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During the hourlong debate, Talarico highlighted his history battling Republicans in the legislative arena, while Crockett framed herself as a ‘street fighter’ taking on the GOP outside Capitol Hill.
Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico show different fighting styles in first debate of Senate Democratic primary
During the hourlong debate, Talarico highlighted his history battling Republicans in the legislative arena, while Crockett framed herself as a 'street fighter' taking on the GOP outside Capitol Hill.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:23 PM
During the hourlong debate, Talarico highlighted his history battling Republicans in the legislative arena, while Crockett framed herself as a ‘street fighter’ taking on the GOP outside Capitol Hill.
Protesters inside the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley demonstrated Saturday against their treatment and ICE’s detention of a 5-year-old Minneapolis boy.
Immigrant families detained in San Antonio-area lockup protest ICE detention of 5-year-old boy
Protesters inside the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley demonstrated Saturday against their treatment and ICE's detention of a 5-year-old Minneapolis boy.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Protesters inside the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley demonstrated Saturday against their treatment and ICE’s detention of a 5-year-old Minneapolis boy.
The Dominion home was recently listed for $5 million.
This San Antonio mansion for sale comes with a massive pool, a putting green and an elevator
A Italian-style villa recently listed for $5 million in the posh Dominion enclave is equipped with just about any perk a high-end homeowner might want.
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January 25, 2026 at 3:47 PM
The Dominion home was recently listed for $5 million.
This year's installment consists of more than 250 events designed to exchange ideas, inspire discussion and ignite change.
San Antonio's DreamWeek 2026 keeps spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. alive
This year's calendar includes more than 250 events designed to exchange ideas, inspire discussion and ignite change.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:53 PM
This year's installment consists of more than 250 events designed to exchange ideas, inspire discussion and ignite change.
Last week, the prosecutor James Rodden returned to Dallas immigration court a year after the Observer’s original investigation into his social media. Congressman Marc Veasey’s amendment did not receive a committee vote Wednesday.
Congressman tries to cut pay of ICE prosecutor with racist X account to $1
Last week, the prosecutor James Rodden returned to Dallas immigration court a year after the Observer's original investigation into his social media. Congressman Marc Veasey’s amendment did not receiv...
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January 24, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Last week, the prosecutor James Rodden returned to Dallas immigration court a year after the Observer’s original investigation into his social media. Congressman Marc Veasey’s amendment did not receive a committee vote Wednesday.
The San Antonio Zoo, the Alamo and Pearl Weekend Markets are among the places closing due to the harsh conditions.
These San Antonio events and attractions are shutting down due to winter storm
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is among the attractions closed for the weekend. Events and attractions around the San Antonio area are closing this weekend as an
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January 24, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The San Antonio Zoo, the Alamo and Pearl Weekend Markets are among the places closing due to the harsh conditions.
From cult-favorite fried chicken to fancy international cuisines, a lot of new dining spots are in the works.
Most anticipated San Antonio bars and restaurants opening in early 2026
Here's a list of new Alamo City dining and drinking spots expected to make their debut during the first half of this year.
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January 24, 2026 at 3:24 PM
From cult-favorite fried chicken to fancy international cuisines, a lot of new dining spots are in the works.
The Texas actor is seeking to protect against AI misuse of his digital identity and famous catchphrase.
Matthew McConaughey trademarks 'Alright, alright, alright'
Matthew McConaughey and Scott Rice host conversation with film director and screenwriter Jeff Nichols on October 1, 2019 for Script to Screen. Texas-born
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January 23, 2026 at 11:47 PM
The Texas actor is seeking to protect against AI misuse of his digital identity and famous catchphrase.
Northside ISD officials said students will ‘remain subject to standard attendence policies.’
San Antonio students walk out in solidarity with Minneapolis as anger grows over ICE crackdown
Students from Marshall High School carry anti-ICE signs during a school walkout on Friday. Hundreds of students at Northwest San Antonio's Marshall High
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January 23, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Northside ISD officials said students will ‘remain subject to standard attendence policies.’
Sakai’s assault on the former mayor’s signature job-training program came during Friday’s Bexar County Judge candidate debate.
During debate, Bexar County Judge Sakai rips Nirenberg over Ready to Work record
Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, right, speaks during a candidate forum hosted by the Metro SA Chamber on Friday. Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai ripped his
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January 23, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Sakai’s assault on the former mayor’s signature job-training program came during Friday’s Bexar County Judge candidate debate.
The feds accuse Martin Cuellar, the sheriff of Webb County, of using county employees and resources as he launched a disinfecting business during the COVID pandemic.
U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar's brother indicted on federal fraud charges
The feds accuse Martin Cuellar, the sheriff of Webb County, of using county employees and resources as he launched a disinfecting business during the COVID pandemic.
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January 23, 2026 at 7:48 PM
The feds accuse Martin Cuellar, the sheriff of Webb County, of using county employees and resources as he launched a disinfecting business during the COVID pandemic.
The Laredo congressman joined Republicans and six other Democrats in voting to give billions more to the agency, even as public furor builds over its aggressive enforcement actions.
South Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar just voted to give ICE even more funding
U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, speaks during a 2022 appearance in Zapata County. U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, a South Texas Democrat whose district
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January 23, 2026 at 5:21 PM
The Laredo congressman joined Republicans and six other Democrats in voting to give billions more to the agency, even as public furor builds over its aggressive enforcement actions.
The groups that operate Texas’ 988 system face a convergence of challenges this year, from expiring federal money to heavier workloads since the Trump administration eliminated the special option for LGBTQ youth.
Removal of LGBTQ+ option from 988 hotline is straining overburdened Texas crisis centers
The groups that operate Texas’ 988 system face a convergence of challenges this year, from expiring federal money to heavier workloads since the Trump administration eliminated the special option for ...
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January 23, 2026 at 4:20 PM
The groups that operate Texas’ 988 system face a convergence of challenges this year, from expiring federal money to heavier workloads since the Trump administration eliminated the special option for LGBTQ youth.
SAPD is not conducting immigration enforcement operations, but is required to report someone not legally in the country to ICE if in custody on a different charge.
San Antonio Police chief clarifies department's cooperation with ICE during chaotic council meeting
Protesters against ICE's unconstitutional operations hold a banner during City Council's special meeting. City Council’s high-strung meeting on the San
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January 22, 2026 at 11:38 PM
SAPD is not conducting immigration enforcement operations, but is required to report someone not legally in the country to ICE if in custody on a different charge.
Five county shelters and six city shelters will open Saturday and remain in operation through noon Monday.
San Antonio and Bexar County open warming shelters ahead of weekend winter storm
Five county shelters and six city shelters will open Saturday and remain in operation through noon Monday.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Five county shelters and six city shelters will open Saturday and remain in operation through noon Monday.
Castro said he suspects the child and his father are being held in Dilley’s South Texas Family Residential Center after being arrested in Minneapolis.
U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro says 5-year-old arrested by ICE could be in San Antonio detention facility
Federal immigration agents walk 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos to a vehicle in front of his Minneapolis home on Tuesday. A 5-year-old boy arrested this week
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January 22, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Castro said he suspects the child and his father are being held in Dilley’s South Texas Family Residential Center after being arrested in Minneapolis.
Council has already called two emergency recesses as the capacity crowd inside the chamber erupted in shouting matches.
San Antonio City Council meeting to discuss ICE operations descends into chaos
Council has already called two emergency recesses as the capacity crowd inside the chamber erupted in shouting matches.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Council has already called two emergency recesses as the capacity crowd inside the chamber erupted in shouting matches.
Superintendent Dana Bashara told parents that author Chris Barton refused to comply with a Texas law banning LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. Emails tell a different story.
Email contradicts Alamo Heights superintendent's claim about why author visit was canceled
Superintendent Dana Bashara told parents that author Chris Barton refused to comply with a Texas law banning LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. Emails tell a different story.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Superintendent Dana Bashara told parents that author Chris Barton refused to comply with a Texas law banning LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. Emails tell a different story.
Immigration officials initially said the 55-year-old Cuban detainee died of ‘medical distress’ but later changed the cause to suicide. The medical examiner ruled he was suffocated while being restrained.
Immigrant’s death in ICE custody ruled homicide by El Paso medical examiner
Immigration officials initially said the 55-year-old Cuban detainee died of 'medical distress' but later changed the cause to suicide. The medical examiner ruled he was suffocated while being restrain...
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January 22, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Immigration officials initially said the 55-year-old Cuban detainee died of ‘medical distress’ but later changed the cause to suicide. The medical examiner ruled he was suffocated while being restrained.
Former employees of the San Antonio venue dispute a statement from management that most have been paid in full. They allege they’re still owed $6,000-plus in withheld wages.
Former Brick at Blue Star workers call for boycott, allege thousands in unpaid wages
A group of former workers at Brick at Blue Star are calling for a boycott of the venue and culture hub near the river in San Antonio's King William
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January 22, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Former employees of the San Antonio venue dispute a statement from management that most have been paid in full. They allege they’re still owed $6,000-plus in withheld wages.
Wednesday verdict ends the first criminal trial stemming from the Robb Elementary School shooting.
Jury finds Uvalde school police officer not guilty of child abandonment
Wednesday verdict ends the first criminal trial stemming from the Robb Elementary School shooting.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Wednesday verdict ends the first criminal trial stemming from the Robb Elementary School shooting.
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, said he saw agents round up people trying to seek legal status ‘the right way’ as they attended required immigration hearings.
Senator rips ICE for arresting asylum seekers as they show up to San Antonio court hearings
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, said he saw agents round up people trying to seek legal status 'the right way' as they attended required immigration hearings.
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January 21, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, said he saw agents round up people trying to seek legal status ‘the right way’ as they attended required immigration hearings.
Work on the $170,000 Pride tribute began over the weekend, despite no council vote or public input.
San Antonio moves ahead with rainbow sidewalk project
Work crews began painting the rainbow sidewalk over the weekend near the intersection of North Main Avenue and Evergreen Street. Work on the rainbow
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January 21, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Work on the $170,000 Pride tribute began over the weekend, despite no council vote or public input.
The Bible-thumping former politician claimed a 1787 document proves the U.S. a “Christian nation.” He got the facts completely wrong.
Clinging to relevance by lying about U.S. history with former Texas Rep. Nate Schatzline
The Bible-thumping former politician claimed a 1787 document proves the U.S. a "Christian nation." He got the facts completely wrong.
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January 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM
The Bible-thumping former politician claimed a 1787 document proves the U.S. a “Christian nation.” He got the facts completely wrong.
Social media users pounced on Cruz, who faced withering criticism for fleeing to Cancun during 2021’s Winter Storm Uri and vacationing in Greece during last summer’s Kerrville floods.
Ted Cruz reportedly spotted leaving for Southern California as winter storm heads toward Texas
Social media users pounced on Cruz, who faced withering criticism for fleeing to Cancun during 2021's Winter Storm Uri and vacationing in Greece during the summer's Kerrville floods.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Social media users pounced on Cruz, who faced withering criticism for fleeing to Cancun during 2021’s Winter Storm Uri and vacationing in Greece during last summer’s Kerrville floods.