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 harsh winter weather conditions, a fatal traffic crash and a criminal case involving a local educator. 

Arctic cold front brings freezing rain and concerns 

An arctic cold front moved through South Texas late Friday night. Though the freezing rains have stopped, surface ice remains. City officials activated the Emergency Operations Center, coordinating with the San Antonio Water System, CPS Energy and transportation agencies, such as the VIA Link, in preparation efforts. According to KSAT, record-breaking low temperatures can happen on Monday and Tuesday, with warmer weather in the low 60s coming back by the end of next week. 

Fatal crash near San Antonio International Airport

One person was killed and three others were critically injured in a two-vehicle crash early Jan. 19. Police have reported that a minivan crashed into the rear of an 18-wheeler transporting jet fuel. The driver of the minivan, a 58-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. Three passengers with critical injuries were transported to local hospitals. The victim’s identity has not yet been released, pending confirmation by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Poe Middle School teacher arrested following off-campus incident 

A teacher at Edgar Allan Poe STEM Dual Language Middle School was arrested on Friday after exposing himself to a 9-year-old girl in a northwest Bexar County neighborhood, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Javier Salazar identified the suspect as 42-year-old Andrew Smierciak, who faced a charge of indecency with a child, a third-degree felony. Deputies are working to determine whether additional victims may be involved.