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 topic ranges from pitbull attacks to students protesting President Donald Trump’s political agenda.
Pitbull attack hospitalizes man
On Tuesday, Jan. 28 deputies responded to a 911 call on the 8400 block of Shooter Cove where a man was severely injured by a pitbull. The 43-year-old unidentified victim sustained multiple injuries to his lips, chin and cheek. It was reported by the sheriff’s office that the attack started when the man and his wife were walking their dog and the pitbull attacked their pet. Intervening between the two dogs, the pitbull turned on the man and dragging him to the ground. The owner of the pitbull was later identified as 39-year-old Veronica Elizabeth Polley. Neighbors told deputies another attack occurred in 2023 regarding the same pitbull. Polley is now facing charges including attack by a dog resulting in serious bodily injury.
San Antonio students protest Trump’s political agenda
A peaceful protest of Trump’s recent executive orders has been planned for Feb. 5 and will consist of a walkout at around 12:25 pm, where students and community members will meet. After gathering as many supporters as possible, the peaceful protest will head to city hall at 3 p.m. The protest was organized by San Antonio Independent School District students and grassroots coalition Mujeres Marcharan. Organizers cited multiple issues — such as the end of birthright citizenship, banning all gender affirming care for people under 19-years-old and defunding research surrounding gender affirming care. A call to action social media post was shared by Mujeres Marcharn showing their frustration with the Trump administration’s decision.
“This is more than just a protest against Trump — It’s a stand for justice, for humanity, and for the future we deserve,” the post reads. “We should not just sit back while our future is being shaped by leaders who do not represent us. We are the future and we should never be silenced.”
Newborn baby in critical condition after being abandoned
In the early morning of Jan. 21, an off-duty San Antonio police officer was notified of an abandoned baby boy barely breathing with the umbilical cord still attached. The baby was in critical condition and suffered a severe amount of blood loss. Doctors tested the baby’s blood and found traces of methamphetamine.
According to an arrest warrant, a man claimed he was lost and could not find a hospital when he approached the officer for help. It was later revealed that the man knew the mother’s identity and where she had given birth. This led investigators to 28-year-old Ava Marie Guerra, who had given birth to the boy in a friend’s toilet bowl. Guerra was charged with injury to a child and reckless serious bodily injury. Records show she has posted a $150,000 bond, but she is still in the process of being released.
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