Bexar County sees 50% voter turnout during this year’s midterm election
The Bexar County Elections Department reports around 664,000 ballots were cast in-person, by mail, and during the early voting period.
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Takeaways from a Democratic sweep in Texas
Democrats exceeded their wildest expectations and picked up some unexpected seats down-ballot. School funding measures had a tough night.
In major upset, Nathan Johnson takes Texas attorney general’s office for Democrats
In a stunning upset with repercussions across the national legal landscape, Democrat Nathan Johnson claimed victory in the race to be Texas’ next top lawyer.
Republicans tried to gerrymander their way out of big congressional losses. It didn't work
Among the sweeping victories by Democrats on Tuesday were wins in several congressional districts that Republicans had redrawn explicitly to boost their party ahead of the midterms.
Democrat Clayton Tucker declares victory in Texas agriculture commissioner race
Tucker and his Republican opponent, Nate Sheets, ran to replace longtime Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.
Bexar County voters strike down school district funding measures
School finance measures failed at Northside, San Antonio ISD, East Central, South San and Comal ISD during the 2026 midterm election.
San Antonians go honking downtown to celebrate Texas Democrats’ wins
As election results rolled in on Tuesday night, San Antonians rolled into the downtown streets honking, cheering and waving signs and flags.
Bexar County Sheriff’s Deputy Johnny Garcia captures San Antonio’s new ‘whole enchilada’ district
The seat was created by Republicans’ mid-cycle redistricting effort, but became a top battleground in the scramble to control the U.S. House.
Democrat Katy Padilla Stout claims victory over Brandon Herrera in Texas’ 23rd Congressional District
Democrat Katy Padilla Stout is declared winner of the 23rd Congressional District of Texas over Republican Brandon Herrera. Padilla Stout flips the Republican held district for the Democrats.
Bobby Pulido declares victory over Monica De La Cruz in South Texas congressional race
The Grammy-winning Tejano music star declared victory in Texas' 15th Congressional District, where Republican incumbent Monica De La Cruz was seeking a third term.
In blue wave, Democrats flip Northside Texas House seat their party hasn’t won in 45 years
San Antonio’s Texas House District 121 hadn’t elected a Democrat since 1981, until now. Zack Dunn toppled incumbent state Rep. Marc LaHood.
Talarico pulls off the unthinkable, breaking Texas Democrats’ three-decade losing streak
Facing scandal-plagued Republican Ken Paxton, the former San Antonio teacher rallied Texans around a message of civility.
Democrat Joaquin Castro claims eighth term in reshaped San Antonio Congressional district
Focused on immigration issues, U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-San Antonio) sails to his eighth term in Congress representing the 20th Congressional District.
Talarico takes early lead over Paxton in Texas Senate race as results roll in
If Talarico maintains his lead and is declared the winner, he will be the first Democrat to win statewide office in Texas since 1994.
Gina Hinojosa holds early lead over incumbent Greg Abbott in Texas' race for governor
Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa has taken an early lead over Republican Gov. Greg Abbott as votes are counted in Texas. Abbott is seeking his fourth term in office.
Goodwin leads Texas lieutenant governor race as early results come in
Democratic state Rep. Vikki Goodwin held an early lead Tuesday night in the race for Texas lieutenant governor as the first results began coming in across the state
Democrats hold Bexar County’s DA office, but Luz Elena Chapa vows change
Luz Elena Chapa has vowed major changes in the troubled office as she takes over for retiring progressive DA Joe Gonzales.
Former San Antonio mayor Ron Nirenberg claims new role as next Bexar County Judge
He unseated incumbent Judge Peter Sakai in the primary and claimed a decisive early lead against Republican Patrick Von Dohlen on Tuesday.
Henry Cuellar takes commanding lead in Texas' 28th Congressional District
The Democratic incumbent leads Republican challenger Tano Tijerina with 65.4% of the vote to 29.4%, with more than 73,000 votes counted. Results remain unofficial as ballots continue to be tallied.
Pre-K 4 SA funding proposition appears poised to pass as early voting results show strong support
With early voting results in, Proposition A leads 72% to 28%, with more than 227,000 votes in favor. The results are unofficial, and Election Day ballots are still being counted.
Bexar County voters turn out in strong numbers on Election Day after record early voting
More than 129,000 Bexar County residents had voted by 7 p.m. Tuesday, following record early turnout. Voters across the San Antonio area weighed in on key races as Bexar County was selected for federal election monitoring.
All eyes on Texas as Paxton, Talarico make final pitches in nationally targeted Senate race
Texas has already broken turnout and spending records. Now national and international media are flooding into the state to watch.
Talarico and Paxton would like to be called 'senator.' Does power come with the title?
Ken Paxton and James Talarico have made big campaign promises. Can they deliver?
Key indicators point to a slightly weaker San Antonio economy heading into fall
Sales tax revenue, employment and home sales all dipped in September.
Indicted ICE agent surrenders himself in Harris County court
Mario Morales is accused of striking Miguel Parra-Hernandez with his vehicle while on patrol as an ICE agent. A grand jury indicted Morales Friday morning. His lawyer argues the indictment is “political prosecution.”
More than half of San Antonio area should see showers Election Day
Rain-shy voters may want to wait until at least mid-morning before heading to the polls.
Archdiocese of San Antonio to celebrate 100 years with Mass at Wolff Stadium Nov. 7
The celebration will include an announcement of a new Archdiocesan Pastoral Vision and activities for younger guests.
Additional federal disaster assistance available in Texas following the summer’s severe weather and flooding
President Trump approved the state’s appeal for more financial assistance for Texans across 20 counties.
High school class rank policies are different in every San Antonio district. A new state law could change that.
No San Antonio school district calculates class rank or grade point average the same way. A new state law could change that. Here’s how.
Paxton and Talarico make final election pitches of U.S. Senate campaign to Houston voters
Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico spoke as more than 1.8 million voters cast ballots early across Greater Houston -- close to a quarter of the early voting total for Texas.
New World screwworm cases surge to 99 across Texas, New Mexico and Arizona
Federal officials have confirmed 20 additional animal cases since Sunday, bringing the total to 99 across Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. Forty-two cases remain active as detections continue to rise across the Southwest.
All 9 people aboard private jet from Austin killed after plane crashes in Florida
The Learjet 60, bound for the Bahamas, crashed in a residential area Sunday afternoon.
More than half a million ballots already cast in Bexar County ahead of Nov. 3 election
Bexar County voters have already cast more than half of a million ballots in the Nov. 3 election — breaking a local record for most early votes in a midterm election.
Adults with learning disabilities get on-the-job training via coffee truck and pop-up markets
SA Life Academy hosts pop-up markets run by adults with learning disabilities. It’s a way to job-train and keep their lives “full.”
Abbott, Hinojosa make closing pitches to San Antonians in hard-fought Texas governor’s race
Both Gov. Greg Abbott and his opponent Gina Hinojosa are pushing hard in Bexar County days before the Nov. 3 election will decide who wins the governor's seat.
The torii gate at the Japanese Tea Garden: A historic wrong righted
A historic misinterpretation of the torii gate at the entrance to the Japanese Tea Garden has been corrected.
After teacher pushback, SAISD relaxes strict ‘High 5’ standards weeks after rolling it out
SAISD is no longer requiring that A and B rated schools meet all High 5 requirement like using district-created slides and turn-and-talks.
Oil company earnings skyrocket — again
Oil companies are reporting another quarter of sky-high profits as the war in Iran pushes up the price of oil — and prices at the pump.
Alamo Colleges District trustee Gloria Ray resigns from board
A special meeting is scheduled to accept her resignation and set up a process to select an interim.
A San Antonio candy company produced Halloween treats for more than a century
Judson Candy Company's line included popular cherry sours.
Ken Paxton cancels planned Alamo campaign stop ahead of Election Day
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton has canceled his planned Nov. 2 campaign stop at the Alamo, whose rules prohibit political gatherings on its grounds. His campaign has instead scheduled stops in Conroe and Allen.
City Council ‘came together’ to shape 2027 bond valued at $442M, plus $208M for flood control
The $650 million package approved by council includes $442 million for infrastructure needs across the city and $208 million for a stormwater drainage bond.
CPS Energy, Project Marvel top San Antonio’s legislative priorities
San Antonio’s legislative agenda seeks to protect city-owned utilities and secure state support for development and infrastructure projects.
Bexar County Jail rolls out major changes to improve how detainees are treated, monitored
Bexar County commissioners received an update Tuesday on reforms approved in August to address concerns about inmate deaths and medical care at the county jail, including changes to health screenings, expanded behavioral health and substance use treatment, and programs aimed at diverting people from incarceration.
Grand jury indicts ICE officer for striking Houston immigrant with vehicle
Representatives from ICE claimed Miguel Parra-Hernandez ran in front of the ICE agent's vehicle and that Harris County prosecutors do not have the jurisdiction to charge the agent. District Attorney Sean Teare said that claim was false.
Ken Paxton's political rise, from the Tea Party to Trump's MAGA movement
Ken Paxton built a loyal conservative following long before Donald Trump entered politics. That support has helped him survive scandals, criminal charges and impeachment. Now he's counting on it to help him win a competitive U.S. Senate race.
Emails show Trump admin paused part of its Big Bend border wall even before a judge's order blocking construction
Emails shared with Marfa Public Radio show U.S. Customs and Border Protection quietly paused construction on part of the Big Bend border wall a week before a federal judge ordered the work halted. A CBP official wrote that the internal pause stemmed from a lack of access to private land and a federal contractor's…
Democrats ride THC ban backlash in race for lieutenant governor
Vikki Goodwin, the Democrat trying to unseat Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, is drawing support from hemp business owners who've become single-issue voters in the 2026 election.
Trump's VA killed a home loan program. Thousands of veterans are paying the price
An NPR investigation finds that more than 15,000 military veterans were put into much-higher-cost home loans after the Trump administration cut a key program. Many now pay $1,000 more per month.
For voters from immigrant families and new citizens, voting is bigger than themselves
While many young voters are focused on the cost of living in the election, for some from immigrant families, the political calculation — and their votes — is often about even more than the economy.
‘It needed to be told’: New book highlights unsolved murders from Southwest Texas
‘Devil of Devils’ looks at the killings involving a Mexican-American family and teen — separated by years, but similar in circumstances.
San Antonio leaders will now have to OK every new data center
Every data center developer that wants to build in San Antonio will have to get permission from City Council before it can begin construction.
'We celebrate them and we honor them' — Remembering the dead for Día de los Muertos
The Esperanza Peace & Justice Center holds its 31st annual Día de Muertos commemoration on Nov. 1.
City still in talks with the Spurs over new downtown arena as it draws up plan for bigger convention center
As part of wide-ranging sports and entertainment district plans, the city’s proposing to spend $850 million on the convention center and $125 million for upgrades to the Alamodome.
Lost in translation, found in sound: South Texas jazz story heads to Tokyo
San Antonio filmmaker Nick Mery’s “One Night Stand in Tokyo” follows South Texas jazz drummer Brandon Guerra as he collaborates with Japanese musicians. The documentary screens at the Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia in November, continuing Mery’s exploration of cultural connection and identity.
Bexar County says it won’t release early results until everyone in line has voted
With an exciting U.S. Senate and governor’s race on the ballot, it could be late before results roll in from Texas’ 4th largest county.
Walmart plans $400 million distribution center in Cibolo
The distribution center will break ground in February 2027.
Bexar County vehicle emissions testing begins Nov. 1
Motorists must complete an emissions test when registering their vehicles, beginning Nov. 1.
Renew Pre-K 4 SA campaign raises more than $600,000 ahead of November election
The political action committee Renew Pre-K 4 SA is encouraging voters to support the initiative’s reauthorization on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Civil rights leader Dolores Huerta remembered for her activism in San Antonio
Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta often visited San Antonio. She was here last year in support of moving the city’s elections from May to November.
47th annual Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner seeks volunteers to serve 34k guests
Event organizers say registration is now open for volunteers looking to make Thanksgiving special for those in need.
Taylor Farms recalls H-E-B salad kit over undeclared allergens
H-E-B is recalling its Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit because it may contain undeclared soy and almonds that could trigger serious allergic reactions.
Here are the top races to watch this November 2026 election
Weeks away from the November election, Texas remains pivotal in determining control of both the U.S. House and Senate.
Dolores Huerta, influential labor leader, feminist and civil rights icon, dies at 96
Huerta co-founded the United Farm Workers union to improve working conditions in the nation's fruit and vegetable fields and coined the phrase "Sí, se puede!" that became a widespread rallying cry.
This Witte Museum exhibit leads visitors on a Texas culinary tour through time
The exhibit “Gather ‘Round The Table: Texas Food Traditions” uses video, photographs and interactive tools to take us from 700 A.D. to 2026.
Last-minute spending surges to shore up Republicans in should-be-safe San Antonio-area seats
More than $1 million has come in for first-term state Rep. Marc LaHood in the final weeks before Election Day.
Pre-K 4 SA hopes to expand partnerships, strengthen childcare ecosystem with future efforts
With Pre-K 4 SA up for a 20-year reauthorization on the Nov. 3 ballot, representatives of the initiative say they hope to expand their partnerships and continue bringing childcare providers together.
Next Bexar County judge will have a say in county manager selection
The Bexar County judge-elect will be included in the process as a "voice for the future of Bexar County."
New report documents 28 family violence deaths in Bexar County in 2025
The Collaborative Commission on Domestic Violence reports thousands of domestic violence calls, increased use of support services and ongoing efforts to prevent abuse in San Antonio and Bexar County.
UT San Antonio's Haunted Observatory blends Halloween, Día de los Muertos and astronomy
The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Haunted Observatory Night invites visitors to meet the ghosts of scientists, learn about overlooked contributions to astronomy and stargaze through telescopes.
Texas General Land Office race is among the statewide races to tighten
The Texas General Land Office is the oldest statewide office in Texas, dating back to the days of the Republic of Texas.
The Texas trans advocacy texts and mailers were fake. Their impact is real, and hard to control
Texts and pamphlets purportedly sent out by a Texas transgender advocacy group were soon debunked as fake. But the scheme highlights how hard it can be to stem the flow of incessant political marketing during election season — and to reverse its harmful effects.
Gina Hinojosa wins court order to review Abbott-Musk emails, Gov. Abbott appeals
A judge has sided with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa, ordering that Gov. Greg Abbott's office let her inspect unredacted communications with billionaire Elon Musk. Abbott has appealed.
‘Favorable circumstances’ allow CPS Energy to push its rate increases to next year
‘Favorable circumstances,’ including a $115 million federal incentive, allowed CPS Energy to put off a rate increase until next year.
In an unusual year, Bexar County reports midterm turnout on track to surpass 2024 presidential election
Money is pouring into this area to influence voters in the U.S. Senate and congressional races that could determine the U.S. House majority.
University Health’s Fall Fest brings hundreds of NICU graduates to Morgan’s Wonderland
Children who were born prematurely or have complex medical needs celebrated Halloween together at an ultra-accessible San Antonio theme park. Hundreds of costumed kids enjoyed rides and trick-or-treating at University Health's annual Fall Fest.
Rounds of rain possible this week, including a chance on Halloween
A rainy weather pattern is setting up for South Texas and the Hill Country this week.
Laredo chef enters Pizza Fest Challenge in Canada
A restaurant owner and chef from Laredo brings her skills and passion to an international gathering of pizza makers, showcasing the talent and dedication behind her craft — and also a little bit of South Texas.
Hildebrand closures north of downtown San Antonio are underway
Water mains are being replaced by the city-owned water utility.
Childcare access enables veteran to pursue dream of becoming early childhood educator
After enrolling his kids at Pre-K 4 SA, San Antonio resident Alex Lopez has been able to return to school and pursue his goal of becoming an early childhood educator himself.
Nearly 2 million Texans are on the voter suspense list. I was one of them
A KERA reporter updated her registration but still landed on the voter suspense list. Here's what to do if it happens to you.
The art of listening: A conductor's guide to hearing classical music differently
Conductor Robert Franz shares four ways to listen more deeply to orchestral music, revealing the drama, emotion and musical details that can transform the experience.
Día del Río connects students across the border to protect a shared river
An annual environmental initiative brought together students from the United States and Mexico to study water quality and help protect the Rio Grande.
Five council members offer alternative to mayor's $442 million bond plan
Five San Antonio City Council members have proposed a competing plan for the city's 2027 bond program, with disagreements over how funding should be divided among council districts and whether to include infrastructure improvements around the planned downtown Spurs arena.
Can language patterns reveal mild brain injuries in veterans? San Antonio researchers launch AI-powered study.
Three San Antonio organizations are testing whether subtle changes in language could be a marker for mild traumatic brain injuries.
Valero made $6.8B in the last 3 months. High gas and diesel prices are connected to strong returns.
Valero generated more net income in the last three months than in 2024 and 2025 combined despite refining shortage and global conflicts.
Bexar County responds to complaints of voting machines changing selections
Bexar County election officials are urging voters to double-check their ballots amid complaints of voting machines changing selections during early voting.
From the bleachers to the ballot box, a community weighs a changing Texas
At a Deer Park High School football game outside Houston, voters grapple with rising costs, immigration and shifting political loyalties as Democrats mount competitive challenges in two of Texas’ highest-profile races.
Gina Hinojosa cites affordability, support for public education in bid for Texas governor
Polls are showing the Democrat is giving incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Abbott one of his toughest reelection races in years.
Texas youth prison director resigns following controversial multi-day lockdown
Shandra Carter' sudden departure comes weeks after KERA and The Texas Newsroom revealed the disturbing effects of an unprecedented lockdown across the agency's facilities.
Amid enrollment struggles, OLLU finds an interim leader
Brent Fields is taking over as interim president in the middle of a challenging academic year, as OLLU’s enrollment continues to decline.
Talarico, Hinojosa lead among Latinos, fall short among rural voters, according to new poll
The poll, conducted by the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs, found most rural voters believe the U.S. is headed in the right direction, while a majority of Latino voters felt the opposite.
Funeral set for Dallas man who died in ICE custody in Laredo as family asks for justice
Emilio Andrade Covarrubias will be laid to rest not far from the Dallas home he lived in with his family for decades. The Mexican government is calling for an “exhaustive” investigation into his death at the Rio Grande Processing Center.
Texas SNAP participation drops to a 17-year low as the feds tighten eligibility
The state health agency is also processing 64% of SNAP applications in a timely manner — within 30 days — even though the required rate is 95%.
Texas state senator raises concerns about homeschooling ‘loophole’ in new school voucher program
Families whose children attend private schools that don’t participate in Texas’ voucher program can still qualify for up to $2,000 in taxpayer- funded educational expenses.
Despite Abbott moratorium, Texas kept on issuing data center permits. Now, the state agency is shutting down its automatic filing system.
State regulators said permits issued after Gov. Abbott’s moratorium have now been suspended and its automatic filing system is shut down.
Jones calls on DHS, DOD to halt immigration action against military families
San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones wrote to federal agencies seeking immigration protections for qualified military family members following another instance of the targeting of a Texas family.
New advocacy group calls for Big Bend border security fund in lieu of wall
Let Texans Do Texas, a newly-launched nonprofit, is calling on state and federal leaders to create a $2 billion border security fund specifically for the Big Bend region as an alternative to the Trump administration's border wall plans. The group says it's advocating for a local approach, rather than a…
Affordable East Side pet clinic gets new operator, keeps serving neighborhood
The city’s East Side spay and neuter clinic is under new management but will continue supporting the Denver Heights community with free and low-cost services.
The gift of reading: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library delivers free books to San Antonio families
The book-delivery program is helping families build home libraries and make reading part of everyday life, while local organizers work to reach more children.