Battle of Flowers: SA Botanical Garden claps back at Mayor Jones’ plan to prune...
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is pushing back at Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ proposal to end public subsidies to the nonprofit as the city looks to rein in a looming $158 million budget deficit. During a meeting last week, Jones said she wants to drop the city’s subsidy to the garden from $1.2 million annually […] The
San Antonio man killed in single-rollover crash in Seguin, police say
SEGUIN, Texas – A 51-year-old San Antonio man was killed in a rollover crash Thursday morning, according to Seguin police officers. Authorities said officers were dispatched on a vehicle collision call just before 6 a.m. in the 1300 block of Interstate 10 eastbound. Upon arrival, officers found an overturned...
South Side’s Besitos Café Calls It Quits After Eight Tough Months
Besitos Café, the family-run Mexican spot on San Antonio’s South Side, is closing its doors after less than a year in business, with its final day of service set for Sunday, July 12. The owners say several months of slow customer traffic and low sales finally forced their hand.
A Homeowner Caught Suspected Car Burglars Outside. Deputies Say Shots Were Fired Minutes Later
A Far West Bexar County vehicle burglary call turned into a much more dangerous scene after deputies say suspects fired at a homeowner who confronted them. The incident happened early Tuesday near the 10100 block of Sawbuck Creek. Deputies responded around 3 a.m. after a caller reported a vehicle burglary and said a ve
Wanted suspect allegedly pulls firearm on driver, leads deputies on pursuit
SAN ANTONIO - A road rage call involving a reported handgun led to a chase through Kirby and two arrests Tuesday evening, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said that on June 24, 2026, at about 5:44 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 7000 block of FM 78 for a disturbance involving a
After decades as a San Antonio icon, Randy’s Ballroom is turning the page
Locals saw Beastie Boys, Selena, Sex Pistols and more once upon a time.
15-year-old girl and her 1-year-old son found safe in Houston after local AMBER Alert
SAN ANTONIO - Two children at the center of a statewide AMBER Alert out of Bexar County earlier this week have been found safe in Houston, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. DPS said 15-year-old Escarleth Vasquez and 1-year-old Alejandro Vasquez, both from Converse, were recovered Thursday, June...
Damaged Preston Hollow home demolished, two more demolitions expected Friday
SAN ANTONIO - Demolition crews have begun tearing down homes along Preston Hollow Drive after two houses exploded there in April. A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board says both explosions were fueled by natural gas. On Thursday, crews tore down the home between the two that exploded....
Former San Antonio mayor appears on Peter Thiel’s secret society roster
Since billionaire Peter Thiel co-founded Dialog in 2006, the group has never publicly identified its members or those who participate in its annual retreats.
Pickup Lines: USAA executive Jenna Saucedo-Herrera reflects on leadership, resilience and giving back
SAN ANTONIO – Jenna Saucedo-Herrera’s path from a working ranch in Elmendorf to the executive ranks of one of San Antonio’s largest employers wasn’t one she carefully mapped out. Instead, she says, it was built by embracing challenges, taking on difficult assignments and investing in relationships.

















