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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Alex Stein visit sparks response from Right to Rebel

Alex Stein visit sparks response from Right to Rebel

Khoi Nguyen, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, the Socialist Student Alliance (SSA), now known as Right to Rebel, organized outside of Denman Ballroom in protest of Alex Stein, a right-wing comedian who was set to perform inside....

Council term limits shift as election races heat up

Council term limits shift as election races heat up

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor November 26, 2024

Among the local policies on the Nov. 5 ballot, one measure was the proposal to change the term limits for City Council members from two and four years to a new system. The goal of this change is to provide...

Crime log 11/14-11/22

Crime log 11/14-11/22

Jasmine Williams, Copyediting Coordinator November 26, 2024

In compliance with the Clery Act, UTSA keeps a daily crime log for all on-campus crimes. The log summarizes the case’s date, time, location, incident and current status. The crimes detailed below are...

Gov. Greg Abbott’s Tuition Freeze

Gov. Greg Abbott’s Tuition Freeze

Maria Wence, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

On Nov. 13, Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas public colleges and universities will not increase their tuition until the year 2027. Abbott attributes this decision to the “significant rising...

UTSA receives $2 million grant from USAA

UTSA receives $2 million grant from USAA

Luna Infante, Interim Marketing Manager November 26, 2024

On Nov. 19, UTSA received a $2 million grant from USAA for a new tech college and the Be Bold campaign. This gift was awarded to support students pursuing degrees in artificial intelligence (AI), cyber,...

Texas lawmakers file 1,500 bills for 2025 session

Texas lawmakers file 1,500 bills for 2025 session

Christopher Delgado, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

The first filing period for the 2025 session shattered records as Texas lawmakers filed 1,500 bills for the upcoming session. The rapid filing does not constitute a higher priority within the session;...

Keep the Bible in Sunday school

Keep the Bible in Sunday school

Editorial Board November 26, 2024

In a clear and blatant violation of the First Amendment; the State Board of Education has decided that Texas’ public schools need some Jesus. In an 8-7 vote, the approval of Bluebonnet Learning would...

Talk of new Spurs arena in ‘Project Marvel’

Talk of new Spurs arena in ‘Project Marvel’

Matthew Moses, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

At the city council meeting on Nov. 21, Assistant City Manager Lori Houston unveiled “Project Marvel,” a multi-billion-dollar reimagining of downtown with plans to transform the city's sports and convention...

State of the City: Week of 11/19

State of the City: Week of 11/19

Alejandra Garza, Distribution Manager November 19, 2024

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...

San Antonio receives its first Michelin star, along with other recognitions

San Antonio receives its first Michelin star, along with other recognitions

Laynie Clark, News Editor November 19, 2024

The Michelin Guide has made its way to Texas for the first time ever, leaving several awards and recognitions in its wake. All of the major Texas cities took home awards, including San Antonio. Michelin...

Suzanne Simpson update, more evidence against Brad

Suzanne Simpson update, more evidence against Brad

Maria Wence, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

With the ongoing case of Suzanne Simpson, more evidence continues to be discovered against her husband Brad Simpson. Since Oct. 6, the night of Suzanne’s disappearance, the police have been unable to...

Another bathroom bill

Another bathroom bill

Tyler Hirata, Contributor November 19, 2024

The San Antonio mayoral election is picking up steam as voting will begin on May 3, 2025. With San Antonio’s current mayor, Ron Nirenberg, reaching his term limit, there will be no mayoral incumbent...

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