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Picking Up the Pieces: The messy business of reuniting Girl in a Coma
GIAC will play sold-out shows at San Antonio’s Paper Tiger on Dec. 8 and 10.
Study: Dallas Cowboys’ Rowdy the least popular NFL mascot
The cowpoke with the oversized head and hat doesn’t get much love on social media, research shows.
Little Bites: Holiday events at Dog & Pony Grill, Tony’s Siesta make San Antonio food news
Events at Shotgun House Coffee and Ranger Creek Brewstillery are also on the menu.
Joost de Vries out as CEO of San Antonio startup DeLorean
The company, which plans to resurrect the iconic sports car as an electric vehicle, has raised a little over $3 million in deposits for it’s electrical vehicle, according to publicly available data.
Beloved San Antonio wrestler Thunder Rosa talks about her comeback and her future
She sat down with the Current as the AEW is scheduled to come back to the Frost Bank Center on Saturday, Dec. 23.
Labor Street Café now serving breakfast, lunch in San Antonio’s Lavaca area
The restaurant, open daily, also serves coffee and smoothies.
San Antonio Express-News retirements cut paper’s photo staff by 1/3
The departures include a highly decorated photo director and three photographers with decades of service at the daily.
Scientist files to run against San Antonio-Austin Rep. Chip Roy
Kristen Hook is the first Democrat to register to run against the House Freedom Caucus member in 2024.
Traveling Brewsology Beer Fest stopping in San Antonio next spring
San Antonio’s Freetail Brewing Co. and Second Pitch Beer Co. joined other breweries from Texas and beyond at the event.
Dallas Cowboys stadium worker busted on charge he took bribes to let people into Sunday’s game
Diego Soto, 19, allegedly let an unknown number of people into the much-anticipated Dallas Cowboys-Philadelphia Eagles matchup in exchange for cash.
Northwest San Antonio cake shop taking donations after car crashes into building
Letty’s Cakes is trying to move out its inventory while taking donations to help with repairs.
San Antonio teen shot by police officer in McDonald’s parking lot arrested again
It’s the third time Erik Cantu, whose shooting made national headlines, has been arrested this year.
Texas Supreme Court overturns order allowing Kate Cox to get abortion
The all-Republican court ruled that doctors, not judges, must use ‘reasonable medical judgment’ to decide when a patient qualifies for the procedure.
Tim Dunn, the powerhouse GOP donor, to sell his West Texas oil company for $12 billion
Tim Dunn has used his wealth to establish a network of organizations that push his ultraconservative views across Texas. The deal comes amid a time of consolidation in the Permian Basin.
Man charged in death of South Texas cheerleader reportedly confessed to crime
Rafael Govea Romero was arrested Saturday in connection with the death of 16-year-old Lizbeth Medina.
Texas woman who sued over abortion ban leaves state for procedure
The Texas Attorney Genera’s office won an emergency stay from the Texas Supreme Court on Friday, leaving Kate Cox and her terminally ill fetus in limbo.
San Antonio Zoo to expand savanna habitat, add elevated walkway and rentable lodge
The expansion allows for a 126% increase in habitat space for the zoo’s grassland creatures.
San Antonio’s Bexar Kolache Co. to close Beacon Hill store Dec. 24
‘My goal was to breathe life into SA’s historic buildings … Where will I renovate next?’ said Bexar Kolache Co. founder Emily Stone.
San Antonio artist behind Fred’s Fish Fry jersey loses job after employer named in lawsuit
San Antonio artist Adrian Galvan said he plans to countersue Fred’s Fish Fry, adding that he never made any money from his design.
San Antonio restaurant Guillermo’s to reopen Austin Street location with new name
The restaurant will reopen Wednesday as Austin Street by Guillermo’s.
Pro-Palestinian protesters march to San Antonio mayor’s home, demand ceasefire resolution
Protesters held a rally at the gates of San Antonio’s Summerfield Estates and eventually dispersed once more police showed up.
Texas superintendents say lack of school safety funding may lead to budget cuts
The fourth special legislative session this year ended without any increased funding for school safety — even though public schools have complained for months they don’t have enough money to meet new safety mandates approved this year.
Conservative consulting group rebrands with new name after leader met with white supremacist Nick Fuentes
In a Nov. 13 filing with the Texas Secretary of State, an attorney for Pale Horse Strategies LLC wrote that the firm would also conduct future business under the name ‘West Fort Worth Management LLC.’
Texas Supreme Court temporarily halts ruling allowing Dallas woman to get an abortion
After a Travis County district judge cleared the way for Kate Cox, 31, to terminate her pregnancy, Ken Paxton petitioned the state’s highest court to halt the ruling.
Texas largest medicinal pot provider opens third San Antonio-area drop-off
The Universal City location is open 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. every Monday.
McDonald’s to bring customizable drink concept CosMc’s to San Antonio next year
Because — apparently — life was incomplete without beverages with up to 15 customizable options.
San Antonio councilman goes viral for wishing Nicki Minaj happy birthday at meeting
Twelve-time Grammy nominee Minaj turned 41 on Friday.
LA-based Pagoto to head San Antonio bill of psych, noise and more
Pagoto is the new project from Ellie English of L.A. Witch fame. The band plays here Saturday.
Whataburger launches wing-inspired chicken bites, hot and iced specialty coffees
The java-infused drinks are available 24/7 — eliminating San Antonio’s veritable post-midnight coffee desert.
DPS appeal halts release of Uvalde shooting records ordered by Texas judge
The files would shed light on the disastrous police response that day, in which officers waited more than an hour to confront the shooter after learning he had an AR-15 style rifle.
Fred’s Fish Fry sues over San Antonio Spurs jerseys for copyright violation
The restaurant chain is demanding that all profits earned from the sale of the allegedly bootlegged apparel be handed over.
Ted Cruz, Adam Sandler: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
News about the suspect in the Austin-San Antonio shooting spree and U.S. Rep. Chip Roy also racked up plenty of reads.
Chrissy Anthony, Make Ready Market: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
This week’s top stories chronicled impending closures and the passing of a local food scene icon.
Get your eggnog — or other holiday cocktail — fix at these San Antonio bars and restaurants
Cured at Pearl, The Board Couple and The Lemon Girls are a few spots serving up coquito and eggnog this holiday season.
Texas Attorney General threatens to go after doctors who give emergency abortion to Kate Cox
Cox’s fetus had an abnormality from which it’s likely to die before or shortly after birth.
Little Bites: Lobster Fest part deux, Smashin’ Crab making San Antonio food news
Up Scale’s new menu and BOGO coffee deals from 7 Brew are also on offer.
San Antonio statistics teacher recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list
Under Dashiell Young-Saver’s tutelage, AP Statistics students’ passing rates have jumped from 2% to 42%.
Baby Shark cast sing praises for newest animated fish voiced by Cardi B
The animated movie, which also stars Orange Is the New Black’s Kimiko Glenn, premieres this Friday on Paramount+.
Adam Sandler spotted at San Antonio’s Pearl, shooting hoops at Trinity
The comedian and actor, who performs Thursday night at Frost Bank Center, also bought a guitar while bumming around SA.
Inaugural class of San Antonio entrepreneurs graduates from UTSA academy
The 10-week long program teaches small-business owners how to land sought-after government contracts.
Ahead of San Antonio show, Trans-Siberian Orchestra talks about being a holiday tradition
TSO, a longtime San Antonio favorite, will perform two shows this Saturday at Frost Bank Center.
Divided San Antonio council approves CPS Energy rate increase
The approval came after the narrow defeat of an amendment that would have lessened the requested hike.
San Antonio 7th grader to compete on Food Network’s Kid’s Baking Championship
We sat down with 11-year-old Lila Smethurst to get the scoop on her television debut.
Reggaeton superstar Don Omar is coming to San Antonio’s Frost Bank Center in March
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday.
Ocho restaurant at San Antonio’s Hotel Havana reviving Christmas tamal dinner
Each massive tamal is served family-style with sides of calabacitas soup, rice and beans.
Texas judge allows Kate Cox to abort fetus with lethal abnormality
Cox, 31, at 20 weeks pregnant, has learned her fetus has a lethal abnormality that is almost always fatal at birth.
Co-headlined Def Leppard-Journey tour coming to San Antonio’s Alamodome
Tickets for the Aug. 16 show, which also features the Steve Miller band, go on sale next week.
San Antonio Spurs’ Gregg Popovich won’t be punished for outburst at fans
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said that Popovich grabbing the microphone was a “one-off” event.
Neighbors say suspect in Austin-San Antonio shooting spree changed after time in Army
After leaving the service in 2015, James displayed signs of mental illness and had trouble keeping a job, neighbors said.
Third Coast Cocktail Summit returning to San Antonio Jan. 9-13
This year’s gathering will culminate in a disco-themed cocktail party at San Antonio’s Witte Museum.
Tripoli’s Mediterranean Grill has reopened on San Antonio’s West side
The new location features an expansion of both the menu and physical footprint, which includes a patio.
Two separate experimental music events taking place Wednesday in San Antonio
Free jazz duo The Whale is performing at the Hermann Sons Rathskellar Bar, while Space Available and Tamarisk have a show at Bright Coffee.
San Antonio’s nationally lauded Carnitas Lonja permanently closing down
It’s the third popular Alamo City restaurant to reveal its impending closure in as many days.
Here’s what we know about the Austin-San Antonio shooting spree
Shane James, 34, is suspected of killing 6 and injuring 3 during a shooting rampage on Tuesday, police say.
Texas woman asks judge to let her terminate pregnancy after lethal fetal diagnosis
In an emergency request, the Center for Reproductive Rights is asking a judge to allow Kate Cox to terminate her pregnancy after she received a lethal fetal diagnosis.
Family Meal: Rico Torres of San Antonio’s Mixtli benefiting his native El Paso with dinner series
Torres and other heavy-hitting, El Paso-born chefs are giving back to their hometown via a charitable dinner series.
San Antonio’s first and only Dirty Dough Cookies closes up shop after 6 months
Owner Jalon Miyasaki said ‘slow business’ prompted him to shutter the shop.
Libertarian think tank rates Texas dead last for personal freedoms
Despite Texas leaders’ rhetorical fixation with ‘freedom,’ the new Cato Institute study found residents have few personal freedoms compared to those in other U.S. states.
Board of San Antonio-based CPS Energy OKs rate increase. City Council is next.
If approved, the rate increase would add another $4.45 to the average customer’s monthly bill.
Appeals court rules federal border agents can’t cut through Texas’ razor wire
The Biden administration has until Friday to respond.
Chrissy Anthony, co-founder of San Antonio staple Sea Island Shrimp House, has died
Anthony, who founded the chain with husband Dan and a longtime friend Henry Reed, was 89 years old.
San Antonio woman loses ear in city’s latest dog attack
Of the six San Antonio dog attacks that grabbed headlines this year, two were fatal while four resulted in serous bodily injury.
San Antonio tops list of ‘grinchiest’ U.S. cities
Only 30% of resident said they feel ‘festive’ during the holidays, while nearly a quarter said they won’t be buying gifts.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Bizzy Bone, MDC and more
The run-up to the holidays often means a slowdown in San Antonio’s live music options. Not so this week.
San Antonio’s Sangria on the Burg to close permanently at year’s end
Chef-owner Ceasar Zepeda cited ‘rising costs and declining sales’ as the reason for the closure.
Jackie Gonzalez represents San Antonio admirably on Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge
The business owner said she wanted to represent the deaf and hard-of-hearing Latino community on the reality competition show.
After school voucher bill falls apart, supporters and opponents get ready for future fights
The vote to block education savings accounts disappointed voucher advocates and likely spelled doom for more public school funding. Both bands say they’ll keep pushing for their priorities during next year’s primary elections and the 2025 session.
Judge considers holding state in contempt a third time over foster care conditions
U.S. District Judge Janis Jack on Monday considers whether state’s foster care agency has made progress caring for most vulnerable children or should be held in contempt for the third time in an ongoing 2011 lawsuit.
Former SNL star Pete Davidson coming to San Antonio’s Aztec Theatre this month
Presale tickets go on sale as early as this Wednesday, while general sales begin Friday.
Report: San Antonio home prices could drop more than 9% next year
The report blames higher borrowing costs for the decline in demand.
Texas Democrats ask Justice Department to take action on Abbott’s Operation Lone Star
The lawmakers, including San Antonio U.S. Reps. Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar, also want the Biden Administration to clarify its position about whether the governor’s border mission is violating federal law.
Three more tenants at San Antonio’s Make Ready Market now open for business
Casa Morgana Gelatos, juicery Buje and artisan gift purveyor The Fair Goods are all now open inside the much-anticipated food hall.
Tickets for Marc Anthony’s San Antonio show go on sale this week
The salsa singer’s stop at the Frost Bank Center is part of his Viviendo Tour.
Comic and actor Adam Sandler brings his latest arena tour to San Antonio this week
Sandler’s stop in the Alamo City as part of The I Missed You Tour follows his successful Adam Sandler LIVE tour, which sold out venues earlier this year.
San Antonio’s Sari-Sari Supper Club to permanently close Dec. 23
‘We are thankful to have served many wonderful meals … but the time has come to say goodbye,’ a social media post from the owners read.
Texas Republican Party votes against ban on associating with Nazi sympathizers
The vote comes two months after a top conservative activist and former Texas House member was caught hosting white supremacist Nick Fuentes for an hours-long meeting.
Teatro Audaz presents Texas premiere of holiday-themed play It’s a Wonderful Vida
Set in Corpus Christi’s Molina neighborhood, the play follows the immigrant Pacheco family, whose holiday experience veers beyond the ordinary.
Texas must remove floating barrier from Rio Grande, Fifth Circuit Court orders
The appeals court upheld an earlier ruling by an Austin federal judge to remove the 1,000-foot-long barrier the state deployed near Eagle Pass.
Two-day La Gran Tamalada returning to San Antonio’s Market Square
The free event on Dec. 9-10 aims to blend storytelling and the history of the tamalada while promoting cultural pride, according to its organizers.
San Antonio-Austin Rep. Chip Roy votes against expelling George Santos
Santos is accused of lying about 9/11, the Holocaust, and his employment history, among a laundry list of other falsehoods.
Experts say Texas bill making border crossings illegal faces likely court defeat
Immigrant-rights advocates warn the proposal will lead to a jump in racial profiling, and the constitution states that immigration enforcement is the federal government’s job.
San Antonio’s Folklores Coffee House to donate 100% of profits to staff on Dec. 9
Folklores’ Barista Appreciation Day has been an annual tradition since its inception in 2020.
Rafael ‘Ted’ Cruz files bill requiring federal employees to go by birth names, pronouns
Cruz has expend plenty of energy and hot air recently trying to demean the LGBTQ+ community.
Tamales Festival, Babe’s Crispy Chicken: San Antonio’s biggest food stories of the week
Holiday pop-ups and local ‘Rising Stars’ also made top food news this week.
Girl in a Coma, USAA Lawsuit: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week
A story on SA boasting some of the nation’s most elaborate Christmas light displays was also among this week’s top news.
San Antonio-based Whataburger sets aside $600,000 for scholarships — and anyone can apply
The cash will be distributed to 120 students across Whataburger’s 14-state footprint.
Judge rules feds have right to cut Texas’ razor wire on border
However, the judge questioned why the federal government forces asylum seekers to cross the Rio Grande instead of receiving them at ports of entry.
American Symphony captures musician Jon Batiste grappling with his wife’s cancer
The documentary was meant to be a road movie tracking Batiste’s cross-country trip in search of musicians and sounds. His wife’s resurgent illness changed the film.
Mannheim Steamroller brings Christmas tour to San Antonio Dec. 6
Classic holiday album Mannheim Steamroller Christmas has reverberated for nearly 40 years with fans.
San Antonio Spurs team up with Humble House Foods for special edition hot sauce
The hot sauce is now available for $10 a bottle at the Spurs Fan Shop in the Frost Bank Center.
More than 765,000 older Texans are struggling to cover housing costs
A new Harvard University study found an increase in the number of Texas households headed by people 65 or older spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Advocates say keeping older adults housed will require public investment and reforms.
Cityscrapes: Mayor’s charter review could improve governance — with the right changes
San Antonio could use independent review entities to serve as watchdogs for both policies and budgets.
Book release, concert at San Antonio’s Flagship Records celebrates Roots Punk
Longtime rock journalist David A. Ensminger’s new book chronicles the merging of punk with country, blues and other roots genres — and the release party will include sets by Hickoids, Texacala Jones and more.
San Antonio Brahmas appear to survive XFL-USFL league merger
Tickets for the Brahmas’ upcoming season in the newly formed United Football League go on sale Dec. 4, according to a press release.
Assclown Alert: Tamping down on free speech to score political points with Texas AG Ken Paxton
Paxton announced his office is investigating watchdog group Media Matters for ‘potentially fraudulent activity’ after it reported on white supremacist content on the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Holiday classic Meet Me in St. Louis opens at San Antonio’s Wonder Theatre this weekend
The show’s enchanting musical catalog includes the seminal holiday ballad ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.’
Priscilla Presley to discuss her life with Elvis, more during San Antonio appearance
Presley moved beyond an often-stifling six-year marriage with one of the planet’s most famous figures to find success on her own terms.
Self-proclaimed ‘girlfriend’ of Uvalde shooter charged with making terroristic threats
The 19-year-old threatened to kill a Uvalde mayoral candidate and shoot up a high school, according to media reports based on court documents.
New Fredericksburg complex will feature satellite of Texas’ famous Salt Lick BBQ
Called The Sycamore, the mixed-use development is expected to open in 2025.
DA’s office drops charge against one San Antonio officer accused of beating suspect
The same day, the DA added a second charge against the other officer accused of punching a man inside his East Side home.
San Antonio tiny home community goes viral on social media – again
‘Would you live here for $1,000 a month?’ a realtor asks in the clip as he shows off 600 square feet of house.
San Antonio Spurs add 2 regular games after being knocked out of In-Season Tourney
The games will take place Dec. 6 and Dec. 8 with the latter played at home.
Ballet San Antonio’s Nutcracker brings holiday cheer to the Tobin Center starting this week
This year, Ballet SA also is hosting a Sweets and Treats Party, which will feature photos with Nutcracker characters, craft stations and a backstage tour led by the Mouse Queen.
Texas is not prepared for Austin-San Antonio population boom, experts say
The neighboring regions are projected to collectively grow from 5.2 million to 8.3 million people by 2050. But the state still lacks an overarching plan to address critical housing and transportation issues, experts said.
San Antonio among worst cities to visit during holidays, study finds
While there’s plenty for visitors to do in the Alamo City, flying into our airport can be a pain and our roads aren’t exactly safe, according to the report.
Class action lawsuit claims San Antonio-based USAA arbitrarily denies medical claims
The suit argues the insurance giant uses a third-party computer system to refuse or reduce medical claims it should be required to pay.
Report: UTSA coach Jeff Traylor interviews for top job at University of Houston
The report on Traylor’s talks with the school comes weeks after he interviewed for the top job at Texas A&M.
Report contradicts San Antonio ISD’s claim school closures will improve learning
The report commissioned by the district was released just 72 hours before the board’s crucial vote to close campuses.
Live Music in San Antonio This Week: We Are Scientists, the Meteors, Old 97’s and more
Both the Meteors and the Old 97’s are considered trailblazers in their respective music scenes.
A Drag Queen Christmas will deck the halls of San Antonio’s Aztec Theatre Sunday
The fab holiday extravaganza is bringing a dazzling array of former Drag Race contestants to the stage.
Public Theater of San Antonio debuts innovative production of A Christmas Carol this week
In partnership with the organization Stage Hands, the Public Theater will present the beloved yuletide tale through a combination of spoken word and American Sign Language (ASL).
Texas Supreme Court considers abortion challenge
In August, a judge ruled that the state’s near-total abortion ban should not apply to medically complicated pregnancies. The state appealed that ruling to the Texas Supreme Court, putting it on hold.
San Antonio Spurs look to improve home record with Thursday’s game against Atlanta
Former Spurs Dejounte Murray and Patty Mills make their only appearance at the Frost Bank Center this season during the matchup.
Live podcast from Workaholics creators comes to San Antonio this week
Adam Devine, Anders Holm, Blake Anderson and Kyle Newacheck bring This Is Important to the Majestic Theatre Thursday.
Completing downtown’s 76-foot-high Spurs mural was a team play led by SA artist Andy Benavides
The San Antonio artist, creative director and educator oversaw the effort to create the towering piece celebrating the city’s love affair with the Spurs.
