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Suspect in weekend murder has long criminal history, including previous murder charge
Read full article: Suspect in weekend murder has long criminal history, including previous murder chargeFranco Summers, 32, is accused of killing his girlfriend's father, 43-year-old Christopher Fuentes. However, this isn't Summers' first murder arrest. Another case against him in 2013 was dismissed.
Man arrested, accused of murder in connection with weekend shooting, affidavit says
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of murder in connection with weekend shooting, affidavit saysA man accused of murder in connection with a shooting on the far North Side was arrested over the weekend, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by KSAT.
Medical Examiner’s Office identifies woman’s father who was shot, killed by her boyfriend
Read full article: Medical Examiner’s Office identifies woman’s father who was shot, killed by her boyfriendThe Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the father of a woman who was shot and killed by her boyfriend.
SAPD says woman’s boyfriend shoots, kills her father at North Side restaurant
Read full article: SAPD says woman’s boyfriend shoots, kills her father at North Side restaurantSan Antonio police said it is searching for a man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend’s father early Saturday morning.
Have you seen these people? SAPD searching for suspect in fatal North Side apartment shooting
Read full article: Have you seen these people? SAPD searching for suspect in fatal North Side apartment shootingSan Antonio police are searching for a suspect, or suspects, in connection with a fatal shooting during a dispute last month at a North Side apartment complex.
Country, but Convenient: Oakland Estates residents embrace nature, resist urban growth
Read full article: Country, but Convenient: Oakland Estates residents embrace nature, resist urban growthOakland Estates is named for the numerous oak trees that line this area, which sits along Huebner Road, not far from the Medical Center, Interstate 10 and Babcock Road.
Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plans
Read full article: Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plansResidents of Oakland Estates have long been vocal about issues affecting their community. What they did not anticipate was a shift in focus to a new and pressing matter: a large-scale drainage project in the area.
In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with nature
Read full article: In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with natureIn Oakland Estates, there’s room to breathe. Not just for the residents but for the wildlife, too. That might explain why you’ll find so many animals roaming the neighborhood.
Two South Side comedians to host the 2024 Tejano Music Awards in San Antonio
Read full article: Two South Side comedians to host the 2024 Tejano Music Awards in San AntonioSan Antonio’s entertainment scene is about to get even more exciting as two of the city’s beloved comedians, John Perez and Chona E, take the stage as hosts of the 2024 Tejano Music Awards.
Live from the Southside expands literacy initiative with support from Lone Star Bank, San Antonio River Authority
Read full article: Live from the Southside expands literacy initiative with support from Lone Star Bank, San Antonio River AuthorityLive from the Southside is pleased to announce the continued growth of its literacy initiative, now supported by Lone Star National Bank and the San Antonio River Authority.
SAPD identifies suspect shot by officer after pulling gun during traffic stop
Read full article: SAPD identifies suspect shot by officer after pulling gun during traffic stopThe San Antonio Police Department identified a suspect who was shot by an officer after he allegedly shot at the officer during a traffic stop on the South Side.
SAPD identifies 17-year-old arrested in connection with striking pedestrian with vehicle on South Side
Read full article: SAPD identifies 17-year-old arrested in connection with striking pedestrian with vehicle on South SideSan Antonio police have released the name of a 17-year-old man who was arrested after authorities said he hit a man with a pickup truck.
Suspect charged with murder in connection with his father’s shooting death, affidavit says
Read full article: Suspect charged with murder in connection with his father’s shooting death, affidavit saysA 23-year-old San Antonio man was arrested in connection with the shooting death of his father, according to police.
CPS Energy: ‘No fires were reported’ in West Side area where residents say they witnessed power line-related fires
Read full article: CPS Energy: ‘No fires were reported’ in West Side area where residents say they witnessed power line-related firesCPS Energy refuted residents' claims that multiple fires were sparked by power lines behind their West Side homes.
San Antonio police arrest man accused of striking, killing pedestrian with vehicle, records show
Read full article: San Antonio police arrest man accused of striking, killing pedestrian with vehicle, records showThe San Antonio Police Department said its officers arrested a man in connection with a deadly collision on the West Side.
Haitian Culture Festival unites community, highlights heritage and resilience
Read full article: Haitian Culture Festival unites community, highlights heritage and resilienceTogetherness, culture and a path forward were the goals of the 2024 Haitian Culture Festival on the West Side after false claims ran rampant during the election season.
West Side house fire causes roughly $10k in damage, SAFD says
Read full article: West Side house fire causes roughly $10k in damage, SAFD saysA fire that started in a back house damaged a home on the city’s West Side and left one person injured early Wednesday night, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
‘Councilman McKee Rodriguez is a liar’: Ethics complaint filed over zoning trickery, but not by its target
Read full article: ‘Councilman McKee Rodriguez is a liar’: Ethics complaint filed over zoning trickery, but not by its targetCouncilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has been hit with an ethics complaint over an attempt last month to mislead a semi-truck dealer and cut off its plan for a new dealership at the knees. But the complaint isn’t coming from the truck dealer, whose representative said they would “never pursue anything like this.”
Two people arrested in Northeast Side motel standoff, SAPD says
Read full article: Two people arrested in Northeast Side motel standoff, SAPD saysSan Antonio police have arrested several people in connection with an active standoff at a far Northeast Side motel, a department spokesperson said in a press conference.
East Side councilman’s failed trick to block semi-truck dealership blows up both plans
Read full article: East Side councilman’s failed trick to block semi-truck dealership blows up both plansCouncilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez pushed to annex the property near I-10 and Loop 1604 into the city limits without the zoning Doggett Freightliner was seeking and effectively killed its plans.
Man wanted for capital murder arrested, accused of leading New Braunfels police officers on chase, police say
Read full article: Man wanted for capital murder arrested, accused of leading New Braunfels police officers on chase, police sayTwo men, including one wanted for capital murder, are behind bars in connection with a high-speed chase involving New Braunfels police, officials said.
Banco de Alimentos de New Braunfels lanza campaña para ayudar familias en Acción de Gracias
Read full article: Banco de Alimentos de New Braunfels lanza campaña para ayudar familias en Acción de GraciasEl Banco de Alimentos de New Braunfels ha lanzado su campaña “Holiday Hope Drive” para recolectar alimentos y ayudar a las familias a disfrutar de una comida de Acción de Gracias este año.
Fox found dead in Boerne tests positive for rabies; may be same animal that bit woman in October
Read full article: Fox found dead in Boerne tests positive for rabies; may be same animal that bit woman in OctoberA month after a woman in Boerne was bitten by a fox possibly infected with rabies, a fox was found dead that was indeed infected with rabies, according to city officials.
Kerrville police release names of officer, suspect involved in shooting after multi-city pursuit
Read full article: Kerrville police release names of officer, suspect involved in shooting after multi-city pursuitKerrville police have released the names of the officer and suspect involved in a shooting after a multi-city pursuit.
10-year-old student charged for Kerrville ISD school threat, police say
Read full article: 10-year-old student charged for Kerrville ISD school threat, police sayA 10-year-old student was charged after making terrorist threats towards a Kerrville Independent School District’s middle school campus, according to police.
WATCH: Kerrville residents express mixed opinions on 2024 presidential election in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’
Read full article: WATCH: Kerrville residents express mixed opinions on 2024 presidential election in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’KSAT is spotlighting the concerns of people across various South Texas towns ahead of the 2024 presidential election in the series, “Your Voice, South Texas.”
Kerrville bounces back after city sees up to seven inches of rainfall in one day
Read full article: Kerrville bounces back after city sees up to seven inches of rainfall in one dayWhat a difference a week makes. Last Tuesday, Kerrville saw heavy rain that led to city-wide flooding. Almost a week later, residents there enjoyed the benefits of the Guadalupe River by getting a healthy drink of water.
Seguin ISD looks to voters to help bridge $4 million budget deficit
Read full article: Seguin ISD looks to voters to help bridge $4 million budget deficitSeguin ISD looks for voter approval on a tax rate change to increase how much money it receives from the state. Prop A is a voter approval tax rate.
MORE LOCAL NEWS
Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plans
Read full article: Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plansResidents of Oakland Estates have long been vocal about issues affecting their community. What they did not anticipate was a shift in focus to a new and pressing matter: a large-scale drainage project in the area.
In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with nature
Read full article: In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with natureIn Oakland Estates, there’s room to breathe. Not just for the residents but for the wildlife, too. That might explain why you’ll find so many animals roaming the neighborhood.
Oakland Estates' melting pot of faiths creates home away from home for families
Read full article: Oakland Estates' melting pot of faiths creates home away from home for familiesThe Oakland Estates community is made up of several different cultures which means, its diverse nature goes beyond people. This cut-out of the city is made up of a variety of faiths.
History of Oakland Estates has ties to Battle of Bexar
Read full article: History of Oakland Estates has ties to Battle of BexarThe history of the Oakland Estates neighborhood can be traced back to a land grant awarded to a man who fought in the Battle of Bexar to defend San Antonio and force Mexican forces to retreat.
Oakland Estates residents resist city sprawl, fight for ‘country with convenience’
Read full article: Oakland Estates residents resist city sprawl, fight for ‘country with convenience’Oakland Estates is named for the numerous oak trees that line this area, which sits along Huebner Road, not far from the Medical Center, Interstate 10 and Babcock Road.
5 things domestic violence survivor took away from Brad Simpson’s murder arrest affidavit
Read full article: 5 things domestic violence survivor took away from Brad Simpson’s murder arrest affidavitWhile the murder warrant document was triggering for survivors like Mariah Gardner to read, she thought it a good opportunity to educate the community and share her own similar experiences.
Federal Trade Commission offers free privacy and online safety program for children
Read full article: Federal Trade Commission offers free privacy and online safety program for childrenThe Federal Trade Commission's Youville program teaches kids ages 8-12 to understand privacy and online safety, advertising, spotting scams, and digital citizenship.
Bike lanes around Woodlawn Lake will be talking point at second public meeting
Read full article: Bike lanes around Woodlawn Lake will be talking point at second public meetingImproved bike lane infrastructure around Woodlawn Lake will again be discussed at a public meeting with San Antonio’s Transportation Department.
Evidence hearing scheduled for missing Olmos Park woman’s husband
Read full article: Evidence hearing scheduled for missing Olmos Park woman’s husbandA hearing for examining trial was granted and scheduled for Brad Simpson, who is charged with murder in connection with his wife’s presumed death.
Hundreds of calls led San Antonio Zoning Commission to consider changes for transit-oriented development
Read full article: Hundreds of calls led San Antonio Zoning Commission to consider changes for transit-oriented developmentTransit-oriented development is a type of city planning designed to support growth near public transportation.
Man wanted for capital murder arrested, accused of leading New Braunfels police officers on chase, police say
Read full article: Man wanted for capital murder arrested, accused of leading New Braunfels police officers on chase, police sayTwo men, including one wanted for capital murder, are behind bars in connection with a high-speed chase involving New Braunfels police, officials said.
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.