Nathaniel Melendez received a 70-year prison sentence for fatally shooting a teenager at a San Antonio party in 2022, despite claiming self-defense due to drug-induced paranoia.

Governor Greg Abbott reappoints Brian A. Bailey as chair of the Texas Facilities Commission, affirming his leadership in managing state properties and the Texas border wall construction.

Governor Abbott honored those affected by fentanyl in Texas, highlighting the crisis and state efforts to combat it, including awareness campaigns and legislation to enhance penalties and education.

The weather in San Antonio will be sunny with mid-90s temperatures today, gradually cooling to the high 70s by Wednesday with gusty winds. The sunny weather continues with mild temperatures towards the weekend.

San Antonio's Animal Care Services is hosting the Dogtober Fall Festival on October 26, featuring pet adoptions, live music, a market, food trucks, a costume contest, and more, aimed at finding homes for pets.

The San Antonio Municipal Court is offering a Fall Case Resolution Campaign to help individuals settle outstanding citations without fear of arrest, with options for in-person, virtual court sessions, or online payments.

A Texas driver was killed and two deputies wounded during a shootout following a traffic stop in Missouri. The incident involved a man with outstanding warrants and occurred early Monday morning.

SAWS has launched a campaign for free inspections to identify lead and galvanized water service lines in response to new EPA rules, targeting properties built before 1989.

A shooting in San Antonio resulted in two bystanders injured. The incident occurred in a parking lot following a disturbance in an apartment. Police detained a 16-year-old boy and are investigating the cause.

Thirty-four cadets graduated from the San Antonio Police Department's Cadet Class 24-Alpha into new officers, committed to public service after eight months of intensive training.

The article details César Chávez's legacy and his 1966 rally in Texas, alongside efforts to recognize Antonio Orendain and the Texas Farm Workers Union he founded after parting with the UFW.

The article discusses challenges Texas pollsters face with increasing call screening, impacting polling accuracy and costs in gathering public opinion.

National Dessert Day brings sweet deals in San Antonio, including free churros at Jack in the Box, discounted Cheesecake Factory slices, and various other promotions at KFC, Long John Silver's, and more.