German Council on Foreign Relations Director Daniela Schwarzer discusses this weekend's CDU leadership contest and what to expect from whoever wins the contest. Governor Greg Abbott today surged substantial statewide resources to cities throughout Texas in response to escalating protest violence. Best of 2020 ... Oregon, to protest the building’s closure to the public during a special legislative session on coronavirus measures. San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg issued a curfew from 11:30 p.m. on Saturday until 6 a.m. Sunday as a result of escalating tensions at protests… About 100 protesters who reached the Alamo at about 10:30 p.m. were met with a line of San Antonio police at Alamo Plaza and East Crockett Street who started lobbing tear gas and firing projectiles at the crowd. San Antonio protest over George Floyd's death. San Antonio and Texas leaders are reacting after supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol Wednesday. By Silvia Foster-Frau, Sig Christenson and Jacob Beltran, Staff writers, Fourth day of protests in San Antonio that started out largely peaceful ends in violence, These $19k SUVs Will Make You Trade in Your Car, © Bob Owen, Staff-photographer / San Antonio Express-News. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Homeowners in one Texas neighborhood spent their Memorial Day cleaning up after severe storms over the holiday weekend spawned a tornado on the northwest side of San Antonio. "Because I’m the mayor of this goddamn city, and we’re going to make changes together.”. San Antonio protest over George Floyd's death Protesters have gathered in downtown San Antonio to protest the death of George Floyd. The crowd began arguing with him for a moment until deputies escorted him out of the group for his own safety. “We’re tired. As marchers hit the streets of downtown for the fourth day in a row to honor George Floyd and to protest police violence, the Texas Army National Guard said it was sending 100 soldiers to San Antonio to support state troopers. A 24-year-old Texas college student may have been murdered because she resembled the killer's ex. Now, they're heading toward the Alamodome. “It’s physically painful when people need to have conversation with their 3- and 4-year-olds about why it is these protests are happening. San Antonio Police officers deploy in front of the Alamo in downtown San Antonio, Texas, U.S. on Saturday, May 30, 2020. The city said Tuesday that Alamo Plaza will be closed to car and pedestrian traffic every night until Sunday, from 8:30 to 6 a.m. as “a precautionary measure to minimize the possibility of civil disturbance and damage to sensitive structures.”. For the last two weeks, thousands have turned in San Antonio to protest against police brutality in the wake of George Floyd 's death while in Minneapolis police custody. “We are here to show them that we will stand for what is right and for our lives.”. Posted by KENS 5 … Bryan Ramirez, a local filmmaker documenting San Antonio’s weekend protests, captured the exchange on video. Qaiyyim, 24, addressed the protesters when they took a knee and held a moment of silence outside the courthouse before marching to Public Safety Headquarters. Charles Bryant's ex-girlfriend sits down in an exclusive interview. 1 of 21. Lexi Qaiyyim, 24, said Salazar’s words were nice to hear, but that there needs to be action. SAN ANTONIO, TX -- San Antonio political activists have scheduled a protest ahead of a visit by presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump's to raise cash for his campaign. Vergara holds his son Logan Vergara, 9, on his sholders with an unidentified woman. The officers responded to the attack by using pepper balls, smoke, wooden, and rubber projectiles at the marchers. Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. Zachariah Paul, 27, came with his friend Jay Windbush, 28. This is how he's responded. The Governor has ordered thousands more troopers to these cities and more than one thousand National Guard to assist the Department of … SAN ANTONIO PROTESTS We are at SAPD Headquarters downtown, where a peaceful protest is still ongoing. As the protesters were regrouping at East Commerce and Losoya streets, a line of officers once again began pushing the protesters down East Commerce toward North Presa Street. According to a tweet by SAPD officials, about 30 minutes later, glass bottles had been thrown at officers. We the people demand an end to no-knock warrants, except in special circumstances. Jacob Beltran is a reporter covering San Antonio and Bexar County. We the people demand that a minimum of $250,000 be paid to the family of any unarmed civilian that is killed unlawfully by any police officer. #election2016 #politics2016 #trump #sanantonio #thealamo. News Face Masks San Antonio Texas Police An "unplanned but organized protest" by anti-maskers at a Texas mall ended in one man being arrested last week, police have said. The list of demands made to Nirenberg are below: In a memo sent to the San Antonio City Council on Thursday, Nirenberg said that the city can't rely on policing to "supplement a lack of investment" in the communities and residents, calling for the city council to adopt a resolution ahead of the next San Antonio Police Officer Association collective bargaining agreement that better outlines the community's priorities. Connect with friends faster than ever with the new Facebook app. “We have been silenced, and we have been told to stay in our lane, but we won’t. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020, as they are watched by law enforcement officers. FIND OUT FIRST: Get San Antonio breaking news directly to your inbox. On the courthouse steps, speakers led chants. We the people demand that a zero tolerance policy be issued on racism and discrimination in all police departments, jails and court houses. jbeltran@express-news.net | Twitter: @JBfromSA, Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, Sister of Black woman killed by Capitol Police hopes riot will shed light on troubling case, Fact check: Trump loses several perks only with impeachment conviction by Jan. 20. Felix Luna was among the sea of hundreds of Trump supporters Wednesday,and flew a lone Biden flag. Regards the disappearance of 43 male student teachers attacked by … San Antonio, TX » Weather Closings. They’re boisterous. We the people demand that all officers involved in the unarmed killing of civilians that are deemed to be unjustified be terminated immediately from duty without pay or legal representation at the taxpayer's expense and lose their police pension pay. SAN ANTONIO (WOAI/KABB) — Before Thanksgiving weekend arrived, several health and government officials worried COVID-19 cases would see a dramatic surge in numbers. The police presence largely was unseen, save for deputies standing behind a barricade at the Paul Elizondo courthouse and a police helicopter overhead. This Facebook Live is brought to you by Carabin Shaw, P.C. Tuesday’s largely peaceful protest started about 5 p.m. at the Bexar County Courthouse, as hundreds gathered despite a rain forecast. COVID Updates: San Antonio officials reported 3,002 new cases Sunday — by far the most in one day “Love all. Ran into this protest around 9:30pm CST on Nov. 12th, 2016. They’re enthusiastic about what they’re doing, but they’re doing no harm,” Salazar said. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. Last week. Author: KENS 5 Staff (KENS 5) Published: 3:01 PM CST January 6, … Here is what protesters in San Antonio are demanding of Mayor Nirenberg. Protesters have gathered in downtown San Antonio to protest the death of George Floyd. “I want the country to be better,” she said. San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV helped clean up some of the buildings in San Antonio that were damaged during the George Floyd protests Saturday night. Dashia Miles, right, holds two signs during the protest. Dashia Miles, above center, yells with other protestors. Another line of officers then came down Losoya Street and fired another round of rubber bullets at protesters. From there, parts of the crowd had dispersed as the police continued their operation. “They’re a loud group. Protesters lie down at the Bexar County Courthouse, chanting and hitting the ground in anger over the death of George Floyd Tuesday night, June 2, 2020. RELATED: Timeline: Nirenberg handed 'list of demands' on sixth day of S.A. protests. Greg Abbott ordered the soldiers to San Antonio along with other cities “at the direction of the president,” said Brandon Jones, a Texas Guard spokesman. Local activist groups joined for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse. Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar also was at the courthouse, and he and a few other deputies found themselves surrounded by members of the crowd when he went to greet them. For the last two weeks, thousands have turned in San Antonio to protest against police brutality in the wake of George Floyd 's death while in Minneapolis police custody. Another 50 Texas Air National Guard personnel were sent to the Alamo City on Tuesday to help the DPS and provide logistical support. It was not how Luna expected to spend the day before his 17th birthday. We the people demand that a newly revised clear rules of engagement be issued to the police departments with a zero-tolerance policy for violators. “We want to make sure that none of us die any longer,” Jourdyn Parks told the crowd as her two young sons and daughter watched her from the sidelines. Today’s protest was a teachable moment and an opportunity to practice balancing civic engagement with civility. People took to the streets of San Antonio to protest … The mayor then got on the microphone and spoke directly to the protesters. The sheriff said deputies with riot gear were waiting out of sight, ready to intervene should the need arise. Regards the disappearance of 43 male student teachers attacked by … Nirenberg seemed receptive to the demands, promising to set up a meeting with Pharoah Clark, the leader of Uniting America Through Wisdom, a group active in the weeks-long protests. Get San Antonio breaking news directly to your inbox, Timeline: Nirenberg handed 'list of demands' on sixth day of S.A. protests. Local advocates are also using this opportunity to demand police reform. Around San Antonio Things to Do Newcomers Guide Community Calendar ... crowd of hundreds was an intimidating sight for one young Biden supporter who spent hours greatly outnumbered at the protest. The University of Texas at San Antonio, a Hispanic Serving Institution situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. Thousands of protesters march through downtown San Antonio, Texas, on Saturday, May 30, 2020, to protest the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. These platforms include reviewing community policing programs, use of force policies and mental health de-escalation measures as well as developing legislation that addresses public safety unions, qualified immunity and transparency in officer personnel records. This articulated bus careened off a road and was left dangling from an overpass after it crashed in the Bronx in New York CIty. Video: San Antonio Express-News “We’re against the state,” he told them. Some of the soldiers, who have training in law enforcement and crowd control but will not have arrest powers, either were here or would arrive by today, Jones said, and would support the DPS wherever protests might occur. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. “We’re hearing the Alamo, but I don’t know how true that is,” Jones said of potential trouble spots. protest organizers handed Mayor Ron Nirenberg a list of demands and changes they want implemented in the San Antonio Police Department, including the vetting of recruits and a civilian review board to assist with police complaints. “Because I actually do want America to be great for the first time, I stand, and I do this.”. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. San Antonio's protest began in Travis Park around 5:30 p.m. A diverse crowd of more than 1,000 people, most wearing masks due to the pandemic, … An Army veteran, she says she loves her country — and that’s why she protests. We the people demand that an independent civilian review board be formed with complete access to police complaints and power to issue disciplinary actions against violators. No more,” she said. “This is the first time that some real change has started to happen,” she said, referring to the arrest of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer seen in a video kneeling on Floyd’s neck before his death. At a university of UTSA’s caliber, it is expected that our diverse student body will have strong convictions that inspire occasional protests. Video: Why activists say police unions stand in the way of meaningful reform (MSNBC), A bus careened off a road and dangled from an overpass in the Bronx in New York City, "48 Hours" investigates if a woman was murdered because she resembled the killer's ex-girlfriend, Extremely close race to be the next CDU leader, analyst says, Dutch PM's Coalition Collapses Two Months Before Election, Former White House photographer shares predictions for inauguration, Fmr. C.J. There was a smaller protest on June 4 to make the public aware of police brutality and systemic racism. "No racist USA no Trump, no hate! A spokesman with Nirenberg's office said the mayor has had three different meetings with organizers since being given the demands. (Andrew Salinero) November 11, 2014. Hundreds of people gathered at the City Hall building on May 30 and June 1 to peacefully protest in wake of the murder of George Floyd and police reform. Fourth day of protests in San Antonio that started out largely peaceful ends in violence Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. In addition, Nirenberg said he wants to create a public platform to address public safety, community health and equity and intergovernmental relations. Protest demonstration in front of the Mexican Consulate in San Antonio, Texas. Locals hit Main Plaza downtown Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, to protest President Donald Trump and Trump's latest executive order on immigration. This resolution includes officer disciplinary procedures and a healthier balance of the city's budget. As of about 5 p.m. Tuesday, Mayor Ron Nirenberg had not been told of the order to reinforce the DPS with Guard members, said his spokesman, Bruce Davidson. We the people demand the city create a website devoted to 100 percent transparency on all police brutality and police complaints of any kind. San Antonio mayor imposes curfew. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Public Safety Headquarters of San Antonio, and Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. 144 of 184 Police officers form a line blocking protestors from the Alamo Plaza during a protest to honor George Floyd in downtown in San Antonio, Texas, on May 30, … The line of officers then started pushing the crowd down East Crockett Street until they reached Losoya Street. Gov. San Antonio resident Trestan Patton was at the Alamo riot, where police stood in front of armed militia members from a group called the Texas Freedom Fighters, who guarded a monument by the Alamo that was graffitied Friday. Local activist groups join for a protest march to the Bexar County Courthouse, on Tuesday, June, 2, 2020. Salazar told the crowd members the majority of law enforcement officers locally support them. Police officers gear up in front of demonstrators in downtown San Antonio, Texas, on June 2, 2020. 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Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. “They’re just frustrated with what’s going on in our country.”, As the sheriff was walking out of the crowd, he and others encountered a man who drew the group’s ire as he shouted, “Latinos for Trump!”. Pharaoh Clark announces a list of demands he will present to San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg during a protest in downtown San Antonio, Texas, on June 4, 2020. At one point, they reminded the crowd that the San Antonio police union contract is up for renewal next year — a chance to advocate for more protections for their community. We the people demand that all current and future recruits be vetted and polygraphed for racist ideology and discrimination. 12:30 a.m. | A protest march that began peacefully Tuesday ended hours later when police in Alamo Plaza began firing projectiles at the crowd that they said attacked them with bottles. “They’re a young group,” Salazar said. November 11, 2014. About why you can’t be black in America without a pre-existing death penalty.”. Protest demonstration in front of the Mexican Consulate in San Antonio, Texas. Taylor Pettaway is a breaking news and general assignment reporter for MySA.com | taylor.pettaway@express-news.net | @TaylorPettaway, Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, Sister of Black woman killed by Capitol Police hopes riot will shed light on troubling case, Fact check: Trump loses several perks only with impeachment conviction by Jan. 20, Why activists say police unions stand in the way of meaningful reform. Posted by KENS 5 & Kens5.com on Saturday, May 30, 2020 The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has also deployed tactical teams to assist state and local law enforcement. This was Parks’ third protest this week. And tired is just an emotion,” Paul said. SAN ANTONIO PROTESTS We are flying over a protest downtown, where it appears people were trying to get on the highway. 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