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Expanded Bexar County mental health facility could ease jail overcrowding

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 29m

The expanded South Side treatment center will help probationers suffering from mental illness and substance abuse.

The expanded South Side treatment center will help probationers suffering from mental illness and substance abuse.

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 45m

Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to withhold road funding from Texas cities and counties if they do not remove “political ideologies” from their streets, such as the rainbow crosswalks.

But San Antonio officials may seek an exemption. bit.ly/3J5ROhh

San Antonio keeping rainbow crosswalks for now, despite Abbott order

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 59m

Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to withhold road funding from cities and counties if they do not remove “political ideologies” from their streets, such as the rainbow crosswalks.

Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to withhold road funding from cities and counties if they do not remove “political ideologies” from their streets, such as the rainbow crosswalks.

SAWS: Cost to replace water plant for Project Marvel may top $200M

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 1h

The city wants to build a new hotel on the property where the utility currently chills water to use for downtown cooling.

The city wants to build a new hotel on the property where the utility currently chills water to use for downtown cooling.

San Antonio defense contractor laying off 279 janitors, maintenance workers

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 1h

The cuts at J&J Maintenance take effect after Thanksgiving. The company’s contract at Brooke Army Medical Center is expiring.

The cuts at J&J Maintenance take effect after Thanksgiving. The company’s contract at Brooke Army Medical Center is expiring.

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 1h

An 18-year-old LEE High School student was arrested Thursday after allegedly bringing a gun to campus. bit.ly/3KJrycX

LEE High School student arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to school

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 2h

An 18-year-old LEE High School student was arrested Thursday after allegedly bringing a gun to campus.

NEISD police discovered a firearm in an 18-year-old student’s backpack Thursday morning, adding to the rise in gun-related incidents at Bexar County schools since the pandemic.

San Antonio area high school football: Week 7 schedule, matchup details

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 2h

Reagan and Johnson face off in the Game of the Week, but there are plenty of other great Texas high school football matchups in San Antonio this week.

Reagan and Johnson face off in the Game of the Week, but there are plenty of other great Texas high school football matchups in San Antonio this week.

Texas officials investigate group's plan to 'take over' Loving County

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 2h

A Houston Chronicle investigation of a group’s plan to sweep local elections in remote Loving County draws alarm from state, federal and local authorities.

A Houston Chronicle investigation of a group’s plan to sweep local elections in remote Loving County draws alarm from state, federal and local authorities.

'Your clock is ticking': Judson ISD board approves academic improvement plan

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 3h

Judson ISD's plan to improve its state accountability ratings includes focusing on professional development, data-driven instruction and high-quality instructional materials.

Judson ISD's plan to improve its state accountability ratings includes focusing on professional development, data-driven instruction and high-quality instructional materials.

Dispute about manners leads to fatal shooting outside Texas store

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 3h

Fight erupts after victim becomes upset that suspect didn't say 'Thank you'

Fight erupts after victim becomes upset that suspect didn't say 'Thank you'

Teso Life San Antonio: 10 things to know before you go

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 3h

Japanese retailer Teso Life opened in San Antonio to massive lines. Get 10 tips on snacks, noodles, toys, cosmetics and more before you go.

Japanese retailer Teso Life opened in San Antonio to massive lines. Get 10 tips on snacks, noodles, toys, cosmetics and more before you go.

Kerr County leaders want flood warning system in place by summer

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 4h

Lawmakers created a grant program for sirens and rain gauges in flood-prone areas. County officials hope that will pay for a Guadalupe River warning system.

Lawmakers created a grant program for sirens and rain gauges in flood-prone areas. County officials hope that will pay for a Guadalupe River warning system.

Texas National Guard troops sent to Chicago aren't getting paid

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 4h

When President Trump called them to active duty, the Texas troops went on the federal payroll. But the government shutdown has cut off paychecks indefinitely.

When President Trump called them to active duty, the Texas troops went on the federal payroll. But the government shutdown has cut off paychecks indefinitely.

I've changed my mind and will be voting 'for' for the proposed Spurs arena

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 4h

Two congressional Republicans from Texas are pushing to restore funding for universities in San Antonio and South Texas that was cut by the Trump administration as part of its effort to dismantle DEI programs. bit.ly/47goJsF

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 4h

No impact to San Antonio's operating budget is a game changer for me. | Opinion

No impact to San Antonio's operating budget is a game changer for me.

Man accused of pointing rifle at woman, tried to steal her car, SAPD says

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 5h

San Antonio police detectives identified Joshua Vetter through surveillance footage and an anonymous tip linking him to stolen items found nearby.

San Antonio police detectives identified Joshua Vetter through surveillance footage and an anonymous tip linking him to stolen items found nearby.

Brouhaha among golfers at Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club leads to suit

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 5h

The father of a teen golfer who allegedly encountered threatening behavior while playing 18 holes has sued the club and another player.

The father of a teen golfer who allegedly encountered threatening behavior while playing 18 holes has sued the club and another player.

This dashboard uses weekly grocery data from thousands of stores to show how prices have changed over time in San Antonio.

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 5h

Are groceries in San Antonio getting more expensive? See for yourself.

12 things to do this weekend in San Antonio

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 5h

Highlights include Michael Schenker playing UFO, Stanley Clarke and the Big Red and Barbacoa Festival.

Highlights include Michael Schenker playing UFO, Stanley Clarke and the Big Red and Barbacoa Festival.

Julian Champagnie out to create space for Spurs' downhill racers

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 6h

With De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper ready to attack the rim, the fourth-year forward and other outside threats look to draw defense to the perimeter.

With De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper ready to attack the rim, the fourth-year forward and other outside threats look to draw defense to the perimeter.

Heat's Erik Spoelstra salutes Gregg Popovich's 'class and dignity'

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 6h

The coaches formed a bond after the Heat and Spurs faced each other in back-to-back Finals in 2013 and 2014, with each team winning once.

The coaches formed a bond after the Heat and Spurs faced each other in back-to-back Finals in 2013 and 2014, with each team winning once.

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 6h

Explore how San Antonio, Bexar County and Spurs Sports & Entertainment plan to pay for the downtown sports and entertainment district known as Project Marvel. bit.ly/4nLJnqD

Reader asks why underfunded Texas public schools are fundraising for the Alamo

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 6h

Public schools are inadequately funded, but the TEA can fundraise for the Alamo? | Opinion

Public schools are inadequately funded, but the TEA can fundraise for the Alamo?