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Truck collides with train in downtown San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO - A truck collided into a train in the city's downtown area. The incident happened around 11:30 am near Hoefgen Avenue and East Commerce Street. According to police, the driver of the truck attempted to beat the train and went around the barricade. In an effort to avoid the collision, the driver jumped from their truck before it was struck by the train.
Longhorns suffer 19-0 loss in opener
The George West Longhorns opened their 2024 season on Aug., 30 with a 19-0 loss at the hands of the San Diego Vaqueros in San Diego. For more information on the game, visit SouthTexasNews.com. The Longhorns will host the Mathis Pirates, who beat Taft 30-6 on Aug. 29, at Longhorn...
Six Texas Cities Ranked Worst In Nation For Deadly Drunk Driving Crashes
Driving and drinking is never the right choice in Texas. Drunk driving has been a problem in the state. Not only does it endanger the driver, it also endangers the people around them while out on the road. When you've been drinking, it's for the best to have a designated driver, or have a ride available to you.
Texas: Popsicle Brand Recalled For Potentially Dangerous Allergen
A popular popsicle brand has recalled about 137,000 cases of popsicles because of an undeclared allergen: milk. A milk allergy can go far beyond just lactose intolerance (which can be quite uncomfortable). Some people with severe milk allergies experience, "hives, an upset stomach, vomiting, bloody stools, and even anaphylactic shock...
Feral Hogs Cause Havoc, Results In Massive Damage To Park In Texas
Feral Hogs in Texas have been a problem for some time in the state. As revealed by NBC DFW, the state is home to the most Feral Hogs in the nation. This isn't good for the agriculture of the state. A statement by the former state director of the Texas Wildlife Services Program, Mike Bodenchuk, revealed the major issues:
Urgent: 13 Young Girls Missing In Texas This August
Another month has come and (almost) gone in Texas. As August ends, the unfortunate truth is that numerous kids, the majority of young girls, have gone missing in the state. The issue of children going missing is not only confined to Texas, this is something seen nationally. But no matter where kids are going missing, it is tragic. It's impossible to understand what these children and their loved ones are thinking and feeling at this moment. But I can predict feelings of loss, fear, and panic.
Forever Art Tattoo inking up cat lovers to support The Cattery Cat Shelter
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Local tattoo and piercing shop Forever Art Tattoo supported The Cattery Cat Shelter in the best way they know how — by giving purrrfectly permanent body art with proceeds going to help sweet feline friends. Starting at $50 customers chose from a number of...
Multiple people hospitalized after bleachers collapse at Kendall County Fair Grounds
KENDALL COUNTY, Texas — Eight visitors to the Kendall County Fair were hospitalized when a section of bleachers seating collapsed Saturday night, officials said. Another four were treated for minor injuries at the scene. Video from the scene showed a large crowd at the scene as those in the...
San Antonio sheriff's department may get budget boost for new deputies
SAN ANTONIO - Sheriff Javier Salazar has been discussing with the county to give the department more deputies. Last year they added 50 positions, but this year Salazar is returning to ask for more. He wants there to be more patrol deputies so that the department can keep up with staffing.
SAPD: Intoxicated wrong-way driver causes major accident on south side
SAN ANTONIO — A major south-side accident Friday night was caused by a suspect driving intoxicated, authorities say. According to SAPD, a Chevrolet Traverse was driving southeast on South Alamo Street at about 11:35 p.m. Friday night. As the Chevrolet drove through the green light at the intersection with...
GameStop Is Bringing Back Old School Gaming to Texas
If you're looking to buy video games in Texas, GameStop is the biggest retailer for video games and video game items. Usually, the stuff they sell is what’s new or current, not from 20 or 30 years ago. Other stores will sell retro games and consoles like One More Level & EP Games.
State of Texas: Scrutiny into voter rolls brings concern of chilling effect
Texas has removed 1.1 million people from voter rolls since 2021, Gov. Greg Abbott's office announced Monday, highlighting efforts to clean up election data and ensure legal registration.
Here Are the Largest Lawsuit Payouts in Texas History
It seems like we like is a sue happy world nowadays, and that includes here in the state of Texas. But there are some lawsuits that are justified and there need to be consequences for mistakes made by big companies. When big companies make mistakes, it normally leads to a...
Texas high school football scores for Week 1: UIL results across the state
Texas high school football is back. Find the scores for Week 1 Texas high school football games across the state right here. While the finals come in, the American-Statesman has live updates for Friday night UIL football games. Top matchups tonight include Lake Travis vs. Arlington Martin, Thrall vs. Thorndale, Vandegrift vs. Dripping...
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