Frio County vote harvesting investigation: Breaking down who is accused of election crimes

Six people have so far been indicted in the ongoing investigation, but charges could be coming for others. SAN ANTONIO — As an investigation into possible vote harvesting in Frio County continues, documents related to the probe are shedding light on the extent of the alleged election crimes—including the local officials who authorities say are … Read more

SA Park Police & Airport Police departments will eventually no longer exist

Police Chief William McManus said they will fill the vacancies in each department with SAPD officers. However, no one is losing their job. SAN ANTONIO — The City of San Antonio will begin phasing out its Park and Airport Police departments, folding both into the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), city officials announced Wednesday. Police … Read more

San Antonio cyclists pedal silently to honor victims and demand safety changes to protect bikers

San Antonio cyclists participate in the Ride of Silence to honor victims of cycling accidents. SAN ANTONIO — A moving ride rolled out downtown on Wednesday night. The biking community met for San Antonio’s Ride of Silence. It is a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or hurt. Organizer Jeff Moore wore … Read more

Percussion passion propels Harlandale High School senior into elite Marine Band

Dominic Ramirez enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps right out of high school, while earning a coveted spot in the Marine Band. SAN ANTONIO — A high school senior is marching into the future—snare drum in hand and Marine blues on the horizon. Dominic Ramirez, a passionate percussionist and graduating senior at Harlandale High School, … Read more

Texas congressman warns ‘people will die’ over controversial budget vote

Texas Democrats oppose Trump’s budget bill, fearing Medicaid cuts could leave millions uninsured. HOUSTON — A fiery national debate is unfolding over President Trump’s proposed budget. While it extends the 2017 tax cuts, it also calls for slashing nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid and SNAP—a lifeline for millions. Experts say this proposed bill is another … Read more

Texas bill to clarify exceptions to state’s abortion ban clears key hurdle after rocky path

Texas lawmakers have advanced a bill to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S., putting the GOP-backed proposal on the brink of reaching Republican … Read more