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San Antonio News

Former mayor Ron Nirenberg rails against Trump’s “authoritarian regime” during appearance at San Antonio gay bar

Nirenberg, who is running for Bexar County Judge, also talked about the controversy surrounding San Antonio’s rainbow crosswalk during the rally over the weekend.

by Michael Karlis January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio approves $30 million Project Marvel land buy

Despite that bid, City Council has yet to acquire the 13 acres of land where the new basketball arena for the Spurs is expected to be built.

by Michael Karlis January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

San Antonio News

SAPD chief Bill McManus retiring after two decades

The longest serving police chief in San Antonio history, McManus oversaw the technological revolution in community policing, survived two votes of no confidence and plenty of controversy regarding police shootings.

by Michael Karlis January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

News

San Antonio council members Spears and Whyte meet with ICE officials

The conservative duo’s meeting comes as ICE’s enforcement tactics in Minneapolis have fanned national tensions.

by Michael Karlis January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Private prison firm CoreCivic operates the Dilley detention site.

San Antonio News

ICE sending Minneapolis refugees to San Antonio-area detention facility

The detention site in Dilley grabbed headlines last year after an infant lost 9 pounds after being held there for a month, according to a legal filing.

by Michael Karlis January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Senate hopeful Talarico rolls out ‘anti-corruption’ agenda as he takes 9-point lead in new polling

The Democratic Texas rep’s plan includes term-limits for members of Congress and the Supreme Court along with banning PAC money from political campaigns.

by Michael Karlis January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

San Antonio News

Have a question for former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg? Just ask him on Facebook.

Folks can log onto Facebook and ‘Ask Ron!’ every Tuesday at 9 p.m.

by Michael Karlis January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

San Antonio News

City Council to hold public comment session this Wednesday on San Antonio ICE enforcement

Concerned citizens may sign up to speak via the City of San Antonio website.

by Michael Karlis January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

State Rep. Gina Hinojosa smiles during an appearance last weekend at San Antonio soul food restaurant Tony G's.

San Antonio News

Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa making San Antonio campaign stop Thursday

The Democratic contender’s appearance at the Friendly Spot comes after she wrapped up tour that took her to nine Texas cities in a week.

by Michael Karlis January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

San Antonio News

Bexar County DA candidate pledges to investigate ICE if elected

Criminal defense attorney Shannon Locke’s comments come amid anger and fear over ICE’s aggressive tactics, especially in blue cities.

by Michael Karlis January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

Would you buy a congressional campaign from this guy?

‘Shamwow Guy’ drops cleaning supplies on Texas doorsteps as part of his run for congress

MAGA Republican Offer Vince Shlomi promises to ‘soak up the swamp’ if elected to represent a Central Texas district.

by Michael Karlis January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

San Antonio Zoo brings back annual ‘Cry Me a Cockroach’ Valentine’s Day fundraiser

Begrudged ex-lovers can name a cockroach or rodent after their former flame and watch it get devoured by a large mammal.

by Michael Karlis January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Democrat running for Greg Abbott’s seat calls him ‘most corrupt governor’ in Texas history

State Rep. Gina Hinojosa cited a study showing Abbott awarded $1 billion in no-bid state contracts to political donors.

by Michael Karlis January 12, 2026January 13, 2026

Senate hopeful Crockett tries to clarify remark about Latino voters at San Antonio stops

The Democratic U.S. rep took a whirlwind tour of SA Sunday, including stops at churches, an East Side restaurant and a Southtown taqueria.

by Michael Karlis January 12, 2026January 15, 2026

San Antonio News

Hundreds take to San Antonio’s streets for anti-ICE, anti-Trump protest

The demonstration was one of many occurring nationwide to decry the shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good by a masked ICE agent.

by Michael Karlis January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

After fallout, Texas A&M prof replaces Plato on syllabus with lecture on free speech

Students will now be required to read an article about academic freedom as part of his class.

by Michael Karlis January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

TV

Stranger Things cast members to appear at San Antonio’s Wonderland of the Americas

Cast member who play Barb, Demogorgon, Ms. Kelly and Mr. Clarke will appear at event, which runs Saturday and Sunday.

by Michael Karlis January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

San Antonio News

Another anti-ICE protest planned for downtown San Antonio this Saturday

The demonstration comes as new details emerge in the fatal ICE shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good.

by Michael Karlis January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

Politics & Elections

Senate hopeful Talarico says he’ll call for ban on sale of offensive military weapons to Israel

‘You can be a friend to Israel, but being a friend means holding your friend accountable,’ the Texas lawmaker said at a New Braunfels-area town hall.

by Michael Karlis January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

San Antonio News

Bexar County Judge primary debate between Nirenberg and Sakai set for next month

The debate will take place at 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Stable Hall.

by Michael Karlis January 8, 2026January 8, 2026