American Red Cross in San Antonio deploys volunteers to help families displaced by Houston flooding

A spokesperson with the American Red Cross in San Antonio says the best way for the community to help is through volunteering. SAN ANTONIO — The American Red Cross has been collaborating with local churches, pet shelters and FEMA to provide relief for those impacted by severe flooding throughout the Greater Houston area. Hundreds of … Read more

Neighbors want city to take action on property where trash stacks and fire caused second floor to collapse

“It’s beyond a garbage dump!,” neighbors say of the mess. SAN ANTONIO — It’s a corner lot in a ragtag east side subdivision where nicely kept new homes are juxtaposed next to structures in various stages of disrepair. But even by the lax standards of Wayne Drive, people who live near the corner of Winneway … Read more

‘He’s the future of the NBA’ | Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama unanimous pick for Rookie of the Year, finishes as finalist for Defensive Player of the Year

In an otherwise tough season for the Spurs, the 7-foot-4 franchise cornerstone lived up to the hype and looks ready to lead the team back to contention. SAN ANTONIO — Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama ran away with the NBA Rookie of the Year award in voting results that were announced by the league Monday. The … Read more

WNBA to begin full-time charter flights this season, commissioner says

The long wait for charter flights for WNBA teams is finally over. NEW YORK — The wait for full-time charter flights for WNBA teams finally is over with commissioner Cathy Engelbert announcing the league’s plans to start the program this season. “We intend to fund a full-time charter for this season,” Engelbert said Tuesday in a … Read more

Two schools placed in lockdown as police respond to active scene nearby, Schertz police says

SAN ANTONIO — Two schools are in lockdown status as a multiple police vehicles have responded to a scene nearby on the northeast side Tuesday afternoon, according to Schertz Police.  Officials say the police are working the scene at IH 35 and FM 1103 around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. Sippel Elementary School and The School of … Read more