SAN MARCOS — Chelesta Amerson wore a black dress that day. As she prepared for the three-hour trip to San Marcos, she thought about the possibility that her son would be returning with her that evening. Her mood began to change as the hearing continued, realizing that she would be alone that night. ...

‘We will no longer hear that justice delayed is justice denied’ HAYS COUNTY — Hays County courts have long struggled with an immense load of backlogged criminal cases. Now, there might be some relief and justice finally served. The Hays County Commissioners Court unanimously approved four new positi...