Quack-to-back rescues: Harris County first responders save ducks from highway, drainage system

Harris County deputies and fire crews ensured no duck was left behind, helping ducks cross roads and rescuing ducklings from a storm drain. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — From busy roads to storm drains, Harris County deputies and fire crews spent Saturday making sure no duck was left behind. In two separate incidents, deputies and fire … Read more

20 suspects identified so far after ‘crude’ religious, racial slurs spray painted on several homes and vehicles in San Antonio, SAPD says

San Antonio police have identified 20 suspects in a graffiti hate crime involving racial and religious slurs being spray painted on homes and vehicles. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police department says they have identified 20 suspects so far after reports of homes and vehicles being spray painted on the far north side. Around … Read more

Husband of Ashley Pardo was charged with endangering a child in May, court records say

32-year-old Mario Porras, husband of Ashley Pardo, was arrested for child endangerment in May after claims of abuse surfaced. SAN ANTONIO — The husband of Ashley Pardo, the woman accused of buying her teenage son tactical gear and ammunition as he allegedly planned in an attack, was arrested in May for endangering a child. 32-year-old … Read more

‘The happiest little guy around:’ San Antonio 3-year-old competes for ‘Toddler of the Year’ award

3-year-old James Javier is always smiling and ready for the day. He’s charismatic, silly and “the sweetest three-year-old you’ve ever met,” according to his bio. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio toddler is ready to prove he’s the best, and cutest, toddler in the country. “Toddler of the Year” is a fundraising competition for Toys … Read more

Texas House panel advances redrawn congressional map that would add more GOP seats

The new district lines could be considered by the entire state House as soon as Tuesday. (The Texas Tribune) A Texas House panel on Saturday advanced a draft congressional map aimed at adding five new Republican districts next year over protests from Democrats that the proposal would suppress the votes of people of color. The … Read more

Texas Lottery to pay winner of $83.5M jackpot after withholding prize for months

The Houston-area resident will receive $45.8 million before taxes. HOUSTON — The Texas Lottery Commission will pay nearly $46 million to a woman who was denied her winnings for months amid investigations and controversies that tied up her payout. An agreement between the lottery commission and Kristen Moriarty was filed on Thursday, according to court … Read more