Teenager killed in motorcycle crash on far North Side identified

SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE (8/3/2024): The Bexar County Medical Examiner identified an 18-year-old who was killed in a motorcycle crash Thursday on the North Side of San Antonio. Shane William Irwin, 18, died from blunt force injuries, according to authorities. His death has been ruled an accident. ORIGINAL STORY: An 18-year-old was killed in a … Read more

Texas author explores friendship, isolation and terrifying wildlife in thrilling ‘pandemic book’

“Clever Creatures Of The Night,” was inspired by the author’s own personal fears that heightened during the global epidemic – especially as a mother. SAN ANTONIO — A Texas native’s latest thriller explores friendship, isolation and wildlife found in the rural parts of the Lone Star state. Samantha Mabry’s novel “Clever Creatures Of The Night,” … Read more

Simone Manuel flops in the 50 free, fails to advance out of the heats in Olympic swimming

Several high-profile swimmers have failed to even make the finals in some of their best events. NANTERRE, France — In another disappointment for the American swim team, Simone Manuel was eliminated in the preliminaries of the 50-meter freestyle at the Paris Olympics on Saturday. Manuel posted the 18th-fastest time in the hectic sprint covering one … Read more