Former Schertz police officer arrested on charges of sexual assault, DPS says
Read full article: Former Schertz police officer arrested on charges of sexual assault, DPS saysA former Schertz police officer was arrested Wednesday on charges of sexual assault, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Family sues after Guadalupe County deputy fatally shot Navy veteran in 2024
Read full article: Family sues after Guadalupe County deputy fatally shot Navy veteran in 2024The family of a 77-year-old Navy veteran has filed a lawsuit against Guadalupe County and the sheriff’s deputy who shot him in 2024.
Ex-Guadalupe Co. deputy, Blanco Co. officer arrested; 2 others charged after bar fight, GCSO says
Read full article: Ex-Guadalupe Co. deputy, Blanco Co. officer arrested; 2 others charged after bar fight, GCSO saysFour men, including a now-former Guadalupe County Sheriff’s deputy and a Blanco County constable officer, are facing charges after a fight broke out in the parking lot of a bar earlier this month, authorities said.
21 arrested in connection with Guadalupe County narcotics investigation, Seguin police say
Read full article: 21 arrested in connection with Guadalupe County narcotics investigation, Seguin police sayA narcotics investigation in Guadalupe County has led to 21 felony drug arrests and 31 felony charges, the Seguin Police Department said Monday.
Foster care facility near Seguin faces closure without urgent financial help
Read full article: Foster care facility near Seguin faces closure without urgent financial helpA foster care facility that provides a home for children without placement is in danger of shutting down if it doesn’t receive immediate financial support.
City of Schertz sets special election date to fill vacant Place 7 seat
Read full article: City of Schertz sets special election date to fill vacant Place 7 seatSchertz City Council has set a special election for next month to fill the vacant Place 7 council seat following the death of former councilmember Tim Brown last month.
Schertz officers rearrest man in Corpus Christi, faces new murder charge, authorities say
Read full article: Schertz officers rearrest man in Corpus Christi, faces new murder charge, authorities saySchertz police officers said they needed to travel more than 100 miles south to arrest a suspect accused of murdering a woman in 2023.
2 weeks remain to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA says
Read full article: 2 weeks remain to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA saysHill Country and Central Texas homeowners, renters and businesses have two weeks left to request federal assistance after the catastrophic floods in July.
Texas property tax reform bill fails to limit possible rate increases during disasters, expert says
Read full article: Texas property tax reform bill fails to limit possible rate increases during disasters, expert saysSenate Bill 10 seeks to limit the growth of property tax rates after a disaster. One expert argues, however, the bill fails to meaningfully reform the process because it is written too loosely.
Santa Clara chief marshal faces additional charges for misusing databases to obtain information
Read full article: Santa Clara chief marshal faces additional charges for misusing databases to obtain informationJerry Airola is accused of improperly looking up 16 different people or businesses using a government database.
Texas bill would limit future property tax increases to fund disaster recovery for cities, counties
Read full article: Texas bill would limit future property tax increases to fund disaster recovery for cities, countiesSenate Bill 10 would close a lever actively being considered to fund disaster recovery from the Hill Country Floods
2 Guadalupe County volunteer fire departments face shutdown risk after proposed county budget
Read full article: 2 Guadalupe County volunteer fire departments face shutdown risk after proposed county budgetLake Dunlap and New Berlin volunteer fire departments said they will have to shut down within a year or so due to low funding following Guadalupe County’s recent proposed budget.
2 arrested after 300+ pounds of meth found during traffic stop, GCSO says
Read full article: 2 arrested after 300+ pounds of meth found during traffic stop, GCSO saysTwo men were arrested after a traffic stop led Guadalupe County deputies to seize more than 300 pounds of methamphetamine and heroin combined, the sheriff’s office said.
Less than one month remains to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA says
Read full article: Less than one month remains to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA saysHill Country and Central Texas homeowners, renters and businesses have less than 30 days to request federal help after catastrophic floods pummeled the state last month.
2 arrested in connection with more than 60 animals abandoned in ‘distressing conditions,’ police say
Read full article: 2 arrested in connection with more than 60 animals abandoned in ‘distressing conditions,’ police sayMaria Maxcimiana Soliz, 61, and Ricardo Antonio Guajardo, 56, returned to Schertz Wednesday to surrender themselves to detectives.
Body of New Braunfels man found with apparent gunshot wound, burn injuries after suspicious fire
Read full article: Body of New Braunfels man found with apparent gunshot wound, burn injuries after suspicious fireNew Braunfels police and fire officials are investigating the death of a 37-year-old man found in his home following a fire they believe may have been set on purpose.
Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office searching for man wanted for probation violation on manslaughter charges
Read full article: Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office searching for man wanted for probation violation on manslaughter chargesThe Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man wanted for violating his probation on two manslaughter charges.
Guadalupe County makes three arrests in ongoing emphasis of crimes related to children, domestic violence
Read full article: Guadalupe County makes three arrests in ongoing emphasis of crimes related to children, domestic violenceGuadalupe County deputies arrested three people with outstanding warrants on Tuesday in connection with an ongoing effort by the sheriff’s office.
Volunteer firefighter arrested, accused of aggravated sexual assault, Guadalupe County records show
Read full article: Volunteer firefighter arrested, accused of aggravated sexual assault, Guadalupe County records showAccording to a Thursday afternoon news release, Schertz police said Wiley, a Schertz resident, was taken into custody by Guadalupe County sheriff’s deputies without incident.
Sheriff targeting ‘child predators’ in Guadalupe County; 3 arrests made in 3 days
Read full article: Sheriff targeting ‘child predators’ in Guadalupe County; 3 arrests made in 3 daysGuadalupe County Sheriff Joshua Ray said he gave a special directive to fugitive apprehension officers to concentrate on crimes involving the exploitation of children.
Gov. Abbott adds 4 counties to state’s flood disaster declaration, bringing statewide total to 30
Read full article: Gov. Abbott adds 4 counties to state’s flood disaster declaration, bringing statewide total to 30The Texas governor added Edwards, Kinney, Real and Schleicher counties to the state disaster declaration.
3 arrested, 1 on the run after high-speed chase in Guadalupe County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 3 arrested, 1 on the run after high-speed chase in Guadalupe County, sheriff’s office saysThree suspects were arrested, and one person remains on the run after a high-speed chase in Guadalupe County, according to the sheriff’s office.
How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio area
Read full article: How recent rain has impacted rivers, lakes and reservoirs in New Braunfels, San Antonio areaSouth Central Texas has been experiencing drought conditions for more than 1,377 days. While recent rain has helped, rivers and aquifers still face historic lows this tubing and boating season.
Man in 6-hour armed standoff with New Braunfels police says he was protecting his property rights
Read full article: Man in 6-hour armed standoff with New Braunfels police says he was protecting his property rightsA New Braunfels man who engaged in a six-hour standoff with police in late April said he regrets how the incident played out but does not regret standing up for his property rights.
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.
Multiple fires reported in Guadalupe County, residents urged to use caution
Read full article: Multiple fires reported in Guadalupe County, residents urged to use cautionGuadalupe County residents are urged to exercise caution after multiple fires were reported in the area Tuesday afternoon, according to the New Berlin Volunteer Fire Department.
Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office suspends investigation into disappearance of 74-year-old man
Read full article: Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office suspends investigation into disappearance of 74-year-old manThe Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office said it is suspending its weekslong investigation into a man who was reported missing late last month.
City of Seguin Main Street director arrested, faces child sexual abuse material charge, deputies say
Read full article: City of Seguin Main Street director arrested, faces child sexual abuse material charge, deputies sayA City of Seguin staff member was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse material, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
Man arrested, accused of sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child, Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child, Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office saysA man wanted out of Guadalupe County on charges of sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child was arrested on Wednesday in Missouri, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
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.
TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic year
Read full article: TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic yearThe Texas Education Agency released its grades for each school and school district in the state for the 2022-23 academic year.
Guadalupe County man charged with sexual assault of San Antonio teen, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Guadalupe County man charged with sexual assault of San Antonio teen, sheriff’s office saysA man was arrested and charged on Wednesday with aggravated sexual assault of a child after picking up a teenage girl in San Antonio, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
2 students arrested, accused of concealing loaded gun at Navarro High School campus, authorities say
Read full article: 2 students arrested, accused of concealing loaded gun at Navarro High School campus, authorities sayTwo Navarro ISD students were arrested on Wednesday after a weapon was confiscated on the Navarro High School campus.
Man in jail charged in connection with woman’s fentanyl overdose death, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Man in jail charged in connection with woman’s fentanyl overdose death, sheriff’s office saysA man in jail was served with an arrest warrant in connection with a woman’s overdose death, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
Investigation underway for in-custody death of inmate at Guadalupe County Jail, GCSO says
Read full article: Investigation underway for in-custody death of inmate at Guadalupe County Jail, GCSO saysAn investigation is underway after an inmate at the Guadalupe County jail died in February, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
WATCH: Family urges Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to improve training after fatal 2024 shooting
Read full article: WATCH: Family urges Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to improve training after fatal 2024 shootingA family is urging the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to improve training after the fatal shooting of a 77-year-old man in 2024.
‘A red flag’: Records reveal a concerning history in former Guadalupe, Comal County deputy’s employment
Read full article: ‘A red flag’: Records reveal a concerning history in former Guadalupe, Comal County deputy’s employmentAn investigation into inappropriate text messages sent to a confidential informant led to a Comal County Sheriff’s deputy’s demotion.
In Guadalupe County, an elections academy aims to strengthen residents’ trust in voting
Read full article: In Guadalupe County, an elections academy aims to strengthen residents’ trust in votingThe academy offers an inside look at how votes are counted and secured. It’s building confidence — and inspiring similar programs across Texas.
TUBING OUTLOOK: How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirs
Read full article: TUBING OUTLOOK: How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirsSouth Central Texas has been in drought conditions for over 1,280 days with new burn bans being implemented. Additionally, rivers and aquifers face historic lows before tubing season.
Woman arrested, accused of neglecting person with disabilities, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Woman arrested, accused of neglecting person with disabilities, sheriff’s office saysA woman was arrested after she allegedly neglected a person with disabilities in her care, the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
Blue Bell truck driver killed in single-vehicle crash on FM 467, authorities say
Read full article: Blue Bell truck driver killed in single-vehicle crash on FM 467, authorities sayA fatal crash involving a Blue Bell truck has caused closures on FM 467, according to Guadalupe County Sheriff Joshua Ray.
Child sex abuse defendant rearrested after KSAT Investigates reveals footage contradicting health claims
Read full article: Child sex abuse defendant rearrested after KSAT Investigates reveals footage contradicting health claimsA child sex abuse defendant who has avoided going to trial for years by claiming he is too sick to make court appearances was rearrested Friday, after violating conditions of his bond.
Seguin ISD student brought cocaine to elementary school, police say
Read full article: Seguin ISD student brought cocaine to elementary school, police sayA Seguin Independent School District student was arrested and accused of bringing narcotics onto an elementary campus, according to the Seguin Police Department.
Man crushed to death by trailer at Seguin bottle factory, police say
Read full article: Man crushed to death by trailer at Seguin bottle factory, police sayA man was killed after he was pinned between a trailer and a building at a Seguin bottle factory, the Seguin Police Department said in a news release.
Child sex abuse defendant says he’s too sick for trial; accusers' footage raises questions about accuracy
Read full article: Child sex abuse defendant says he’s too sick for trial; accusers' footage raises questions about accuracyProsecutors in Guadalupe County have requested that a defendant charged with sexually abusing children more than a decade ago appear in person for a status hearing late next week, after the man’s accusers gathered footage raising questions about whether he is actually too unwell to go to trial.
Fire at Navarro High School was ‘quickly extinguished’, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Fire at Navarro High School was ‘quickly extinguished’, sheriff’s office saysA fire was “quickly extinguished” at Navarro High School on Monday after school, according to the Guadalupe County Fire Marshal.
18 immigrants found hidden inside tanker in Seguin, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 18 immigrants found hidden inside tanker in Seguin, sheriff’s office saysDeputies discovered over a dozen immigrants hidden inside an 18-wheeler during a traffic stop, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.
LIST: Burn bans, fireworks restrictions in Bexar County, surrounding areas on New Year’s Eve
Read full article: LIST: Burn bans, fireworks restrictions in Bexar County, surrounding areas on New Year’s EveAs the countdown to the new year starts, several counties in the San Antonio area are reminding residents of burn bans in effect.
Schertz PD investigates new person of interest in slaying of businessman on Christmas Eve in 2015
Read full article: Schertz PD investigates new person of interest in slaying of businessman on Christmas Eve in 2015The Schertz Police Department is asking for the public’s help in solving the death of Henry Gutierrez, whose body was found on Christmas Eve nearly nine years ago in 2015, after they developed a new person of interest in the case.
Family of 77-year-old man urges Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to improve training after deadly shooting
Read full article: Family of 77-year-old man urges Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to improve training after deadly shootingA Guadalupe County family is asking its sheriff’s department to improve its training procedures after one of the deputies shot and killed a 77-year-old man in August.
Husband of Guadalupe County district clerk arrested on repeat DWI charge, months after felony theft plea was filed
Read full article: Husband of Guadalupe County district clerk arrested on repeat DWI charge, months after felony theft plea was filedThe husband of Guadalupe County District Clerk Linda Balk was arrested Monday by Cibolo police on a repeat driving while intoxicated charge, booking records obtained Tuesday by KSAT Investigates show.
Marion prepares for an election after year of chaos among its city council
Read full article: Marion prepares for an election after year of chaos among its city councilMarion’s city council ran into new dilemmas over the last year as internal mistakes led to the city missing an election and multiple people leaving their positions, including the mayor. Now, residents have the chance to elect new council members.
Husband of Guadalupe County district clerk pleads guilty to felony theft, ordered to pay $245K in restitution
Read full article: Husband of Guadalupe County district clerk pleads guilty to felony theft, ordered to pay $245K in restitutionThe husband of Guadalupe County District Clerk Linda Balk was sentenced to seven years of community supervision and ordered to pay more than $245,000 in restitution as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors filed with the court this summer, records show.
Former Clemens High School teacher arrested on 10 felony charges, accused of improper relationship with student
Read full article: Former Clemens High School teacher arrested on 10 felony charges, accused of improper relationship with studentDavid Rios, 47, was arrested late last week on 10 felony charges, including aggravated sexual assault of a child, four counts of sexual assault of a child and five counts of having an improper relationship between and educator and student, Guadalupe County Jail records show.
Former Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD substitute teacher facing child injury charges released on bond
Read full article: Former Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD substitute teacher facing child injury charges released on bondA former Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD substitute teacher facing child injury charges was released from Bexar County custody less than a month after facing similar charges in Guadalupe County.
Multiple lanes closed on I-10 for hours after vehicle collides with trailer, officials say
Read full article: Multiple lanes closed on I-10 for hours after vehicle collides with trailer, officials sayMultiple lanes on Interstate 10 have been closed for over five hours after a vehicle collided with a trailer, according to Guadalupe County Constable Precinct 4.
Substitute teacher at Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD arrested on child injury charges, police say
Read full article: Substitute teacher at Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD arrested on child injury charges, police sayA substitute teacher at Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD was arrested and charged with two counts of injury to a child.
WATCH: Seguin residents reflect on tight 2024 presidential race in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’
Read full article: WATCH: Seguin residents reflect on tight 2024 presidential race in ‘Your Voice, South Texas’People aren't defined by their parties. KSAT's new series listens to residents of different towns in South Texas to get their views on the election before November, taking politicians out of the equation.
‘My position is the only one in city hall who’s running things’: Former Marion secretary talks to KSAT after resigning
Read full article: ‘My position is the only one in city hall who’s running things’: Former Marion secretary talks to KSAT after resigningSuzanne Gonzales, one of two now-former Marion city officials, spoke to KSAT three days after she made her resignation official.
RESULTS: Schoolcraft declares victory over incumbent Kuempel in GOP runoff for Texas House District 44
Read full article: RESULTS: Schoolcraft declares victory over incumbent Kuempel in GOP runoff for Texas House District 44Long-time state Rep. John Kuempel faces perhaps the toughest test of his political career when he faces former state lawmaker Alan Schoolcraft for the Republican nomination for Texas House District 44 in Tuesday's Texas Primary runoff election.
Schertz police urging other potential victims to come forward after teacher arrest
Read full article: Schertz police urging other potential victims to come forward after teacher arrestSchertz Elementary School teacher Gabriel Cantu, 42, is facing a charge of indecency with a child after a student made an outcry March 11. Court records show she told police the incident happened in January 2023.
Santa Clara law enforcement officials indicted, accused of abusing positions
Read full article: Santa Clara law enforcement officials indicted, accused of abusing positionsTwo members of the Santa Clara marshal’s office have been indicted on multiple charges of abusing their positions in law enforcement, court records show.
GOP state Rep. Kuempel headed to runoff against Schoolcraft in tight race for Texas House District 44
Read full article: GOP state Rep. Kuempel headed to runoff against Schoolcraft in tight race for Texas House District 44A trio of Republican candidates have set their sights on the seat of long-time GOP state Representative for District 44, John Kuempel.
Governor Abbott takes aim at GOP state Rep. Kuempel in Texas House District 44
Read full article: Governor Abbott takes aim at GOP state Rep. Kuempel in Texas House District 44A trio of Republican candidates have set their sights on the seat of long-time GOP state Representative for District 44, John Kuempel.
Guadalupe County MUD No. 10 Director, Propositions election results for Nov. 7, 2023
Read full article: Guadalupe County MUD No. 10 Director, Propositions election results for Nov. 7, 2023Voters will select five seats for the Guadalupe County MUD No. 10 board of directors and decide the fate of six propositions.
All election results for Texas Constitutional Amendments, local mayors, city councils, propositions for Nov. 7, 2023
Read full article: All election results for Texas Constitutional Amendments, local mayors, city councils, propositions for Nov. 7, 2023Voters across Texas will head to the polls on Nov. 7 to decide the fate of 14 constitutional amendments dealing with property taxes, infrastructure, state parks, farming/ranching, teacher retirement, and more.