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State of the City: Week of 11/21

State of the City: Week of 11/21

Kaitlyn J. Grace, Staff Writer November 21, 2023

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...

President Eighmy releases budget updates regarding 88th Texas Legislature

President Eighmy releases budget updates regarding 88th Texas Legislature

Jessica McLaren, News Editor June 25, 2023

Earlier this week, President Eighmy provided a series of budget updates for the 2024-25 biennium based on the outcomes of the 88th Texas Legislature, particularly HB1. This year’s legislative session,...

Dangerous heat wave whips through Texas and Southern U.S.

Dangerous heat wave whips through Texas and Southern U.S.

Nicholas Kingman, Contributor June 25, 2023

The long days of summer are upon us and Texas’ signature climate of subtropical humidity is in full swing. A historic heat wave has splashed its might over the Lone Star State, causing temperatures to...

State of the City — Week of 4/25

State of the City — Week of 4/25

Gauri Raje, News Editor April 25, 2023

  Education: On Friday, April 21, students at the IDEA Harvey E. Najim school, joined by parents, walked out of class to participate in a protest for teachers. KENS5 reported that, according...

State of the City — Week of 4/18

State of the City — Week of 4/18

Gauri Raje, News Editor April 18, 2023

Weather Following storms Friday night, mysanantonio.com reports that there is a probability the city will experience rain again on Tuesday, April 18. The “potential” for rain will continue through...

Digital flood map aids public awareness to flood risks

Digital flood map aids public awareness to flood risks

Mason Hickok, Editor-in-Chief April 11, 2023

A digital floodplain viewer launched by the San Antonio River Authority (SARA) in January allows the public to view updated rainfall data and the waterways in and around the San Antonio metropolitan area.  The...

Justice charter placed on May 6 ballot

Justice charter placed on May 6 ballot

Mia Lynn, Contributor April 11, 2023

Proposition A, which would decriminalize abortion and low-level marijuana offenses, will be on the ballot in the upcoming San Antonio municipal elections. In addition to decriminalizing abortion and marijuana,...

State of the City — Week of 4/11

State of the City — Week of 4/11

Amber Serio, Staff Writer April 11, 2023

Misc: San Antonio City Council approved a $2.5 million plan to fund a park that will be located adjacent to the Hays Street Bridge. On Thursday, April 6, it became official that the long-anticipated...

‘The March of Us’ commemorates Trans Day of Visibility

‘The March of Us’ commemorates Trans Day of Visibility

Kara Lee, Graphic Designer April 4, 2023

  Unfiltered Wings and The J Pan Project organized San Antonio’s first ‘The March of Us’ on Friday, March 31 — which was Transgender Day of Visibility. The march was also promoted by...

State of the City – 4/4

State of the City – 4/4

Lauren Hernandez, Staff Writer April 4, 2023

Misc: On March 31, San Antonio portrait artist Angel Rodriguez-Díaz died at age 67. Rodriguez-Díaz used his portraits to reflect on cultural, political and social issues. His artworks have been featured...

Voting information you need to know

Voting information you need to know

Riley Carroll, Arts & Life Editor April 4, 2023

Roadrunners, have you registered to vote for the Bexar County municipal elections? Here is what you need to know about the upcoming voter registration deadlines. What elections are coming up? What will...

Annual march commemorates legacy of revered activist Cesar E.Chavez

Annual march commemorates legacy of revered activist Cesar E.Chavez

Laynie Clark, Managing Editor March 28, 2023

The annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice celebrates Chavez’s “Si Se Puede Spirit” and the importance of coming together to overcome the injustices and inequalities in the community. Hosted...

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