Trial of three former SAPD officers accused in the death of a woman during a mental health call enters sixth day

The trial of three ex-SAPD officers over Melissa Perez’s fatal shooting enters a sixth day, with bodycam footage and testimonies scrutinized. SAN ANTONIO — Arguments continue for sixth day in the case against three former SAPD officers accused of shooting and killing a woman during a mental health call in 2023. Witness testimony and viewing … Read more

Sochan out for season opener; Former Spurs big man doubts Wembanyama’s listed height

Jeremy Sochan will miss the Spurs’ opening game against the Mavericks due to a sprained left wrist. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs‘ Jeremy Sochan’s start to the new season will be on hold. The forward will miss the team’s opening night game versus the Mavericks with a sprained left wrist he suffered during practice … Read more

Jury selection set to start in trial for former SAPD officer charged in 2022 shooting of Erik Cantu

James Brennand faces an aggravated assault charge, accused of shooting then 17-year-old Erik Cantu at a McDonald’s parking lot in October 2022. SAN ANTONIO — Jury selection begins Friday in the trial for the former San Antonio Police officer accused of shooting a teenager at a McDonald’s parking lot in October 2022. James Brennand is … Read more

Approval ratings for Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones low in first city poll since she took office

Five months later after getting elected, the UTSA poll shows only about 25% of voters somewhat approve or strongly approve of Jones’ job performance. SAN ANTONIO — A new poll of UT San Antonio’s Center for Public Opinion Research shows that support for Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is low about five months after she was … Read more

AFFIDAVIT: San Antonio man charged in violent attack of woman at northwest-side parking lot

Drake Goode, 28, is accused of attacking the female victim, pistol-whipping her and shooting her multiple times. SAN ANTONIO — A man is behind bars, accused of shooting a woman several times after a fight on San Antonio’s northwest side over the weekend, according to an arrest affidavit. Records say 28-year-old Drake Goode was charged … Read more