Politics

San Antonio Officials Explore Zoning Changes to Limit Detention Centers

City Council directs staff to research policies to prevent or regulate federal immigration detention facilities.

San Antonio City Council Censures Mayor, Vows to Move Forward

Council Member Edward Mungia calls for unity and action on pressing issues facing the city

San Antonio City Council Seeks Crypto Fraud Prevention Ordinance

Proposed law would require warning signs at cryptocurrency ATMs to combat scams targeting residents

Texas Republicans Call for Immigration Freeze After Austin Shooting

GOP lawmakers demand Congress halt immigration programs in wake of deadly bar attack

Former Opponents Endorse Veteran Prosecutor in DA Runoff

Jane Davis receives support from primary rivals ahead of May 26 Democratic runoff in Bexar County

Former San Antonio Mayor Nirenberg wins Bexar County judge primary

Nirenberg cruises to victory, will face Republican Patrick Von Dohlen in the general election

Religious Leaders Seek Access to ICE Detention Centers During Lent and Ramadan

The long-standing practice of religious leaders providing spiritual support to detained migrants has become much more controversial and consequential as the Biden administration faces pressure on immigration policies.

Faith leaders complete 90-mile march against immigration detention

The procession from Dilley to San Antonio courthouse aims to raise awareness about conditions at detention centers.

Newsom Alarmed by Year-Long Delay in Disclosing Fatal ICE Shooting

California governor raises concerns over lack of transparency in case of U.S. citizen killed by ICE agent in Texas

Pride San Antonio board to resign after lawsuit backlash

Longtime leaders of the LGBTQ+ advocacy group will step down next month amid intense criticism over a lawsuit they filed with a conservative organization.

Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson Dies at 84

The pioneering presidential candidate and activist was a tireless fighter for expanding democracy in America.

Jesse Jackson's Lasting Impact on a Generation

The civil rights leader's powerful message inspired columnist Cary Clack and many others to believe in themselves.

Congress Votes to Keep Sexual Harassment Settlement Records Secret

357 members of Congress, both Republicans and Democrats, voted to block the release of records related to sexual harassment claims against lawmakers.

Autopsy reveals new details in death of Tony Gonzales aide

Regina Santos-Aviles had a blood alcohol level above the legal limit when she set herself on fire, report shows.

Former San Antonio mayor campaigns for county judge in Tesla without branding

The ex-mayor has been using his electric vehicle to get around the county during his campaign.