‘They deserve to have their time’: Trustee says Edgewood ISD broke policy in arrest of mother at board meeting

A parent advocate was arrested at an Edgewood ISD meeting after exceeding time. Trustee says policy wasn’t followed as outrage, protests and calls for answers grow. SAN ANTONIO — A routine school board meeting in Edgewood turned into a tense confrontation Tuesday night when a mother of two was handcuffed and escorted out of the … Read more

‘I promised her she would be safe’: Camp Mystic parents testify as Texas lawmakers promise safety reforms after deadly flood

The Wednesday hearings were the first time loved ones of Camp Mystic victims publicly testified. SAN ANTONIO — Parents of the 27 girls and staffers who died when floodwaters overwhelmed Camp Mystic the morning of July 4 spoke publicly before Texas lawmakers for the first time Wednesday. The testimony quickly lead to tears on both sides … Read more

Mayor Jones jumps in on pro-Project Marvel rally a day before pivotal City Hall vote

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones surprised business leaders at a news conference as she continues to pressure City Council members to pause talks for an economic impact study. SAN ANTONIO — Business leaders planned to make a stand to push Project Marvel forward Wednesday morning, but were surprised by the sudden appearance of Mayor Gina Ortiz … Read more