Man, woman killed after vehicle ejection from South Side crash identified by medical examiner’s office
A man and a woman who died in a South Side rollover crash on Saturday have been identified.
SAPD says rollover crash kills 2, sends 2 others to hospital in critical condition
San Antonio police said two people died and two others were critically injured in a rollover crash on Saturday morning.
‘The worst-case scenario happened’: Owner of dogs involved in attack on San Antonio woman, vehicles apologizes
A man who claimed ownership of a pack of dogs involved in a Wednesday afternoon attack on a woman told KSAT 12 News he is sorry about what happened.
Pack of loose dogs attack woman, rip light off SAPD patrol vehicle on Southwest Side
A pack of dogs roaming loose from a Southwest Side home bit a woman on her leg and ripped the light off a San Antonio police patrol vehicle.
3 people displaced after early-morning house fire on South Side, SAFD says
Three residents were displaced following a house fire on the city’s South Side early Thursday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
36-year-old man rushed to hospital in critical condition after South Side shooting, SAPD says
A 36-year-old man was shot and rushed to a local hospital in critical condition after an argument on the South Side, San Antonio police said.
Residents of South Side home safely escape early-morning house fire, SAFD says
The residents of a South Side home were able to safely escape a house fire early Wednesday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Texas A&M-San Antonio unveils two campus infrastructure projects
A recreation center and second on-campus residence hall will be unveiled amid other ongoing and soon-to-open campus infrastructure projects as part of what the university is touting as a “far-reaching master plan.”
Police seek suspect in 2020 murder case involving body found wrapped in blanket
San Antonio Crime Stoppers are searching for a suspect in the murder of Shawn Michael Gaitan, 25, who was killed in June 2020.
Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse set to reopen with revamped space and exciting events
San Antonio’s family- and pet-friendly spot, Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse, has announced its much-anticipated reopening.
Authorities ID man shot, killed by 70-year-old man outside Walmart on South Side
The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the 37-year-old man who was shot and killed in a Walmart parking lot on the South Side on Tuesday.
‘I told her to leave’: Neighbor’s warning to woman killed in apparent domestic violence case
San Antonio police found a 41-year-old woman stabbed to death inside a home on Division Avenue. They believe James Mendoza, 52, who also lived in the home, killed her.
1 person wounded in apparent drive-by shooting at South Side home, SAPD says
One person was taken to an area hospital following an apparent drive-by shooting at a home on the city’s South Side early Wednesday morning, according to San Antonio police.
Woman fatally stabbed inside South Side home; man in custody, police say
A woman is dead and a man has been arrested after a domestic disturbance turned into a stabbing at a home on the city’s South Side late Tuesday night, according to San Antonio police.
Man, 70, charged with murder in connection with shooting outside Walmart on South Side
A 70-year-old man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting in a Walmart parking lot on the South Side.
Murder or self-defense? SAPD deciding whether to pursue charges in shooting outside Walmart
A 70 year old man is accused of shooting and killing another man during an argument outside Walmart. San Antonio police say they're not sure if the shooting was murder or, perhaps, self-defense.
School begins for thousands of students in Southside ISD
School has started for thousands of students in Southside ISD’s eight schools. The district says that this year will see more than 6,300 students working with 800 employees and around 400 teachers.
Man shot, killed during altercation in Walmart parking lot on city’s South Side, police say
A man in his 30s was shot and killed during an altercation in the parking lot of a Walmart on the city’s South Side early Monday morning, according to San Antonio police.
Bicyclist killed after being struck by vehicle on South Side identified
A 63-year-old woman riding a bicycle was hit and killed by a vehicle on the city’s South Side early Monday morning, according to San Antonio police.
Suspect who assaulted man with baseball bat flees scene after victim’s sister fires weapon, SAPD says
San Antonio police said the sister of a man beaten with a baseball bat pulled out a weapon and fired at multiple suspects on the South Side.
SAPD says vehicle strikes, kills pedestrian after standing in roadway for unknown reason
An unidentified pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed on the South Side, San Antonio police said.
Bobbie’s Cafe and Pie Bar moving after 52 years and opening second restaurant on North Side
A destination diner on the city’s South Side is moving to a new location after 52 years and expanding with a second restaurant on the North Side.
SA Zoning Commission votes against industrial zoning proposal near Toyota plant
While the San Antonio Zoning Commission voted against a proposed buffer zone around the Toyota plant on the South Side, one thing was made clear: City Council will have the final say.
Here are some places to find free books in far south Bexar County
In a world of technology, books are sometimes set aside. That’s a slippery slope, seeing as how simply having physical books in a home can alter a child’s future.
Zoning buffer around South Side Toyota plant not as bad as neighbors fear, city says
The city’s proposed “Industrial Compatibility Overlay District” (ICOD) would be the first of its kind in San Antonio and would heavily restrict commercial and residential development around one of the city’s largest manufacturers. While people could remain in their existing homes, the construction of new houses would generally not be allowed - with some specific exceptions.
Puppy killed, car destroyed in garage fire at home on South Side, SAFD says
A puppy was killed and a car was destroyed following a garage fire at a home on the city’s South Side early Monday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
South San senior achieves full-ride scholarship to Columbia University
From her formative years as a Palo Alto Elementary Ram to her current role as a South San Bobcat, Judith has traversed the educational landscape with grace and purpose, culminating in a full-ride scholarship to Columbia University.
South Side publisher takes on new role as chief of marketing for high school mentorship program
April Monterrosa is the new chief of marketing for the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) High School Mentorship Program.
South Side real estate professional spearheads initiative ‘project cool’ to keep seniors cool this summer
Ben Godina and his partner, Amanda Casanova, are taking action to ensure the older community stays cool.
Teenager stabbed at far South Side apartments; suspect in custody, police say
A 17-year-old boy was taken to an area hospital after being stabbed at a far South Side apartment complex early Monday morning, according to San Antonio police.
Barber reflects on 63 years of serving the South Side community
The saying goes, ‘If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life’. That’s exactly how South Side San Antonio barber Pete Hernandez is feeling as he rounds out more than 60 years of cutting hair.
SAPD officer shoots, kills, ‘nuisance’ dog charging at him, neighbors say
People who live in the South side neighborhood say the officer had no choice but to shoot the dog. They say they've had their own scary run-ins with that animal and others.
17-year-old riding homemade go-kart collides with vehicle, sent to hospital
San Antonio police said a 17-year-old was injured and rushed to a hospital after his homemade go-kart crashed into another vehicle.
Suspect, victim involved in carjacking apparently knew each other, SAPD says
San Antonio police say a man with a gun physically forced a woman out of her SUV. Officers quickly tracked him down and recovered the stolen vehicle.
Suspect, victim involved in carjacking apparently knew each other, SAPD says
San Antonio police say a man with a gun physically forced a woman out of her SUV. Officers quickly tracked him down and recovered the stolen vehicle.
Woman escapes serious injury after being pushed from vehicle during carjacking, police say
San Antonio police say a man with a gun physically forced a woman out of her SUV. Officers quickly tracked him down and recovered the stolen vehicle.
A possible zoning buffer around the Toyota plant has residents pushing back against the city
A divisive proposal has landowners near the San Antonio Toyota Manufacturing Plant fuming. The city wants to limit what can be built around the plant for health and safety reasons.
Woman upset with order fires multiple gunshots at McDonald’s drive-thru window, affidavit says
A woman upset with her fast food order fired multiple gunshots at a McDonald’s drive thru window, according to an arrest affidavit.
Records: Suspect who literally ran from hit-and-run crash now on the run from police
Juan Gonzalez Sanchez, 35, was indicted for felony failure to stop and render aid causing serious bodily injury in September, nearly two years after SAPD investigators said his truck rear ended another truck in the 3300 block of Interstate 37 South.
Man killed after crashing car into tree on far South Side, police say
A man in his 20s was killed after he crashed his car into a tree on the city’s far South Side late Sunday night, according to San Antonio police.
Suspect arrested for assaulting, killing man who had him previously arrested, San Antonio police say
Authorities have arrested a San Antonio man after a dispute turned deadly last month.
‘I miss you, bro’: Family mourns man killed in South Side stabbing
The family of a 27-year-old man who was killed in a stabbing Tuesday held a vigil and balloon release for their loved one at the corner of Clamp Avenue and Grosvenor Boulevard.
Fire destroys detached garage that was converted into workshop at South Side home, SAFD says
A fire destroyed a detached garage that was converted into a workshop at a home on the city’s South Side early Tuesday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
House used by homeless people a ‘total loss’ after early-morning mattress fire, SAFD says
A small home that some homeless were staying in on the city’s far South Side was destroyed by a fire early Monday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Southside Spotlight: Meet Joette Barnes, East Central ISD’s new chief instructional officer
East Central Independent School District proudly announced Joette Barnes’ appointment as its new chief instructional officer.
Driver arrested after fleeing major crash involving bus on I-35; 1 person taken to hospital
A driver was arrested for causing a multiple-vehicle crash that involved a bus and fleeing the scene as a passenger suffered serious injuries, according to San Antonio police.
2024 Fiesta events on the South Side of San Antonio and surrounding areas
Fiesta time is just around the corner! While many flock to downtown and other parts of town for the festivities, some prefer to stay in our vibrant South Side neighborhood. Here’s a list of exciting Fiesta 2024 events happening in the South Side and in Southtown San Antonio that you can enjoy with the family.
Southside Conservation Action Center celebrates 20 years
The goal of the conservation action center is to create a place where children can learn about the environment, visitors can enjoy birdwatching, and birds have a safe place to stop along their migration journey.
San Antonio charter school to raise funds at Taste of the Southside festival to support education programs
A San Antonio charter school is holding a festival this weekend to raise much needed funds to support its educational programs designed to break generational cycles.
Search continues for weapon used by suspect accused of killing lifelong friend, BCSO says
A suspect has been arrested after shooting and killing another man over tennis shoes, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Man chases car burglar, fires gunshot at getaway vehicle shattering passenger-side window, SAPD says
A man who saw someone breaking into his sister’s vehicle chased after him and fired a single gunshot at a South Side apartment complex early Monday morning, according to the San Antonio Police Department.
Palo Alto College breaks ground on 90,000-square-foot wellness center
The roughly 90,000-square-foot center will give students and the South Side community new and upgraded equipment and activity space, including a 50-meter Olympic-size pool.
Medical examiner investigating death of man found inside burning home
San Antonio firefighters found the man dead after putting out huge flames in his home. They were not able to say right away whether he died as a result of the fire or, perhaps, in another way.
Explore the wonders of nature through art during free festival in Confluence Park
The San Antonio River Foundation will host Cochineala, a free festival that teaches people about organisms and animals through art, on Saturday.
Taste of the Southside Festival: Empowering education and community unity
The festival’s primary goal is to raise critical funds to support education programs and break generational cycles in the Southside community.
Early-morning fire causes roughly $85,000 in damage to South Side home after spreading to attic, SAFD says
An early-morning fire severely damaged a South Side home after it made its way to the attic early Thursday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.