Software issues preventing Bexar Co. inmates from being released, some of them for days

The county said it has a team of 120 IT personnel working to troubleshoot the ongoing issues. SAN ANTONIO — It’s become the exact opposite of a “get out of jail free” card. While Bexar County continues transitioning to a new computer system for its justice division, the change has also sparked complaints that glitches … Read more

Bexar County’s new computer system blamed for delays in jail booking, releases

SAN ANTONIO – After nearly a week in the Bexar County jail, Maurice Valdez says freedom doesn’t exactly taste sweet to him. He believes the six days he served were about five days too long. “I should’ve been out already,” Valdez said emphatically. Valdez and others say even after posting bond for relatively minor offenses, … Read more

H-E-B Chairman Charles Butt makes $20 million personal donation to support Texas food banks

SAN ANTONIO – H-E-B Chairman Charles Butt is making a $20 million personal gift to support 20 food banks across Texas. According to a news release, the food banks receiving money are part of the Feeding Texas network, which includes the San Antonio Food Bank. Recommended Videos The food banks help provide food to Texans … Read more

Art exhibit at San Antonio Food Bank shares stories ‘About Hunger and Resilience’

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Food Bank is now the permanent home for art that shows the complexities and experiences of hunger. The artist, Michael Nye, spent four-and-a-half years traveling the country and talking to people about their experience with hunger. His work resulted in a traveling exhibit titled “About Hunger and Resilience” featuring … Read more