World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup aims to control rattlesnake population within Sweetwater

Thousands of pounds worth of rattlesnakes will be dropped off during the event. SWEETWATER, Texas — The 66th annual World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater began Thursday, as many people will begin bringing in rattlesnakes for all kinds of purposes. Operated by the Sweetwater Jaycees, the main attraction will be the guided hunts for rattlesnakes, … Read more

Council member files request to develop income-based pet deposit assistance program for San Antonio renters

SAN ANTONIO – Vanessa Acosta said she sees overpopulation as one of the main reasons San Antonio has an animal problem. “We all feel overwhelmed,” Acosta said. “San Antonio is too overpopulated in our shelters. It’s too overpopulated on the streets. It’s too overpopulated in our homes.” Acosta is a resident of Dignowity Hill and … Read more

Robb Elementary victims’ families, Uvalde city council members denounce independent report into deadly school shooting

UVALDE, Texas – Survivors and victims’ families of the Robb Elementary shooting in Uvalde are reeling from the Thursday release of an investigative report on the city’s police department actions during the shooting. The independent report, completed by Austin-area investigator Jesse Prado, was announced in July 2022, but the nearly two-year-long investigation found all officers … Read more

Karol G becomes first Latina named woman of the year at Billboard ceremony honoring global musicians

INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Karol G made history at Wednesday night’s Billboard Women in Music awards ceremony. “This is the first time, ever, a Latina is named woman of the year,” Karol G began her acceptance speech after a fiery performance of her reggaetón hit, “Amargura.” And so, in honor of that incredible feat, she delivered … Read more