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High-Tech Hall: Can San Antonio’s Tech Port Center Arena thrive with a mix of music and esports?
The 3,200-seat facility has already raised the curtain on a varied music lineup that kicks off with a Smashing Pumpkins show.
Over 100 children have died in Texas’ child welfare system since 2020, report says
Most of the deaths were attributed to ‘preexisting medical conditions’ or abuse suffered before the children entered the system, according to the DFPS report.
San Antonio man charged with participating in Jan. 6 riot along with father takes guilty plea
He still faces trial over charges that FBI agents found marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms and a firearm at his Alamo City residence.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll prioritize passing Texas version of Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law
Patrick has also championed other anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, including his failed 2017 bathroom bill.
Southwest Airlines begins nonstop route from San Antonio to Oklahoma City
The route wasn’t expected to start until April 25 but opened ahead of schedule.
Long-running San Antonio arthouse theater the Bijou has reportedly closed its doors
The news comes after owner Santikos Entertainment purchased and reopened two Alamo Drafthouse locations.
San Antonio’s Kura Revolving Sushi to offer Puglie Pug-branded merchandise as customer prizes
Kura is known for partnering with iconic brands like Tetris and Hello Kitty for its Bikkura Pon prize machines.
NIOSA organizers continue ‘Rain Rock’ tradition ahead of possible San Antonio thunderstorms
NIOSA Organizers started the tradition in the 1970s to ward off bad weather.
Hill Country Craft Beer Festival returning to Gruene — along with 150 brews
Live music and food trucks will round out the 21-and-over event.
Musicians of the San Antonio Symphony receive $100,000 grant, will perform 3 more concerts
The striking musicians will return to First Baptist Church for performances in April, May and June.
Well-known Bandera, Texas music venue the 11th Street Cowboy Bar up for sale
The half-acre property is listed for nearly $1.5 million.
One person in custody after attempted ATM heist on San Antonio’s North Side
Officers located the missing cash machine by following drag marks.
Kevin Hart adds second show at San Antonio’s AT&T Center in response to brisk ticket sales
Presale tickets are available online starting Wednesday.
The biggest share of arrests under Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s border crackdown are for trespassing
Abbott has said his border project is stopping smugglers and drug cartels, but the numbers show a different story.
Ford Mariachi Festival brings Fiesta fun to the San Antonio River Walk Tuesday-Thursday
The long-running event will feature mariachi performers on floating barges.
Texas teachers say they’re pushed to the brink by law requiring them to spend dozens of hours unpaid in training
K-3 teachers in Texas have until 2023 to complete a 60-hour Reading Academies course to keep the job. It’s taking some 120 hours on their own time to finish.
After pissing off fans by scrapping San Antonio show, Eric Church promises a free concert
Church said he’ll play for free at New Braunfels’ Whitewater Amphitheater in September to make good.
Texas power grid, energy sectors facing elevated Russian cyber threats during war in Ukraine
Utility companies and key oil and gas transportation hubs are on high alert as Russian hackers have been probing energy infrastructure’s digital networks for weak points.
South Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar breaks with party, votes against marijuana reform, defends Title 42
The moves provide ammunition to his runoff rival, progressive Jessica Cisneros.
Fiesta, St. Mary’s Strip Parking: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
Parties of multiple kinds were at the heart of the Current‘s most-read stories of the week.
San Antonio’s Second Pitch Brewing hosting Parks & Rec trivia and vendor market Saturday
The brewery will host a special guest for the event: Fig Newton the tiny horse.
Chiflada’s, P. Terry’s Burger Stand: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
Every top story this week centered around an opening or big changes to a local mainstay.
U.S. House passes cannabis legalization — again
It’s only the second time in more than 50 years that Congress has voted to repeal cannabis prohibition.
Bud Light to give out free beer after Eric Church cancels San Antonio show
Bud Light said it felt bad for his fans and wanted to give them a reason to celebrate.
San Antonio Spurs legend Manu Ginobili to be inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
The four-time NBA champion will be joined by former Spurs player and coach George Karl.
San Antonians will pay more for Fiesta foods this year due to inflation
Revelers can expect to pay more for items such as oysters, chicken on a stick and potstickers.
Former child-welfare supervisor says Texas straying from protocols as it looks into parents of trans kids
The former staffer said it looks as if outcomes of investigations into families with trans children are predetermined.
Online review site Yelp adds new function that shows bar and restaurant health inspection scores
The data is gleaned directly from county health departments.
San Antonio McDonald’s stores selling Fiesta medals to raise cash for Ronald McDonald House
The medals feature local landmarks along with a heart-shaped package of the chain’s French fries.
San Antonio’s Fiesta Cornyation makes a triumphant return after two-year hiatus
The over-the-top Fiesta tradition will take place Tuesday, Apr. 5 through Thursday, Apr. 7 at the Empire Theatre.
New ramen and sushi spot taking over San Antonio’s former Thyme for Lunch location
The concept will serve up ramen and sushi under the new moniker Time to 8.
Texas country trailblazer Gary P. Nunn talks about his career ahead of Saturday’s San Antonio show
Nunn is performing as part of the Chaparral Music & Heritage Festival, a Fiesta event.
Coffee shops partner with San Antonio River Authority for Earth Month discounts
The Coffee for Conservation deal will run during April, also known as Earth Month.
Downtown San Antonio street performer Hispanic Elvis has died
The flamboyant Market Square fixture was placed in hospice care earlier this month.
Two San Antonio men arrested after one allegedly posted pictures of guns and drugs on social media
Both are now charged with a string of offenses.
After two-year hiatus, LGBTQ events return to Fiesta San Antonio
All of these events are organized to raise funds for queer nonprofits.
Analysis: Texas gets a respite on Medicaid, but not a cure for the uninsured
Texas got a temporary reprieve on Medicaid funding from the federal government. But that won’t solve underlying problems with high numbers of uninsured Texans.
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will roll into San Antonio on Saturday
The truck will stop at La Cantera this weekend as part of its 2022 U.S. tour.
Online broker RedFin names San Antonio the ninth most popular metro area for relocations
Austin and Los Angeles are two of the most common spots from which people relocate to the Alamo City.
After voting against Russian oil ban, U.S. Rep. Chip Roy now says he’s helping Ukraine’s orphans
Roy was one of the few House members to buck a bipartisan 414-17 vote to ban Russian oil imports.
Houston-based sports bar McIntyre’s plans second San Antonio location near North Star Mall
The 6,480-square-foot space is slated to open by year’s end and appears to be the company’s first with an onsite kitchen.
San Antonio police will block access to residential streets around St. Mary’s Strip this weekend
Vehicle access to streets surrounding the nightlife destination will be limited from Thursday through Sunday.
Texas taxpayers picking up tab as Attorney General Ken Paxton fights conduct complaints against him
So far, the embattled AG has spent $45,000 on his legal defense, documents show.
Fans blast country star Eric Church for scrapping San Antonio performance to attend Final Four
The musician is being berated by fans who made travel plans and dropped money on hotel rooms.
Fancy dog-grooming boutique opens in San Antonio’s Alamo Heights neighborhood
The new business offers self- and full-service washing, as well as luxury grooming by puppy-primping pros.
P. Terry’s Burger Stand opens third San Antonio location on city’s North Side
The new location is just a stone’s throw from another Stone Oak-area store.
Daddy Yankee will hit San Antonio’s AT&T Center in September on retirement tour
He’s hitting the road in support of Legendaddy, his first album in 10 years.
Comedian Whitney Cummings brings her Touch Me Tour to San Antonio’s Tobin Center Sunday
The Touch Me Tour seems to be an answer to the title of her 2019 special, Can I Touch It?
Bad Takes: Sen. John Cornyn has no cause to criticize Kentanji Brown Jackson for ‘war crimes’ statement
As a public defender, Jackson was legally obligated to zealously advance every argument on behalf of her clients.
Acclaimed Texas chef Ryan Hildebrand opening Hildee’s Dine Inn north of San Antonio
Hildebrand hopes the restaurant will become a centerpiece through its “seasonal and soulful” eats.
San Antonio Street Art Initiative’s inaugural Fiesta Block Party takes over the St. Mary’s Strip Saturday
Hosted by SASAI and Lone Star Beer, the party will feature live music and new murals on the Strip.
Austin may allow first responders to obtain medical marijuana prescriptions for their PTSD
If the rule changes, those who carry firearms or drive motor vehicles still wouldn’t be able to use legal pot.
San Antonio Willie’s Icehouse locations are offering cocktails that are cheaper than a gallon of gas
Snag frozen drinks and draft beer for just $3 until April 10.
San Antonio McDonald’s stores giving free breakfast to students, teachers on first day of STAAR testing
The promotion — dubbed STAAR Your Breakfast Off Right — will take place Tuesday, April 5.
Owner of San Antonio’s Aztec Theatre plans boutique hotel, rooftop restaurant and bar
The plans focus on four floors of now-vacant office space at the live music and event venue.
City of San Antonio’s official 2022 Fiesta Medal will include work by local artist Joan Fabian
The medal includes a bright and colorful design commemorating “Vibrant Village,” a new public art installation.
Ministry, the Melvins and COC live up to their ’90s heydays during blistering San Antonio show
All three bands had the crowd at the Aztec Theatre riveted — pun intended.
Jackass star Steve-O will tell tales about stunts not allowed onscreen at San Antonio’s Empire Theatre
The comedian’s Bucket List Tour hits SA on Sunday.
Spurs raise $200,000 for the San Antonio Food Bank by selling Coach Pop-branded NFTs
The digitally encrypted tokens are still on sale, and they are going for an average of $6,500.
Yelp names top brunch spots in San Antonio, including Comfort Cafe, La Panadería and Tony G’s
The locations are spread around the city, including both suburban and center city dining spots.
Grammy-award winning trio Boyz II Men to perform at San Antonio’s Tech Port Arena
Tickets will go on sale Friday, April 1.
Texas governor makes disaster declaration as wildfire in Medina County burns nearly 1,100 acres
Around 96% of Bexar County is currently in a severe drought.
Assclown Alert: Defending the Oath Keepers With Texas Lawyer Sidney Powell
The Dallas attorney just doesn’t appear ready to jump off the Trump Train.
Musicians mark sixth month of San Antonio Symphony strike with weekend protests
The musicians and management are at an impasse over a plan to slash the size of the orchestra and make 26 members part-timers.
The Grizzlies’ Morant will present major obstacle for San Antonio Spurs in Wednesday’s game
The Memphis Grizzlies have had San Antonio’s number this season.
The namesake pastries at Fat Tummy Empanadas excel, whichever filling you choose
Given the quality of the fillings, you can almost throw a dart at the menu board.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Surfaces, 311, Atilla and more
With Ministry, 311 and Powerman 5000 all playing shows, could there possibly be a more ’90s week in live music?
Fiesta San Antonio begins with a bang this weekend — here are some highlights
From Fiesta de los Reyes to Oyster Bake, there’s plenty to do in the first weekend of SA’s annual bash.
What do we mean by ‘COVID-19 changes your brain’?
A study linked SARS-CoV-2 infections with smaller brain regions, but the implications are unclear.
Feds restore billions in halted payments to Texas hospitals, but the fight over uninsured care continues
The money reimburses hospitals for the services they provide to Medicaid patients in Texas.
In Texas, calls to boost U.S. oil production after Russian invasion run into hard realities
Labor shortages, supply chain issues, hesitant financial backers and a frosty relationship with the Biden administration have limited how much Texas oil and gas companies are ramping up production.
San Antonio’s Vista Brewing to hold Sunday crawfish boil to launch sandlot baseball season
The sandlot phenomenon has seen a resurgence in recent years, much to the delight of hobbyist knuckleballers.
San Antonio jury finds gay couple’s 25-year relationship constitutes a common law marriage
The case could have implications for common law same-sex partners who seek a divorce.
Ted Cruz, Hispanic Elvis: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
Meltdown-prone Sen. Ted Cruz went ballistic again — and this time someone called the cops.
Willie Nelson and wife had ballot applications rejected under Texas’ GOP-championed voting law
The music legend faced the same ID confusion that led Texas to reject 23,000 ballots under the new law.
Tasting Texas Festival, Smoke Skybar + BBQ: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
Culinaria and Visit San Antonio’s new Tasting Texas Wine + Food Festival will bring more than 100 chefs to SA this fall.
Longtime San Antonio dining mainstay W.D. Deli has been sold
The Broadway lunch spot’s founders searched for two years for the right successors.
New ‘community-based bar’ Chiflada’s will open on San Antonio’s West Side this fall
The bar’s cheeky moniker generally means “spoiled” or “bratty.”
San Antonio the 8th fastest-growing metro in the nation, according to U.S. Census
A total of four Texas metros ranked in the top 10.
San Antonio band Donella Drive reaches finals in battle to grab slot at giant Wacken metal festival
The trio will perform in Los Angeles as it vies to play Wacken, which draws around 85,000 people.
Texas sauce made for hot wing-eating YouTube series Hot Ones now available in stores
The YouTube show has made celebrities including Jimmy Kimmel, Megan Thee Stallion and Tom Holland indulge in the fiery sauce.
Jury awards more than $10 million to family of San Antonio man shot by Bexar County deputies
Video of the 2015 incident appears to show the suspect raise his hands before two deputies open fire.
Oscar Buzz: San Antonio actor Jesse Borrego reveals his favorite films, performances of last year
Borrego is a first-year Academy member in 2022.
San Antonio-tied Lone Star Beer debuts new clothing for crawfish season
Lone Star is further embracing the Cajun tradition by sponsoring SA’s Battle of the Boil next month.
Abortion funds bring new legal challenges to overturn Texas ban
Lawyers for abortion advocacy groups believe opponents may have given them an opening to challenge the law in a more friendly federal court.
A San Antonio nightclub will give out $1,000 in Selena lookalike contest this Friday
The club is encouraging folks to “bust out the red lipstick and bustier.”
Saddle Sore: Think it’s expensive fueling up your car right now? Try owning a horse.
Before anyone drops coin on a 1,000-pound mammal, it’s worth considering that there are a lot of hidden costs associated with owning a horse.
Chicken-wing haven Pluckers to open first South San Antonio location at Brooks
The store will be the Texas-based chain’s fourth in the Alamo City.
Upcoming Ladino restaurant to hold ticketed preview dinner at San Antonio’s Hotel Emma
The pre-fixe menu will showcase dishes served at Ladino when it opens this summer.
Former SAPD officer facing criminal charges for kneeling on a suspect’s neck
The same officer was also involved in the 2016 death of a man suffering a mental health crisis.
Texas author Joe R. Lansdale discusses the evil inside us all
Lansdale’s latest book Born for Trouble: The Further Adventures of Hap and Leonard debuted on March 21.
Nat Geo Live lecture series explores role of women in ancient Egypt at the Tobin Center Sunday
Speaker Kara Cooney will delve into the history surrounding figures like Cleopatra, Neferusobek and Nefertiti.
Nancy Pelosi affirms support for U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar after FBI raid, primary runoff berth
The U.S. House speaker said during a stop Wednesday in Austin that she always supports her incumbents — “from right to left.”
San Antonio’s La Tuna Icehouse hosting Fiesta Medal Mercado and swap meet on Saturday
The icehouse will provide beer specials and chicken-on-a-stick as shoppers peruse the sparkly wares.
San Antonio chef Robbie Nowlin is back and heading up the highly anticipated Allora
Nowlin launched his culinary career in SA decades ago, and now he’s bringing something new to the table.
Punks showed up to party at Surfbort’s San Antonio show — and so did Surfbort
The Brooklyn-formed quartet showed its star power to a small but enthusiastic crowd.
San Antonio’s Pastie Pops bring Viva La Tease to the Bonham Exchange Saturday
Attendees are encouraged to “put on your flower crown and show off your fiesta medals.”
San Antonio’s far West Side will gain a new P.F. Chang’s To Go concept this summer
The new 2,050-square-foot restaurant will be located across from Taft High School.
San Antonio Botanical Garden continues its Foodie Cinema series with a screening of Mulan
The 2020 live action version of the Disney classic will be paired with a thematically appropriate dining experience.
Public Theater of San Antonio resumes its 2021-2022 season with 35MM: A Musical Exhibition
Ryan Scott Oliver’s play pairs photographs and pop and rock sounds to tell 15 snapshot stories.
San Antonio street celebrity Hispanic Elvis now in hospice care, according to his brother
The flamboyant 76-year-old performer was hospitalized in January after a COVID-19 infection.
San Antonio’s Black Laboratory Brewing breaks into the hard seltzer business
It’s loaded with cherry and lime, plus salt for electrolytes.
German Return: Exhibits at Blue Star Contemporary highlight artists from its Berlin Residency program
As part of San Antonio’s Contemporary Art Month, Blue Star Contemporary (BSC) is presenting a trio of exhibits by past participants in its three-month residency at Künstlerhaus Bethanien in Berlin, Germany. The exhibitions, which opened March 4, will run through May 29. BSC selects four artists annually to live and work in Berlin, where they…
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Lyle Lovett, Chris Conde, Kharma and Dare and more
This week’s music options range from an iconic Texas singer-songwriter to trailblazers seeking less conventional paths.
Pasión Play: Tamara Adira’s Arte y Pasión continue to push flamenco’s boundaries with Confluencias
Confluencias is the latest successful project spearheaded by dancer and choreographer Adira.
South by Southwest’s commercialization is symbolic of Austin’s larger problems
After topping countless “hip” lists and attracting displaced tech libertarians, the festival’s host city is deep in an intractable housing crisis.
