Hutto police cite rabbits as cause for ‘rampant crime sprees’ against Christmas lights

HUTTO, Texas – The Hutto police department is warning residents about the likely culprit for damaged Christmas lights across the city: the cottontail rabbit. In a public service announcement posted to the department’s Facebook page, police say that while the rabbits are usually timid, the bunnies “go on rampant crime sprees.” The damage caused by … Read more

TXDOT gives safety tips amid increased law enforcement presence on Texas roads during holiday season

TEXAS – The Texas Highway Patrol will be increasing their enforcement this holiday season. From Dec. 22 until Jan. 1, state troopers will be looking for traffic violations such as speeding, not wearing a seatbelt and driving while intoxicated, according to TXDOT. This year’s increased enforcement is a part of “Operation CARE (Crash Awareness and … Read more

Antique book store on Broadway to close, Half Price Books could follow after owner sells buildings

Editor’s note: This story was published through a partnership between KSAT and the San Antonio Business Journal. An antique book store that has fronted Broadway for 53 years will close in 2024. Antiquarian Book Mart will close its doors in May, according to its owner Bob Kellel. The bookseller has sold the land at 3217 … Read more