Flurry of 911 calls has been coming from ICE detention site near San Antonio
The calls, ranging from suicide attempts to sexual abuse, paint a picture of inhumane conditions inside the South Texas ICE Processing Center in Pearsall.
Poll: Texas voters disapprove of Trump, Abbott, Patrick, Paxton and Cruz ahead of midterms
51% of the state’s voters disapprove of Trump — a tie for the highest negative approval rating ever recorded for him in University of Texas polling.
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz crashing out over Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral primary win
In a series of tweets, Cruz trotted out old-fashioned Islamophobia and advised New Yorkers to flee to Texas.
Texas families sue to block state law mandating display of Ten Commandments in classrooms
The suit argues the law is unconstitutional, and its filing comes days after a federal appeals court threw out a similar Louisiana law.
Top Paxton deputy accused of witness tampering during impeachment trial
In dueling lawsuits, current and former employees of the attorney general’s office sling allegations that threaten to intrude on Paxton’s U.S. Senate bid.
North Texas Republican Party chair posts online poll asking whether ‘Jews’ or ‘Muslims’ are bigger threat
The survey comes amid heightened threats against Jews and Muslims in the United States.
Federal Elections Commission questions paperwork of new PAC supporting Ken Paxton
Federal regulators said the fundraising organization didn’t make it clear whether it operates independently or as part of Paxton’s campaign.
San Antonio Spurs draft pick Dylan Harper tells Wemby he’s ready to get to work
Despite concerns about drafting another guard, Spurs General Manager Brian Wright told reporters that positions don’t matter in the modern NBA.
Beloved San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters talks about stepping out of the spotlight to battle cancer
Waters will host the Pride Wrap Party this Sunday, and there’s also an all-star benefit show scheduled for July 5.
San Antonio-based fast-food chain Whataburger launching first-ever line of craft beverages
The new menu drop is part of the South Texas burger institution’s 75th anniversary celebration.
Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival and Parade 2025 to take place this Saturday
LGBTQ+ nightspots along the Main Strip parade route offer viewing, and some are presenting special events and performances.
Yes singer Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks bringing ambitious set list to San Antonio
The group will perform 1970s classics from the pioneering prog band plus new material when it plays the Tobin Center this Friday.
Iconic Jolly Jack statue at San Antonio-based Sea Island’s original restaurant removed for repairs
Jolly Jack’s makeover is expected to take 8 weeks, according to the restaurant chain.
Who’s organizing San Antonio’s 50501 protests and what’s next for them?
Due to 50501’s decentralized nature, the San Antonio chapter is largely on its own.
Fitness influencer called ‘Liver King’ arrested for challenging Texas resident Joe Rogan to a fight
The influencer, known for eating raw liver and peddling a ‘primitive’ lifestyle, targeted Rogan in a series of unhinged posts.
Attorney for man accused of killing San Antonio actor Jonathan Joss says client acted in self defense
Defense attorney Nico LaHood said Joss harassed his client for years, but the actor’s friends said he wasn’t a violent man.
Republican budget bill would jeopardize college funding for 150,000 low-income Texas students
The package also would cut SNAP benefits and Medicaid for tens of thousands of Texas students.
San Antonio Reddit page moderators face backlash after crackdown on ICE-related posts
The vague guidelines come as ICE raids nationwide ramp up due to daily quotas demanded by the Trump administration.
Progressive Rep. Greg Casar has a playbook he wants Democrats to use in 2026
San Antonio-Austin Rep. Casar, the chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, thinks economic populism and ‘authentic candidates’ can win back recently converted GOP voters.
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes $50 million in funding to build cyber campus at Port San Antonio
The governor said the new military-focused site would duplicate the efforts of the state’s Texas Cyber Command.
Texas remains nation’s most uninsured state, new study finds
Texas also ranked as having the nation’s second-worst healthcare system. Only Mississippi’s is worse.
Mural of likely San Antonio Spurs draft pick Dylan Harper pops up in Southtown
The Spurs are hosting a NBA Draft watch party at the team’s North Side training facility starting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
20th Annual Ram Jam to honor the late proprietor of legendary San Antonio venue Taco Land
The festival this Saturday and Sunday honors the ‘godfather of San Antonio’s alternative scene’ and proprietor of one of the longest-running punk venues in Texas.
Texas hemp supplier offers 20% discount after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls THC merchants ‘terrorists’
Hemp company Hometown Hero made “BAN DAN” the coupon code for its new promotion.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Voodoo Glow Skulls, Tony Kamel, Them Dirty Roses
Ruben V, Michael O’Connor and Keith Davis also will participate in an in-the-round songwriter event at Sam’s Burger Joint.
San Antonio Spurs partner with Paris-based crypto security company in jersey sponsorship deal
The Spurs are only the fourth NBA team to partner with a foreign-based company for a jersey sponsorship.
Texas directs public universities to identify undocumented students
The directive comes after a court rescinded undocumented students’ eligibility for in-state tuition. It’s unclear what information schools might ask from students and how their immigration data will be protected.
San Antonio Metro Health will keep childhood vaccination clinic open despite federal funding cuts
Earlier, Metro Health officials warned they’d need to close the operation by July 1. Even so, its future funding remains uncertain.
San Antonio officials say local film industry poised to expand due to new state subsidies
Combined with state subsides, filmmakers staging productions in San Antonio could get a 38.5% rebate on production costs — but with major caveats.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes summer lunch program for low-income kids
More than 3.75 million Texas children would have benefitted from the program.
Assclown Alert: Crusading against the demon weed with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
The lieutenant governor claimed without proof that Texas smoke shops are being operated by foreign terrorist organizations.
Influential thrashers Death Angel bringing latest tour to San Antonio’s Vibes Event Center
Tickets are on sale now for the package tour also featuring Toxic Holocaust, Lions at the Gate and Misfire.
San Antonio H-E-B physician arrested on charges he tried to record co-workers in bathroom
Authorities charged Dr. Marshall Brittan Silva with invasive visual recording, according to a media report.
Did Texas lawmakers do enough for children with disabilities? These child care advocates say no.
Lawmakers added $100 million to a child care scholarship program but failed to expand access to free preschool for children with disabilities.
Former astronaut Terry Virts launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate in Texas
The early announcement tees up what is likely to be a crowded primary field angling for the seat held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn.
Texas governor’s special legislative session to include five other items aside from THC regulation
The special session will begin July 21. It’s the ninth such session called by Abbott since he took office in 2015.
San Antonio diner staple Max & Louie’s to open second location
The new restaurant will be in the Cibolo Crossing development.
Federal judge rules Texas illegally put thousands of people with mental disabilities into nursing homes
U.S. District Court Judge Orlando Garcia of San Antonio said the state did ‘irreparable injury’ to people it cut off from assistive services required under law.
Texas governor kills state’s new THC ban with late-night veto
Instead, Gov. Greg Abbott called for a special legislative session to regulate the industry and keep its products away from minors.
San Antonio Congressman Joaquin Castro blasts Trump’s attack on Iran as illegal, reckless
Castro said a destabilized Iran could splinter into warring factions, prompting a rise in terror groups.
Judge places temporary block on rule requiring urban DAs to hand over case data to AG Ken Paxton
Over half of the district attorneys affected by the rule filed lawsuits challenging it, saying it violates state and federal law.
PETA calls on SeaWorld San Antonio to scatter dead orca’s ashes in the ocean
Kamea the Orca is the second aquatic mammal to die in SeaWorld San Antonio’s care since 2024.
Gov. Greg Abbott could amend Texas’ THC ban during a special session, observer speculates
Other topics that could be covered in a special session include redistricting and banning municipalities from hiring lobbyists with tax dollars.
San Antonio Zoo to celebrate World Giraffe Day on Saturday with DJ, educational activities
World Giraffe Day is a global event that aims to educate people about the plight of our spotted, long-necked friends.
Union Pacific train derails on San Antonio’s East Side during lunchtime rush
The train derailed around noon, sending cars shooting off the tracks and shaking nearby buildings.
What the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on gender-affirming care ban means for Texas
The court split 6-3 along ideological lines on a case from Tennessee. About two dozen states have similar bans in place.
Texas Court blocks San Antonio from offering funds for out-of-state abortions
The ruling is a win for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, an anti-abortion crusader who sued to stop the city from earmarking the funds.
San Antonio minor accused of school-shooting plot could be let go if prosecutors fail to charge him soon
The state has until June 26 to submit all evidence against the youth and formally bring charges.
First independent PAC forms to back Texas Attorney General’s run against Sen. John Cornyn
The PAC will help fuel AG Ken Paxton’s pricy primary fight against Cornyn, who has $4.1 million in the bank.
ICE reportedly raids San Antonio construction site near the Pearl
The raid reportedly occurred days after President Trump said he would crack down on blue cities that participated in ‘No Kings Day’ marches.
Suspect arrested for mass shooting threat toward San Antonio Jewish community site
FBI officials tipped off local police about the threat Thursday, resulting in the early closure of the Barshop Jewish Community Center.
Meals On Wheels waiting lists grow as Texas braces for federal funding cuts
State chapters of the nonprofit group that provide meals to seniors are waiting to hear from Washington how much of a hit their battered budgets will take.
Honey’s Chicken, a new restaurant tied to Smoke Shack BBQ, now serving in Northeast San Antonio
Honey’s, several years in the works, specializes in fried chicken, chicken sandwiches and chicken salads.
San Antonio rock outfit Street Lamp looks to bring its energetic sound to a bigger stage
The hard-working quartet’s next show will take place this Sunday at The Mix.
Trump pollsters find 61% of Texas voters, including majority of GOP voters, oppose state THC ban
Gov. Greg Abbott has until Sunday to sign the bill into law, veto or it or allow it to go into effect without his signature.
Last week’s canceled Shakira show in San Antonio rescheduled to July 5
The Alamodome will honor all tickets sold to the originally scheduled show.
Veterans and activists will say ‘no war with Iran’ with two Wednesday protests in San Antonio
The two simultaneous protests at 6 p.m. come as fears mount over potential U.S. military intervention in Iran.
San Antonio and Bexar County issue joint disaster declaration in aftermath of deadly flooding
The declaration seeks state funds and assistance in response to flash floods that killed 13 people last week.
Audit shows agency overseeing Texas’ jails repeatedly failed to investigate prisoner complaints
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards’ oversight failures jeopardized inmate safety, according to a new audit.
Edwards Aquifer Conservancy board member resigns after report he praised Hitler in online posts
Don Laffere’s now-deleted account on social media platform X included racist and antisemitic posts, according to a media outlet’s investigation.
Tucker Carlson blasts Iran hawk Ted Cruz for appearing not to know basic facts about the Islamic republic
Cruz is all in favor of regime change in Iran, despite not knowing how many people live there.
Rocky next free movie in San Antonio’s Outdoor Family Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza
The 1976 Oscar winner will screen this Thursday.
Bad Takes: San Antonio leaders should crack down on wage theft as Congress squeezes working class
Wage theft steals more from working people than any other crime in the U.S., according to one analysis.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Digable Planets, Westside Horns, Booker T.
Canadian trio Elita is also bringing is enigmatic post-punk sound to the Paper Tiger.
Attorney General Ken Paxton requests new execution date for Robert Roberson
A judge could set a new execution date for no sooner than 90 days from now, though Roberson has a pending appeal.
Cooking Up Conversation: PJ Edwards of San Antonio’s Meadow Neighborhood Eatery & Bar
Edwards opened up his Southern-inspired restaurant in the Alley on Bitters in 2018 with his wife Lindsay.
How Trump is changing higher education: The view from UT-San Antonio
Around the country, university students report changes to campus clubs and activities, diminished research opportunities, and fears for international students’ safety.
Texas again lowers restrictions on certain firearms, passes on regulations
Lawmakers passed a handful of bills aimed at easing access to guns as a new pediatric study links state legislation to increased firearm deaths.
San Antonio man arrested for threatening to kill protesters at last weekend’s ‘No Kings’ march
Travis Ryan Hayson has since been released on $20,000 bond.
San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters says she’s taking break due to cancer diagnosis
‘I’m determined to fight with everything I’ve got and come back stronger, healthier and more grateful than ever,’ she said via social media.
Board rules two San Antonio council members violated city ethics code
Meanwhile, the same panel dismissed an ethics complaint filed against former mayoral candidate Beto Altamirano.
Bills to protect Texas’ water supply died as state legislature bogged down in culture war debates
At least nine significant water-protection bills died because lawmakers couldn’t get to them, the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance said.
University of Texas at San Antonio-UT Health merger approved by higher-ed accrediting body
The merged institution will be rebranded ‘UT San Antonio’ early this fall.
Some Texans fear a looming THC ban could return them to opioids, illegal options
Texas hemp users stockpile products and consider moving out of state as ban looms, saying the medical marijuana program is currently an untenable alternative.
City of San Antonio launching investigation into cause of last week’s deadly flooding
A vigil honoring the 13 flood victims will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Joaquin Castro says he was on alleged Minnesota assassin’s hit list
Castro was among 45 names on the hit list found in the alleged assassin’s vehicle.
Fatburger chain will open new San Antonio location this fall, this one near Stone Oak
The store will be the LA-based chain’s fourth in the Alamo City.
Texas quietly shuts down its border wall program after building just 8%
Texas officials suggested the federal government could pick up construction. However, during President Trump’s first term, his administration built about one-third of what the state was able to put up in the same amount of time.
Both of San Antonio’s 2025 James Beard Award finalists leave empty handed
Local restaurants Leche de Tigre and Mixtli were finalists for the coveted award, and both said they’re ready to try again.
San Antonio’s Cocktail: The Event bringing tiki theme to Briscoe later this month
The Thursday, June 26, gathering will feature the city’s best mixologists shaking up creative, tiki-inspired tipples.
Experts worry about natural disaster readiness as Trump’s phase-out of FEMA moves ahead
Trump said he’ll start dismantling the Federal Emergency Management Agency this year: ‘We want to bring it down to the state level.’
Freedom’s Song: A Journey Through Gospel Radio bringing music, knowledge to San Antonio’s Tobin Center
The event this Wednesday will highlight the vital role gospel music plays in Black history.
Birria Barrio opens two new locations in San Antonio
The business has opened two new locations in the span of a month.
Be Kind Rewind owners opening spooky new tiki bar in downtown San Antonio
Paradise Unknown invites you to set a course into the mysterious tropics, if you dare.
San Antonio Art League exhibition serves up artworks arranged as dining table installations
Multi-artist show ‘The Fine ART of Dining’ will be on display through Friday, Aug. 8.
Study: Texas’ coming wave of power plants to fuel data centers will surge greenhouse gas pollution
Companies plan to build more than 100 new gas-fired power plants to meet demand from data centers, AI and other energy-hungry industries.
Iconic disco act Chic will perform at San Antonio’s Tobin Center as part of annual fundraiser
Tickets for the Nov. 1 concert are on sale and benefit the Tobin’s Generation NEXT programs.
After El Paso joined Abbott’s border crackdown, the number of dead migrants in the New Mexico desert surged
Since El Paso joined Operation Lone Star in 2022, migrant remains discovered in the desert west of the city have increased every year, even as they have declined in every other border sector.
Bexar County Medical Examiner has identified 12 of the 13 dead from San Antonio flooding
Authorities recovered most of the bodies along Beitel Creek in Northeast San Antonio.
San Antonio’s Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery deserves its Michelin Guide designation
True to Southerleigh’s Bib Gourmand award, diners will find high-quality fare delivered at a price that’s easy on the pocketbook.
Texas DPS makes arrest after warning state lawmakers of ‘credible threats’ tied to Capitol protest
The agency said there was no additional active threat, as Austin demonstrators took aim at the Trump administration.
New album by San Antonio’s Very Old Morris, Last of the Rodeo Clowns, explores memory, nostalgia
Very Old Morris is a moniker for singer-songwriter Jerid Morris, who also plays in the Texases and El Campo.
Artist Michael Guerra Foerster rallies San Antonio ceramics community for exhibition at Central Library
‘Transfiguration’ opens June 14 and runs through Aug. 2 at San Antonio’s Central Library.
New Artist Trading Card event at San Antonio’s Spare Parts focuses on rainbow theme for Pride Month
The creative swap session will take place this Sunday.
Shakira’s Friday night show in San Antonio rescheduled due to ‘structural issues’ with stage
Those who paid for Alamodome parking will be reimbursed through their credit cards, a venue spokesperson said.
This session’s worst anti-abortion bill died, but Texas pro-choice advocates aren’t celebrating
Following mixed results for both sides, the far right says it won’t give up on targeting what little abortion access remains in Texas.
I was an undocumented Texas college student. I’m not going anywhere — and neither is our movement.
Lawmakers lacked the political courage to force a floor vote at the Capitol on the Texas Dream Act, so state leaders took a coward’s path.
San Antonio native Antonio Raul Garcia talks returning home and Stephen King sf-drama The Life of Chuck
Garcia plays the title character’s teen son in the new movie, which opened Friday.
San Antonio flooding death toll rises to 11
Several people still remain missing after Beitel Creek spilled over its banks early Thursday.
San Antonio Food Bank warns food stamp cuts in Senate version of budget bill would decimate local families
The proposal also would be ‘catastrophic’ to local aid organizations, who can’t make up for the lost federal funding, CEO Eric Cooper said.
San Antonio-area Rep. Tony Gonzales facing yet another primary challenge from the far right
Susan Storey Rubio launched her campaign Thursday with a tough-talking video in which she said the incumbent ‘hasn’t lifted a finger’ to help Trump.
Texas governor signs bill allocating up to $100 million in funding for psychedelics research
Abbott’s signing of Senate Bill 2308 comes as the governor faces political pressure from veterans groups to veto the state’s proposed THC ban.
Texas public health departments brace for another $119 million in federal cuts
Three months ago, Texas lost $700 million in unspent federal pandemic-era funding.
Ramin Samandari’s new San Antonio photo exhibition offers view of parent with Alzheimer’s
The opening reception is this Saturday, and the show will remain on view by appointment at Magic Realism Studio.
Transgender man Leo Castillo to serve as interim District 2 rep on San Antonio City Council
Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez, whom Castillo will replace for eight weeks, said the interim leader is the first openly transgender man to serve in public office in Texas.
New Ann Enzminger art exhibition offers needle-felted overviews of San Antonio
The Saturday show aims to depict the city by its density of spaces where artists live, create and congregate.
Inaugural Big Texas Terror con bringing scary slate of celebrities to San Antonio this weekend
The two-day event will feature Juliette Lewis, David Arquette and Danny Trejo along with actors behind some of the most terrifying movie monsters.
