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A Bexar County assistant district attorney recommended low bonds for a man accused of threatening to kill a Universal City family and get in a shootout with police, footage obtained by KSAT Investigates shows.

A man found with multiple loaded firearms, including an AR-style rifle, and a large amount of ammunition had planned to go to a home for a shootout with police just outside San Antonio this week, booking records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.

Big Aloha's Aliʻi Cove hosted the Malama Maui Benefit Luau on Sunday to raise money for the Maui fire relief effort.

Union leaders told have told striking Hollywood writers that they plan to meet with representatives for studios to discuss restarting negotiations.

7 Brew will hold a grand opening for its location at 2901 Pat Booker Road in Universal City on July 15.

Two juveniles were arrested, and another is on the run after leading police on a chase in a stolen vehicle across multiple counties, according to the Schertz Police Department.

Several cities and towns outside of San Antonio have local elections on May 6, including Alamo Heights, Balcones Heights, Boerne, Bulverde, Castle Hills, China Grove, Cibolo, Fair Oaks Ranch, Floresville, Garden Ridge, Grey Forest, Helotes, Hollywood Park, Kerrville, Kirby, Leon Valley, Live Oak, New Braunfels, St. Hedwig, Universal City and Von Ormy.

Here’s a look at the races that are expected to be the most competitive matchups.

Jeff Shell, the chief executive of NBCUniversal, is departing the company after an investigation into inappropriate conduct, parent company Comcast announced Sunday.

Universal City Police arrested a 20-year-old airman Wednesday on a felony charge of injury to a child, prompting the Metropolitan Health District to share information and resources to help with parenting.

See every candidate, race on the ballot for the May 6, 2023 election in Bexar County.

The theme park parent company of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man is getting a new name.

A youth league basketball game brawl has a parent and coach worried about the lesson that teens are learning as adults rush the court to throw punches.

Two people crossing streets in different parts of town early in the morning were hit by cars and killed. One of the cases on San Antonio's Southeast side is being handled as a hit and run.

The victim was identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office as 51-year-old Erica Williams-McNeil.

Bahama Bucks is celebrating “the Coolest Day of the Year” by giving guests free shaved ice.

Kitty Hawk Middle School had a precautionary lockdown issued Wednesday after receiving a report of a possible weapon on campus, according to Judson ISD officials.

While the jury is still out on if famously non-Italian Chris Pratt will actually be successful at voicing the character of Mario (was Michael Imperioli from “The Sopranos” not available?), the trailer for the upcoming movie is out and it looks SO good.

Early voting results will be released at 7 p.m. CST on Nov. 8, 2022. Scroll within the result embeds to see all races.

A resident in Universal City made a remarkable reptile discovery Wednesday morning when she spotted a snake in her house.

A big “Empty the Shelters” animal adoption event is taking place across the United States and more than 20 Texas shelters are taking part.

The two biggest bond packages on the ballot — $1.2 billion for the City of San Antonio and $992 million for Northside ISD — were both approved by voters.

A big “Empty the Shelters” animal adoption event is taking place nationally to reduce the risk of overcrowding, and San Antonio shelters are taking part.

A joint investigation by Universal City Police and Fire investigators lead to the arrest of two teenagers connected to a series of vandalism and arson cases at a home under construction.

A man was arrested in connection with two fires at an under-construction home in Universal City and the injury of a firefighter, records show.

UCPD Officer Devante Smith recall the heart-pounding moments when a drunk driver crashed into his patrol unit

The man who as a 4-month-old appeared nude on the 1991 cover of Nirvana’s album “Nevermind” has filed a new version of his lawsuit alleging the image is child pornography.

Universal City police and Judson ISD police need the public’s help identifying suspects they say damaged Judson ISD property.

A juvenile male has been arrested after he stole a pizza delivery driver’s vehicle at gunpoint and led Universal City police officers on a chase Thursday evening, according to San Antonio police.

A Universal City veteran with a business vision overcame the obstacles in his way and is now gearing for the grand opening of his new brewery.

A Universal City man has been arrested following a fatal shooting in Converse last Thursday night, according to an arrest warrant affidavit.

A man who was told that he had to pay for his outstanding warrants in order to get his driver’s license back ended up threatening the Universal City police force, according to an affidavit.

Fans of Dutch Bros Coffee will have more chances to try their brew when a new location opens in the San Antonio area this week.

A Bexar County grand jury indicted a 42-year-old man on a murder charge in connection with a fatal shooting at a North Side nail salon.

A University City man has been arrested and charged with several federal offenses in connection with the breach at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, federal officials said.

The great mask debate between state and local leaders has left many districts in limbo but Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District says masks will not be required on it's campuses.

A youth soccer coach from Cibolo was arrested Monday on allegations that he sexually abused two minors for several years.

James Barnett, 24, is charged with aggravated kidnapping.

A man is still in custody after shooting his daughter’s fiancé in the neck during an argument on Monday, according to Universal City Police.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has doled out $1.5 million each to 10 vaccinated winners at Universal Studios to mark the end of the state’s coronavirus restrictions.

A large nest of bees forced Universal City officials to shut down a park and splash pad today.

The Universal City Police Department is searching for two men that approached some children and tried to get them into a van in a far Northeast Side neighborhood.

UNIVERSAL CITY – A man has been arrested after a brutal kidnapping at an apartment complex in Universal City left a teen traumatized and neighbors too afraid to speak. The incident happened at The Colony apartment complex, located in the 300 block of Kitty Hawk Road, around 4 p.m., Feb. 25. After taking the teen to the upstairs unit, police said the suspect took a pair of pants to restrain him and robbed him of his belongings. Before freeing the teen, officials said the suspect also went through the teen’s pockets and took his apartment keys. RELATED: Woman arrested at North Side hotel, charged with aggravated kidnapping, SA police say

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – A Universal City family is mourning the devastating loss of their loved one after she was gunned down during a murder-suicide case Schertz police are currently investigating. “She was a very empathetic person,” Gonzales said. They said as they take things a day at a time, they are going to stay faithful through this time of suffering. “You think they are always going to be there and don’t think events like this is going to happen. We just have to stay strong and be there for each other as we get through this.”RELATED: Man, woman killed in apparent murder-suicide in Schertz identified

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – Firefighters in Universal City had to put out a fire at a dry-cleaning business late Wednesday night, fire officials said. The fire was called in around 10:20 p.m. at the One Price Cleaners in the 2700 block of Pat Booker Road, not far from Loop 1604 and Universal City Boulevard. Fire officials said a Universal City police officer arrived first on scene and put out a majority of the fire with his fire extinguisher. Firefighters with the Universal City Fire Marshal’s office along with the Schertz Fire Department, Live Oak Fire Department and Universal City Fire Department all put out the rest of the fire and vented the building of smoke. Investigators say they are treating the fire as suspicious in nature.

SAN ANTONIO – Universal City police say they are looking into the possibility that drugs somehow were involved in the shooting of a woman early Thursday morning. The 20-year-old told police she drove herself to the Northeast Methodist Hospital in Live Oak after being shot at a gas station in the area. The intersection, which technically is located in Converse, is close to the boundaries of two other cities, Live Oak and Universal City. Investigators were not sure in which city the shooting happened, but Universal City police are handling the case for now. An investigator with Universal City police told KSAT 12 News he planned to question the woman more once she is out of surgery.

LIVE OAK, Texas – Police in three different cities are trying to determine where a woman was shot early Thursday morning. Live Oak police say the woman initially called 911 around 3:30 a.m. from the area near Toepperwein and Kitty Hawk roads. Police say the victim told them she is not from the area, so she was not able to offer any street names for the location where she was shot. She told officers after calling 911, she flagged down another driver who then helped lead her to the hospital. Police say they were able to get only limited information from her before she underwent treatment at the hospital.

Dustin Diamond visits "Extra" at Universal Studios Hollywood on May 16, 2016 in Universal City, California. Many of Diamond’s co-stars from the hit series have responded with condolences on social media after the news hit, and other celebrities who admired his work as the lovable geek Screech chimed in, too. Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius. Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce. pic.twitter.com/YqiU3iB3VR — Wendy Williams (@WendyWilliams) February 1, 2021Dustin Diamond you really were a diamond who gave the world one of the most lovable tv characters .. thank you for making my childhood a little more funnier.. rest now.

UNIVERSAL CITY, CA - SEPTEMBER 15: Chucky attends Halloween Horror Nights Opening Night at Universal Studios Hollywood on September 15, 2017 in Universal City, California. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Universal Studios Hollywood)SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Department of Public Safety sent out an AMBER Alert Friday for a rather disturbing pair of dolls - Glen Ray and Chucky from the “Child’s Play” horror films. KSAT reached out to DPS officials who said the IT department was testing something and that the AMBER Alert was issued accidentally. In case you’re unfamiliar, an AMBER Alert is sent for children and teens aged 17 and younger who have disappeared and there is a credible threat to the child’s safety. For a more detailed description of what criteria need to be met for an AMBER Alert to be issued, click here.

But Acosta says his business is not the only one affected by the thefts. Acosta says those companies should have a protocol to ensure that stolen parts are not being sold to them. The Universal City Police Department says they have had two reports of similar thefts last week from an apartment complex parking lot. “So, if everybody kind of works together, we can probably kind of weed them out.”The Kerrville Police Department reported five similar reports of catalytic converter thefts in the last two weeks. Acosta says from his experience Chevy Trucks, Ford Explorers, Ford Escapes and diesel trucks are the easiest targets.

UNIVERSAL CITY – A family in Universal City is carrying on the legacy of spiritual healing to honor their late daughter, Tabatha Dexter. “The store is in honor of our daughter Tabatha that passed away in August of 2019 of breast cancer,” Robert said. Tabatha, an Air Force veteran and Norse Shaman, battled with breast cancer twice. Her belief in the power of feathers and natural healing helped Tabatha in her battle with breast cancer. Red Feather Healing is located at 2041 Universal City Blvd, Universal City, and is open seven days a week.

SAN ANTONIO – A Universal City man who died after crashing his motorcycle on Saturday has been identified by authorities. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office said Zachariah Gentry, 31, died of blunt force injuries he suffered in the crash that happened just after 11:30 a.m. in the 5300 block of Walzem Road. Before the crash, police said the motorcyclist was traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed and weaving in and out of traffic. He tried to pass a vehicle on the right side, but the vehicle turned right into a private driveway. Gentry, who was not wearing a helmet, died at the scene, police said.

Nearly three months after University City police cracked a 2007 cold case, the man accused of fatally shooting 21-year-old Blase Wright Jr. has been indicted on a capital murder charge. Universal City police have been investigating Wright’s death since he was gunned down in February 2007 during an apparent robbery. Blase Wright Jr., 21, was gunned down in 2007 in his Universal City apartment. (KSAT)In 2009, police discovered evidence of a separate drive-by shooting that used the same gun linked to Wright’s death. A third suspect who was also arrested in connection with Wright’s death saw his charges dismissed for the same reason.

UNIVERSAL CITY, TEXAS – Political signs throughout Universal City were vandalized and Universal City police believe two young girls are responsible. They said all damaged signs were in support of President Trump. Police believe the two girls in the video also vandalized more signs at the Universal City Public Library. Rich Lampan was surprised when he saw what was done to his Trump sign. They have not released a motive, but if you have any information, contact Universal City police at 210-658-5353.

Universal City – Landlocked Universal City is taking a different approach to attract more revenue, retail and residents. City staff recently informally presented the Aviation District Master Plan to City Council and the community to reveal what their study for the area showed. The city is proposing a revitalization of Pat Booker Road just outside Randolph Airforce Base, between Aviation and National Boulevards. The area is considered to have the oldest homes in the city, and a lower economic base, with a mix of Hispanic and Caucasian residents. “There’s a lot in the air and we don’t know exactly what it’s going to look like," Voeller said.

SAN ANTONIO – Authorities have dismissed criminal charges for one of three suspects accused in the cold case killing of Blase Wright Jr., 21, in 2007. Affidavit: Alleged triggerman in 2007 fatal shooting in Universal City arrestedA witness told investigators they saw a man get into a small gold car after the shooting that was occupied by another man and a woman. The same witness told investigators that they were contacted by Carroll before they spoke with Universal City police about the slaying. Another witness told authorities that Carroll was acting “petrified” the day following the shooting. The affidavit states Carroll told the witness that he saw Joseph Selders leaving Wright’s apartment with an Xbox, and that Joseph Selders “did some s***” the day before.

He, along with Lara Selders, 34, who was arrested Friday, are accused of killing Blase Wright Jr., 21, in February 2007 at his apartment. Witnesses identified Lara Selders, who was a potential person of interest in 2007 but was never interviewed, in a photo lineup, the affidavit states. According to the records, Lara Selders told authorities that Joseph Selders admitted to shooting Wright. She said she drove Joseph Selders and the other suspect to the robbery, according to the affidavit. Cold case update: Woman arrested for 2007 fatal shooting in Universal CityFollowing Lara Selders’ arrest, Wright’s family told KSAT 12 News that they were in shock.

Wright, who was 21 at the time of his death, was shot in the face in his Universal City apartment in February 2007. On Friday, Universal City police, with the help of the Texas Rangers, arrested 34-year old Lara Selders for capital murder. Universal City police Detective Anthony Travis said Selders was cooperative when they showed up to arrest her. Vollmer hopes this cold case arrest gives other families in waiting some hope. RELATED: DPS features unsolved Bexar County murder case

SAN ANTONIO After more than 13 years of investigation, Universal City police and the Texas Rangers arrested a woman Friday in connection with the 2007 fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man. A witness told investigators they saw a man run into a small gold car after the shooting that was occupied by another man and a woman. Investigators identified Lara Selders as a potential person of interest in 2007, but she was never interviewed, according to her arrest affidavit. In July 2020, after speaking with the witness again, they identified Selders in a photo lineup, according to the affidavit. Investigators with the police and the Texas Rangers interviewed Selders shortly after the witness identified her, according to the affidavit.

UNIVERSAL CITY – The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified a 16-year-old boy who was killed at a Universal City motel early Tuesday morning. Steven Vasquez Flores was fatally shot inside a motel room around 4:30 a.m. at the Super 8 in the 200 block of Palisades Drive, not far from Loop 1604. The Medical Examiner’s office said Flores died of a gunshot wound to the chest, and his manner of death was a homicide. Authorities said Tuesday that they have four people in custody, two of them minors who are being questioned. A motive is not currently known.

Police in Universal City are investigating after a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot at a motel early Tuesday morning. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – Police in Universal City are investigating after a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot at a motel early Tuesday morning. Officers were called around 4:30 a.m. to a Super 8 motel in the 200 block of Palisades Drive, not far from Loop 1604 after receiving word of someone shot inside a motel room. Authorities say they have four people in custody, two of them minors who are being questioned. The name of the boy killed has not been released. The Schertz Police Department, the Live Oak Police Department and Universal City police all answered the call.

Universal City – A man released by Universal City police from the city jail allegedly returned to the building and managed to sneak into a closed courtroom. Universal City Police Detective Anthony Travis said Andres Madrigal, 29, was arrested on minor warrants and released from their custody on Saturday, July 25, but made threats to officers. Surveillance video showed officers what Madrigal had allegedly been up to after he was released from their jail. Police said surveillance video shows Madrigal walking out of the building Sunday morning. Upgrades to the city’s building security system will be made, Travis said.

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Universal City police ask potential victims to come forward after sexual assault arrestPublished: May 13, 2020, 10:09 pmUniversal City police said Matthew Hill turned himself over to police Wednesday afternoon after they issued a warrant for his arrest involving allegations of aggravated sexual assault.

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – Three employees, including the general manager of a Wingstop in Universal City, were arrested after they conspired to fake a robbery, police saidAccording to an arrest affidavit, Christopher Casas, general manager of the restaurant on Pat Booker Road near 1604 called police March 30, claiming he had been the victim of a robbery. Police arrested and charged Casas, another store manager, Jesus Soto Salazar, lead cook, Ludmark Etienne, and his roommate, Deaven Watson, for conspiring to stage the robbery. The group conspired to go over and break into the ATM, which was information given from the other manager that we picked up last," Travis said. Travis said the employees admitted they were paid decently by the restaurant. The restaurant manager on duty Friday, declined to comment on the arrests.

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – Joshua Conan Faleide, 41, was Wednesday after deputies discovered a “large cache” of items used for making explosive devices at his home in Universal City, according to an arrest warrant affidavit. Deputies searched Faleide’s home Tuesday after the Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office discovered a homeless woman with an IED on March 25 in the 7000 block of Whippoorwill Lane. Timers, switches and integrated circuit boards were also found and investigators believe Faleide could have used the components to arm and initiate an IED. The materials and powders found were similar to the components found in the IED the homeless woman had in her possession on March 25, according to the affidavit. Witnesses told investigators that Faleide burned his leg “about a month ago while attempting to manufacture an explosive mixture within his room."

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – A man with active felony warrants was arrested Wednesday at a motel in Universal City as part of a joint operation where an explosive device was found, the Bexar County Fire Marshal’s office said. Officers with the Universal City Police Department, among other agencies, arrested Joshua Faleide at a Super 8 motel in the 200 block of Palisades Drive. According to John Ortega, chief investigator with the Bexar County Fire Marshal’s office, the man was arrested in connection with two active felony warrants: possession of an explosive weapon, and possession of components of an explosive weapon, both third-degree felonies. Authorities searched this vehicle believed to belong to the suspect during an investigation into an explosive device at a motel in Universal City. (Misael Gomez) (KSAT)Faleide, who is in his 40s, is a known offender to both the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office and Universal City Police, Ortega said.

Universal City, TEXAS – Universal City police have recovered more than $5,000 worth of stolen items. Police said they found more than 30 items inside the hotel room along with a woman. Alamo Heights police confirm Pedrotti is also a suspect in seven cases in their city involving items stolen from front porches from Nov. 24 to Dec. 3. Travis said detectives are now trying to get the stolen items back to their owners. If you had something stolen, call your local police department or Universal City police at 210-658-5353.

UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas – Another porch pirate was seen stealing a package off a front porch, this time in Universal City. The thief can be seen getting into the passenger side of a red, two-door car after swiping the package. Mail theft has been caught on camera numerous times around the San Antonio area this year. A woman was seen on a Ring camera stealing packages in a San Antonio neighborhood on Nov. 8. Another woman was caught on camera stealing a package on Nov. 5 on the East Side.

Published: December 3, 2019, 9:48 am Updated: December 3, 2019, 10:01 amSAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio resident just became a millionaire, thanks to a winning lottery ticket. The winner, who chose to stay anonymous, claimed a $1 million prize from the scratch-off game Million Dollar Jackpot. The ticket was purchased at Walmart at 510 Kitty Hawk Road in Universal City, according to the Texas Lottery. San Antonio resident claims $1 million lottery prize in scratch off gameOne $1 million prize from the Million Dollar Jackpot remains, as the winning Walmart ticket was the second of three top prizes claimed. The game costs $50 per ticket, and winning odds are 1 in 3.39.