Comal County DA seeks AG’s guidance on whether to identify Hill Country Prep shooter, release records to KSAT
Read full article: Comal County DA seeks AG’s guidance on whether to identify Hill Country Prep shooter, release records to KSATThe Comal County District Attorney’s Office asked the Texas Attorney General’s Office whether the county has to identify a 15-year-old student who shot a teacher and then turned the gun on himself at Hill County College Preparatory High School.
Was Camp Mystic’s flood response a crime? Former DA weighs in on what criminal investigation could look like
Read full article: Was Camp Mystic’s flood response a crime? Former DA weighs in on what criminal investigation could look likeThe deaths of more than two dozen campers and counselors at Camp Mystic during the July 4 floods in the Hill Country were a tragedy. But were they also a crime?
Texas Rangers join ‘criminal investigation’ into Camp Mystic neglect allegations, Lt. Gov. Patrick says
Read full article: Texas Rangers join ‘criminal investigation’ into Camp Mystic neglect allegations, Lt. Gov. Patrick saysThe Texas Rangers are joining the state investigation into allegations of neglect by Camp Mystic during the July 4 floods in the Hill Country.
Classes resume at Hill Country College Preparatory High School after deadly shooting on campus
Read full article: Classes resume at Hill Country College Preparatory High School after deadly shooting on campusClasses at Hill Country College Preparatory High School will resume on Tuesday, eight days after a 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then fatally shot himself.
Agencies refuse to identify student who shot teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School
Read full article: Agencies refuse to identify student who shot teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High SchoolThree days after a 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then turned the gun on himself at Hill County College Preparatory High School, government agencies are still refusing to identify the shooter.
Faith-based Hill Country summer camp welcomes children with incarcerated parents
Read full article: Faith-based Hill Country summer camp welcomes children with incarcerated parentsA military veteran started a camp for children with incarcerated parents to provide them a place to feel loved, have fun and build relationships.
Student used .357 revolver from home to shoot Hill Country College Preparatory High School teacher, deputies say
Read full article: Student used .357 revolver from home to shoot Hill Country College Preparatory High School teacher, deputies sayThe Comal County Sheriff’s Office says a 15-year-old student used a .357 revolver to shoot a teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School on Monday.
Hill Country College Prep shooting: Resources for families, how to talk to students
Read full article: Hill Country College Prep shooting: Resources for families, how to talk to studentsIn the wake of the shooting, Comal Independent School District is reminding families that even after a situation is resolved, the emotional impact on students can be lasting.
Ecumenical Center urges communication, support after deadly school shooting in Comal County
Read full article: Ecumenical Center urges communication, support after deadly school shooting in Comal CountyIn the aftermath of a deadly school shooting in Comal County, mental health professionals at the Ecumenical Center are urging families to focus on communication, awareness and emotional support.
What we know about the deadly shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School near Bulverde
Read full article: What we know about the deadly shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School near BulverdeAuthorities believe a 15-year-old student turned the gun on himself after shooting a teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School on Monday. Here’s what we know so far about the shooting.
Reports of student violence against Comal ISD educators surged over 3 school years, data shows
Read full article: Reports of student violence against Comal ISD educators surged over 3 school years, data showsReports of students injuring Comal Independent School District educators increased nearly 20 times over the last three school years, according to data analyzed by KSAT Investigates.
Parents, student express safety concerns after student shoots teacher at Comal ISD campus
Read full article: Parents, student express safety concerns after student shoots teacher at Comal ISD campusHill Country Preparatory College High School remains on lockdown after a student shot a teacher on Monday morning.
Student dead after shooting teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Comal ISD, sheriff says
Read full article: Student dead after shooting teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Comal ISD, sheriff saysA 15-year-old student is dead after shooting a teacher at Hill Country College Preparatory High School and then turning the gun on himself, Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said Monday.
Cold front brings 20 degree temperature drop to region
Read full article: Cold front brings 20 degree temperature drop to regionA strong cold front has brought a significant temperature drop of about 20 to 25 degrees. Clouds and cooler air Saturday, with a quick return to 80s and 90s expected early next week. Rain chances reappear midweek as another front approaches, possibly bringing meaningful rainfall to South-Central Texas.
Alamo Heights playground named in honor of Camp Mystic camper who died in Hill Country floods
Read full article: Alamo Heights playground named in honor of Camp Mystic camper who died in Hill Country floodsA local playground was named in honor of an 8-year-old who died in the July 4 Hill Country floods.
Ingram Little League Baseball returns thanks to teamwork after Hill Country floods
Read full article: Ingram Little League Baseball returns thanks to teamwork after Hill Country floodsIngram Little League is back, thanks in no small part to the Kerr County community as well as Minor and Major League Baseball.
Cold front brings 50-degree drop, gusty winds & power outages
Read full article: Cold front brings 50-degree drop, gusty winds & power outagesA cold front will arrive by evening, bringing strong gusty winds up to 50 mph. This could create spotty power outages. By Monday, temperatures will drop sharply, with San Antonio experiencing near 40°F and wind chills making it feel even colder.
Mark Teixeira wins GOP nomination for Texas’ 21st Congressional District, Kristin Hook takes Democratic nod
Read full article: Mark Teixeira wins GOP nomination for Texas’ 21st Congressional District, Kristin Hook takes Democratic nodWhile several congressional districts in Texas will have new constituents, U.S. House District 21 will remain largely unchanged in time for the 2026 primary election.
GOP state Rep. Virdell pushes back against Lt. Gov. Patrick on Camp Mystic’s reopening
Read full article: GOP state Rep. Virdell pushes back against Lt. Gov. Patrick on Camp Mystic’s reopeningThere has been disagreement in the Texas Legislature over the events that unfolded at Camp Mystic during the deadly Hill Country floods.
Trump honors Hill Country flood survivor, US Coast Guardsman during State of the Union address
Read full article: Trump honors Hill Country flood survivor, US Coast Guardsman during State of the Union addressPresident Donald Trump honored a Hill Country flood survivor and rescuer Tuesday evening during the State of the Union address.
Proposed high-voltage power line sparks pushback across Texas Hill Country
Read full article: Proposed high-voltage power line sparks pushback across Texas Hill CountryOpponents said the proposed 765-kilovolt power line could cause irreparable damage to spring-fed rivers, aquifer recharge zones and untouched ranch land.
New Braunfels City Council to decide on controversial zoning change for proposed housing project
Read full article: New Braunfels City Council to decide on controversial zoning change for proposed housing projectThe New Braunfels Planning Commission approved a zoning change for a housing development on the city's West Side. Though nearby neighbors are pointing to several concerns, they plan to take those issues to City Council later this month ahead of the vote.
‘S--- show out west’: Kerr County releases thousands of records showing officials’ response to July 4 flooding
Read full article: ‘S--- show out west’: Kerr County releases thousands of records showing officials’ response to July 4 floodingKerr County released thousands of pages of texts and emails on Tuesday afternoon detailing officials’ response during the catastrophic July 4 floods in the Hill Country.
Family of still-missing camper sues to shut down Camp Mystic
Read full article: Family of still-missing camper sues to shut down Camp MysticThe lawsuit by Catherine and Will Steward, parents of Cecilia “Cile” Steward, argues the family who owns and operates the camp should “never be responsible for children again.”
San Antonio museums, theme parks, attractions announce closures this weekend for winter weather
Read full article: San Antonio museums, theme parks, attractions announce closures this weekend for winter weatherPopular attractions in and around San Antonio have started to announce closures this weekend due to incoming winter weather.
Hazardous road conditions remain from overnight ice. Now? The focus is on the COLD!
Read full article: Hazardous road conditions remain from overnight ice. Now? The focus is on the COLD!The precipitation has finally left, however we are still seeing ice on the roads. Temperatures will slowly start to increase throughout the afternoon.
WATCH: KSAT’s full coverage of wintry weather in San Antonio, Hill Country
Read full article: WATCH: KSAT’s full coverage of wintry weather in San Antonio, Hill CountryKSAT is providing the latest on weather, traffic, power outages and more in and around San Antonio during this weekend’s wintry weather.
WINTER STORM WARNING: Cold rain changes to ice Saturday night in San Antonio
Read full article: WINTER STORM WARNING: Cold rain changes to ice Saturday night in San AntonioWINTER STORM WARNING: Cold rain changes to ice Saturday night in San Antonio. Travel impacts possible early Sunday, higher accumulations in the Hill Country
Comal, Kendall, Kerr counties prepare for potential icy conditions, urge residents to stay off roads
Read full article: Comal, Kendall, Kerr counties prepare for potential icy conditions, urge residents to stay off roadsLocal governments across Comal, Kendall and Kerr counties are ramping up preparations for a cold and potentially icy weekend, with officials warning residents to stay home if possible and to use caution if travel is unavoidable.
Mental health assessment predicts over 6,000 PTSD cases in adults following July 4 floods without care
Read full article: Mental health assessment predicts over 6,000 PTSD cases in adults following July 4 floods without careThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country said trauma-related symptoms following the Fourth of July floods are likely to intensify and continue for years without assistance.
WEEKEND UPDATE FOR SAN ANTONIO: Cold rain changing to ice
Read full article: WEEKEND UPDATE FOR SAN ANTONIO: Cold rain changing to iceFor San Antonio: Just wet roads Saturday until sunset. Ice likely to begin after sunset and last into Sunday morning. Up to 0.1" of ice possible around most of San Antonio, but higher accumulations up to 0.25" in the Hill Country could cause isolated power outages.
TxDOT crews to pretreat Hill Country, San Antonio-area roads with brine ahead of cold weather
Read full article: TxDOT crews to pretreat Hill Country, San Antonio-area roads with brine ahead of cold weatherTxDOT told KSAT that maintenance crews will begin pretreating roadways Thursday morning, focusing first on the Hill Country — including Kerrville and Boerne — and on northern parts of San Antonio.
$10 million in relief activated for small businesses affected by Hill Country flooding
Read full article: $10 million in relief activated for small businesses affected by Hill Country floodingThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is announcing a new small-business initiative for the Kerrville region and providing a six-month recovery update on the July 4 floods on Tuesday morning.
Kerr County commissioners approve next steps for permanent flood siren warning system
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners approve next steps for permanent flood siren warning systemKerr County Commissioners held a meeting on Monday morning to discuss several topics, including the implementation of an outdoor flood warning system.
San Antonio braces for chilly weekend temperatures
Read full article: San Antonio braces for chilly weekend temperaturesSan Antonio is experiencing a cold front with gusty winds and wind chills, leading to elevated fire danger across South Central Texas. Temperatures will drop this weekend, with highs in the 50s and 60s and possible freezes. Next week will see a rebound in temperatures with mild and sunny weather.
Comfort residents celebrate withdrawal of wastewater permit application for massive development
Read full article: Comfort residents celebrate withdrawal of wastewater permit application for massive developmentRoy Die and his Comfort neighbors started the year with good news. For 14 months, Die and the neighbors pushed back and raised concerns about the proposed high-density development plans.
Hunt community faces ongoing communication, mail challenges months after catastrophic floods
Read full article: Hunt community faces ongoing communication, mail challenges months after catastrophic floodsSlow and unreliable communication remains a problem in the Hill Country six months after the devastating floods, according to emergency responders.
‘To the Hill Country with Love’ concert honors Hill Country first responders 6 months after floods
Read full article: ‘To the Hill Country with Love’ concert honors Hill Country first responders 6 months after floodsIt has been six months since the devastating Hill Country floods. Since that day, support for the community has never wavered.
Kerrville landowner plans monument to honor volunteers who aided during deadly July 4 floods
Read full article: Kerrville landowner plans monument to honor volunteers who aided during deadly July 4 floodsAlong the Guadalupe River, one man is trying to turn a piece of land into a place of remembrance.
‘A no-brainer’: Hill Country camps add flood-warning towers months after deadly July 4 floods
Read full article: ‘A no-brainer’: Hill Country camps add flood-warning towers months after deadly July 4 floodsSeveral camps in the Hill Country are installing a potentially life-saving tool they hope never has to be used.
‘We’re not taking any chances’: Camp Mystic Cypress Lake director discusses new flood warning sirens
Read full article: ‘We’re not taking any chances’: Camp Mystic Cypress Lake director discusses new flood warning sirensBritt Eastland, the co-director of Camp Mystic Cypress Lake in Hunt, spoke to KSAT about why the camp is taking extra safety precautions following the deadly Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025.
‘We’re not taking any chances’: Camp Mystic Cypress Lake director discusses new flood warning sirens
Read full article: ‘We’re not taking any chances’: Camp Mystic Cypress Lake director discusses new flood warning sirensBritt Eastland, the co-director of Camp Mystic Cypress Lake in Hunt, spoke to KSAT about why the camp is taking extra safety precautions following the deadly Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025.
Hill Country flood survivors face new needs as cold weather drives demand for winter essentials
Read full article: Hill Country flood survivors face new needs as cold weather drives demand for winter essentialsThe Supply Center in Hunt is accepting donations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, next to the former site of the Hunt Store.
How to help your pets who may be allergic to mountain cedar
Read full article: How to help your pets who may be allergic to mountain cedarDue to the Hill Country having a plentiful amount of juniper trees, over-the-counter medications are the first thing many reach for. But what kind of treatments are available for pets?
How to manage and protect yourself from mountain cedar
Read full article: How to manage and protect yourself from mountain cedarMountain cedar season happens between December and February in South Central Texas. Experts suggest monitoring symptoms and managing how you could prevent yourself from getting sick.
Hundreds of 911 calls during July 4 floods show panic, resolve, desire to help
Read full article: Hundreds of 911 calls during July 4 floods show panic, resolve, desire to helpAmid catastrophic flooding and cries for help on the morning of July 4, newly released 911 calls reveal Kerr County dispatchers remaining calm and steady-handed, while several community members were attempting to help their neighbors.
‘It’s a long process’: Kerr County pushes toward recovery months after flooding
Read full article: ‘It’s a long process’: Kerr County pushes toward recovery months after floodingAs Kerr County prepares to celebrate the first major holiday since the deadly July floods, KSAT returned to the area to see how people in the region are recovering.
Hill Country flood survivors still not in permanent home during the holidays
Read full article: Hill Country flood survivors still not in permanent home during the holidaysCindy and Ken Collier share their story of survival and recovery is hopes of reminding the nation that families are still not spending the holidays in permanent homes after the July 4 floods.
Hill Country floods leave Kerr County businesses struggling to rebuild months later
Read full article: Hill Country floods leave Kerr County businesses struggling to rebuild months laterThe holidays are here, but many victims of the Hill Country floods in Kerr County are still trying to rebuild their lives nearly five months after the storm.
KSAT Connect: Viewers capture aurora photos lighting up Texas sky during G4-level geomagnetic storm
Read full article: KSAT Connect: Viewers capture aurora photos lighting up Texas sky during G4-level geomagnetic stormResidents across Texas have been sharing stunning photos to KSAT Connect of the aurora lighting up the night sky Tuesday during the G4-level geomagnetic storm.
Families, Camp Mystic respond to lawsuits filed after 27 girls, counselors killed in Hill Country floods
Read full article: Families, Camp Mystic respond to lawsuits filed after 27 girls, counselors killed in Hill Country floodsLawsuits began to be filed on Monday against Camp Mystic, where 27 campers and counselors died during the Fourth of July floods in the Hill Country.
Families sue Camp Mystic over deadly Hill Country floods that killed 27 campers, counselors
Read full article: Families sue Camp Mystic over deadly Hill Country floods that killed 27 campers, counselorsThe families of five campers and two counselors who died during the Hill Country floods have filed a lawsuit against Camp Mystic and its owners, alleging “gross negligence and reckless disregard for safety,” according to the lawsuit.
Heart O’ the Hills summer camp moving away from Guadalupe River after July 4 flood
Read full article: Heart O’ the Hills summer camp moving away from Guadalupe River after July 4 floodHeart O’ the Hills Camp for Girls will construct new facilities out of the Guadalupe River floodplain, according to its new operators Elisabeth and John Hay.
Texas Game Wardens to adapt K-9 training after Hill Country floods as search for missing continues
Read full article: Texas Game Wardens to adapt K-9 training after Hill Country floods as search for missing continuesTexas Game Wardens are incorporating lessons learned from the devastating Hill Country floods into their K-9 training programs, as the search for two missing people continues months after the disaster.
Perfect Weather Expected for San Antonio Trick-or-Treaters
Read full article: Perfect Weather Expected for San Antonio Trick-or-TreatersSan Antonio experienced its coldest temperature since early April, dropping to 41°. The weather forecast for Friday night predicts perfect conditions for trick-or-treating, with a storm system expected on Saturday bringing brief cloud cover and a 20% chance of rain. Skies are expected to clear by Saturday night, and Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday with clocks falling back one hour.
Texas A&M study in Kerr County to potentially address flood impacts, improvements, commissioners say
Read full article: Texas A&M study in Kerr County to potentially address flood impacts, improvements, commissioners sayKerr County commissioners met on Monday to discuss several community-related topics, including a new study regarding flood impacts.
Potential weather impacting start times for SA high school football games
Read full article: Potential weather impacting start times for SA high school football gamesThe potential for storms moving through the Hill Country and San Antonio area Friday night has prompted some school districts to adjust start times for high school football games.
SAWS president and CEO says Guajolote Ranch development will not cause ‘lower quality water’
Read full article: SAWS president and CEO says Guajolote Ranch development will not cause ‘lower quality water’The head of San Antonio Water System (SAWS) told KSAT that systems are in place to protect the city’s water supply after the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) gave the green light for Guajolote Ranch, a controversial development in northwest Bexar County.
Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over watershed
Read full article: Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over watershedThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved the permit for a controversial wastewater facility in northwest Bexar County, as part of a development project known as Guajolote Ranch.
Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over Helotes Creek watershed
Read full article: Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over Helotes Creek watershedThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved the permit for a controversial wastewater facility in northwest Bexar County, as part of a development project known as Guajolote Ranch.
What to know about Hope for Hunt concert, other ways to support Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: What to know about Hope for Hunt concert, other ways to support Hill Country flood victimsThis weekend, a benefit concert organized by local volunteers will raise money for two Hunt‑area nonprofits to support ongoing recovery efforts after July's devastating flooding.
Crane and barges to be used in Ingram Lake search more than three months after floods
Read full article: Crane and barges to be used in Ingram Lake search more than three months after floodsMore than three months after deadly floods swept through the Hill Country on the Fourth of July, a new attempt at recovery is underway at Ingram Lake.
Kerr County commissioners discuss updates to flood warning system, ongoing recovery efforts
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners discuss updates to flood warning system, ongoing recovery effortsKerr County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss ongoing flood recovery efforts and the status of implementing a flood warning system.
Ingram community celebrates surprise birthday for local hero
Read full article: Ingram community celebrates surprise birthday for local heroCommunity members in Ingram wanted to show their neighbor their appreciation on Saturday to celebrate his birthday and express their gratitude for the help he has provided to the community after the flood.
Photos: Couple’s Ingram home sees major repairs after devastating July floods
Read full article: Photos: Couple’s Ingram home sees major repairs after devastating July floodsAs recovery efforts in the Hill Country continue following July’s deadly and destructive floods, homeowners dealing with repairs are seeing progress.
54,000-acre Hill Country ranch could be key acquisition in $1 billion Parks & Wildlife system expansion
Read full article: 54,000-acre Hill Country ranch could be key acquisition in $1 billion Parks & Wildlife system expansionThe expansion is made possible by the $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, established by legislators and voters in 2023.
Community concert in Boerne to aid flood recovery for Hunt Volunteer Fire Department
Read full article: Community concert in Boerne to aid flood recovery for Hunt Volunteer Fire DepartmentMarissa Rios says the Hunt community is still reeling from the catastrophic floods on the Fourth of July in the Hill Country.
After months of flood recovery, Kerrville’s River Trail partially reopens for first time
Read full article: After months of flood recovery, Kerrville’s River Trail partially reopens for first timeThe stretch of the River Trail between the Camp Meeting Creek bridge and the Francisco Lemos Street bridge is now open for the first time since the deadly Fourth of July flood in Kerrville.
Texas Parks & Wildlife working to acquire 54,000-acre Hill Country ranch for new state park
Read full article: Texas Parks & Wildlife working to acquire 54,000-acre Hill Country ranch for new state parkThe Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is working to acquire a 54,000-acre ranch in the western Hill Country and convert it into a new state park.