A San Antonio emergency room doctor is urging families to take holiday safety seriously this Fourth of July weekend — warning that fireworks, grills, pools and extreme heat can quickly turn a celebration into a trip to the ER.

The drowning death of Jaylen Robinson, 13, at Boerne City Lake this weekend has served as a grim reminder of the importance of water safety, especially on the state’s various lakes, rivers and miles of coastline. KSAT spoke with Dr. Dan Murray, a divemaster instructor and the owner of Dive Masters of San Antonio, about staying safe with friends and family.

Hot summer days bring kids to pools, rivers and lakes, but those same waters can turn dangerous in seconds, especially for inexperienced swimmers.

A San Antonio intersection got major upgrades after a blind homeowner said speeding drivers were posing a safety threat for her and her children.

A 24-year-old tow truck driver has been in medical care for more than three months after he was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash while working along Loop 410, according to his family.

A first grader walking to school with her 12-year-old sister was crossing a street near Evers Elementary School when she was hit by a car. After a brief interaction, the driver drove away.

Centro San Antonio is asking downtown residents and workers to help improve the area’s safety and overall experience, according to a news release.

Flowers have piled up at a roadside memorial on Grissom Road.

CPS Energy handed out free natural gas and carbon monoxide alarms to residents in the North Side neighborhood, where two homes exploded last week. KSAT set out to find out where to get them and how much they cost.

With Fiesta San Antonio set to kick off, the San Antonio Police Department is preparing for the influx of crowds expected to fill downtown streets.

Cars continue to crash on Southwest Loop 410 near Dartmoor Street six months after a car plowed into a man’s bedroom.

A neighborhood effort to make Southtown streets safer is picking up steam as the city has installed new stop signs at a busy intersection.

City of San Antonio Public Works says a traffic study is on the way for a fast-paced street.

Several automakers are recalling certain vehicles due to safety hazards, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Selma Firefighters hope to break ground on a new public safety training facility in approximately six months.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said that Ajinomoto Foods is pulling two types of food products, including some sold at Trader Joe’s.

Mercedes-Benz and Daimler Vans are two companies that are recalling vehicles for safety reasons, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The parents of Jose Flores III are still searching for answers, five months after their son was hit and killed while crossing Marbach Road on his lunch break.

The Texas Department of Public Safety has increased patrols statewide for Super Bowl Sunday.

The company is recalling around 194,400 of its PurSteam steamers because they may expel hot water from the steam nozzle during use.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an Early Alert for specific glucose monitoring systems after Abbott Diabetes Care recommended that they be removed from the market.

Brands like Hyundai, Kia and Toyota are all recalling models that may be dangerous, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Hobby Lobby plush toys, Yetonmar teething toys and Academy Sports and Outdoors rocker chairs are all being pulled because they might be dangerous, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

A popular baby food company is voluntarily recalling certain batches of biscuits due to a potential presence of soft plastic or paper pieces.

A complaint from a homeowner who is blind, followed by KSAT reaching out, prompted action from her city councilmember.

Around 11,530 products from The Ambriola company, under names such as Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark, are being pulled from several states, including Texas.

Around 11,530 products from The Ambriola company, under names such as Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark, are being pulled from several states, including Texas.

Around 74,710 of Evenflo’s All4One child seats in Aries black are being recalled because they may not maintain the proper recline position and may not adequately secure a child in a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Several automakers are recalling certain models because they could pose potential safety hazards, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

After a body was recovered in the San Antonio River near Pearl on Monday, locals and visitors told KSAT the discovery was concerning, but they still feel safe.

New federal legislation could help states and other stakeholders address pedestrian deaths along rail crossings.

Several automakers are recalling certain models because they may pose a potential safety risk to owners, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Drunk driving incidents during the holidays are an issue across the state, with more than 2,000 crashes reported last year, according to numbers from the Texas Department of Transportation.

At least 17 San Antonio-area retailers are affected by a nationwide frozen dessert recall due to concerns of small stones or other hard objects present in the product.

Britt Eastland, the co-director of Camp Mystic Cypress Lake in Hunt, spoke to KSAT about why the camp is taking extra safety precautions following the deadly Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025.

Several products are being recalled due to potential safety risks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of Red Lentil Dal Soup sold at H-E-B stores due to undeclared milk, according to a Wednesday news release.

Neighbors tell KSAT speeding and missing safety features have turned Roosevelt Avenue into a deadly danger zone. That’s why they’re calling on the city and state for help.

Crash data shows one of San Antonio’s busiest roads is also among the most dangerous for drivers.

Certain vehicles from Waymo are being voluntarily recalled because they may not stop for a school bus.

Certain pet food is being recalled in 14 states, including Texas, because it could contain plastic, according to a news release from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

San Antonio City Council will consider an item later this month that could add nearly 100 traffic-monitoring and vehicle-detection cameras at intersections across the city.

Membership appointments for a newly formed pedestrian and transportation safety commission made up of transportation advocates and practitioners from across the spectrum was approved by San Antonio City Council this week.

Several popular brands, from electronics to children’s amenities, are recalling certain products because they could pose a potential safety risk.

As temperatures drop, many people are turning to space heaters to stay warm. The San Antonio Fire Department urges residents to follow a few safety tips to prevent fires.

More than 260,000 bags of shredded cheese are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Certain tires are being voluntarily recalled because they could pose a potential safety risk, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Nissan, Hyundai and International Motors (IM) are voluntarily pulling some vehicles because they could pose a hazard to consumers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

A new study ranked San Antonio as the seventh deadliest city in the country for pedestrians.

Certain toddler stepping stools are being pulled because they could pose a safety risk.

The Uvalde Rodeo Qualifier, originally scheduled to begin on Wednesday, has been canceled due to a recent equine virus outbreak, the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo said.

San Antonio’s Transportation Department plans to recognize lives lost to traffic violence during World Day of Remembrance this weekend, as local fatal traffic crashes top 100.

Certain products from popular brands are being pulled due to a potential safety risk.

After months of reporting and community pressure, change has come to one Southeast Side road.

San Antonio’s Transportation Department is hosting four planned community open house meetings beginning this week, inviting the public to provide feedback on pedestrian safety around the forthcoming Green Line project.

VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Annual “Roadeo” is a family tradition within the company where bus operators, maintenance and several critical employees come together to put the skills they have perfected over time to the test.

A Bexar County family is seeking the public’s help in locating their brother.

Several car models are being pulled because they could pose a potential safety risk to owners, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

As wildfire risks intensify across Texas, experts are sounding the alarm about elevated fire danger this weekend — and possibly for weeks to come.

Every day for the past 25 years, at least one person — a mother, father, son or daughter — has died in a traffic crash in Texas.

Another case of rabies has been reported in Kerr County.

Individuals claiming to be from Texas A&M are going door-to-door asking residents to shoot deer in their yard, according to a social media post from KPD.

Certain frozen croquette products are being recalled in several states, including Texas, due to misbranding and the presence of an undeclared allergen, which poses a potential safety risk.

Several popular brands are voluntarily recalling certain products due to safety concerns, according to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC).

A scare this week in Schertz has law enforcement urging parents to keep an extra close eye on their kids, especially on Halloween.

Several popular automakers are recalling specific models due to potential safety risks.

Two products are being recalled for serious safety concerns, according to federal officials.

Several Bexar County emergency agencies and Judge Peter Sakai are hosting a press conference Wednesday to discuss preparations for forecasted “critical fire weather conditions,” according to a county news release.

With a cold front bringing gusty winds to San Antonio, residents finally have the opportunity to turn their heaters on for the first time in months. However, before getting too cozy, HVAC experts recommend a few simple steps to help keep your home safe and your system running efficiently.

Two new pedestrian-safety enhancements have been implemented on one stretch of Southeast Military Drive, a section that neighbors repeatedly told KSAT was dangerous.

Two families are calling on leaders to do more to protect homes and the people in a Southwest Side neighborhood off the access road of Loop 410.

Several automakers have recalled certain models due to serious safety concerns.

Scotch, Bio Ionic and Lifepro Fitness are pulling some of their products because they could pose safety risks, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is pulling some of its products in Texas because they could potentially contain metal pieces.

San Antonio International Airport held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday to mark the official opening of its new public safety building, marking a key milestone in the airport’s $2.5 billion expansion and capital improvement plan.

Several automakers are recalling certain models due to serious safety concerns.

A man has been charged with multiple felonies, including allegedly stealing at least $10,000 from a Shavano Park couple, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by KSAT.

Certain rice products are being voluntarily recalled due to an injury risk, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

A community forum was held Thursday night in the Pride district to talk about LGBTQ+ protections.

What started in 2012 as a high school driving safety club has evolved into a state-level campaign, as Johnson High School students continue to raise awareness and take their fight against distracted driving to the Texas State Capitol.

A week after a man was hit and killed crossing a street on San Antonio’s West Side, neighbors are calling on the city for help.

San Antonio’s Transportation Department will host a Walk & Bike to School Day event this week for Loma Park Elementary School students, among citywide National Pedestrian Safety Month programming.

Nearly 460 school zone violations last school year have sparked concerns along a busy stretch of road on San Antonio’s far north side, where local advocates are pushing for stricter distracted driving laws.

The City of New Braunfels is seeking public input on a Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan, a process it anticipates could be completed by next summer.

San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss public safety and a potential government shutdown after midnight Wednesday.

Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to strengthen security around places of worship following a rise in attacks against religious communities.

Neighbors have called KSAT three times this year about crashes on Heather Meadow, the main road that runs through the Blue Ridge Ranch neighborhood.

In the last month, two people died while trying to cross Southeast Military Drive between Old Corpus Christi Highway and South Presa.

One lot of baby food is being voluntarily recalled due to possible high levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The Boerne Police Department is warning about a potential scam in the area.

The Schertz, Cibolo and Selma Police Departments will be conducting a free car seat check on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Schertz Community Playscape.

Several automakers are issuing recalls for certain vehicle models, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Certain brands of mac and cheese products are being voluntarily recalled due to a potential allergy risk, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

A new report from the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) envisions a more walkable Beacon Hill and Alta Vista, two neighborhoods on San Antonio’s North Side, central to the city’s larger transportation conversation.

A brand sold at Target is recalling certain products due to an undeclared shellfish allergen, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

A cheese facility has issued a voluntary recall of certain products due to a potential Listeria contamination in four states, including Texas.

The San Marcos Police Department is warning locals of a potential scam in the area.

DermaRite has expanded a nationwide recall for certain products due to a possible microbial contamination.

The Kerrville Police Department is warning locals of potential scam texts in the area.

In the last month, there have been two deadly crashes involving pedestrians between Old Corpus Christi Road and South Presa Street. Now, people living nearby are calling for change.