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By Jissela Cabrera News Reporter   SAN MARCOS – An appellate court ruled in favor of the State of Texas, appealing Proposition A, a voter-approved decriminalization ordinance for marijuana. In 2022, the ordinance was approved by over 80% of San Marcos voters, in which the San Marcos Police Department could no longer arrest or cite people for misdemeanor possession of marijuana up to four ounces. However, on April 17, The […]

SAN MARCOS - Criminal District Attorney Kelly Higgins announced Thursday that the Hays County Grand Jury issued a no-bill in the criminal case against Jacobe De Leon Oshea Ferguson, 31, who was arrested for Arson Causing Bodily Injury/Death and accused of starting the tragic 2018 fire at Iconic Village and Vintage Pads. After meeting for two months, the grand jury did not find sufficient evidence to indict Ferguson on the […]

By Ashley Waters News Reporter SAN MARCOS — Texas State is moving forward with a series of infrastructure projects aimed at accommodating campus growth and addressing student needs. The plans include new residence halls, parking facilities and academic buildings in multiple disciplines. One of the more visible initiatives is Hilltop Housing Phase 2, located behind the Student Recreation Center. The project follows the first phase, which opened in fall 2023, […]

By Jissela Cabrera News Reporter Hays County, Texas— A multi-agency operation in Dripping Springs on April 1 resulted in the arrest of 47 individuals, including nine minors, who authorities allege are connected to a Venezuelan transnational gang. The operation involved U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Homeland Security and the Hays County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO). The FBI’s […]

By Felicity Guajardo News and Culture Director Majority of the San Marcos City Council agreed to carry forward a possible resolution that would pass a ceasefire for Palestine and an arms embargo on Israel. This would be a symbolic resolution that would recognize Palestine as a sovereign nation. Council Members Alyssa Garza and Amanda Rodriguez led the discussion of agenda item 16 and advocated for the resolution saying Palestinians deserve […]

By Felicity Guajardo Director of News and Culture As of January 20th, all places that were deemed as sanctuary jurisdictions, such as churches and schools, would have a pause on federal funding if they appeared to interfere with federal law regarding immigration. This is according to the “Protecting the American People Against Invasion” order by President Trump. The State of Texas adopted SB 4 in Sept. 2017 banning sanctuary cities […]

By Emma Peters Assistant Director of News  The city is asking residents, businesses and visitors to provide feedback on the downtown parking situation through a new survey. The goal is to gather valuable insights to improve parking availability, efficiency and accessibility in the area, though some businesses remain uncertain about how parking can be improved or expanded. The city is primarily seeking feedback that will guide data-driven strategies aimed at […]

By Ashley Waters News Reporter SAN MARCOS, Texas – The San Marcos Planning and Zoning Commission voted Wednesday to deny a proposed student housing development after a lengthy discussion focused on density, parking, and its impact on the surrounding community. The proposed project, located at 210 West Hutchison Street, was designed to provide additional student housing for Texas State University. However, commissioners and residents raised concerns about the building’s height, […]