‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distress
Read full article: ‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distressImages of police officers with dogs, beating through brush, may be what comes to mind when there is an unsolved missing persons case.
San Antonio families affected by drunk driving crashes call for awareness as DWI arrests increase
Read full article: San Antonio families affected by drunk driving crashes call for awareness as DWI arrests increaseDuring part of Thanksgiving week this year, San Antonio police made nearly a 30% increase in DWI arrests compared to the same date range last year.
Restaurant owner worried tariffs, downtown construction could hamper business
Read full article: Restaurant owner worried tariffs, downtown construction could hamper businessThe owner of Guillermo's in downtown San Antonio is worried tariffs and continued downtown construction could spell trouble for other businesses.
Residents in NW Side neighborhood blame poor drainage for major flooding, damage
Read full article: Residents in NW Side neighborhood blame poor drainage for major flooding, damagePeople along Dhaka View street are trying to make repairs to their homes and cars after floodwaters swept through last Thursday. They say they've had ongoing problems there due to poor drainage.
San Antonio family honors sister’s memory with Fiesta medals to combat drunk driving
Read full article: San Antonio family honors sister’s memory with Fiesta medals to combat drunk drivingSome collectors have thousands, while others have only a couple of Fiesta medals. It’s a tradition in San Antonio, but new to Natalie Garza.
Kerrville officials, residents prepare for low-impact cold rain after severe weather concern fades
Read full article: Kerrville officials, residents prepare for low-impact cold rain after severe weather concern fadesAs the temperatures continue to drop around San Antonio and the Hill Country, Kerrville Fire Chief Eric Maloney said that his city’s situation appears to be improving.
Woman convicted of killing bicyclist in March 2022 sentenced to 12 years in prison
Read full article: Woman convicted of killing bicyclist in March 2022 sentenced to 12 years in prisonA Bexar County judge sentenced a woman to 12 years in prison on Friday after she was convicted of running over and killing a bicyclist two years ago.
San Antonio Food Bank helps families from school districts across city
Read full article: San Antonio Food Bank helps families from school districts across cityThe San Antonio Food Bank feeds 15,000 people over three days of food distribution to families of local school districts, South San ISD, Northside ISD and San Antonio ISD.
Victim of ‘high-five’ robbery satisfied with arrest of suspect
Read full article: Victim of ‘high-five’ robbery satisfied with arrest of suspectSan Antonio police say Adrianna Dolores Garza, 47, is the woman who was caught on camera in July sharing a high-five with a man. They believe the pair were celebrating after robbing and roughing up Jose Santos Hernandez, 86.
‘I don’t know why it happened’: Dog daycare owner confused about random shooting
Read full article: ‘I don’t know why it happened’: Dog daycare owner confused about random shootingShocked. Frustrated. Confused. Those are the emotions that Stephanie Garza, owner of Pup Pup & Away, felt after her business was randomly shot at around 2 a.m. on Aug 13.
Travis County Attorney drops charges against 79 more UT-Austin protesters
Read full article: Travis County Attorney drops charges against 79 more UT-Austin protestersThe arrests were the result of the second police crackdown on pro-Palestine demonstrations at UT-Austin. The first protest, on April 24, resulted in 57 arrests, which were also dismissed.
Here’s where you can get fresh produce as National Public Health week starts Monday
Read full article: Here’s where you can get fresh produce as National Public Health week starts MondayNational Public Health Week starts Monday and lasts through April 7. Cities across the country are offering people tips about how they can improve their health.
Thousands of cases remain unindicted by Bexar County District Attorney’s Office
Read full article: Thousands of cases remain unindicted by Bexar County District Attorney’s OfficeAn open records request shows that 5,714 cases between 2022 and 2023 are awaiting indictments by the Bexar County District Attorney's Office.
Man charged in girlfriend’s death after remains found in burn pit, Atascosa County sheriff says
Read full article: Man charged in girlfriend’s death after remains found in burn pit, Atascosa County sheriff saysA San Antonio man has been charged after human remains were found in a burn pit behind a home in Atascosa County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Ken Paxton wins third term as attorney general, beating Democrat Rochelle Garza
Read full article: Ken Paxton wins third term as attorney general, beating Democrat Rochelle GarzaIn a difficult cycle for Democrats, the race was widely seen as the most competitive statewide election because of Paxton’s laundry list of legal troubles.
San Antonio woman organizing flood relief for area where she’s from in Mexico
Read full article: San Antonio woman organizing flood relief for area where she’s from in MexicoRose Garza hopes what is now a desire to help flood victims in the state of Coahuila where she’s from will become an actual relief effort for the people who are still there.
CPS Energy enters contract negotiations with Rudy Garza to serve as permanent president & CEO
Read full article: CPS Energy enters contract negotiations with Rudy Garza to serve as permanent president & CEORudy D. Garza makes CPS Energy history as the board votes to name him CEO & President of the electric company. Garza will be the first Hispanic leader to hold this leadership position, according to a press release.
Migrants cross into US amid Governor Abbott’s visit to Eagle Pass
Read full article: Migrants cross into US amid Governor Abbott’s visit to Eagle PassMinutes before Governor Greg Abbott arrived to Eagle Pass’ International Bridge II Wednesday, a group of undocumented immigrants defied Operation Lone Star efforts and crossed the Rio Grande River into the U.S.
Rochelle Garza secures Democratic nomination for Texas attorney general race in November
Read full article: Rochelle Garza secures Democratic nomination for Texas attorney general race in NovemberGarza, a civil rights attorney from Brownsville, beat former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski during Tuesday’s primary runoff and will face the Republican nominee in the general election. A Democrat has not led the Texas attorney general’s office since 1994.
With renewed attention on abortion, Democrats in attorney general runoff vow to defend reproductive rights
Read full article: With renewed attention on abortion, Democrats in attorney general runoff vow to defend reproductive rightsRochelle Garza sued the Trump administration in 2017, seeking access to an abortion for an undocumented teenager. Joe Jaworski, a former Galveston mayor and a trial attorney for over three decades, presents himself as the more experienced candidate.
Democrat Lee Merritt suspends campaign for attorney general nine days after election day, clearing path for runoff
Read full article: Democrat Lee Merritt suspends campaign for attorney general nine days after election day, clearing path for runoffMerritt endorsed the top vote-getter, Rochelle Garza, who will face Joe Jaworski in the Democratic runoff for attorney general on May 24.
Rochelle Garza is headed into Democratic AG runoff, but her opponent is still undetermined
Read full article: Rochelle Garza is headed into Democratic AG runoff, but her opponent is still undeterminedFormer Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and civil rights lawyer Lee Merritt are in a heated battle for second place and a spot in a runoff in May.
Former ACLU lawyer Rochelle Garza decides to run for attorney general after redistricting upends congressional campaign
Read full article: Former ACLU lawyer Rochelle Garza decides to run for attorney general after redistricting upends congressional campaignGarza, a former lawyer for the American Civil Liberties Union, had been running to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville. U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-McAllen, is now running for Vela's seat after redistricting made Gonzalez's seat more competitive for Republicans.
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San Antonio students watch and learn as Jeff Bezos, crew successfully complete historic space launch
Read full article: San Antonio students watch and learn as Jeff Bezos, crew successfully complete historic space launchA group of San Antonio middle schoolers say they're excited for the future after watching Jeff Bezos' historic spaceflight with crew members on Tuesday morning.
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Some Texas power plants unexpectedly went offline last week. The grid operator says it still doesn’t know why
Read full article: Some Texas power plants unexpectedly went offline last week. The grid operator says it still doesn’t know whyTexans were asked to cut back on their electricity use for a week because of “tight” power grid conditions, according to ERCOT officials. They still haven’t said what caused the plant outages.
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Energy instability at forefront of Texans’ minds after second straight day of ‘tight grid’ conditions
Read full article: Energy instability at forefront of Texans’ minds after second straight day of ‘tight grid’ conditionsFor the second mild spring day in a row, officials with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, or ERCOT, said Wednesday that they were dealing with tight energy grid conditions.
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‘The building shook’: Houston family recounts surviving Nashville explosion
Read full article: ‘The building shook’: Houston family recounts surviving Nashville explosionNASHVILLE, Tenn. – A Houston family is counting their blessings after surviving the Christmas Day explosion in Nashville. The family had rented an Airbnb, which was located just a half-block from where the explosion happened. Garza said the building that housed her family began to shake from the impact. We heard a loud, loud, loud explosion.”The window near the bed where Garza and her husband were sleeping popped out of the frame as well. The family said they hope to revisit the Airbnb to gather some of their belongings after the curfew for downtown Nashville ends Sunday night.
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San Antonio plant company thriving in time of COVID-19
Read full article: San Antonio plant company thriving in time of COVID-19Burgeon Plant Co. rooted out of a cargo truck when they first launched in the summer of this year. It just forces us to pause and slow down, to take care of something outside of ourselves.”The most popular purchase among plant lovers are called snake plants, a low-maintenance option. The most popular purchase among plant lovers are called snake plants, a low-maintenance option. Garza and Rivera said they’re thankful for the outpouring of support from San Antonio plant lovers and plan to soon expand their services. For more on Burgeon Plant Co., click here.
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My pandemic pregnancy: ’We’re 18 years old ... We had to jump in’
Read full article: My pandemic pregnancy: ’We’re 18 years old ... We had to jump in’When Delicia Garza’s newborn daughter underwent surgery, an operation that required an overnight hospital stay, the San Antonio woman said it felt like the walls were closing in on her.
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Out of work and behind on rent, this South Texas mom says the pandemic is taking a toll on her mental health
Read full article: Out of work and behind on rent, this South Texas mom says the pandemic is taking a toll on her mental healthAnna Garza, 46, poses with her three children at their home in Weslaco. Garza is facing eviction if her unemployment benefits dont come through soon. After so many months of isolation and job loss, hundreds of thousands of Texans, like Anna Garza, are just trying to stay afloat financially and emotionally. Garza has anxiety and depression and could be facing eviction from her Weslaco rental after losing her job. How to get helpTexas COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: 833-986-1919National Alliance on Mental Illness Texas: 512-693-2000Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations National Helpline: 800-662-4357
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San Antonio mom creates sensory boxes for kids to learn and play at home
Read full article: San Antonio mom creates sensory boxes for kids to learn and play at home(Narwhal Sensory Box)Sofa Garza, mom of two boys and owner of Narwhal Sensory Boxes, started the business in November of 2019. According to Garza, Narwhal Sensory Boxes promote your little ones creativity, imagination and exploration while stimulating their senses, (Copyright 2020 by KSAT - All rights reserved.) Our little ones learn through play, Garza said. Play is important for healthy brains, bodies and social connections. The sensory boxes also encourage independent and open-ended play. Each box includes homemade play dough scented with essential oils to provide the benefits of the oils into your little ones play, Garza said.
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Texas runoff election results: U.S. Representative, District 20, Republican; Mauro Garza and Gary Allen
Read full article: Texas runoff election results: U.S. Representative, District 20, Republican; Mauro Garza and Gary AllenSAN ANTONIO Editors note: Election results will begin to populate on this page when early voting results are released at 7 p.m. (CST) on July 14. Background:Garza received 33% of the vote in March and will face Allen, who received 26% of the vote. The seat is currently held by incumbent Democratic Congressman Joaquin Castro, who has won handily in the last several general elections. You can find additional election results by scrolling to the bottom of this page. For more election coverage, go to our Vote 2020 page or sign up for our free election newsletter.
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Special education students fall behind as Texas schools scramble to adapt
Read full article: Special education students fall behind as Texas schools scramble to adaptMore than half a million students in Texas, 9.6%, receive special education services through public schools. While general education across Texas has geared back up with online classes for students stuck at home, special education is adapting slowly. More than two years ago, a federal investigation concluded Texas was illegally failing to provide thousands of students with adequate special education, and mandated fast improvements. With the arrival of COVID-19, Texas special education students are likely to fall even further behind as frayed parents try to keep up with their learning while juggling the other challenges of the shutdowns. But that doesn’t mean you offer nothing,” said Kristin McGuire, director of governmental relations at the Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education.
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Desperate immigrants call Brooks County 911
Read full article: Desperate immigrants call Brooks County 911Brooks County dispatchers often receive calls from illegal immigrants who are lost in brush and desperately seeking help. BROOKS COUNTY, Texas – Illegal immigrants overcome by the South Texas heat often call Brooks County 911, triggering an all-out search by sheriff’s deputies and U.S. Border Patrol. We’re not going to let them die out here,” said Rey Rodriguez, Brooks County sheriff. “Yes, yes,” he said. “Vargas, Vargas,” Angel kept repeating a name scrawled on a fence post.
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