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6 people are charged in a Texas elections investigation involving 'vote harvesting'
Read full article: 6 people are charged in a Texas elections investigation involving 'vote harvesting'Six people in a rural Texas county have been indicted in a widening elections investigation led by Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
New pedestrian and bike safety commission lands on SA city council agenda
Read full article: New pedestrian and bike safety commission lands on SA city council agendaA proposed pedestrian and bike safety committee in San Antonio, a recommendation of several city transportation plans, is set to go before City Council this week for approval.
All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025
Read full article: All election results for San Antonio area for May 3, 2025In addition to San Antonio deciding its next mayor and all 10 city council positions, residents in other South Central Texas cities and counties will also make their voices heard in several important races.
Results for San Antonio Mayor, City Council election races on May 3, 2025
Read full article: Results for San Antonio Mayor, City Council election races on May 3, 2025As Ron Nirenberg’s term as San Antonio mayor comes to a close, 27 candidates are vying to succeed him in what has become a competitive race.
DISTRICT 1 RESULTS: Incumbent Sukh Kaur, candidate Patty Gibbons advance to runoff for San Antonio City Council
Read full article: DISTRICT 1 RESULTS: Incumbent Sukh Kaur, candidate Patty Gibbons advance to runoff for San Antonio City CouncilSan Antonio City Council District 1 incumbent Sukh Kaur and challenger Patty Gibbons will advance to a runoff, after no candidate secured 50% of the vote in the May 3 election.
DISTRICT 2 RESULTS: Jalen McKee-Rodriguez comfortably retains council seat for third term
Read full article: DISTRICT 2 RESULTS: Jalen McKee-Rodriguez comfortably retains council seat for third termIncumbent Jalen McKee-Rodriguez comfortably retained his seat as District 2 councilman for a third term during the May 3 election.
DISTRICT 5 RESULTS: Teri Castillo easily wins re-election to City Council
Read full article: DISTRICT 5 RESULTS: Teri Castillo easily wins re-election to City CouncilDistrict 5 City Councilwoman Teri Castillo is seeking her third term in office to represent the West Side district and has drawn two challengers.
DISTRICT 6 RESULTS: Kelly Ann Gonzalez, Ric Galvan will head to June 7 runoff
Read full article: DISTRICT 6 RESULTS: Kelly Ann Gonzalez, Ric Galvan will head to June 7 runoffIn a tight race for San Antonio City Council District 6, Kelly Ann Gonzalez and Ric Galvan will head to the June 7 runoff election.
RESULTS: District 7, San Antonio City Council election on May 3, 2025
Read full article: RESULTS: District 7, San Antonio City Council election on May 3, 2025Marina Alderete Gavito, a first-time city council member and District 7 incumbent is seeking re-election next month amid one of few sparse district races.
DISTRICT 9 RESULTS: Misty Spears, Angi Taylor Aramburu advance to the runoff after a closely contested race
Read full article: DISTRICT 9 RESULTS: Misty Spears, Angi Taylor Aramburu advance to the runoff after a closely contested raceIn a closely contested race for San Antonio City Council District 9, Misty Spears and Angi Taylor Aramburu will advance to the runoff election on June 7.
Council Consideration Request could address speeding, ‘slow-zones’ in San Antonio
Read full article: Council Consideration Request could address speeding, ‘slow-zones’ in San AntonioA council consideration request (CCR) filed by District 5’s Teri Castillo to adopt a more holistic approach to traffic measures in San Antonio is inching closer to a full council vote.
Early voting starts Tuesday: What to know before heading to the polls
Read full article: Early voting starts Tuesday: What to know before heading to the pollsThe eight-day early voting period runs from Tuesday, April 22 through Tuesday, April 29. Various mayoral, city council, school board, bond, tax and ballot propositions are on the ballot.
What to know about voting early in the May 3, 2025, election in Bexar County
Read full article: What to know about voting early in the May 3, 2025, election in Bexar CountyBexar County voters will head to the polls with nearly 50 locations available for early voting ahead of the general election on May 3, 2025, where key decisions on local leadership, including the San Antonio mayoral race, await.
SA city manager used taxpayer dollars to buy himself Final Four tickets; then used own money after KSAT asked questions
Read full article: SA city manager used taxpayer dollars to buy himself Final Four tickets; then used own money after KSAT asked questionsSan Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh used taxpayer dollars to buy himself two tickets to the 2025 Final Four, records show. Hours after KSAT Investigates started asking questions about the purchase, emails show he turned them over to the mayor.
Marina Alderete Gavito seeks re-election, drawing 2 contenders in District 7 City Council race
Read full article: Marina Alderete Gavito seeks re-election, drawing 2 contenders in District 7 City Council raceMarina Alderete Gavito, a first-time city council member and District 7 incumbent is seeking re-election next month amid one of few sparse district races.
City of San Antonio launches medical debt relief program for residents
Read full article: City of San Antonio launches medical debt relief program for residentsDistrict 9 Councilmember John Courage announced a medical debt relief program on Wednesday to assist thousands of San Antonians, according to a press release.
Incumbent Teri Castillo to battle two candidates in San Antonio City Council District 5 race
Read full article: Incumbent Teri Castillo to battle two candidates in San Antonio City Council District 5 raceDistrict 5 City Councilwoman Teri Castillo is seeking her third term in office to represent the West Side district and has drawn two challengers.
San Antonio City Council District 3 race heats up as 3 candidates challenge incumbent Phyllis J. Viagran
Read full article: San Antonio City Council District 3 race heats up as 3 candidates challenge incumbent Phyllis J. ViagranSeveral candidates are looking to dethrone incumbent Phyllis J. Viagran in the San Antonio City Council District 3 race.
San Antonio sees decline in violent and property crimes during first quarter of 2025
Read full article: San Antonio sees decline in violent and property crimes during first quarter of 2025San Antonio Police Chief William McManus delivered a presentation to the city’s Public Safety Committee on Tuesday morning on crime data for the first three months of 2025.
Jalen McKee-Rodriguez faces 7 challengers in San Antonio City Council District 2 race
Read full article: Jalen McKee-Rodriguez faces 7 challengers in San Antonio City Council District 2 raceThanks to a citywide vote that passed during the 2024 general election, the San Antonio City Council District 2 race could usher in a new era or mark the beginning of the end of another later this spring.
From infrastructure to inclusion: District 1 candidates offer competing visions for San Antonio
Read full article: From infrastructure to inclusion: District 1 candidates offer competing visions for San AntonioIncumbent Sukh Kaur is seeking a second term as San Antonio District 1 councilwoman, and faces nearly a dozen challengers in the May 2025 election.
City Council District 5 to host Alazán Creek cleanup event
Read full article: City Council District 5 to host Alazán Creek cleanup eventThe cleanups are part of a monthly venture from the San Antonio River Foundation and partners focusing on different waterways throughout the city’s 10 council districts.
Part of San Antonio Councilwoman Sukh Kaur ethics complaint sent to Ethics Review Board
Read full article: Part of San Antonio Councilwoman Sukh Kaur ethics complaint sent to Ethics Review BoardMore than a week after one of the challengers for her seat hit Councilwoman Sukh Kaur with an ethics complaint, an outside attorney has forwarded part of the complaint to the Ethics Review Board to consider.
City approves next step in proposed downtown ballpark for San Antonio Missions
Read full article: City approves next step in proposed downtown ballpark for San Antonio MissionsThe San Antonio City Council approved the creation of a new development district on Thursday that would own and operate a new downtown baseball stadium for the Missions.
City manager approved $20K Final Four tickets for SA council members, sparking community response
Read full article: City manager approved $20K Final Four tickets for SA council members, sparking community responseKSAT Investigates learned who authorized using taxpayer money to buy $20,000 worth of Final Four tickets for council members and a guest — San Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh.
City of San Antonio spent $20K on Final Four VIP tickets for council members and guests, records show
Read full article: City of San Antonio spent $20K on Final Four VIP tickets for council members and guests, records showThousands of fans filled the Alamodome over the weekend to catch NCAA Men’s Final Four action, including some of San Antonio’s city councilmembers.
Texas AG sues San Antonio over Reproductive Justice Fund, assistance for women seeking abortions
Read full article: Texas AG sues San Antonio over Reproductive Justice Fund, assistance for women seeking abortionsTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the City of San Antonio one day after the City Council narrowly approved $100,000 for a controversial fund that could help cover travel costs for women seeking legal abortions out of state.
Challenger for District 1 seat files complaint against San Antonio city councilwoman Sukh Kaur
Read full article: Challenger for District 1 seat files complaint against San Antonio city councilwoman Sukh KaurJulisa Medrano-Guerra, a candidate in May’s District 1 city council race in San Antonio, formally lodged an ethics complaint against incumbent Sukh Kaur on Tuesday.
Massachusetts mayor shut down newspaper over fake stories. Now he faces corruption allegations
Read full article: Massachusetts mayor shut down newspaper over fake stories. Now he faces corruption allegationsA few months ago, a mayor in Massachusetts was relishing a rare victory over a newspaper for its years of personal attacks.
Two San Antonio golf courses gain approval to begin selling alcoholic beverages
Read full article: Two San Antonio golf courses gain approval to begin selling alcoholic beveragesSan Antonio City Council members approved an ordinance Thursday that will allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at two golf courses in town.
‘Not equitable’: San Antonio’s recycling task force hits pause as community demands balance
Read full article: ‘Not equitable’: San Antonio’s recycling task force hits pause as community demands balanceThe City of San Antonio’s task force was created to update two city codes for metal recyclers. After less than a year, the team’s efforts are being paused.
Community concerns push San Antonio to pause metal recycling task force
Read full article: Community concerns push San Antonio to pause metal recycling task forceThe City of San Antonio has paused a metal recycling task force created last year, according to District 5 Communications Director Amador Salazar.
District 5, Public Works officials to host Probandt Street roadway improvements meeting Tuesday
Read full article: District 5, Public Works officials to host Probandt Street roadway improvements meeting TuesdayListed as a project part of the 2022-2027 bond program, work is expected to include a range of roadway improvements along Probandt Street, which includes several residential access points.
Crowded and costly San Antonio mayor’s race to begin as filing period opens Wednesday
Read full article: Crowded and costly San Antonio mayor’s race to begin as filing period opens WednesdayThe stakes are higher for the May 3 election, with four-year terms instead of two, and larger salaries approved by voters. It will also be the first mayor's race without an incumbent since 2009.
San Antonio to host mayor, city council candidate application day on Wednesday
Read full article: San Antonio to host mayor, city council candidate application day on WednesdayThe San Antonio Office of the City Clerk will host a candidate application day on Wednesday for residents interested in running for mayor or city council.
San Antonio city council votes to raise pay for city manager to $461K
Read full article: San Antonio city council votes to raise pay for city manager to $461KThe San Antonio city council is expected to vote Thursday on a proposal to increase City Manager Erik Walsh’s salary and make his term indefinite.
San Antonio City Council approves TxDOT funding agreement for downtown bike lane project
Read full article: San Antonio City Council approves TxDOT funding agreement for downtown bike lane projectThe Market Street Cycle Project will install a nearly one-mile, two-way cycle track from Flores Street to Interstate 37.
What will the expansion of San Antonio’s downtown convention center look like?
Read full article: What will the expansion of San Antonio’s downtown convention center look like?On the heels of an announcement to revitalize San Antonio’s city center, council members are figuring out the potential of some of those plans.
Bike lanes around Woodlawn Lake will be talking point at second public meeting
Read full article: Bike lanes around Woodlawn Lake will be talking point at second public meetingImproved bike lane infrastructure around Woodlawn Lake will again be discussed at a public meeting with San Antonio’s Transportation Department.
San Antonio City Council plans discussion of potential new Spurs arena, downtown entertainment district
Read full article: San Antonio City Council plans discussion of potential new Spurs arena, downtown entertainment districtA new San Antonio Spurs arena will become an official discussion topic during a city council meeting next week.
NYC bans unusual practice of forcing tenants to pay real estate brokers hired by landlords
Read full article: NYC bans unusual practice of forcing tenants to pay real estate brokers hired by landlordsTenants searching for an apartment in New York City have long been forced to pay thousands of dollars to real estate brokers.
Commissioner Grant Moody endorses candidate for City Council District 9 race
Read full article: Commissioner Grant Moody endorses candidate for City Council District 9 raceBexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner Grant Moody has issued his support — and assumed a spot in the campaign — for a candidate vying for the soon-to-be-open City Council District 9 seat.
San Antonio City Council approves merger of two existing climate advisory committees
Read full article: San Antonio City Council approves merger of two existing climate advisory committeesSan Antonio City Council approved a proposed merging ordinance for the city’s two existing climate advisory committees, setting in motion a singular team to oversee sustainability efforts.
Horse carriage briefing takeaways: 3 options to phase out controversial business in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: Horse carriage briefing takeaways: 3 options to phase out controversial business in downtown San AntonioCity Council is grappling with how quickly to phase out horse-drawn carriages in downtown San Antonio.
City Council approves ordinance for major East-West Corridor project on South Side
Read full article: City Council approves ordinance for major East-West Corridor project on South SideSan Antonio City Council approved an ordinance and funding reallocation to begin the process of creating a significant thoroughfare project aimed at connecting portions of the city’s major manufacturers across the South Side.
City Council confirms Valerie Frausto as first woman chief of San Antonio Fire Department
Read full article: City Council confirms Valerie Frausto as first woman chief of San Antonio Fire DepartmentCity Council confirmed the appointment of Valerie Frausto as the chief of the San Antonio Fire Department during a meeting on Thursday.
Push for equal San Antonio City Council representation born in Thompson, nearby neighborhoods
Read full article: Push for equal San Antonio City Council representation born in Thompson, nearby neighborhoodsBig decisions are made on behalf of San Antonians inside City Hall. However, in the early 1970s, Rosie Castro said the people in charge didn’t reflect the entire city.
City Council passes update to Complete Streets policy amid new city budget
Read full article: City Council passes update to Complete Streets policy amid new city budgetSan Antonio City Council formally passed an update on the city’s Complete Streets policy on Thursday, setting in motion a framework for street design that accounts for all users.
Funding plans revealed for San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadium
Read full article: Funding plans revealed for San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadiumThe details on how a potential San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadium would be financed were revealed Wednesday during a city council meeting.
City council members look to curb SAWS’ shut-off practices at properties with delinquent accounts
Read full article: City council members look to curb SAWS’ shut-off practices at properties with delinquent accountsOver the last two months, SAWS has either shut off or threatened to shut off water services at some local apartment complexes.
A raise for San Antonio council members and longer terms look likely for November ballot, but details are still in flux
Read full article: A raise for San Antonio council members and longer terms look likely for November ballot, but details are still in fluxThe San Antonio City Council appears ready to ask voters to raise their pay and extend their terms, though the finer points haven’t been hammered out yet.
City to start filling task force to review codes related to metal recyclers
Read full article: City to start filling task force to review codes related to metal recyclersNeighbors have reported big fires and black smoke from salvage yards in their communities. They've called for change, and the city has said it's taking action.
DA formally charges District 10 Councilman Marc Whyte with DWI, records show
Read full article: DA formally charges District 10 Councilman Marc Whyte with DWI, records showThe Bexar County District Attorney’s Office has formally charged District 10 City Councilman Marc Whyte with DWI more than six months after his initial arrest on suspicion, according to online court records.
‘My position is the only one in city hall who’s running things’: Former Marion secretary talks to KSAT after resigning
Read full article: ‘My position is the only one in city hall who’s running things’: Former Marion secretary talks to KSAT after resigningSuzanne Gonzales, one of two now-former Marion city officials, spoke to KSAT three days after she made her resignation official.
‘Constant toxic environment’: City of Marion’s mayor, secretary resign in same week
Read full article: ‘Constant toxic environment’: City of Marion’s mayor, secretary resign in same weekDuring the first week of July, two City of Marion officials tendered their resignations. The former mayor, Daniel H. Loyola, resigned on Monday. The city’s former secretary, Suzanne Gonzales, resigned on Tuesday.
City approves committee to change codes for recycling yards in San Antonio
Read full article: City approves committee to change codes for recycling yards in San AntonioThe task force will review and update Chapter 11 on Fire Prevention and Chapter 16 on Licenses and Business Regulations to address used automotive recyclers and metal recycling entities.
San Antonio Councilwoman says she didn’t break any rules asking city to spend $300K on staffer’s nonprofit
Read full article: San Antonio Councilwoman says she didn’t break any rules asking city to spend $300K on staffer’s nonprofitCouncilwoman Melissa Cabello Havrda’s requested the city give a $300,000 planning grant to the Latino Texas Policy Center. The nonprofit’s executive director is Natalie Sanchez-Lopez, who is also the policy director for Cabello Havrda’s district office.
Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptance
Read full article: Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptanceThe city of Norfolk, Virginia, has repealed a 45-year-old ban on palm reading and clairvoyance for money.
SAPD addresses audit findings on delayed processing of rape kits
Read full article: SAPD addresses audit findings on delayed processing of rape kitsOn Monday, the city council heard about an audit report finding that between October 2021 and September 2023, almost 10 percent, or 117 of SAPD's kits, went past that 30 days. Changes have already been made.
San Antonio Transportation and Infrastructure Committee sees final draft of updated Complete Streets policy
Read full article: San Antonio Transportation and Infrastructure Committee sees final draft of updated Complete Streets policySan Antonio’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee received a briefing on final updates to the city’s Complete Streets policy earlier this week.
District 7 Councilwoman pushing for new policies to handle dangerous dogs in San Antonio
Read full article: District 7 Councilwoman pushing for new policies to handle dangerous dogs in San AntonioMarina Alderete Gavito held a press conference on her push for new policies for dangerous, aggressive and loose dogs.
Residents have final chance to provide feedback to San Antonio Charter Review Commission on Thursday
Read full article: Residents have final chance to provide feedback to San Antonio Charter Review Commission on ThursdayResidents have one more chance to provide feedback to the the City of San Antonio Charter Review Commission as it prepares its final recommendation to City Council.
Animal Care Services says department is halfway to meeting 2024 critical call response time goals
Read full article: Animal Care Services says department is halfway to meeting 2024 critical call response time goalsAfter the City of San Antonio approved a record budget increase for Animal Care Services, the department shared data showing its progress toward meeting its goals.
Black immigrant rally in NYC raises awareness about racial, religious and language inequities
Read full article: Black immigrant rally in NYC raises awareness about racial, religious and language inequitiesBlack immigrants have turned out in the hundreds across from a City Hall, drawing attention to racial inequities in the city’s shelter and immigrant support systems.
Can homeless people be fined for sleeping outside? A rural Oregon city asks the US Supreme Court
Read full article: Can homeless people be fined for sleeping outside? A rural Oregon city asks the US Supreme CourtThe rural city of Grants Pass in southern Oregon has become the unlikely face of the nation’s homelessness crisis as its case over anti-camping laws goes to the U.S. Supreme Court.