A beloved holiday downtown tradition returns for its 43rd year this November.

In Oakland Estates, there’s room to breathe. Not just for the residents but for the wildlife, too. That might explain why you’ll find so many animals roaming the neighborhood.

The season is near to hold sweet hot cocoa in one hand while the other holds your phone to capture a display of sparkling lights.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will soon start stocking ponds, lakes and rivers with rainbow trout for the winter.

The City of San Antonio and San Antonio Sports will announce a new “major running event” to replace the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series.

After 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.”

With the holidays right around the corner, many outdoor ice skating rinks are popping up throughout our area.

A month after a woman in Boerne was bitten by a fox possibly infected with rabies, a fox was found dead that was indeed infected with rabies, according to city officials.

Even though we’re only halfway through November, several places are getting into the holiday spirit!

As a cold front slowly approaches the Hill Country, the Lost Maples State Natural Area is expected to shine bright with autumn colors soon. San Antonio, Hill Country, Lost Maples, Fall, Outdoors

A private boat ramp for Canyon Lake Marina is still operating for customers, but there are no ramps available to the general public.

Downtown San Antonio will be one of the coolest places in town this holiday season.

The Brackenridge Park Conservancy will host “The Big Brack Bash! 125th Celebration” event on Nov. 16.

People will notice litter booms placed at Salado Creek in Comanche and MLK Park this week. The floating devices are set to help catch floating trash without impacting wildlife. River Aid San Antonio, a nonprofit organization, has been instrumental in raising awareness about the trash littering our waterways.

The fall camping season is in full swing now that cool(er) weather has finally arrived in South Texas.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has authorized the purchase of four properties in the Texas Hill Country to help add to the state parks system.

From festivals and music shows to a jazz concert happening this weekend, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The two states agreed to a land swap to ensure that a Dallas-area water district’s pump station lies wholly within Texas. Neither state gained in size from the small change.

A new overnight lodge at the San Antonio Zoo is officially open for booking.

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office sent out an alert Tuesday about a “large” cat sighting in northwest Bexar County. BCSO said the feline was seen in a greenbelt near the 10400 block of Foxen Way, a neighborhood off Highway 16 north of Helotes. So, we pulled information from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to learn about the big cats native to South Texas.

A resident living in far northwest Bexar County reportedly saw a "large, long-tailed cat" in a greenbelt near their home, according to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office.

Chainsaws, skid steers, and wood chippers will join the sound of birds and running water along the Mission Reach portion of the San Antonio River for the next four months.

Three design concepts for Arboretum San Antonio were shown to the public earlier this week, revealing more about the forthcoming park.

Texas State Parks Day on Nov. 5 will allow visitors free day-use entry to all 89 state parks.

Now that we have experienced the first official cold front this week, it’s the perfect time to start planning where to enjoy outdoor dining or drinking.

Lace up your running shoes. The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series is returning to the Alamo City for its16th year in December.

Do you want to have the Texas iconic bluebonnets, Indian blanket or golden tickseed in your yard next spring? Now is the time to sow those wildflower seeds.

Wondering what to do this weekend? Check out all the events for this weekend.

Palo Alto College is thrilled to announce “¡Un Día de Celebración!” — a vibrant day of festivities and community engagement dedicated to raising funds for student scholarships.

The park is seeking public comment on a draft plan that would allow the removal of invasive swine and antelope species, a news release from the Padre Island National Seashore said.

The team behind Arboretum San Antonio is hosting two community events to gauge public feedback on the park, which will be located on land near the former Republic Gold Course, not far from Brooks.

The Barbacoa and Big Red Festival has a new home this year.

Check out this weekend's list of cool events.

After a year of delays, Mitchell’s Landing is finally set to open in November.

Parts of the Texas Hill Country remain in a drought, leaving many residents searching for more rain. If you travel a little farther north, however, you’ll find that the drought ends just before reaching the Fredericksburg area.

The San Antonio Zoo officially opened its Naylor Savanna which features the largest habitat in zoo history. The habitat features three male giraffes, zebras, ostriches and rhinos.

We are in peak butterfly season for residential and migrating butterflies. If you want to see butterflies of all kinds in your garden, you have to plant for them.

It happens every year: millions of American snout butterflies -- known colloquially as "snout nose butterflies" -- migrate through San Antonio.

Embrace the fall season with vibrant fall festivals that will bring seasonal treats and activities.

It’s finally October! This vibrant month has a variety of events that highlight Halloween festivities, cultural celebrations for Hispanic Heritage, and fall harvest festivals.

The United States Coast Guard stopped five lanchas and seized hundreds of pounds of illegally caught fish off the South Texas coast on Sunday.

Prost! It’s Oktoberfest season in the Alamo City.

Welcome to the last weekend of September! Lots of fun events are happening around town in the next few days. Check out our Things to Do Newsletter to help you fill out your weekend plans!

Woodlawn Lake Park is set to receive a $3.25 million boost from the U.S. Department of the Interior, marking a significant investment in one of San Antonio’s underfunded parks.

Last month, about a thousand dead fish washed up against the banks of Calaveras Lake. The event was classified as a “fish kill” after officials tested the water and determined the fish died as a result of a fatal mix of weather phenomena.

San Antonio Sports and L’Étape Texas announced Monday in an Instagram post that the Fiesta events were canceled so the organization can prepare for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four.

Activities at the 22 acre farm in New Braunfels include a hay maze, pumpkin patch, and petting zoo to name a few.

The lawsuit claims federal regulators have undermined the Texas oil and gas industry by misusing environmental law, negatively impacting drilling and production.

Hello! Aren’t you excited that fall officially starts this Sunday?

Prepare to lace up your shoes for the 11th Annual Head for the Cure 5K run/walk. The race begins on Sept. 28, 2024.

The City of San Antonio’s Transportation Department is seeking public input on bike lane improvements at Woodlawn Lake Park.

Enchanted Rock is set to expand due to a 630-acre land acquisition approved last month by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.

The San Antonio Zoo is gearing up for a spooktacular Halloween season with the return of Zoo Boo!

The 131st-annual Comal County Fair and Rodeo returns to New Braunfels this September.

A magical journey awaits coming this fall to downtown San Antonio.

The $15,000 grant from San Antonio’s Office of Sustainability will also support renovations of a greenhouse near the Headwaters Sanctuary, construction of pollinator gardens and a seed library, and expanding a compost site.

This weekend, a month-long celebration returns to San Antonio honoring Hispanic and Latino history and culture.

How ironic that Friday was the 13th? If you want to continue your weekend of feeling frightful, you'll have several options.

The first frontier military post in Texas is now being recognized as the state’s 39th historic site by the Texas Historical Commission (THC), according to a press release.

As Hispanic Heritage Month approaches, Pearl has announced a long list of events that will kick off the celebration on Sunday.

The remains of two sharks were next to a deceased and mutilated stingray and about 15 mostly intact dead crabs, according to a Facebook post from the Padre Island National Seashore.

Prepare to journey through a colorful exhibition during the upcoming holidays at the San Antonio Botanical Garden.

This will be the first year without the Hondo corn maze since the early 2000s.

Spend some time in south San Antonio with your loved one.

Texas Parks and Wildlife announced that the Bauer Unit at Guadalupe River State Park has been temporarily closed due to recent vandalism.

While many other states limit hunting of the apex predator, Texas is only now introducing rules to ban canned hunts and require regular checking of traps.

Here are shrubs that survive heat, drought, freeze and are deer tolerant.

Bird feeders serve many purposes in people’s backyards. Some families like the way they look, and others enjoy watching what kind of birds they can attract.But in an urban area like San Antonio, does using them help or hurt the bird population in our city?

Big, beautiful lanterns will light up the River Walk over the next two weekends for the Ford Parade of Lights.

Spotty downpours will be possible locally, especially by Sunday and Monday

Celebrate and honor the history and culture of San Antonio during the ninth annual World Heritage Festival in September.

Pedernales Falls State Park has made 23 heat-related rescues this summer. They are warning people to be careful while visiting.

It’s similar to the heat index, but factors in a few other parameters such as wind and sunlight

A fireworm sting can leave you in pain for several hours and can even cause dizziness and confusion.

The San Antonio River Authority is continuing the freshwater mussel reintroduction process.

Grab your running shoes, runners and animal lovers; the San Antonio Zoo is hosting its 39th Annual Zoo Run in September.

Here is how you can keep your plants alive through the triple digit heat without breaking SAWS' stage three watering restrictions.

Organizers and planners of the forthcoming Arboretum San Antonio want to hear from the community at two input sessions next week.

Hunters and anglers in Texas can now purchase their licenses for the 2024-2025 season.

Live music from over 30 artists of various genres will be performing at the Bastrop Music Festival in September.

The ecosystem is comprised of the San Pedro, Apache, Alazán and Martínez Creeks; each creek will retain its name, a Public Works press release said.

San Antonio Parks and Recreation plans to keep seven outdoor pools open on weekends in August through Sept. 15.

As of Tuesday, the man-made reservoir was only 3.6% full. Earlier this summer, the lake was even lower.

With the spooky season almost here, the San Antonio Botanical Garden has announced new attractions coming this fall.

If camping is still on your list this summer, Lake Bastrop South Shore Park can be a great spot off the beaten path for you and your family.

A new Schlitterbahn add-on will allow guests to access multiple Schlitterbahn and Six Flags parks in Texas and across the country.

An active weather pattern brought needed rain to South Central Texas and ended up dropping impressive rainfall totals for late July.

Kids ages 3-5 can register to get free admission to SeaWorld San Antonio for the 2024 season for a limited time.

Some kids had fun paddling a kayak and learning to use a bow and arrow at San Antonio Parks & Recreation’s inaugural program, Aim To Float.

Medina Lake has risen over five feet this week

A woman who was one of four people attacked by the same shark at South Padre Island on July 4 shared an update about her condition after undergoing medical treatment.

By finding out exactly what fish can be found in Cibolo Creek, which is part of the Natural Bridge Cavern's sprawling property, the owners can determine what needs to be done to keep their property healthy.

A west Texas school built in 1909 for Mexican and Mexican American students as part of “separate but equal” education segregation was designated Wednesday as a national park.

The City of San Antonio offers free swimming classes, but the trick is to be ready to sign up for them as soon as registration opens, or you’ll be put on a waiting list.

A “mega den” of rattlesnakes at a remote location in northern Colorado is now available for live, round-the-clock viewing online.

A new study done by Lake.com has determined the top 10 most underrated national parks in the nation.

A beloved Central Texas fall festival will return in 2024 with a new home and a new name.

The San Antonio Zoo is offering discounted admission for Bexar County residents on Tuesday.

Summer is a fun time for kids to ride their bikes. There's a local nonprofit that's helping kids learn to ride trails safely.

San Antonio Public Libraries don't just offer free access to books and indoor activities, but many also have playgrounds, gardens and walking trails