Prominent Austin businessman may be connected to four arson cases
The man was previously charged with arson and burglary.
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San Antonio Police Officer awarded Officer of the Year
San Antonio Police Officer Peter Ovalle will complete 31 years of service in April. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Police Officer Peter Ovalle is proudly wearing a new pin on his uniform. For over 30 years, he has worn the badge. And recently, the San Antonio Police Department recognized him as Officer of the Year. … Read more
Target officially unveils new self-checkout process at stores nationwide
MINNEAPOLIS – “Target runs” are set to look more like “Target sprints.” Target, one of the largest grocery chains in the United States, announced Thursday that it is making changes to how customers use its self-checkout kiosks. Recommended Videos The change, which went into effect Sunday, includes the introduction of what the company calls Express … Read more
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ repeats at No. 1 on the box office charts
“ Kung Fu Panda 4 ” stayed at the top of the North American box office in its second weekend in theaters. The Universal and DreamWorks Animation movie earned $30 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The franchise featuring the voice of Jack Black is responsible for over $1.9 billion at the … Read more
It’s March Madness and more people than ever can legally bet on basketball games
A total of 38 states and the District of Columbia now allow some form of sports betting. WASHINGTON — People in North Carolina may have a little more riding on this year’s NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, as they will be able to legally bet on the games through their smartphone apps and computers for … Read more
Woman chases after boyfriend with her car, runs him down, police say
Video evidence found at the scene showed the victim running down the street, with the suspect chasing him, hitting him with the car, then crashing into another car. SAN ANTONIO — A woman is being charged with aggravated assault after police say she chased after her boyfriend in her car, then hit him with it … Read more
SAPD investigating woman who critically injured man she’s dating with her car
Investigators are searching for a woman who hit a man with her car early Sunday morning on the West Side.