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

San Antonio News

This San Antonio hacienda for sale has two patios overlooking its backyard pool oasis

The mansion listed for nearly $1.5 million in the Summerglen subdivision delivers resort-style living with unmistakable South Texas flair.

by San Antonio Current Staff July 18, 2026July 19, 2026

San Antonio News

Kristian Carranza out-raises every Democrat running for Texas House this cycle

Carranza, who’s running to represent San Antonio’s House District 118, reported having a 17-to-1 cash-on-hand ratio over Republican opponent Jorge Borrego.

by Michael Karlis July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

San Antonio News

An 1899 San Antonio home designed by the architect behind the McNay Art Museum is for sale

The 4,500-foot mansion currently operates as a bed-and-breakfast called A Victorian Lady Inn.

by San Antonio Current Staff July 17, 2026July 18, 2026

Politics & Elections

Republican-formed ‘Stop Talarico PAC’ raises zero dollars during first quarter of operation

The PAC appears to have fizzled out as the Democratic U.S. Senate candidate out-raised rival Ken Paxton by a 3-to-1 margin over the past quarter.

by Michael Karlis July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during the CPAC Texas 2022 conference in Dallas.

Politics & Elections

Texas Republicans’ refusal to participate in debates follows broader trend in GOP politics

Both Gov. Greg Abbott and Republican Railroad Commission nominee Bo French either skipped or declined to participate in debates this week.

by Michael Karlis July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

"I do think that it's a possibility that there's fudging of numbers," police accountability activist Ananda Tomás said of numbers showing some SAPD personnel racked up more than $100,000 in overtime last year.

News

City of San Antonio says it’s inked a tentative deal with police union

The agreement includes a $102.2 million raise for cops, but a police-oversight group said it doesn’t appear to include new efforts to improve transparency or discipline.

by Sanford Nowlin July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones hires third chief of staff in little more than a year

Jones’ office has been through 8 staff departures since she took office in June 2025.

by Michael Karlis July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

Arts Stories & Interviews

San Antonio artists push back at Project Marvel during councilwoman’s roundtable

Concerns over equity, gentrification and cultural authenticity dominated a gathering of artists convened to discuss the proposed downtown sports district.

by Kat McKinney July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio woman behind viral ‘Where We Roll’ online song released from prison

Phyllis Sentiva Ochoa was released from state prison on Wednesday, according to media reports.

by Michael Karlis July 16, 2026July 16, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio livestock sanctuary trapped by flooding, left with significant damages

Floodwaters overtook the only access road, preventing those on the ranch from exiting, and blocking access for volunteers delivering food.

by Stephanie Koithan July 16, 2026July 16, 2026

News

At least 10 UTSA students displaced after tornado rips through North Side apartments

‘We were watching Star Wars when we heard an eerie, screaming noise from outside,’ one resident of the San Antonio complex said.

by Natalia Edwards July 16, 2026July 16, 2026

U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro speaks during an event.

San Antonio News

Joaquin Castro: ‘Israel does not deserve’ more U.S. dollars for weapons

A record number of U.S. House members voted to cut $3.3 billion in annual military aid for Israel, although it was still approved.

by Stephanie Koithan July 16, 2026July 16, 2026

An SAPD officer turned himself in after a warrant was issued for his arrest, department officials said.

San Antonio News

San Antonio police officer charged with child abuse, endangerment

Bless Achor, a six-year SAPD veteran, turned himself in to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday.

by Sanford Nowlin July 16, 2026July 16, 2026

The average San Antonian is a long way from living comfortably, new data suggests.

Texas News

Study: Texas residents face more financial stress than those of almost any other state

The new WalletHub ranking comes as inflation and other kitchen-table issues weigh heavily on voters’ minds in the upcoming midterms.

by Julianna Plewes July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

Texas News

Social media users roast Gov. Greg Abbott over post on anniversary of accident that led him to use wheelchair

Critics pointed out that Abbott made it nearly impossible for Texans to receive annual, tax-free insurance payments similar to the one he got after a tree fell on him in 1984.

by Michael Karlis July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

San Antonio News

Confirmed tornado touches down, does damage in Northwest San Antonio

A twister near the intersection of I-10 and Loop 1604 caused damage Wednesday morning to the Santikos Palladium cinema at The Rim.

by Michael Karlis July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

Texas News

San Antonio continues slide down Travel + Leisure list of top destinations as Fort Worth rises

Cowtown ranked as No. 6 on this year’s list as SA dropped from 12th to 14th.

by Michael Karlis July 14, 2026July 14, 2026

Texas News

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at alleged ‘birth tourism’ after Supreme Court ruling

Abbott’s obsession with the matter mirrors the rhetoric of other right-wing lawmakers. However, a nonpartisan think tank said the practice is rare and overblown.

by Michael Karlis July 14, 2026July 14, 2026

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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

This San Antonio hacienda for sale has two patios overlooking its backyard pool oasis

Kristian Carranza out-raises every Democrat running for Texas House this cycle

An 1899 San Antonio home designed by the architect behind the McNay Art Museum is for sale

Republican-formed ‘Stop Talarico PAC’ raises zero dollars during first quarter of operation

Texas Republicans’ refusal to participate in debates follows broader trend in GOP politics

City of San Antonio says it’s inked a tentative deal with police union

San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones hires third chief of staff in little more than a year

San Antonio artists push back at Project Marvel during councilwoman’s roundtable

San Antonio woman behind viral ‘Where We Roll’ online song released from prison

San Antonio livestock sanctuary trapped by flooding, left with significant damages

At least 10 UTSA students displaced after tornado rips through North Side apartments

Joaquin Castro: ‘Israel does not deserve’ more U.S. dollars for weapons

San Antonio police officer charged with child abuse, endangerment

Study: Texas residents face more financial stress than those of almost any other state

Social media users roast Gov. Greg Abbott over post on anniversary of accident that led him to use wheelchair

Confirmed tornado touches down, does damage in Northwest San Antonio

San Antonio continues slide down Travel + Leisure list of top destinations as Fort Worth rises

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at alleged ‘birth tourism’ after Supreme Court ruling

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