Bad Takes: Time to switch off the hysteria about teens and their cellphone use
Many researchers argue teens face far worse threats to their mental health than excessive screen time.
San Antonio’s Jason Kane & The Jive will record first live album at Jandro’s
The album will be recorded over the course of two SA performances.
San Antonio bar Let’s Be Honest hosting presidential debate watch party
President Biden and former president Trump will face off in the first debate of election season.
Sunny Ozuna to play Jaime’s Place for tribute to San Antonio nightclub Patio Andaluz
The event will also feature Little Henry Lee and other architects of San Antonio’s West Side Sound.
Condor Airlines already scaling back San Antonio flight plans
Next summer, the airline will cut its weekly flights between San Antonio and Frankfurt from three to two.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Powdered Wig Machine, Red Clay Strays, Dirty River
Sound Cream Sunset Sessions will also present Dallas-based DJ Boyblk.
Ms. Marvel actress stops by San Antonio comic store Heroes and Fantasies
The Marvel Cinematic Universe star found time to visit while in town for Super Hero Comic Con.
Study: Texas ranks among least self-sufficient U.S. states
The study comes as the Texas Nationalist Movement ramps up efforts to get secession on the November ballot.
Assclown Alert: Making empty threats about the Ten Commandments with Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
‘Texas WOULD have been and SHOULD have been the first state in the nation to put the 10 Commandments back in our schools,’ Patrick tweeted last week.
Campaign of Brandon ‘AK Guy’ Herrera closes PAC before recount is complete
The closure of the PAC also comes after federal regulators opened a pair of inquiries into Herrera’s campaign finances.
How a U.S. Supreme Court case about gender-affirming care ban could impact Texas
Texas’ ban on transition-related care for minors is currently before the Supreme Court of Texas.
Infant mortality in Texas spiked following state’s ‘heartbeat bill’ abortion ban, study finds
In 2022, infant deaths in Texas jumped by 13%, significantly higher than the national average.
San Antonio’s Joaquin and the Glowliners to debut music video at Slab Cinema
This free event celebrating the West Side soul band’s video for “I Remember” will include vinyl DJs and classic cars.
San Antonio hotel Kimpton Santo to debut high-end steakhouse, rooftop bar this summer
Dean’s Steak & Seafood and its accompanying bars will be located in a former German-English schoolhouse.
San Antonio’s Opportunity Home launches rental assistance for those facing eviction
The program comes weeks after the ouster of Opportunity Home’s CEO.
San Antonio Philharmonic season features music of Led Zeppelin, Selena
Saturday’s performance of Zeppelin classics is part of the orchestra’s plan to make symphonic music more accessible.
Late South Texas TV host Johnny Canales to be subject of documentary
Titled Take It Away, the documentary is being produced by the creators of Netflix’s Selena: The Series.
Five abortions a month: How Dobbs changed Texas
Before Roe v. Wade was overturned two years ago, the monthly average was around 4,400.
San Antonio mayor claps back at anti-abortion protesters during Monday event
Protesters heckled a press conference unveiling a new fund to help low-income women seek reproductive care.
Three Texas cities, including San Antonio, are among those with the worst drivers
San Antonio ranks high on the list due to the number of fatal accidents here caused by distracted drivers.
As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainable
A new housing report from Harvard University found that would-be homebuyers need to make more money than ever if they want to buy a home in Texas’ urban areas.
San Antonio-based Jim’s chain closing San Pedro and Hildebrand restaurant
The closure is the chain’s second in three months and leaves it with 13 Alamo City locations.
Texas librarian’s big stand against book bans
In Llano County, a local librarian fought back against censorship, prompting a federal court fight and national recognition but losing the job of her dreams.
San Antonio’s Retama Park track will stage camel and ostrich races
The exotic beasts will compete between horse races on the weekend of June 28-29.
After decades of lobbying by Christian conservative donors, school voucher legislation may finally have the votes
Gov. Greg Abbott succeeded in his campaign against Republicans who defied him on school vouchers. Now he may finally get the votes he needs to pass a bill.
Texas adopts guidance for how doctors should interpret abortion ban
The guidance lays out what the Texas Medical Board will consider when investigating allegations of illegal abortions.
U.S. Supreme Court allows gun restrictions for domestic violence suspects
Justices ruled that the federal government did not violate a Texas man’s Second Amendment rights when barring him from possessing firearms.
San Antonio U.S. Rep. Chip Roy says he wants to ‘ethnic cleanse’ white progressives
In a tweet defending Donald Trump’s plan to deport 20 million migrants, Roy said he wants to deport “white progressive Democrats – with a special bonus for rich ones with an Ivy League degree.”
Beach Bunny bringing hummable melodies, introspective lyrics to San Antonio this Sunday
The “Prom Queen” act is opening for pop singer Melanie Martinez at Frost Bank Center.
Casino magnate Miriam Adelson gives pro-Ted Cruz super PAC $1 million
The donation from Adelson, also the owner of the Dallas Mavericks, was the largest single contribution in May to the Truth and Courage PAC, a super PAC supporting Cruz’s reelection.
City of San Antonio will no longer accept plastic bags in recycling bins
The city is encouraging residents to carry along reusable bags instead of attempting to recycle plastic ones.
Here’s everything folks need to know about San Antonio’s new water regulations
San Antonio adopted five new water-related policies on Thursday, including a new noncompliance charge that goes directly onto SAWS bills.
Jake Gyllenhaal pulls out of San Antonio’s Superhero Comic Con due to COVID
Guests including Chris Pine, Diego Luna, Andy Serkis and Orlando Bloom are still expected to appear.
Toyota approves $531 million, 400-job expansion for San Antonio plant
City Council approved an incentives package Thursday that includes reinvesting a portion of property taxes from the new investment into public infrastructure around the plant.
South Texas man arrested on charges of having sex with horse — again
The man has been arrested five times since 2012 on accusations that he sexually violated horses.
Make Music Day San Antonio will feature free performances this Friday
Combo Cosmico, Harvey McLaughlin, Zo-G and a dozen other acts will perform throughout the city.
San Antonio’s Los Barrios restaurant group closing La Hacienda Scenic Loop
The owners blamed the closure on traffic and staffing issues but said they’ll continue to operate their three other SA dining spots.
Source: San Antonio Missions’ ballpark could cost $200 million
County Judge Peter Sakai signed a letter this week stating the county will help build the new ballpark.
Demand on Texas’ strained power grid expected to double over next six years
Data centers, hydrogen-production sites and oil and gas operators are demanding more power at the same time as the state’s population is booming.
Supreme Court rules in favor of San Antonio-area woman suing Castle Hills for retaliation
Former councilwoman Sylvia Gonzalez spent a night in jail after accusing Castle Hills’ city manager of failing to do his job.
San Antonio-based Whataburger giving out free iced coffee this Thursday
The fast food joint’s promotion is in celebration of the summer solstice, the longest day of the year.
San Antonio’s iHeartMedia gave another $156,000 to Ted Cruz-linked super PAC
To date, the controversial arrangement has pumped $786,000 into a super PAC whose primary goal is to see Cruz is reelected.
Superhero Comic Con bringing big stars to San Antonio this weekend
Chris Pine, Jake Gyllenhaal, Diego Luna and Orlando Bloom are among the A-listers appearing at the four-day event.
Out at the Tobin Pride Brunch taking place this Sunday
The event raises money for Thrive Youth Center and will feature drag performers Kristi Waters, Mehgan Iman Dlux, Reign LaRue and Ra’Jah O’Hara.
Texas residents are among the nation’s biggest complainers, study finds
According to the survey, Texas is the U.S. state with the eighth-highest number of complainers.
Study ranks San Antonio among nation’s worst-run cities
WalletHub ranked cities by comparing their per-capital municipal budgets to an array of quality-of-life factors.
Trans celebrity amplifies mysterious death of Jarvis McIntire in San Antonio
Trans actress and LGBTQ+ activist Dominique Jackson shared information on the death of McIntire, a gay, Black veteran.
Biden to unveil new protections for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, DACA recipients
Texas has more than 95,000 DACA recipients and about 1.6 million undocumented residents overall.
Ex-San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White wins championship, loses tooth
White’s former team and plenty of its fans congratulated him on becoming an NBA champion.
Hip San Antonio bar Hands Down is closing
Final day of service for the Southtown watering hole is this Saturday.
Family of San Antonio man who died while being booked into jail files federal suit
The suit alleges two Bexar County deputies used unnecessary lethal force while restraining suspect Emmanuel Mora.
San Antonio’s Urban-15 presenting Summer Solstice dance on Thursday
Created and performed by Urban-15’sCatherine Cisneros, the solo dance will evoke rituals from ancient cultures including the Aztecs, the Celts and more.
Texas woman will do jail time for her now-viral attack on group of Indian Americans
Esmeralda Upton will serve 40 days for the 2022 incident, which was captured on a widely shared video.
Judge throws out Texas AG’s suit challenging voter-backed cannabis decriminalization
Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton sought to overturn decriminalization ordinances approved by voters in five Texas cities.
Judge weighing whether to close El Paso shelter that aids undocumented immigrants
Texas argues that Annunciation House is breaking state law by harboring undocumented immigrants, something the shelter’s lawyers called ‘utter nonsense.’
Texas National Guard is shooting pepper balls to deter migrants at the border
Migrants in Mexico said they’ve been shot by the rounds, which leave bruises and disperse a chemical irritant. The state says Guard members are trained not to aim directly at people.
San Antonio woman gets 14-year sentence on allegation she helped smuggle immigrants
Kimberley Cruz, 35, also is accused of taking $276,000 from migrants to provide those services.
Trial of San Antonio man accused of assaulting woman in viral video set to begin next week
Noah Ochoa, 25, is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a felony.
Groundbreaking 1967 film Bonnie and Clyde screening Tuesday in San Antonio
The movie will show Tuesday, June 18, as part of Texas Public Radio’s Cinema Tuesdays series.
No one showed up for San Antonio’s World Naked Bike Ride on Saturday
The long-touted event was supposed to have left Saturday from Alamo Plaza, which was free both of nude people and bicycles.
San Antonio startup DeLorean says it now has a host for customer deposits on its cars
DeLorean plans to launch its long-delayed NFT exchange in August, but depositors are skeptical.
New study shows Texas women’s support for abortion increased since state ban
The number of moderate women supporting abortion rights also increased significantly over that time.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Steve Aoki, DIIV, Freedom! A Juneteenth Celebration
The San Antonio Philharmonic also will perform the music of Led Zeppelin with Randy Jackson of ’80s prog group Zebra.
San Antonio native George Strait breaks U.S. concert-attendance record
The country music legend drew 110,905 fans at Texas A&M’s Kyle Field.
Congressman Joaquin Castro eulogizes Tejano legend Johnny Canales in U.S. House
The San Antonio congressman praised the late TV host for his work elevating Latino musicians.
Table Talk: Getting to know Pullman Market retail guru Noah Bradley
Bradley serves as general manager of retail for San Antonio’s recently opened Pullman Market, a 40,000-square-foot culinary market at the Pearl.
San Antonio performance venues adapting to those with sensory sensitivity
The Alamodome, the Tobin Center and the Majestic Theatre are among the facilities creating safe spaces for visitors or arranging special performances for those with sensory sensitivity.
‘Unsettled Eye’ photo exhibition at San Antonio’s Ruby City inspires double-takes
The photographic works by 11 national, international and Texas-based artists are deliberately disorienting.
Pros at San Antonio’s Pullman Market share their must-try items
The 40,000-square-foot culinary market opened this spring.
How San Antonio police lost a bullet tied to the shooting death of a baby
Past SAPD audits document repeated evidence handling problems.
Texas Supreme Court rejects case that could have imperiled IVF access
The justices allowed a lower court’s opinion to stand, and, for now, sidestepped the question of whether a frozen embryo has the same rights as a living child.
San Antonio restaurant Lala’s Gorditas asks diners for help again
‘If you think Lala’s is worth it… please show up,’ the restaurant’s owner said in a Facebook post.
San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama spotted shooting new H-E-B commercial
An H-E-B spokesperson confirmed Wemby was shooting a new ad but declined to say when it might show up on TV.
Cover your eyes! Naked Bike Ride scheduled for downtown San Antonio this weekend
The ride is expected to depart Saturday night from Alamo Plaza.
New Braunfels native helped bring new Pixar animated movie Inside Out 2 to life
Jacob Brooks, who grew up in the San Antonio area, also worked on Ratatouille, Toy Story 3 and Monster’s University.
San Antonio’s Briscoe Western Art Museum kicking off film series with Giant
The Sunday, June 16, screening will feature the groundbreaking 1956 Western drama.
San Antonio’s Junteenth Freedom Parade will take place this Saturday
The event, which runs 10 a.m.-2 p.m., grows in attendance annually.
Pullman’s Fife & Farro and Mezquite offer distinct, but equally elevated experiences
The two restaurants so far open in the Pearl’s high-end culinary market show it’s off to a good start.
Board looking into San Antonio-Austin commuter rail could face same fate as failed predecessor
Officials may have a hard time convincing Union Pacific to give up its existing rail line for commuter service.
Deal to relaunch San Antonio’s Second Pitch Brewing has died
An investor who stepped in to resurrect the financially troubled brewery now says he’s launching his own venture in the same North Side space.
San Antonio police officer arrested on DWI charge
The officer, who’s been on the force for a year, is now on administrative duty.
San Antonio City Council votes to charge Airbnb owners hundreds more in fees
Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez said the price hike is necessary to stop businesses from buying up single-family homes.
Bad Takes: Texas GOP, Democratic conventions more similar than some might think
The state’s Republican base has confused modern society with a John Wayne film, while Democrats are easily distracted from being the party of the working class.
Former San Antonio man gets 18 months after guilty plea in super PAC scheme
Christopher Richardson, who also went to prison on an earlier bank fraud charge, is accused of falsifying filings to federal campaign finance officials.
Singer and rapper Pitbull to hold free concert in Austin later this month
The concert is in celebration of UT Austin’s admission into the SEC.
Tejano star and TV host Johnny Canales has died at age 77
The South Texas TV host’s long-running TV show helped expand Tejano music’s appeal and featured now-legendary performers such as Selena.
Feds launch new probe of U.S. House candidate Brandon Herrera’s campaign finances
The latest inquiry comes a week after the FEC sent a letter inquiring about a loan Herrera made to his own campaign.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Texas challenge to abortion pill
In the high court’s first abortion-related ruling since it overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, the justices ruled unanimously to change nothing about mifepristone’s legal status.
Is Pullman for the people? High-end greengrocer wants to connect with blue-collar San Antonio
Developers of the Pearl’s new Pullman Market are betting residents will pay more to support local farmers and sustainable practices.
