Murder victim’s car recovered miles from crime scene as family seeks justice

Zachary Leard’s family hopes witnesses will come forward with clues. They’re raising money for his funeral. SAN ANTONIO — The family of a murder victim is hoping his stolen car will give up some clues that will lead to Zachary Leard’s killer. The popular 31-year-old was found shot to death last Tuesday in the parking … Read more

‘Somebody was after someone’ | One dead, one injured after drive-by shooting on east-side with dozens of shots fired

Police believe multiple shooters fired from a white sedan at the corner of Burnet and North Walters. Both victims were believed to be in their 30s. SAN ANTONIO — Police say about 50 rounds were fired in what appeared to be a drive-by shooting that killed one man and injured another on Tuesday afternoon in … Read more

San Antonio Botanical Garden introducing new sculptures

Guests can find an over 20 foot dragon in the Lucille Halsell Conservatory, a mermaid in the Hill Country and a peacock in the Rose Garden, the garden said. SAN ANTONIO — Interesting, artistic and creative plant sculptures will be making their way to San Antonio’s Botanical Garden, the garden announced in a statement.  The sculptures … Read more

Combating crime on San Antonio’s north side

Neighborhood groups report an increase in burglaries and theft. Representatives are meeting with SAPD SAFEE officers, and some have hired private security. SAN ANTONIO — Crime is climbing in San Antonio. Even northside neighborhoods that have historically had low crime rates say they are dealing with more burglaries and theft. “Most of the stuff in … Read more

San Antonio ACS says they did ‘everything’ under state law when returning dogs responsible in fatal attack

Animal Care Services investigators say in three alleged biting incidents prior to the fatal attack on Friday, a dangerous dog affidavit wasn’t signed. SAN ANTONIO — Animal Care Services officials say the dogs who were euthanized following the fatal attack of an 81-year-old had at least three prior bite reports. Officials say the dogs killed … Read more