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Water infrastructure bill passed in Washington will have ripple effects on San Antonio creek
Read full article: Water infrastructure bill passed in Washington will have ripple effects on San Antonio creekA bill passed in the U.S. House of Representatives targeting water infrastructure across the United States will have ripple effects on a San Antonio creek.
South Side family honors late brother with Halloween tradition
Read full article: South Side family honors late brother with Halloween traditionHalloween is always a big deal on San Antonio’s South Side, particularly for the Rodriguez family, who have turned the holiday into a cherished tradition. This year, however, the festivities carry a bittersweet note as the family remembers their beloved Josh Leija, who passed away from cancer in November 2023.
City to host public hearing for naming of Westside Creeks Ecosystem
Read full article: City to host public hearing for naming of Westside Creeks EcosystemThe ecosystem is comprised of the San Pedro, Apache, Alazán and Martínez Creeks; each creek will retain its name, a Public Works press release said.
Recent graduate from IDEA Carver College Prep awarded Spurs Give memoral scholarship
Read full article: Recent graduate from IDEA Carver College Prep awarded Spurs Give memoral scholarshipA recent graduate from IDEA Carver College Prep was chosen by Spurs Give on Tuesday as the the 2023-2024 Angelo Drossos Memorial Scholarship recipient.
‘It’s not snitching’: Friend of murder victim appealing for information on killer
Read full article: ‘It’s not snitching’: Friend of murder victim appealing for information on killerRay Rodriguez hopes a Crime Stoppers appeal will convince people to come forward with information on the October 18 murder of his roommate, Domingo Castaneda, 42.
Capitol rioter who shocked police officer with stun gun is sentenced to over 12 years in prison
Read full article: Capitol rioter who shocked police officer with stun gun is sentenced to over 12 years in prisonA California man who drove a stun gun into a police officer’s neck during one of the most violent clashes of the U.S. Capitol riot has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
17 migrants found trapped in train car near Uvalde: 2 dead, others hospitalized
Read full article: 17 migrants found trapped in train car near Uvalde: 2 dead, others hospitalized“It’s sad to see that so many undocumented immigrants were found in this condition, and two of them lost their lives. It’s heartbreaking,” Rodriguez said.
Bad blood between Grey Forest mayor, police administration preceded department’s implosion
Read full article: Bad blood between Grey Forest mayor, police administration preceded department’s implosionThe temporary loss of what some residents call the city’s “24/7 police coverage” has pitted neighbor against neighbor with one faction blaming Waldrop and the other blaming a law enforcement agency that detractors say lacked initiative and clear operating standards.
Santana, Rodríguez, Rondón suspended for positive drug tests
Read full article: Santana, Rodríguez, Rondón suspended for positive drug testsOutfielder/first baseman Danny Santana, pitcher Richard Rodríguez and infielder José Rondón were suspended for 80 games each Monday in the first discipline since the major league drug testing program resumed March 11 following a 99-day suspension during the lockout.
Hispanic, Latino, Latina or Latinx? A San Antonio area professor explains
Read full article: Hispanic, Latino, Latina or Latinx? A San Antonio area professor explainsWhen it comes to Hispanics and Latinos, there’s a term that continues to bring up a lot of discussion: Latinx. A local professor explains the term.
UFC fighter making a difference teaching others
Read full article: UFC fighter making a difference teaching othersRay Rodriguez shows off some of his belts as he prepares for his next UFC fight in Las Vegas. SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio has a long boxing history but over the last two decades, more fighters and fans are taking up mixed martial arts. Ray Rodriguez, who was born in San Antonio but attended high school in Floresville, will be traveling to Las Vegas to compete in UFC Fight Night 187. “When we opened this academy, there wasn’t many martial arts in the South Side of San Antonio, jiu-jitsu specifically,” said Rodriguez. “To be able to be a professional fighter, to have this gym as well, it’s a beautiful thing.
Strong typhoon leaves 42 dead, 20 missing in Philippines
Read full article: Strong typhoon leaves 42 dead, 20 missing in PhilippinesThick mud and debris coated many villages around the Philippine capital Friday after Typhoon Vamco caused extensive flooding that sent residents fleeing to their roofs and killing dozens of people. Floodwaters receded and the weather cleared in many areas after Typhoon Vamco blew out into the South China Sea on Friday, but the military said it was still rescuing people trapped in some flooded communities. The national police reported that the death toll had risen to at least 42 with 20 missing. The president is not missing, he is always with us,” presidential spokesman Harry Roque said, without offering any further details. More than 400,000 people were evacuated to higher ground before the typhoon hit, mainly residents of vulnerable coastal and low-lying areas.
‘How can you wake up from this nightmare?’: Family torn after 13-year-old daughter arrested in brother’s murder
Read full article: ‘How can you wake up from this nightmare?’: Family torn after 13-year-old daughter arrested in brother’s murderThe people arrested for Rene’s murder were his 13-year-old sister and her 13-year-old boyfriend. The family believes Rene’s sister had let her boyfriend in the house. Raquel Rodriguez, Rene’s sister, said the two 13-year-olds had been in a relationship for almost a year, but their family disapproved. His younger brother, Ruben, said their bond was special. “I feel like I’m alone in the house,” Ruben said.
Man who died after flea market shooting IDd by authorities
Read full article: Man who died after flea market shooting IDd by authoritiesSAN ANTONIO A man who died from injuries suffered during a Sunday shooting at a San Antonio flea market has been identified. Edward Rodriquez, 28, died from a gunshot wound to the abdomen, according to the Bexar County Medical Examiners Office. Rodriguez succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital after the suspected targeted incident at the Mission Open Air Market, located at 707 Moursund Blvd. We dont believe, at this point, that any of the people who were shot were innocent bystanders, McManus said. WATCH: Officials describe chaos at flea market shooting
San Antonio political strategist talks key takeaways from Tuesdays runoff elections
Read full article: San Antonio political strategist talks key takeaways from Tuesdays runoff electionsSAN ANTONIO Longtime political strategist Christian Archer weighed in on some key takeaways from Tuesdays runoff election. I think most people in politics in San Antonio and Bexar County thought Chico would win, Archer said. Another race that Archer was closely watching was the Republican race for Bexar County Commissioner, Precinct 3. Roland Gutierrez won Bexar County pretty strongly. Looks like hes going to win Election Day, he said.
‘We don’t know what lies ahead’: West Side Mexican restaurant struggles amid COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: ‘We don’t know what lies ahead’: West Side Mexican restaurant struggles amid COVID-19 pandemicSAN ANTONIO – For over 40 years Gilbert's Mexican Restaurant has been a staple on the west side. The last few months have caused owner Gilbert Rodriguez to feel stressed and often times depressed. “I never thought this was going to happen and it scares me because we don’t know what lies ahead,” Rodriguez said. The first time we visited the restaurant for Flavor Favs back in 2016, the place was jammed packed and full of energy. Gilbert’s Mexican Restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday and is located at 8138 Marbach Rd.
Nonprofit helping families with children battling cancer
Read full article: Nonprofit helping families with children battling cancerLittle did Rodriguez know then, it would be the name of her nonprofit, Ma Hilas Heart Project. "When I was hurt, she'd cut red construction paper into a heart," Rodriguez said her mother would tell her. In a very real sense, Rodriguez said that's what her nonprofit is doing for families with children battling cancer. All the way through, to furniture for the family living room set to bicycles for the entire family.Rodriguez said if needed, Ma Hilas Heart Project pays for medicines and groceries. Until then, Rodriguez said Ma Hilas Heart Project will be there for them and their families.