San Antonio Reproductive Justice Fund to remain funded with $1 million reinvestment

Local reproductive health advocates celebrated the reinvestment as a local victory in the face of Texas’ abortion ban and recent delay of its maternal mortality report until after the midterms.

by Stephanie Koithan September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Things to Do

11 ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in San Antonio

From mariachi and ballet folklórico to outdoor movies and community festivals, these events offer plenty of ways to experience out city’s Hispanic heritage.

by San Antonio Current Staff September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Council Watch

City manager, council face constituent blowback over San Antonio’s first property tax hike in 3 decades

Council approved a 3.9% property tax increase on Thursday as the city looked to avert a budget crisis.

by Michael Karlis September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

San Antonio News

This house for sale on San Antonio’s greenbelt has a workshop treehouse

It just might have the best bird-watching spot in the city.

by San Antonio Current Staff September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

News

Records show repeated financial losses for NIOSA, one of Fiesta San Antonio’s most beloved events

The celebration, which organizers paused this week, has lost money since its return following the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Michael Karlis September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Texas News

Texas freezes installation of Flock cameras along state roads

Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the state Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for automated license plate readers.

by Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune September 18, 2026September 18, 2026

A driverless Waymo vehicle drives down the street.

San Antonio News

Waymo resumes picking up San Antonio customers after flood waters swept away one of its cars

The company said in a statement that it’s made significant safety updates to prevent further incidents.

by Michael Karlis September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Texas News

Mayor Pete coming to San Antonio this weekend to stump for two South Texas Democrats

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s rally with congressional candidates Johnny Garcia and Katy Padilla Stout will take place at 5 p.m. Sunday.

by Michael Karlis September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Texas News

Study shows Texas’ embattled public libraries generate $3.8 billion in economic benefits

The report comes as major Texas cities grappling with budget crunches look to cut funding for their libraries.

by Sanford Nowlin September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Council Watch

San Antonio OKs first property tax increase in more than 3 decades to deal with deficit

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones and three on council voted against the hike, saying more could have been done to protect taxpayers as the city’s $158 million deficit loomed.

by Michael Karlis September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

San Antonio News

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar says Hasan Piker’s University of Texas visit will make Jewish students ‘unsafe’

The South Texas Democrat denounced Piker’s upcoming Austin appearance, which students say the university is now attempting to ‘soft-cancel.’

by Stephanie Koithan September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Music

Rep. Joaquin Castro seeks nominations for songs by Latino and Texas artists for national archive

The San Antonio congressman is pushing for more Latino representation in the National Recording Registry and wants the public to help.

by Sanford Nowlin September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

San Antonio News

Sparks fly at San Antonio City Hall as council clashes over city budget

Despite a new proposal from City Manager Erik Walsh, Councilman Marc Whyte and Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones each stuck to plans they offered earlier in the debate.

by Michael Karlis September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

San Antonio News

Will City Council accept political fallout of 8.4% property tax increase to balance budget?

San Antonio City Council is closer to a budget deal Wednesday, but only if seven members vote to raise property taxes.

by Michael Karlis September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

San Antonio News

Lawsuit blames Texas abortion ban for San Antonio woman’s death

Tierra Walker, who was 20 weeks pregnant, died of a serious complication known as preeclampsia in December 2024.

by Terri Langford, The Texas Tribune September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio Conservation Society says it’s pausing NIOSA, one of Fiesta’s most popular events

Facing a loss of space in La Villita, the San Antonio Conservation Society said it’s temporarily put the brakes on its annual fundraiser.

by Sanford Nowlin September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio councilwoman proposes smaller increase in property taxes to deal with deficit

Councilwoman Ivalis Meza Gonzalez floated the idea of a lower increase as the budget clock ticks down, but the city manager said it’s unlikely to gain traction.

by Michael Karlis September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

San Antonio News

‘No Sacred Cows’: Mayor wants to cut Ready to Work, Fiesta and Siclovia funding as $158M deficit looms

The City of San of San Antonio would only allocate funds to needs she deems essential, including library positions, economic development and an inner city after-school programs.

by Michael Karlis September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

Cityscrapes

As city budget crisis looms, let’s consider cutting back our fast-growing street-repair fund

San Antonio’s annual budget for street repairs now tops $100 million. Couldn’t we dial that back temporarily to avoid more painful cuts?

by Heywood Sanders September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio Reddit moderators look to block another local news outlet

After banning the Current last fall, the moderators are targeting Sinclair-owned News 4 SA.

by Michael Karlis September 14, 2026September 14, 2026

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San Antonio Reproductive Justice Fund to remain funded with $1 million reinvestment

11 ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in San Antonio

City manager, council face constituent blowback over San Antonio’s first property tax hike in 3 decades

This house for sale on San Antonio’s greenbelt has a workshop treehouse

Records show repeated financial losses for NIOSA, one of Fiesta San Antonio’s most beloved events

Texas freezes installation of Flock cameras along state roads

Waymo resumes picking up San Antonio customers after flood waters swept away one of its cars

Mayor Pete coming to San Antonio this weekend to stump for two South Texas Democrats

Study shows Texas’ embattled public libraries generate $3.8 billion in economic benefits

San Antonio OKs first property tax increase in more than 3 decades to deal with deficit

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar says Hasan Piker’s University of Texas visit will make Jewish students ‘unsafe’

Rep. Joaquin Castro seeks nominations for songs by Latino and Texas artists for national archive

Sparks fly at San Antonio City Hall as council clashes over city budget

Will City Council accept political fallout of 8.4% property tax increase to balance budget?

Lawsuit blames Texas abortion ban for San Antonio woman’s death

San Antonio Conservation Society says it’s pausing NIOSA, one of Fiesta’s most popular events

San Antonio councilwoman proposes smaller increase in property taxes to deal with deficit

‘No Sacred Cows’: Mayor wants to cut Ready to Work, Fiesta and Siclovia funding as $158M deficit looms

As city budget crisis looms, let’s consider cutting back our fast-growing street-repair fund

San Antonio Reddit moderators look to block another local news outlet

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