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Trump admin deletes list of federal properties it plans to sell, including Texas buildings
The White House released then deleted a list of 440 federal buildings it wants to close and sell, including one in San Antonio.
San Antonio’s McNay comes full circle with posthumous exhibition celebrating Texas artist Michael Tracy
Tracy is known for richly layered paintings and symbolic sculptures exploring themes of religion, ritual, immigration and sacrifice.
Congressman and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner dies
Turner, a Democrat, was sworn into his first term in the U.S. House in January.
Texas Democrats show their dissent during Trump’s Tuesday night speech
‘The People’s House must not be left unchecked to a wannabe tyrant spewing lies,’ Rep. Lloyd Doggett said.
Rep. Al Green disrupts Trump speech and is escorted out
The Texas Democrat who has a history of attention-getting acts repeatedly shouted ‘no mandate to cut Medicaid.’
Gina Ortiz Jones leads tight San Antonio mayoral race, new UTSA poll shows
More than half of those polled either didn’t know who they’re voting for or were unfamiliar with any of the candidates.
San Antonio’s Mission Kayak tour company permanently closed
Mission Kayak was one of just two operators licensed to rent kayaks along the San Antonio River Walk.
Here’s why you can’t find Lone Star Beer in San Antonio or the rest of Texas
The ‘National Beer of Texas’ will be available again later this month. Its owner is moving production to a different site.
Texas GOP congressman introduces legislation to slap Trump’s face on $100 bill
The Republican lawmaker filed his ‘Golden Age Act of 2025’ a day before stocks plummeted on news of Trump’s tariffs.
San Antonio mayoral contender Rolando Pablos accuses rival John Courage of doxxing
Courage, a councilman, tweeted a map that appeared to pin the location of Pablos’ far North Side home.
Trump tariff concerns cut into sales of vehicles made at San Antonio Toyota plant
Toyota employs 3,700 people here making the Tundra pickup and Sequoia SUV.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Tab Benoit, Harvey McLaughlin, NCT 127
Bit Brigade, specialists in indie-pop and computer nostalgia, also will perform music from Nintendo’s Super Mario games live.
Assclown Alert: Cowering before the anti-vaccine crowd with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
The governor has said next to nothing about the state’s worsening measles outbreak and still hasn’t urged anyone to get jabbed to slow the spread.
Texas officials still don’t know how West Texas measles outbreak started
Texas’ health commissioner fielded questions from state lawmakers about the outbreak and vaccine risks.
Texas refugee aid group sues to unfreeze $36 million in federal funds
Catholic Charities Fort Worth says that its partners have had to lay off 750 people because of the freeze.
San Antonio’s Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort expanding with private villas, 2.2-acre lagoon
The new additions to the luxury resort are slated to debut this year.
Measles outbreak prompts Mexico to issue travel warning for Texas
On Monday, Texas health officials said 158 cases have been confirmed in the state.
Another protest against Trump and Musk planned outside San Antonio City Hall on Tuesday
The rally comes as the White House has cut $45 million in funding to San Antonio nonprofits and other entities.
Owners of San Antonio’s Gimme Gimme turn adjacent wine bar into second Friends of Sound location
The transformation will allow patrons of the Southtown cocktail spot to browse vintage vinyl while they drink.
San Antonio Zoo to reveal Tupi the capybara’s gender during celebration this week
Tupi has garnered quite the online following and was even featured in the New York Times.
San Antonio’s top health research centers poised to lose $50 million in Trump NIH cuts
‘We truly risk losing our international standing as a leader in bettering public health,’ Texas Biomed’s CEO said.
San Antonio mayoral candidate Manny Pelaez draws flak for calling city’s homeless drug addicts
The councilman’s comments came in a Saturday Instagram video where he boasted about his new anti-panhandling banners.
A surge in bee deaths is hurting Texas beekeepers — and could affect the price of produce
Commercial beekeepers in Texas have lost about two thirds of their honey bees since June last year, according to a recent survey.
San Antonio among 5 U.S. cities with highest risk for drunk-driving fatalities
Only Austin, Chicago and Dallas ranked higher on the new study.
Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez backs Melissa Cabello Havrda for San Antonio mayor
The East Side councilman cited Cabello Havrda’s focus on public safety, transportation and supporting working class San Antonians.
Local and state police are joining Trump’s ‘deportation force’
Texas law enforcement agencies and others around the nation are reviving a long-dead “task force” program that led to racial profiling in the past.
San Antonio’s Latina Spring film series starts next week with screening of The In Between
Directed by Texan Robie Flores, the movie follows the return of a Latina filmmaker to her hometown after her brother’s death.
San Antonio Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox to make hometown debut in Sunday’s game against OKC
It will take a united front to limit the Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Drake settles legal fight with San Antonio-based iHeartMedia over diss track ‘Not Like Us’
Drake had accused the radio conglomerate of taking illegal money to boost airplay of Kendrick Lamar’s hit.
Texas A&M System bans drag shows from its universities
The move potentially sets up a new First Amendment fight between students and university administrators.
Texas leaders defend Black official after lawmaker’s public interrogation of DEI policies left her in tears
The topic was a budget request from a state agency. The exchange grew emotional when a lawmaker pressed for answers about a strategic plan that praises diversity.
Stoners land major victory over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
Paxton tried to overrule Dallas’ decision to decriminalize small amounts of pot. A judge ruled against him.
Elon Musk’s DOGE layoffs could make San Antonio’s weak housing market worse, study says
Some 3% of the San Antonio area’s workforce is employed by the federal government, the sixth-highest percentage in the nation.
San Antonio Spurs tickets going for as little as $2 as team struggles with health problems
When fees and taxes are included, the checkout price jumps to $8.
Texas among the worst states for hit-and-run fatalities, new study finds
More than 4 million people in the U.S. were involved in hit-and-run accidents from 2018 to 2022, according to federal data.
San Antonio charter school reports case of rubella, which is contagious but not same as measles
Legacy Traditional School-Cibolo maintains that a student tested positive for rubella. The state said it’s not aware of any cases here.
Upscale pizzeria to open next month at old NOLA location near St. Mary’s Strip
The new spot will serve lunch and dinner, as well as an Italian-inspired brunch on weekends.
San Antonio Mexican-Chinese restaurant La Chinita’s closed ‘until further notice’
The business has been serving up its fusion cuisine on the South Side for more than 40 years.
Texas leaders quiet amid the biggest measles outbreak in decades
Declining vaccination rates, decreasing trust in government and a political unwillingness to endorse vaccines is shaping Texas’ measles response.
Trump administration removes five immigration judges in Texas, union says
The move raises concerns about large case backlogs that have persisted for years.
Former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff endorses Beto Altamirano in San Antonio mayor’s race
The endorsement could help the political newcomer stand out from a crowded pack.
Bon Appétit magazine publishes article singing the praise of San Antonio breakfast tacos
The piece gives shout outs to local favorites including Original Donut Shop, Con Huevos, Maria’s Cafe and Little Taco Factory.
San Antonio-Austin Rep. Greg Casar: ‘We need to fire Elon Musk’
The congressman said news about an FAA deal with Musk’s Starlink is one of the billionaire’s many conflicts of interest.
City of San Antonio to begin talks with county, Spurs on new $1.5 billion arena
Thursday’s vote came after two days of messy debate.
Thin majority of Texas House signs on to support voucher bill
The 75 co-sponsors plus the bill’s author would provide enough votes to pass Gov. Abbott’s top priority measure in the 150-seat House.
San Antonio police detective fired over claims he used excessive force during arrests
SAPD officials also maintain detective Jack E. Harper III attempted to cover up his use of excessive force.
Shaq reveals Spurs coach Popovich’s act of kindness when the star attended school in San Antonio
‘He did something for me I never talked about,’ O’Neal said.
Jay Perez, Stefani Montiel and more to perform at San Antonio’s Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair
The free, three-day event will take place March 14-16 at Hemisfair.
Low vaccination rates could put some San Antonio schools at increased risk for measles outbreaks
State records show 12 local private and charter schools have vaccination rates that could put them at risk for outbreaks.
Texas Legislature proposes $400M cut to higher ed as Dan Patrick threatens university budgets over DEI
At a public event last week, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said higher ed would get less funding if they don’t ‘kick DEI out of their schools,’ a few weeks after lawmakers proposed a massive cut to public universities.
Congressmen demand investigation of ICE prosecutor running racist X account
Following the Observer’s reporting, three U.S. House members have demanded accountability, while James Rodden still appeared on an ICE court schedule this week.
San Antonio composer Nathan Felix to present new opera Glory Gone this Saturday
The opera’s story echoes the tragic and untimely death of Selena, the martyred Queen of Tejano.
New affordable housing complex debuts on San Antonio’s North Side
Rental prices range from $597 to $1,380 for two- and three-bedroom units for those who qualify.
Circus-themed Periodpalooza event in San Antonio seeks to fight ‘period poverty’
Saturday’s event will take place at Brick at Blue Star and benefit students and others who struggle to afford menstrual products.
Bexar County hires veteran election official pushed out of previous job amid right-wing criticism
Michele Carew was unanimously appointed as election administrator for the county that’s home to San Antonio, four years after leaving her post in Hood County.
Actor Cary Elwes to host Princess Bride screening at San Antonio’s Tobin Center
The event this Saturday will feature the 1987 movie classic followed by a moderated discussion with Elwes.
Suspect arrested for firing gun during San Antonio nightclub brawl now on the run, authorities say
Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to 38-year-old Joseph Olivarri’s capture.
100,000 San Antonio residents could lose Medicaid under GOP budget, Joaquin Castro warns
The resolution could also cut up to $234 billion from SNAP benefits and add trillions to the deficit to fund tax cuts for the wealthy.
Texas records first death in its fast-expanding measles outbreak
The patient, an unvaccinated school-age child, died in a Lubbock hospital.
Nearly one in three people in ICE detention being held in Texas
Nearly 3,000 immigrants in ICE custody are being held at facilities near San Antonio, according to new data.
Melonie Diaz takes back power as vengeful crypto investor in thriller Cold Wallet
The movie will be available on VOD on Feb. 28.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says vouchers won’t defund Texas high school football programs
Meanwhile, a right-wing think tank and ‘school choice’ proponent said vouchers would cut spending on big-ticket items like football stadiums.
Texas measles outbreak jumps to 124 cases as San Antonio health officials issue exposure warning
Warnings have also gone out to residents of San Marcos and New Braunfels due to visits from an infected person.
San Antonio Animal Care Services employees investigated for mocking Uvalde massacre
Two employees have since resigned, however the driver of the vehicle remains employed by the city department.
U.S. Supreme Court hears Texas death row inmate’s appeal for DNA test of evidence
Ruben Gutierrez wants to be able to sue prosecutors to compel them to test evidence that he says will prove he did not kill a Brownsville woman in 1998.
Sugar Ray and Hoobastank headlining San Antonio’s Fiesta Oyster Bake. Yay?
Other ’90s- and 2000s-era bands on the lineup include Vertical Horizon and Tonic.
How to spend your money as an act of resistance in San Antonio
Here’s a handy list of replacements for major retailers being boycotted in this Friday’s national Economic Blackout.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Gary Clark Jr., Jerry Cantrell, Bright Eyes, Clem Snide
Arcade Fire founding member Tim Kile is also performing this week.
Texas losing construction, farm workers as fears of Trump’s mass-deportation plan loom
San Antonio ISD, which has at least 3,000 undocumented students, has also seen attendance drop in recent weeks.
California’s Barrio Dogg chain closes its San Antonio location
The Mexican-style hotdog spot opened in Southtown less than a year ago.
Wu-Tang Clan’s final tour coming to Texas in June but skipping San Antonio
The group will be joined on all three Texas dates by rap duo Run The Jewels.
‘Fresh Mex’ restaurant Luz Roja opening in downtown San Antonio’s longtime Blanco Cafe space
The dining spot is a venture involving downtown developer Devin Elder and longtime restaurateur Dan Ward of Piatti fame.
San Antonio State Sen. Roland Gutierrez tells Musk and friends to shove Nazi salute ‘up your ass’
The Democrat’s remarks came after two speakers at the right-wing CPAC conference gave stiff-armed salutes.
Republican lawmaker files bills to ban DEI in Texas K-12 public schools
Senate bills 12 and 1565 would withhold funding from Texas public schools that don’t comply with the state’s DEI ban.
Ted Cruz aims to shut down ‘woke’ science grants for cancer research, car safety, student participation
Texas senator claims the National Science Foundation is using grants to fund ‘neo-Marxist class warfare propaganda.’
Texas House establishes own DOGE to ‘reduce the size and scope of government’
The committee consists of 8 Republicans and 5 Democrats, including San Antonio State Rep. Liz Campos.
San Antonio Zoo closes three exhibits after wild vulture tests ‘non-negative’ for bird flu
The park also has removed fish feeders that may attract birds and has moved some birds in its care off-habitat.
Texas Lottery commissioner resigns as agency faces legislative scrutiny
Clark Smith, one of five members of the commission, stepped down Friday as lawmakers have raised questions about the role of lottery couriers and agency governance.
Video of dog being dragged at San Antonio Animal Care Services facility sparks outrage
In a statement, ACS said the temporary worker in the clip has been fired.
Potential measles exposure reported in San Antonio amid growing Texas outbreak
A Gaines County resident who tested positive for the disease visited UTSA, River Walk attractions on Feb. 15.
Watching wizards make your food is part of the fun at San Antonio’s Noodles & Dumplings
The Texas-based Chinese restaurant chain does a formidable job with its two namesake foods.
Gregg Popovich not expected to return to coaching Spurs this season, ESPN reports
Pop, 76, is in his 29th season coaching the team.
Houston restaurateur Levi Goode dishes on Otto’s Ice House, his first San Antonio project
The concept will debut at the Pearl in April.
Anxiety mounts among Social Security recipients as DOGE troops settle In
Elon Musk’s team has descended on an already understaffed Social Security Administration, which now faces further workforce cuts and closures of vital local offices. The consequences could be significant for millions of the most vulnerable Americans.
San Antonio-based Whataburger creating art museum pop-up for Austin’s SXSW festival
The South Texas burger institution will show off digital displays and fan-created artwork along with offering an exclusive item for collectors.
West Texas measles cases rise to 90
Dawson and Ector counties have reported their first cases as the outbreak area grows to seven counties.
‘Asylum as we know it’: An immigration historian on Trump, refuge and exclusion
After World War II, ‘People understood that if they had allowed more immigrants into the United States, many of them wouldn’t have been killed in Europe.’
San Antonio music venue Rah! Rah! Room wants local talent to be front and center
The club’s Loud & Local shows are designed to bring together like-minded San Antonio acts.
AAN Publishers joins call for White House to cease punishing journalists
‘When leaders try to silence reporters through intimidation, legal threats and denial of access, they are not protecting the country; they are protecting themselves from scrutiny.’
San Antonio school districts cancel after-school activities as area braces for winter weather
Bexar County may experience freezing rain Friday evening through Saturday morning, the National Weather Service reports.
San Antonio immigrant legal-aid group RAICES lays off 61 workers after federal funding freeze
The organization is among Texas’ largest providers of legal aid to immigrants.
Federal Election Commission clears Ted Cruz in complaint over controversial podcast deal
Watchdog groups alleged Cruz broke the law by directing iHeartMedia to flow syndication money into a PAC supporting his reelection.
Texas House’s voucher plan ties subsidies for private school tuition to public education spending
Competing voucher bills in the state House and Senate could set off a clash over which version goes to the governor’s desk.
Texas one of states facing biggest pain from Trump tariffs, new study shows
Mexico accounts for more than 37% of Texas imports, or nearly $143 billion.
ICE arrests South Texas bakery owners accused of hiring undocumented workers
Federal immigration agents raided the Los Fresnos bakery and detained eight workers before filing charges against the two owners.
10 ways to Celebrate National Margarita Day in San Antonio this Saturday
From discount margs to special flavors to tasting flights, these dining spots are going all out to celebrate SA’s fave cocktail.
Rep. Joaquin Castro, other Dems demand White House reveal how many VA workers have been fired
Castro’s office said some 90 VA workers in San Antonio are out of a job, but the Texas total is still unclear.
San Antonio Philharmonic guest conductor Lina González-Granados doesn’t want to tell the same stories
González-Granados will lead the orchestra as it performs its Classics VI concerts on Friday and Saturday.
San Antonio artist and Spare Parts founder Mary Elizabeth Cantú has died
Comments are pouring in from members of San Antonio’s artistic community mourning the loss of an innovator and creative reuse advocate.
Video purportedly showing San Antonio ISD skirting anti-trans sports ban far from a smoking gun
Right-wing group Accuracy In Media said undercover clip shows a district employee bending state rules. It’s not clear he did.
15 San Antonio restaurants participating in annual Girl Scout Cookie Flavor Fest fundraiser
The eateries will offer limited-time culinary creations that riff on classic Girl Scout Cookie flavors.
Otaku Anime and Food Festival throwing Lunar New Year celebration this weekend in San Antonio
The traveling festival is ushering in the Year of the Snake with food, anime, live music and sumo wrestling.
Hello Kitty truck returning to San Antonio this Saturday
The mobile merchandising attraction will be at the North Star Mall offering exclusive, limited-edition items.
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama out for rest of season with blood clot
The injury diminishes hopes the Silver and Black can make a playoff appearance this season.
Houston’s Los Tios Mexican Restaurants will open its first San Antonio store this year
The 54-year-old chain is taking over the former La Madeleine on Broadway.
Suspect arrested for firing gun during San Antonio bar brawl previously charged with murder
The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office dropped the charge last year, citing the need for further investigation.
