Walter McAllister, who served as San Antonio mayor until 1971, faced a censure vote over criticism stemming from a national TV interview. SAN ANTONIO — Whether or not it ends up passing, Friday’s City Council scheduled vote to potentially censure Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones will represent a remarkably rare moment in San Antonio history. Not since July … Read more
Before big chains dominated, the Webb family ran three east-side stores that became hubs of opportunity, mentorship and community pride. SAN ANTONIO — On San Antonio’s East Side, history doesn’t always come with a marker. At the corner of North New Braunfels Avenue and East Houston Street, customers now pull into an auto parts store … Read more
Key congressional races and the battle for Bexar County judge are prominent motivators driving people to the polls, according to the Bexar County Democratic chair. SAN ANTONIO — With just days to go before Primary Election Day, early voting is breaking records in Bexar County and across Texas. According to the Bexar County Elections Department, … Read more
Paying off debt is often difficult, and sometimes requires a little creativity. SAN ANTONIO — About one-in-four people say they have no emergency savings and would have a hard time covering an unexpected expense. And with a volatile economy and uncertain financial future for many, Experian says taking control of finances should be top of … Read more
Authorities said a 16-year-old died and the suspected gunman was injured in the Feb. 19 shooting. SAN ANTONIO — Four people are now facing capital murder charges in connection with the killing of a New Braunfels teen last week after local police say they made two more arrests. A New Braunfels 17-year-old and 23-year-old … Read more
Voters in Bexar County will decide this fall’s general election candidates for Bexar County judge and district attorney, the latter of which is an open race. SAN ANTONIO — Early voting comes to a close Friday across Texas, where the governor’s seat is on the ballot as well as hotly contested U.S. Senate primary races … Read more
In Central Texas, Bastrop County withdrew a proposal to rename FM 969 after Charlie Kirk. In North Texas, though, Hood County leaders celebrated theirs on Saturday. BASTROP COUNTY, Texas — Officials in Central Texas have backtracked on plans to rename a highway after Charlie Kirk, the right-wing activist and media personality who was killed while … Read more