Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. In a bizarre micro-scandal that some have dubbed “GrubGate,” a former GOP congresswoman who is running for her old seat in South Texas is being accused of routinely stealing photos of Mexican food […]
San Antonio fans of anime, manga and video games will be able to partake in plenty of those plus a wide array of Asian eats at the Otaku Food Festival, a free gathering scheduled for Jan. 27-28. The Japanese term “otaku” refers to people obsessed with pop culture, but the traveling festival adds cuisine into […]
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took a clumsy swing at U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas on Wednesday, blasting the White House official as “pathetic” for blaming the migrant surge, at least in part, on climate change. Abbott’s insulting tweet came shortly after Mayorkas lambasted the Republican governor’s border policies during an interview on MSNBC’s […]
Utah-based Beans & Brews Coffeehouse has kicked off a San Antonio expansion with a new shop on the city’s far West Side. The coffee chain is now slinging caffeinated quenchers at 6507 W. Loop 1604 North, near the intersection of Loop 1604 and Culebra Road, according to recent social media posts. The Alamo Ranch shop […]
San Antonio foodies were crushed when nationally lauded Mexican food restaurant Carnitas Lonja shut down in December. However, it appears owner Alex Paredes plans to reopen the south-of-downtown space with a new concept. On Tuesday, Jan. 2, Carnitas Lonja’s Instagram page revamped its branding, reflecting a switch to the name Chilaking.
The San Antonio Police Department slapped two officers with 30-day suspensions based on allegations that they failed to respond to service calls, KSAT reports. Officers Michael Garcia and Stephanie Cherry received the penalties in November for violations of department rules including neglect of duty, failure to obey a lawful order and failure to respond promptly […]
The Spurs’ floundering season took an odd turn Tuesday when No. 1 draft pick Victor Wembanyama checked himself into the team’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies, ignoring Coach Gregg Popovich. As the Spurs trailed by 16 points, the Hall of Fame coach pulled Wembanyama out with 3:07 left in the fourth quarter. Although the game […]
Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Federal regulations do not require emergency rooms to perform life-saving abortions if it would run afoul of state law, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday. After the overturn of Roe v. Wade in […]
Outgoing Roadrunners quarterback Frank Harris is calling it quits after a record-setting career at the University of Texas in San Antonio. In a tweet late Tuesday, Harris revealed his plan to retire from football. He attributed his decision not to pursue an NFL career to his numerous injuries.
Even in the normally quiet week as people recover from the holidays, San Antonio’s live music options haven’t slowed down. Whether your tastes run to vocal jazz, pop-punk, Americana or tribute acts, there’s something for your ears. Thursday, Jan. 4