Democratic primary for Bexar DA heads to runoff between Luz Elena Chapa and Jane Davis

The winner will battle Republican Ashley Foster, a former felony prosecutor in Bexar County who specialized in white-collar crime.

by Michael Karlis March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

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James Talarico beats Jasmine Crockett in widely watched Democratic Senate primary

Crockett conceded the race early Wednesday morning after initially pledging to litigate the results in court.

Sarah GonzalesMarch 4, 2026March 4, 2026

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Scandal-plagued Tony Gonzales and Brandon ‘AK Guy’ Herrera head to runoff in congressional race

Herrera said revelations of Gonzales’ alleged affair helped close the gap between the primary rivals in the San Antonio and South Texas race.

by Stephanie Koithan March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

Ron Nirenberg (right) speaks to supporters Judy Hall (left) and Juany Torres (middle) after his victory speech.

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Ron Nirenberg lands early victory over Sakai in Bexar County Judge’s race

The former San Antonio mayor declared victory shortly after early vote totals showed him with a 62%-38% lead.

by Sanford Nowlin March 3, 2026March 4, 2026

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Kyle Rittenhouse joins Brandon ‘AK Guy’ Herrera for final moments of campaign trail

The gun-rights advocate acquitted for fatally shooting two Black Lives Matter protesters joined Herrera’s final push to win Tony Gonzales’ congressional seat.

by Stephanie Koithan March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

Texas News

Senate hopeful James Talarico surges in online betting markets amid low Dallas-area turnout

Voters are being turned away from the polls in Dallas County, the home turf of Talarico’s rival, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

by Michael Karlis March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

As paramedics attended to Officer David McCall's injuries, deputies discovered a six-pack of beer and an unopened bottle of wine in the his vehicle.

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San Antonio officer who crashed in front yard while drunk booted off the force

David McCall, an 18-year veteran of the force, was also supposed to be on duty at the time of the accident.

by Sanford Nowlin March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

Texas News

John Cornyn attends Pastor John Hagee’s ‘End of Days’ sermon to drum up last-minute support

The GOP senator’s visit comes as the San Antonio megachurch pastor and his son claim the Iran conflict signals the second coming of Christ.

by Michael Karlis March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

Texas News

UT, Texas Tech students among those killed in Austin mass shooting

Texas Tech undergrad Ryder Harrington and Savitha Shan of the University of Texas were among the dead, Austin police confirmed Monday.

by Michael Karlis March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Texas News

San Antonio Democrat says Talarico has the best chance against ‘evil SOB’ Ken Paxton

State Sen. Roland Gutierrez’s comments at a local rally come as James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett enter the home stretch of a divisive Democratic primary.

by Michael Karlis March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Members of Bexar County Commissioners Court deliberate during a meeting earlier this year.

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Bexar County Commissioner calls Iran strike ‘extraordinary first step’

Commissioner Grant Moody, the court’s sole Republican, says he has full confidence in President Trump, even though only 1 in 4 Americans approves of the war.

by Stephanie Koithan March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Republican and Democratic officials have offered vastly different responses to the Austin mass shooting.

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Suspect in Austin bar mass shooting was former San Antonio resident

Ndiaga Diange, 53, reportedly moved from New York to San Antonio in 2017.

by Michael Karlis March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Brandon Herrera, left, and Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican primary candidates for Texas' 23rd Congressional District.

San Antonio News

Tony Gonzales heads into Election Day with political future imperiled, Democrats eyeing his district

Both parties are contemplating the notion of Brandon Herrera, a gun-loving YouTuber with a history of provocative comments, as the GOP nominee. Herrera says he can win in November.

by Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

Children walk between structures at the Dilley detention camp during Trump's first term in office.

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911 calls coming from Dilley detention facility paint dire picture of what’s going on inside

Call records show children struggling to breathe, experiencing numerous seizures in a day and requiring medical care for life-threatening conditions.

by Stephanie Koithan February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

San Antonio News

This San Antonio mansion for sale comes with a 63-foot indoor pool

The Elm Creek property listed for $1.725 million also features plenty of other over-the-top amenities.

by San Antonio Current Staff February 27, 2026February 28, 2026

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, has represented West Texas in Congress since 2021.

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Before scandal, Rep. Tony Gonzales had complicated relationship with his West Texas constituents

The moderate Republican’s votes on gun control and marriage equality upset the region’s most conservative voters, but local officials said they’re grateful for the work he did on public safety and health.

by Carlos Nogueras Ramos, The Texas Tribune February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio council paints picture of vindictive, bullying mayor during vote to censure her

Councilwoman Sukh Kaur accused the mayor of ‘gaslighting’, while colleague Teri Castillo said she regrets endorsing Jones during her mayoral run.

by Michael Karlis February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

San Antonio News

Bexar County DA’s Office drops stalking charges against former fire union boss Chris Steele

Steele was accused of trying to blackmail an applicant vying to become the San Antonio Fire Department’s next chief.

by Michael Karlis February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones argues the current process for putting proposals forward for a council vote is unfair to members who are newly elected.

San Antonio News

Analysis: San Antonio City Council censures Mayor Jones at its own peril

Except for members of council and witnesses inside the room, nobody knows precisely what the mayor said to elicit council’s possible rebuke.

by Michael Karlis February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

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Pride San Antonio replacing entire board after lawsuit controversy

The organization’s restructuring follows blowback over its decision to join with a conservative group on a lawsuit to delay the city’s removal of the Pride crosswalks.

by Stephanie Koithan February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

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Democratic primary for Bexar DA heads to runoff between Luz Elena Chapa and Jane Davis

James Talarico beats Jasmine Crockett in widely watched Democratic Senate primary

Scandal-plagued Tony Gonzales and Brandon ‘AK Guy’ Herrera head to runoff in congressional race

Ron Nirenberg lands early victory over Sakai in Bexar County Judge’s race

Kyle Rittenhouse joins Brandon ‘AK Guy’ Herrera for final moments of campaign trail

Senate hopeful James Talarico surges in online betting markets amid low Dallas-area turnout

San Antonio officer who crashed in front yard while drunk booted off the force

John Cornyn attends Pastor John Hagee’s ‘End of Days’ sermon to drum up last-minute support

UT, Texas Tech students among those killed in Austin mass shooting

San Antonio Democrat says Talarico has the best chance against ‘evil SOB’ Ken Paxton

Bexar County Commissioner calls Iran strike ‘extraordinary first step’

Suspect in Austin bar mass shooting was former San Antonio resident

Tony Gonzales heads into Election Day with political future imperiled, Democrats eyeing his district

911 calls coming from Dilley detention facility paint dire picture of what’s going on inside

This San Antonio mansion for sale comes with a 63-foot indoor pool

Before scandal, Rep. Tony Gonzales had complicated relationship with his West Texas constituents

San Antonio council paints picture of vindictive, bullying mayor during vote to censure her

Bexar County DA’s Office drops stalking charges against former fire union boss Chris Steele

Analysis: San Antonio City Council censures Mayor Jones at its own peril

Pride San Antonio replacing entire board after lawsuit controversy

24 San Antonio-area parks and greenways with amazing hiking and biking

The price tag to buy San Antonio Spur Tony Parker’s mansion has dropped by nearly half

This San Antonio century home for sale was once lifted on jacks to add a new first floor

San Antonio women-owned restaurants and bars everyone should try