Grand Prairie cancels Muslim event at water park under pressure from Gov. Abbott

In a letter sent Wednesday, Governor Abbott said to cancel the private Eid al-Adha event scheduled for June or lose $530,000 in state grants. GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — The city of Grand Prairie canceled a private rental marking a religious holiday under pressure from Governor Greg Abbot, who called it unconstitutional religious discrimination after initial … Read more

Bexar County Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of 9-1-1 operator

Officials say the 38-year-old died after a medical episode while serving the community. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its own. Telecommunicator Samantha Woodward, 38, died on May 4, 2026, after suffering a medical episode, according to the sheriff’s office. Woodward joined the department in August … Read more

Bexar County deputies search for suspect accused of assaulting teen

Authorities warn the man may be heading toward Laredo and should not be approached. SAN ANTONIO — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted suspect in Bexar County. According to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, 30-year-old Alejandro Morua is wanted in connection with an alleged sexual assault involving a 15-year-old girl. … Read more