Gov & Politics
Nirenberg Testifies Against ‘Bathroom Bill’
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Speaking to the State Affairs committee of the Texas Senate Friday, Mayor Ron Nirenberg gave opposing testimony to legislation known as the “bathroom bill.”
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Business & Tech
Neighbors Aren’t Worshipping Proposed Cell Tower
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The cell tower shaped like a cross has received overwhelming opposition from the community.
Gov & Politics
Bill Limiting City, County Spending Fuels War Over Local Control
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Sen. Craig Estes’ Senate Bill 18 would require cities and counties to get voter approval if they plan to spend a certain amount more than they did in a previous year.
Sponsored
The Choice is Clear: Excellence on the River, or More of the Same?
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I need San Antonio’s support and we need our City Council to make the right decision and select Entertainment Cruises on Thursday.
Commentary
Open Letter to Brother Jaime Martinez, His Family, and Friends
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I was introduced to Jaime P. Martinez by Rosie Castro at Panchito’s on Zarzamora Street in San Antonio’s Westside in the spring of 1997.
Eco
A Pass to Poison: How Industrial Polluters in Texas Get Away With It
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The maximum allowed fine for an air permit violation under state law is $25,000.
Public Safety
After 4-Year-Old’s Death in Eastside Shooting, City Leaders Call for Community Action
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Local pastor Royce Sullivan, who gave the final remarks at the event, said the community must work together to address hard issues like gun violence.
In Memoriam
Jaime Está Presente: Activists, Friends Honor Civil Rights Leader Jaime Martinez
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Friends and activists mourning the passing of civil rights leader Jaime Martinez sang, chanted, and released red and black balloons in his honor.
Gov & Politics
Abbott Adds School Finance, Retired Teacher Benefits to Special Session
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In what seems to be an overture to the House, Gov. Greg Abbott added two new education-related issues to his special session call Thursday: school finance reform and increased benefits for retired teachers.
Business & Tech
Coming Soon to Downtown: Interactive Wayfinding & Wi-Fi Kiosks
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The kiosks will provide information on hundreds of points of interest, charge devices via USB, and provide a free Wi-Fi signal.
Gov & Politics
Business, Education Leaders Voice Opposition to ‘Bathroom Bill’
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San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and 15 local superintendents sent a letter urging the State to leave such privacy matters to local education leaders.