Vinyl chloride aboard derailed Gregory train; no leaks reported but evacuation zone expands as precaution

Authorities said the expansion is because the compound is flammable, and a fire could be difficult to contain if a spark were to occur. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The overturned train tankers in Gregory are carrying vinyl chloride, Texas Department of Public Safety Public Information Sgt. Harold “Rob” Mallory told 3NEWS on Monday. Vinyl chloride … Read more

Derailed train cars in Gregory carrying vinyl chloride; authorities say no spills or leaks reported

The compound is flammable, according to authorities on the scene, but not dangerous. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The overturned train tanks in Gregory are carrying vinyl chloride, Texas Department of Public Safety Public Information Sgt. Harold “Rob” Mallory told 3NEWS on Monday. Vinyl chloride is the primary ingredient in making PVC pipes. The compound has … Read more

Santikos Silverado added to list of theaters offering $4.99 movie deals on Tuesdays

It’s the latest location in the local theater chain to offer $4.99 movie deals on what they call “Super Tuesdays.” SAN ANTONIO — With triple-digit heat setting in for the summer in San Antonio, families are looking for affordable ways to get out of the house, but into the air conditioning.  Santikos Silverado can help … Read more

Griffin Dunne finds balance between madcap Hollywood adventures and family tragedy in new memoir

NEW YORK – Griffin Dunne says he’s grateful his parents raised him with what he affectionately calls “benign neglect” in 1970s and ’80s Los Angeles because it encouraged creativity and risk-taking that led to some wild experiences he chronicles in his new memoir. “The Friday Afternoon Club, A Family Memoir,” out Tuesday from Penguin Press, … Read more

Maintenance worker dies after authorities believe he had heart attack, became trapped in equipment

Authorities say when they arrived they tried to revive the worker, but he was pronounced dead on the scene. SAN ANTONIO — A maintenance employee at Cuisine Solutions’ food processing facility in San Antonio died Friday after officials believe he suffered a heart attack and was trapped in equipment. First responders arrived to the 8300 … Read more