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Police and SWAT teams responding to a shooting incident in San Antonio neighborhood.

Shooting Incident in San Antonio Leads to SWAT Response

July 9, 2025

News Summary A shooting incident at a home in San Antonio prompted a quick response from the police and SWAT teams. Authorities arrested a 46-year-old man after he discharged a...

Devastated Guadalupe River landscape post flash flooding

Tragic Flash Flooding in Kerrville, Texas Claims Lives

July 9, 2025

News Summary A catastrophic flash flooding event in Kerrville, Texas has led to over 100 fatalities, primarily among children at Camp Mystic. The camp was hosting approximately 750 young girls...

Emergency responders conducting search and rescue operations in flooded Texas areas.

Texas Flooding Death Toll Surpasses 100, Recovery Efforts Ongoing

July 9, 2025

News Summary The recent flooding in Texas has claimed 104 lives, with the hardest-hit area being Kerr County, where 84 bodies have been recovered, including 28 children. Local officials continue...

San Antonio neighborhood with police presence following a murder-suicide incident.

Tragic Murder-Suicide in San Antonio Home

July 9, 2025

News Summary A couple was found dead in their San Antonio home, initially suspected to be a double murder, but later identified as a murder-suicide. The identities of the deceased...

Damage caused by floods in Kerr County, Texas

Devastating Flash Floods Claim Lives in Kerr County, Texas

July 9, 2025

News Summary On July 4, Kerr County, Texas faced catastrophic flash floods that resulted in at least 107 fatalities, with 27 children tragically lost at a summer camp. In the...

Rescue teams in flooded Texas neighborhoods assisting individuals affected by the disaster.

Catastrophic Flooding in Texas Claims Over 100 Lives

July 8, 2025

News Summary Devastating flooding in Texas during the July Fourth weekend has resulted in 104 confirmed fatalities, with search teams in Kerr County recovering 84 bodies, including 28 children. The...

BUSINESS

Community members participating in a flood relief fundraiser in San Antonio

San Antonio Community Rallies for Flood Relief Efforts

July 9, 2025

News Summary In the wake of devastating floods in the Hill Country, San Antonio organizations and residents are coming together to provide relief through fundraisers and donation drives. Local officials...

Aerial view of flooding in Central Texas with flooded roads and waterways

Central Texas Catastrophic Flash Flooding Leads to Rising Death Toll

July 9, 2025

News Summary Tragic flash flooding in Central Texas has resulted in at least 81 confirmed deaths and many missing, primarily affecting the Texas Hill Country area. The severe weather caused...

Cityscape view of San Antonio, Texas highlighting urban growth.

San Antonio Leads U.S. in Population Growth

July 4, 2025

News Summary San Antonio, Texas, has become the fastest-growing city in the U.S., with over 21,000 new residents from 2022 to 2023. This growth is driven by affordable living, a...

Construction workers on site in Texas, representing diversity and immigrant labor.

Texas Construction Industry Relies on Immigrant Labor

July 3, 2025

News Summary Immigrants comprise over 51% of Texas’s construction workforce, revealing a significant reliance on foreign labor amid labor shortages. The ongoing challenges in the construction sector are exacerbated by...

Interior of Pür & Simple restaurant featuring breakfast dishes

Pür & Simple Opens First U.S. Location in San Antonio

July 3, 2025

News Summary Pür & Simple, a popular Canadian restaurant chain, has officially opened its first U.S. location in San Antonio, Texas. The restaurant features a diverse menu of breakfast, brunch,...

Interior of Pür & Simple restaurant featuring breakfast dishes

Pür & Simple Opens First U.S. Location in San Antonio

July 3, 2025

News Summary Pür & Simple, a popular Canadian restaurant chain, has officially opened its first U.S. location in San Antonio, Texas. The restaurant features a diverse menu of breakfast, brunch,...

Elegant interior of Ocho restaurant showcasing its unique decor.

Ocho Restaurant Closes for Renovations After 15 Years

July 1, 2025

News Summary Ocho restaurant at Hotel Havana in San Antonio has officially closed for renovations after 15 years of service. Executive Chef Jesse Kuykendall announced this closure, expressing gratitude to...

Elegant interior of Ocho restaurant showcasing its unique decor.

Ocho Restaurant Closes for Renovations After 15 Years

July 1, 2025

News Summary Ocho restaurant at Hotel Havana in San Antonio has officially closed for renovations after 15 years of service. Executive Chef Jesse Kuykendall announced this closure, expressing gratitude to...

New branding for American Bank Center with Hilliard Law logo

Hilliard Law Secures Naming Rights for American Bank Center

June 29, 2025

News Summary In a significant turn of events, Corpus Christi-based Hilliard Law has secured the naming rights for the American Bank Center, defeating a bid from local attorney Thomas J....

Events/What's Happening

Community gathered at a candlelight vigil in downtown San Antonio for flood victims

Candlelight Vigil in San Antonio for Flood Victims

July 9, 2025

News Summary A candlelight vigil was held in downtown San Antonio to honor victims of catastrophic floods in Central Texas. Community members gathered to express solidarity and grief. Organized by...

Competitive basketball match between San Antonio Spurs and Golden State Warriors

San Antonio Spurs Defeat Golden State Warriors in Close Matchup

July 7, 2025

News Summary In an intense battle, the San Antonio Spurs edged past the Golden State Warriors 90-88 at the California Classic Summer League. Despite missing their top lottery picks, the...

Community members gather for a candlelight vigil in honor of flood victims in San Antonio.

Candlelight Vigil in San Antonio for Flood Victims

July 7, 2025

News Summary A candlelight vigil will take place in Travis Park on July 7 to honor the nearly 80 victims of recent floods in Central Texas. Organized by Centro San...

Drone light show at Woodlawn Lake Park during 4th of July celebrations in San Antonio

San Antonio Introduces Drone Light Show for 4th of July

July 5, 2025

News Summary San Antonio is set to elevate its 4th of July celebrations with a cutting-edge drone light show at Woodlawn Lake Park. This inaugural event, developed in collaboration with...

A serene sunset representing love and remembrance

Community Mourns the Loss of Denise I. Garcia-Sanchez

July 5, 2025

News Summary The community of Schertz, Texas, is mourning the unexpected passing of Denise I. Garcia-Sanchez at the age of 35. A devoted wife and mother, Denise was known for...

Memorial display honoring Tom Morton with flowers and candles

San Antonio Community Mourns Beloved Barber Tom Morton

July 4, 2025

News Summary The San Antonio community is grieving the loss of Tom Morton, a cherished barber and theater enthusiast who passed away at 72. Known for his kindness and dedication,...

A peaceful neighborhood in San Antonio with a focus on a restaurant representing local culture.

San Antonio Community Mourns Loss of Las Palapas Founder

July 3, 2025

News Summary The San Antonio community is in shock following the tragic stabbing of a prominent local entrepreneur, the 78-year-old founder of the Las Palapas restaurant chain. The suspect, also...

Memorial service for Michael Fred Richards in a chapel.

Dallas Community Mourns Beloved Torchbearer Michael Fred Richards

July 3, 2025

News Summary The Dallas community is mourning the loss of Michael Fred Richards, an Olympic Torchbearer and cherished local figure, who passed away at 44. Known for his kindness and...

Families at the Empty the Shelters Adoption Event in San Antonio with pets

San Antonio Hosts ‘Empty the Shelters’ Adoption Event

July 1, 2025

News Summary San Antonio Pets Alive! is organizing the ‘Empty the Shelters’ adoption event on July 5, where adoption fees will be reduced to $50 per pet. This initiative, supported...

CRIME

San Antonio neighborhood with police presence following a murder-suicide incident.

Tragic Murder-Suicide in San Antonio Home

July 9, 2025

News Summary A couple was found dead in their San Antonio home, initially suspected to be a double murder, but later identified as a murder-suicide. The identities of the deceased...

Community members gathering for a vigil in San Antonio

Tragic Shooting at Family Gathering in San Antonio

July 7, 2025

News Summary A community is in mourning after a tragic shooting at a family gathering in San Antonio, resulting in the death of 44-year-old Jennifer McClendon. The incident occurred late...

Police investigation scene in San Antonio

San Antonio Investigates Death of Man Found in Street

July 6, 2025

News Summary San Antonio police are investigating the death of a man found lying in the street on the Northeast Side. The man, discovered on Eisenhower Road, showed signs of...

Candles and flowers at a memorial for the founder of Las Palapas.

Founder of Las Palapas Restaurants Fatally Stabbed

July 4, 2025

News Summary Edward ‘Ron’ Acosta, founder of the popular Las Palapas restaurant chain in San Antonio, was tragically stabbed to death at his home during an argument with a family...

Serene San Antonio river scene representing community support and loss.

San Antonio Community Mourns the Loss of Young Man

July 4, 2025

News Summary The San Antonio community is grieving the tragic loss of Zion Cook, a 21-year-old whose body was found in the San Antonio River. Cook, who had recently graduated...

A lively dining scene at Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant in San Antonio

Founder of Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant Fatally Stabbed

July 3, 2025

News Summary Edward Acosta, the 78-year-old founder of Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant, was fatally stabbed in his home in San Antonio. The incident, categorized as a high-profile murder, involved a...

POLITICS

Devastated Guadalupe River landscape post flash flooding

Tragic Flash Flooding in Kerrville, Texas Claims Lives

July 9, 2025

News Summary A catastrophic flash flooding event in Kerrville, Texas has led to over 100 fatalities, primarily among children at Camp Mystic. The camp was hosting approximately 750 young girls...

Emergency responders conducting search and rescue operations in flooded Texas areas.

Texas Flooding Death Toll Surpasses 100, Recovery Efforts Ongoing

July 9, 2025

News Summary The recent flooding in Texas has claimed 104 lives, with the hardest-hit area being Kerr County, where 84 bodies have been recovered, including 28 children. Local officials continue...

Rescue teams in flooded Texas neighborhoods assisting individuals affected by the disaster.

Catastrophic Flooding in Texas Claims Over 100 Lives

July 8, 2025

News Summary Devastating flooding in Texas during the July Fourth weekend has resulted in 104 confirmed fatalities, with search teams in Kerr County recovering 84 bodies, including 28 children. The...

Volunteers collecting donations for Kerr County flood victims

Kerrville Community Unites to Aid Flood Victims

July 7, 2025

News Summary Following devastating floods in Kerr County, Texas, the community is rallying to support affected families as search efforts for the missing continue. Many residents are displaced, and local...

Flooded landscape in Central Texas

Catastrophic Flooding in Central Texas Claims Lives

July 6, 2025

News Summary Catastrophic flooding in Central Texas has led to the tragic loss of over 50 lives, including children from a nearby summer camp. Intense rainfall caused rivers to swell...

Diverse community members at a seafood market in San Antonio

Seven Arrested in San Antonio Seafood Market Operation

July 3, 2025

News Summary In a recent enforcement action in San Antonio, ICE apprehended seven individuals, predominantly from Honduras, Mexico, and Venezuela, at a seafood market. The operation aimed to detain those...

A joyous family reunion during a summer holiday.

DACA Recipient Reunited with Family After Visa Delay

July 3, 2025

News Summary Carlos Zurita, a DACA recipient from Mexico, has finally returned to his family in San Antonio after being stranded due to a prolonged visa processing delay. His absence...

Military housing facility for migrants at Joint Base Lackland

Trump Administration Reinstates Joint Base Lackland for Migrants

July 3, 2025

News Summary The Trump administration has decided to reinstate Joint Base Lackland in San Antonio, Texas, as a temporary housing facility for migrants. This move aligns with the establishment of...

Modern research facility dedicated to cancer research and health improvement.

San Antonio Cancer Research Receives Major Grant

July 1, 2025

News Summary UT Health San Antonio has received a $3.4 million grant aimed at enhancing cancer research and promoting HPV vaccination in underserved communities. The funding will support technology updates...

SPORTS

Competitive basketball match between San Antonio Spurs and Golden State Warriors

San Antonio Spurs Defeat Golden State Warriors in Close Matchup

July 7, 2025

News Summary In an intense battle, the San Antonio Spurs edged past the Golden State Warriors 90-88 at the California Classic Summer League. Despite missing their top lottery picks, the...

Participants of the 9/11 Memorial Climb at the Alamodome in San Antonio

San Antonio Announces New Venue for 9/11 Memorial Climb

June 29, 2025

News Summary San Antonio 110 will hold its annual 9/11 Memorial Climb at the Alamodome to honor those lost on September 11, 2001. The event has moved from the Tower...

Crowd at a San Antonio rally for Democratic unity

Beto O’Rourke Leads Democratic Rally in San Antonio

June 27, 2025

News Summary Beto O’Rourke, Joaquin Castro, and James Talarico are set to rally in San Antonio, unifying Democratic efforts ahead of the midterm elections. The event aims to foster collaboration...

Community engagement workshop for Project Marvel in San Antonio

San Antonio Engages Community for Project Marvel Development

June 26, 2025

News Summary San Antonio is seeking community input on Project Marvel, a multi-billion-dollar sports and entertainment district. The proposed new arena for the Spurs has prompted workshops for resident feedback,...

Conceptual illustration of Project Marvel's sports and entertainment district in San Antonio

San Antonio Seeks Community Input on Project Marvel

June 25, 2025

News Summary San Antonio officials are gathering community feedback on the proposed multi-billion-dollar Project Marvel, which plans to create a sports and entertainment district. The project includes a new Spurs...

Community members participating in a 5K Fun Run in San Antonio

San Antonio Police Department to Host 5K Fun Run

June 18, 2025

News Summary The San Antonio Police Department is organizing its first-ever 5K Fun Run at the SAISD Sports Complex. The event aims to promote community engagement and wellness, featuring a...

Engineers inspecting concert stage structure for safety

Shakira’s San Antonio Concert Postponed Due to Safety Concerns

June 14, 2025

News Summary The highly anticipated concert by Shakira at the Alamodome has been postponed due to urgent structural issues with the stage setup. The announcement came shortly before the concert...

People tubing on a river in San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio Prepares for Tubing Season Amid Drought Challenges

June 11, 2025

News Summary As Memorial Day weekend approaches, San Antonio is gearing up for the tubing season, despite below-normal river flows caused by drought conditions. The Comal, Frio, and Guadalupe rivers...

Community members celebrating the life of Jonathan Joss at his memorial.

San Antonio Film Community Honors Jonathan Joss at Memorial

June 10, 2025

News Summary The San Antonio film community came together to celebrate the life and contributions of the late actor Jonathan Joss. During a heartfelt memorial at the Brick at Blue...

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