San Antonio residents push for new MLK statue at east-side plaza to reflect city’s historic march

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For decades, the existing statue has received mixed reviews from residents. SAN ANTONIO — A renewed effort is underway to bring a new statue of Martin Luther King Jr. to MLK Plaza on the city’s east side. East-side native Otis Thompson is urging local leaders to consider replacing the current statue with one that reflects … Read more

Seguin PD: 5 arrested in vehicle theft, burglary spree spanning multiple cities near San Antonio

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Police said three juveniles and two adults were working together in what investigators described as a string of vehicle burglaries and thefts across the area. SEGUIN, Texas — Five people have been arrested in connection with a series of vehicle thefts and burglaries spanning multiple cities, including Seguin, Schertz and San Antonio, according to the … Read more

San Antonio home heavily damaged in fire likely caused by candles, firefighters say

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SAFD says flames severely damaged a home on San Antonio’s south side, likely caused by unattended candles used for lighting after the home’s power was shut off. SAN ANTONIO — A late-night fire on the southwest side caused significant damage to a home on the south side on Thursday, according to the San Antonio Fire … Read more

Locked doors at Brick leave artists and vendors in Southtown seeking solutions amid tax woes

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Locked doors at Brick, a creative hub in Southtown, disrupt events due to financial woes and tax issues, leaving local artists and community gatherings in limbo. SAN ANTONIO — Locked doors at a popular event space in the Southtown area have left visitors and artists searching for answers. Viewers have called in wondering why they … Read more

‘She was on the brink of death’: Attorneys, parents claim 1-year-old nearly died in Dilley Detention Center, but DHS disputes the claims

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The allegations center on a child, identified in court filings as Amalia, who was held with her parents at the Dilley Detention Center southwest of San Antonio. DILLEY, Texas — A one-year-old child nearly died while in federal immigration custody at a South Texas family detention center, according to a habeas corpus petition from her … Read more

‘She was on the brink of death’ Attorneys, parents claim one-year-old nearly died in Dilley Detention Center, DHS disputes claims

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The allegations center on a child, identified in court filings as Amalia, who was held with her parents at the Dilley Detention Center southwest of San Antonio. DILLEY, Texas — A one-year-old child nearly died while in federal immigration custody at a South Texas family detention center, according to a habeas corpus petition from her … Read more

These are the busiest (and slowest) early voting locations in Bexar County so far

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Early vote totals are outpacing the last two midterm primary elections thus far, according to county data. SAN ANTONIO — Early voter turnout in Bexar County is so far outpacing the last two midterm primary elections, according to new data.  The county election department shared on social media that more than 40,000 residents have cast … Read more