Lucas Banda

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Angelo State Announces Spring 2025 Dean’s List Honorees Across the Globe

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX — Angelo State University has released its Spring 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing high-achieving students from across Texas and around the world. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must be enrolled full-time and earn a minimum grade point average of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale. Dean’s List recipients this semester come not only from across Texas and the U.S., but also from countries around the globe, including South Korea, Vietnam, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Assault, Drug Possession, and Evading Arrest Top Booking Report

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX – Corrections officers at the Tom Green County Jail report 14 bookings in the past 24 hours, including charges of assault on a family member by impeding breath, possession of a controlled substance, and evading arrest with a prior conviction. There are currently 405 individuals booked in the Tom Green County Jail. San Angelo LIVE! does not make assumptions or representations regarding guilt or innocence based on the booking report.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Tom Green County, 37 Other Texas Counties

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX — The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Tom Green County and 37 other counties across West and Central Texas on Thursday, May 29. The watch includes the cities of San Angelo and surrounding areas, with residents advised to remain alert to changing weather conditions throughout the day.
Medics Rush to Dog Bite on Sunset Drive Thursday Night

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX — Emergency crews were dispatched a little after 8:30 p.m. Thursday to a reported dog bite in the 3200 block of Sunset Drive. San Angelo police responded to the scene and requested animal control. Medics also arrived on scene. According to emergency dispatch audio, a tourniquet was requested for a victim suffering from a “hemorrhage or laceration.” The extent of the injuries is unclear, and it has not been confirmed whether the victim was transported to a hospital.
‘Fez’ from That ’70s Show to Speak at San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Banquet

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX — The San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Museum and Cultural Center has announced that the 2025 Banquet will feature actor and activist Wilmer Valderrama as guest speaker. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27, at the ASU CJ Davidson Center, 1910 Rosemont Dr. Valderrama is best known for playing Fez in the sitcom "That ’70s Show," but has also starred in "NCIS," voiced a character in Disney’s "Encanto," and is set to play the lead in a new "Zorro" project.
Gov. Abbott Cites Death Penalty After Fatal Jet Ski Crash on Grapevine Lake

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

GRAPEVINE, TX — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott referenced the death penalty following the arrest of two undocumented immigrants involved in a fatal jet ski crash that killed 18-year-old Air Force cadet Ava Moore over Memorial Day weekend. Abbott posted to social media, “Welcome to Texas… Here’s Your Death Penalty,” referencing the arrests of Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez and Maikel Coello Perozo.
Chevron to Lay Off Nearly 800 Workers in Permian Basin

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

MIDLAND, TX – Chevron will lay off nearly 800 employees at its Permian Basin facilities in West Texas beginning July 15, according to the Texas Workforce Commission, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. The layoffs will affect workers at three Chevron sites in Midland County and follow the company’s previously announced plan to cut 15% to 20% of its global workforce by 2026 in an effort to reduce costs and streamline operations.
Christoval Native Colby Donaldson to Compete on Survivor's 50th Season

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

CHRISTOVAL, TX — Colby Donaldson, a Christoval native and former runner-up on Survivor: The Australian Outback, is set to return to the hit reality competition for its milestone 50th season in 2026. Host Jeff Probst revealed the Season 50 cast Wednesday on CBS Mornings, announcing a 24-player lineup made entirely of returning fan favorites. The upcoming season, titled Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans, will feature interactive online voting that gives viewers more control over the game.
Level 3 Out of 5: Concho Valley Under Enhanced Risk for Severe Storms Tonight

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SAN ANGELO, TX — The Concho Valley and Big Country are under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms Thursday evening, according to the National Weather Service in San Angelo. A line of storms is expected to develop west and northwest of the area and move in after 6 p.m., bringing the threat of very large hail up to the size of baseballs, damaging winds up to 75 mph, and a low-end tornado risk, mainly near Sweetwater and Roby.
VIDEO: Manhunt Underway for Murder Suspect

1 week ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda

SONORA, TX — A manhunt is underway in Sonora for a murder suspect described as "armed and extremely dangerous," according to a community alert issued early Wednesday by city officials. Austin John Rodriguez, 30, is wanted for murder and is currently being sought by the Sonora Police Department, Sutton County Sheriff’s Office, and Texas Rangers. Residents are urged not to approach Rodriguez if seen.