Kerr County Sheriff’s Office: 1 of 3 drug suspects accused of hiding meth inside a child’s toy
Read full article: Kerr County Sheriff’s Office: 1 of 3 drug suspects accused of hiding meth inside a child’s toyThe Kerr County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests of three men accused of possessing controlled substances. One of them, deputies said, hid methamphetamine in a child’s toy.
Man sentenced to 70 years in Texas prison for crimes against children in Kendall County
Read full article: Man sentenced to 70 years in Texas prison for crimes against children in Kendall CountyA man was sentenced to 70 years in a Texas prison on Thursday for crimes against children, according to Kendall County Criminal District Attorney Nicole S. Bishop.
‘Just not fair’: Family remembers young mother, 2 sons killed in I-10 crash near Comfort
Read full article: ‘Just not fair’: Family remembers young mother, 2 sons killed in I-10 crash near ComfortA San Antonio family said they’re living a nightmare after a crash on Interstate 10 took the lives of a young mother and her two boys.
‘It blew through everything’: Kendall County residents recover from EF-1 tornado
Read full article: ‘It blew through everything’: Kendall County residents recover from EF-1 tornadoFriday night's storm terrified many Kendall County residents. An EF-1 tornado touched down in a neighborhood, and neighbors say they felt their homes shake and heard a thunderous roar as winds topped 100 miles per hour.
3 killed, 2 airlifted after crash in Kendall County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 3 killed, 2 airlifted after crash in Kendall County, sheriff’s office saysAn adult and two children were killed and two others were airlifted after a crash on Interstate 10 in Kendall County, according to authorities.
CONFIRMED: EF-1 tornado touched down in Kendall, Comal counties Friday
Read full article: CONFIRMED: EF-1 tornado touched down in Kendall, Comal counties FridayA late-night EF-1 tornado touched down, tracking over 20 miles across Kendall and Comal counties with peak winds near 110 mph and a width of up to 300 yards.
Young victim of domestic violence home speaks up for children trapped in the cycle
Read full article: Young victim of domestic violence home speaks up for children trapped in the cycleOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A young victim who survived as a child stuck in a home where domestic violence was happening is speaking up on behalf of children stuck in that cycle.
Kendall County Women’s Shelter expands services amid rising demand, funding challenges
Read full article: Kendall County Women’s Shelter expands services amid rising demand, funding challengesThe Kendall County Women’s Shelter began as a crisis hotline in 2006. As leaders recognized the growing need, they established a shelter in 2012.
San Antonio man sentenced to 4 years in prison for stealing Corvettes from Boerne dealerships
Read full article: San Antonio man sentenced to 4 years in prison for stealing Corvettes from Boerne dealershipsA San Antonio man who used a paintball gun to “disable” security cameras and steal two Corvettes from Boerne dealerships was sentenced to four years in prison, according to the Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
‘Just don’t forget’: Comfort flood survivors expect long recovery after July 4 flooding
Read full article: ‘Just don’t forget’: Comfort flood survivors expect long recovery after July 4 floodingOn July 4, Barbara and C. Daniel Zoeller’s peaceful yard in Comfort was flooded with water from the Guadalupe River below them. Barbara thought they were prepared, but no one was ready for the fast-rising water.
City of Boerne to sign permit allowing public access on rebuilt bleachers at Kendall County Fair
Read full article: City of Boerne to sign permit allowing public access on rebuilt bleachers at Kendall County FairJust hours before the Kendall County Fair returns, a City of Boerne official told KSAT that a permit is expected to be signed to allow public access on the rebuilt bleachers where last year’s collapse left one dead and 11 injured.
Survivors of deadly bleacher collapse voice safety concerns ahead of Kendall County Fair return
Read full article: Survivors of deadly bleacher collapse voice safety concerns ahead of Kendall County Fair returnNearly a year after a set of bleachers collapsed at the Kendall County Fairgrounds, killing one person and injuring 11 others, survivors say they remain skeptical about whether enough has been done to ensure public safety as the fair returns this Friday.
‘Constitution City’ proposal paused as Kendall County seeks legal guidance from Texas AG
Read full article: ‘Constitution City’ proposal paused as Kendall County seeks legal guidance from Texas AGKendall County officials have paused a proposal to consider establishing a new city based around an American-themed school.
Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zones
Read full article: Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zonesMost of the camps were built decades ago, before modern modeling and flood maps. Counties have little power to regulate construction flood plains.
If voter-approved, ‘Constitution City’ could become Kendall County’s newest city
Read full article: If voter-approved, ‘Constitution City’ could become Kendall County’s newest cityKendall County Commissioners decided in favor of allowing voters to determine whether or not a American-themed school can become the county’s newest city this fall.
Post-July 4 floodwater samples in Kendall County rank below level for recommended recreational use
Read full article: Post-July 4 floodwater samples in Kendall County rank below level for recommended recreational useFive weeks after the Hill Country experienced a historic flood, Kendall County officials said its recreational water is not completely safe for public use.
Audio: Kendall County Sheriff’s deputy referred to deadly July 4 rainfall as ‘bull---- water flood stuff’
Read full article: Audio: Kendall County Sheriff’s deputy referred to deadly July 4 rainfall as ‘bull---- water flood stuff’A Kendall County Sheriff’s Office deputy was recorded on July 4 on a non-emergency line referring to the Hill Country floods as “bull---- water flood stuff,” according to audio records obtained by KSAT Investigates.
Surplus barbecue turns Boerne beer garden into benefit cookout for flood victims
Read full article: Surplus barbecue turns Boerne beer garden into benefit cookout for flood victimsHundreds of people across Texas enjoyed food, games, music, prizes and animals on Sunday, all to benefit flood victims in the Hill Country.
Flood recovery in Kendall County shifts to cleanup as search efforts finish
Read full article: Flood recovery in Kendall County shifts to cleanup as search efforts finishKendall County has completed its first 48 hours of cleanup after the Hill Country floods, but officials say the work has only begun.
Kendall County grapples with water concerns amid proposed neighborhood development
Read full article: Kendall County grapples with water concerns amid proposed neighborhood developmentOfficials with the Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District say the county can support growth if it is responsibly managed and that water withdrawal limits help control usage. However, the county lacks the authority to require rainwater catchment systems, a measure some see as necessary to protect groundwater resources.
Flood debris cleanup to begin in Kendall County along with new call center
Read full article: Flood debris cleanup to begin in Kendall County along with new call centerThe Kendall County Emergency Management Office provided cleanup updates and announced a new debris call center during a Tuesday afternoon news conference.
Kendall County is the first in Texas to receive state funding for flood debris removal
Read full article: Kendall County is the first in Texas to receive state funding for flood debris removalTexas has agreed to take over debris removal in parts of Kendall County ravaged by floods earlier this month, commissioners announced in a meeting on Tuesday.
Sisterdale volunteer firefighters move forward after historic flooding
Read full article: Sisterdale volunteer firefighters move forward after historic floodingMore than two weeks after devastating flooding swept through Kendall County and the Hill Country, recovery efforts in Sisterdale are shifting into a new phase.
Coalition of natural resource experts calls for action after deadly Hill Country Floods
Read full article: Coalition of natural resource experts calls for action after deadly Hill Country FloodsA coalition of natural resource experts are calling for immediate land use reform after the deadly Hill Country floods.
California youth group delivers $36,000 worth of donations to communities affected by Hill Country flooding
Read full article: California youth group delivers $36,000 worth of donations to communities affected by Hill Country floodingA youth group from Orange County, California, drove more than 1,300 miles to bring much-needed supplies to communities in Kendall County.
Support pours in for Sisterdale Volunteer firefighters battling aftermath of historic flooding
Read full article: Support pours in for Sisterdale Volunteer firefighters battling aftermath of historic floodingThe Sisterdale Volunteer Fire Department may be small, but in the face of one of the worst natural disasters to strike the area, it has become a hub of resilience, compassion and community.
Deaths connected to July 4 flooding rise to 107 in Kerr County; 9 in Kendall County, officials say
Read full article: Deaths connected to July 4 flooding rise to 107 in Kerr County; 9 in Kendall County, officials sayAs search and rescue efforts continue in several parts of the Hill Country, at least 107 people — 70 adults and 37 children — were reportedly killed in connection with the deadly Fourth of July flooding, Kerr County officials said Tuesday afternoon.
Horrifying and heroic: Survivors share stories with KSAT journalists of deadly Hill Country Floods
Read full article: Horrifying and heroic: Survivors share stories with KSAT journalists of deadly Hill Country FloodsIt’s been a week since catastrophic flood waters swept across the Texas Hill Country, destroyed property, killed more than 100 people and left more than 150 missing in Kerr County.
‘Hard to believe’: President Trump surveys Kerr County flood damage as death toll from July 4 flooding goes beyond 100
Read full article: ‘Hard to believe’: President Trump surveys Kerr County flood damage as death toll from July 4 flooding goes beyond 100President Donald Trump said he has “never seen anything like” the devastation of the floods that ripped through the Hill Country, killing more than 120 people across Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend. In Kerr County alone, 96 people have been confirmed dead.
Comfort’s decision to install sirens credited with saving lives during Texas Hill Country floods
Read full article: Comfort’s decision to install sirens credited with saving lives during Texas Hill Country floodsWith one press of button number two at the Comfort Volunteer Fire Department, sirens can sound off.
96 people, including 60 adults and 36 children, are dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials say
Read full article: 96 people, including 60 adults and 36 children, are dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials sayAs of 8 a.m. on Thursday, 96 people — 60 adults and 36 children — are dead in Kerr County after Hill Country flooding, authorities said.
96 people, including 36 children, dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials say
Read full article: 96 people, including 36 children, dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials sayAs of 6:25 p.m. on Wednesday, 96 people — 60 adults and 36 children — are dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials said.
RBFCU warns of scammers looking to take advantage of donors following Hill Country floods
Read full article: RBFCU warns of scammers looking to take advantage of donors following Hill Country floodsAs flood recovery efforts ramp up in the Texas Hill Country, so has the generosity of people across the state. But officials at Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union (RBFCU) are sending out a warning about scammers looking to take advantage of those wanting to help.
Kerr County tragedy already one of the deadliest floods in Texas history
Read full article: Kerr County tragedy already one of the deadliest floods in Texas historyThe loss of life is unimaginable. While we are still grappling with what happened, it’s important to understand the historic nature of this flood. It likely already ranks as the third-deadliest flood in Texas history.
161 missing, 95 dead in Kerr, Kendall areas following Hill Country floods, Gov. Abbott says
Read full article: 161 missing, 95 dead in Kerr, Kendall areas following Hill Country floods, Gov. Abbott saysIn a news conference Tuesday afternoon in Kerr County, Gov. Greg Abbott said 161 people are still missing following deadly floods in the Hill Country, including five campers and one counselor from Camp Mystic.
Pat Green’s little brother, family members missing after Hill Country floods
Read full article: Pat Green’s little brother, family members missing after Hill Country floodsCountry singer Pat Green’s little brother, John, along with his brother’s wife, Julia, and their two children, are missing after the floods in Kerrville.
84 dead, including 28 children, in Kerr County floods; 6 found dead in Kendall County, officials say
Read full article: 84 dead, including 28 children, in Kerr County floods; 6 found dead in Kendall County, officials sayAt least 84 people, including 28 children, were killed in Kerr County, and another six were found dead in Kendall County due to flooding, officials said Monday.
How to help those affected by Texas Hill Country floods
Read full article: How to help those affected by Texas Hill Country floodsMore than a month after the catastrophic floods struck the Texas Hill Country during the Fourth of July weekend, many families are still recovering and in need of assistance
How Bexar County-area law enforcement, rescue officials are helping Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: How Bexar County-area law enforcement, rescue officials are helping Hill Country flood victimsSeveral law enforcement and rescue officials from across Bexar County have mobilized efforts to assist first responders in the Hill Country following severe storms and flooding on July 4.
LIST: Shelters, reunification centers following devastating Hill Country floods
Read full article: LIST: Shelters, reunification centers following devastating Hill Country floodsFriday's flooding has not only forced people from their homes, but it has also prompted city and county leaders to set up temporary shelters and reunification centers.
Evacuations underway for some residents, travelers in Comal and Bandera Counties after deadly flooding
Read full article: Evacuations underway for some residents, travelers in Comal and Bandera Counties after deadly floodingThe Kerr County Sheriff’s Office and Comfort Volunteer Fire Department are evacuating people along the Guadalupe River amid major flooding.
Man sentenced to 50 years in prison after seventh DWI conviction, Kendall County DA’s Office says
Read full article: Man sentenced to 50 years in prison after seventh DWI conviction, Kendall County DA’s Office saysA Kendall County jury sentenced a man to 50 years in prison after he was convicted of driving while intoxicated for the seventh time, according to a news release.
Boerne middle school principal arrested on charges of DWI, unlawful carrying of weapon, records show
Read full article: Boerne middle school principal arrested on charges of DWI, unlawful carrying of weapon, records showA Boerne middle school principal was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and unlawful carrying of a weapon, Kendall County records show.
Former Comfort ISD teacher sentenced to 4 years in prison for improper relationship with student
Read full article: Former Comfort ISD teacher sentenced to 4 years in prison for improper relationship with studentA former Comfort Independent School District educator has been sentenced to four years in prison for having an inappropriate relationship with a student, according to the Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
AAMPO seeks public input on $256 million slated for future transportation projects
Read full article: AAMPO seeks public input on $256 million slated for future transportation projectsThe Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) is hosting six community meetings in June to discuss planned funding for future transportation projects across its service area.
Man sentenced to 15 years in prison for harassing DPS trooper in DWI arrest, Kendall County DA’s office says
Read full article: Man sentenced to 15 years in prison for harassing DPS trooper in DWI arrest, Kendall County DA’s office saysA La Salle County man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for harassing a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper during a driving while intoxicated arrest, the Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office said.
Sprawl stopper: Heart of Texas Conservancy joins other land trusts to protect Hill Country
Read full article: Sprawl stopper: Heart of Texas Conservancy joins other land trusts to protect Hill CountryConservation easements are a useful tool to prevent urban sprawl and damage to the Hill Country's natural resources.
Helotes man arrested, accused of intoxication manslaughter in connection with deadly head-on crash, records show
Read full article: Helotes man arrested, accused of intoxication manslaughter in connection with deadly head-on crash, records showA Helotes man was arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter in connection with a fatal head-on crash, according to a crash report.
All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025
Read full article: All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025In addition to San Antonio deciding its next mayor and all 10 city council positions, residents in other South Central Texas cities and counties will also make their voices heard in several important races.
Scammers impersonating sheriff’s deputies prompt warnings across South Central Texas
Read full article: Scammers impersonating sheriff’s deputies prompt warnings across South Central TexasKendall County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Kevin Klaerner said he was shocked to hear his name was being used by scammers.
Kendall County DA’s Office, Boerne police seek additional victims in father-son vehicle fraud scheme
Read full article: Kendall County DA’s Office, Boerne police seek additional victims in father-son vehicle fraud schemeThe Kendall County District Attorney’s Office and Boerne police are seeking additional victims in a father-son vehicle fraud scheme, according to officials.
Kendall County firefighters lend helping hand to couple in need of mobility assistance
Read full article: Kendall County firefighters lend helping hand to couple in need of mobility assistanceFor the last 49 years, Joe and Donna Agruso have stayed together side by side, and they can’t imagine it any other way.
Woman gets 8 years in plea deal for intoxicated wrong-way driving on I-10, Kendall County DA’s office says
Read full article: Woman gets 8 years in plea deal for intoxicated wrong-way driving on I-10, Kendall County DA’s office saysA woman has accepted a plea deal after driving the wrong way on Interstate 10 while intoxicated, according to the Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
Kendall County issues disaster declaration due to wildfire risk, authorities say
Read full article: Kendall County issues disaster declaration due to wildfire risk, authorities sayWildfires across the Hill Country have caused Kendall County to declare a local disaster, according to the Kendall County Office of Emergency Management and Fire Marshal.
Man arrested, charged with manslaughter in connection with fatal highway crash in Kendall County
Read full article: Man arrested, charged with manslaughter in connection with fatal highway crash in Kendall CountyA man was arrested and charged with three counts of manslaughter in connection with a crash that killed three people in Kendall County last year, according to online jail records.
DPS identifies teen killed in collision with tractor-trailer in Kendall County
Read full article: DPS identifies teen killed in collision with tractor-trailer in Kendall CountyThe Texas Department of Public Safety has identified a teenager who died after colliding with a tractor-trailer on Saturday in Kendall County.
‘Bat Bombs’: A weird, disturbing WWII weapon that used South Texas bats
Read full article: ‘Bat Bombs’: A weird, disturbing WWII weapon that used South Texas batsThe Mexican free-tailed bat, which roosts under our freeways and in caves, even shows up on radars during their evening mass exodus to find food and eats an untold amount of bugs every spring and summer.
4 convicted for money laundering tied to 2024 California ATM robbery, Kendall County DA’s Office says
Read full article: 4 convicted for money laundering tied to 2024 California ATM robbery, Kendall County DA’s Office saysFour people were convicted in Kendall County for their involvement in money laundering that’s linked to a 2024 ATM robbery in California, according to the Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
Kendall County District Attorney’s Office to not pursue criminal charges after partial bleacher collapse at fair rodeo
Read full article: Kendall County District Attorney’s Office to not pursue criminal charges after partial bleacher collapse at fair rodeoThe Kendall County District Attorney’s Office has decided not to pursue criminal charges after a partial bleacher collapse at the county’s fair rodeo killed a woman and injured 11 others, according to a City of Boerne press release.
Attorney arrested, accused of stealing $540k from children whose parents died in murder-suicide
Read full article: Attorney arrested, accused of stealing $540k from children whose parents died in murder-suicideA San Antonio attorney has been arrested, accused of stealing over $540,000 from six children whose parents died in a murder-suicide while she served as executor of the estates.
Attendees injured in partial bleacher collapse at Kendall County Fair file multiple lawsuits
Read full article: Attendees injured in partial bleacher collapse at Kendall County Fair file multiple lawsuitsThe nonprofit in charge of hosting the annual Kendall County Fair is facing multiple lawsuits after a bleacher's partial collapse killed one person and injured 11 others at last year’s fair.
3 dead in multi-vehicle crash on state highway in Kendall County, DPS says
Read full article: 3 dead in multi-vehicle crash on state highway in Kendall County, DPS saysThree people are dead after a multi-vehicle crash in Kendall County, according to a statement from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Armed robbery suspect crashes stolen 18-wheeler after leading deputies on chase in Kerr County
Read full article: Armed robbery suspect crashes stolen 18-wheeler after leading deputies on chase in Kerr CountyA Houston-area man who was wanted for an armed robbery led deputies on a chase in a stolen 18-wheeler before he crashed into a storage facility in Boerne.
Kendall County Women’s Shelter highlights mission through Bexarfest partnership
Read full article: Kendall County Women’s Shelter highlights mission through Bexarfest partnershipAn organization dedicated to sheltering women and child survivors of domestic abuse is hoping its partnership with TRL Productions’ Bexarfest will both highlight its mission and help students in their future.
Kendall County Women’s Shelter holds bike drive for survivors of abuse
Read full article: Kendall County Women’s Shelter holds bike drive for survivors of abuseAs a way to bring a sense of normalcy to women and children who have survived an abusive relationship, the Kendall County Women’s Shelter is collecting new or gently used bikes for their clients.
Woman dies after partial bleacher collapse at Kendall County Fair rodeo
Read full article: Woman dies after partial bleacher collapse at Kendall County Fair rodeoA 79-year-old woman has died after she was injured in a partial bleacher collapse at the Kendall County Fair rodeo, according to Kendall County EMS.
Bleachers were salvaged, not inspected prior to partial collapse at Kendall County Fair rodeo
Read full article: Bleachers were salvaged, not inspected prior to partial collapse at Kendall County Fair rodeoBleachers at the Kendall County Fair Grounds’ rodeo arena were not inspected prior to a partial collapse that resulted in 12 injuries on Aug. 31, the City of Boerne said Thursday.
Inspectors found no violations at Kendall County fairgrounds day before bleacher collapse at Labor Day rodeo
Read full article: Inspectors found no violations at Kendall County fairgrounds day before bleacher collapse at Labor Day rodeoRecords obtained by KSAT Investigates show three inspectors checked out the fairgrounds on Aug. 30, 2024, for a general inspection ahead of the Labor Day fair.
At least 12 injured after bleachers partially collapse at Kendall County Fair Grounds
Read full article: At least 12 injured after bleachers partially collapse at Kendall County Fair GroundsKendall County officials are investigating what caused some bleachers to collapse Saturday night at the county’s Fair Grounds.
Local counties reporting more rabies cases in months than in entire years; state veterinarian says it’s not a spike
Read full article: Local counties reporting more rabies cases in months than in entire years; state veterinarian says it’s not a spikeSeveral counties surrounding Bexar County appear to be experiencing bumps in the number of rabies cases, though a state veterinarian says it’s not enough to qualify as a spike.
Former Comfort ISD teacher arrested, facing 3 charges of improper relationship with student
Read full article: Former Comfort ISD teacher arrested, facing 3 charges of improper relationship with studentThe Kendall County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that a former Comfort High School teacher has been arrested and accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
Kendall County issues disaster declaration ahead of total solar eclipse
Read full article: Kendall County issues disaster declaration ahead of total solar eclipseKendall County Judge Shane Stolarczyk has issued a disaster declaration ahead of the total solar eclipse on April 8 due to an anticipation of an influx of visitors that will impact local resources.
Hill Country first responders prepare for influx of people visiting to view annular eclipse
Read full article: Hill Country first responders prepare for influx of people visiting to view annular eclipseOne of the best places on Earth to see the annular eclipse next month is in the Hill Country, and emergency responders are collaborating to create a safety plan for the influx of people planning to visit the area.
Stage 3 drought restrictions set for some areas of Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Kendall, Medina counties
Read full article: Stage 3 drought restrictions set for some areas of Bandera, Blanco, Comal, Kendall, Medina countiesDry conditions across Texas have led to Stage 3 drought restrictions for some areas outside Bexar County.
$54 million Boerne ranch next to George Strait’s Hill Country resort sold after receiving six offers
Read full article: $54 million Boerne ranch next to George Strait’s Hill Country resort sold after receiving six offersRoughly an hour north of downtown San Antonio is a 2,270-acre ranch that sits next to George Strait’s Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort.
20-year prison sentence for San Antonio woman convicted in fatal wrong-way crash outside Boerne
Read full article: 20-year prison sentence for San Antonio woman convicted in fatal wrong-way crash outside BoerneA Kendall County jury convicted Kendall Lauren Batchelor, 23, of intoxication manslaughter in the death of David Belter, 49.
Unlicensed Boerne doctor sentenced to 8 years in prison in fraud cases
Read full article: Unlicensed Boerne doctor sentenced to 8 years in prison in fraud casesA Kendall County woman who practiced medicine without a license will serve eight years in prison after being sentenced Tuesday in two fraud cases.
Unlicensed Boerne doctor pleads guilty in fraud cases
Read full article: Unlicensed Boerne doctor pleads guilty in fraud casesA Kendall County woman whose downtown Boerne medical practice drew scrutiny from law enforcement investigators has pleaded guilty to two felony charges, Kendall County court officials confirmed Thursday.
City of Boerne set to re-enact 100-year-old photo dedication of veteran monument
Read full article: City of Boerne set to re-enact 100-year-old photo dedication of veteran monumentThe City of Boerne is calling out to those with roots in Kendall County to help out in a historic photo reenactment of an iconic photo.