‘Insulting and inaccurate’ | Mayor Jones asks Texas leaders to not fund ICE facility in San Antonio

Mayor Jones urges Texas lawmakers to oppose funding for an ICE facility in San Antonio, citing its potential harm to the economically struggling east-side community. SAN ANTONIO — Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is calling on the Texas delegation representing the state in our nation’s capitol to not fund the planned ICE facility expected here in … Read more

Did Jordan Stolz deliver as the favorite in the Olympic 1,000 meters speed skating race?

The 21-year-old American world record holder opened his Milan Cortina Games in the men’s 1,000 meters. Here’s how Stolz and the rest of Team USA fared. WASHINGTON — American speed skater Jordan Stolz delivered on his favorite status Wednesday at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, winning gold in the men’s 1,000 meters and setting an … Read more

Bexar County deputies arrest 5 in southwest-side cockfighting investigation

Five people were taken into custody Sunday night after deputies uncovered evidence of an illegal cockfighting operation, according to Sheriff Salazar. ATASCOSA, Texas — Several people were arrested Sunday night in connection with a cockfighting investigation on the southwest side of Bexar County, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Javier Salazar said deputies … Read more

‘I chews you’: San Antonio Animal Care Services offers free pet adoptions this Valentine’s Day weekend

ACS said the promotion is designed to help more pets find loving homes because, as the shelter notes “true love shouldn’t cost a thing.” SAN ANTONIO — The City of San Antonio Animal Care Services is inviting the community to find a “fur-ever” match during a special adoption event this weekend. ACS will host its … Read more

Norwegian biathlete regrets tearful TV confession overshadowing teammate’s Olympic gold medal

“I deeply regret sharing this personal story on what was a day of celebration for Norwegian biathlon,” he said in a statement. CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Province of Belluno — A day after a stunning confession on live television that he had cheated on his girlfriend, Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid on Wednesday said he regrets going public … Read more