Former SAPD officer Philip Ortiz Jr. seeks to reverse his firing over a 2021 domestic violence incident involving his girlfriend, also an officer. The criminal case was dismissed, but the department stands by its decision.

CBP officers at Presidio port of entry seized 68 pounds of methamphetamine from a Mexican woman's vehicle during a detailed inspection, leading to her arrest and federal smuggling charges.

SAPD officer's shooting of two pets prompts scrutiny into police training and decision-making, questioning the effectiveness of virtual scenario-based programs like VirTra 180 in preparing officers for real-life situations.

The Terrell Police Department is grieving the loss of its K-9, Max, to illness and Officer Candanoza, who was killed on duty. Memorials are being planned.

An 80-year-old military veteran died after a dispute over a parking spot in Houston. Suspect Anthony Ray Boyce has been charged and may face an upgraded charge after the victim's death.

A San Antonio man is hospitalized after a shootout with car burglars in his neighborhood. The confrontation led to the resident being shot in the back; suspects are still at large.

A man was stabbed during an argument at Grace Lutheran Church in San Antonio, where people had gathered for food distribution. The suspect fled and the victim's condition is undisclosed.

Deputy constables in Bexar County shot and killed two pit bulls while serving eviction papers after the dogs attacked them. The incident occurred as the occupant released the dogs and escaped.

A historic East Texas church, the First Methodist Church of Marshall, was destroyed by fire, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

The article reports on a lawsuit accusing Jay-Z and Sean 'Diddy' Combs of assaulting a minor in 2000, with Jay-Z denying the claims and urging criminal charges. Combs is in custody facing separate serious charges.

A 55-year-old woman died in a crash after her car hit sand barrels and a concrete median on I-35 in San Antonio. The incident is under investigation by the SAPD.

SAPD Sergeant Michael Guzman was arrested, charged with assault causing bodily injury to a family member, placed on administrative duty, with ongoing investigations.

A Terrell police officer was fatally shot during a traffic stop. The suspect was later arrested after a pursuit. Officer Candanoza had recently joined the force.