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Infrastructure, housing funding top of mind in city briefing on federal legislative program
Read full article: Infrastructure, housing funding top of mind in city briefing on federal legislative programSan Antonio’s Intergovernmental Relations Committee held a briefing this week on the city’s legislative program, which addresses city priorities and interests at the federal level for next year’s congressional session
City Council approves ordinance for major East-West Corridor project on South Side
Read full article: City Council approves ordinance for major East-West Corridor project on South SideSan Antonio City Council approved an ordinance and funding reallocation to begin the process of creating a significant thoroughfare project aimed at connecting portions of the city’s major manufacturers across the South Side.
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.
Southwest sues San Antonio after ‘bait and switch’ for space in new terminal
Read full article: Southwest sues San Antonio after ‘bait and switch’ for space in new terminalThe airline filed a lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court against the city and San Antonio International Airport Director of Airports Jesus Saenz.
Southwest Airlines sues City of San Antonio, airports director as Oct. 1 deadline looms
Read full article: Southwest Airlines sues City of San Antonio, airports director as Oct. 1 deadline loomsThe airline filed a lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court against the city and San Antonio International Airport Director of Airports Jesus Saenz.
City Council passes update to Complete Streets policy amid new city budget
Read full article: City Council passes update to Complete Streets policy amid new city budgetSan Antonio City Council formally passed an update on the city’s Complete Streets policy on Thursday, setting in motion a framework for street design that accounts for all users.
Southwest Airlines refuses to sign long-term agreement with San Antonio, questioning their future growth
Read full article: Southwest Airlines refuses to sign long-term agreement with San Antonio, questioning their future growthAn airline operating agreement and a series of terminal leases were approved today in City Council A’s session, but Southwest Airlines, a Dallas-based airline, said they were not in favor of its terms.
City receives funding for ‘quick-build’ installs; padding ongoing street safety programs
Read full article: City receives funding for ‘quick-build’ installs; padding ongoing street safety programsVision Zero and the Bike Network Plan are expected to receive support from a grant issued to San Antonio's Transportation Department as part of the Safe Streets and Roads for All program.
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.
Major construction closure set this weekend for drivers on Northeast Side near Forum
Read full article: Major construction closure set this weekend for drivers on Northeast Side near ForumDrivers on the Northeast Side will have to navigate around a major construction closure this weekend near the Forum.
Brooks Development Authority receives federal funding to install EV chargers
Read full article: Brooks Development Authority receives federal funding to install EV chargersThe Brooks Development Authority has received $1.7 million in federal funding to support the installation of 24 electric vehicle chargers at three sites across its Southeast Side campus.
Bexar County approves $100M for VIA’s East-West ‘rapid transit’ line
Read full article: Bexar County approves $100M for VIA’s East-West ‘rapid transit’ lineBexar County Commissioners agreed Tuesday to set aside $100 million for an East-West rapid transit route through downtown San Antonio. County and transit officials say it’s needed to lock in federal funding for the $289 million project.
KSAT’s RJ Marquez takes test drive on NEISD school bus with state ‘roadeo’ champion
Read full article: KSAT’s RJ Marquez takes test drive on NEISD school bus with state ‘roadeo’ championLong time driver and NEISD trainer Phil Purvis put KSAT’s RJ Marquez’s driving skills to the test to see firsthand what it’s like behind the wheel of a school bus.
Meet the NEISD bus driver who won the Texas school bus ‘roadeo’ championship
Read full article: Meet the NEISD bus driver who won the Texas school bus ‘roadeo’ championshipHundreds of North East ISD school busses are hitting the streets Monday as students head back to class. Behind the wheel of one of those buses is the reigning State Bus Roadeo champion.
Transportation leaders unveil latest tech at TxDOT Innovation Invitational Showcase
Read full article: Transportation leaders unveil latest tech at TxDOT Innovation Invitational ShowcaseTransportation leaders from across Texas have gathered in San Antonio to present their newest technologies and projects.
San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectors
Read full article: San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectorsMobility leaders and advocates from across Texas will descend on San Antonio for a conference geared toward transportation and technology innovations.
Interstate 27 has divided Lubbock for decades. North and east side residents want that to change.
Read full article: Interstate 27 has divided Lubbock for decades. North and east side residents want that to change.After repeated attempts to convince the City Council to make zoning changes, residents asked the federal government to intervene.
MAP: 19,000 cars were reported stolen in San Antonio over 12 months. See where in searchable database.
Read full article: MAP: 19,000 cars were reported stolen in San Antonio over 12 months. See where in searchable database.KSAT mapped all 19,000 car thefts reported to San Antonio police from the last 12 months. Search your address to see the reported thefts in your area. You can see date, address, make/model of vehicle.
What to know about new construction and expansion of State Highway 151 in West San Antonio
Read full article: What to know about new construction and expansion of State Highway 151 in West San AntonioTxDOT is closing both directions of SH-151 overnight for the next few days for some major construction. Traffic will be diverted to the access roads.
City secures $1.2 million in federal funding to improve energy efficiency, reduce transportation pollution
Read full article: City secures $1.2 million in federal funding to improve energy efficiency, reduce transportation pollutionThe $1.2 million will enhance energy efficiency, mitigate climate pollution associated with transportation-related emissions and reduce energy consumption.
Abortion on the ballot: Amarillo set to vote on abortion travel ban this election
Read full article: Abortion on the ballot: Amarillo set to vote on abortion travel ban this electionAfter the Amarillo City Council balked at such an ordinance last year, residents collected signatures for a ballot measure.
Truckers hope protest over unpaid hours and lack of restrooms will spark a Permian Basin labor movement
Read full article: Truckers hope protest over unpaid hours and lack of restrooms will spark a Permian Basin labor movementTruckers say they can wait up to 18 hours without pay to load or unload fracking sand. The drilling sites often lack restrooms.
Drivers on far West Side have another road closure to deal with this weekend
Read full article: Drivers on far West Side have another road closure to deal with this weekendMain lanes of northbound Loop 1604 between Highway 151 and Shaenfield Road will be closed for bridge deck work from 9 p.m. Friday through 5 p.m. Saturday
TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound Loop 1604 at I-10 on far Northwest Side to be closed this weekend
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound Loop 1604 at I-10 on far Northwest Side to be closed this weekendDrivers, be prepared for yet another round of major construction closures on the far Northwest Side this weekend.
Construction on Loop 1604 on NE Side continues as I-35 NEX Central Project progresses
Read full article: Construction on Loop 1604 on NE Side continues as I-35 NEX Central Project progressesThis work will be one of four access points for the future elevated highway system stretching from Bexar to Guadalupe counties.
Transportation department, municipal court open center aimed at teen driver safety education
Read full article: Transportation department, municipal court open center aimed at teen driver safety educationA multi-partner initiative under San Antonio’s Vision Zero Plan aims to address an issue in the city’s court systems: unlicensed teen drivers with traffic citations.
San Antonio Transportation and Infrastructure Committee sees final draft of updated Complete Streets policy
Read full article: San Antonio Transportation and Infrastructure Committee sees final draft of updated Complete Streets policySan Antonio’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee received a briefing on final updates to the city’s Complete Streets policy earlier this week.
Plans to spend billions on a flood-prone East Texas highway may not solve the problem
Read full article: Plans to spend billions on a flood-prone East Texas highway may not solve the problemTxDOT says it can’t guarantee that upgrades to one of Houston’s main hurricane evacuation routes will prevent future flooding of U.S. 59.
El Paso residents rally to protect a Rio Grande wetland from possible highway project
Read full article: El Paso residents rally to protect a Rio Grande wetland from possible highway projectPotential routes for a highway in El Paso’s Mission Valley run alongside a restored wetland called Rio Bosque. Environmental advocates are urging TxDOT to scrap the idea.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Loop 1604 to partially close again this weekend on NW Side, but reopen Mother’s Day
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Loop 1604 to partially close again this weekend on NW Side, but reopen Mother’s DayAs part of the Loop 1604 North Expansion Project, TxDOT will have several closures starting at 9 p.m. Friday, May 10 through 7 a.m. Sunday, May 12, weather permitting.
Plan ahead for downtown traffic this weekend with 2 Luke Combs shows at Alamodome, other events
Read full article: Plan ahead for downtown traffic this weekend with 2 Luke Combs shows at Alamodome, other eventsThe City of San Antonio is asking downtown visitors to plan ahead on Friday and Saturday due to several big events taking place, including the Luke Combs concerts at the Alamodome.
Traffic alert: More closures this weekend for Loop 1604 at I-10 interchange on NW Side
Read full article: Traffic alert: More closures this weekend for Loop 1604 at I-10 interchange on NW SideIt’s another round of major closures on the far Northwest Side as the Texas Department of Transportation will once again close Loop 1604 and parts of Interstate 10 this weekend to continue construction on the Loop 1604 North Expansion Project.
Traffic alert: Loop 1604 to close again this weekend on NW Side
Read full article: Traffic alert: Loop 1604 to close again this weekend on NW SideTxDOT will have a full closure of the Loop 1604 east and westbound main lanes at the I-10 interchange starting at 9 p.m. on Friday until 5 a.m. on Monday (April 26-29).
San Antonio’s Pothole Patrol on a ‘blitz’ to smooth out city’s bumpy roads
Read full article: San Antonio’s Pothole Patrol on a ‘blitz’ to smooth out city’s bumpy roadsA special city team, known as the Pothole Patrol, is on a mission to fill as many potholes as possible in April. Their goal also is to encourage community members to get involved by reporting any potholes they see.
People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road construction
Read full article: People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road constructionThe City of San Antonio has at least three major downtown street construction projects going on at the same time. Two won't be completed until late next year.
Tesla recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because accelerator pedal can get stuck
Read full article: Tesla recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because accelerator pedal can get stuckTesla is recalling 3,878 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after discovering that the accelerator pedal could become stuck, potentially causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally and increasing the risk of a crash.
Transportation department addresses bike network plan updates, future implementation strategies
Read full article: Transportation department addresses bike network plan updates, future implementation strategiesIn a Tuesday briefing to the city’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, the team behind updating the Bike Network Plan provided updates and expectations for the third phase of their project.
Department of Energy collaborates with city partners to develop sustainable aviation energy technologies
Read full article: Department of Energy collaborates with city partners to develop sustainable aviation energy technologiesA city-wide collaboration advancing sustainable technology in the aviation industry is expected to dampen San Antonio International Airport’s energy footprint.
Eclipse fever hits Texas towns as residents and officials prepare for a crush of visitors
Read full article: Eclipse fever hits Texas towns as residents and officials prepare for a crush of visitorsLlano residents are told to stock up on groceries. A Sulphur Springs church is renting its parking spots. And everyone’s watching the weather forecast ahead of Monday’s eclipse.
Cities across the U.S. are abandoning bus stations. This East Texas town is embracing its bustling depot.
Read full article: Cities across the U.S. are abandoning bus stations. This East Texas town is embracing its bustling depot.Longview officials saw an opportunity to invest in mass transit after one of the nation’s largest busing companies pulled out.
Supreme Court permits Texas police to arrest people who illegally cross the border as the SB 4 legal clash continues
Read full article: Supreme Court permits Texas police to arrest people who illegally cross the border as the SB 4 legal clash continuesThe ruling allows Texas to start enforcing SB 4 while a lawsuit over its constitutionality remains pending before a federal appeals court.
NTSB investigating deadly crash in San Antonio involving a semi-autonomous vehicle
Read full article: NTSB investigating deadly crash in San Antonio involving a semi-autonomous vehicleThe National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a deadly crash in San Antonio that involved a semi-autonomous vehicle.
San Antonio set to receive nearly $3 million in funding to address East Side, downtown connectivity
Read full article: San Antonio set to receive nearly $3 million in funding to address East Side, downtown connectivitySan Antonio is poised to receive nearly $3 million in funding to begin drafting a study addressing connectivity between the East Side and downtown.
San Antonio International Airport one of many in Texas using biometric facial recognition
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport one of many in Texas using biometric facial recognitionSpokeo looked at which airports are using facial recognition software in Texas for security screenings, according to Customs and Border Protection.
Centro, UTSA partner to provide free e-shuttle service at downtown campuses
Read full article: Centro, UTSA partner to provide free e-shuttle service at downtown campusesAs UTSA’s downtown footprint continues growing, students will soon have access to a sustainable transit option: an e-shuttle aptly dubbed the Little Runner.
Major closures planned for Loop 1604 between I-10 and Hwy 281 this weekend
Read full article: Major closures planned for Loop 1604 between I-10 and Hwy 281 this weekendThe Texas Department of Transportation is planning for two major closures on Loop 1604 at both the Interstate 10 and Highway 281 interchanges this weekend.
Southwest Research Institute engineers test hydrogen combustion engines in diesel trucks
Read full article: Southwest Research Institute engineers test hydrogen combustion engines in diesel trucksEngineers at the Southwest Research Institute have retrofitted a traditional diesel truck engine to run on hydrogen combustion.
‘There has to be change now:’ Cyclists call for driver awareness, infrastructure changes after death in community
Read full article: ‘There has to be change now:’ Cyclists call for driver awareness, infrastructure changes after death in communityIt's been nearly two weeks since William Mize, 65, was hit and killed while he was biking near the Missions.
VIA Link Naco Pass revolutionizes San Antonio transportation with over 500K trips in 5 months
Read full article: VIA Link Naco Pass revolutionizes San Antonio transportation with over 500K trips in 5 monthsVIA Metropolitan Transit’s Link Naco Pass has completed over half a million trips on the Northeast Side in only five months. VIA Link was introduced as a “smart transit” option to upgrade service delivery, customer experience and cost efficiency.
Major closure: TxDOT to close cloverleaf interchanges this weekend on Loop 1604 at I-10 on Northwest Side
Read full article: Major closure: TxDOT to close cloverleaf interchanges this weekend on Loop 1604 at I-10 on Northwest SideThe Texas Department of Transportation is planning for more closures at the Interstate 10 and Loop 1604 interchange this weekend.
Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnant
Read full article: Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnantCommunity members in the Shearer Hills/Ridgeview community have been asking the City of San Antonio for north-to-south bike lanes for more than a decade. They said it's a life-or-death issue, as they take a chance every time they dare ride along a major road.
TxDOT plans for weekend closure on Loop 1604 at Interstate 10 on Northwest Side
Read full article: TxDOT plans for weekend closure on Loop 1604 at Interstate 10 on Northwest SideThe Texas Department of Transportation is planning for more closures at the Interstate 10 and Loop 1604 interchange this weekend.
San Antonio International Airport receives $30 million in grants for Terminal A upgrades, new terminal
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport receives $30 million in grants for Terminal A upgrades, new terminalThe San Antonio International Airport has received $30 million in grants from the Federal Aviation Administration.
‘We need to do more, faster’: Sustainability report celebrates wins, sets expectations for SA in 2024
Read full article: ‘We need to do more, faster’: Sustainability report celebrates wins, sets expectations for SA in 2024The report, which charts metrics related to climate and sustainability issues affecting the Alamo City, comes with several scannable QR codes and links.
San Antonio gas prices see sharp increase from a week ago
Read full article: San Antonio gas prices see sharp increase from a week agoGas prices are on the rise across the San Antonio area as the gas price average for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel in San Antonio was $2.85 as of Tuesday morning, according to AAA Texas.
Apparently snowplows in Michigan have names, and they’re all hilarious
Read full article: Apparently snowplows in Michigan have names, and they’re all hilariousIf you live in a part of the country where you experience all four seasons then you’re pretty used to snowplows cleaning up the streets of your town when mother nature decides to dump inches of snow on the ground.
Major closure expected this weekend on Loop 1604 at I-10 as crews place final beams for flyover ramp
Read full article: Major closure expected this weekend on Loop 1604 at I-10 as crews place final beams for flyover rampThe main lanes of Loop 1604 and Interstate 10 as well as the interchange on the Northwest Side will be closed this weekend due to ongoing construction.