August 11, 2026

San Antonio

News Briefs (Jan. 21): Student-run general store opens at Helotes school; SAISD set to close West Side campus; pet-focused programs start in San Antonio, Converse 

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By Edmond Ortiz Today’s rundown of San Antonio-area news briefs include the opening of a Helotes school-based general store run by agriculture students, and a San Antonio school district’s final decision to close a West Side campus. Also, Converse rolls out a program for shelter animals, and two local organizations launch a program to keep…

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San Antonio council gets updates on Project Marvel, Missions stadium plans

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By Edmond Ortiz San Antonio city staff sat with City Council Jan. 14 to brief the elected leaders on the latest developments and next steps regarding the envisioned construction of a new downtown sports and entertainment district, and the building of a new San Antonio Missions stadium. Project Marvel plans Ben Gorzell, the city’s chief…

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Milestones loom in 2026 for major developments in San Antonio area

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By Edmond Ortiz While population explosion across the San Antonio area continues, so does the growth of commercial and residential developments around the tri-county region. Below is an update on nearly 20 select residential, commercial and mixed-use projects that are in various phases of ongoing development in and around San Antonio.  The projects range from…

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Rainbow sidewalk installation on Main Avenue allowed to proceed despite legal challenge

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By Edmond Ortiz The city looks to keep installing rainbow-colored sidewalks along a segment of North Main Avenue in efforts to replace rainbow street crosswalks, whose removal were ordered by state officials. However, for some city and community leaders, controversy remains on how local officials let go any further debate around the rainbow crosswalks and…

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Business Briefs: End-year closures hit local restaurants; chain eateries open new spots 

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By Edmond Ortiz Two renowned Pearl restaurants, a longtime Live Oak comfort food spot and a near-East Side brewery/distiller are among the well-publicized closures to strike the San Antonio area culinary scene at the end of 2025. Meanwhile, several chains recently opened new local storefronts in San Antonio, Converse, Schertz and New Braunfels. Elsewhere, Tejano…

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Opposition groups prepare for legal battle vs. proposed Guajolote Ranch development

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By Edmond Ortiz Heading into 2026, opponents of a controversial residential development proposed for northwest Bexar County are gearing up for a legal fight against the massive community. What is happening Scenic Loop Helotes Creek Alliance, Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance and the city of Grey Forest plan to appeal by the end of January the…

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Bexar County, river agency to develop next-generation flood warning system 

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By Edmond Ortiz A state-of-the-art flood warning system will become a reality as a result of a partnership between the San Antonio River Authority and Bexar County. What you should know An interlocal agreement regarding the creation of a next-generation flood warning system was passed by county commissioners on Dec. 16, and by SARA board…

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