Texas Meme Case Ends at Examining Trial, Now Heads to Federal Court
A Granbury Navy veteran is asking a federal judge to halt further prosecution after a Texas court found no probable cause to support a felony charge tied to a satirical political meme posted during a local school board election.
New Braunfels Traffic Stop Lawsuit Survives Early Court Challenge
A federal judge has ruled on a civil-rights lawsuit previously reported by The Hawk’s Eye stemming from a 2023 New Braunfels traffic stop, allowing key constitutional claims against police officers to move forward while dismissing claims against the city for now. The decision outlines why the case survives an early dismissal attempt, what limits the court faced at this stage, and what comes next as the lawsuit heads toward a possible appeal or discovery phase.
Records Show Caldwell County Corrections Officer Discussed Homicide With Inmates
Internal jail records show that in the weeks following Lockhart’s first homicide of 2025, sensitive details of the case were discussed in a place they were never meant to surface, inside the Caldwell County Jail. Surveillance reviews and disciplinary findings describe a corrections officer sharing information from an active murder investigation with inmates, conduct supervisors later warned could have put the accused at risk and compromised jail safety.
Seguin Officer Counseled After Eagle Pass Police Issue Trespass Warning
Internal affairs records show a Seguin police officer was counseled after an off-duty, late-night encounter in Eagle Pass resulted in a criminal trespass warning, though no criminal charges were filed.
Uhland City Council Faces Critical Test After Mayor’s Arrest
The Hawk’s Eye CN reached out to Councilmember Ronald Merrill for comment regarding the residency and homestead questions described above. As of publication, Merrill had not responded.
TABC Agent Collected Education Stipend Based on Degree He Did Not Hold
A Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission enforcement agent was fired after internal investigators concluded he falsely claimed a graduate degree to qualify for an education stipend, according to agency records. The dismissal followed an Office of Inspector General investigation and years of documented disciplinary actions.
Weimar Police Chief Resigns Weeks After City Manager Departure
The City of Weimar announced that Police Chief David Socha has resigned from his position, just weeks after the resignation of former City Manager Donald Dixson, following questions related to hiring, licensing, and background review practices within city government.
Hays County Judge Race Expands as Commissioner Michelle Gutierrez Cohen Enters Democratic Primary
Commissioner Michelle Gutierrez Cohen has announced she is running for Hays County judge, making the 2026 Democratic primary a three-way race while a Republican challenger has also filed.
Corpus Christi Police Officer Arrested in Kendall County Following Internal Probe
A Corpus Christi Police Department officer was arrested in Kendall County following an internal investigation that led to multiple criminal charges, according to police blotter, jail, and state licensing records.
Woman Sues VIA Transit Police After Whataburger Stop
A late-night drive-through stop at a San Antonio Whataburger has sparked a federal civil-rights lawsuit against VIA Metropolitan Transit Police. The suit, filed by Valerie Elizondo, accuses Officer Brandon Tamayo of dragging her from her car and assaulting her after mistaking the vehicle for a stolen one. The case comes as VIA is also dealing with another civil-rights lawsuit it quietly settled in 2025—an agreement the agency is now asking the Attorney General to keep confidential.