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Scattering of storms this afternoon, with an unsettled weather pattern next several days
A few showers and storms are popping up around San Antonio, potentially impacting parts of the evening commute. Added cloud cover will keep temps in the lower-90s Yesterday’s rainfall wasn’t much, but nice to see nonetheless. We’re seeing a similar setup today, with the one difference being the movement of the storms. As our our low moves west, expect any showers and storms to approach from the southeast verses the northeast. If you do see rain, expect a brief, heavy downpour with lightning and thunder. This is possible, especially during the afternoon & evening commute. Temperatures reach the low-90s this afternoon, with plenty of humidity.
UTSA, Tec de Monterrey welcome inaugural students to binational cyber program
AUGUST 27, 2024 — One master’s program. Two universities. Two countries. Two degrees. Students from UTSA and Tecnológico de Monterrey (Tec de Monterrey) in Mexico are swapping campuses, as the two universities jointly launch a unique new degree program this fall. The collaborative program offers students the...
New programs at UTSA to help students engage in meaningful conversation
AUGUST 27, 2024 — As part of its ongoing commitment to free speech and civil discourse, UTSA is implementing new strategies to further create an environment where constructive and meaningful dialogue can thrive despite differing viewpoints. The university is increasing its efforts to educate students about respectful discourse through...
A Mark of Excellence: The Legacy of Belinda Bustos Flores
One of the most revered and influential leaders in education and bicultural-bilingual studies almost pursued the medical field before she found her true calling in the classroom. With almost 45 years working in education and 30 of those years being with the College of Education and Human Development at UTSA,...
Bobcats defeat Incarnate Word in shutout victory
Texas State defeated the Incarnate Word Cardinals 4-0 to pull off a sweep of the San Antonio schools following the Bobcats win over rival UTSA on Thursday. Behind two goals from junior midfielder Mady Soumare, a goal and assist from senior forward Zoe Junior and a penalty kick from freshman forward Sydney Bassa, the Bobcats improved their overall record to 2-1 of the season. “It means a lot,” Junior said. “Starting off strong is really important to our program. We are trying to make a statement this year.” Head Coach Steve Holman was proud of his team on how both sides of the...
Reagan Rattlers predicted to win District 27-6A behind talent of RB Cole Pryor
SAN ANTONIO – Armed with one of the best running backs in San Antonio in Cole Pryor, the Reagan Rattlers expect big things this season. Reagan went 11-1 last season with a perfect 8-0 in District 28-6A. The Rattlers advanced to the second round of the UIL playoffs and will lean on that extra experience as they look to go farther than that.
'My heart just sank' | Thieves target local Pokémon card shop, take off with an estimated $15,000 worth of merchandise
SAN ANTONIO — One local trade card shop was targeted by a pair of thieves early Saturday morning. The owner claims they took off with an estimated $15,000 worth of Pokémon cards. It happened at TCG Exchange at BesTea Café located off Babcock Road on the northwest side....
Conversation about bike safety speeding up in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – It’s a conversation picking up speed in San Antonio: bike safety. Just two weeks ago, a 63-year-old woman riding her bike was hit and killed by a vehicle on the city’s South Side. And then, just days later, on the west side, a cyclist...
UTSA, UT Health San Antonio will become one institution ‘greater than the sum of its parts’
The Board of Regents for the University of Texas System voted on Thursday to merge the University of Texas at San Antonio and UT Health San Antonio by 2025. UTSA President Taylor Eighmy will lead the newly combined university. “It is time to marshal the talent, size and scale of...
UT System approves UTSA’s plans to purchase 18-story downtown office building
SAN ANTONIO – The UT System Board of Regents has approved the University of Texas at San Antonio’s plans to purchase the One Riverwalk Place building downtown. UTSA signed a letter of intent to purchase the 18-story office building in early August to further expand its presence downtown.
San Antonio woman battling kidney failure seeks return for sentimental blanket after losing it in Houston
HOUSTON – A San Antonio woman battling kidney failure is pleading for the return of a cherished item lost during a recent trip in Houston. Samantha Martinez, who returned to Texas earlier this month after a long flight home from Spain, accidentally left a sentimental blanket at a McDonald, located at 255 Greens Rd., in north Houston.
Community leaders break ground on affordable housing project in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – Community leaders broke ground Monday on an affordable housing project near downtown San Antonio. Four25 San Pedro Apartments will have 80 units available to rent for individuals or families earning at or below 60% of the area median income, which amounts to an annual income of about $47,800 or less for a family of three.
Landlords' debts left hundreds without water; SAWS defends policy
SAN ANTONIO — Recently obtained records revealed new details about the San Antonio Water System’s controversial decision to shut off water at apartment complexes across the city back in June. The move drew swift reactions from council members who are now challenging how the publicly-owned utility handles delinquent...
Call KENS: A glass contractor took nearly $2,500 and never came back
SAN ANTONIO — April Schummer paid Joe Munoz with San Antonio 24 Hour Glass for multiple glass panels as well as a countertop in April. The contractor came out to her home twice and collected a total of $2,471.79. Three months later, Munoz still hadn’t shown up with the...
VIA providing low-cost rides to UTSA football home games at Alamodome this season
SAN ANTONIO – Football fans who need a ride to UTSA home games at the Alamodome can use the VIA Metropolitan Transit beginning Saturday. VIA will provide service from the Crossroads Park & Ride, which is located at 151 Crossroads Boulevard. Return service will also be provided after the...
Run Ken Run: man runs from Washington D.C. to San Antonio, raises money for family program
SAN ANTONIO - A San Antonio man is on a running mission to raise awareness about a new program working to keep families together. To do it, he's running from Washington D.C. to San Antonio!. Kenneth Anderlitch, who works with Haven for Hope has trained for this trek. He plans...
Grade the trade: Spurs add explosive scorer in risky proposal deal with the Suns
The San Antonio Spurs' roster is seemingly set ahead of training camp and the preseason. They will have to whittle their roster from there, with 21 players under contract, 15 NBA roster spots, and three three-way spots that are already accounted for. Still, no matter who makes the final roster, the Spurs figure to be much better in 2024–25. That is because Victor Wembanyama is likely to take a big step forward with the addition of Chris Paul, as is Devil Vassell.
Tentative contract for firefighters and first responders addresses change in drug testing
SAN ANTONIO — After back-and-forth discussions San Antonio firefighters have a tentative contract with the city and it includes a compromise on drug testing. “It was definitely a marathon session [on Friday],” President of the San Antonio Professional Firefighters Association Joe Jones said. Among the several topics being...
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