Environmental Groups contest San Antonio data centers’ air pollution

Three environmental groups sent two San Antonio data centers a notice of intent to sue for failing to secure permits as major air polluters.

by Ajani Stella, Inside Climate News July 26, 2026July 26, 2026

San Antonio News

Colorful San Antonio century home known as ‘The Dollhouse’ is for sale

The 1908 Victorian-style residence recently hit the market for $1.2 million.

by San Antonio Current Staff July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

San Antonio News

An eclectic Victorian for sale in Lavaca was built by the Lone Star Brewery’s architect

The same architect, Albert Felix Beckmann, was also involved in building Beethoven Männerchor and married into the prominent Guenther family.

by San Antonio Current Staff July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

News

South Texas nun detained by ICE faces uncertain future in U.S.

After being detained by ICE last month, Sister Leticia ‘Letty’ Ugboaja, a 56-year-old nun from Nigeria, could be detained again or subjected to constant monitoring.

by Berenice Garcia, The Texas Tribune July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

San Antonio News

South Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar votes to merge U.S. and Israeli militaries

Cuellar, whose district includes part of San Antonio, joined six other Dems in the Republican-led push to share resources and technology among the two militaries.

by Stephanie Koithan July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

San Antonio News

Ken Paxton receives unwelcome surprise at Washington, D.C., fundraiser

A mobile billboard highlighting the scandals surrounding the Texas Republican cruised through D.C. while he tried to raise more cash there for his U.S. Senate campaign.

by Michael Karlis July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

Sports & Recreation

Victor Wembanyama becomes first San Antonio Spurs player to land on cover of NBA 2K video game

Wembanyama will join Caitlyn Clark and Derrick Rose, who will appear on the popular game series’ Deluxe and Limited Edition Ultra Version.

by Cooper Shield July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

Texas News

Study: Texas ranks among worst states to raise children

Despite performing well in superficial categories, the Lone Star State’s abhorrent health care system and lagging public education dragged down its overall ranking.

by Michael Karlis July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

Politics & Elections

Ken Paxton ends press conference after reporters press him on real estate transactions, alleged voter fraud

The abrupt cancelation of the press gathering comes as the Republican U.S. Senate candidate faces a growing list of scandals.

by Michael Karlis July 21, 2026July 21, 2026

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales speaks during a South Texas appearance.

Texas News

Arizona congressman faces fire for accepting campaign cash from disgraced former Rep. Tony Gonzales

Gonzales, a San Antonio-area Republican, resigned from Congress in April after admitting to a romantic affair with a staffer who later took her own life.

by Michael Karlis July 21, 2026July 21, 2026

Education

San Antonio ISD hires superintendent with past cheating scandal to fix budget deficit, avoid state takeover

The board voted 5-2 to confirm Adrian Bustillos as the district’s new superintendent. That decision isn’t without controversy.

by Michael Karlis July 21, 2026July 21, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio’s USAA funding improvements to path that links Alamo Plaza to River Walk

The plans include a mural dedicated to the city’s military legacy plus an on-site lounge for service members and veterans.

by Kat McKinney July 21, 2026July 21, 2026

Texas News

Texas Democrat tries to turn bout with explosive diarrhea into fundraising opportunity

Texas House candidate Sara McGee said she ended her unconventional fundraising effort after being harassed by a ‘certain Republican agitator.’

by Julianna Plewes July 21, 2026July 21, 2026

Federal agencies have not made any environmental assessment or flood modeling for the border buoys available to the public.

Texas News

Razor-laden border buoys swept away by Texas downpours being sold for scrap in Mexico

The buoys, installed to thwart border crossings, could fetch more than $2,000 in scrap aluminum south of the border.

by Michael Karlis July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio Democrat outraises Trump-backed opponent in red-leaning district

Former Bexar County sheriff’s deputy Johnny Garcia reported raising $143,487 more than his Republican opponent Carlos De La Cruz during the second quarter.

by Michael Karlis July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Texas News

Ken Paxton accused of lying about attendance at his first campaign rally of the general election

The Texas Republican’s U.S. Senate campaign claimed more than 700 people showed up. The venue had capacity for roughly half that total.

by Michael Karlis July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Politics & Elections

New clip appears to show James Talarico struggling to win over Black voters, but is he really?

A viral clip has renewed concerns about the Democrat’s strategy with Black Texans. But the larger picture at his weekend rally suggests something different.

by Michael Karlis July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

San Antonio News

Critics raise concerns about SeaWorld plan to rescue beluga whales from closed marine park

A rescue for 13 belugas — or another life in captivity? SeaWorld San Antonio faces scrutiny.

by Julianna Plewes July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

San Antonio News

Latest precipitation models still seem to underestimate risk as ‘1,000-year’ rain events pummel Texas

The Nueces River of South Texas flowed at twice the rate of Niagara Falls last week during the region’s second flood disaster in two years.

by Dylan Baddour, Inside Climate News July 18, 2026July 18, 2026

San Antonio News

Key differences spared Texas lives in second straight July flood

Emergency responders say better tools and preparation also played life-saving roles after intense storms dropped heavy amounts of rain.

by Alejandra Martinez, Emily Foxhall and Ellie Ashby, The Texas Tribune July 18, 2026July 18, 2026

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Environmental Groups contest San Antonio data centers’ air pollution

Colorful San Antonio century home known as ‘The Dollhouse’ is for sale

An eclectic Victorian for sale in Lavaca was built by the Lone Star Brewery’s architect

South Texas nun detained by ICE faces uncertain future in U.S.

South Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar votes to merge U.S. and Israeli militaries

Ken Paxton receives unwelcome surprise at Washington, D.C., fundraiser

Victor Wembanyama becomes first San Antonio Spurs player to land on cover of NBA 2K video game

Study: Texas ranks among worst states to raise children

Ken Paxton ends press conference after reporters press him on real estate transactions, alleged voter fraud

Arizona congressman faces fire for accepting campaign cash from disgraced former Rep. Tony Gonzales

San Antonio ISD hires superintendent with past cheating scandal to fix budget deficit, avoid state takeover

San Antonio’s USAA funding improvements to path that links Alamo Plaza to River Walk

Texas Democrat tries to turn bout with explosive diarrhea into fundraising opportunity

Razor-laden border buoys swept away by Texas downpours being sold for scrap in Mexico

San Antonio Democrat outraises Trump-backed opponent in red-leaning district

Ken Paxton accused of lying about attendance at his first campaign rally of the general election

New clip appears to show James Talarico struggling to win over Black voters, but is he really?

Critics raise concerns about SeaWorld plan to rescue beluga whales from closed marine park

Latest precipitation models still seem to underestimate risk as ‘1,000-year’ rain events pummel Texas

Key differences spared Texas lives in second straight July flood

San Antonio mansion dubbed ‘The Versailles’ hits market for first time, priced at $4.7 million

Rare River Road jungle bungalow for sale comes with artsy details and a $125,000 price cut

San Antonio castle with panoramic Hill Country views and grotto waterfall is still on the market

This gorgeous San Antonio century home for sale just got a $200,000 price cut