Not subscribed to local news but still want to stay up-to-date on the happenings around town? Look no further. Highlighting notable stories from external San Antonio news sources, State of the City summarizes the most captivating news headlines of the week. This week’s topics range from a deadly hit-and-run collision to a list of San Antonio’s holiday hot spots.
Deadly hit-and-run collision
On the Southside of San Antonio, the identities of the victims of a deadly hit-and-run accident have been confirmed. Juan Pablo Salas, 61; Leslie Salas, 25; and Yareli Salas, 22 were pronounced dead at 5 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22, near 281 and Roosevelt Ave after a man rear-ended their vehicle. Police stated that following the collision, the vehicle was pushed into oncoming traffic where it collided with another vehicle. Police stated the driver of the third vehicle was rushed to the hospital in unknown condition.
Twin Peaks burglary
Michael Vargas, 31, and a woman were dining at Twin Peaks at around 1 a.m. Saturday Nov. 23 near De Zavala Rd. After the two finished eating, police said that they walked out of the restaurant and found several people breaking into their vehicle. Vargas consulted the burglars which resulted in a verbal fight. Police stated that one of the burglars drew a weapon and fired at Vargas, striking him in the chest and grazing the woman he was with. When emergency personnel arrived on the scene, they pronounced Vargas dead and the woman was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Holiday season activities
With the holiday season comes activities for the community of San Antonio and other surrounding areas to do. Upcoming events include displays of Christmas lights and markets filled with local artisans and vendors. The Rotary ice rink opened on Nov. 15 and will remain open until Jan. 5. Additionally, the San Antonio riverwalk will light up for the holiday season on Friday, Nov. 29.
A Thanksgiving chill
On Monday, Nov. 25, there will be a high in the 80s with a cold front arriving in the evening. San Antonio can expect a cooler Tuesday accompanied by a warm Wednesday. The second front of the week will arrive on Thanksgiving day, turning windy with a high in the 60s. Following Thanksgiving, San Antonioans can expect a cool weekend with lows ranging in the 40s and 50s and highs in the 60s.