Joey Palacios
Engagement Producer / Intern Coordinatorjoey@tpr.org
Twitter: @jpeucules
Born and raised in San Antonio, Joey joined the Texas Public Radio newsroom in October of 2011. Joey graduated from Roosevelt High School and obtained an associate of applied science degree in radio and television broadcasting from San Antonio College in 2010.
Joey started his broadcasting career in 2007 at KSYM-90.1 FM as a DJ and later became program director of the station. After graduation, he interned at KTSA-550 AM and was hired as a reporter covering elections, breaking news, and the 2011 legislative session.
For TPR, Joey covers a variety of general assignments including breaking news, local school districts, higher education, police, fire, capital improvement, non-profits, health care, community issues and local politics. Joey has also had several stories aired on NPR national newscasts.
When not working, Joey enjoys biking, hiking, cooking, and socializing.
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It was one of the highlights of the biggest party of the year. -
La Junta de Indultos y Libertad Condicional de Texas votó a favor de denegar la libertad condicional debido a "la naturaleza del delito". Volverá a ser elegible en 2030. -
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles voted to deny parole over 'the Nature of the Offense.' She will be eligible again in 2030.
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Around 250 protestors turned out at San Antonio City Hall on Monday and called on Congress to stand up to the Trump administration. -
A police chase in downtown San Antonio ended Thursday afternoon with officers shooting and killing one suspect and injuring another as the getaway vehicle crashed into a building and caught fire. -
Thursday’s commemoration included an interfaith menorah lighting at San Fernando Hall, a block away from San Fernando Cathedral. The menorah itself was provided by Temple Beth El. -
Scores of horned demons marched down King William, some on stilts, with lanterns or whips, along with a few familiar Santa’s, before a massive crowd of thousands of curious onlookers. Joining them were witches, curanderos and classical depictions of St. Nicholas. -
Mixtli on South Alamo Street in Southtown is one of the 15 one star recipients in Texas and the only one in San Antonio. The star ratings from Michelin are among the highest restaurant ratings in the culinary scene across the world. -
Lujan derrotó a la retadora demócrata Kristian Carranza. -
Lujan defeated Democratic challenger Kristian Carranza.
