Protecting peacocks | ‘Birdnappers’ allegedly targeting neighborhood, residents want it to stop

On Sunday, two people visited a northwest side neighborhood to catch peafowl, homeowners say. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio neighborhood known for its wild peacocks is being targeted by ‘birdnappers,’ residents say. On Sunday, Leslie Word snapped a picture of two people pinning down a peacock on his neighbor’s property. “My wife was getting … Read more

Woman arrested after being accused of setting a church porta potty on fire

Around 3 a.m. Saturday, the church’s surveillance video shows smoke coming out of a porta potty, along with a woman. SAN ANTONIO — A woman is accused of setting a porta potty on fire outside a west side church. The Family Christian Center Church’s surveillance camera caught the act, which helped investigators find the suspect. … Read more

‘Calm and welcoming’ | New ‘Zen Den’ at Harlandale High School to help students share their struggles

The high school counselor said she wanted to create a space for the students to feel safe and talk about their struggles. SAN ANTONIO — A ‘Zen Den’ is now nestled inside Harlandale High School. The new room is located inside the counseling center and is to help students share their struggles. The counselor behind … Read more

Several displaced after SAFD extinguishes north-side apartment fire

Authorities responded to the 5300 block of Randolph Boulevard around 4:40 p.m. SAN ANTONIO — Fire engines and other first responders could be seen at a north-side apartment complex where crews reportedly extinguished flames Tuesday evening.  No injuries were reported in the blaze.  The San Antonio Fire Department (SAFD) was called out to the 5300 … Read more

Edgewood ISD police officers prepared to administer Narcan to students and general public

Edgewood ISD police officers haven’t had to use the life-saving medication on students. However, they have administered Narcan to community members off campus. SAN ANTONIO — Several months after Texas legislation mandated Narcan to be maintained at all middle and high schools, Edgewood ISD is continuing to educate the community about the dangers of fentanyl. … Read more