Officials on Friday celebrated the completion of the Alamo Promenade, a revitalized walkway stretching from East Commerce Street to the Alamo chapel, as part of the ongoing $550 million Alamo Plan.
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers seized more than 400 ounces of methamphetamine during a traffic stop in Bexar County after a driver allegedly admitted to having drugs in the vehicle. The driver was taken into custody and the suspected meth was collected as evidence. DPS reported that the case remains under investigation and will be referred to prosecutors for potential drug-related charges under Texas law.
The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office in San Antonio, Texas, has hired 23 new prosecutors to address a felony case backlog of 3,735 cases as of this week. The new attorneys will staff multiple felony courts, review pending cases involving jailed and bonded defendants, coordinate with law enforcement for evidence, and prioritize violent crime prosecutions. The office will monitor how the added staff affects case resolution rates and court dockets in Bexar County.
Ron Nirenberg, who served eight years as mayor of San Antonio, is ramping up his campaign for Bexar County judge and emphasizing his City Hall experience as preparation for the county role. He cites his work on budgets, public safety, transportation, and regional coordination as central to his case to voters.
Federal authorities arrested about 140 people in a recent operation in San Antonio that targeted suspected criminal activity and immigration violations, according to attorneys working on related cases. An immigration attorney said the large-scale action resembles an earlier enforcement sweep at an Austin birthday party where his former client, who he said had no criminal ties, was detained along with other guests. Officials have not yet released a full public accounting of those arrested in San Antonio, and legal advocates are working to locate detainees and review their individual cases.
A 17-month-old boy in San Antonio, Texas, has been diagnosed with Farber disease, an ultra-rare and terminal genetic disorder. His family is raising funds to cover medical care, therapies, and related expenses as they navigate complex treatment needs. The case highlights the medical, financial, and emotional challenges faced by families dealing with rare genetic conditions and the critical role of community and public support in managing long-term care.
A Thanksgiving turkey giveaway in Houston will honor the legacy of community figure “Mama Boone” as her son and volunteers distribute 600 turkeys to local residents on Saturday, November 22, at 9 a.m., with first-come, first-served pickup, safety measures, and neighborhood support forming part of an ongoing holiday tradition in her name.
The San Antonio Zoo announced the opening date for Congo Falls, a new gorilla habitat described as a major milestone in the zoo’s 111-year history. The exhibit will house a troop of gorillas in a purpose-built environment with indoor and outdoor spaces, guest viewing areas, and educational displays on gorilla conservation. Zoo officials said Congo Falls will support animal welfare, expand primate exhibits, and anchor new programs in education and field conservation partnerships.
Bexar County ramps up constable staffing to enforce Texas’s Senate Bill 1333, enabling more efficient squatter removal. The new law aims to protect property owners and address rising squatting issues across the state.
A San Antonio family offers a $100,000 reward to solve the 2018 murder of their son, Alan Thompson. The 25-year-old was shot while driving a friend home.