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San Antonio Police Chief reveals his love for cats
SAN ANTONIO – “I’m kind of an animal guy, but cats happen to be one of my favorites,” said San Antonio Police Chief William McManus. McManus denies being a cat whisperer, but he was probably just being modest, as a kitten crawled on his shoulders. The...
San Antonio wants to hire more police officers to be on patrol
SAN ANTONIO — The City of San Antonio wants to use grant funding to hire 50 more police officers. They applied for a $6,250,000 federal grant through the Department of Justice. On Thursday, San Antonio City Council approved accepting the grant if the city is awarded the money. "Once...
San Antonio Housing Authority Reverses Eviction Notices Amidst Leadership Shakeup
In the wake of community backlash, the San Antonio housing authority has been quick to course-correct after a wave of potential evictions loomed over public housing residents. Michael Reyes, who stepped in as acting president and CEO of Opportunity Home San Antonio, has moved to immediately rescind the majority of the roughly 600 notices to vacate issued in April to tenants in debt. Reyes emphasized the need to protect vulnerable households, particularly in light of the lingering effects of the pandemic. "We must do all we can to protect our vulnerable households, particularly those who are still reeling from the effects of the pandemic," Reyes said in statements quoted by the San Antonio Report.
Humanitarian Crisis Averted, San Antonio Hospital Treats Migrants Found in Sweltering Trailer Amidst Smuggling Crackdown
San Antonio's University Hospital staff took swift action to provide urgent care for a dozen migrants found in deplorable conditions amid a recent human smuggling operation. Rhiannon Rasmussen, assistant director of emergency services at University Hospital, revealed to KENS 5, "We only had minor heat-related injuries as being overheated," detailing the rapid assessment and treatment of individuals who faced extreme heat and limited resources. Patients recounted harrowing experiences, including lack of proper sanitation facilities described as a "shack" by Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.
New insight into University Hospital's response to 26 overheated migrants
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — Always ready for the unknown. University Hospital is providing new insight about their response, last Thursday, when staff got a call about migrants needing urgent care. The 26 migrants were found in extremely hot conditions in the area of 1604 and Oak Island Drive. There...
San Antonio Cracks Down on 'Party Houses', City Council Increases Short-Term Rental Permit Fees
In a city where short-term rentals and the troubles they bring have been a growing thorn in the side of residents and city officials alike, San Antonio's City Council has laid down new ground rules. It approved an amended ordinance yesterday, a significant shift aimed to rein in so-called 'party houses' and ensure responsible operations. The San Antonio City Council raised the permit fees for non-owner occupied short-term rentals from the previous $100 for a three-year span to a stiffer $475, a nod to increasing regulatory burden and community pressure.
San Antonio to Celebrate Juneteenth with Cultural Events and Support for Black-Owned Businesses
San Antonio is set to observe Juneteenth with a wealth of activities and dining experiences designed to honor this momentous day in history. Juneteenth, a day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, resonates deeply in the community, marked by rich traditions and cultural events. The city will come alive with a series of events, including film screenings, prayer breakfasts, and block parties. Additionally, the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses, especially local eateries, is emphasized during these celebrations.
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