WEATHER IMPACT ALERT: Red Flag Warning issued for San Antonio as windy, dry conditions heighten fire risk

Considering how bad our drought is in South Texas, any type of weather pattern that brings strong winds and dry air will be conducive for fire weather. SAN ANTONIO — A Red Flag Warning has been issued for a huge part of Texas on Tuesday afternoon, including San Antonio and the Hill Country.  It’s expected … Read more

Kinney County helicopter crash victims identified

The two died when the four-seat chopper they were in crashed on Thursday afternoon. The cause is still under investigation. SAN ANTONIO — Authorities have identified the two victims of last week’s helicopter crash in Kinney County as a 31-year-old Uvalde resident and a 53-year-old man visiting from Brooksville, Florida.  Officials said William Garrett Robertson and Earle … Read more

Residents in far-west side SA neighborhood fed up with long-time construction posing safety risk

Delays have pushed the project back but hazards remain along the stretch of the far-west side street. SAN ANTONIO — A road construction nightmare on the city’s far west side has residents in several neighborhoods nearby begging for the project to be completed. This multi-year project has been plagued with delays and even one death. … Read more

Copperhead snakes surge as cicada season peaks in Texas

Copperheads are masters of camouflage, blending in with leaves, tree bark and forest debris. This makes them nearly invisible at night, especially in wooded areas. SAN ANTONIO — As cicada season reaches its peak, another creature is taking advantage of the influx: copperhead snakes. Wildlife experts say these venomous snakes are blending into the environment, … Read more

Copperhead warning: Why the venomous snakes are more active and how to avoid a dangerous encounter

Copperheads are masters of camouflage, blending in with leaves, tree bark and forest debris. This makes them nearly invisible at night, especially in wooded areas. SAN ANTONIO — As cicada season reaches its peak, another creature is taking advantage of the influx: copperhead snakes. Wildlife experts say these venomous snakes are blending into the environment, … Read more