Mar 8-21, 2023
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For decades, Philip Krumm served as the living embodiment of San Antonio’s avant garde
In addition to performing with 20th-century masters and having his own music catalogued in multiple releases, the composer has been a decades-long creative catalyst for the Alamo City.
Bill moving forward in Texas House would allow pain patients to access medical cannabis
The proposal would also change the potency cap for medical marijuana available under the state program.
Guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor may hail from across the pond, but she’s all about American blues
Taylor will perform Friday, March 24 at San Antonio’s Charline McCombs Empire Theatre.
San Antonio food truck park The Block brings back Michelada Mayhem
Seven food trucks will compete to mix up the tastiest michelada, and ticket holders get to vote on the winner.
Visit San Antonio launches food event that includes five-course meals at top local restaurants
Proceeds for the event will go toward the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation, which offers scholarships to up-and-coming chefs.
Kendall Batchelor trial postponed due to mountain of evidence submitted by state prosecutors
The intoxication manslaughter trial will now start on May 15.
WTF Food News: Coors Light releases non-alcoholic, beer-flavored popsicles
A six-pack of the boozeless popsicles will set you back more than $20.
San Antonio police say they’re ready for possible unrest if Trump is arrested
The former U.S. president could be arrested as early as Tuesday if a grand jury decides to criminally indict him.
Texas Senate committee advances bill that would block minors’ access to gender-affirming care
The Texas Pediatric Society, the Texas Psychological Association and other medical organizations testified against the bill last week.
FBI, San Antonio police, fire to conduct joint training session at Alamodome Tuesday
Residents in the area can expect to see marked emergency vehicles and helicopters throughout the evening.
New American Indian cultural center to open in San Antonio this Friday
The American Indians in Texas at the Spanish Colonial Missions Center will be a first-of-its-kind facility for San Antonio.
Grammy-nominated Americana artist Amythyst Kiah is coming to the Carver this weekend
Amythyst Kiah will perform at the Jo Long Theatre on March 25.
The 13th Annual Paella Challenge will return to San Antonio’s Mission County Park this Sunday
The cooking competition will highlight creations of 40 culinary pros from San Antonio and Mexico.
Nephtali De León will serve as San Antonio’s next Poet Laureate
De León will be Poet Laureate for 2023-2026, succeeding current Poet Laureate Andrea ‘Vocab’ Sanders.
City of San Antonio install temporary crosswalk in place where pedestrian bridge collapsed
The crosswalk will be temporary as the city, its insurance company and contractors work up a plan to replace the Pedro Romero Bridge.
Move over Austin. San Antonio is the ‘coolest’ spot in Texas, according to Canadian newspaper
The Toronto Star listed interactive art space Hopscotch and the Tobin Land Bridge as highlights.
Alamo Drafthouse completes seating upgrades at Stone Oak location ahead of schedule
The high-end movie theater chain will now embark on upgrading the lobby and bar area at the Stone Oak location.
San Antonio music venue the Paper Tiger hosting the Red Bull Batalla rap battle
The Red Bull Batalla is billed as the world’s largest Spanish-language freestyle rap battle.
Kentucky Fried Chicken now offering employees 100% paid tuition via Utah-based university
The partnership will offer employees degree in more than 60 different programs in business, IT, education and healthcare.
Former San Antonio partners in troubled Trump-era food contract suing each other
CRE8AD8 owner Gregorio Palomino and former partner chef Iverson Brownell are suing each other for fraud.
Mural of Victor Wembanyama in a Spurs jersey pops up on San Antonio’s South Side
French phenom Wembanyama has been described by LeBron James as a ‘generational talent.’
“He has a battle rifle”: Police feared Uvalde gunman’s AR-15
In previously unreleased interviews, police who responded to the Robb Elementary shooting told investigators they were cowed by the shooter’s military-style rifle. This drove their decision to wait for a Border Patrol SWAT team to engage him.
Nonprofit seeks donations to furnish housing community for homeless in San Antonio
The Towne Twin village will provide 204 housing units for those 50 year old older suffering from chronic homelessness.
Longtime San Antonio Mexican food spot Beto’s Alt-Mex has closed
Co-owner Chris Masker said his operating costs soared 40% over the past year.
Texas workers are owed $13.8 billion in unpaid overtime, according to study
On average, Texas workers clocked 2.6 hours per week of unpaid overtime last year.
Abortion training in Texas is vanishing
And traveling out of state won’t fix it.
This rancher doesn’t want a border wall on his land. He fears Texas will build it anyway.
Anti-border wall activists are racing to find landowners along the Rio Grande before they sign contracts with the state.
LULAC demands investigation of death of yet another Latina soldier at Texas’ Ft. Hood
Long Beach, California native Ana Basaldua Ruiz was found dead in her quarters at Ft. Hood in Killeen.
San Antonio rental prices rise 7% as interest rates push residents out of the housing market
The average price of a one bedroom apartment in San Antonio rose to $1,160 in March.
Moses Rose’s, Musk’s ‘Texas Utopia’: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
Plenty of people also read the Current‘s story about the security concerns of San Antonio residents of subsidized housing.
Rosario’s, Nicha’s Comida Mexicana: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
News of expansions for locally-owned Rosario’s, Nicha’s and Texas Dog Co. & Beer Garden dominated this week’s most-read food news.
Grammy-award winning country music singer Chris Stapleton is coming to San Antonio in October
Tickets go on sale at 10. a.m. on Friday, March 24.
H-E-B and Thumbtack app now offering handyman, pet services in 300+ stores
The partnership is the app’s first move into physical retail.
Marijuana and abortion will be on the ballot in San Antonio, Texas Supreme Court rules
No other petitions against the San Antonio Justice Charter can be filed until after May’s citywide election, the court also ruled.
New brunch spot Blush now open in San Antonio’s Southtown neighborhood
Its drinks are curated by Jeret Peña, known for his work on the cocktail programs at the Esquire Tavern, Hugman’s Oasis and others.
Northwest San Antonio business Sarah’s Barbacoa has shut down
The owner said she and her family members have other opportunities they’re pursuing.
San Antonians take home more of their paycheck than residents in most other cities, study says
On average, those earning more than $100,000 in San Antonio bring home 80% of their paycheck.
Family of girl critically injured by falling tree branch at San Antonio Zoo launches GoFundMe
The child injured by the tree branch, Jordyn, remains in the ICU with brain bleed and multiple other injuries.
San Antonio | The Saga video returns to San Fernando Cathedral
The display had been on hiatus since January so crews could work on the roof of the cathedral.
Texas Republicans push bills that would strip cities of ability to pass worker-protection ordinances
Labor groups argue that the proposals would hurt Texas workers, who enjoy few protections under state law.
San Antonio bar Home Room opening this week at site of former schoolhouse
The near East Side patio bar is a partnership between the owners of Pacific Moon and Charlie Brown’s Neighborhood Bar with an Austin backer.
One child in critical condition following tree branch collapse at San Antonio Zoo
San Antonio Zoo President and CEO Tim Morrow said teams are working to determine the cause of the accident.
Planned Parenthood South Texas opens privately funded clinic on San Antonio’s West Side
The new location marks Planned Parenthood South Texas’ fourth new healthcare center in the past 8 years.
Artpace reveals Spring 2023 International Artist-In-Residence Exhibitions
The three artists — Yuliya Lanina, Reynier Leyva Novo, and Nohemí Pérez — will deliberate on their work at a talk during the exhibition opening Thursday.
San Antonio steps up policy enforcement following last month’s deadly West Side dog attack
Animal Control Services will now issue criminal citations to owners of unrestrained dogs who bite residents, according to a new memo.
Little Bites: Live fire cooking, meat sweats, free ice cream making San Antonio food news this week
Dorrego’s new customizable paella lunch special and Ladino’s upcoming Greek wine dinner are also on the menu.
These San Antonio bars and restaurants are going further than green beer for St. Patrick’s Day
From cozy The Cottage Irish Pub to swanky rooftop joint 1 Watson, plenty of places are offering Irish-themed celebrations.
Spanish-speaking moviegoers think Netflix’s new movie Chupa has a sucky name
In its common usage, the word either means something sucks or describes a certain lewd act.
Seven injured, one critically, after tree branch falls on guests at San Antonio Zoo
Six of the injured were treated at the zoo before being brought to a local hospital as a precaution.
San Antonio’s historic Cool Crest Miniature Golf and Metzger Biergarten now open for summer
Cool Crest Miniature Golf’s two courses and Metzger Biergarten have reopened after their annual winter shutdown.
Eva Longoria’s film on the creation of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos took SXSW by storm. But is the story true?
Richard Montanez, a former janitor in a Frito-Lay factory, has taken credit for the snack’s invention. Company officials dispute his claim.
Platonic ‘cuddle parties’ are a thing, and people say they relieve stress. We went to one to see if that’s true.
Research shows nonsexual touch — such as hugging — can decrease stress and lower blood pressure. But not everyone may feel comfortable engaging in it with strangers.
Uvalde families ask to join suit pushing for DPS to release public records
The lawyers for some of the Uvalde families say there is “a compelling need” for records into the May 24 shooting at Robb Elementary to be publicly released.
Although Moses Rose’s owner wants $17 million, he valued bar at $527,000 in tax document
Vince Cantu, owner of the downtown San Antonio bar, has previously demanded $17 million from the Alamo Trust.
Austin’s Royal Blue Grocery expands San Antonio footprint with food trailer, second storefront
The mobile kitchen is now slinging eats near the former Francis Bogside site.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: The Zombies, Pachanga de San Patricio and more
San Antonio rappers Lilbootycall, Quentin Heartz and a$$phat are also performing together.
Ruby City celebrates Contemporary Art Month with event honoring artist Nancy Rubins
The free event will be held Saturday, March 18 in Ruby City’s Sculpture Garden.
Table Talk: A chat with Moureen Kaki of Saha Palestinian Cuisine
Kaki is chef and partner in Saha Palestinian Cuisine, and now doing a Saturday residency at Little Death Wine Bar.
San Antonio Brahmas return home for face-off against the Arlington Renegades at the Alamodome
The matchup against the Renegades will be the Brahmas’ first home game since Feb. 19.
Yamato: The Drummers of Japan will bring its infectious energy to the Tobin Center Sunday
The taiko drumming troupe is marking its 30th anniversary with its latest tour, Hinotori: The Wings of the Phoenix.
Spurs launch retro-style clothing line in collaboration with San Antonio-based Bexar Goods Co.
Among the new items is a Spurs leather wallet emblazoned with turquoise, fuschsia and orange accents.
Ted Cruz calling himself ‘bestselling author’ despite dropping $273,000 to buy his own books
The senator’s previous book hit the bestseller list after he used $153,000 in campaign cash to order it in mass quantities
Austin tech bro’s newsletter may have triggered collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, reports say
The bank’s meltdown has left some San Antonio tech companies unable to access deposits.
San Antonio’s Texas Dog Co. & Beer Garden is now serving people and their pups
The new spot offers amenities such as multiple dog runs, a food truck park and sand volleyball courts.
Widow of man killed in San Antonio dog attack hires Thomas J. Henry, files $1 million lawsuit
The suit alleges that the defendants failed to secure the dogs and that they knew the animals, which had attacked people before, posed a danger.
San Antonio’s iconic Pig Stand restaurant has closed
The diner on Broadway just north of downtown served San Antonio for 101 years.
Texas lawmaker’s bill would block access to info on abortion pills online, ban discussing them
The bill would even require phone and cable companies to block users’ access to online information about how to get abortion pills.
Drink Dok: The Manhattan cocktail offers almost infinite variations based on subtle changes
For those so inclined, the Manhattan lends itself to tinkering at home — and it’s almost bulletproof at any half-decent bar.
Cityscrapes: It’s time for San Antonio to look back on Hemisfair ’68 minus the mythology
The late ‘Red’ McCombs chaired the Hemisfair committee that realized the building of the Tower of the Americas. But did the fair really make SA what it is today?
Actor and comedian DeRay Davis brings stand-up tour to LOL Comedy Club this weekend
Davis is perhaps best known for his comedic takes on what it means to grow up Black and poor on Chicago’s South Side.
Nicha’s Comida Mexicana opens third location, this one near Churchill High School
The new location serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features a large patio space.
San Antonio Mexican food staple Rosario’s to close San Pedro location
Employees of the 9715 San Pedro Ave. restaurant will have the chance to relocate to the new Southtown location.
Cirque du Soleil will come to San Antonio this fall with U.S. tour of BAZZAR
The famed circus troupe is returning to the Alamo City for the first time since 2006.
Bud Light St. Patrick’s Festival and River Parade will turn San Antonio green this weekend
The high point occurs Saturday, when 12 Irish-themed floats carrying bagpipers and other entertainers will drift down for the St. Patrick’s River Parade.
Department of Public Safety warns Texans against traveling to Mexico for spring break
In recent weeks, 4 U.S. citizens were kidnapped in Mexico and 3 others have disappeared.
People of color underrepresented in hospitality industry leadership, San Antonio restaurateur says
Tavel Bristol-Joseph — who oversees operations of Pearl restaurant Ladino — joined three other esteemed Black chefs for a SXSW panel.
Residents of San Antonio’s subsidized housing complexes say they’re fed up with lack of security
People living in subsidized low-income housing operated by Opportunity Home say the agency has stopping stationing security guards at some of its complexes.
Two-way traffic to resume along North St. Mary’s Street by April, city official says
The St. Mary’s Strip project should be completed in its entirety by summer 2023, according to the Public Works Department.
In gun-laden TV ad, primary rival attacks U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales as ‘Republican in name only’
With nearly a year until her party’s 2024 primary, Medina County Republican Party Chairwoman Julie Clark is taking aim at the San Antonio congressman.
Legislature has little appetite to fund Ken Paxton’s settlement with whistleblowers
A lack of lawmaker support jeopardizes the attorney general’s $3.3 million settlement, which would resolve a lawsuit alleging Paxton fired high-ranking deputies who accused him of misconduct.
Uvalde gun-reform advocate says there should be more accountability for public officials
‘There’s so much lack of accountability that is still happening in my hometown, and justice would be for people to be held accountable,’ Jazmin Cazares said.
Texas Senate’s priority bills on higher ed would end tenure, diversity policies
The bills are part of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s list of priorities and, if passed as filed, could have profound impacts on how Texas universities recruit top faculty and other employees.
Millions of Texans are about to lose their health insurance
An estimated 2.7 million Texans are at risk of losing their Medicaid insurance after the public health emergency expires on March 31.
House unveils bill giving state authority to ‘repel’ and return migrants crossing from Mexico
House Bill 20 by state Rep. Matt Schaefer, R-Tyler, would test the boundaries of the state’s ability to enforce immigration law, which courts have historically ruled falls under federal purview.
Everclear, Pat Green, Latin Breed and Color Me Badd to headline San Antonio’s Fiesta Oyster Bake
As per usual, the popular Fiesta event will include stages for classic rock, Tejano, country and R&B.
3 Texas women sued for wrongful death after allegedly helping friend obtain abortion medication
In the first lawsuit of its kind since Roe v. Wade was overturned, a husband seeks damages from women who allegedly helped his ex-wife obtain the medications to terminate her pregnancy.
USAA, Spurs’ Kiss Me Cam: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
Readers also checked out news about right-wing gasbag State Rep. Bryan Slaton’s bullshit bill that would let Texans decide whether to secede from the United States.
Mimosa Gossip, Cowboys and Cadillacs: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
Lots of folks clicked on an article offering the chisme on a new brunch eatery coming to the Stone Oak area.
These San Antonio restaurants are celebrating Pi Day with deals on pizza, buttermilk pie
Rooster Crow Baking Co., Mattenga’s Pizzeria and North Italia are all getting in on the Pi Day action.
San Antonio’s Carriqui offering margarita discounts, new spare rib special
The recently opened restaurant will keeping the offerings going throughout March.
Billionaire Elon Musk building his own ‘Texas Utopia’ outside of Austin
Some on social media are comparing Musk’s town to the Branch Davidian complex in Waco.
Jinya Ramen Bar opening first San Antonio location next week
The Japan-born chain will offer free ramen to the first 50 people in line at both lunch and dinner service next Wednesday.
Third person arrested in connection to deadly dog attack on San Antonio’s West Side
Destiny Marie Cardona, 26, was arrested for threatening a neighbor who witnessed the dog attack, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by a local TV station.
With the ready-to-drink cocktail market taking off, Texas lawmakers weigh allowing them in grocery stores
Even though many spirits-based ready-to-drink cocktails contain no more alcohol than wine or many beers, they’re not available at H-E-B or in convenience-store coolers.
San Antonio utility execs say St. Mary’s Strip sewer problems shouldn’t have surprised contractor
Officials with San Antonio Water System said general contractor SpawGlass had access to documents showing that it could encounter issues with the old sewer line.
Making Monsters: San Antonio-tied short horror-comedy Dead Enders making debut at SXSW 2023
Dead Enders is a horror-comedy about a gas station clerk named Maya (Skarlett Redd), who encounters a hostile race of mind-controlling parasites during her late-night shift.
Texas led the U.S. in white supremacist propaganda last year, according to study
Incidents in Texas increased by 61% least year, nearly double the rate of growth across the U.S.
Texas cannabis decriminalization bill wins House committee approval
The proposal, which would make low-level marijuana possession a ticketable offense, hasn’t yet been scheduled for a full House vote.
San Antonio’s Tobin Center hosts free outdoor screening of Hidden Figures Friday
Set during the 1960s space race, the film tells the true story of Black female mathematicians Katherine Johnson, Mary Jackson and Dorothy Vaughan, who worked as human computers to get astronaut John Glenn into orbit.
Ken Paxton’s whistleblowers ask Texas Supreme Court to take up their case as $3.3 million settlement in jeopardy
Lawyers for four former employees who accused the attorney general of firing them for reporting alleged crimes to authorities say Paxton won’t agree to finalizing the deadline by the end of this legislative session.
San Antonio gallery Sala Diaz earns hefty grant from Milwaukee’s Ruth Foundation for the Arts
Artist-run Sala Diaz’s grant totals between $50,000 and $100,000, and it comes while the gallery is in the midst of an expansion.
Live concert performance to showcase the music of Netflix nature docuseries Our Planet
British broadcasting legend and biologist David Attenborough and Emmy Award-winning actor William Shatner will provide onscreen co-narration as striking scenes of the natural world come to life.
Free, family-friendly event at San Antonio’s Confluence Park honors World Water Day this Saturday
Creators of all ages can join the fun with hands-on activities such as plant potting, giant bubble blowing and Gyotaku printing of fish, turtles and frogs.
San Antonio food trailer European Dumplings Cafe to open first brick-and-mortar location
The owners of a year-old Ukrainian food trailer will open their Castle Hills restaurant on March 18.
San Antonio Spurs’ weak defensive numbers likely to be liability for Friday’s matchup with Nuggets
MVP frontrunner Nikola Jokic is averaging 24 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for the Nuggets.
Punnily-named kite and dog-themed Fest of Tails returns to San Antonio’s McAllister Park Saturday
In addition to kite demonstrations and family kite flying, the gathering will include live music, food and a variety of vendors, including some selling pet products and treats.
San Antonio police chief, Bexar County DA blame city’s rising crime on Texas’ open-carry gun law
‘I feel less safe in my own neighborhood than I did 10 years ago,’ Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales said.
Vegan taco spot Plantaqueria now open in downtown San Antonio
The new restaurant focuses on vegan renditions of classic taqueria fare, and it makes its own tortillas.
Still the Silos: Long-running band that fuses roots, country and jangly pop is headed to San Antonio
The Silos, led by singer-songwriter Walter Salas-Humara, will play Thursday at the Lonesome Rose with Buttercup opening.
At least 3 Republicans want to challenge San Antonio Rep. Tony Gonzales after censure vote
‘Anyone who laces them up against Tony Gonzales is running a fool’s errand,’ a spokesman for Gonzales’ campaign said.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: New Order, Kenia Os, Lucki and more
Static-X, Andrew Duhon, Bodysnatcher and Skeletal Remains are also hitting San Antonio stages.
