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San Antonio authors launch their own book publishing co-op
A group of San Antonio authors has launched a publishing co-op aimed at giving writers more control over marketing, royalties and how their books reach readers....
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Mayor Jones: ‘Needless suffering’ could turn tough congressional districts blue
Speaking at the Texas Tribune Festival, San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said economic pain and concern over immigration enforcement could motivate voters in two uphill congressional districts Democrats are targeting....
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Playing 'La Bamba' for an hour? Must be a Mexican fandango!
A 300-year-old Mexican musical tradition is finding new life around the world — one sweaty, joyous, all-night fandango at a time.
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The AI safety debate is confusing. Here's our guide to the different factions
The battle over AI's promise and perils is not a clash between two opposing sides, but a debate among a range of competing voices and ideologies. Here is a guide to who's who in that debate....
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Man in critical condition after SAPD says at least 10 officers shot at him near bar west of downtown
At least 10 police officers shot a man multiple times Friday night, San Antonio Police Chief Jesse Salame said, after the man pointed a shotgun at officers near a bar west of downtown. The man, who has not yet been identified, is in critical condition and was in the operating roo...
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Voter Suspense Information You Need to Know
You can still vote if your voter registration status is on the suspense list!
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Man accused of 2023 shooting spree in Austin, San Antonio could file insanity plea
Shane James allegedly killed his parents, then went on a shooting spree in Austin in 2023. He was previously deemed unfit for trial, and now his attorney has indicated he will enter a plea of insanity....
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UT Austin cuts women's, gender and sexuality courses from core curriculum
Classes like "Women and the Holocaust," "Slavery and its legacies" and "Mexican American Women 1910 to Present" were all not approved by the university for core curriculum status....
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At least 900 Flock cameras have been unplugged in Texas since state funding was cut
Fourteen cities and counties have dropped Flock contracts, and Laredo will ask voters to weigh in during a referendum in May.
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Texas Senate race focuses on high prices — but what can Talarico or Paxton actually do about it?
Affordability has dominated the U.S. Senate race in Texas. Both James Talarico and Ken Paxton have promised to help voters' pocketbooks.
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Michelin-recognized Mezquite sizzles with Sonoran-style cooking and grilled meats
In a city with hundreds of Tex-Mex eateries, Mezquite stands out for the kind of Mexican food Kevin Fink grew up on in Tucson, Arizona.
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Half of Texas families have someone skipping meals or eating less as food costs rise, new poll says
As food costs rise, Texas families are struggling to keep up, according to a new poll from No Kid Hungry Texas. Advocates warn federal policy and funding changes could worsen the effects on Texans....
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A film about Texas GOP women aims to open conversations among everyone
The new, nonpartisan documentary “Life of the Party” explores political challenges through the eyes of three Republican women who hold sharply different views of their party....
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San Antonio moves forward with effort to address crime at motels
San Antonio is exploring ways to address crime at motels after an analysis found some crimes are disproportionately common at the properties.
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Bexar County receives 45,000 unprocessed voter registrations overnight due to Texas DPS error
First reported by the Texas Tribune, Texas DPS failed to send voter registration to Texas county election officials due to an unspecified error in processing online driver’s license applications. It’s not clear how many registrations are affected statewide....
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As seen on SA Live - Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026
Today @ 10:30 a.m., Keeping pets with their families, transform your smile & prepare for the next big storm DAISYCARES The Big Give is on, and DaisyCares explains what those donation dollars actually buy. The nonprofit has served San Antonio for about 15 years, working in Bexar C...
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AVISO DE CONCLUSIÓN DE IMPACTO SIGNIFICATIVO Y AVISO DE INTENCIÓN DE SOLICITOR LIBERACIÓN DE FONDOS
El 30 de junio de 2026 o alrededor de esa fecha, el condado de Bexar presentará una solicitud al Departamento de Viviendo y Desarollo Urbano EE.UU.
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The country’s biggest braille transcription center is inside this Texas prison
Many braille textbooks are transcribed in prisons. For the last 25 years, the Billman Braille Center in Gatesville has prepared women for careers on the outside....
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Bexar County breaks ground on new $12M animal shelter as roaming animals strain capacity
Bexar County broke ground on a nearly $12 million animal care facility that will expand services for in unincorporated areas.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio to keep Eastside clubhouse open after donations come in
Community donations will keep the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio’s Eastside clubhouse open at limited capacity.
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Dramatic reading of 'The Circuit' brings a migrant child's experiences to life
Playwright and musician José Rubén De León will perform the autobiographical narrative in English and Spanish at the Little Carver Civic Center this weekend....
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Notice About 2026 Tax Rates
This notice provides information about two tax rates used in adopting the current tax year's tax rate.
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Audie Murphy VA hospital report shows privacy violations, failure to meet safety requirements
A new report from the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of the Inspector General found mental health care at San Antonio’s Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital failed to meet the agency’s standards in several categories....
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Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio to close 2 clubhouses due to financial challenges
Financial challenges are forcing the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio to shut down two more clubhouses at the end of September.
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New World screwworm cases climb to 50, with latest found in New Mexico horse
Fifty New World screwworm infestations have been confirmed in the U.S. since the outbreak began, including 48 in Texas and two in New Mexico. Learn which animals are at risk, what symptoms to watch for and how officials are working to contain the spread....
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Man injured in shooting by ICE officer in North Austin
The shooting happened Sunday afternoon near Anderson Square and U.S. 183. The man's lawyer says he has been released from the hospital into ICE custody....
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Arch Manning, No. 1 Texas sleepwalk through win over penalty-prone UTSA
The top-ranked Longhorns stayed unbeaten with a 30-6 win in Austin, but UTSA’s defense made Arch Manning work for it while the Roadrunners’ offense struggled to find any momentum....
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How livestock smuggling could help spread New World screwworms
The illegal movement of animals — particularly horses — could thwart the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s effort to stop the spread of the parasite.
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Construction begins on Big Bend area border wall
Part of the Trump administration's 175-mile steel border wall through the region is now under construction in Hudspeth County, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection....
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Who’s running in the midterm elections? Meet the candidates in our 2026 Voter Guide.
The battle for the House runs through swingy South Texas, with two San Antonio-area districts projected to see as much as $30 million spent. Who’s running in the midterm elections? Meet the candidates in our 2026 Voter Guide. was first posted on September 18, 2026 at 5:45 pm. &co...
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11 ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in San Antonio
From mariachi and ballet folklórico to outdoor movies and community festivals, these events offer plenty of ways to experience out city's Hispanic heritage. The post 11 ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in San Antonio appeared first on San Antonio Current ....
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San Antonio indie rock band INOHA hits the road for a national tour
San Antonio's INOHA is heading out on a two-month national tour following the release of their second full-length album, This Might Be Useful. The young indie rock band talks about refining their sound, writing for the streaming era, and growing as recording artists....
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Time to get vaccinated against COVID and the flu. But where?
As respiratory virus season approaches, San Antonio health experts urge people to get vaccinated against both COVID and the flu. Most pharmacies have both in stock, but children who rely on free vaccines through a federal program may face delays, and a new mRNA flu shot is in sho...
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YOSA Music College Fair connects students with colleges and career opportunities
Once a year YOSA holds a Music College Fair, which invites colleges to come and meet the students looking at a career in music.
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Homicides in unincorporated Bexar County surpass total for all of 2025
Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar shared the latest homicide figures for unincorporated areas of the county with commissioners this week.
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Texas House candidate no-shows at debate after unearthed crude social media posts
Organizers had to scrap one of the only events where voters could meet both candidates hoping to replace state Rep. John Lujan (R-San Antonio).
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Intellectual exercises, ‘wild goose chases’ and a budget deadline: Divided San Antonio leaders are out of time
The mayor pitched last-minute across-the-board cuts, drawing outcry from those who say she ran out the clock on more substantive discussions.
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The Guadalupe Dance Company creates a night of music and dance at the Carver Center
The Guadalupe Dance Company will perform on Thursday and Friday at the Carver Center.