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Get Chilled And Thrilled With These 4 Haunted Bridges In Texas
If you're the type of person who loves a good spine-tingling tale, Texas has you covered. Some of the most haunted bridges around are located in the Lone Star State. Each one of these bridges comes with its eerie legend and ghostly sightings that have been talked about for years.
Amid Homelessness Crisis, San Antonio Contemplates Humanitarian Response Over Criminalization
As city officials grapple with a growing homelessness crisis, a recent Supreme Court decision has sparked debate on how best to address the issue. According to a San Antonio Report, homelessness numbers have reached new heights due to climbing rents and a shortage of affordable housing. The Supreme Court ruling in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson now allows for more aggressive measures by local authorities against the homeless, raising concerns over the consequences of such actions.
Opportunity Home San Antonio faces maintenance backlog
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio’s West Side molded Jeannette Rico. “I was a normal kid running around the West Side with no shoes on,” Rico said. “Or going down to the creek, trying to get turtles. You know that’s the West Side tradition.”. She grew...
Joe Biden drops out, endorses Kamala Harris: Central Texas leaders react
AUSTIN, Texas - President Joe Biden has dropped out of the race for the White House and has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the Democratic presidential nominee. Biden shared the news on social media on Sunday. His decision follows a lackluster debate performance...
Residents concerned as SAWS says it will cut off water at their apartments if management doesn't pay overdue bills
SAN ANTONIO — Taps will run dry by 9:30 a.m. Wednesday if the managers of a northwest-side apartment complex don't pay a long-overdue water bill. A SAWS spokesman said the Executive Apartments on De Chantle off Fredericksburg Road owes more than $35,000. The complex has had plenty of time...
Flood Watch Issued for Central Texas Counties Until 7 PM
San Antonio, TX – The US National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a flood watch for several counties, effective until 7 PM today. The region is bracing for heavy rainfall that may lead to flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas. Residents are urged to stay weather aware and avoid flooded roadways.
Newly Elected Mayor Johnny Rodriguez Poised to Revitalize Balcones Heights' Cultural Scene
Johnny Rodriguez, who’s previously done the mayoral dance from 2000 to 2002, has sashayed back into the spotlight. The small city, a dot on the map with just 3,000 residents, has a rich cultural thread running through it notably the Balcones Heights Jazz Festival, a summer staple that's both a local tradition and a tourist magnet, according to a recent article by the San Antonio Report.
Multiple crashes halt traffic around San Antonio as storms roll in
As storms made their way into San Antonio, crashes around the city soon followed. Police are responding to multiple wrecks across the city, including one crash that has closed a major entrance ramp. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the southbound entrance ramp onto Loop 410 from IH-37 is...
SA quest for affordable housing
The San Antonio City Council is looking for a solution for the city’s lack of affordable housing. Like many rapidly growing urban centers in the United States, San Antonio faces a significant challenge with encouraging the development of affordable housing. As the city experiences a population boom, driven by...
Watch Restored Footage of 1940s Downtown San Antonio, Texas Life
Step Back in Time: The Glamour and Innovation of 1940s San Antonio Captured on Film. Imagine walking through the bustling streets of San Antonio in the 1940s, where cutting-edge technology and effortless elegance blend seamlessly. Thanks to a recently restored film, we can now experience the charm and sophistication of...
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