Gas Leak Emergency Fees
Summary
Converse police are actively investigating a recent teen shooting and expect to make more arrests soon. It’s a sobering reminder to stay alert and keep tabs on what’s happening in your own neighborhood.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Maintaining competitive pay and modern equipment for police and fire departments is a significant portion of the city budget.
All residents of Converse who rely on police and fire services.
Converse taxpayers.
Mentions & discussions (21)
Parents raise safety concerns over students crossing busy intersection near IDEA Converse
Local NewsIDEA Converse says it is aware of the concerns and takes them ‘seriously’CONVERSE, Texas – Parents of students at IDEA Converse say children face dangerous traffic conditions when crossing FM 1516 aft...
LIVE UPDATES: 2 possible storm-related deaths; 2K CPS Energy customers without power, officials say
Local News311 is the primary resource for residents seeking helpSAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Police Department is investigating two possible storm-related drowning deaths after Friday night’s storms. Two peopl...
SAPD: Converse man accused of threatening San Antonio city officials on KSAT's Facebook page
The San Antonio Police Department arrested a Converse man earlier this month after he allegedly threatened San Antonio city officials in a comment on a story posted to KSAT’s Facebook page.
DPS continues Silver Alert issued for 82-year-old man with cognitive impairment
Local NewsJohn Handforth is 5 feet, 6 inches tall with gray hair and hazel eyesJohn Handforth, 83. (DPS)CONVERSE, Texas – UPDATE: A Silver Alert issued for an 82-year-old man on Wednesday has since been...
OSHA cites contractor, staffing company for worker’s death at Judson ISD campus
After a construction worker died earlier this year on the Converse Elementary School campus, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration accused a contractor and a staffing company of committing multiple safety violations.
City Council Meeting - Jul 7, 2026
Contractors who hit gas lines will now be charged for the fire department's emergency response, saving taxpayers from footing the bill.
AMBER Alert issued for two children from Converse
AMBER Alert issued for two children from Converse KEYE
'Show you my toys': Converse man accused of threatening city of San Antonio, library employees
'Show you my toys': Converse man accused of threatening city of San Antonio, library employees San Antonio Express-News
City Council Meeting - Mar 3, 2026
The city is reallocating funds to buy new cardiac monitors after the previous vendor's equipment failed to get necessary approvals.
Meet the Candidates - Oct 16, 2025
Candidates discussed the need to retain police officers and improve response times as the city grows. There is a focus on community outreach and ensuring officers have the resources they need to keep the city safe.
City Council Meeting - Sep 16, 2025
The city updated its contract with Bexar County ESD No. 1 to better manage call volumes and reduce the strain on city fire resources.
City Council Budget Workshop (#2) - Aug 22, 2025
The city is planning to replace two police motorcycles and refurbish an ambulance to ensure emergency responders have reliable equipment.
City Council Budget Workshop - Aug 1, 2025
Police and fire personnel need better protective gear to handle hazardous situations, including interactions with the transient population.
City Council (Work) - Jul 1, 2025
The city is prioritizing public safety training to help residents and staff react effectively during an active shooter event. The goal is to reduce indecision and improve survival rates before police arrive.
City Council Meeting - Feb 18, 2025
The city is renewing its contract for physician oversight of EMS services, which is legally required to allow paramedics to perform advanced medical procedures.
City Council Meeting - Jan 21, 2025
The city is concerned that the fire department is handling a high volume of calls for the county's Emergency Service District (ESD) without receiving proportional funding.
Juvenile suspect arrested after allegedly shooting teen twice in chest at Converse convenience store
Juvenile suspect arrested after allegedly shooting teen twice in chest at Converse convenience store KSAT
Teen shot twice in chest in convenience store parking lot, Converse police say
Teen shot twice in chest in convenience store parking lot, Converse police say KSAT
Police: 2 charged in Converse shooting caught in viral video fired 40 times
Police: 2 charged in Converse shooting caught in viral video fired 40 times KSAT
Police: Converse suspects tried to cook meth in Walmart parking lot
Police: Converse suspects tried to cook meth in Walmart parking lot KEYE
Converse police expect more arrests in 16-year-old boy's shooting death
Converse police expect more arrests in 16-year-old boy's shooting death KSAT
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