New bleachers area wasn’t inspected before collapse at Kendall County Fair that sent 8 to the hospital, city says

The youngest victim hospitalized was a 7-year-old boy, officials said. A 79-year-old woman remains at the hospital. SAN ANTONIO — A refurbished section of bleachers at the Kendall County Fair Grounds should have been inspected in the days leading up to a chaotic collapse at the county fair last weekend, Boerne officials said. But it … Read more

Troy Aikman on Cowboys’ Dak Prescott contract negotiations: ‘If you feel that he’s the guy… you get that deal done’

Cowboys insider Ed Werder gets perspective on one franchise Dallas quarterback’s situation from another. Plus: Notes on rookie mindsets, season openers & road woes. FRISCO, Texas — Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is understandably frustrated with his quarterback. Dak Prescott has won too many contract negotiations — and not nearly enough playoff games.  That explains, as … Read more

“I cry a lot when I see it” | Community rallying behind food truck owner after brain tumor diagnosis

“Every dollar will go towards giving me a fighting chance to beat this tumor, and continue being there for my daughters, who are my entire world,” said Hendricks. The community is rallying together for a local food truck vendor who recently found out he has a brain tumor. Keenen Hendricks is the owner of Smack’s … Read more

‘Everybody’s favorite daughter’ | 19-year-old cadet from Central Texas found dead at U.S. Air Force Academy

Avery Koonce was a graduate of Thrall High School before enrolling at the U.S. Air Force Academy this year. AUSTIN, Texas — An investigation is underway after a cadet from Taylor died at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado. According to the Air Force Academy, 19-year-old Avery Koonce was found unconscious in her dormitory … Read more

Family of Maite Rodriguez to hold Adopt-A-Beach cleanup in Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The family of Maite Rodriguez has announced an upcoming Adopt-A-Beach cleanup event set to take place on North Padre Bali Park on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Volunteers are invited to work alongside the 10-year-old’s family to restore the coastline while wearing green to show their support … Read more

San Antonio man sentenced to 17 years after sending child pornography to undercover officer in Australia

Authorities seized a cell phone that contained more than 10,000 photos and almost 800 videos of “child sexual abuse material” from the suspects home in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio man has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison after sending child pornography to an Australian police officer. Court documents show … Read more