SAPD says it’s taking action against teens accused of terrorizing Stone Oak Target store

The San Antonio Police Department said it’s responding to growing concerns from residents after allegations of ill-behaved teenagers wreaking havoc at a Stone Oak Target grabbed headlines and sparked an uproar on Reddit. Last week, the Current reported that District 9 Councilwoman Misty Spears’ offi

Civil rights groups sue to stop Texas law that lets local and state police deport people

Civil liberties groups filed a class-action lawsuit Monday to to prevent provisions of a controversial Texas law that empowers state and local law enforcement to arrest people they suspect of being in the country illegally — a duty traditionally reserved for federal officials. In their suit, the Ame

San Antonio Flavor returns for a landmark 11th year: Here’s what to expect 

Foodies, prepare your appetites — San Antonio Flavor is nearly here.  The annual event organized by the San Antonio Current celebrates the best of what the city’s food and drink scene has to offer. Tickets are still available in the advanced VIP and advanced general admission tiers, each offering gu

How the unreported killing of an American by ICE shattered two San Antonio families

The last words Joshua Orta heard his childhood best friend utter were “I’m sorry.” Then Ruben Ray Martinez, a slender 23-year-old, slumped back in the driver’s seat. An officer had fired repeatedly through the open window, at least one bullet piercing Ruben’s heart.  Josh, 25, saw officers in South