Hey San Antonio, it’s Wednesday, August 12th, 2026. Here’s the latest:
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Trump deportations hurting Texas with rising prices, job losses, new report finds
Trump administration's mass deportations devastate Texas economy with widespread job losses in San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.
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Bexar County advances jail reforms with earlier medical screenings, new public dashboard
Bexar County commissioners approved expanded medical screening at the jail and created a public dashboard tracking deaths and inmate data.
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Live Music in San Antonio This Week: Steve Earle, FLOATS, Royal Coda, DevilDriver
Local and visiting musicians perform at San Antonio venues this week, featuring returned native Steve Earle and emerging regional Americana acts.
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Exploring a new approach to fine dining with San Antonio chef Carlos Martinez of Nai
San Antonio chef Carlos Martinez hosts an upscale prix-fixe Mexican-influenced dining experience from his home after finding traditional restaurant costs prohibitive.
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Bexar County advances jail reforms with earlier medical screenings, new public dashboard
Bexar County approves jail reforms including medical screening improvements and public dashboard for inmate oversight.
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6 Hill Country restaurants worth the drive from San Antonio
Restaurant guide featuring Hill Country eateries ranging from gastropubs to barbecue and casual cafes.
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Study: Trump’s mass deportations will cost Bexar County taxpayers more than $1.13 billion through 2028
Research projects Trump's mass deportation costs to Bexar County at over $1.13 billion for services.
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Amazon’s new Texas data center campus could become nation’s largest polluter
Amazon plans massive data center campus in West Texas with natural gas plant as nation's highest-emission facility.
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Mayor adds 2 more meetings to hear residents’ feedback on citywide vote about new Spurs arena
Mayor hosts public meetings to gather feedback on November ballot measure for city's Spurs arena funding.
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San Antonio Councilman eyes bond money for Wolff Stadium redevelopment
Councilman seeks bond funding to redevelop Wolff Stadium site after Missions baseball team relocates downtown in 2029.
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Here’s an update on which San Antonio school districts are using Bluebonnet curriculum
More San Antonio school districts plan to adopt the state's Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this year.
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Singhs Vietnamese abruptly closes all San Antonio locations
Popular Vietnamese restaurant Singhs permanently closes both of its San Antonio locations after more than a decade.
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Distributor linked to ‘diarrhea lettuce’ issues new recall in Texas, this time for salsa and guacamole
Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products sold at major retailers nationwide due to salmonella contamination linked to a Mexican farm.
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Con Huevos is more than an Instagram breakfast darling. Its tortillas live up to the hype.
A review of Con Huevos Tacos, a popular San Antonio breakfast spot known for affordable prices and exceptional house-made tortillas.
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San Antonio Police Department lieutenant arrested on suspicion of DWI
A 25-year San Antonio police lieutenant arrested on suspicion of drunk driving.
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San Antonio's Gold Feather locket out over unpaid rent
Popular San Antonio chicken restaurant faces financial crisis after being locked out for unpaid rent.
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While data centers boom in Texas, their plans stay shrouded in secrecy
Data center developers in Texas operate secretively, frustrating residents seeking information about projects near their homes.
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When a TIRZ creates a pool of public dollars for a specific neighborhood, how do the rest fare?
San Antonio uses TIRZs, an economic development tool that concentrates public funding in one neighborhood.
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The largest change to veteran benefits in years is splitting the military community
Congressional bill would allow medically-retired veterans concurrent disability and retirement pay but adjusts hearing and sleep apnea ratings.
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As solar and batteries dominate in Texas, Republican lawmakers consider natural gas minimums
Republican Texas lawmakers propose minimum standards for natural gas power plants as solar and battery storage dominate new electricity generation.
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Houston mothers’ bid for temporary hold on Ten Commandments posters in Texas classrooms denied
A judge rejected a temporary halt on Ten Commandments posters in Texas schools, with another hearing scheduled mid-August.
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TPR's Ruben O. Garcia posthumously inducted into San Antonio Radio Hall of Fame
San Antonio radio veterans including the late Ruben O. Garcia were inducted into the city's Radio Hall of Fame.
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Nearly a year later, Bexar County still isn’t collecting new taxes for Spurs arena
Bexar County has delayed implementing voter-approved taxes to fund a downtown Spurs arena project.
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In blue San Antonio, Paxton taps locals to warn Republicans about progressive rule
Attorney General Ken Paxton rallies San Antonio Republicans for his Senate campaign with support from local GOP leaders.
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Hecklers crash Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate campaign stop in San Antonio
Ken Paxton's Senate campaign rally in San Antonio disrupted by hecklers protesting his personal scandals and a controversial plea deal.
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Stone Terrace Gastropub takes flight in challenging Stone Oak space that claimed 6 others
Stone Oak gastropub owner celebrates two-year survival in a space that doomed six previous restaurants.
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3 San Antonio hospitals make US News best list, more stories
San Antonio news roundup featuring hospital rankings, new restaurants and retailers, and changes to entertainment venues
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Pearl looks to expand again by adding more shops in place of 2 vacant buildings, parking lot
Pearl development expands retail footprint with new storefronts and redesigned pedestrian-friendly spaces.
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Sid Miller says Republicans will lose statewide elections due to data center development, backlash
Sid Miller warns that Republican neglect of data center regulation will cost the party statewide elections.
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Democrats in Congress, able to visit ICE lockups in Texas, describe grim conditions
Congress members visit Texas ICE detention facility, witnessing difficult conditions for detained immigrant families.
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New Latin seafood restaurant (a)mar aims for late summer debut in space near the Pearl
New Latin seafood restaurant opening at the Pearl in San Antonio with menu inspired by owner's travels through Mexico.
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Where I Live: Thompson Community
An advocate profiles Thompson Community, a forgotten San Antonio neighborhood nestled between Lackland Air Force Base and Port San Antonio.
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Game Show Battle Rooms to open in San Antonio
Minneapolis entertainment venue Game Show Battle Rooms opens its first San Antonio location at Landmark North shopping center.
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Trinity University calls on logo critics to help shape a new design
Trinity University pauses its new logo adoption and invites critical alumni to help redesign it.
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Fox News’ Jesse Watters melts down over prospect Ken Paxton may lose
Fox News host Watters criticizes Paxton's struggling Texas Senate campaign against Democrat Talarico.
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20 San Antonio bucket list activities to do before summer is over
A guide to summer activities in San Antonio including sports, cave visits, and water parks.
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A year into the job, Mayor Jones risks holding the bag on largest tax increase in decades
Mayor Jones' budget deficit proposals face council resistance as she attempts major tax increases.
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Historic fixer-upper once owned by civic leader from San Antonio’s Friedrich family for sale
Friedrich family mansion in Dignowity Hill offered for sale as fixer-upper, reflecting San Antonio industrial heritage.
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Hundreds show up in support for Mayor Jones’ call for citywide vote on Spurs arena funding
Mayor Jones holds listening sessions to gather public input on proposed citywide vote for Spurs arena funding.
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Five Stones to open new beer garden in New Braunfels
Five Stones Artisan Brewery opens a new beer garden in New Braunfels at the former Faust Brewing site.
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San Antonio's tax-free weekend is here. What shoppers should know
San Antonio shoppers can buy back-to-school items and clothing tax-free during Texas's annual sales tax holiday.
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New album from Olmos first in a multi-part series
The Olmos Ensemble releases an album of previously unrecorded German classical works as the first in a multi-CD series.
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Chicago-style chain Crust Pizza Co. to open in Stone Oak
Chicago-style pizza chain opens second San Antonio location in Stone Oak with various menu options.
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Whiskey Business returns for landmark 11th year in San Antonio
Annual Whiskey Business event returns to Witte Museum offering spirits, local restaurants, live music, and vendor sampling.
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It’ll take a lot of change for one of the most iconic watering holes in Texas to reopen to swimming
Jacob's Well remains closed to swimming as Trinity Aquifer water flow continues to diminish in prolonged Hill Country drought.
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NBA Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs honored by Bexar County
Bexar County commissioners formally honor the San Antonio Spurs for winning the NBA Western Conference championship.
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Bulldozers plow through untouched wilderness in Big Bend to begin border wall construction
Federal contractors begin building border wall and patrol roads through Big Bend National Park despite environmental concerns.
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Hilarity ensues after Ken Paxton gets double-booked with emo acts at Houston music venue
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Senate campaign tour experiences mishap at Houston venue with conflicting emo band performance.
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San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk fires up San Japan pop-up
Marriott Riverwalk launches Japanese street food pop-ups for San Japan weekend featuring ramen, konbini items, and grilled robatayaki.
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One of San Antonio’s priciest homes for sale has a closet so big it comes with its own sliding ladder
A 1960s Terrell Hills estate with eight thousand square feet, six bedrooms, and a walk-in closet with a rolling ladder lists for $5.3 million.
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5 best San Antonio farmers markets for summer produce
Guide to San Antonio farmers markets for buying fresh summer produce and avoiding food safety concerns.
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle skip out on Ted Cruz’s hearing full of anti-Muslim conspiracies
Ted Cruz held a controversial Senate hearing on Muslim Brotherhood conspiracy theories while lawmakers from both parties boycotted.
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San Antonio Philharmonic will pay $232,000 in its lawsuit settlement, papers show
San Antonio Philharmonic agreed to pay $232,000 to settle lawsuits from former supporters and musicians over loan disputes.
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A Border Patrol agent killed a migrant in Texas last December. Officials are still withholding details.
Border Patrol agent's fatal shooting of Mexican migrant near Rio Grande remains under investigation eight months later.
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What to do with Wolff Stadium when the new ballpark is built? Residents have their own ideas.
Public meeting discusses possible uses for Wolff Stadium after San Antonio Missions relocate to new downtown ballpark in 2029.
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Texas Girl Scout follows big dreams in Cookie Queens documentary
El Paso Girl Scout featured in Cookie Queens documentary shares her experience selling cookies and pursuing ambitious goals.
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‘Tacos of Texas’ podcast kicks off sixth season focused on connection and community
Tacos of Texas podcast returns for season six exploring cultural heritage, resilience and human connection through food stories.
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183. Nearly Half of Bexar County Families Struggle: Behind the ALICE Data with United Way
Nearly half of Bexar County families struggle affording basic needs despite earning above poverty line.
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San Antonio FC considers top division opportunity with United Soccer League
San Antonio FC considers joining the new USL Premier division launching in 2028 as a top-tier professional league.
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‘Could we please not lie?’ Viagran, Jones clash as council creates Project Marvel advisory committee
San Antonio City Council approves 33-member committee to oversee downtown Spurs arena development, sparking debate between council members.
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New rooftop dining options with familiar flavors in the works after approval by city panel
San Antonio restaurant owners receive approval for rooftop dining areas at two downtown establishments.
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San Antonio City Council creates Project Marvel oversight committee
San Antonio City Council establishes advisory committee for Project Marvel downtown development with community input.
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First Look: First SA Tim Hortons store offers friendly service and nice roast but little room to work
Canadian coffee chain opens first San Antonio location with quality coffee but limited workspace.
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San Antonio will consider putting Project Marvel, Pre-K and workforce programs on Nov. 3 midterm ballot
San Antonio City Council debates adding three measures to November ballot: Spurs arena funding, Pre-K program renewal, and job training program changes.
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San Antonio councilwoman wants SAWS to release audit before she’ll consider 30% rate hike
San Antonio councilwoman demands SAWS release financial audit before council considers approving a proposed 30% water rate hike.
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Appeals court rejects Attorney General Ken Paxton’s effort to overturn Texas State Fair gun ban
Texas appeals court upholds the State Fair's firearm ban against Attorney General Paxton's legal challenge.
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San Antonio's Pearl seeks approval for retail expansion
San Antonio's Pearl development seeks approval to demolish the Garage Building and build ten new retail buildings.
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Ted Cruz says communists have taken over and want to cancel Thanksgiving and Christmas
Senator Ted Cruz attacks Muslim progressive Democratic candidates as communists on Fox News.
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Bexar, Dallas County medical examiners strengthen mass-casualty response with mutual aid agreement
Bexar and Dallas County medical examiners formalize mutual aid agreement to handle mass-casualty events.
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Los Cielos rental community opens near San Antonio's Brooks
New rental community in San Antonio offers single-family homes with resort-style amenities and flexible pricing.
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San Antonio Philharmonic settles breach-of-contract lawsuit with early financial supporters
San Antonio Philharmonic settles breach-of-contract lawsuit with early financial supporters after two-year dispute.
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Fresh jalapeños recalled in Texas and other states over salmonella outbreak
CDC investigates multistate salmonella outbreak from Mexican jalapeños affecting 27 states with 345 cases.
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3 new snack shops to open in New Braunfels' Solms Landing
Three new snack shop chains opening at New Braunfels' Solms Landing development this year.
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ICE never stopped chasing people in cars in the Rio Grande Valley
ICE agents conducted an aggressive car chase targeting roofers in the Rio Grande Valley during immigration enforcement operations.
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San Antonio City Council members call for moratorium on new data center construction
San Antonio council members seek temporary halt on data center construction citing power grid concerns.
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Charter school moves into historic Koehler House restored by developer Weston Urban
Great Hearts charter school opens historic Koehler House restored by Weston Urban in Monte Vista.
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San Antonio's newest Ulta Beauty opens near Castle Hills
Ulta Beauty opens new store at La Plaza Del Norte near Castle Hills with salon services.
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New venues and a sense of community are fueling pickleball’s rapid rise in San Antonio
San Antonio's pickleball scene has expanded with new venues and a tight-knit player community.
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‘Definitely bittersweet’: SWISD Superintendent Jeanette Ball resigns
Southwest ISD superintendent resigns after three years, with deputy superintendent becoming acting leader.
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Top 7 things to do in San Antonio August 6-9, 2026, weekend
Weekend entertainment guide featuring theater productions, art exhibitions, and market shopping events in San Antonio.