From heartbreak on flooded roads to a beloved restaurateur’s shocking death, the Alamo City had plenty to reflect on this week. Below are the five biggest headlines in San Antonio — including a River Walk restaurant’s goodbye and a turreted dream home. Here’s what you missed.
Lives lost in June flood
The Express‑News put names and faces to the 13 people killed when predawn flash floods roared through the city on June 12. Eleven victims were found near Loop 410 and Perrin Beitel Road, and the city has hired engineers to learn how to keep it from happening again.
Las Palapas founder killed
San Antonio’s Tex‑Mex scene was stunned after police said David Ruiz, 39, drove in from California and fatally stabbed his uncle—Las Palapas founder Edward “Ron” Acosta, 78—at Acosta’s North Side home on Tuesday. Ruiz’s father told the Express‑News his son “snapped” while suffering hallucinations. Ruiz was charged with murder in connection with the stabbing death.
Want to own a castle?
The 1894 Romanesque‑Revival Lambermont Estate, a 13,952‑square‑foot mansion with soaring turrets near downtown (950 E. Grayson St.), just hit the market. The real estate agent calls the 1‑acre landmark “living history” ready for luxury living—or your next event venue.
Ocho says adiós
Ocho, the glass‑walled Latin fusion darling inside Hotel Havana, quietly served its last River Walk brunch on June 29. Chefs thanked fans for 14 stylish years and hinted at property renovations that could reshape the iconic space.
KABB anchor signs off
Morning anchor Andrew Capasso—who joined KABB in 2023—told viewers he’s leaving TV to focus on family as his wife recovers from cancer. He’ll remain on air a few more weeks before saying a final “good morning, San Antonio.”
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