Not subscribed to local news but still want to stay up-to-date on the happenings around town? Look no further. Highlighting notable stories from external San Antonio news sources, State of the City summarizes the most captivating news headlines of the week. This week’s topics range from the 2027 city budget survey to Waymo expanding through San Antonio and the James Beard Award finalists.
San Antonio Fiscal Year 2027 Budget priorities survey open
The City of San Antonio released an online survey to ask residents their top four priorities for the 2027 Fiscal Year, which is set to be adopted on Sept. 18. The survey is available in English and Spanish and will close May 1 at 5 p.m. CST. Budget survey cards are also available to be picked up and dropped off at city facilities, including council district offices, libraries, senior centers and community centers. The survey can be taken on the city’s website: saspeakup.com. A “budget goal setting session” is set for May 22.
Waymo expands coverage to San Antonio International Airport
After expanding to San Antonio in February, the fully-autonomous vehicle company Waymo will now include rides to and from the San Antonio International Airport. Drop-offs are expected to be available at the terminals, with pickups at the rideshare areas. According to a Waymo spokesperson, the company is Texas’first provider of fully autonomous airport transportation. The vehicles serve more than 60 square miles across downtown, the Arena District, Terrell Hills and Dellview.
James Beard Award Finalists in San Antonio
Two San Antonio based finalists are nominated for the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards. Michelin-star Mexican restaurant Mixtli has been nominated for the Outstanding Restaurant award. Tavel Bristol-Joseph of Micosi Dessert Bar is nominated for the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker award. The two finalists are among six San Antonian semifinalists who advanced earlier this year. Winners will be announced June 15 at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony.
