‘The US is in distress’: San Antonians gather at downtown protest against federal policies, ICE crackdown

Gov. Abbott deployed Texas National Guard soldiers to SA in advance of the demonstrations. City officials urged participants to remain peaceful. SAN ANTONIO — A crowd of about 200 protesters gathered outside San Antonio City Hall on Wednesday evening to speak against federal policies and this month’s nationwide immigration crackdown, eventually marching out around 7:15 … Read more

Knife-wielding man shouts antisemitic slurs at San Antonio congregants near synagogue, police say

SAPD says one of the congregants slapped the suspect who had attempted to throw a punch after pulling off to the side of the road. The suspect then drove away. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating a confrontation between a knife-wielding man and a group of Jewish people walking home from prayer.  The … Read more

Florida man arrested after threatening to run over ICE protesters on social media

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said 26-year-old Zachary Degross posted on social media, saying he would “plow through” any people protesting ICE. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville man is facing a felony charge for threatening to run over protesters on social media, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday. Police said investigators received a tip about a … Read more

Texas set to fund first clinical studies of ibogaine, a psychedelic drug to treat PTSD

Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill on Wednesday that will allow the state to spend $50 million researching the psychoactive drug that can treat opioid withdrawal. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill into law on Wednesday that would put state funds toward researching a psychoactive drug called ibogaine. In a ceremony … Read more

‘Unacceptable’: Angelina Resendiz’s mother criticizes Navy’s handling of sailor’s disappearance

The statement is calling on leaders ranging from the U.S. Navy to President Donald Trump to investigate Angelina Resendiz’s case. NORFOLK, Va. — After the death of a sailor stationed at Naval Station Norfolk, her family is now demanding accountability from the U.S. Navy and national leaders. Angelina Resendiz was a culinary specialist with the … Read more