Free admission for military at two popular San Antonio-area amusement parks for Memorial Day weekend

Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels are offering free admission for active duty, retired military, veterans, reserves and the National Guard. SAN ANTONIO — Two of the state’s most popular amusement parks are honoring our military this Memorial Day weekend. Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels are offering free … Read more

Kangaroo ‘repeat offender’ trespasses into neighbor’s backyard months after police chase

Irwin the kangaroo had his first run-in with police six months ago, when he led officers on a chase around downtown Durango while wearing only diapers. DURANGO, Colo. — Durango Police officers hopped into action when a four-legged suspect with a criminal history was caught trespassing this week. Irwin the kangaroo is now “Durango’s Most … Read more

Hickory’s flight to freedom | SAPA! kitten marks Dog Is My CoPilot’s 39,000th rescue mission

Staff and volunteers from San Antonio Pets Alive! loaded up dozens of at-risk kittens for transport across the country and into loving homes. SAN ANTONIO — It’s no secret that San Antonio has a pet overpopulation problem, but on Wednesday morning, some lucky kitties are getting a fresh start in a new city. Staff and … Read more