Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton finds something to smirk at during a 2024 appearance at a conservative conference in Arizona.

Texas AG Ken Paxton investigates San Antonio school district over student walkouts

Paxton, a MAGA loyalist, said he’s looking into concerns officials at North East ISD ‘orchestrated the protests’ against Trump’s immigration policies.

by Sanford Nowlin February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

News

Two-month-old baby ‘choking on his own vomit’ while detained in Dilley

‘His life is in danger,’ U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro said about newborn Juan Nicolás. The child fell ill after spending almost a month — or half his life — in a San Antonio-area family detention facility.

by Stephanie Koithan February 16, 2026February 26, 2026

New PBS documentary The Librarians shines a light on right-wing efforts to ban books.

Movie Reviews & News

She’s with the Banned: Texas librarian shares battle over book bans in PBS documentary

Documentary The Librarians shows public servants on the front line of a national battle against conservative groups fighting to ban books from public schools.

by Kiko Martinez February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Hip-hop artist J. Cole is known for songs including "No Role Modelz" and "Wet Dreamz."

Concert Announcements

Rapper J. Cole bringing latest tour to San Antonio in September

Tickets for the introspective hip-hop artist’s show at Frost Bank Center go on sale as early as Tuesday for those who sign up for pre-sale access.

by Sanford Nowlin February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Aaron Reitz, nominee to be an Assistant Attorney General, Department of Justice, speaking at a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 26, 2025.

Politics & Elections

Aaron Reitz, Paxton’s endorsed successor, vows to ‘destroy the left’ if elected Texas attorney general

Reitz believes the nation is at war with liberals, and the best bulwark against them is a fully empowered Texas attorney general’s office — with him at the helm.

by Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Don Huffines speaks at a campaign event at the Womens Club of Rockport on Feb. 7, 2022. The former state lawmaker is running to become the state's comptroller.

Texas News

Comptroller candidate Don Huffines’ family owns former Epstein ranch in New Mexico

Huffines’ campaign said the candidate’s family bought the ranch at a public auction four years after Jeffrey Epstein died.

by Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones hires yet another new communications director

Andrew Fuentes is the fourth person to serve in the role since the mayor took office last June.

by Michael Karlis February 16, 2026February 17, 2026

San Antonio News

New Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility coming to Northwest San Antonio

The new facility would be across the highway from UT-San Antonio’s main campus and walking distance from Methodist Hospital Landmark.

by Michael Karlis February 16, 2026February 18, 2026

The line wraps around the sidewalk at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, in Ft Bend County.

Texas News

Early voting for the Texas 2026 primaries begins Tuesday. Here’s what to know.

Early voting in person runs from Feb. 17-27. This guide explains your rights at Texas polls.

by María Méndez, Texas Tribune February 15, 2026February 15, 2026

Autumn trees reflecting fall colors in the clear water of the Guadalupe River.

San Antonio News

‘Disaster waiting to happen’: How the fracking boom put an oilfield in the Guadalupe River floodplain

Lack of a state floodplain policy in Texas enabled oil companies to build in areas hit by an epic inundation less than 30 years ago.

By Dylan Baddour, Peter Aldhous, Inside Climate NewsFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Terry Black's Barbecue isn't just looking to slice brisket in San Antonio.

Flavor

Brisket with a side of bubbles: Terry Black’s BBQ set to open bathhouse near the Pearl

The new project north of downtown San Antonio will be in addition to the planned barbecue joint and hotel.

by Katherine Stinson February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Protesters gather outside the Dilley detention center to protest conditions inside.

San Antonio News

Illness Is rampant among children trapped in ICE’s massive jail in Texas

The number of people held at the notorious Dilley immigration jail has nearly tripled since October.

by Mike Ludwig, TruthoutFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Flavor

20 San Antonio restaurants and bars with amazing outdoor patios

San Antonio summers are sizzlers, but we’re blessed with spring and fall weather that make it a delight to soak up the outdoor vibes.

by San Antonio Current Staff February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

San Antonio News

This King William mansion going for $3 million has a pool that overlooks the River Walk

by San Antonio Current Staff February 13, 2026February 14, 2026

News

An 1891 King William cottage for sale was once owned by a Wells Fargo agent

The house, priced at under $1 million, was designed by Axel Meerscheidt, whose pedigree shaped many of the historic neighborhood’s most iconic homes.

by San Antonio Current Staff February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Alamo Biscuit Co owner John Vale and artist Nicholas Monroe ride in style.

Arts

Concha-shaped bike sculpture makes appearance on San Antonio River Walk

The installation stands in front of a mural at downtown eatery Alamo Biscuit Co. that reads, “‘You are the art.’

by Samara GerstleFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Texas A&M undergrad Brianna Aguilera was in Austin for the Aggies v. Longhorns football game.

Texas News

Medical Examiner rules death of Texas A&M student a suicide

A&M undergrad Brianna Aguilera died after jumping from the balcony of an apartment building in November, police determined.

by Michael Karlis February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

San Antonio News

Report: Socialites of San Antonio reality show keeps touting plans despite lack of investment

Even though an anonymous investor reportedly pulled $80,000 in funding from the TV program, it’s director keeps promoting it on TikTok.

by Michael Karlis February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Katerina features an open kitchen along with warm, theatrical lighting.

Flavor

First Look: Katerina makes stunning new restaurant addition to Stone Oak

The new American-style restaurant took over the San Antonio space that formerly housed Frida Mexican Kitchen.

by Katherine Stinson February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Brandon Herrera, Republican candidate for Texas' 23rd Congressional District, speaks at a campaign event at the Angry Elephant in San Antonio on March 14, 2024.

San Antonio News

Trump lawyer sends cease-and-desist letter to Brandon Herrera over use of president’s image in campaign ad

The letter says Herrera’s mailer depicting him next to the president “is inconsistent with President Trump’s unequivocal endorsement” of Rep. Tony Gonzales in the GOP primary for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District.

by Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune February 13, 2026February 13, 2026