Experts question whether San Antonio mayor can gain political support for pause on Project Marvel

Political experts said Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ call for a more data is rational but she may lack the political capital to sway others on council.

by Michael Karlis August 8, 2025August 15, 2025

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San Antonio mayor isn’t punishing councilwoman accused of DWI — at least for now

Jones’ comment comes days after the mayor called a public live-stream of the councilwoman’s court hearing an ‘unprecedented leak.’

by Michael Karlis August 7, 2025August 15, 2025

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San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ bid to delay Project Marvel talks rejected by city staff, council majority

City Council is now expected to vote Aug. 21 on terms of an arena deal with the Spurs.

by Michael Karlis August 7, 2025September 1, 2025

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San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones affirms public will be able to speak on Project Marvel study

Jones said COPS/Metro ‘mischaracterized’ her decision to move the public comment session on the study. Organizers said they couldn’t get ahold of her.

by Michael Karlis August 4, 2025August 23, 2025

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San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ communications director exits after less than a week on job

The sudden vacancy comes during a turbulent time for Jones, who’s facing criticism from members of council over a rule change she implemented.

by Michael Karlis August 1, 2025August 20, 2025

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Bipartisan trio of San Antonio council members accuses mayor of violating city ordinance with rule change

In a formal memo, the three requested that Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones hold a public meeting by Aug. 15 to discuss the matter.

by Michael Karlis July 31, 2025August 27, 2025

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Analysis: Does San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones have the courage to slow down Project Marvel?

The Spurs’ lease on the Frost Bank Center, which is newer than more than half of NBA arenas, doesn’t expire until 2032. What’s the rush?

by Michael Karlis July 29, 2025August 17, 2025

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Bipartisan group on San Antonio Council pushes back at new Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ rule change

The council members are demanding Jones hold a special meeting to discuss the change, which they said they had no input on.

by Michael Karlis July 18, 2025September 1, 2025

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Former DEI officer at FBI tapped to be San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ chief of staff

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Jenise M. Carroll will fill the seat left vacant by Jordan Abelson, who lasted less than three weeks.

by Michael Karlis July 7, 2025August 5, 2025