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Spurs to battle Jokic and the Denver Nuggets on Sunday
After enduring a six-season playoff drought, including consecutive 20-win seasons, the Race for Seis resumes in April.
JBSA-Randolph looking for lifeguards ahead of summer season
A total of 14 lifeguard positions still need to be filled at JBSA-Randolph before the summer season begins.
Texas counties receive subpoenas for voters’ records from Department of Homeland Security
At least three counties have been contacted this week for detailed records about some individual voters. A Homeland Security representative told one election official ‘all 254 counties will be contacted.’
Judge rules to temporarily block Texas’ smokeable hemp ban
People will be allowed to buy smokeable hemp THC products, such as flower buds and rolled joints, from Texas businesses until at least April 23.
Corpus Christi water crisis spurs stampede on South Texas aquifers
Cities, towns and industrial complexes aim to quickly pump tens of millions of gallons per day in a bid to avert disaster.
Texas A&M prof’s resignation letter over crackdown on academic freedom goes viral
‘No other serious research university maintains a policy on “prohibited instruction,”‘ philosophy professor Martin Peterson wrote in his resignation letter.
State of Texas moves to install conservator at San Antonio’s North East ISD
The Texas Education Agency says the district is skirting the state’s cellphone ban. NEISD disputes that claim, however.
Homegrown chain Laika Cheesecakes plans new location in far North San Antonio
Construction on the store, the business’ fifth location since it launched in 2020, is expected to wrap up in November.
Trump’s DOJ plans to settle Texas’ Colony Ridge case without compensating victims
The Biden administration sued a Texas land developer accused of duping tens of thousands of Hispanic residents. Trump’s DOJ is now offering an unprecedented settlement that experts say could target the very people who were harmed by the developer.
San Antonio police union president Danny Diaz to retire next month
Diaz’s retirement comes as the San Antonio Police Officers’ Association engages in high-profile contract negotiations with the city.
New downtown San Antonio tiki bar from Be Kind & Rewind founders to open this month
Kitschy tropical drinkery Paradise Unknown will debut on Friday, April 16, and feature Mexican-Chinese fusion bar bites.
Forbes ranks San Antonio-based USAA as nation’s 2nd-best bank
The financial services company beat out bigger names on the list and all other Texas-based banks.
Texas education board gives preliminary OK to required reading list that includes Bible material
The board will have multiple opportunities to revise the list before a final vote in June. Before recent changes, the proposal’s length, lack of diversity and Christian focus received criticism.
Texas among the worst states for pedestrian fatalities, averaging 827 per year
Texas’ death tally for pedestrians is 36.1% above the national average, according to a new study.
San Antonio’s most-expensive home for sale has an indoor basketball court, a sauna and more
The $8.5 million price tag also includes an elaborate waterfall, a resistance pool and 11 and a half bathrooms.
20 essential San Antonio dive bars to get your drink on
These neighborhood drinking spots aren’t fancy, but they have vibes galore along with cold beer and cheap shots.
Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones again urges feds not to proceed with San Antonio ICE lockup
‘I did not receive a response from your predecessor; however, I hope to have a more productive and transparent engagement with your office,’ Jones wrote to the new DHS secretary.
In South Texas, quinceañera dig becomes campaign fuel for Tejano musician Bobby Pulido
Since GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz said the race ‘isn’t about who you want performing at your niece’s quinceañera,’ the Democrat has played at a dozen such events in the 15th Congressional District.
A luxury log cabin for sale in San Antonio comes with Hill Country views and 5 acres
The $1.5 million property also features a waterfall that cascades into a hot tub and two stone fireplaces.
Democrats seek to pause Texas’ social studies revamp over $70K grant from conservative think tank
The Texas Public Policy Foundation awarded the grant to Schreiner University’s Texas Center, which is led by a historian guiding the state in its social studies revision.
Return of Durango Street not a done deal yet, San Antonio West Siders say
Alamo City residents can weigh in on the discussion of what to rename César E. Chávez Boulevard during two community forums this week.
Texas House Republicans struggling to go after quorum-busting Democrats for unpaid fines
Republican lawmakers are meeting Friday to decide what to do about the more than 50 Dems who owe over $9,000 each and have yet to pay up.
San Antonio Council approves charging $5 admission to Market Square during Fiesta
One member of council called the move ‘racist,’ while another said the debate ‘totally brought down the Fiesta vibe.’
Dan Patrick says GOP will ‘have a tough time’ holding Texas House majority in November
The lieutenant governor’s remarks are the latest sign that Republicans are worried about the fall midterms. The GOP has controlled the state House since 2003 and currently has an 88-62 advantage.
Protesters gather at San Antonio City Hall to demand end to war in Iran
More than 50 people showed up Wednesday night to voice outrage over the bloodshed and President Trump’s threats to wipe Iran off the map.
After Dilley visit, Reps. Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar say the facility is operating in secrecy
Since the DHS leadership change, staff at the family detention camp have been told to read from ‘scripts of propaganda’ and avoid answering questions, the congressmen say.
Market Square vendors say they face permanent closure if Rey Feo group charges $5 Fiesta admission
City Council will vote Thursday whether to allow the Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation to charge for entry into the historic San Antonio destination.
San Antonio’s La Panadería will give away free conchas after every Spurs playoff victory
The offer will cover every playoff round as long as the Spurs remain in the Race for Seis.
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