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City Manager Proposes Budget Without Layoffs After Month of Pushback; Funding Cuts Planned Elsewhere
For more than a month, city employees have been waiting and wondering if they are one of the 22 full-time employees and 4 part-time employees slated for layoffs. Pushback from City staff and the City Council has pressured City Manager Shawna Burkhart to create a version of the budget without layoffs.
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RECKLESS DRIVER EVADES POLICE & COLLIDES AGAINST POLE
On April 20th, 2025, at approximately 8:55a.m. a Del Rio Police Department officer observed a silver in color, Nissan Rouge ran a stop sign at the intersection of West Garza Street and Broadbent Avenue.

Del Rio News Network
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Local BBQing Family Treats PD to Free Ribs, More Generosities to Come
A father and his two sons set up outside Del Rio Police Department headquarters Thursday to serve free pork ribs to about 50 officers and staff. Brad Bradley and his sons, C.R. and Heath, formerly owned a thriving barbecue business in the Texas Hill Country. They’ve since relocated to Del Rio, bringing their pitmaster barbecuing skills with them. While they’ll soon offer catering services locally, the Bradleys wanted to give back to the community before thinking about profit.

Eddie Martinez
Jun 27, 20252 min read


CRIME BLOTTER: 5/1/25 - 5/11/25
At Connect Del Rio, our commitment is to report on the events that genuinely shape and affect our community. We announce the return of the Blotter, with a renewed focus on significant crimes—those that have the greatest impact on public safety and well-being. This updated approach seeks to highlight major, high-profile incidents, with the intention of informing the public, fostering accountability, and ultimately contributing to a safer community for all. Through clear, fact-

Stevie Quilo
May 25, 20253 min read


CRIME BLOTTER: MOTOR VEHICLES 4/1/25 - 5/4/25
Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention: The Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority advised: “Motor vehicle theft and burglary from a motor vehicle can happen any time of year but the summer months are the busiest time for car thieves. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority encourages Texans to always remember to secure their vehicle. Remember “If You Like It-Lock It.” Lock your vehicle and take your belongings – do everything in your power to reduce your chances of be

Stevie Quilo
May 18, 20253 min read


CRIME BLOTTER: 4/11/25 - 4/20/25
At Del Rio News, our commitment is to report on the events that genuinely shape and affect our community. We announce the return of the Blotter, with a renewed focus on significant crimes—those that have the greatest impact on public safety and well-being. This updated approach seeks to highlight major, high-profile incidents, with the intention of informing the public, fostering accountability, and ultimately contributing to a safer community for all. Through clear, fact-bas

Stevie Quilo
Apr 30, 20253 min read


STOLEN TRUCK RECOVERED; SUSPECT ARRESTED
On April 3rd, 2025, at approximately 11:57 a.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 1300 block of East Gibbs regarding a stolen vehicle. The victim reported his 2002 Chevrolet truck had been stolen from the location while he was inside the store.

Connect Del Rio
Apr 14, 20251 min read


CRIME BLOTTER: 3/23/25 - 4/2/25
Crime Blotter - 03/16/2025 - 03/22/2025

Connect Del Rio
Apr 9, 20254 min read


CHILD PORNOGRAPHY INVESTIGATION
On April 7th, 2025, at approximately 6:22 p.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to The Baymont By Wyndham Hotel located at 3616 Veter

Connect Del Rio
Apr 8, 20252 min read


SUBJECT TRESPASSES SCHOOL AND RESISTS ARREST
On April 4th, 2025, at 7:40 a.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the Garfield Elementary School located at the 300 block of West

Connect Del Rio
Apr 4, 20251 min read


FEMALE ASSAULTS ELDERLY WITH A ROCK
On March 29th, 2025, at 11:50 p.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 600 block of W. Cortinas Street in reference to a disturba

Connect Del Rio
Mar 31, 20251 min read


DEADLY CONDUCT ARREST
On March 19th, 2025, at 9:33 a.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 800 block of East 9th Street for a report of a bullet that

Connect Del Rio
Mar 19, 20251 min read


BURGLARY ARREST
On March 8th, 2025, at approximately 11:29 a.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 100 block of Plaza Avenue in reference to...

Connect Del Rio
Mar 11, 20251 min read
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