From Locker Room to Courtroom: Lockhart ISD Faces Questions After Coach’s Arrest
The arrest of former Lockhart ISD coach Aaron Aguilar has led to a federal lawsuit that questions how the district handled student safety. Aguilar, taken into custody in April on a charge of sexual performance of a child, is accused in court filings of grooming and abusing a junior high student over two school years.
The lawsuit argues that Aguilar’s conduct was made possible by failures inside Lockhart ISD — from inadequate background checks to poor staff training and what the filing describes as a “dysfunctional” Title IX system. It also points to earlier cases of educator misconduct as warning signs the district allegedly overlooked.
What began in the locker room has now moved into the courtroom, leaving the Lockhart community to confront whether the district fulfilled its duty to protect students.
Shielding the Badge: Allegations of Excessive Force and Evidence Suppression Inside Bexar County
A late-night 911 call for medical help turned violent when Bexar County deputies allegedly pinned a 16-year-old boy to the ground, blocked paramedics, and later claimed key body-camera footage was “damaged.” Now, a lawsuit accuses the Sheriff’s Office of excessive force, evidence suppression, and a broader pattern of protecting its own at the expense of families in crisis.
Tracking the Promise: How DA Kelly Higgins Has Handled Public Integrity Cases
Hays County District Attorney Kelly Higgins campaigned on a pledge to prosecute abuse of power “without regard for status or party.” Now, after almost three years in office, the public record offers a clearer picture. From four no-billed fatal-force cases to deferred prosecutions, pending indictments, and ongoing civil rights litigation, we review the outcomes — and the gaps — in Higgins’ public integrity record.
Comal County Deputies Accused of Assaulting Grieving Parents
A federal lawsuit claims two Comal County deputies used excessive force against a grieving mother and father just moments after they arrived at the scene of their son’s suicide. One deputy allegedly slammed the mother into a patrol vehicle; the other is accused of tackling the father, causing a seizure and serious injuries. The suit names both deputies and the county, citing failures in training and oversight.
Atascosa County Commissioner Indicted: Fuel Theft, Retaliation, and Employee Allegations Revealed
Witnesses say they feared retaliation for speaking out. A game camera may have captured the theft. Now, Atascosa County’s Precinct 4 commissioner is indicted — and records released by the District Attorney, obtained by The Hawk’s Eye, shed new light on what employees say happened behind the gates.
Comal County Deputy Constable Disciplined Over San Antonio Dispute
A Comal County Precinct 1 deputy constable has been suspended and placed on probation after an off-duty confrontation with San Antonio law enforcement officers during a narcotics investigation. Records show the dispute began over officers standing near his personal vehicle and escalated into a heated exchange.
Texas Mail-In Ballot ID Law Upheld: Appeals Court Cites Voter Fraud Concerns
In a precedent-setting decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has upheld Texas’s 2021 mail-in ballot ID law, reversing a lower court ruling that blocked its enforcement. The court found the requirement to include matching identification numbers on absentee ballot applications and envelopes is “plainly material” to determining voter qualification under state law—aligning with a recent Third Circuit ruling and setting the stage for potential U.S. Supreme Court review.
Comal County Deputy Suspension After Auditor’s Complaint Raises Questions of Consistency
Newly released records show a Comal County Sheriff’s deputy was suspended after County Auditor Jessie Rahe filed a complaint tied to the ongoing “38 Comal” Facebook lawsuit. The case has reignited debate over whether Sheriff’s Office discipline is too restrictive — or unevenly enforced depending on who is involved.
TABC Agent’s Career Ends Abruptly After Colleagues Report Threats and Unprofessional Conduct
Hired in October 2024 and fired less than seven months later, a Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission agent’s career unraveled after colleagues reported threats, unwanted touching, and unprofessional remarks. Internal records show that warnings were issued early, but the behavior persisted until an Inspector General investigation forced the agency to act. The case raises questions about how TABC handles red flags among new recruits and whether earlier intervention could have prevented escalation.
Bexar County Jail Deaths: 97 Since 2017, 7 More in 2025
Since Sheriff Javier Salazar took office in 2017, 104 people have died while in custody at the Bexar County Jail—including seven so far in 2025. While causes have ranged from medical emergencies to suicide, overdose, and assault, the steady toll continues to raise concerns about safety, supervision, and conditions inside the jail.