Texas Department of Transportation seeks federal funding for San Antonio rail service

TxDOT’s letter outlined plans for additional service along the I-35 corridor, and expanded service to the Rio Grande Valley.

by Michael Karlis October 11, 2022August 4, 2024

TxDOT’s letter outlined plans for additional service along the I-35 corridor, and expanded service to the Rio Grande Valley.

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Elon Musk’s Boring Co. wants tunnels linking San Antonio and Austin, according to leaked emails

The plans are laid out in messages between Boring Co. business development lead Brian Gettinger and an unnamed Kyle city official.

by Michael Karlis June 6, 2022May 28, 2025

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Gov. Greg Abbott deletes pro-Elon Musk tweet as billionaire is accused of sexual misconduct

Abbott tweeted that Musk ‘picked the right state to move to.’ Not much later, he deleted the message.

by Michael Karlis May 20, 2022August 17, 2023

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Alamo RMA paperwork questions revenue projections for Elon Musk’s San Antonio tunnel

An information packet handed out to attendees of a Wednesday meeting contained a footnote appearing to question the math of the revenue projections.

by Michael Karlis May 18, 2022December 2, 2024

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‘F—k Greg Abbott,’ I-35 Construction: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

People either like seeing profanity or don’t care much for Texas’ Republican governor. Take your pick.

by San Antonio Current Staff May 13, 2022August 3, 2023

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San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg says he’s unsure how Boring Co. tunnel fits city transportation plan

Nirenberg’s Connect SA initiative is focussed on the completion of VIA’s rapid transit project.

by Michael Karlis May 12, 2022April 25, 2025

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Environmental groups warn Boring Co.’s proposed San Antonio tunnel could jeopardize at-risk species

In a letter, two organizations say tunneling through the area could disrupt water flow to the Edwards Aquifer and jeopardize endangered species.

by Michael Karlis May 9, 2022July 7, 2025

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Housing Costs, Border Slowdown Payback: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

Readers apparently are concerned about home prices, border trade and cheap concert tickets.

by San Antonio Current Staff May 6, 2022August 3, 2023

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Hole to Nowhere: Why the wheels are likely to come off of Elon Musk’s San Antonio tunnel scheme

As the Boring Co.’s $247 million bid undergoes a feasibility evaluation, it’s worth considering whether Musk’s latest pie-in-the-sky venture has any prospect of working.

by Michael Karlis May 4, 2022September 5, 2024

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Medical Cannabis, Shark Fin Bust: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

Texas’ expanded medical cannabis program clearly has the interest of a lot of readers.

by San Antonio Current Staff April 22, 2022March 31, 2025

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High-Dollar Ride: San Antonio has reason to be skeptical about Elon Musk’s proposed hyperloop

A top transportation expert said San Antonio could better address its traffic issues with less pricy options.

by Michael Karlis April 19, 2022August 17, 2023

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Bob Dylan, Hyperloop Tunnel: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

The proposed 9-mile tunnel between the San Antonio airport and downtown from Elon Musk’s Boring Company has been approved for further review.

by San Antonio Current Staff March 18, 2022May 24, 2024

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Billionaire Elon Musk’s plans for a San Antonio hyperloop approved for further study

The project has a price tag of $247 million to $289 million.

by Michael Karlis March 17, 2022November 9, 2024

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VIA’s proposed route linking downtown San Antonio to airport one step closer to federal funding

by Michael Karlis February 14, 2022March 30, 2025

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Elon Musk wants to build tunnels under San Antonio. Is it another Pink Elephant in the making?

by Michael Karlis January 21, 2022June 21, 2025