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 shooting on the East Side to the Salvation Army supporting the homeless.
Man charged with murder after East Side shooting
20-year-old Daniel Sanchez Jr. was charged with murder following the fatal shooting of an unidentified 21-year-old man. According to the San Antonio Police Department, Sanchez and a woman met the victim outside of a home in the 200 block of Cardiff Avenue around 12:20 a.m. on Jan. 28. The victim was “in the process of repaying a debt” to Sanchez when he was shot. Sanchez fled to a nearby home on the East Side. The victim later passed away from his wounds.
Immigration Legal Defense Fund’s $1 million contract
According to a Jan. 28 News 4 San Antonio article, Bexar County has a million-dollar contract with the nonprofit American Gateways, which provides free and low-cost immigration legal representation. The Bexar County Immigrant Legal Defense Fund Information Sheet reveals 79% of cases in Texas immigration courts lack legal representation. Members of the Bexar County Commissioners Court voted to extend the contract before the holiday season, allocating $1 million in public funds to the nonprofit.
The Salvation Army aids homeless population
The Salvation Army set up its mobile feeding truck on Saturday and Sunday near the intersection of Frio Road and Houston Street to help homeless individuals during the recent cold weather. The team manning the truck distributed “sack lunches, blankets, winter clothes, hygiene kits, dog food and other essentials.” The organization encouraged people to visit the Salvation Army’s Emergency Family Shelter, located at 515 W. Elmira, and the Dave Coy Center, located at 226 Nolan St.
