Female pedestrian dead after being struck by patrol car during police pursuit, authorities say

The officers stopped to render aid but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. SAN ANTONIO — A woman was struck and killed by a patrol car during a police pursuit Friday night, authorities said. According to officials San Antonio bike officers responded to an aggravated robbery around 8 p.m. on E Martin Street.  … Read more

‘Camels and zebras’ on highway force closures on I-69 after semi fire

An officer with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office said the animals were from the Mizpah Shrine Circus in Fort Wayne. GRANT COUNTY, Ind. — A vehicle fire involving a semi-tractor-trailer hauling animals, including camels and zebras, closed both northbound lanes of Interstate 69 early Saturday morning. Indiana State Police and Grant County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) officials … Read more

Rangers still have no agreement with ALCS MVP Adolis García after signing Robertson and Jankowski

The Texas Rangers have finalized deals with veteran reliever David Robertson and outfielder Travis Jankowski. ARLINGTON, Texas — The World Series champion Texas Rangers finalized deals Friday with veteran reliever David Robertson and outfielder Travis Jankowski, but still have no agreement with AL Championship Series MVP Adolis García in advance of salary arbitration hearings. Robertson agreed … Read more

Free formal wear closet in need of storage bins, racks to help with influx of dresses

The New Braunfels non-profit is in dire need of industrial strength racks on wheels and heavy-duty storage bins. NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — A local non-profit is now accepting donations to help their community closet in New Braunfels. The Givin’ Tree is a clothing closet that offers students free formal wear for special occasions like prom, … Read more