News from the South - Louisiana News Feed
Good Morning San Antonio 9 a.m. : Oct 16, 2024
SUMMARY: Good morning, San Antonio! After a refreshing cold front, temperatures are currently in the 60s, dropping to around 51° by tomorrow morning. Expect gusty winds, reaching up to 30 mph, and sunny skies with a high of 76°F today. With the weekend approaching, temperatures will warm slightly to the 80s by Friday and Saturday, with a small chance of rain. In local news, authorities continue searching for Suzanne Simpson at a Bear County landfill. Meanwhile, Taco Bell features a unique Crunch Wrap created by San Antonio chef Jennifer Dotson in NYC. Plus, the Victoria’s Secret runway returned after a six-year hiatus.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.
News from the South - Louisiana News Feed
Rep. Knox proposes tip tax exemption for Louisiana workers
SUMMARY: Rep. Alonzo Knox from New Orleans has introduced a bill to exempt tips from state income tax for Louisiana workers, aiming to provide tax relief to those in the hospitality industry, which supports 72,000 jobs in New Orleans. Many workers rely on tips, and Knox’s proposal would allow them to deduct tip income from their taxes. However, some experts, like Yon Mohler from Invest Louisiana, warn that this could reduce state revenue during challenging economic times and suggest implementing a meaningful state minimum wage instead. Knox anticipates bipartisan support for the bill, which targets individuals earning less than $65,000 annually.

Lawmakers are due back in Baton Rouge on April 14 for the start of this year’s regular session.
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Deadly shootings at phone repair shop add to concerns for neighbors
SUMMARY: A recent shootout at a San Antonio cell phone repair shop left two men dead, causing alarm among local residents. The incident involved 47-year-old Kenneth Mcnite Jr., who fatally shot employee Cody Bell, 35, before being killed by another worker. This violence adds to community fears following the unsolved murder of 28-year-old Maria Delles Labrador nearby. Residents express worry about safety, with some feeling the need to carry firearms for protection, particularly due to the proximity of violence to local establishments, including children’s swimming classes. The area is increasingly perceived as dangerous by locals.

A shooting at a cell phone repair shop on the far Northwest Side Tuesday afternoon is adding to concerns that people who live in the area already had.
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NEXT UP IN SAN ANTONIO: Friday night storms and a BIG temp drop
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sarah Spivey forecasts storms for San Antonio on Friday night into Saturday morning, potentially impacting events like the Final Four and the Lero Texas Open. Strong storms may produce large hail and damaging winds. Following the storms, a significant temperature drop is expected from Saturday night through Monday, with Sunday morning lows in the 40s and afternoon highs in the 60s. Today and tomorrow will be warm, reaching near 90°F, while western areas might see temperatures rise to triple digits. A small chance of stray storms exists today, but overall, humidity will decrease after the front passes.

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