For the last two weeks, thousands have turned in San Antonio to protest against police brutality in the wake of George Floyd 's death while in Minneapolis police custody. Local advocates are also using this opportunity to demand police reform.Last week. protest organizers handed Mayor Ron Nirenberg a list of demands and changes they want implemented in the San Antonio Police Department, including the vetting of recruits and a civilian review board to assist with police complaints.FIND OUT FIRST:Nirenberg seemed receptive to the demands, promising to set up a meeting with Pharoah Clark, the...…For the last two weeks, thousands have turned in San Antonio to protest against police brutality in the wake of George Floyd 's death while in Minneapolis police custody. Local advocates are also using this opportunity to demand police reform.Last week. protest organizers handed Mayor Ron Nirenberg a list of demands and changes they want implemented in the San Antonio Police Department, including the vetting of recruits and a civilian review board to assist with police complaints.FIND OUT FIRST:Nirenberg seemed receptive to the demands, promising to set up a meeting with Pharoah Clark, the...WW…

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateThe man accused of physically assaulting Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff over a face mask mandate at a local Lowe's was issued a citation for disorderly contact for using profanity in a public place, Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales said in a statement Thursday.Terry Toller, 47, turned himself into local authorities Thursday morning and was originally charged with assault on a peace officer/judge, a second-degree felony, according to Gonzales. Those charges have since been reduced to a disorderly conduct charge, a...…This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateThe man accused of physically assaulting Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff over a face mask mandate at a local Lowe's was issued a citation for disorderly contact for using profanity in a public place, Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales said in a statement Thursday.Terry Toller, 47, turned himself into local authorities Thursday morning and was originally charged with assault on a peace officer/judge, a second-degree felony, according to Gonzales. Those charges have since been reduced to a disorderly conduct charge, a...WW…

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigatePolice have arrested the driver of an 18-wheeler in connection with a fatal hit-and-run Friday on the North Side. San Antonio police charged 29-year-old Justin Antwan Jackson with failure to stop and render aid resulting in death. More for youPolice found the semi almost 20 miles from the scene parked on the side of a downtown street and at first said they thought the driver had fled on foot. Jackson told police he was a passenger in the semi and even provided a description of a driver, SAPD spokesman Doug Greene...…This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigatePolice have arrested the driver of an 18-wheeler in connection with a fatal hit-and-run Friday on the North Side. San Antonio police charged 29-year-old Justin Antwan Jackson with failure to stop and render aid resulting in death. More for youPolice found the semi almost 20 miles from the scene parked on the side of a downtown street and at first said they thought the driver had fled on foot. Jackson told police he was a passenger in the semi and even provided a description of a driver, SAPD spokesman Doug Greene...WW…

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateA man was shot and killed by San Antonio police after officials say the man pointed a gun at officers, marking the second fatal shooting by SAPD in one week.The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the man as Victor Sanchez, 44.Officials said the officers went to the apartment complex in the 5600 block of Culebra Road about 11 p.m. Tuesday after someone — it’s unclear who — called to report a burglary.When police arrived, no one answered the door and the apartment was dark, San Antonio Police Chief William McManus...…This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateA man was shot and killed by San Antonio police after officials say the man pointed a gun at officers, marking the second fatal shooting by SAPD in one week.The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the man as Victor Sanchez, 44.Officials said the officers went to the apartment complex in the 5600 block of Culebra Road about 11 p.m. Tuesday after someone — it’s unclear who — called to report a burglary.When police arrived, no one answered the door and the apartment was dark, San Antonio Police Chief William McManus...WW…

A Bexar County Sheriff’s deputy was fired last week after officials discovered that an arrest warrant was issued for him in connection with a two-year-old domestic violence incident.Andre Phillip Winston, 25, was arrested Thursday and charged with interference with an emergency telephone call following an audit of employees suspected of criminal misconduct, officials said. Winston posted a $1,000 bond and was released the same day.The alleged offense, which is considered a misdemeanor, occurred on Sept. 25, 2018, BCSO said.On that day, Winston went to his ex-girlfriend’s North Side...…A Bexar County Sheriff’s deputy was fired last week after officials discovered that an arrest warrant was issued for him in connection with a two-year-old domestic violence incident.Andre Phillip Winston, 25, was arrested Thursday and charged with interference with an emergency telephone call following an audit of employees suspected of criminal misconduct, officials said. Winston posted a $1,000 bond and was released the same day.The alleged offense, which is considered a misdemeanor, occurred on Sept. 25, 2018, BCSO said.On that day, Winston went to his ex-girlfriend’s North Side...WW…

Add monetary coins to the list of things affected by the coronavirus pandemic.An unforeseen consequence of COVID-19, , the head of the Federal Reserve said in a June hearing before the House Financial Services Committee. He said the flow of coins has essentially stopped after the economic shutdowns earlier this year and now the U.S. is experiencing a shortage.A number of businesses in the Alamo City, including H-E-B and Taco Cabana, have asked customers to be conscientious and to avoid paying with cash."The places where you go to give your coins, and get credit at the store and get cash —...…Add monetary coins to the list of things affected by the coronavirus pandemic.An unforeseen consequence of COVID-19, , the head of the Federal Reserve said in a June hearing before the House Financial Services Committee. He said the flow of coins has essentially stopped after the economic shutdowns earlier this year and now the U.S. is experiencing a shortage.A number of businesses in the Alamo City, including H-E-B and Taco Cabana, have asked customers to be conscientious and to avoid paying with cash."The places where you go to give your coins, and get credit at the store and get cash —...WW…

There is a marginal chance for thunderstorms across San Antonio region and the Hill Country Tuesday night as a cold front comes through, according to the National Weather Service.The storms are possible late Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning as the front rolls in, with much of the region expecting to see showers and severe thunderstorms. Storms are expected to move into the northeastern part of the area by 10 p.m. and hit San Antonio around 4 a.m., according to the latest update from the National Weather Service.FIND OUT FIRST: Winds up to 65 miles per hour are possible and...…There is a marginal chance for thunderstorms across San Antonio region and the Hill Country Tuesday night as a cold front comes through, according to the National Weather Service.The storms are possible late Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning as the front rolls in, with much of the region expecting to see showers and severe thunderstorms. Storms are expected to move into the northeastern part of the area by 10 p.m. and hit San Antonio around 4 a.m., according to the latest update from the National Weather Service.FIND OUT FIRST: Winds up to 65 miles per hour are possible and...WW…

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateEditor's note: This story originally published in 2021.Authorities needed the help of beekeepers to help contain the swarm of bees that escaped from an 18-wheeler that rolled over just northwest of downtown San Antonio on Sunday.The truck rolled over on the interchange connecting Interstate 10 and Interstate 35 southbound above West Elmira Street at 10:59 a.m. and unleashed thousands of bees it was carrying.Authorities closed that segment of I-35 for several hours and asked area residents to stay inside while they worked to clear...…This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateEditor's note: This story originally published in 2021.Authorities needed the help of beekeepers to help contain the swarm of bees that escaped from an 18-wheeler that rolled over just northwest of downtown San Antonio on Sunday.The truck rolled over on the interchange connecting Interstate 10 and Interstate 35 southbound above West Elmira Street at 10:59 a.m. and unleashed thousands of bees it was carrying.Authorities closed that segment of I-35 for several hours and asked area residents to stay inside while they worked to clear...WW…

After a grueling national election in 2020, San Antonians are looking ahead to the May city election. A detailed Express-News Voter Guide will be released prior to the election.General elections for the City of San Antonio is May 1. Early voting is from April 19-27.Today, April 1, is the final day to register to vote in the upcoming election. To register or check your current status visit theMayor:So far, 12 candidates have filed before the Feb. 12 deadline.City Council:All 10 city council seats are up for grabs. The city council members serve two-year terms for their respective...…After a grueling national election in 2020, San Antonians are looking ahead to the May city election. A detailed Express-News Voter Guide will be released prior to the election.General elections for the City of San Antonio is May 1. Early voting is from April 19-27.Today, April 1, is the final day to register to vote in the upcoming election. To register or check your current status visit theMayor:So far, 12 candidates have filed before the Feb. 12 deadline.City Council:All 10 city council seats are up for grabs. The city council members serve two-year terms for their respective...WW…

San Antonio police shot and killed a man after he ran from a traffic stop into a South Side mall Wednesday afternoon.Chief William McManus said a Texas Department of Transportation officer stopped an 18-wheeler near Interstate 35 and Zarzamora Street. The officer’s job is to inspect big rigs and conducted an investigative stop, according to McManus.More for youWhen the truck stopped, the suspect, described as a man in his 20s, ran into the South Park Mall. A security guard asked the man to leave but he encountered four San Antonio police officers outside next to Dick’s Sporting...…San Antonio police shot and killed a man after he ran from a traffic stop into a South Side mall Wednesday afternoon.Chief William McManus said a Texas Department of Transportation officer stopped an 18-wheeler near Interstate 35 and Zarzamora Street. The officer’s job is to inspect big rigs and conducted an investigative stop, according to McManus.More for youWhen the truck stopped, the suspect, described as a man in his 20s, ran into the South Park Mall. A security guard asked the man to leave but he encountered four San Antonio police officers outside next to Dick’s Sporting...WW…