Hey San Antonio on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026 — the news from that day:
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Fresh jalapeños recalled due to salmonella outbreak in 27 states, including Texas
Digesting the jalapeños could lead to serious illness.
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'Slow down, you move too fast' — SAMA wants visitors to savor art
San Antonio Museum of Art has a program meeting twice a month to encourage art lovers to not be in such a rush.
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The Classic Theatre tackles Anton Chekhov's 'The Seagull'
The famous Russian playwright's "The Seagull" is the Classic Theatre's next production.
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Tim Hortons finally debuts first San Antonio location
A massive Canadian doughnut and coffee chain named for an NHL legend has netted its first San Antonio location. After months of anticipation, Tim Hortons is now open in Redland Plaza at 2919 N. Loop 1604 E. The chain is nearly ubiquitous in its home country, where it is even more prevalent than …
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San Antonio ISD says it will continue providing free breakfast, lunch to all students
A child grabs lunch in a public school cafeteria. San Antonio Independent School District will continue to provide free lunches and breakfasts to all
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Bexar County Sheriff tries to quell fears about department’s use of Flock surveillance
Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar speaks during a public safety town hall hosted by Councilwoman Misty Spears. During a Tuesday night town hall, Bexar
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One year and $3M grant later, Bexar County sheriff still waiting on his helicopter
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is restarting its $3 million anti-gang helicopter purchase after an administrative delay caused the original contract to expire.
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James Talarico accused Ken Paxton of voter fraud. His own voter registration is raising questions.
State Rep. James Talarico accused his U.S. Senate opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, of voter fraud after a ProPublica-Texas Tribune report.
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San Antonio library presenting ‘Death Planning Through Collage’ workshop
People with an artistic bent and an eye on their own mortality may want to take note of a new library workshop. File this one somewhere between “What in
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San Antonio Rodeo wins seat at planning table but future of grounds, arena depend on licensing agreement
County commissioners approved an agreement with the San Antonio Rodeo that invites rodeo representatives into the planning process.
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Mayor Jones to host 3 listening sessions about citywide vote on San Antonio Spurs arena
San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones sports a Spurs jacket during the Spurs' most recent playoff run. Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones on Wednesday unveiled plans for
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Bobby Pulido hosting concert with San Antonio’s Vanita Leo and special guests Gina Hinojosa and James Talarico
From left to right: Congressional candidate Bobby Pulido, cumbia artist Vanita Leo, gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa and U.S. Senate candidate James
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McNay Art Museum presents LOVEfest with screening of acclaimed film Paris is Burning
The 1990 documentary Paris Is Burning chronicles the diverse ball culture of New York City. The McNay Art Museum's LOVEfest event this Saturday is a
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New San Antonio exhibit traces ancient beauty ideals
Amidst ongoing pop culture conversations of Ariana Grande’s thin frame and other slimmed-down celebs, the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) is taking a look at how aesthetic standards have shifted over time and place. “Ancient Beauty and Body Art from Four Continents,” a new exhibit exploring the …
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San Antonio's 'People's Hearing' highlights the human and financial costs of federal immigration enforcement
Civil rights advocates, elected officials and families gathered at Our Lady of the Lake University to document the impact of federal immigration enforcement on San Antonio communities.
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Live Music in San Antonio This Week: George Porter Jr., Angel White, Sawyer Brown, Steve Earle
Dallas singer-songwriter Angel White plays the Gunter Hotel this Saturday. This week's live music calendar spans nearly every corner of the musical map,
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More than 140 businesses ask Texas Republicans to halt Big Bend border wall construction
While unauthorized border crossings have dropped dramatically in the past two years, the Trump administration is moving forward with the border wall
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4 new restaurants to open in San Antonio's Park North
The anticipated Taroko Sports baseball facility is not the only business stepping up to the plate at San Antonio’s Park North. The bustling 842 NW Loop 410 shopping center says four new restaurants will debut in the upcoming months.In a release, new owners Dhanani Private Equity Group revealed …
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National Democrats add former GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales’ district to Texas congressional target list
From left: Katy Padilla Stout and Brandon Herrera, Democratic and Republican candidates for the U.S. House in Texas' 23rd Congressional District.
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SeaWorld San Antonio gets 7 more beluga whales rescued from Canadian marine park
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more rescued beluga whales from Marineland of Canada, bringing the park’s total beluga population to 17.
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San Antonio’s La Panadería Bakery violated child labor laws, feds say
La Panaderia Bakery Cafe said the company has already addressed the Labor Department's complaints, which stem from 2024. Three of San Antonio-based La
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Sweet Tooth Crawl unites 16 San Antonio bakeries
San Antonians who have a cheat day coming might want to schedule it for August 8. 16 local shops are carb-loading in preparation for the first Sweet Tooth Crawl, a sugary romp through some of Alamo City’s best bakeries and dessert pop-ups.
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Rescued beluga whales settling into new home at SeaWorld San Antonio after international rescue
Rescued beluga whales Frankie and Bertie Botts are settling into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio, where trainers say the pair have exceeded expectations.
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Data centers use lots of water and power, but Texas officials don't know exactly how much
As more and more data center developers submit proposals to build in Texas, questions about how they will impact Texas' grid and contribute to drought conditions across the state are widespread.
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Celebrate Dyslexia streamlines teacher training with San Antonio universities, public schools
San Antonio-based Celebrate Dyslexia can now partner directly with school districts and universities to train dyslexia practitioners.
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The Midweek #75: Trust the City Manager and Team to Balance the …
San Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh returned this week from an annual meeting of city managers in Philadelphia. What did he learn there? “I learned we are no…