Bexar County DA’s Office investigating reported odor at Justice Center

Officials say no person or office has been linked to the alleged smell on the fourth floor. An internal probe is underway. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office confirmed it is investigating an allegation of a suspicious odor reported on the fourth floor of the Bexar County Justice Center, where its offices … Read more

The last time a San Antonio mayor faced a censure vote was 1970. Here’s what happened.

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

BLACK HISTORY MONTH | 3 stores, 1 family. A legacy still echoing on San Antonio’s east side

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

Record early voting turnout in Bexar County mirrors statewide surge across Texas

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

2 more arrested, facing murder charges in case of New Braunfels teen’s killing

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

MAP: Where you can cast a ballot in Bexar County as early voting for the the Texas primaries wraps up

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