Hey San Antonio on Friday, August 14th, 2026 — the news from that day:
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Independent Bexar County DA candidate Jason Wolff faces scrutiny over signature collections
Jason Wolff previously served as Bexar County Assistant District Attorney and judge. The Bexar County Republican Party is questioning whether Independent
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This 600-square-foot San Antonio fixer-upper just hit the market for $65,000
San Antonio's real estate market has cooled in the past couple of years, and there are still deals to be had — especially if you don't mind a tight
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This hilltop mansion for sale in San Antonio has a secret grotto that lets you swim into an interior living area
A luxurious estate in the Scenic Oaks community has just hit the market for $1.3 million, offering dramatic architecture in a Texas Hill Country setting.
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Number of failing school districts in San Antonio drops from 4 to 1 in state’s newest A-F scores
Almost every local school district got a better A-F score than last year. But that didn’t eliminate the threat of potential state takeovers.
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Dallas-based sushi chain coming to San Antonio’s Pearl
Dallas-based sushi concept Nori Hand Roll Bar & Sushi will make its debut at Pearl next spring, according to officials with the downtown dining and
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San Antonio Greek hidden gem closes after 18 years
A go-to spot for Greek cuisine in San Antonio has fired up its last pita. Zorbas Greek Mediterranean Cuisine at 2110 NW Military Hwy in Castle Hills has closed after almost two decades in business.“After 18 years of serving our community, we are happy to announce that we have flipped our sign to …
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Texas schools see modest improvement in 2026 A-F ratings. Here’s how they fared
About 85% of Texas public schools earned a passing grade in the state’s latest A-F accountability ratings, while roughly one-quarter of districts and campuses scored higher than they did last year.
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20 ways stay cool in San Antonio when it’s hot AF outside
Sometimes San Antonio's summer heat feels less like weather and more like a hostile presence. When stepping outside feels like opening an oven door, it's
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Drug-resistant fungal infection draws growing concern in Texas hospitals
A drug-resistant fungus is on the rise in Texas and the U.S. In San Antonio, one hospital has implemented protocols to prevent outbreaks.
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Shrouded in the desert, the public can now visit artist James Magee’s masterwork ‘The Hill’
The artist built the structure in the late '70s, adding pieces to it to make for a more intimate experience with the observer.
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma turns slashers inside out
The horror genre really ramped up in the 1970s and ‘80s, bringing with it a new subgenre — the slasher — that gave audiences new visuals of gore, but also a reliance on sexism and homophobia that would come to define the era. The new film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma wrestles with that …
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James Talarico touts endorsement from lawyer who accused Paxton of stealing his pen
James Talarico addresses supporters at an election night watch party on March 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas. In 2014, an attorney at the Collin County
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Texas has started handing out school voucher funding. Over 20,000 students have returned the money.
Experts say this raises questions about whether the program is helping students afford private school.
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New experimental wine tasting room pours into the Hill Country
A new wine brand along the Hill Country’s 290 Wine Trail might cause some self-serious oenophiles to go into a swirl. Acquired Taste Wine is now open in Stonewall, launching new labels at a dizzying pace.
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A Wheatley High School teacher claimed his students couldn’t read or write. Then the school got an ‘A’ rating
A viral video posted on social media by a Houston ISD teacher with a controversial past has raised questions about the effectiveness of a state takeover, broader literacy trends and educator decorum.
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Grassroots groups accuse San Antonio council members of voter suppression over Spurs arena deal
Longtime activist Graciela Sanchez speaks at Friday's news conference on the steps of City Hall. During a spirited Friday press conference, activists
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Many Iranians are heading to Turkey to escape the ongoing war's heavy toll
Iranians visiting the city of Van, Turkey, near the Iranian border say how expensive and difficult life back home is.
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Democrats grapple with Trump's push to limit transparency within the executive branch
President Trump is pushing the boundaries of executive power to limit transparency within the executive branch. Congressional Democrats are grappling with how to respond.
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Judge knocks down a National Firearms Act provision, handing win to gun rights groups
A federal judge's decision out of Texas has major implications for the National Firearms Act, lifting regulations on certain guns and suppressors in more than a dozen states.
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Why some companies are paying more than $1 million to get through the Panama Canal
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, pressure on the Panama Canal has increased. And combined with lower water levels, transit prices through the canal are soaring.
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In 'The Wrong Girls,' Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat play messy stoner BFFs
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Dylan Meyer about her directorial debut, The Wrong Girls and the value of seeing women being silly and making dubious decisions onscreen.
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Texas Matters: Home insurance costs skyrocket and Texas juvenile justice problems persist
Texas home insurance costs are skyrocketing and becoming a barrier for housing affordability. Rising insurance costs disproportionately burden low- and moderate-income families, erode homeownership stability and weaken communities. And how the Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s five state secure …
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Mike D’Antoni, who coached the Houston Rockets to new heights, to join Naismith Hall of Fame
The mind behind "seven seconds or less" revolutionized NBA basketball with a style that teams have either sought to replicate — or adapt to.
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Should the U.S. have a mandatory retirement age?
Older workers are delaying retirement more and more. But it's causing younger workers to wonder if they're missing out on job advancement because senior roles aren't opening up. Is this true?
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Remembering Zhu Rongji, the architect of China's modern economy
The staggering pace of China's economic growth these past four decades has been historic. The chief architect of the financial reforms that made way for that growth died on Wednesday at age 97.
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Ariana Grande's 'Petal' goes to No. 1 on the charts
NPR Music's Stephen Thompson reports on the commercial performance of the pop star's latest hit.
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A week of rain displaces thousands in Midwest floods
Evacuations orders continue to be issued in Ohio following days of rain that has washed out roads and caused widespread flooding across Indiana and Illinois, too.
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No privacy, little downtime: Life aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln
Almost 5,000 sailors have spent months aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. As another carrier heads to relieve them, a former pilot takes us inside life on the ship.
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Paper Tiger’s Pulga Market puts a punk spin on an age-old tradition
Paper Tiger's Pulga Market launched late last year after a trip by the organizer to Mexico City. It's become increasingly difficult for small-business
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Where to shop: 6 San Antonio stops for head-turning vintage style
Amazon may be convenient, and La Cantera might work for designer duds, but when it comes to creating a head-turning fit, you’ll need to turn to vintage. Selling everything from psychedelic rompers to cult labels to ironic t-shirts, these six San Antonio shops aren’t just budget-friendly. They’re …
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Lawsuit seeks to stop Big Bend border wall construction
Excavation and bulldozing equipment as seen through vegetation near the Santa Elena Canyon trailhead parking lot and next to Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive in
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Hundreds of Monkey’s Brain sea beans wash ashore in Texas
The curious-looking beans travel thousands of miles on the ocean currents.
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HUD wants to overhaul a homelessness response program. Some Texas communities are worried
A federal judge recently blocked a second attempt by the Trump administration to overhaul a homeless response program that critics say would put over 5,000 Texans at risk for reentering homelessness.
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Today on Texas Standard: Mike D’Antoni talks NBA coaching career ahead of Hall of Fame induction
Former Houston Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni is joining the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame after a career that helped reshape NBA offense. His fast-paced system influenced a generation of teams, while his Rockets tenure paired that philosophy with James Harden and produced a franchise-record …
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2 San Antonio-area restaurants make NY Times 'greatest Mexican' list
The New York Times included four Texas restaurants on its list of “41 of the Greatest Mexican Restaurants Across the United States.” Published Thursday, August 13, the Texas restaurants on the list are:
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Federal judge extends pause on border wall construction at South Texas wildlife refuge
The levee is seen at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Alamo, Texas on July 8, 2026. The current proposed border wall would replace the levee with a
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U.S. Senate hopeful Ken Paxton still hasn’t accepted invitation to debate rival James Talarico
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton speaks at a conservative conference. Despite telling reporters he's willing to debate Democrat James Talarico,
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Who’s running in the midterm elections? Meet the candidates in our 2026 Voter Guide.
The battle for the House runs through swingy South Texas, with two San Antonio-area districts projected to see as much as $30 million spent.
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This is what it takes to live comfortably in Texas in 2026
A new national report looking at the income it takes to live comfortably in each of the 50 states has revealed Texans need to earn slightly less now than a year ago.
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Is there a summer COVID-19 surge this year? Yep, it's ramping up again
Just like all previous summers since the pandemic began, COVID-19 cases are ticking up again, even while other health threats make more headlines.
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We learned 5 important things about the economy this week
From inflation, to credit card debt, to who's actually doing the spending: These are key takeaways from this week in economic news.
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FDA fast-tracks treatment for New World screwworm in dogs and puppies
The Texas agriculture commissioner supports the move by the federal agency.
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Texas regulators prepare fraud case against TEXITcoin as founder denies wrongdoing
Take the mania of cryptocurrency and mix in the vibe of the Texas Nationalist Movement and you get TEXITcoin. It’s a blockchain digital currency that has run into trouble with the law. On Monday the Texas State Securities Board will present its fraud enforcement case against TEXITcoin.
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With a brand-new building and renovated ‘Sunflower Cafe,’ SAISD’s largest elementary school reopens
Schenck Elementary in Highland Hills sat empty for two years, save for busy construction crews. But the “owls” have flown back to the nest.
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Fronteras: The Latino Community Foundation expands support in Texas as immigration enforcement ramps up
The California-based organization has granted $350,000 to ten organizations in the Southwest to support them with legal defense, community protection, and rapid response.
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At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work
A coalition of landowners, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners that say any work in Big Bend National Park would forever change the place often called "Texas' gift to the nation."