DOJ Uvalde report: Process of notifying victims’ families was ‘chaotic’, ‘cruel’

The report shows officials gave confusing messaging, and parents were often treated with cruelty when seeking updates. UVALDE, Texas — A new Department of Justice report gives the fullest picture yet of the “cascading failures” of law enforcement and the various agencies involved in the aftermath of the Robb Elementary shooting.  19 children and two … Read more

Coach Popovich sees similarities between Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama and team greats Duncan and Robinson

“I’m fortunate that he’s that mature,” Popovich said. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich heaped a tremendous amount of praise on rookie Victor Wembanyama ahead of Wednesday night’s game against the Celtics. When asked about his thoughts on the 20-year-old rookie, Popovich noted the young player’s maturity and how he doesn’t … Read more

Shawn Barber, Olympic pole vaulter and world champion, dead at 29

“More than just an incredible athlete, Shawn was such a good-hearted person that always put others ahead of himself,” his agent said Thursday. WASHINGTON — Shawn Barber, the Canadian pole vault record holder and 2015 world champion, has died from medical complications. He was 29. Barber died Wednesday at home in Kingwood, Texas, his agent, … Read more

Kidnapping of California woman that police called a hoax gets new attention with Netflix documentary

VALLEJO, Calif. – The ordeal of Denise Huskins, whose kidnapping from her boyfriend’s Northern California home was first dismissed as a hoax by law enforcement, is getting renewed attention as the subject of a new Netflix docuseries, “American Nightmare.” Here’s a look at the facts of the case, which captivated the country: THE KIDNAPPING On … Read more

Students ready to kickoff 51st annual Walter Gerlach Livestock Show and Sale

After months of preparation, hundreds of Northside ISD FFA students are hoping their hard work will pay off, literally. SAN ANTONIO — Hundreds of Northside ISD FFA students are ready to kickoff the 51st annual Walter Gerlach Livestock Show and Sale in hopes of earning scholarship money for college. Since 1973, the show has provided … Read more