Data centers such as this one operated by DataBank in Houston are already heavy consumers of water, and Texas is building dozens more.

Texas data centers could consume 161 billion gallons of water annually by 2030

A new study by the Houston Advanced Research Center cautions that Texas has a ‘structural blind spot’ when it comes to how much water the industry will consume.

by Stephanie Koithan January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

A new study by the Houston Advanced Research Center cautions that Texas has a ‘structural blind spot’ when it comes to how much water the industry will consume.

San Antonio News

Bexar County’s voter registration backlog grows to nearly 7,000

The county plans to hire at least 12 additional temp staffers to process the backlog within the next couple of weeks, officials say.

by Stephanie Koithan January 20, 2026January 21, 2026

Music

So far, San Antonio is one of only 2 shows Morrissey hasn’t canceled this year

The former Smiths frontman has scrapped six of 21 scheduled dates for 2026.

by Stephanie Koithan January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

San Antonio News

‘Say their names’ mural honoring victims of San Antonio police violence vandalized during MLK march

Act4SA is raising money to restore the mural, according to organizers.

by Stephanie Koithan January 19, 2026January 20, 2026

Texas News

Beto O’Rourke won’t endorse in Senate primary between Talarico and Crockett

On a podcast, O’Rourke also revealed why he decided not to run this time around, and what he’s doing instead.

by Stephanie Koithan January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Flavor

With a roll of the dice, your meal could be free at this New Braunfels speakeasy

Dubbed ‘High Stakes Happy Hour,’ this limited-time game of chance at Sidecar in the basement of Prince Solm’s Inn allows guests to test their luck for a free meal.

by Stephanie Koithan January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Texas News

Pro-Palestinian activist, veteran Greg Stoker running against ‘ShamWow Guy’ for Congress in Austin

The outspoken activist with a large social media following is running as a Green Party candidate in the historically red North Austin-Round Rock district.

by Stephanie Koithan January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

News

Texas congresswoman Jasmine Crockett calls for Kristi Noem’s impeachment

Crockett, who’s running for Senate, joined with Robin Kelly and a coalition of 70 House members to call for Noem’s removal as ICE amps up its aggressive enforcement actions.

by Stephanie Koithan January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio’s Alamo acquires original cannon used in 1836 battle

The historic relic was discovered on a ranch, where it had been used as the base of a bird bath.

by Stephanie Koithan January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during a public appearance.

San Antonio News

Gov. Greg Abbott claims San Antonio immigrant rammed ICE vehicles, injured agent

Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons discussed the alleged incident on Fox News, which showed video of the suspect’s vehicle boxed in by ICE vehicles at a San Antonio Walmart.

by Stephanie Koithan January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

News

Restaurant at San Antonio’s historic Gunter Hotel offering chef-curated menu for dogs

The menu, ‘designed with canine wellness in mind,’ is aimed at the trend of people traveling with their animal companions.

by Stephanie Koithan January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

The Bexar County Elections Department at night.

San Antonio News

Bexar County has a backlog of thousands of unprocessed voter registrations … again

Precinct 4 Commissioner Tommy Calvert accuses the Texas Secretary of State’s Office of deliberate voter suppression due to its statewide system slowing data input.

by Stephanie Koithan January 13, 2026January 18, 2026

Texas News

Despite Cornyn’s groveling, Trump tells senator he’s not ready to endorse his reelection bid

‘I said, “Mr. President, this race would be over if you decided to endorse,”‘ Cornyn said as the clock runs down.

by Stephanie Koithan January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Concert Reviews

Morrissey finally showed up in San Antonio, offering long-awaited answer to its undying love

He also directed some barbs at the Current for its coverage. To quote the bard’s own words, ‘I’m so sorry.’

by Stephanie Koithan January 11, 2026January 11, 2026

Flavor

San Antonio Coffee Festival returns to Hemisfair in February

The event is coming back with more drip than ever, including 30-plus roasters and new activations.

by Stephanie Koithan January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

News

ICE shooter Jonathan Ross reportedly married to Filipina who immigrated to the U.S.

The couple once lived in El Paso, where Ross also worked for ICE, before moving to Minneapolis.

by Stephanie Koithan January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

Removal of San Antonio's rainbow crosswalk is set to begin Monday.

San Antonio News

Lawsuit delays San Antonio’s plan to install rainbow sidewalks in Pride district

The suit, filed by Pride San Antonio and a right-wing group that backs anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, demands that plans for the sidewalk be ‘deliberated in a public forum.’

by Sanford Nowlin and Stephanie Koithan January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

San Antonio News

Ahead of crosswalk removal, rainbow sidewalks coming to San Antonio’s Pride District

The rainbow sidewalks are set to be installed immediately and also will include the trans flag.

by Stephanie Koithan January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

News

Jasmine Crockett on Minneapolis shooting: ‘ICE just murdered a U.S. citizen’

The Democratic congresswoman from Texas, a U.S. Senate hopeful, called the shooting ‘state-sanctioned violence’ and ‘the direct result of racist rhetoric coming from Donald Trump.’

by Stephanie Koithan January 7, 2026January 7, 2026