During his three terms in the U.S. House, U.S. Congressman Colin Allred established himself as a strong fundraiser. New federal filings suggest the North Texas Democrat is in little danger of losing that rep as he campaigns to unseat U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz. Allred, who also faces primary challenges from rivals including Texas Sen. Roland […]
Downtown-area Shotgun House Roasters is planning big moves, including adding amenities such as beer on tap and an augmented pastry menu. The caffeine purveyor took to Instagram Friday to share the news, saying that patrons will “see some changes around the shop” as they prepare to expand. The first phase of the project will include […]
“Here’s to Champagne problems!” a 20-something brunette in a ball gown cheers, her voice as bubbly as her lifted flute. It’s opening night at Alamo Drafthouse for what bodes to be one of the biggest movies this fall — not a Spielberg thriller, Halloween horror flick or Oscar-baiting period piece, but a film version of […]
Questions about how a voucher program would — or wouldn’t — serve children with disabilities took center stage at a Texas Senate education committee hearing Tuesday to discuss the main school voucher bill on the table during the Legislature’s latest special session. Senate Bill 1, authored by Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe, would use taxpayer dollars to […]
San Antonio District 9 Councilman John Courage is asking for public help to fund the city’s first large-scale gun buyback program. Under the buyback, individuals will be able to exchange up to 20 unloaded weapons for H-E-B gift cards at the Alamodome on Nov. 19, Courage said at a Wednesday press event.
The Senate advanced two immigration-related bills on Thursday evening, one of which would allow state police to arrest migrants who cross the southern border. Senate Bill 11, sponsored by state Sen. Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, would create a new state crime for illegally entering Texas from Mexico and authorize state police to arrest violators.
With thousands of people expected to descend on South Texas for a glimpse of the annular eclipse on Saturday, the Texas Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers to be patient on the roads. Shortly before noon on Saturday, the sky will darken as the moon blocks out the sun’s rays, creating a “ring of fire” […]
Sports and entertainment chain TopGolf plans to open a second San Antonio-area location, this one in New Braunfels, according to a new Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. The Dallas-based chain — known for complexes that bring together golf, libations, food and games — plans to build a two-floor, 38,000-square-foot location on 10 acres of […]
The top Current story this week covered Austin-based Torchy’s Tacos’ response to a viral video in which a group of men in Nazi attire was seen dining in one of the chain’s Ft. Worth restaurants. In response to the incident, the company posted a statement on online platform X that declared “Fuck Hate.” “Let us […]
This week, Current readers were making plans for this weekend’s annular eclipse. Our most read food news story was a roundup of local spots where those watching the skies can wine and dine during the ring of fire eclipse. The event will take place 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.