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San Antonio City Council will review emergency response protocols after recent home explosions in East Side neighborhoods, sparking concerns about first responder preparedness. Meanwhile, students in Marble Falls are launching a student-run newspaper to replace their town’s shuttered local paper, blending journalism with creative projects.

San Antonio faced a lightning strike that sparked a fire at a home in North Side, prompting an emergency response and ongoing investigation, while heavy rain caused flooding in Medina and Bexar counties. The city also celebrated Juneteenth Festival with cultural events and community gatherings downtown.

San Antonio: Overnight storms caused power outages and road closures in Bexar County, while a fatal domestic dispute in Stone Oak has sparked community mourning. Human remains linked to a missing San Antonio man were found on a South Texas ranch, leading to an arrest and new developments in the case.

San Antonio officials warn of a major flu outbreak affecting over 150 servicemembers at Lackland Air Force Base, urging vaccinations and hygiene measures, while the city celebrates a $185.2 million deal with Toyota to boost manufacturing and create hundreds of jobs. A local girls flag football team made history by advancing to the national tournament, highlighting community pride ahead of the U.S....

San Antonio faced severe flooding and flash floods in June 2026, prompting emergency alerts, while a kidnapping suspect was pursued across Live Oak County. A homicide investigation in Far West Bexar County saw a person of interest found dead, and Congressman Joaquin Castro called for the release of an ICE detainee.

San Antonio police are investigating a high-stakes confrontation on the North Side where a wanted man fired at officers and was shot in self-defense. The city also announces the opening of its first LGBTQ+ youth transitional housing center, offering safe housing and support services for homeless LGBTQ+ youth.

San Antonio: Texas Governor Greg Abbott declares disaster emergency in Bexar County due to severe storms and flooding, while a father and son from New Jersey are attacked in downtown San Antonio. City leaders debate property tax exemptions amid ongoing weather impacts and social media reports of flooded streets.

San Antonio officials issue flash flood warnings for Bexar, Medina, Kendall, and Northern Maverick counties amid heavy rainfall, while two wrong-way crashes on Loop 410 and elsewhere claim multiple lives, raising concerns about impaired driving. City leaders face backlash over a controversial housing development near the eastern border, which could drastically alter local infrastructure and commun...

San Antonio: A woman is in critical condition after being shot in downtown San Antonio, and San Antonio Judge Stephanie Boyd faces a judicial conduct warning. A separate crash in southwest San Antonio left a driver critically injured, while three small Texas towns are preserving their old-school business traditions.

San Antonio police are investigating a fatal stabbing and shooting at a family-owned business on the Northwest Side, with the suspect in custody. The Spurs face rising ticket prices for the NBA Finals, raising concerns about accessibility for local fans.

San Antonio officials warn of dangerous summer heatwaves and urge residents to prepare, while major events like the River Parade and Fiesta Market bring traffic challenges. The city also faces pressure to upgrade infrastructure for the Spurs' championship push and struggles with slow tourism recovery despite rising hotel bookings.

San Antonio officials are boosting security for the Spurs-Knicks Game 5 at the Alamo Dome following recent fan violence, while 23 new free outdoor pools open this summer to combat the heatwave. A potential summer cold front may bring cooler temperatures and rain next week, with today’s forecast showing mainly clear skies and a high of 91°F.

San Antonio officials are boosting motorcycle safety measures after a 15% rise in accidents, pushing for stricter helmet laws and awareness campaigns. Faith groups are protesting immigration arrests in downtown San Antonio, demanding humane treatment and policy reform as detention impacts families.

San Antonio residents deal with insect swarms linked to recent rainstorms and warnings about New World screwworms threatening livestock. The city also faces developing storms, with Spurs NBA Finals Game 3 watch parties planned across the city.

San Antonio transportation officials announced the permanent closure of the I-10 ramp near La Cantera starting next week to improve traffic and safety. A new food security initiative launched by local restaurants and community groups allows diners to help feed children in need through meal donations.

San Antonio: Bexar County jail inmate dies after transport to hospital, critical driver injury reported on West Side, and fatal shooting in northwest San Antonio under investigation. History buffs can explore the few remaining landmarks in a quiet Hill Country town once central to Texas’ frontier era.

San Antonio crews are closing the Loop 1604 flyover ramp for multi-day infrastructure work, while a second New World screwworm case in Texas raises concerns for livestock producers. The Spurs face the Knicks in NBA Finals Game 2, and a Houston-to-San Antonio man returns to donate 100 pairs of shoes to children in Katy.

San Antonio police terminate officer after deadly conduct arrest, raising questions about accountability, while Eastside residents grapple with Spurs' departure and efforts to preserve the area's legacy. Authorities arrest suspect in 2021 murder of Erick Torres, offering closure to the family and highlighting the city's pursuit of justice.

San Antonio's Spurs donated 1,000 NBA Finals tickets to youth nonprofits, while a $108 million luxury community breaks ground in the city. A councilwoman proposes renaming a street after drag performer Erica Andrews, and the mayor's office faces its eighth staff departure this month.

San Antonio officials announced upgrades to flood warning systems following last year’s deadly flooding, while a tragic incident during a Spurs celebration left two teens dead and emergency investigations underway. The city also celebrated the opening of Leon Creek Flats, a new affordable housing complex on Lincoln Avenue.

San Antonio police confirm a man died in a stabbing on the northeast side and a triple shooting left a teen critically injured on the West Side, sparking discussions on violence and resource allocation. A New York Times investigation into Texas school police also fuels debate over training and oversight in classrooms.

San Antonio: A man was killed in a house fire on the North Side, and TxDOT is upgrading a deadly highway near the city. Local politics sees a tight race in the Northeast Side Alamo Colleges runoff, while authorities seek help finding a toddler near Selma.

San Antonio's Spurs made history with a Game 7 NBA Finals win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, led by Wembanyama's standout performance. The Texas Mission of Mercy provided free dental care at Our Lady of the Lake University, supporting community health efforts.

San Antonio authorities have identified an elderly woman killed by her grandson in Shavano Park, while a school police investigation reveals excessive force against students in Texas. A brain-dead teen remains hospitalized after a Spurs honking incident, and two men plead guilty to bribing Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.

San Antonio's Local Wire update highlights a tragic mental health incident in Shavano Park involving a 27-year-old man and calls for improved response protocols, plus scrutiny of San Antonio Animal Care Services over rising dog bite reports despite a $15 million budget boost. The episode also covers the Salesian Sisters' viral support for the Spurs and National Brisket Day celebrations across the...