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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

Leo XIV makes history as the first American-born pope

Leo XIV makes history as the first American-born pope

Marisela Cruz, Assistant News Editor May 9, 2025

The conclave began on May 7 and concluded today with Cardinal Robert Prevost’s election as pope after four ballots. Prevost is the first American-born elected to the papacy.  He has taken the name Leo...

Professor arrested for possession of child pornography.

Professor arrested for possession of child pornography.

Alejandra Garza, Staff Writer May 1, 2025

Dr. Zaid Haddad, an assistant lecturer of interdisciplinary studies and curriculum, was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday afternoon at the UTSA Main Campus. A post published...

The team members from left to right: Dante Deluna Rodriguez, Diana Guzman, Ada Jaramillo and Sophia Cavanaugh.

Engineers Design Affordable Pediatric Wheelchair for Kids

Marisela Cruz, Assistant News Editor April 29, 2025

Four UTSA senior biomedical engineers developed an affordable and accessible wheelchair for young children. They will showcase their completed project this Thursday at the Tech Symposium. The event is...

Updated Brad Simpson Trial

Updated Brad Simpson Trial

Maria Wence, Multimedia Staff April 29, 2025

Brad Simpson’s trial is ongoing, as more evidence is still being found and built against Brad. He currently faces three felony charges, including unlawful restraint, tampering with evidence, possessing...

School choice bill moves forward to be signed into law

School choice bill moves forward to be signed into law

Alejandra Garza, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

The Texas House decided to move forward with Senate Bill 2. SB 2 allows a $1 billion proposal to help families fund their children’s private school tuition through taxpayer dollars. Before the passage...

Crime log 4/20-4/26

Crime log 4/20-4/26

Audrey Villar, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

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...

State of the City: Week of 4/29

State of the City: Week of 4/29

Audrey Villar, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

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...

Real ID deadline approaches

Real ID deadline approaches

Khoi Nguyen, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

After years of delay, the federal government will begin enforcing the Real ID Act starting May 7. Non-Real ID-compliant forms of identification will no longer be accepted by federal agencies, including...

Trump denies court orders

Trump denies court orders

Henry Holmes, Contributor April 29, 2025

A federal court in Washington, D.C. ruled there is probable cause to hold President Donald Trump in criminal contempt of court, and the court can pursue the prosecution of officials it finds in contempt....

President of Centro San Antonio, Trish DeBerry enhanced security at Fiesta using AI security cameras, bag checks, as well as larger police presences monitoring the festivities at Fiesta.

Fiesta 2025 Tightens Security With AI, Bag Checks and More

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 29, 2025

Fiesta season is officially here in San Antonio, and this year’s 11-day celebration brings increased security measures and the integration of new technology aimed at keeping attendees safe. Fiesta...

Rev Gustavo Garcia-Siller of San Fernando's Cathedral located in downtown San Antonio takes a moment to mourn Pope Francis' death.

Local and international Catholics mourn Pope Francis

Marisela Cruz, Assistant News Editor April 29, 2025

His final resting place is in Vatican City. A funeral took place for him this past Saturday at Saint Peter’s Basilica. CNN, PBS and NBC broadcast the live event. Following the funeral, a nine-day...

Harvard v Trump – White House cancels billions in university grants

Harvard v Trump – White House cancels billions in university grants

Henry Holmes, Contributor April 28, 2025

Institutions of higher education in the U.S. have become the most recent target of President Donald Trump’s administration. Beginning in late March, the White House has frozen $5.345 billion in grants...

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