No Charges, Lasting Damage: Lawsuit Targets Wilson and Comal County Officials
Former Wilson County Attorney Thomas “Tom” Caldwell and investigator Joshua Olivarez allege officials across Wilson and Comal counties transformed reports of law-enforcement misconduct into a coordinated retaliation campaign. Their federal civil rights lawsuit connects the disputed arrest of Lt. Joseph Dubs, Olivarez’s loss of a Bee County job, Comal County non-prosecution reports and a State Bar grievance—even though no criminal charges were filed against Caldwell or Olivarez.
Independent Jason Wolff Is on the Ballot—and Challenging Bexar County’s DA Status Quo
Jason Wolff fought his way onto the November 2026, Bexar County District Attorney, ballot without a political party behind him. In a wide-ranging interview with The Hawk’s Eye, the former prosecutor, judge and defense attorney moved beyond campaign talking points to address dishonest police testimony, ignored citizen complaints, public-official misconduct and political pressure inside the justice system. His answers reveal a candidate who believes accountability must apply inside government as forcefully as it applies outside it. Now Bexar County voters can decide whether Wolff’s experience—and willingness to challenge the system—are what the District Attorney’s Office needs next.
Former Liberty County Elections Administrator Klint Bush Arrested on 11 Child Pornography Charges
Former Liberty County Elections Administrator Klint Bush has been arrested on 11 counts of possession of child pornography as he awaits trial on separate financial charges connected to the Liberty County Housing Authority.
Wilson County Sheriff Tells One Citizen to Stop Recording While Other Cameras Keep Rolling
Video from a July 13 Wilson County Commissioners Court meeting appears to show Sheriff Jim Stewart telling one attendee to stop recording while other cameras continued to roll. With no explanation provided for the apparent difference in treatment, the incident is raising questions about transparency and the public’s right to record open meetings.
Lavaca County Jail Contraband Probe Expands as Three Men Face Felony Charges
A narcotics discovery during a routine June cell inspection at the Lavaca County Jail has led to felony charges against three men. The multiagency investigation remains active, and authorities say additional arrests or charges could follow.
Jason Landry Search Organizer Jim West Held Liable for Defamation in Caldwell County
A Caldwell County court has entered an agreed judgment holding Jason Landry search organizer James Marcus “Jim” West liable for defaming Ashley Michelle Martinez. Martinez’s petition alleged that West accused her of fabricating evidence, stealing $20,000 in search equipment and causing law-enforcement agencies to threaten to cut off the volunteer team.
UPDATE: Hays County Deputy Allegedly Drove to Child-Custody Call While Intoxicated, Police Say
A Hays County sheriff’s deputy allegedly drove to a New Braunfels home while officers were investigating a child-custody issue, then showed signs of intoxication, police said. Rodrigo Dimas Deleon was taken to a hospital for a blood alcohol test, arrested for DWI and later released on a $3,000 bond. The off-duty deputy has since been placed on paid administrative leave.
Third Guadalupe County Detention Officer Arrested in Jail Sexual-Misconduct Investigation
Three Guadalupe County detention officers now face civil-rights and improper-sexual-activity charges involving a person in custody. Corporal Rudy Garcia was booked one week after Andrew Kee and Isaiah Charles—and two days after state records show his county service ended. All three were booked into the same jail where they worked and released on surety bonds as the Texas Rangers’ investigation continues.
Texas-Licensed Paramedic Honored by Medical City Plano on Same Day as Felony Indictment
Medical City Plano publicly honored Ashley Traister for her work supporting EMS agencies on the same day her felony exploitation indictment was filed. State records reveal what the licensed paramedic said led to the investigation.
Texas Review Court Dismisses All Sanctions Against Dallas Judge Amber Givens
A three-justice panel dismissed every disciplinary charge against Dallas County Judge Amber Givens after concluding that the State Commission on Judicial Conduct failed to prove its allegations by a preponderance of the evidence.