Will the San Antonio Spurs cover a $220 million infrastructure bond to avoid another arena vote?

With public support for a city-funded arena in question, experts said it might be wise for the NBA franchise come up with the cash rather than risk going before voters.

by Michael Karlis August 24, 2026August 24, 2026

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San Antonio’s César E. Chávez Boulevard is Durango Boulevard again

City Council unanimously approved the name change on Thursday. Other cities are also changing the names of streets in response to Chávez’s tarnished legacy.

by Michael Karlis August 20, 2026August 20, 2026

San Antonio News

Man’s backflip into San Antonio River goes viral

Folks caught swimming in the San Antonio River face fines of up to $500.

by Michael Karlis August 18, 2026August 18, 2026

San Antonio News

City Council votes 6-5 against putting city’s $489 million arena contribution on November ballot

However, San Antonio voters are still likely to get a say on project via an infrastructure bond election.

by Michael Karlis August 17, 2026August 17, 2026

San Antonio News

Independent Bexar County DA candidate Jason Wolff faces scrutiny over signature collections

Questions about the legitimacy of Wolff’s candidacy stems from a TikTok he posted in June about collecting signatures in an unorthodox manner.

by Michael Karlis August 14, 2026August 14, 2026

San Antonio News

Mayor Jones adds another listening session as support for arena vote gains momentum

Describing the current deal for a Spurs arena as ‘horrific,’ District 2 Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez said he also wants the issue on the November ballot.

by Michael Karlis August 13, 2026August 13, 2026

San Antonio News

Bexar County DA candidate Jason Wolff says he wasn’t target of raid on law firm where he works

Texas DPS troopers arrested San Antonio attorney Neil Calfas on Wednesday, charging him with human trafficking and solicitation of prostitution.

by Michael Karlis August 12, 2026August 12, 2026

Texas News

Democrat running for governor slams Abbott’s proposal to get rid of San Antonio’s CPS Energy

Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa accused her rival of retaliating against CPS Energy for a lawsuit filed by the city-owned utility.

by Michael Karlis August 12, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio voters will get another vote on new Spurs arena — whether they want one or not

Under a council-approved term sheet, city voters must OK a $220 million infrastructure bond before San Antonio can disburse its contribution to the arena.

by Michael Karlis August 12, 2026August 12, 2026

San Antonio News

Reddit user accuses r/sanantonio moderators of censoring negative comments about Mayor Jones

The allegation of censorship comes as rhetoric around Jones’ proposed November ballot initiative heats up.

by Michael Karlis August 11, 2026August 11, 2026

San Antonio News

Mayor adds 2 more meetings to hear residents’ feedback on citywide vote about new Spurs arena

Tensions are rising at San Antonio City Hall as Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones continues to push for a vote on the $489 million the city will contribute to the new sports facility.

by Michael Karlis August 10, 2026August 11, 2026

Texas News

San Antonio Councilman eyes bond money for Wolff Stadium redevelopment

The city could be left with just $350 million in borrowing power next year due to necessary Project Marvel infrastructure improvements at Hemisfair.

by Michael Karlis and Natalia Edwards August 10, 2026August 10, 2026

Texas News

Hecklers crash Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate campaign stop in San Antonio

Paxton’s rally at the Republican-themed Angry Elephant bar marks the first time he’s campaigned in San Antonio since late May

by Michael Karlis August 8, 2026August 8, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio councilwoman wants SAWS to release audit before she’ll consider 30% rate hike

The demand from District 9’s Misty Spears comes after the water utility’s board of trustees voted to bring a rate hike to council — again.

by Michael Karlis August 6, 2026August 6, 2026

San Antonio News

San Antonio City Council members call for moratorium on new data center construction

The three-signature memo comes days after Gov. Greg Abbott froze new data center approvals.

by Michael Karlis August 6, 2026August 6, 2026

San Antonio News

Mayor Jones to host 3 listening sessions about citywide vote on San Antonio Spurs arena

The tour comes after Spurs Sports & Entertainment CEO R.C. Buford publicly pushed back at the idea of a citywide vote on public funding for the sports facility.

by Michael Karlis August 5, 2026August 5, 2026

San Antonio News

Centro San Antonio CEO calls mayor ‘toxic’ as concern rises over possible second Project Marvel vote

The mayor’s call for a citywide vote on San Antonio’s $489 million contribution toward a new Spurs arena apparently didn’t sit well with Centro’s Trish DeBerry.

by Michael Karlis August 4, 2026August 5, 2026

News

San Antonio ISD votes to adopt controversial Bible-infused Bluebonnet curriculum

SAISD, which faces a $45.9 million budget deficit, will get $60 per student after approving the curriculum endorsed by the State of Texas.

by Michael Karlis August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

Texas News

Pete Buttigieg endorses Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in race to fill former Rep. Tony Gonzales’ seat

The endorsement comes days after Padilla Stout’s opponent for the San Antonio-area district grabbed headlines for offensive remarks about children and mothers.

by Michael Karlis August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

San Antonio News

Study: San Antonio metro ranks as one of nation’s best real estate markets for homebuyers

More than a quarter of homes on the market here sold for less than their asking price.

by Michael Karlis August 3, 2026August 3, 2026

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Will the San Antonio Spurs cover a $220 million infrastructure bond to avoid another arena vote?

San Antonio’s César E. Chávez Boulevard is Durango Boulevard again

Man’s backflip into San Antonio River goes viral

City Council votes 6-5 against putting city’s $489 million arena contribution on November ballot

Independent Bexar County DA candidate Jason Wolff faces scrutiny over signature collections

Mayor Jones adds another listening session as support for arena vote gains momentum

Bexar County DA candidate Jason Wolff says he wasn’t target of raid on law firm where he works

Democrat running for governor slams Abbott’s proposal to get rid of San Antonio’s CPS Energy

San Antonio voters will get another vote on new Spurs arena — whether they want one or not

Reddit user accuses r/sanantonio moderators of censoring negative comments about Mayor Jones

Mayor adds 2 more meetings to hear residents’ feedback on citywide vote about new Spurs arena

San Antonio Councilman eyes bond money for Wolff Stadium redevelopment

Hecklers crash Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate campaign stop in San Antonio

San Antonio councilwoman wants SAWS to release audit before she’ll consider 30% rate hike

San Antonio City Council members call for moratorium on new data center construction

Mayor Jones to host 3 listening sessions about citywide vote on San Antonio Spurs arena

Centro San Antonio CEO calls mayor ‘toxic’ as concern rises over possible second Project Marvel vote

San Antonio ISD votes to adopt controversial Bible-infused Bluebonnet curriculum

Pete Buttigieg endorses Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in race to fill former Rep. Tony Gonzales’ seat

Study: San Antonio metro ranks as one of nation’s best real estate markets for homebuyers