San Antonio’s second-largest school district taps former secret service agent to head security

North East ISD previously said it would cover police academy costs for cadets willing to commit to three years of service for the district.

by Michael Karlis September 12, 2022January 25, 2024

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San Antonio man recovering after he fired into air, accidentally shot himself in the ass

The posterior-punctured man was transported to University Hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

by Michael Karlis September 12, 2022January 13, 2025

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U.S. Border Patrol deactivates its West Texas Twitter account after it retweets Stephen Miller

The now-deactivated account also liked a homophobic tweet about Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

by Michael Karlis September 12, 2022August 17, 2023

Music

Nelly, Midland, Gary Allan added to San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo musical lineup

Earlier in August, the stock show and rodeo announced the first round of headliners, including country music artist Keith Urban and the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd.

by Michael Karlis September 9, 2022April 1, 2025

Arts

Downtown San Antonio’s Legacy Park hosting end-of-summer bash next week

The Lawn Beach – End of Summer Party will feature music from local performers along with a curated pop-up market and food vendors.

by Michael Karlis September 9, 2022March 10, 2025

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Washington, D.C., mayor declares public emergency over Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s busing of migrants

Documents obtained by CNN show that Texas has spent $12.7 million busing migrants to Democrat-led cities.

by Michael Karlis September 9, 2022August 17, 2023

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Two in hospital, four in police custody in Uvalde after shooting authorities say is gang-related

The shooting occurred just 2 miles from Robb Elementary School, where 21 people were killed by a gunman on May 24.

by Michael Karlis September 9, 2022September 11, 2024

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San Antonio’s mural of Ted Cruz snuggling knocked-up Greg Abbott has already been painted over

The artwork depicting a pregnant Gov. Greg Abbott with his belly being fondled by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has been obscured behind a coat of fresh purple paint.

by Sanford Nowlin September 8, 2022May 11, 2024

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Almost half of San Antonio-area homes experienced price cuts amid cooling real estate market

In total, four Texas cities landed in Redfin’s top 20 markets with the highest percentage of price cuts.

by Michael Karlis September 8, 2022October 8, 2023

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Texas teacher fired after she told her class to call pedophiles ‘minor attracted persons’

Some parents and one school board member argue that the comment captured on video was taken out of context.

by Michael Karlis September 8, 2022July 18, 2025

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Medical examiner rules death of missing San Antonio woman Christina Powell an accident

Powell was found in the passenger seat of her vehicle 18 days after disappearing on July 5.

by Michael Karlis September 8, 2022August 23, 2024

Arts

Chinese online retailer Shein popping into San Antonio’s River Center Mall this weekend

The stop at San Antonio’s Shops at Rivercenter is part of company’s ‘SHEINTexas’ tour.

by Michael Karlis September 7, 2022June 5, 2025

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San Antonio mural shows Ted Cruz squeezing Gov. Abbott’s baby bump — and Twitter goes wild

The wall-sized sticker was slapped onto a building in Southtown and resembles a similar large-scale image posted last year showing Cruz in bondage gear.

by Michael Karlis September 7, 2022May 16, 2024

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WWE Royal Rumble to return to San Antonio’s Alamodome in January

Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m., and the league is offering VIP passes that include a meet-and-greet with its wrestlers.

by Michael Karlis September 7, 2022August 26, 2024

San Antonio International Airport experienced delays and cancellations over the weekend.

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Feds nix San Antonio’s $50 million request to upgrade airport terminal

Dallas, Houston and smaller Texas cities received more than $100 million in federal funding for airport projects.

by Michael Karlis September 6, 2022September 30, 2024

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Kanye West teases fashion venture with San Antonio Shoemakers amid flurry of Instagram posts

The controversial rapper appeared to hint at the idea of collaborating with SAS, a brand with a loyal following among senior citizens.

by Michael Karlis September 6, 2022May 31, 2025

Arts

Family-focused entertainment center set to open at San Antonio’s Wonderland of the Americas

Houston-based AR’s Entertainment Hub says the new location will feature mini-golf, bumper cars, laser tag and virtual reality games.

by Michael Karlis September 6, 2022July 21, 2025

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San Antonio among the best U.S. cities for Gen Zers, according to study

A total of four cities in the Lone Star State ranked in the top 20.

by Michael Karlis September 3, 2022June 15, 2024

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Zombie Deer Disease case documented in Texas Hill Country

Although there has yet to be a deer-to-human transmission of the disease, it can wreak havoc on deer populations.

by Michael Karlis September 2, 2022March 15, 2024

Music

San Antonio Zoo to stage Zoofest music festival in Sunken Garden Theater this fall

The festival at Sunken Garden Theater will feature the Josh Abbott Band, AB Quintanilla and Finding Friday as headliners.

by Michael Karlis September 2, 2022March 28, 2025

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San Antonio’s second-largest school district taps former secret service agent to head security

San Antonio man recovering after he fired into air, accidentally shot himself in the ass

U.S. Border Patrol deactivates its West Texas Twitter account after it retweets Stephen Miller

Nelly, Midland, Gary Allan added to San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo musical lineup

Downtown San Antonio’s Legacy Park hosting end-of-summer bash next week

Washington, D.C., mayor declares public emergency over Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s busing of migrants

Two in hospital, four in police custody in Uvalde after shooting authorities say is gang-related

San Antonio’s mural of Ted Cruz snuggling knocked-up Greg Abbott has already been painted over

Almost half of San Antonio-area homes experienced price cuts amid cooling real estate market

Texas teacher fired after she told her class to call pedophiles ‘minor attracted persons’

Medical examiner rules death of missing San Antonio woman Christina Powell an accident

Chinese online retailer Shein popping into San Antonio’s River Center Mall this weekend

San Antonio mural shows Ted Cruz squeezing Gov. Abbott’s baby bump — and Twitter goes wild

WWE Royal Rumble to return to San Antonio’s Alamodome in January

Feds nix San Antonio’s $50 million request to upgrade airport terminal

Family-focused entertainment center set to open at San Antonio’s Wonderland of the Americas

San Antonio among the best U.S. cities for Gen Zers, according to study

Zombie Deer Disease case documented in Texas Hill Country

San Antonio Zoo to stage Zoofest music festival in Sunken Garden Theater this fall