East Texas man, dog killed in Lufkin crash

LUFKIN, Texas — An East Texas man and a dog inside his car were killed after a two-vehicle crash in Lufkin Saturday morning. Demarcus Hadnot, 26, of Pollok, died after a crash on College Drive at 10:15 a.m. Saturday, according to the Lufkin Police Department. His passenger, Paige Turner, 24, was flown to a Tyler … Read more

East Texas man killed in Lufkin crash

Further details are not yet available. Names will be released when the family has been notified, police said. LUFKIN, Texas — An East Texas man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Lufkin Saturday morning. The man, who is from Pollok, died after a crash on College Drive at 10:15 a.m. Saturday, according to the … Read more

‘What a ride it’s been’ | Former Houston Astros closer Ryan Pressly announces retirement

Now, after 117 saves and a championship, the Texas native is stepping away from baseball. HOUSTON — Veteran relief pitcher Ryan Pressly has announced his retirement from professional baseball, ending a career that included a World Series championship and stints with four major league organizations, including the Houston Astros. The 36-year-old right-hander, who wore number … Read more

Northside ISD teacher assistant arrested after kissing special needs student in classroom, affidavit shows

The suspect admitted to talking to the 16-year-old special needs student about marriage and having children together, according to the affidavit. SAN ANTONIO — A teacher’s aide at Warren High School is accused of having an inappropriate intimate relationship with a 16-year-old student with special needs. On Jan. 15, SAPD responded to the Northside ISD … Read more

San Antonio Restaurant Weeks returns with new dining deals across the city

Proceeds from the event help support CULINARIA’s year-round work promoting San Antonio as a food and wine destination. SAN ANTONIO — Clear your calendars and loosen your belts. San Antonio Restaurant Weeks is bringing two weeks of specially priced, multi-course meals to restaurants across the city, according to a press release. CULINARIA, a nonprofit organization … Read more

Woman detained after fatal assault on security guard in west San Antonio, police say

The security guard, identified as a 57-year-old man, was struck multiple times before officers arrived, according to SAPD. SAN ANTONIO — A man died after an early-morning assault outside a business on the city’s west side, according to the San Antonio Police Department. SAPD said officers were dispatched around 5:07 a.m. on Saturday to the … Read more

Man found dead in vehicle after early morning shooting in west San Antonio, police say

Police said a man was found dead with gunshot wounds on the city’s west side Saturday morning as officers responded to calls for gunfire in the area. SAN ANTONIO — A man was found dead inside a vehicle after a reported shooting early Saturday morning on the city’s west side, according to the San Antonio … Read more