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Respondents to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas survey expressed concern about a reduction in consumer demand and a potential recession.
The lawmakers behind the bill promised there would not be an increase in the number of days the beach is closed.
U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and certain auto parts from other countries.
KSAT spoke with April Ancira, vice president of the Ancira Auto Group, who said customers may see a shortage of foreign cars in the future because of the tariffs.
Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.
The state’s water supply faces numerous threats. And by one estimate, the state’s municipal supply will not meet demand by 2030 if there’s a severe drought and no water solutions are implemented.
For the second year, Harper’s Chapel Ministries is helping to give children in the poorest neighborhood in San Antonio a positive experience for spring break.
Although the president has said he wants to “get rid of” the act, Rep. Michael McCaul and Sen. John Cornyn say it supports jobs and national security.
As Fiesta approaches, ongoing tariffs on Chinese goods pose financial challenges for local businesses, potentially affecting the pricing of the coveted Fiesta medals.
As the Edinburg facility and others seek to assist people experiencing food insecurity, state lawmakers have more than a dozen bills that could tackle Texas’ food deserts.
While President Donald Trump has imposed his long-threatened tariffs against Mexico, Canada and China this week, the short- and long-term effects are still unpredictable, according to a local economist.
The city’s Planning Department is hosting a Northeast Community Area Planning Meeting this Thursday, inviting input from residents and business owners in the area around the 410 and I-35 corridor, stretching from Gibbs Sprawl Road to Broadway.
Commercial beekeepers in Texas have lost about two thirds of their honey bees since June last year, according to a recent survey.
House and Senate lawmakers plan to spend at least $6 billion on property tax cuts, but haven't yet agreed on how much relief should go to homeowners over businesses.
The South San Antonio Independent School District’s new superintendent discussed future plans, including adding new school buses and providing bonuses for district teachers.
The president said Mexico and Canada have failed to curb the flow of drugs into the U.S. after giving the countries 30 days to do so before enacting the tariffs.
Supporters hope easing zoning rules will entice landlords to renovate and ease the state’s housing crisis.
A naturalized citizen, along with other business leaders, are working to create new resources for undocumented people living in the Permian Basin.
Sixty-one workers at the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services Inc. (RAICES) were issued layoff notices last week, according to a Texas Workforce Commission filing.
The Texas Senate has proposed injecting a staggering half a billion dollars into film production, as economists and fiscal hawks question the return on investment.
If a majority of the roughly 500 residents living around the South Texas site vote yes in May, Starbase will be the state’s newest city.
While there are extremely accurate economic indexes that have successfully predicted recessions, there are also some pretty quirky and bizarre indicators.
Trader Joe’s and other grocers are limiting the number of eggs customers can buy across the U.S., citing limited supply caused by the ongoing bird flu outbreak.
The marquee proposal would increase the amount of a home’s value exemption from school taxes to $140,000 from $100,000. The legislation must win approval from the House next.
Peter Cortez started raising chickens in his backyard in 2017. His first few years didn’t go so well; it was a learning curve, but he quickly caught on.
Senate Bill 2 now heads to the House, where top officials say they have the support to create education savings accounts.
Gov. Greg Abbott said cutting taxes is a top priority, however, state lawmakers don’t have as much money to plug into tax cuts as they did two years ago.
Several San Antonio-area lawmakers, led by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, agreed Sunday to appear at a Monday afternoon news conference to discuss the White House’s tariffs.
President Donald Trump has taken executive action to impose or threaten tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico. Here is a list of products that may be affected.
Tariffs imposed on Feb. 1 will be 25% on imported goods from Canada and Mexico and 10% on imported goods from China. Trinity University economics department chair Dr. David Macpherson said tariffs on this scale have not been implemented since the Great Depression.
Across the country, dairy producers have dumped milk and infected chickens have been killed, including millions of egg-laying hens, causing egg prices to skyrocket.
After successful campaigns for House allies, the governor is in a position to set an ambitious course for the legislative session.
Beginning in the 1920s, Denver Heights was known as a predominantly African American neighborhood full of doctors, lawyers, teachers, lawmakers and other professionals.
One of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the United States is rolling out plans to strengthen production and warehouse operations in San Antonio.
The United States Postal Service has introduced a new redesigned money order aimed at stopping scammers from getting your money.
KSAT visited Eagle Pass, a city at the epicenter of the immigration debate, for the tenth episode of “Your Voice, South Texas.”
The legislation includes financial aid and money for recent natural disasters, but farmers still will be relying on outdated provisions from the 2018 bill.
A hurricane and winter freeze devastated the South Texas industry. A lack of water is preventing a full recovery.
The City of Windcrest is limited in its space and its ability to expand, but the city's mayor said there are big future plans that can make it a destination.
If some residents in the City of Windcrest have their way, the future for business there will be as bright as its Christmas light displays.
In 2023, there were 2,215 layoffs across Bexar County. Comparatively, 2024 has seen 1,279 layoffs, according to Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice data from the Texas Workforce Commission.
In his new role, Rosser will be responsible for helping Texas meet its goal to increase the number of Texans ages 25 to 34 with a postsecondary credential to 60%by 2030.
Small businesses owned by women or people of color will get less advantage when they bid on some City of San Antonio contracts starting next year.
A comptroller’s report found that deporting the estimated 1.4 million undocumented immigrants living in Texas in 2005 would have cost the state about $17.7 billion in gross domestic product.
Patrick contends retailers have exploited a law passed in 2019 to sell unregulated and potentially harmful consumable tetrahydrocannabinol products.
Despite the efforts of local governments and others, the move to provide internet access to millions of Texans has been slow and faces new challenges.
The highly anticipated college football game between the University of Texas Longhorns and the Texas A&M Aggies, is just a few days away.
A local economist and the National Retail Federation say the Trump administration’s proposed tariff policies on $3 trillion of U.S. imports, which could boost domestic manufacturing and create more jobs, will likely raise consumer prices.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch mass deportations as soon as he takes office. While the policy aims to target undocumented people, one local economist says the effects could ripple across the workforce, particularly in industries that rely on migrant labor.
Although Texas counties are not required to provide ambulance services, many are digging deep to pay for their own fleet or to contract out services.
However, a recent AARP survey found that 20% of U.S. adults ages 50 and up haven’t saved money for retirement. That grim statistic is a reason San Antonio business owner Noe Martinez decided to organize his finances.
It’s unclear how much water resides underneath this booming West Texas tourist haven. That makes conservation critical.
A yearslong dispute over exporting water to growing Texas cities offers a hint at the battles to come as the state’s population booms and water supply dwindles.
Castroville, a 30-minute drive from downtown San Antonio, has expanded in recent years. Castroville leaders have openly spoken about the challenges that come with growth: management and preservation of the area’s heritage.
Spirit Airlines is adding two new nonstop flights from the San Antonio International Airport.
A new breed of activists wants Texas to tame costs by building more housing. But longstanding opposition to such policies remains strong.
Farmers say they want the water, but not if it goes against the allotment they need for the spring planting season.
Denton has renamed itself Halloween, Texas, and has planned 31 days of events to drive up tourism and family entertainment.
Incumbent Christi Craddick is touting the health of the Texas energy industry and its impact on the economy. Her top opponent says regulation on the commission is too lax.
Residents were worried about the impact on their drinking water while business leaders were excited for the new jobs.
The ongoing port strike happening at our nation’s East and Gulf coast ports is something many companies and grocery stores are paying close attention to, even though at this time, they are not concerned.
A 2019 state law requiring schools to offer full-day pre-K is capturing child care’s most profitable customer base: 3- and 4-year-olds.
Texas Republicans have been trying to reduce the state’s high property taxes for years, but some acknowledge eliminating them would be too expensive.
Inflation has hit its lowest level in more than three years, a development that impacts everyone. But what does this mean for our wallets and the overall economy? An economist with UTSA’s Institute for Economic Development explains what changes could be on the horizon.
Texas needs hundreds of thousands more homes than it has, per one estimate. That shortage has driven up home prices and rents.
The 23-page document highlights measures to address energy equity, increase sustainability and curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
