Bexar County judge’s ‘no-contact’ order sparks claims of retaliation and erratic courtroom behavior
Read full article: Bexar County judge’s ‘no-contact’ order sparks claims of retaliation and erratic courtroom behaviorFormer staff members who worked in Bexar County’s Reflejo Court have come forward, accusing County Court at Law No. 13 Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez of displaying increasingly erratic and aggressive behavior toward defendants — and retaliating against those who raised concerns.
Bexar County judge denies woman’s appeal to lift ‘dangerous dog’ ruling on 5 puppies
Read full article: Bexar County judge denies woman’s appeal to lift ‘dangerous dog’ ruling on 5 puppiesA Bexar County judge denied a woman’s appeal to have a “dangerous dog” label lifted from her five puppies, following an incident with some of them late last year.
Bexar County faces backlog of voter registration applications ahead of March primary
Read full article: Bexar County faces backlog of voter registration applications ahead of March primaryBexar County is dealing with a backlog of voter registration applications ahead of the March primary, according to the Bexar County Elections Department.
Records: Man indicted on capital murder, tampering with evidence charges in Stacey Dramiga case
Read full article: Records: Man indicted on capital murder, tampering with evidence charges in Stacey Dramiga caseA Bexar County grand jury formally indicted a San Antonio man arrested and charged in connection with the 2024 murder of a woman found at an East Side park.
There are not enough mental health workers in Texas. What is the state doing about it?
Read full article: There are not enough mental health workers in Texas. What is the state doing about it?Families and experts tell KSAT, the biggest core issue when it comes to kids mental health is that there are not enough mental health workers. That's especially true in psychiatric hospitals.
Affidavit: 2 accused of murder in connection with shooting outside far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse
Read full article: Affidavit: 2 accused of murder in connection with shooting outside far west Bexar County Amazon warehouseTwo men have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting outside a far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse, according to arrest affidavits obtained by KSAT.
BCSO: 1 dead after shooting in parking lot of far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse
Read full article: BCSO: 1 dead after shooting in parking lot of far west Bexar County Amazon warehouseA person is dead, and another is injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Funding to end for licensed therapists in Bexar County public schools
Read full article: Funding to end for licensed therapists in Bexar County public schoolsContracts for four Bexar County public school districts to connect students with licensed mental health counselors are set to expire at the end of 2026.
BCSO: 1 arrested, 7 immigrants detained in connection with stolen vehicle chase in Bexar County
Read full article: BCSO: 1 arrested, 7 immigrants detained in connection with stolen vehicle chase in Bexar CountyOne man was arrested, and seven immigrants were detained on Wednesday in connection with a stolen vehicle chase in Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Archdiocese of San Antonio ‘surprised’ at Bexar County DA’s Office decision to dismiss priest’s sex assault case
Read full article: Archdiocese of San Antonio ‘surprised’ at Bexar County DA’s Office decision to dismiss priest’s sex assault caseThe Archdiocese of San Antonio expressed its dismay after an aggravated sexual assault case against one of its priests was dismissed by the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office.
Campus closures, leases and sales on agenda for Bexar County school districts
Read full article: Campus closures, leases and sales on agenda for Bexar County school districtsIt’s a new year, but public schools are facing the same fiscal difficulties, with lower student enrollment and budget shortfalls.
Community seeks solutions as rising costs push San Antonians into housing insecurity
Read full article: Community seeks solutions as rising costs push San Antonians into housing insecurityAfter a recent hotel closure, Jennifer Stoelb said upwards of 30 people are now experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
Residents concerned over Guajolote Ranch plans, say it could increase Scenic Loop traffic sixfold
Read full article: Residents concerned over Guajolote Ranch plans, say it could increase Scenic Loop traffic sixfoldNewly-released plans show commercial developments that could dramatically increase traffic in the Scenic Loop area.
Man arrested in connection with fight that left person unconscious at Freeman Coliseum concert
Read full article: Man arrested in connection with fight that left person unconscious at Freeman Coliseum concertA 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a brawl at a concert in the Freeman Coliseum, according to Bexar County court records.
Former Bexar County daycare employee arrested after injuring child, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Former Bexar County daycare employee arrested after injuring child, sheriff’s office saysA former employee at a daycare facility in north Bexar County was arrested and charged with injuring a child, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Bexar County DA’s Office dismisses sexual assault case against San Antonio priest
Read full article: Bexar County DA’s Office dismisses sexual assault case against San Antonio priestA San Antonio Catholic priest’s aggravated sexual assault charge was dismissed Wednesday by the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office.
Judge Peter Sakai announces ‘short recovery period’ after medical procedure for prostate anomaly
Read full article: Judge Peter Sakai announces ‘short recovery period’ after medical procedure for prostate anomalyJudge Peter Sakai announced he will be taking a brief recovery period after a medical procedure over the holidays. on his doctor’s advice.
Habitat for Humanity San Antonio celebrates 50 years, new housing development on East Side
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity San Antonio celebrates 50 years, new housing development on East SideHabitat for Humanity San Antonio is celebrating its 50th anniversary and a forthcoming housing development on the East Side.
Warrant issued for man suspected of beating another man unconscious during Freeman Coliseum concert
Read full article: Warrant issued for man suspected of beating another man unconscious during Freeman Coliseum concertBexar County deputies issued a warrant for Arthur Higa Jr., 25, after an assault during a Dec. 26 concert at the Freeman Coliseum.
Records: Bexar County military services director frequently absent from office, failed to address misconduct
Read full article: Records: Bexar County military services director frequently absent from office, failed to address misconductThe director of the Bexar County Military and Veteran Services Department was frequently absent from the office and failed to address misconduct allegations raised against his deputy director, records obtained Tuesday by KSAT Investigates show.
San Antonio-area students react to phone ban policy ahead of second semester in place
Read full article: San Antonio-area students react to phone ban policy ahead of second semester in placeTexas students begin their second semester with a phone ban in place this January. The conversation sparked a debate over whether students should be allowed to have access to their phone at all during the school day.
Bodycam footage, 911 call reveal suspect threatened to ‘kill’ police before deadly BCSO shootout
Read full article: Bodycam footage, 911 call reveal suspect threatened to ‘kill’ police before deadly BCSO shootoutThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office released body-worn camera footage Monday of the Dec. 21, 2025, shootout that killed Jose Arley Fernandez Solano and injured two Bexar County deputies.
Animal cruelty case came to light after fireworks sparked car fire, Bexar County investigators say
Read full article: Animal cruelty case came to light after fireworks sparked car fire, Bexar County investigators sayA mishap with fireworks ultimately called attention to what the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has labeled a case of animal cruelty.
Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for 2024 murder on East Side
Read full article: Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for 2024 murder on East SideA man charged with murder for a 2024 shooting on the East Side has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office said.
‘She brought a lot of unity’: Hundreds gather to remember, mourn 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos
Read full article: ‘She brought a lot of unity’: Hundreds gather to remember, mourn 19-year-old Camila Mendoza OlmosOrganizers say vigil was held to support the family and to encourage connecting with the younger generation
Bexar County inmate dies following medical complications, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Bexar County inmate dies following medical complications, sheriff’s office saysA 49-year-old inmate died Saturday afternoon after spending nearly a month in the hospital, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said in a release.
Lack of San Antonio mental health resources highlights challenges for families seeking care for their children
Read full article: Lack of San Antonio mental health resources highlights challenges for families seeking care for their childrenExperts are glad to see more people reaching out for mental health following the death of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, but it’s highlighting an issue in access to services.
Affidavit: Man arrested in stolen vehicle after fatal shooting outside North Side gas station
Read full article: Affidavit: Man arrested in stolen vehicle after fatal shooting outside North Side gas stationA man was arrested in a stolen vehicle after allegedly shooting and killing a man outside a North Side gas station, according to an arrest affidavit.
Bexar County sees 31% rise in firework-related incidents during New Year’s celebrations, officials say
Read full article: Bexar County sees 31% rise in firework-related incidents during New Year’s celebrations, officials sayThe unincorporated portions of Bexar County saw a 31% increase in firework-related incidents compared to previous New Year’s celebrations, according to a county news release.
Calls to San Antonio mental health hotline triple following Camila Mendoza Olmos’ death by suicide
Read full article: Calls to San Antonio mental health hotline triple following Camila Mendoza Olmos’ death by suicideCalls to a local NAMI mental health helpline have spiked over the last few days, following 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos’ death by suicide.
WATCH: San Antonio rings in 2026 with fireworks lighting up the horizon
Read full article: WATCH: San Antonio rings in 2026 with fireworks lighting up the horizonThe City of San Antonio ushered in 2026 with its annual downtown fireworks show. Behind it, fireworks reached the skyline of the city in all directions.
2025 Year in Review: Major court cases that shaped San Antonio’s legal landscape
Read full article: 2025 Year in Review: Major court cases that shaped San Antonio’s legal landscapeFrom murder trials to immigration disputes, San Antonio’s courtrooms witnessed several landmark cases in 2025, including the first murder charges against San Antonio Police Department officers and significant developments in human trafficking prosecution.
How families, friends can help loved ones struggling in a mental health crisis
Read full article: How families, friends can help loved ones struggling in a mental health crisisAfter the death of a local teenager, families across the community want to prepare for how they could help their own loved ones in a mental health crisis.
New Bexar County voter cards to be mailed; Unregistered voters have 1 month to register for primary election
Read full article: New Bexar County voter cards to be mailed; Unregistered voters have 1 month to register for primary electionNew Bexar County voter registration cards will be mailed out to residents ahead of the 2026 primary election.
Neighbors heartbroken after body of Camila Mendoza Olmos found in NW Bexar County
Read full article: Neighbors heartbroken after body of Camila Mendoza Olmos found in NW Bexar CountyNeighbors in a far northwest Bexar County neighborhood are heartbroken after learning that a body found Tuesday afternoon is Camila Mendoza Olmos.
Body identified as missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos; Death ruled a suicide, authorities say
Read full article: Body identified as missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos; Death ruled a suicide, authorities sayAuthorities have confirmed the body found on Tuesday is 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos. Her death was ruled a suicide.
Affidavit: Universal City man arrested, accused of months-long string of robberies
Read full article: Affidavit: Universal City man arrested, accused of months-long string of robberiesA Universal City man has been arrested in connection with a string of robberies in San Antonio, according to an arrest affidavit.
NW Bexar County business briefly closes after body found during search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos
Read full article: NW Bexar County business briefly closes after body found during search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza OlmosA northwest Bexar County landscaping company is temporarily closed after a body was discovered on its property during the search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos.
Body found during search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, Bexar County sheriff says
Read full article: Body found during search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, Bexar County sheriff saysA body was found during the search for missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said Tuesday.
Woman charged with murder in 2024 shooting of Sonic Drive-In manager appears in court
Read full article: Woman charged with murder in 2024 shooting of Sonic Drive-In manager appears in courtA 19-year-old woman arrested in connection with a fatal 2024 shooting at a Sonic Drive-In appeared in court Tuesday morning.
Neighbors feeling déjà vu as search for Camila Mendoza Olmos continues in NW Bexar County
Read full article: Neighbors feeling déjà vu as search for Camila Mendoza Olmos continues in NW Bexar CountyPeople who live in a northwest Bexar County neighborhood where Camila Mendoza Olmos disappeared the morning of Christmas Eve are feeling a sense of déjà vu.
‘We want her back’: Relatives of missing Bexar County 19-year-old anxious for her return
Read full article: ‘We want her back’: Relatives of missing Bexar County 19-year-old anxious for her returnRelatives of a 19-year-old missing woman from northwest Bexar County, who has been missing since Dec. 24, are struggling to hold onto hope for her safe return.
What we know about the disappearance, death of Camila Mendoza Olmos in northwest Bexar County
Read full article: What we know about the disappearance, death of Camila Mendoza Olmos in northwest Bexar CountyAuthorities have confirmed the body of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos was recovered near her home.
Family of missing 19-year-old continues search efforts nearly one week after her disappearance
Read full article: Family of missing 19-year-old continues search efforts nearly one week after her disappearanceThe family of a missing 19-year-old girl is continuing search efforts nearly a week after she was last seen in far northwest Bexar County.
Mental health among concerns in search for missing 19-year-old, Bexar County sheriff says
Read full article: Mental health among concerns in search for missing 19-year-old, Bexar County sheriff saysCamila Mendoza Olmos, 19, is still considered to be in “imminent danger,” Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said, as mental health is among authorities’ concerns amid the ongoing search.
‘We’re not going to stop’: Bexar County community unwavering in search for missing 19-year-old
Read full article: ‘We’re not going to stop’: Bexar County community unwavering in search for missing 19-year-oldCamila Mendoza Olmos, 19, has been missing since the morning of Christmas Eve. Since then, her loved ones, friends and strangers haven’t stopped looking.
‘It’s not like her’: Friends, relatives continue search for missing Bexar County 19-year-old
Read full article: ‘It’s not like her’: Friends, relatives continue search for missing Bexar County 19-year-oldCamila Olmos, 19, was last seen on the morning of Christmas Eve in northwest Bexar County. Olmos' family and friends said they have not given up hope.
Bexar County Medical Examiner identifies victim shot, killed in noise complaint confrontation
Read full article: Bexar County Medical Examiner identifies victim shot, killed in noise complaint confrontationThe Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office identified the man killed in a physical confrontation over a noise complaint on a North Side street.
TCEQ declines to reconsider wastewater permit for controversial Guajolote Ranch development
Read full article: TCEQ declines to reconsider wastewater permit for controversial Guajolote Ranch developmentAttorneys alerted the Scenic Loop-Helotes Creek Alliance this week that state regulators did not act on the nonprofit’s request for a new hearing regarding a controversial housing development.
CLEAR Alert issued for missing 19-year-old last seen in far northwest Bexar County
Read full article: CLEAR Alert issued for missing 19-year-old last seen in far northwest Bexar CountyCamila Olmos, 19, was last seen on the morning of Christmas Eve in northwest Bexar County. Olmos' family and friends said they have not given up hope.
Family friend of woman arrested, charged in domestic violence murder shares her perspective
Read full article: Family friend of woman arrested, charged in domestic violence murder shares her perspectiveA woman is facing a murder charge after Bexar County deputies say she shot and killed the person she was dating.
‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distress
Read full article: ‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distressImages of police officers with dogs, beating through brush, may be what comes to mind when there is an unsolved missing persons case.
Man involved in shootout that injured 2 Bexar County deputies had been deported in 2024, sheriff says
Read full article: Man involved in shootout that injured 2 Bexar County deputies had been deported in 2024, sheriff saysBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar provided new information on the criminal background of a man involved in a shootout that left two deputies injured.
Woman arrested, accused of fatally shooting man in west Bexar County, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman arrested, accused of fatally shooting man in west Bexar County, sheriff saysA woman has been arrested after allegedly shooting and killing a man in west Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
From Hill Country flooding to Bexar County wildfires, here are the Top 5 weather events of 2025
Read full article: From Hill Country flooding to Bexar County wildfires, here are the Top 5 weather events of 2025Another year came and went in the blink of an eye. 2025 was memorable for many reasons, including heavy rainfall, a worsening drought, beautiful Northern Lights displays and even more snow.
Deputy released from hospital, another in surgery after shootout during domestic violence call, BCSO says
Read full article: Deputy released from hospital, another in surgery after shootout during domestic violence call, BCSO saysBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar provided an update on the two injured deputies who were involved in a shootout with a 38-year-old man during a domestic violence call on Sunday.
TxDOT begins construction on multi-year US Highway 90 expansion project
Read full article: TxDOT begins construction on multi-year US Highway 90 expansion projectThe Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has begun construction on a two-phased, multi-year project to expand Highway 90 in west Bexar County.
Ceremony remembers deaths this year in San Antonio community experiencing homelessness
Read full article: Ceremony remembers deaths this year in San Antonio community experiencing homelessnessThe flames of 270 candles flickered in Milam Park Sunday evening, each representing a life lost while experiencing homelessness in San Antonio and Bexar County this year.
Caught on camera: Shootout between man, BCSO deputies leaves neighborhood shocked
Read full article: Caught on camera: Shootout between man, BCSO deputies leaves neighborhood shockedResidents in a north Bexar County neighborhood are stunned after a shootout took place while deputies responded to a ‘domestic disturbance’ call Sunday morning.
17 firearms, 40 oz of meth discovered following pursuit ending in crash, BCSO says
Read full article: 17 firearms, 40 oz of meth discovered following pursuit ending in crash, BCSO saysA man was arrested after fleeing from deputies during a traffic stop that uncovered several ounces of methamphetamine and firearms in west Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
2 BCSO deputies shoot, kill man after he fires at them during domestic disturbance call, sheriff says
Read full article: 2 BCSO deputies shoot, kill man after he fires at them during domestic disturbance call, sheriff saysA 38-year-old man was shot and killed by Bexar County deputies after opening fire on them during a domestic disturbance call, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.
Off-duty BCSO corporal arrested on assault, terroristic threat charges, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Off-duty BCSO corporal arrested on assault, terroristic threat charges, sheriff’s office saysAn off-duty Bexar County Sheriff’s Office corporal was arrested Friday on two family violence-related charges, the sheriff’s office said.
Woman wanted for sex-related offenses in Bexar County arrested at Laredo Port of Entry, CBP says
Read full article: Woman wanted for sex-related offenses in Bexar County arrested at Laredo Port of Entry, CBP saysU.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry arrested a woman who was wanted in Bexar County on warrants for multiple sex-related offenses, according to federal officials.
Woman with San Antonio ties charged after razor blades found in bread at Mississippi Walmart
Read full article: Woman with San Antonio ties charged after razor blades found in bread at Mississippi WalmartThe woman arrested for allegedly placing razor blades in bread at two Walmarts in Mississippi has multiple ties to San Antonio, KSAT confirmed Thursday.
Bexar County commissioners join call for TCEQ to reconsider Guajolote Ranch permit approval
Read full article: Bexar County commissioners join call for TCEQ to reconsider Guajolote Ranch permit approvalBexar County leaders asked state regulators to reconsider their approval of a wastewater permit for the company behind the Guajolote Ranch housing development.
Teen accused in shooting death of 8-year-old brother ordered to remain in detention
Read full article: Teen accused in shooting death of 8-year-old brother ordered to remain in detentionDespite pleas from family and lawyers representing him, a teenager accused of shooting and killing his brother will remain in detention, a Bexar County associate juvenile court judge ruled Thursday.
San Antonio man who pleaded guilty to shooting 2 SAPD officers sentenced to 60 years in prison
Read full article: San Antonio man who pleaded guilty to shooting 2 SAPD officers sentenced to 60 years in prisonA Bexar County jury decided how long a San Antonio man will be in prison after he opened fire on two police officers in 2023.
Man sentenced to 56 years in prison for fatal 2022 stabbing on North Side
Read full article: Man sentenced to 56 years in prison for fatal 2022 stabbing on North SideA man was sentenced to 56 years in prison for a fatal 2022 stabbing on the North Side, Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales said in a news release Wednesday.
San Antonio Planning Commission to discuss Guajolote Ranch financing model in January
Read full article: San Antonio Planning Commission to discuss Guajolote Ranch financing model in JanuarySan Antonio’s Planning Commission tabled discussions around a financing model for the Guajolote Ranch development in northwestern Bexar County, despite suggestions from opponents that the issue would be heard this week.
Woman scammed out of $36K by caller who instructed her to deposit funds into Bitcoin ATM, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman scammed out of $36K by caller who instructed her to deposit funds into Bitcoin ATM, BCSO saysThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a scam involving a person who posed as an attorney to steal from a victim.
Dog seized from NE Side home after animal cruelty case adopted by Iowa family, BCSO says
Read full article: Dog seized from NE Side home after animal cruelty case adopted by Iowa family, BCSO saysA dog seized from a Northeast Side home earlier this year after an investigation of animal cruelty has been adopted by a family in Iowa, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
Former San Antonio City Council staffer arrested for threats toward District 9 office, affidavit says
Read full article: Former San Antonio City Council staffer arrested for threats toward District 9 office, affidavit saysA staff member for a San Antonio City Council district office has been arrested on a terroristic threat charge, according to an email obtained by KSAT from City Manager Erik Walsh to Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones and the city council.
San Antonio police release new information on alleged wrong-way DWI suspect who died in SAPD custody
Read full article: San Antonio police release new information on alleged wrong-way DWI suspect who died in SAPD custodyNearly a week after KSAT first reported on the death of a suspect in San Antonio police custody, the department released new details on Monday afternoon.
WATCH: Judson ISD holds special board meeting as district considers cutting Spanish Immersion Program
Read full article: WATCH: Judson ISD holds special board meeting as district considers cutting Spanish Immersion ProgramJudson ISD is holding a special board meeting on Monday night where parents can discuss the potential elimination of the Spanish Immersion Program at one of its elementary schools.
San Antonio-area school districts to receive more than $600K in federal funding for mental health services
Read full article: San Antonio-area school districts to receive more than $600K in federal funding for mental health servicesSeveral school districts in the San Antonio and surrounding areas are set to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of federal funding to enhance mental health services, according to a news release.
BCSO, San Antonio police in pursuit of stolen vehicle suspect in east Bexar County
Read full article: BCSO, San Antonio police in pursuit of stolen vehicle suspect in east Bexar CountyTwo law enforcement agencies are searching for a suspect accused of fleeing a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle on Monday.
Bexar County Medical Examiner seeks public’s help to identify man’s body found on West Side
Read full article: Bexar County Medical Examiner seeks public’s help to identify man’s body found on West SideThe Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office is asking for the public’s help to identify a person whose body was found in June on the West Side.
Erik Cantu taken into custody in Bexar County courtroom on past evading arrest cases, BCSO says
Read full article: Erik Cantu taken into custody in Bexar County courtroom on past evading arrest cases, BCSO saysErik Cantu was taken into custody on warrants from past evading arrest cases Monday morning, a little more than a week after his latest arrest for felony burglary of a habitation.
Families prepare to leave Judson ISD if Spanish Immersion Program is cut amid district’s budget crisis
Read full article: Families prepare to leave Judson ISD if Spanish Immersion Program is cut amid district’s budget crisisThree families with children in Wortham Oaks Elementary School’s Spanish Immersion Program are speaking out as the program is at risk of being cut amid the district's budget crisis.