Hey San Antonio Archive

Hey San Antonio on Monday, August 3rd, 2026 — the news from that day:

  1. Data center approvals in Texas halted until audits completed, Gov. Greg Abbott says

    Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Public Utility Commission of Texas and ERCOT to audit all data centers wanting to connect to the state’s power grid.

  2. Joe Rogan begs Texas not to turn blue

    Joe Rogan is freaked out about the prospect of turning Texas blue. Last week, Austin podcaster Joe Rogan begged voters not to turn Texas blue this

  3. The Institute of Texan Cultures celebrates 'Puro Conjunto' with a new exhibit

    The ITC has opened a look back at the origins of conjunto music to help explain the genre's staying power.

  4. Federal relief for Kerrville's second round of flooding slowed

    Assistant Kerrville City Manager Michael Hornes urges patience among flood victims seeking support.

  5. Study: San Antonio metro ranks as one of nation’s best real estate markets for homebuyers

    Homes in San Antonio also spend a median of 86 days on the market, giving buyers plenty of time to negotiate. The San Antonio metro's real-estate market

  6. 5 new bars shaking up San Antonio nightlife this summer

    Folks in the U.S. may be drinking less booze, but San Antonio bar owners are still betting that the city likes to party. This summer, five new bars have entered the chat, ranging from a Nashville-esque party bar to a surprisingly chic cocktail lounge at a longtime dive.Thursty Turtle Below the …

  7. Methodist Healthcare acquires 18 urgent care clinics in San Antonio

    Methodist Healthcare System announced it has acquired 18 Texas MedClinic urgent care clinics in San Antonio.

  8. Following ban, Texas hemp reps sue state for violating commerce protections

    Various Delta 8 THC products at a Valero station on Feb. 9, 2023 in Spring Branch. Three members of the hemp industry are suing the state of Texas for

  9. South Texas country artist Charley Crockett disses celebs who stand against data centers

    Charley Crockett, who hails from the Rio Grande Valley, is caught up in another Instagram controversy. South Texas alt-country artist Charley Crockett

  10. San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones wants city taxpayers to have vote on Project Marvel

    San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones speaks to reporters after a recent town hall. San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is calling for a citywide vote on

  11. The Current to celebrate what’s great about the city with annual Best of San Antonio party

    San Antonio native singer-songwriter Nicky Diamonds will provide entertainment for the evening, supported by sets from DJ Catwalk and others. The San

  12. Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections

    Don Huffines, Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller, speaks during the 2026 Texas State Republican Convention stand for the Pledge of Allegiance and

  13. Assclown Alert: Pretending to feel Texas voters’ economic pain with Gov. Greg Abbott

    After years of neglecting working-class constituents, Abbott suddenly cares about affordability. That couldn't have anything to do with the election polls, could it?

  14. Cornyn reaches deal to scrap DOJ anti-weaponization fund, ending Blanche standoff

    U.S. Sen. John Cornyn speaks to reporters in the wake of President Donald Trump saying he may temporarily drop the nomination of Todd Blanche to be U.S.

  15. Slim Chickens eyes first New Braunfels restaurant

    Texas’ hottest zip code might soon be ground zero for America’s ever-escalating chicken tender wars. Fast-casual chain Slim Chickens is transforming a former Arby’s at 1395 I-H 35 N. Frontage Rd. into its first New Braunfels location.Slim Chickens is known for its hand-breaded chicken tenders …

  16. Waterskiing squirrel escapes during show at San Antonio Mall

    Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel puts on a show during an expo in Ohio. People gathered at San Antonio's Ingram Park Mall to watch a waterskiing squirrel

  17. Does your kids’ school require mesh or clear backpacks? Here’s what to know.

    Clear backpacks in schools can make communities feel safer, but experts say it’s not the best way to prevent school-based violence.