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Jury in Andre McDonald trial shown ax, hatchet, other items collected during murder investigation

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Man sentenced to prison in October 2021 killing of driver who stopped to help him

A man who fatally shot another man during a robbery in October 2021 has been sentenced to prison.

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How Texans helped plot, foment and carry out the Jan. 6 insurrection

From those who planted the seeds of Trump’s strategy to try to challenge the election, to others who sowed doubt and anger by spreading baseless election-fraud conspiracy theories, Texans played major roles in the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol two years ago.

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New Texas foster care report shows both improvements and continued deficiencies

In a fifth report tracking the state’s efforts to remedy its embattled foster care system, federal monitors documented persistent risks to Texas children ahead of next week’s court hearing.

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Clayton Perry makes first, brief court appearance in DWI, hit-and-run case

District 10 Councilman Clayton Perry had a virtual pretrial conference scheduled Tuesday morning in Bexar County Court at law 12 for both charges stemming from the Nov. 6 crash: DWI and failure to stop and give information.

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Alleged confession from Andre McDonald to in-laws highlights Day 1 of his murder trial

The first witness to testify in the murder trial of an Air Force major wasn’t even scheduled to make an appearance on the witness stand. But that all changed after an alleged phone call the murder defendant made to his sister-in-law Friday.

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Andre McDonald confessed to killing his wife in front of daughter, sister-in-law says on witness stand

Three days before his murder trial was to begin, an Air Force major confessed to killing his wife, his sister-in-law testified in court Monday.

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In Texas’ first post-Roe legislative session, there’s a new political power dynamic on abortion

While Democrats and the far-right edge of the Republican Party remain focused on abortion, leaders in both chambers have not yet spent much time discussing the issue this session.

Historic Alazan Apache Courts redesign set for February 2023

The oldest and largest public housing project in San Antonio will soon be redesigned, with the Aalzan-Apache Courts master plan set to be finalized in February 2023.

Judge issues rulings on pretrial motions in Andre McDonald murder trial; testimony to start on Monday

A judge will continue to hear arguments Friday regarding the defense team’s motion to dismiss evidence in the murder trial of an Air Force major accused of killing his wife.

BCSO search warrants scrutinized in second day of pretrial hearing in Andre McDonald case

More arguments were heard on the second day of a pretrial hearing in the case of Air Force Major Andre McDonald.

WATCH LIVE: Day 2 of pretrial motions in Andre McDonald murder trial

A judge will continue to hear arguments Thursday regarding the defense team’s motion to dismiss evidence in the murder trial of an Air Force major accused of killing his wife.

New details revealed during pretrial hearing in case of Air Force major accused of killing his wife

WATCH LIVE: Pretrial motions in Andre McDonald murder trial

A judge will hear arguments Wednesday regarding the defense team’s motion to dismiss evidence in the murder trial of an Air Force major accused of killing his wife.

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Feds won’t seek death penalty against alleged El Paso Walmart gunman

The federal government has largely avoided pursuing the death penalty under President Biden.

Texas Supreme Court clears way for state’s education agency to take over Houston ISD

The decision from the state’s highest court would allow the TEA to move forward with its plan to replace Houston ISD’s school board members over low academic scores.

Open Court: The trial of Andre McDonald, Air Force Major accused of murdering his wife

Watch an in-depth look at the high-profile case that is headed to trial

In lawsuit, student claims six Texas medical schools are illegally considering race and sex in admissions

The plaintiff is represented by a group created by former Trump adviser Stephen Miller and former Texas Solicitor General Jonathan Mitchell, the architect of the state’s six-week abortion ban.

Texas Supreme Court will decide whether ERCOT should be immune from lawsuits sparked by deadly winter storm

Many people and insurers sued the Electric Reliability Council of Texas after the 2021 freeze. The nonprofit says it shouldn’t be liable. The state Supreme Court has a chance to weigh in.

Bexar County chief public defender to resign

Bexar County Chief Public Defender Michael Young intends to resign Feb. 1, officials confirmed to KSAT Tuesday.

Disgraced San Antonio lawyer’s belongings to be auctioned after bankruptcy and fraud, money laundering indictment

The belongings of a former San Antonio lawyer that allegedly used client money to pay for his debt and “extravagant lifestyle” will soon be available for auction on January 19.

What you need to know if you get jury summons in 2023

The first week of jury panels is ramping back up in 2023 at the courthouse and the justice center, but the flu and COVID-19 are still causing concerns about whether jurors will appear.

Cryptocurrency firm FTX, billionaire CEO focus of Texas securities investigation

The state is looking at whether FTX is selling unregistered securities to Texans. The firm’s CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried, is a major donor to Beto O’Rourke’s campaign.

Texas Supreme Court weighs whether to allow state’s education agency to oust Houston school board

Among other issues, the court will consider whether a law that updated the education code last year has any bearing on TEA Commissioner Mike Morath’s attempt to replace HISD’s board members over low academic scores.

Voter fraud charges dismissed against Hervis Rogers, Houston man who waited hours to vote in 2020

Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued charges against Rogers, who was on parole when he voted in the 2020 primary election. But a judge tossed the case after a higher court said Paxton can’t unilaterally prosecute election crimes.

Former Houston lawmaker Ron Wilson pleads guilty to federal tax evasion

Ron Wilson, a Democrat who served as state representative between 1977 and 2004, pleads guilty to one count of tax evasion after trying to hide some of his income and failing to pay taxes over two decades.

Paxton, Cornyn and Cruz prod U.S. Supreme Court to end affirmative action in college admissions

The high court heard oral arguments Monday in two cases brought by a group led by the same man who previously lost an affirmative action case against the University of Texas at Austin.

Tom Brady, Steph Curry and other celebrities face Texas investigation for endorsements of bankrupt crypto firm

This probe is part of the state’s wider investigation into FTX’s multibillion-dollar bankruptcy.

U.S. Supreme Court allows rapid removal of migrants to continue as legal challenge plays out

Title 42, an emergency health order invoked at the start of the pandemic, allows immigration agents to quickly remove migrants from the country. It was scheduled to be lifted on Wednesday.

Appeals court to decide if First Amendment should have protected Laredo’s “big crazy lady” from arrest

Priscilla Villarreal was arrested over her Facebook postings. In a rare proceeding, the entire 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will weigh whether she can sue, a case that could have major ramifications for citizen journalists like her -- and professional ones.

Lubbock-Cooper ISD passed a resolution denouncing racist bullying in schools. Parents say it’s a publicity stunt.

Students reported enduring racial slurs, the sounds of whips cracking and monkey noises as they walked down school hallways.

Michelle Barrientes Vela sentenced to 5 years probation, 90 days in jail, 600 hours community service

Judge to sentence former constable Michelle Barrientes Vela on Wednesday

Looking for a job? Find out how to become a Bexar County court reporter

There are currently more than 40 court reporters in Bexar County, but more are needed as the number of court cases increases. The average pay in Texas is around $50,000 a year, and it can be a flexible job.

Defense begins calling witnesses in effort to keep Barrientes Vela from being sentenced to prison

Texas family planning clinics require parental consent for birth control following court ruling

The Title X program has long provided free, confidential contraception to anyone, regardless of age, income or immigration status. A North Texas federal judge ruled in December that the program violates Texas law and parents’ rights.

Barrientes Vela sentencing scheduled to resume Tuesday, conclude this week

Ex-Precinct 2 constable faces between two years of probation and 10 years in prison

‘I hope to accomplish justice’: Meet one of the new Bexar County criminal district court judges

Judge Escalona credits her parents as an insipration for her new role. They stood proudly by as she was sworn in as the new 186th criminal district court judge.

12 high-profile trials to watch in 2023 in San Antonio

High-profile court cases we're watching in the new year

District Attorney Joe Gonzales reflects on first term, goals for second term

Texas Supreme Court says it can’t force the state to process deluge of applications for tax break expiring this year

The program, known as Chapter 313, provides companies with billions of dollars in property tax breaks. The court said it is up to the Legislature to make the call on what to do as the program is set to expire and the state is swamped with applications.

U.S. Supreme Court rules to keep Title 42, the pandemic-era policy to quickly turn away migrants, for now

The court ordered the Biden administration to continue enforcing the policy while Texas and other states that want to keep the Trump-era rule in place prepare their legal arguments.

Federal court ruling may prevent Texas teens from getting birth control without parental permission

U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, a former religious liberty lawyer, found that a federal program that gives teens access to birth control denies a parent “a fundamental right to control and direct the upbringing of his minor children.”

Texas drops fight to prevent 18- to 20-year-olds from carrying handguns in public

A federal judge ruled earlier this year that a state law banning young adults from publicly carrying handguns is unconstitutional. The state no longer plans to appeal that ruling.

Ex-Fort Worth cop sentenced to nearly 12 years for manslaughter of Atatiana Jefferson

A jury found Aaron Dean guilty of manslaughter last week for the fatal shooting of Jefferson, a 28-year-old Black woman, while she was babysitting her nephew in a family home.

Top court moments and trials in 2022 in Bexar County

Here’s a look at some of the top moments that took place in Bexar County courtrooms in 2022.

Federal health order allowing rapid removal of migrants must end Wednesday, court rules

The Biden administration attempted to end Title 42 earlier this year before a federal judge blocked the move. A different federal court has now ordered that the federal health order be lifted.

Former Fort Worth police officer found guilty of manslaughter of Atatiana Jefferson

A jury on Thursday found Aaron Dean guilty of manslaughter for shooting Jefferson while she babysat her nephew in her mother’s home in 2019.

Texas officer convicted of manslaughter in shooting of Atatiana Jefferson

A former Texas police officer has been convicted of manslaughter for fatally shooting a Black woman through a rear window of her home in 2019.

Jury finds man who killed BCSO K-9 Chucky guilty on all charges

After six days of trial, a jury on Thursday found the man accused of killing a Bexar County Sheriff’s Office K-9 guilty.

Bexar County judges worried about lack of prosecutors in District Attorney’s Office

High-profile trials scheduled for 2023 are faced with uncertainty as the district attorney’s office has recently lost many attorneys.

Companies say they’re being denied Texas tax breaks as a state agency is overwhelmed with applications

Hundreds of businesses have sought tax savings from the state before the Chapter 313 program expires. Two companies say they are missing out despite being eligible.

Somber testimony heard from K-9 Chucky’s handler in fifth day of trial

BCSO deputies recall moments K-9 Chucky was killed during trial

San Antonio woman on trial for murder-for-hire plot of son, daughter-in-law found guilty

Castroville man sentenced to prison for two-day crime spree that included shooting and robbery, feds say

Trial starts for man accused of stabbing, killing friend in 2020

The trial for a San Antonio man accused of stabbing his friend in early 2020 on the South Side started on Friday.

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