San Antonio’s Bonham Exchange to remain open after management strikes deal with city

The iconic LGBTQ+ club missed a city deadline to install automated sprinklers. It’s unclear whether the city signed the document giving the venue more time to comply.

by Michael Karlis February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

San Antonio News

Two more kids from Liam Ramos’ school district released from Dilley

The two siblings have returned home to Minneapolis. However, they reported seeing a missing classmate there, leading school officials to believe more Columbia Heights students are detained at the facility than previously thought.

by Stephanie Koithan February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's office has sued a state board to end three work-study programs, claiming they exclude religious groups.

Texas News

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Muslim civil rights group to ‘ban terrorist organizations’

The Council on American-Islamic Relations, Paxton’s target, called the suit ‘another frivolous, politically motivated anti-Muslim publicity stunt that wastes more taxpayer dollars.’

by Stephanie Koithan February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Members of the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance and the Scenic Loop-Helotes Creek Alliance pose for a photo after Thursday's victory over Lennar Corp.

San Antonio News

Guajolote Ranch development in limbo after San Antonio City Council vote

Council on Thursday denied developer Lennar Corp.’s application to create a funding source for its controversial wastewater plant.

by Michael Karlis February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

An oil rig pumps oil in West Texas as a wind farm creates renewable energy in the distance.

Texas News

Judge rules Texas law banning state investment in firms ‘boycotting’ fossil fuels unconstitutional

The coalition that sued to overturn the law said it cost Texas ‘hundreds of millions of dollars’ and ‘blacklisted reputable businesses.’

by Sanford Nowlin February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

The Backyard on Broadway is among the San Antonio spots ready to help football fans celebrate this Sunday's big game.

Flavor

These San Antonio bars and restaurants are offering Super Bowl parties and food packages

From classic wings to pre-order party ribs to a Bad Bunny lookalike contest, these places are offering fun ways to celebrate Sunday’s big game.

by Katherine Stinson February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio council to discuss possible East Side ICE site during Thursday executive session

‘We are working actively with the city attorney to review options,’ Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said.

by Michael Karlis February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Former instructor Melissa McCoul is suing the Texas A&M System, its board of regents and university officials.

Texas News

Fired after gender identity lesson, professor sues Texas A&M, saying her free speech rights were violated

by Jessica Priest February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

The changes to Texas' social studies curriculum have a lasting effect on what kids learn in the classroom.

Bad Takes

It’s time to push back the right-wing forces dismantling Texas’ history curriculum

So far, the Texas State Board of Education’s massive revamp of the social studies curriculum is driven by ideology, not an attempt to accurately convey history.

by Kevin Sanchez February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

An artist's rendering shows The Monarch Hotel's rooftop bar and restaurant, which will focus on flavors from the Yucatan.

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Monarch Hotel to debut 4 food, drink concepts when it opens next month

The downtown hotel’s concepts will include Texan-inspired fine dining at Oak & Amber along with a rooftop restaurant and a French-inspired bistro.

by Katherine Stinson February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Contemporary dance company Parsons Dance is internationally renowned for its energized, athletic ensemble work.

Things to Do

New York’s renowned Parsons Dance group to perform at Carver Center

This Thursday’s show will be the troupe’s first in San Antonio appearance since 2016.

by Sanford Nowlin February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Austrian artist Heimo Wallner's latest exhibition of drawings opens this Thursday.

Visual Art

Austrian visual artist Heimo Wallner’s ‘desesperado’ opens Thursday in San Antonio

The exhibition of drawings rooted in the stupidity that surrounds humankind will run through the end of February at the Un Grito Gallery.

by Anjali Gupta February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

San Antonio News

Opponents of San Antonio ICE site plan to pack City Council’s Wednesday comment session

ICE reportedly closed a deal this week to take over a 640,000-square-foot warehouse for use as an immigrant ‘processing center.’

by Michael Karlis February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Texas Attorney Ken Paxton has sued Bexar County, alleging it used taxpayer dollars for its "radical, criminal-loving agenda."

San Antonio News

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Bexar County over its program offering immigrant legal aid

The GOP culture warrior alleges the county used taxpayer money to fund its ‘radical, criminal-loving agenda.’

by Sanford Nowlin February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Elizabeth Zuna has been released from an ICE detention site southwest of San Antonio.

San Antonio News

Another student from Liam Conejo Ramos’ school district has been released from Dilley

Three children from the same district are still detained at the family detention center near San Antonio, school officials say.

by Stephanie Koithan February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Music

Reenergizing Stable Hall: Can a new partner zap more life into the San Antonio concert venue?

High-profile booking operation Dayglo Presents hopes to hit ‘restart’ for the 1,000-seat music hall located inside a historic building at the Pearl.

by Sanford Nowlin February 4, 2026February 5, 2026

Fiesta San Antonio attracts approximately 3 million people annually, according to one count.

News

ICE won’t say whether it’s targeting San Antonio Rodeo, Fiesta for enforcement actions

ICE’s lack of clarity comes as concern builds nationwide about the feds targeting large events for immigration roundups.

by Michael Karlis February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Texas News

DA investigation underway in Hays County, Texas, after adult fights teen protesters

Following the incident, Hays CISD is clamping down on future student walkouts, saying they ‘cannot happen.’

by Stephanie Koithan February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Students from Marshall High School carry anti-ICE signs during a school walkout last month.

Texas News

Texas Education Agency warns districts of potential state takeovers for ‘encouraging’ student protests

The state education agency issued guidance to districts after Gov. Greg Abbott directed its commissioner to investigate the student protests of killings by federal agents.

by Jaden Edison and Ayden Runnels, The Texas TribuneFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026