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SAPD investigating potential hit-and-run as a man was found unconscious in the middle of the road

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The man police believed was experiencing homelessness was taken to the hospital in critical condition. SAN ANTONIO — A man police think was experiencing homelessness is in critical condition after he was found unconscious in the middle of the road, according to police. At around 10:45 p.m. Friday night, SAPD received a call for a … Read more

The 40: How do NFL Draft prospects handle the pressure of the 40-yard dash with so much on ‘the line?’

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For skill positions like running back, hundredths of a second can make or break them millions of dollars based on draft position. FRISCO, Texas — The 40-yard dash is an annual tradition at the NFL Scouting Combine, held every year in Indianapolis. For skill positions like running back, hundredths of a second can make or … Read more

SAPD investigating potential hit-an-run as a man was found unconscious in the middle of the road

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The man experiencing homelessness was taken to the hospital in critical condition. SAN ANTONIO — A man experiencing homelessness is in critical condition after he was found unconscious in the middle of the road, according to police. At around 10:45 p.m. Friday night, SAPD received a call for a man lying in the middle of … Read more

‘You don’t know the new life you’ve given me’: Life-saving transplant creates unbreakable bond between 2 SAPD officers

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The life-saving connection between Patrol Officers John D. Cortinas and Jacob Block of SAPD’s Officer Wellness Unit began with a story in the workplace bulletin. SAN ANTONIO — In 2022, a San Antonio police officer needed a lifeline. An unexpected person answered his call. It was a stranger from within his own department. Now, the … Read more

‘I’m really excited’ | Fifth-grade phenom hits high note with national choir selection

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Ryan Sparks, an 11-year-old student at Killeen ISD, has earned one of only 100 permanent spots in the Organization of American Kodaly Educators National Choir. KILLEEN, Texas — A local fifth-grader is about to embark on a musical journey that most young singers only dream about. Ryan Sparks, an 11-year-old student at Pershing Park Elementary … Read more