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 cover the arrest of Suzanne Simpson’s sister to the San Antonio Botanical Garden return of Illuminate.
Suzanne Simpson’s sister arrested
Teresa Clark, sister of Simpson, was arrested on Oct. 2, by the Texas Department of Public Safety. She was taken into custody for an incident that occurred on Dec. 12, 2024. Clark has been accused of harassing four members of Brad Simpson’s family through the use of phone calls and text messages. According to an affidavit, in these messages, Clark accused the family of killing her sister and warned them they “do not know who they are messing with.”
Oct. 6 will mark one year since the disappearance of S. Simpson.
Nonprofit organization helps connect police and young people
Against All Odds Rise is a nonprofit dedicated to serving communities by connecting young people with local law enforcement.
“[Young people] don’t have to go based on social media or what they’re hearing from other people. They can go directly to the source and actually speak to officers,” founder of Against All Odds Rise Emery Johnson said.
The organization will be holding an event from 1-3 p.m. on Oct. 10 at LYND, located at 4499 Pond Hill Rd.
San Antonio Botanical Garden brings back Illuminate
Illuminate, presented by H-E-B, is returning to the San Antonio Botanical Garden this November. The three-month event will feature hand-crafted lanterns designed in collaboration with the largest Chinese lantern festival producer, Tianyu Arts and Culture.
There will be multiple themed nights — such as Sensory-Friendly Night, Family Night, Ugly Sweater Night and a New Year’s Eve party. The event will occur from Nov. 11 to Jan. 11, 2026.
