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 body discovered in a local lake to the city of San Antonio being impacted by tariffs.
Woman’s body discovered in Woodlawn Lake
Delilah Jimenez, a 61-year-old woman who was well-known in the homeless community as “Ms. D,” was living in a storm drain when she was found dead in Woodlawn Lake. Jimenez’s body was discovered on March 25 at 8:30 a.m. by a jogger.
When authorities arrived on scene, there were no signs of outward trauma. Detectives and medical examiners conducted a full investigation and determined Jimenez died of drowning due to being swept away from heavy rainfall.
Body discovered at local highschool
Authorities confirmed an unidentified 66-year-old man’s body was found at Jefferson High School. The deceased man, who was not connected to the school, was discovered on the morning of March 28 and was believed to be caught on video. Police have ruled his death as a possible suicide, but the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the man’s official cause and manner of death.
San Antonio impacted most by Canada’s tariffs
A recent study by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce revealed the areas that Canada most depends on for imports. San Antonio was at the top of the list followed by Detroit, Michigan.
San Antonio’s exports — such as aerospace, auto and energy sectors — go to Canada. Donald Trump announced on March 26 an additional 25% on imported auto parts beginning April 3. Leaders of Canada have warned the U.S. of the increased prices, fewer jobs and slower growth within the economy.
Mayor of San Antonio Ron Nirenberg attended the North American Mayoral Tariff Summit in Washington D.C. to talk about local impacts.
“I learned that the mayors in Mexico and Canada are equally concerned as we are about the job loss that is coming and the cost for consumers and families,” Nirenberg said.
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