Grant Hardin, former police chief and convicted murder and rape criminal, was recaptured after escaping from an Arkansas prison. The escape initiated a two-week manhunt, culminating in his arrest 1.5 miles from the facility, thanks to coordinated law enforcement efforts.
Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales announces he will not seek reelection in 2026. His decision opens the race for the position, marking a shift in the political landscape. Candidates will face the challenge of addressing Gonzales’s progressive justice policies and the issues of case backlog. The election promises to reshape the direction of criminal justice in Bexar County.
Actor Jonathan Joss’s accused murderer, Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez, is under house arrest after posting bond. Joss, known for “King of the Hill,” was fatally shot in San Antonio. Police continue to investigate as the community mourns his death.
Hector Javier Vargas, a 17-year-old aspiring barber, was fatally shot at a graduation party in San Antonio. Family seeks answers and community support, urging witnesses to come forward. No arrests have been made in connection to the case.
The Pride Center San Antonio will host a vigil for Jonathan Joss, a victim of a fatal shooting, amid murder investigations. The event aims to honor the actor’s legacy and address violence against the LGBTQ+ community, though police have not linked the crime to his sexual orientation.
Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 150 to establish the Texas Cyber Command in San Antonio. The command will focus on strengthening Texas’ defenses against digital threats, with headquarters at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Expected to be fully operational by 2027, the command aims to enhance the state’s cybersecurity efforts.
“King of the Hill” voice actor Jonathan Joss, known for his role as John Redcorn, died from gunshot wounds at his Houston home. Police have taken a suspect into custody as they continue to investigate the incident.
Byron Davis, a 17-year-old Port Aransas student, died in a single-vehicle accident. The community mourned his loss with a vigil, while police investigate the crash’s cause.
Governor Greg Abbott will sign a bill in San Antonio to create the Texas Cyber Command headquartered at UTSA. House Bill 150 aims to address global cyber threats and protect Texas’ critical infrastructure.
A Bexar County EMS worker in Texas was arrested on charges of official oppression and indecent assault after allegations of inappropriate behavior towards a female coworker. The incident involved unwanted physical contact and inappropriate comments. An investigation revealed no prior inappropriate relationship between the accused and the victim.