San Antonio News

Students and organizers accuse UTSA of banning the use of certain words, including 'Israel.' School administrators dispute those claims.

By Michael Karlis

May 1, 2024

The University of Texas at San Antonio has been the site pro-Palestinian protests over recent weeks as student activists demand the administration divest from companies doing business with the Israeli government. Although UTSA's demonstrations have remained overwhelmingly peaceful, activists told the Current that an unidentified administrator warned students and organizers from the Party for Socialism and Liberation ahead of the campus' Wednesday, April 24, protest that the school wouldn't tolerate so-called "hate speech" under any circumstances...

Around 150 protesters marched through UTSA's campus last week to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Man with 'Edgar' haircut spotted swimming laps in San Antonio River

'Now he got 20 arms and 10 legs,' one person commented on the clip.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 30, 2024
Alleged Market Square Fiesta shooter was out on $35,000 bond

The suspect's mother has launched a GoFundMe to help cover funeral costs.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 30, 2024
San Antonio facility wins $17 million military contract to study traumatic brain injury

A consortium at the University of Texas Health Science Center will study ways to treat military personnel and vets affected by trauma and related psychological wounds.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 30, 2024
San Antonio police ID deceased Market Square shooting suspects

SAPD Chief William McManus said Fiesta attendees can expect bag checks at Market Square next year.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 29, 2024
2 dead, 4 hurt in shooting at San Antonio's Market Square

The incident took place early Sunday morning as Fiesta was winding down.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 28, 2024
Police detective from San Antonio suburb dismissed after domestic abuse charge

Alvaro Ramirez III was arrested by Bexar County deputies on a misdemeanor family violence charge.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 26, 2024
San Antonio City Council looks to ramp up protections for wild peacocks

Councilwoman Gavito proposed the measure after Medical Center-area residents complained about a neighbor attempting to remove wild peacocks.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 26, 2024
San Antonio Zoo named best in Texas for third consecutive year

The recognition from the Texas Travel Awards follows a string of big projects and announcements from the facility.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 26, 2024
Judge tosses anti-abortion groups' suit against San Antonio's Reproductive Justice Fund

San Antonio's city attorney said the suit was premature because council hasn't yet determined how the fund will be spent.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 26, 2024
DeLorean Motors Reimagined, Brandon Herrera: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

A story about San Antonians trolling the city for its online guidance on how to access one of Fiesta's most popular events also got a lot of attention.

By San Antonio Current Staff
Apr 25, 2024
Online cockup exposes San Antonio Magazine site visitors to full-frontal nudity

An event touting the World Naked Bike ride and featuring both a man and woman baring all was on the mag's site since late last year.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 25, 2024
Protesters say UTSA restricted their speech at march calling for Gaza ceasefire

The protest remained peaceful despite organizers saying UTSA administrators told them certain chants and words were off limits.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 24, 2024
San Antonio startup DeLorean says it's still in operation despite quietly moving offices

The electric vehicle company's CEO said it moved offices to be in a 'more centralized location' and disconnected its phone lines because 'no one used them.'

By Michael Karlis
Apr 24, 2024
ERCOT warns it may delay CPS Energy from closing gas-fueled power units

The grid operator said the plan by San Antonio's city-owned utility could have 'material impact' on the ability to supply power statewide.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 23, 2024
Here's how San Antonio's congressional delegation voted on Israel, Ukraine aid

U.S. Reps. Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar said sending additional aid to Israel would further worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 22, 2024
San Antonio-based DeLorean Motors Reimagined has shuttered its headquarters

The move comes after the company failed to meet hiring goals needed to secure incentives from city and county officials.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 22, 2024
Two Bexar County Jail inmates died in two days, both of apparent medical issues

Last year, at least 24 people died while in custody of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office.

By Sanford Nowlin
Apr 22, 2024
South Texas congressional candidate raffles off firearm to raise money

Trailing U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales in campaign funds, political novice Brandon 'AK Guy' Herrera unveiled a raffle for a replica of a Romanian RPK rifle.

By Michael Karlis
Apr 19, 2024
Spurs Arena, John Hagee: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week

Stories about the mayoral race and Fiesta also got plenty of reader attention.

By San Antonio Current Staff
Apr 19, 2024
Bad Takes: It's time for all of us to take potential environmental calamity seriously

Elected officials, including those in San Antonio, must pay attention to the air quality and climate threats faced by their constituents.

By Kevin Sanchez
Apr 19, 2024