SAPD: Man injured after attempting to fend off hammer-wielding intruders, 1 suspect hospitalized

San Antonio police said a man was hurt after suspects armed with a hammer attempted to break into his apartment. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio man was attacked Friday evening after police say he confronted several suspects who tried to break into his apartment with a hammer. According to SAPD, officers were called around … Read more

San Antonio Zoo announces opening date for new gorilla habitat Congo Falls

The opening marks a major milestone in the zoo’s 111-year history, according to SA Zoo officials. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Zoo has announced that Congo Falls, its long-awaited gorilla habitat, will open to the public on December 13—marking the return of gorillas to the city for the first time in more than 30 … Read more

On the other side of weekend closures, 2 new flyovers to open at San Antonio’s Loop 1604/I-10 interchange

After this weekend, drivers navigating the northwest side will have a pair of new flyovers to take advantage of at the major intersection. SAN ANTONIO — As work continues to bolster drivers’ options at the Loop 1604/Interstate 10 interchange – one of the busiest in the San Antonio – TxDOT says next week’s commuters will … Read more

‘We deserve due process’: Owners of Yorktown Memorial Hospital push back as city cites safety hazards, possible demolition

The future of Yorktown Memorial Hospital may soon be decided, as owners face possible demolition despite ongoing restoration efforts. SAN ANTONIO — The future of the old Yorktown Memorial Hospital could be decided in the coming days as the city prepares for a public hearing that may result in the building’s demolition. The property’s owners … Read more

2 hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after head-on crash in San Antonio

Officials have confirmed that two individuals are fighting for their lives after a head-on collision on the city’s south side. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Fire Department says two people have been hospitalized following a head-on crash on the south side. Around 6:20 p.m., officials responded to the 16701-17139 blocks of Pleasanton Road after … Read more

Chief McManus addresses aftermath of former SAPD officers’ exoneration, disputes claim investigation was ‘influenced by political pressure’

Three of the chief’s former officers were acquitted of murder and other charges this week, capping a four-week trial centered around Melissa Perez’s 2023 killing. SAN ANTONIO — The head of San Antonio’s police department has issued a statement in the aftermath of the Melissa Perez trial that saw all three former SAPD officers acquitted, … Read more