facing charges in connection with two shootings on back-to-back days, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office.
Comal County Judge issues disaster declaration as wildfire risk, little chance for rain continues
Read full article: Comal County Judge issues disaster declaration as wildfire risk, little chance for rain continuesComal County Judge Sherman Krause has issued a disaster declaration in response to the excessive heat and wildfire risk.
Comal ISD teacher arrested for improper relationship with student, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Comal ISD teacher arrested for improper relationship with student, sheriff’s office saysA Comal Independent School District teacher has been arrested and charged with improper relationship with a student, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office.
WATCH: People of New Braunfels voice concerns ahead of presidential election in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’
Read full article: WATCH: People of New Braunfels voice concerns ahead of presidential election in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’For episode 5 of “Your Voice, South Texas,” KSAT visited New Braunfels, a city in the Hill Country.
Driver extricated from car after collision with truck in Comal County, DPS says
Read full article: Driver extricated from car after collision with truck in Comal County, DPS saysA driver was extricated from a vehicle following a wrong-way collision in Comal County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Floresville High School counselor arrested, accused of striking a child
Read full article: Floresville High School counselor arrested, accused of striking a childA Floresville Independent School District counselor was arrested and charged with injury to a child following her indictment in Comal County.
Crisis Center of Comal County to break ground on new facility after devastating fire
Read full article: Crisis Center of Comal County to break ground on new facility after devastating fireThe Crisis Center of Comal County is set to break ground on an $11 million facility that will continue to support their mission of helping families and victims of crisis and trauma.
Burglary suspect falls 70 feet in quarry pit, dies during pursuit with police in Comal County
Read full article: Burglary suspect falls 70 feet in quarry pit, dies during pursuit with police in Comal CountyA juvenile burglary suspect died early Tuesday after falling about 70 feet in a quarry pit during a pursuit with San Marcos police.
Comal County sheriff’s deputy fired after Christmas Eve DWI crash
Read full article: Comal County sheriff’s deputy fired after Christmas Eve DWI crashA Comal County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been terminated after investigators said he crashed his truck on Interstate 35 while driving intoxicated Dec. 24.
Former inmate says lack of medical care at Comal County Jail led to her baby’s death
Read full article: Former inmate says lack of medical care at Comal County Jail led to her baby’s deathA former Comal County Jail inmate claims a lack of medical care she received while pregnant in custody last month contributed to the death of her newborn son.
Central Comal County MUD District 1 Directors, Propositions election results for Nov. 7, 2023
Read full article: Central Comal County MUD District 1 Directors, Propositions election results for Nov. 7, 2023Voters will select up to five candidates for directors on the Central Comal County Municipal Utility District No. 1. Voters will also decide the fate of four propositions.
All election results for Texas Constitutional Amendments, local mayors, city councils, propositions for Nov. 7, 2023
Read full article: All election results for Texas Constitutional Amendments, local mayors, city councils, propositions for Nov. 7, 2023Voters across Texas will head to the polls on Nov. 7 to decide the fate of 14 constitutional amendments dealing with property taxes, infrastructure, state parks, farming/ranching, teacher retirement, and more.
New partnership between dog groomers, humane society gives hope for pets waiting to be adopted
Read full article: New partnership between dog groomers, humane society gives hope for pets waiting to be adoptedA new partnership between the Bulverde Area Humane Society and Stone Oak’s For the Love of Dogs dog grooming salon is making it a mission to help animals waiting to be adopted while assisting new adopter’s wallets.
Canyon Lake community focuses on tourism outside the lake to survive ongoing drought, extreme heat
Read full article: Canyon Lake community focuses on tourism outside the lake to survive ongoing drought, extreme heatWith record-breaking heat and ongoing drought, business owners across Comal County were concerned about what tourism would look like in Summer 2023. But the Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce said they still saw business.
Archdiocese of San Antonio removes Comal County priest from duties following sexual misconduct allegations
Read full article: Archdiocese of San Antonio removes Comal County priest from duties following sexual misconduct allegationsThe Archdiocese of San Antonio removed a priest assigned to a Comal County Catholic church from his ministerial duties following allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual grooming of a minor.
Registered sex offender wanted again for child sex crime in Comal County
Read full article: Registered sex offender wanted again for child sex crime in Comal CountyA registered sex offender who was arrested earlier this month on child sex crime charges is once again wanted by law enforcement authorities.
Comal ISD to have armed school resource officers at every campus in 2023-24 school year
Read full article: Comal ISD to have armed school resource officers at every campus in 2023-24 school yearThe Comal Independent School District plans to have School Resource Officers at all its campuses in the 2023-24 school year, district officials said Thursday.
Stage 3 drought restrictions set for some areas of Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Kendall, Medina counties
Read full article: Stage 3 drought restrictions set for some areas of Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Kendall, Medina countiesDry conditions across Texas have led to Stage 3 drought restrictions for some areas outside Bexar County.
Registered sex offender arrested after picking up young female at her home, deputies say
Read full article: Registered sex offender arrested after picking up young female at her home, deputies sayA registered sex offender is in custody after Comal County deputies said he was caught picking up a young female at her home late last month.
A Comal County ranch owner ponders selling his land, setting off another clash between property rights and environmental concerns
Read full article: A Comal County ranch owner ponders selling his land, setting off another clash between property rights and environmental concernsWhen the owner applied for a state permit that could pave the way for a subdivision, neighbors and environmentalists rallied against it in the name of protecting the area’s rivers and the Edwards Aquifer.
Comal County Sheriff’s sergeant, deputy lose jobs after not disclosing sexual relationship
Read full article: Comal County Sheriff’s sergeant, deputy lose jobs after not disclosing sexual relationshipA Comal County Sheriff’s Office sergeant and deputy lost their jobs earlier this year after failing to disclose to their administration that they had been involved in a sexual relationship, personnel records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.
Lower water levels increase tubing time on Comal River
Read full article: Lower water levels increase tubing time on Comal RiverHot and dry conditions mean the trip down the river is a little different this year. With water levels dropping, the time it takes has significantly slowed down to 3.5 hours.
Comal ISD middle, elementary students win stock market game
Read full article: Comal ISD middle, elementary students win stock market gameThe Stock Market Game provides students with the opportunity to learn the value of long-term investing through an online educational program offered to teachers in Central Texas.
KSAT goes on late-night frog expedition at Natural Bridge Caverns to see what’s croaking in the water
Read full article: KSAT goes on late-night frog expedition at Natural Bridge Caverns to see what’s croaking in the waterThey makeup some of the unique sounds of the South Texas wildlife, and a KSAT crew recently got a rare look at frogs in their natural environment.