San Antonio and the police union reached a tentative 3-year deal with major pay raises and strong benefits, costing $102.2M, plus revamped patrol schedules for peak calls. Union and City Council votes next.
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Orange border buoys swept down the flooded Rio Grande this week, forcing the temporary closure of Eagle Pass’ international bridges and rene
San Antonio and the police union reached a tentative 3-year deal with major pay raises and strong benefits, costing $102.2M, plus revamped patrol schedules for peak calls. Union and City Council votes next.
New Braunfels reopened the Comal River after flood closures, but officials warn submerged debris may remain during cleanup. No lifeguards Friday due to late reopening; normal duty Saturday. River Acres Park open.
Texas Game Wardens expand flood response in 10 counties; aviation drops supplies to stranded Kerr County camps, while boats and helicopters conduct rescues/evacuations. As of July 17, 3 p.m.: 147 rescues, 89 evacuations.
JBSA officials identify Dr. Kenneth Stuart, 76, a 32-year federal civilian with the 57th Intelligence Squadron, as the victim of last weekend’s flash flood at Lackland. The incident remains under investigation.
Gov. Greg Abbott heads to Uvalde Friday for a storm and flash flood response update, joined by state and local emergency officials. Briefing at 2 p.m. is photo-only, followed by a 3 p.m. press conference.
I-35 Northeast Expansion brings overnight lane reductions July 20 to 26, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., plus a weekend southbound squeeze July 24 to 26. Expect delays near Frost Bank Center, Petroleum Dr, and George Beach Ave.
Historic Bexar County flooding: 13.90 inches near Boerne, 10+ inches along I-10, and 9.15 inches downtown San Antonio. Rain may ease, but Hill Country runoff could keep rivers rising and roads flooded.
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launched a Flood Relief Fund for its 10-county region after recent flooding. Grants await damage assessments; donations are open for food, shelter and housing needs.
Kerr County officials credit preparedness as flood recovery continues
San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers seek fugitive Angel Hernandez, wanted on two felony aggravated robbery warrants. A knife was used in a Market Street attack over New York Knicks gear. Reward up to $5,000.
Floodwaters are surging through Uvalde County, prompting evacuations in Crystal City, Texas, officials say. Residents should follow orders, avoid flooded areas, and monitor emergency updates as conditions change.
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Texas DPS warns drivers to avoid parts of Uvalde County after flooding collapsed the FM 481 bridge. Officials urge obeying closures as washed-out roads and bridges may be unstable. No timeline yet for reopening.
San Antonio police seek a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian was killed on U.S. 90 near Loop 1604. Debris suggests a red 2022-2025 Nissan Sentra with left-front damage and a missing driver-side mirror.
U.S. Highway 90 reopens between Uvalde and San Antonio after flood closure, but delays remain near Knippa and Sabinal as crews repair damage. The shutdown triggered major detours adding about 3.5 hours.
Emergency crews carried out more than 30 rescues in Gillespie County on Thursday as floodwaters from the Pedernales River swept through the Texas Hill Country,
Lavaca County JP Travis Hill, arrested on felony charges including compelling prostitution and sexual assault, died by suicide after law enforcement found him in remote Gonzales County. Texas Rangers’ probe continues.
Kendall County officials urged Comfort residents to avoid flooded crossings as the Guadalupe River rose 4 feet in 30 minutes, triggering sirens and mandatory evacuations. Peak flow reached 200,000 cfs, topping last year.
Fire investigators are looking into possible arson after an early morning duplex fire on San Antonio's Northwest Side. Everyone escaped safely, but one dog died. No injuries were reported.
Flash Flood Warning: Uvalde County until 7 a.m.; Bandera, Kerr & Real until 3:45 a.m. Storms ease overnight, but saturated ground keeps flooding risk high after 5–25+ inches of rain.
Gov. Greg Abbott said protecting lives remains the state’s top priority as life-threatening flooding continues.
Hundreds of Border Buoys Moving Downstream After Flooding Near Eagle PassEAGLE PASS, Texas — Hundreds of floating border buoys are moving downstream after massi
Bandera County Sheriff’s Office issues urgent evacuation advisory for Riverside RV Park as City Park flooding spreads. Water reported about 40 feet from the rear of the park. Officials warn conditions can change fast.
Comal County issues mandatory evacuation along the Guadalupe River from the county line at Guadalupe State Park to FM 311 due to flooding. Residents urged to leave now; shelter open at Spring Branch Middle School.
A confirmed EF-1 tornado that moved through northwest San Antonio Wednesday morning was already on the ground for several minutes before the warning was issued
Mandatory evacuations in Quemado Valley and Normandy as floodwaters near U.S. Hwy 277. Maverick County opens shelters and transport from June Edwards Community Center. Officials: don’t drive on flooded roads.
Uvalde County reports its first flood fatality: TX DPS Air Unit spotted a vehicle bobbing in floodwaters near US 83 and CR 400. A boat team confirmed a 74-year-old man dead after ignoring warnings.
Abbott will brief and hold a 5 p.m. Thursday press conference in Austin on Texas’ response to severe storms and flash flooding, joined by emergency management and public safety leaders.
Heavy storms could flare again tonight west and NW of San Antonio, dumping 2 to 4 inches with isolated 8. Flood Watch runs to noon Friday as Guadalupe and Medina rivers rise, then a drier pattern arrives.
Flooding has shut down U.S. Highway 90 both ways east of Knippa, stranding drivers and causing hour-long backups. Only emergency crews can pass. San Antonio to Del Rio detours via Laredo add 3.5 hours.
Severe weather shuts down access at 3 Bexar County parks: Woodlake and Comanche Pavilion 3 blocked by low water crossings, while Gunn Family Coyote Dog Park is closed for tornado damage and debris cleanup.
Kansas City’s strangest rescue: a man was trapped for hours in a portable toilet’s waste tank after a World Cup-related event, reportedly diving in for a dropped Mountain Dew bottle. Firefighters cut him out.
Texas Water Company issues boil water notice for dozens of communities
With flooding threatening parts of the area, Wilson County emergency officials are urging residents who feel unsafe to leave now.In a Facebook post at 2:36 p.m. Thursday, Wilson County Emergency Management and the fire
Dimmit County issues flood alert as rivers rise. Residents near Midway Park Rd, Espantosa, FM 1433 and Soldier Slough warned of flooded roads, closures and possible emergency response delays.
Flood watch stays in effect for South Texas through Thursday evening as a third round of storms targets the western area. Forecasters warn of 5 to 10 inches of rain and flash flooding before conditions improve Friday.
Flooding persists across Bexar County as crews barricade roads, monitor low-water crossings, and coordinate with state and regional partners. Officials warn dangers can linger after rain eases; updates at Bexarflood.org.
Kendall County reports no fatalities after river tops last year's flood level
Summer camps along the Guadalupe River are being closely watched Thursday morning as flash flooding impacts parts of Kerr County.The Kerr County Sheriff's Offic
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