Arts

San Antonio’s Orlando Mendez-Valdez escaped a rough upbringing to play pro hoops in Mexico

‘It’s exciting being part of the first Mexican team affiliated with the NBA,’ said Mendez-Valdez.

by Tommy Escobar November 22, 2022July 31, 2025

‘It’s exciting being part of the first Mexican team affiliated with the NBA,’ said Mendez-Valdez.

Movies

The crew behind TV pilot Salesman the Series aims to spotlight San Antonio culture and talent

The crime satire takes place in San Antonio’s 1990s drug culture, cutting in aspects from the era’s punk scene plus a hefty dose of 1970s Chicano soul.

by Tommy Escobar September 16, 2022August 1, 2025

Arts

San Antonio’s full of fun diversions that fit a college student’s budget

This list of fun, affordable San Antonio spots should be on any college student’s list when it comes time to socialize, have fun and unwind.

by Tommy Escobar August 25, 2022July 26, 2025

Arts

Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. has San Antonio homecoming for back-to-back Missions games

The all-star played with the Missions Saturday and Sunday while completing rehab on an injury.

by Tommy Escobar August 8, 2022April 29, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio Spurs want to feature food from local, minority-owned restaurants at AT&T Center games

Selected restaurant owners also take part in a mentorship program that includes training in social media, marketing, graphic design and finance.

by Sanford Nowlin and Tommy Escobar August 5, 2022July 23, 2025

News

Armed suspect in San Antonio car dealership standoff surrenders to police

The man was a passenger in car pulled over by police for a traffic violation at around 11:45 a.m. Monday.

by Tommy Escobar August 2, 2022December 2, 2024

News

Armed suspect barricades himself inside Northwest San Antonio auto dealership after traffic stop

Everyone in the building was evacuated, and no shots have been fired, according to SAPD officials.

by Tommy Escobar August 1, 2022January 22, 2024

Arts

San Antonio’s Spurs Give and Frost award $200,000 in grants to local nonprofits to fund repairs

Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Antonio and Jewish Family Service will fix up local facilities damaged by Winter Storm Uri.

by Tommy Escobar July 28, 2022May 5, 2025

Music

Texas Public Radio will bring back its downtown Summer Night City concerts next year

The series will close out its eight-week run Thursday with performances by Ruben V. and Any Color You Like.

by Tommy Escobar July 27, 2022August 4, 2025

Arts

San Antonio’s 13th Floor Haunted House now hiring creepy people for its fall season

The east-of-downtown attraction is now hiring for 150 positions for its fall season, ranging from actors to cashiers.

by Tommy Escobar July 26, 2022June 3, 2025

Arts

San Antonio Missions’ new batboy is all about bringing an infectious energy to the field

‘Big Mike’ Garcia has already become a critical part of the club’s fabric, according to players and staff.

by Tommy Escobar July 18, 2022June 22, 2025

Music

Balcones Heights Jazz Festival spreading out its smooth sounds over two Fridays in July

Vocalist and trumpeter Rob Zinn and saxophonist Jeff Ryan will headline the first night, while guitarist Peter White will headline the second.

by Tommy Escobar July 13, 2022July 22, 2025

Arts

San Antonio Spurs’ summer league team shows rookie promise despite a rough start

The hills and valleys are on full display as the youthful team struggles to figure things out.

by Tommy Escobar July 12, 2022July 4, 2025

Arts

San Antonio Spurs’ latest classic-edition jersey throws back to days of George ‘Iceman’ Gervin

The design is nearly identical to the original away jerseys used during the team’s inaugural ABA season in 1973.

by Tommy Escobar July 11, 2022July 26, 2025

News

Winner of San Antonio Pets Alive! pet photo contest will be featured on Alamo Beer Co. can

Proud pet parents have until July 31 to submit their beloved animal’s photo.

by Tommy Escobar July 9, 2022August 14, 2024

Arts

CineFestival San Antonio kicking off its annual celebration of Latinx film on Thursday

The festival will screen a total of 85 films through Sunday.

by Tommy Escobar July 6, 2022August 23, 2024

Arts

San Antonio Spurs bring on former 76ers coach Brett Brown as assistant, lose Lonnie Walker IV

Brown was an assistant under Coach Gregg Popovich from the Spurs’ 2002-2003 season until 2012-2013.

by Tommy Escobar July 1, 2022April 14, 2025

Arts

Dejounte Murray’s departure signals a complete rebuild for the San Antonio Spurs franchise

The Spurs want to remove themselves from NBA limbo and start from the ground up after trading Murray.

by Tommy Escobar June 30, 2022February 1, 2025

Arts

Window open for San Antonio artists and arts groups to apply for $5 million in pandemic-relief money

The program is expected aid 133 San Antonio artists and 40 arts nonprofits, according to city officials. The window to apply will remain open through July 29.

by Tommy Escobar June 29, 2022July 3, 2024