Jury deliberates fate of man claiming self-defense in fatal shooting
Since noon on Thursday, a jury has been deliberating whether Roger McCracken murdered 34-year-old Ronnie Riddle in 2021.
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‘Very concerning’: Former prosecutor exposes troubling discussions between DA’s office, Wren Collective
SAN ANTONIO – A former prosecutor from the two previous district attorney administrations is concerned about conversations the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office had with a criminal justice reform group based in Austin. Earlier this week, KSAT revealed more than 200 pages of conversations between District Attorney Joe Gonzales, First Assistant DA Christian Henricksen and … Read more
Spurs’ Wembanyama captures first NBA Rookie of the Month award
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama has finally done it. He earned his first in-season award on Thursday afternoon. The NBA announced Wembanyama as the Western Conference Rookie of the Month for January. The calendar flipping from 2023 to 2024 seemed to treat Wembanyama and the Spurs well. He averaged 24 points, … Read more
Dog survives more than a week inside shipping container at Port Houston, says Coast Guard
The Coast Guard said Connie was heard barking and scratching from inside a container at Port Houston that had been sealed. HOUSTON — It’s said that cats have nine lives, but a dog found in a shipping container Wednesday could give any cat a run for its money. The dog, named “Connie,” was found in … Read more
Mother reflects on son’s experience living with congenital heart defect
“I remember when Eli was in my tummy. I told him, if you just get here, I’ll take care of the rest.” SAN ANTONIO — Cardiovascular disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined and yet only 44% of women recognize that cardiovascular disease is their greatest health threat. The American Heart Association’s … Read more
Chrissy is a sweet-tempered German Shepherd who knows a few tricks | Forgotten Friends
She was brought to the Converse Animal Shelter back in May of 2022 after being found with two other dogs behind a dumpster. CONVERSE, Texas — Our “Forgotten Friends” series showcases a dog or cat each week that has spent a lengthy time at an area shelter, just waiting for someone to notice them and … Read more
Colin Allred outraises Ted Cruz campaign at end of 2023
Allred also dominated in fundraising over state Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who had the second highest haul among the Democrats running. WASHINGTON — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune, and can be viewed here. U.S. Rep. Colin Allred outraised his Democratic Senate primary opponents and Sen. Ted Cruz’s campaign in the last quarter of … Read more