The Whataburger chain is working with nonprofit Endeavors to make the holidays happier for many in need.

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Whataburger holiday gift drive to help veterans and the unhoused

The San Antonio-based burger chain is working with the nonprofit Endeavors to help with its clients’ holiday wishlists.

By Samara Gerstle December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

The San Antonio-based burger chain is working with the nonprofit Endeavors to help with its clients’ holiday wishlists.

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Veterans and activists will say ‘no war with Iran’ with two Wednesday protests in San Antonio

The two simultaneous protests at 6 p.m. come as fears mount over potential U.S. military intervention in Iran.

by Stephanie Koithan June 18, 2025July 26, 2025

Cannabis

Some Texans fear a looming THC ban could return them to opioids, illegal options

Texas hemp users stockpile products and consider moving out of state as ban looms, saying the medical marijuana program is currently an untenable alternative.

by Hayden Betts and Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2025July 31, 2025

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Cuts to the VA renews urgency for Texas lawmakers to back study of psychedelics for treating PTSD

The state is becoming what some experts are calling the center of a ‘psychedelic revolution.’

by Michael Karlis April 30, 2025June 16, 2025

Arts

San Antonio filmmaker debuts feature-length documentary American Sons at SXSW

The film explores the urgent need for mental health support among veterans, according to director Andrew James Gonzales.

by Stephanie Koithan March 11, 2025August 4, 2025

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San Antonio is 11th-best city for veteran entrepreneurs, study shows

San Antonio was ranked as the second-best metro in Texas for vets looking to launch businesses.

by Adam Doe October 31, 2024January 4, 2025

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San Antonio’s USAA to pay $64.2 million to settle claim it overcharged service members

The settlement would settle a three-year-old class-action suit accusing USAA of sticking service members and veterans with excessive fees.

by Sanford Nowlin August 6, 2024April 15, 2025

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San Antonio facility wins $17 million military contract to study traumatic brain injury

A consortium at the University of Texas Health Science Center will study ways to treat military personnel and vets affected by trauma and related psychological wounds.

by Sanford Nowlin April 30, 2024March 23, 2025

Food & Drink

Here’s where military members can find free food, discounts on Veterans Day in San Antonio

Vets can snag free burgers, donuts, wings and more this Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11.

by Nina Rangel November 10, 2023April 26, 2025

Food & Drink

Here’s where San Antonio military and vets can get free food on Veterans Day

The deals range from drink discounts at a craft brewery to free meals at several chain restaurants.

by Nina Rangel November 10, 2022December 21, 2024

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After fierce criticism for delaying landmark veterans bill, Ted Cruz votes to pass it

Cruz drew ire last week for fist bumping another senator who also voted against advancing the bill that will help provide care for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits. On Tuesday, he joined Senators in passing the legislation.

by Matthew Choi, The Texas Tribune August 3, 2022August 8, 2024

Cannabis

Democrat Beto O’Rourke tells Texas veterans he’ll fight to legalize marijuana if elected governor

The former El Paso congressman said he received overwhelming support for legalization at a series of veteran town halls.

by Sanford Nowlin July 22, 2022May 28, 2025

Arts

Blue Star Contemporary debuts its summer art exhibitions on June 3

‘Travel Distance’ and ‘The Veterans Book Project’ will be on view through Sept. 25.

by Ashley Allen June 2, 2022September 8, 2024

Food & Drink

Texas Workforce Commission says restaurant owners can protest surprise pandemic-era taxes

There is a catch: only employers who were charged during the early stages of the pandemic will have the chance to appeal.

by Nina Rangel May 27, 2022June 29, 2024

Food & Drink

Attempt to replenish Restaurant Revitalization Fund dies in U.S. Senate

The additional money proposed for the fund could have helped 12,000 Texas small businesses stay afloat, an industry group said.

by Nina Rangel May 20, 2022December 1, 2023

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Friendly Spot hosting pint night and service-dog benefit this Friday

The event will benefit K9s For Warriors, which rescues dogs and trains them to become service animals for veterans.

by Nina Rangel May 19, 2022July 2, 2024

Food & Drink

New funding for the feds’ COVID restaurant relief could help 12,000 Texas businesses — if it passes

The $42 billion in additional funding, designed to help beleaguered restaurants, now heads to the Senate.

by Nina Rangel April 12, 2022March 16, 2024

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Whataburger holiday gift drive to help veterans and the unhoused

Veterans and activists will say ‘no war with Iran’ with two Wednesday protests in San Antonio

Some Texans fear a looming THC ban could return them to opioids, illegal options

Cuts to the VA renews urgency for Texas lawmakers to back study of psychedelics for treating PTSD

San Antonio filmmaker debuts feature-length documentary American Sons at SXSW

San Antonio is 11th-best city for veteran entrepreneurs, study shows

San Antonio’s USAA to pay $64.2 million to settle claim it overcharged service members

San Antonio facility wins $17 million military contract to study traumatic brain injury

Here’s where military members can find free food, discounts on Veterans Day in San Antonio

Here’s where San Antonio military and vets can get free food on Veterans Day

After fierce criticism for delaying landmark veterans bill, Ted Cruz votes to pass it

Democrat Beto O’Rourke tells Texas veterans he’ll fight to legalize marijuana if elected governor

Blue Star Contemporary debuts its summer art exhibitions on June 3

Texas Workforce Commission says restaurant owners can protest surprise pandemic-era taxes

Attempt to replenish Restaurant Revitalization Fund dies in U.S. Senate

San Antonio’s Friendly Spot hosting pint night and service-dog benefit this Friday

New funding for the feds’ COVID restaurant relief could help 12,000 Texas businesses — if it passes

Labor Department sues San Antonio firm that hires vets, saying it shorted them on overtime

San Antonio-area startup Boozy Ball Cookies selling alcoholic sweets that ‘bite back’

Grand jury declines to charge deputy who fatally shot San Antonio veteran Damian Daniels