Man injured in shooting at gas station north of downtown
A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the hand at a gas station north of downtown overnight, according to San Antonio police.
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Where’s the water? Texas swimming spots drying up due to extreme heat, lack of rain.
SAN ANTONIO – It’s the second Texas summer in a row where much of the state has seen record-breaking heat and a lack of rainfall, but is it a case of paradise lost? Some swimming holes are drying up while other popular swim spots are ankle-deep, leaving Texans with fewer options to cool off in … Read more
Suspect who shot and killed man during argument arrested after Crime Stoppers tip, records show
A Crime Stoppers tip led to the arrest of a suspect accused of shooting and killing a man last month, records show.
Adidas to release second batch of Yeezy sneakers after breakup with Ye
FRANKFURT – Adidas said Friday that it is releasing a second batch of high-end Yeezy sneakers after cutting ties with rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, as the German sportswear brand seeks to unload the unsold shoes while donating to groups fighting antisemitism. The online sale, to start Wednesday through Adidas smartphone apps and … Read more
Copper theft cuts power to shopping center, forcing San Antonio businesses to close
The owner of The Sichuan House off Wurzbach says someone ripped copper wire from the building’s back panel, forcing small businesses to close temporarily. SAN ANTONIO — A busy shopping center on the northwest side has been deserted over the last four days. “Open” signs are turned off and each door displays a regretful message … Read more
Man receives 35-year sentence for 2021 carjacking and murder in south San Antonio
It happened at a Texaco station on the south side of the Alamo City. SAN ANTONIO — A man behind a 2021 San Antonio carjacking and murder has been sentenced to 35 years in prison. Jose Gonzales was convicted for the murder of Mario Renteria. In August of 2021, Renteria was fixing a flat tire at … Read more
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott guarantees he’ll throw fewer picks in 2023
Prescott is looking to bounce back from his 15-interception season in 2022. OXNARD, Calif. — On Saturday, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will turn 30. “Oh, he a old man,” wide receiver CeeDee Lamb said with a laugh. “He hate to hear it, but he’s a old man.” Prescott said this came up on their … Read more