Trustees vote to close Judson Middle School amid $37M deficit; sparks fly again over allegations of lack of transparency

Voices were raised and stern warnings later issued when a trustee argued for answers about how other items were added to Monday’s agenda. SAN ANTONIO — Judson ISD on Monday unanimously voted to shut down Judson Middle School by the end of the current academic year as part of cost-saving efforts to address a roughly … Read more

San Antonio blood donors can win Stock Show & Rodeo tickets through Feb. 21

To schedule a donation, call 833-968-4483 or visit SouthTexasBlood.org/Give. SAN ANTONIO — Donors could win a free night at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo! Organizers with South Texas Blood & Tissue said anyone who donates blood through Feb. 21 will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win two lower-level tickets … Read more

‘I know how to win tough races’: State Rep. James Talarico makes closing pitch to voters ahead of Democratic Senate primary

Polls show a tight race as Talarico enters the final weeks with a $1.5 million cash advantage over his opponent Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett. HOUSTON — With the March 3 primary now just days away, Texas Democrats are racing to choose a nominee they believe can flip the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican John … Read more

‘We need a warrior’: Jasmine Crockett makes pitch to Texas Democrats ahead of Senate primary

The Congresswoman is positioning herself as a “battle-tested” candidate capable of winning a statewide race and flipping a seat Republicans have held since 1994. HOUSTON — Early voting begins Tuesday in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, and the race is intensifying as candidates compete for the chance to challenge Republican Sen. John Cornyn in … Read more

Northwest-side neighbors desperate for new mailboxes after Valentine’s Day break-in caught on camera

Nancy Howard, member of the Lochwood Neighborhood Association, is pushing for a city-wide program that would help communities fund new mailboxes. SAN ANTONIO — Neighbors on the northwest side woke up to an unwelcomed Valentine’s Day surprise as suspected thieves were caught on camera breaking into their cluster mailboxes. Residents are now hoping the City … Read more