‘We intend to fight this all the way’ | Frio County ‘vote harvest’ suspects make first court appearance

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The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) called the Texas attorney general’s indictments a “calculated campaign of (voter) intimidation.” FRIO COUNTY, Texas — A visiting judge in Frio County entered not-guilty pleas for the six suspects charged with vote harvesting amid an ongoing state-led elections integrity investigation.  The defendants include Frio County Judge Rochelle … Read more

‘Why would somebody do me like this?’ Retired educator and cancer survivor’s food trailer stolen and trashed

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The community is now rallying around Adrianne Bailey after theft and vandalism of “dream” food trailer. HOUSTON, Texas — Nearly a year after its debut, retired educator Adrianne Bailey’s “TexLaMex” food trailer is temporarily closed. “Everything I had went into this, everything,” said Bailey.  “Why would somebody do me like this?” The three-time cancer survivor’s … Read more

Edwards Aquifer managers declare Stage 5 restrictions for the first time

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Much of the San Antonio region has been under Extreme or Exceptional Drought since mid-March. SAN ANTONIO — South Texas’s ongoing major drought has pushed the Edwards Aquifer Authority – which manages the region’s primary water source – to issue Stage 5 restrictions to San Antonio permit holders for the first time.  The restrictions upgrade means … Read more

Memorial Day weekend gas prices are down in Texas this year. Where are the cheapest prices in the Lone Star State?

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Some Texas travelers will enjoy lower Memorial Day gas prices than last year, but which areas are actually above the state average per gallon? SAN ANTONIO — Plenty of travelers are set to be on the move this Memorial Day weekend.  Whether you’re on your way in or on your way out of the state, … Read more

Officials: High school staff member charged with improper student relationship in Bandera County

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The Bandera County Sheriff’s Office said this is an ongoing investigation. SAN ANTONIO — A man was arrested in connection to an outcry of sexual indecency between a Bandera High School student and a staff member, officials said.  Christopher Sandoval Mata was arrested and charged with aggravated sexual assault, improper relationship between student and educator … Read more