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These 12 Texas Cities Rank as the Worst Places to Live
From Dallas, TX south to San Antonio, TX, and Tyler, TX to El Paso, TX, there are many great places to settle down and raise a family in The Lone Star State. But even the most perfect state in the union has to have less pleasant places, perhaps a "thorn" or two.
San Antonio and Surrounding Towns Ignite Patriotic Fervor with Fourth of July Celebrations
As San Antonio dons its red, white, and blue, the city streets bustle with excitement for the array of Independence Day festivities. Today's Stars and Stripes Parade, hosted by Centro SA, drew crowds to Downtown San Antonio, where an ensemble of participants, including Mayor Ron Nirenberg and representatives from the San Antonio Zoo and the San Antonio Warriors, celebrated the nation's birthday. Fox San Antonio reported, the procession began at 11 a.m. on Houston Street and concluded at noon after traversing North Laredo, and Flores Street.
San Antonio may feel Hurricane Beryl's rains and winds next week
The National Hurricane Center's analysis of Hurricane Beryl's progress on Wednesday suggested that San Antonio may feel some of the tropical rain and wind by Wednesday. It may come as a relief after a long holiday weekend of summer heat and African dust. Forecasters said Beryl, which has killed at...
San Antonio's best bars that aren't located downtown
A night out in downtown San Antonio can be lively and fun, but parking and crowds get old fast. We don't blame anyone for wanting to stay closer to home as they chase a good time. That's why we compiled this list of the best bars outside of the city...
Here are the 5 Texas Cities with the Most Car Accidents
Texas has some of the longest roads in America. Which means there are plenty of opportunities for accidents. The top five Texas cities with the most driving accidents in 2023, according to, Wagoner Law Firm and DriveSafe Online®, are:. 1. Houston. Houston's bustling roads saw a whopping 65,931...
Oak Park-Northwood neighborhood hosts Independence Day parade
SAN ANTONIO - The Northside's Oak Park-Northwood neighborhood celebrated its biggest party of the year – the 28th Annual Independence Day Parade!. This tradition, known as San Antonio's largest neighborhood parade, brought together residents and local businesses for a patriotic morning filled with fun. The event was held on...
San Antonio, Bexar County leaders actively preparing for hurricane season, feel ready
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County and San Antonio leaders have been preparing for hurricane season while acknowledging the city’s pivotal role as a key evacuation center during emergencies. With Hurricane Beryl heading west across the Caribbean, the Texas Division of Emergency Management advises Texans in coastal communities and...
Houston Clings to Firework Tradition for Fourth of July as Other Cities Like San Antonio and Los Angeles Opt for Eco-friendly Drone Displays
As cities across the nation shift from traditional pyrotechnics to drones for their Fourth of July festivities, Houston is holding onto its explosive traditions. Despite the environmental push, Houston and several Texas cities have elected to stick with conventional fireworks shows, perhaps viewing the familiar bangs and colors as integral to the celebration of Independence Day. The Houston area will continue to feature booming spectacles, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. Chris Houston of Pooter's Fireworks encapsulated the sentiment, "You don't get the bang, you don't get the smell, it's silent. Fireworks aren't going anywhere, (they) smell like freedom."
Street closures expected Downtown during Fourth of July festivities
SAN ANTONIO - If you don't have Fourth of July plans, the City of San Antonio has you covered. H-E-B has teamed up with the city for their official Fourth of July celebration. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Woodlawn Lake Park. The free event will include kid's activities, local food trucks and vendors, ending with a firework show.
Wheelchair returned to girl who misplaced wheelchair at San Antonio live performance | San Antonio
The Bexar County Fireplace Marshal’s Workplace has returned an costly custom-built wheelchair to its proprietor, a Houston girl who misplaced it following a live performance at Frost Financial institution Middle, in accordance with authorities. Tara Ryan grabbed headlines this week when her wheelchair went lacking from the San Antonio...
TODAY: San Antonio's July 4th bash: Fireworks, free fun for families at Woodlawn Lake Park
SAN ANTONIO - The Alamo City is set for its own fireworks extravaganza, and the annual party at Woodlawn Lake Park gets underway Thursday morning. The official event doesn't start until 11 a.m., but there will be fitness activities starting at 9 a.m. There are so many things to do...
'It's unsanitary' | Residents at local apartment complex say they have been without hot water for more than a month
Residents who live at The Summit of Thousand Oaks, say they are frustrated after being without hot water for more than a month. They also say they are not being fairly compensated for the inconvenience. Daisy Bunn says she has had to heat up water, one pot at a time,...
Doctors see summer spike in COVID-19 related cases
SAN ANTONIO – Fireworks aren’t the only thing going up this week. Doctors say COVID-19 cases are climbing in Military City, USA. “COVID hasn’t gone away, and it looks like we’re starting to experience another summer surge,” said Dr. Jason Bowling, a hospital epidemiologist with University Health and infectious disease specialist with UT Health.
'Had to take a stand': Water shutoffs at apartments were successful, SAWS says
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is taking a stand against delinquent landlords. The public utility company recently cut off service to four apartment complexes that reportedly owed tens of thousands of dollars. Anne Hayden, the Communications Director for SAWS, says they hope to send a message...
San Antonio councilman accused of misusing power in family dispute, ethics review pending
SAN ANTONIO — More is coming to light about the incident that prompted a San Antonio attorney to file an ethics complaint against District 10 City Councilman Marc Whyte. Early last month, Whyte filed his response to that complaint, and the attorney, Martin Phipps, filed a reply of his own on June 21.
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