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San Antonio City Council plans discussion of potential new Spurs arena, downtown entertainment district
Read full article: San Antonio City Council plans discussion of potential new Spurs arena, downtown entertainment districtA new San Antonio Spurs arena will become an official discussion topic during a city council meeting next week.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series announces departure from San Antonio after 2024 races
Read full article: Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series announces departure from San Antonio after 2024 racesAfter serving the running community for 16 years, the Rock n’ Roll Running Series announced its departure from San Antonio, as this year’s December event will be their last “run.”
🌟 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Rotary Ice Rink, Zoo Lights, Ryan Castro & Blessd
Read full article: 🌟 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Rotary Ice Rink, Zoo Lights, Ryan Castro & BlessdEven though we’re only halfway through November, several places are getting into the holiday spirit!
Land deal for downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium up for SAISD board discussion Monday
Read full article: Land deal for downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium up for SAISD board discussion MondaySan Antonio ISD board trustees are scheduled to discuss Monday night real estate options, including a creekside property downtown that stands in the way of a new, minor league baseball stadium.
🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: ‘Mean Girls: The Musical,’ Veteran’s Day Parade, Yanaguana Festival
Read full article: 🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: ‘Mean Girls: The Musical,’ Veteran’s Day Parade, Yanaguana FestivalFrom festivals and music shows to a jazz concert happening this weekend, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Horse carriage briefing takeaways: 3 options to phase out controversial business in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: Horse carriage briefing takeaways: 3 options to phase out controversial business in downtown San AntonioCity Council is grappling with how quickly to phase out horse-drawn carriages in downtown San Antonio.
SAAACAM receives $50,000 donation to help fund renovations to Kress Building
Read full article: SAAACAM receives $50,000 donation to help fund renovations to Kress BuildingThe San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) has received a $50,000 donation to help fund renovations for the museum’s move to the Kress building downtown.
Residents, business owners relieved construction on lower Broadway is complete
Read full article: Residents, business owners relieved construction on lower Broadway is completeMany San Antonians are breathing a sigh of relief now that the nearly yearlong construction project on lower Broadway is complete, with the area reopening this week.
Man arrested in connection with fatal downtown shooting in April
Read full article: Man arrested in connection with fatal downtown shooting in AprilA man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting downtown earlier this year has been arrested, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by KSAT.
Broadway Street open to traffic as reconstruction project nears completion, city says
Read full article: Broadway Street open to traffic as reconstruction project nears completion, city saysBroadway Street in downtown San Antonio is open to traffic as a reconstruction project nears completion, according to the City of San Antonio.
You’ve been warned: Traffic will be congested this weekend in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: You’ve been warned: Traffic will be congested this weekend in downtown San AntonioWhile traffic in downtown San Antonio is usually congested, the streets promise to be even more crowded this weekend.
San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission approves new apartment, retail buildings in Hemisfair
Read full article: San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission approves new apartment, retail buildings in HemisfairThe San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission is moving forward with the addition of a new apartment and retail space at Hemisfair.
Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium
Read full article: Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadiumA 2.3-acre piece of land on Camaron Street near San Pedro Creek Park and West Martin Street is just one point of contention for neighbors as the San Antonio Missions downtown baseball stadium debate continues.
Houston-based Tex-Mex restaurant to take over closed Jim’s on Broadway
Read full article: Houston-based Tex-Mex restaurant to take over closed Jim’s on BroadwayAdair Concepts, a Houston-based restaurant group, announced this week that they are opening three new locations in Texas, including two in San Antonio.
Medical examiner identifies wrong-way driver killed in head-on crash near downtown
Read full article: Medical examiner identifies wrong-way driver killed in head-on crash near downtownThe Bexar County Medical Examiner identified a man who police said was killed in a head-on crash after driving the wrong way on a highway.
Wrong-way driver dies in head-on crash near downtown, San Antonio police say
Read full article: Wrong-way driver dies in head-on crash near downtown, San Antonio police sayThe San Antonio Police Department said it is investigating what caused a driver to travel the wrong way before dying in a head-on crash.
Inside a local developer’s plan to reactivate Villita Assembly Hall
Read full article: Inside a local developer’s plan to reactivate Villita Assembly HallAfter buying the downtown landmark in early 2024, the developers behind the revamp of the Villita Assembly Hall have moved quickly to prepare it for its next life.
Man stabbed after attempting to stop alleged assault of sister, SAPD says
Read full article: Man stabbed after attempting to stop alleged assault of sister, SAPD saysA man was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds after attempting to stop an alleged assault under Interstate 35, according to San Antonio police.
Downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium deal gets city council approval
Read full article: Downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium deal gets city council approvalAfter several innings’ worth of public discussion, the San Antonio City Council gave the signal Thursday afternoon for a minor league baseball stadium project to round first base.
San Antonio City Council to vote Thursday on downtown Missions Stadium
Read full article: San Antonio City Council to vote Thursday on downtown Missions StadiumThe proposal for a $160 million San Antonio Missions ballpark relies on also developing the surrounding area, including the low-cost Soap Factory Apartments. Thursday's vote would give the go-ahead to the broad strokes of a deal with the city, county, Missions ownership, and a downtown developer.
First responders climb Tower of the Americas in remembrance of 9/11
Read full article: First responders climb Tower of the Americas in remembrance of 9/11In remembrance of the lives lost during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 2001, first responders will climb the stairs at the Tower of the Americas twice in downtown San Antonio on Wednesday morning.
Funding to support East Side, downtown connectivity study inked on City Council agenda
Read full article: Funding to support East Side, downtown connectivity study inked on City Council agendaPlanning efforts to address East Side and downtown connectivity could get a boost in funding support later this week, according to the agenda for Thursday’s San Antonio City Council meeting.
Soap Factory residents want city council to delay baseball stadium vote
Read full article: Soap Factory residents want city council to delay baseball stadium voteResidents of the 381-unit Soap Factory Apartments worry that affordable housing will be out of their grasp if a downtown baseball stadium project forces them out as planned.
Remember the Alamo Beer: Brewery site for sale
Read full article: Remember the Alamo Beer: Brewery site for saleAlamo Beer Co. opened its multimillion-dollar brewery and beer hall in March 2015 with a nod to its namesake shrine and a celebration of Texas’ independence, but it could close with far less fanfare.
✨ Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Fright Fest, World Heritage Festival, Parade of Lights
Read full article: ✨ Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Fright Fest, World Heritage Festival, Parade of LightsWelcome to the weekend! We’re getting close to the fall season, and some places are beginning the fall festivities this weekend.
SAPD, Centro plan AI-fueled security camera network downtown
Read full article: SAPD, Centro plan AI-fueled security camera network downtownSan Antonio Police plan to test out a network of city and private security cameras in Downtown San Antonio, which could be monitored around the clock by both police and artificial intelligence.
Former Bexar County Judge throws in support for new downtown baseball stadium
Read full article: Former Bexar County Judge throws in support for new downtown baseball stadiumKSAT met former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff, the namesake of the Missions’ current home stadium, to discuss his feelings about the site moving downtown.
🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Labor Day weekend, San Japan, Ford Parade of Lights
Read full article: 🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Labor Day weekend, San Japan, Ford Parade of LightsHi! Time sure flew by this month. Let’s wrap up the month with all the exciting events to look forward to.
‘I would end up in the street yet again’: Pushback for new downtown SA Missions stadium plan
Read full article: ‘I would end up in the street yet again’: Pushback for new downtown SA Missions stadium planWhile supporters like Mayor Ron Nirenberg say the ball park proposal is a fair deal with a group of local owners, a ball team’s worth of opponents came to a public hearing Thursday afternoon to object to the funding method, a lack of public input on the plan so far, and residents’ displacement from a low-cost apartment complex.
UT System approves UTSA’s plans to purchase 18-story downtown office building
Read full article: UT System approves UTSA’s plans to purchase 18-story downtown office buildingUTSA signed a letter of intent to purchase the 18-story office building in early August to further expand its presence downtown.
‘1923′ production in San Antonio creates full-circle moment a century after historic movie ‘Wings’ was filmed here
Read full article: ‘1923′ production in San Antonio creates full-circle moment a century after historic movie ‘Wings’ was filmed here‘1923′ filming in San Antonio puts spotlight on city, women in local film industry.
Funding plans revealed for San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadium
Read full article: Funding plans revealed for San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadiumThe details on how a potential San Antonio Missions’ downtown baseball stadium would be financed were revealed Wednesday during a city council meeting.
Houston Street to be transformed with green spaces next month for International Park(ing) Day
Read full article: Houston Street to be transformed with green spaces next month for International Park(ing) DayHouston Street parking meter spaces will be transformed later next month to celebrate International Park(ing) Day and create temporary green spaces for San Antonians and visitors to enjoy.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtownSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the San Antonio Missions coming to downtown. Nirenberg also discussed how the ballpark will be financed.
UTSA plans purchase of 18-story One Riverwalk Place building to further downtown expansion
Read full article: UTSA plans purchase of 18-story One Riverwalk Place building to further downtown expansionIn an effort to continue expanding its downtown footprint, the University of Texas at San Antonio has signed a letter of intent to purchase One Riverwalk Place, an 18-story office building near its Southwest Campus.
Residents, businesses have mixed reactions to San Antonio Missions’ proposed new downtown baseball stadium
Read full article: Residents, businesses have mixed reactions to San Antonio Missions’ proposed new downtown baseball stadiumThe San Antonio Missions are expected to have a new ballpark built in downtown San Antonio by April 2028, according to a letter from Bexar County and the City of San Antonio to Major League Baseball.
Downtown baseball stadium for San Antonio Missions expected to open by 2028, letter to MLB says
Read full article: Downtown baseball stadium for San Antonio Missions expected to open by 2028, letter to MLB saysThe San Antonio Missions are set to have a new ballpark built in downtown San Antonio by April 2028, according to a letter from the City of San Antonio sent to Major League Baseball.
4th Court of Appeals Justice calls out city, county leaders about downtown violence after son murdered last year
Read full article: 4th Court of Appeals Justice calls out city, county leaders about downtown violence after son murdered last yearJustice Lori Massey Brissette's son was attacked and left for dead across the street from the Alamo.
THINGS TO DO IN AUGUST: Explore festivals, events to close out the summer season
Read full article: THINGS TO DO IN AUGUST: Explore festivals, events to close out the summer seasonThe summer ends in mid-September, but there’s still plenty of fun you and your family can enjoy before the season comes to a close.
Centro CEO, tourists speak on safety after string of crimes across downtown
Read full article: Centro CEO, tourists speak on safety after string of crimes across downtownIn the last three months, three tourists have died in downtown San Antonio due to crime. Now, some visiting the city have shared a concern for their safety.
🦞 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Lobster Fest, Reggae Fest, Peso Pluma, kids fishing tournament
Read full article: 🦞 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Lobster Fest, Reggae Fest, Peso Pluma, kids fishing tournamentWhile some families may already be focusing on back to school, know that there are still fun summer events planned for this weekend around San Antonio.
‘Walking Dead’ actor Jon Bernthal joins the guest list for Big Texas Comicon
Read full article: ‘Walking Dead’ actor Jon Bernthal joins the guest list for Big Texas ComiconActor Jon Berthal will be coming to San Antonio for the annual Big Texas Comicon that is set for Oct. 11-13 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, according to a press release from Big Texas Comicon.
Texas High School Coaches Association calls shooting death of Jasper ISD coach ‘tragic and senseless’
Read full article: Texas High School Coaches Association calls shooting death of Jasper ISD coach ‘tragic and senseless’Texas High School Coaches Association officials are calling the shooting of a Jasper ISD coach Ayden Burt “tragic and senseless." She was in San Antonio for their conference.
Woman shot while sitting outside San Antonio bar identified as coach from Jasper ISD
Read full article: Woman shot while sitting outside San Antonio bar identified as coach from Jasper ISDPolice have not released her identity, but she was named in a Facebook post from Jasper ISD, the district where she worked, as Ayden Burt.
Woman shot, killed while sitting outside downtown patio bar, San Antonio police say
Read full article: Woman shot, killed while sitting outside downtown patio bar, San Antonio police sayA 28-year-old woman was fatally shot while sitting outside at a patio bar downtown overnight, according to San Antonio police.
Centro San Antonio accepting submissions for downtown art exhibit project
Read full article: Centro San Antonio accepting submissions for downtown art exhibit projectCentro San Antonio is accepting submissions from local artists for its brand-new pop-up gallery downtown, a press release on Monday said.
🌟 Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Monster Trucks Glow Party, Paper Trail, Rock & Shop
Read full article: 🌟 Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Monster Trucks Glow Party, Paper Trail, Rock & ShopVroom vroom: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks are coming to San Antonio this weekend. The Alamo City will also host free summer events — both indoor and outdoor — and chances to take in amazing art from locals.
San Antonio River Walk and The Alamo make top 5 ‘most Instagrammable’ tourist attractions in Texas
Read full article: San Antonio River Walk and The Alamo make top 5 ‘most Instagrammable’ tourist attractions in TexasThe Alamo City has two of the most well-known tourist attractions in the state and is one of the top 10 places to visit in Texas this summer, according to a new study.
Grand marshal, theme announced for San Antonio Holiday River Parade
Read full article: Grand marshal, theme announced for San Antonio Holiday River ParadeIt’s never too early to start planning for the holiday season — Visit San Antonio has announced the grand marshal and other details for the San Antonio Holiday River Parade.
Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Patriotic river parades, drone show, more free downtown events
Read full article: Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Patriotic river parades, drone show, more free downtown eventsThere are several patriotic events planned downtown this weekend, like parades on the River Walk. There are also free events happening across the area.
Motel where San Antonio police found kidnapping victims, arrested 4 suspects was site of numerous other crimes
Read full article: Motel where San Antonio police found kidnapping victims, arrested 4 suspects was site of numerous other crimesPolice say they rescued 5 people Saturday who were being held against their will at the Inn & Studios Downtown. The motel, near I-35 and S. Laredo, has been a hotbed for criminal activity, according to SAPD figures.
🦸 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Superhero Comic Con, Pride Resource Fair, camels at the Alamo
Read full article: 🦸 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Superhero Comic Con, Pride Resource Fair, camels at the AlamoAfter some much-needed rain, San Antonio will be drying out and warming up this weekend for a slew of concerts, festivals and other events.