San Antonio

City mostly in Bexar County, Texas, U.S.

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San Antonio, officially the City of San Antonio, is the seventh-most populous city in the United States, and the second-most populous city in both Texas and the Southern United States, with 1,547,253 residents in 2019. Founded as a Spanish mission and colonial outpost in 1718, the city became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731. The area was still part of the Spanish Empire, and later of the Mexican Republic. It is the state's oldest municipality, having celebrated its 300th anniversary on May 1, 2018.

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Chick-Fil-A Won't Seek Lease At Airport HuffPo reports that Chick-Fil-A that it no longer plans to open a restaurant in the San Antonio airport. The decision comes after more than a year of legal wrangling that began when some city leaders.. Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:30Published 2 weeks ago

Conservative Group Does Not Have Legal Standing To Sue Over Chick-Fil-A Airport Rejection, Court Rules A group of conservatives does not have the legal standing to sue the city of San Antonio. The group wanted to sue over the city's rejection of a Chick-fil-A restaurant at the city’s airport. The City.. Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:32Published on August 22, 2020

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Hospital throws wedding for COVID patient Carlos Muniz contracted COVID-19 the week of his wedding. When he beat it, the Methodist Hospital San Antonio staff celebrated by throwing him a wedding. USATODAY.com - Published 2 weeks ago
Charges dropped against Black jogger mistakenly identified as a suspect in Texas Mathias Ometu was charged with assault on a peace officer after San Antonio police mistakenly identified him as a domestic violence suspect. USATODAY.com - Published 3 weeks ago

School employees concerned over in-person classes As the new school year is days away from kicking off in San Antonio, Texas, some frontline school workers are fearful of in-person classes resuming. CBS News - Published on August 19, 2020
Biker group: Reckless riders give us all a bad name A Texas biker safety organization is speaking out following the arrest of a dangerous rider. San Antonio police collared 26-year-old Alberto Rodriguez after he posted video of himself on Facebook.. CBS News - Published on August 17, 2020
Sweltering heat wave bakes the Western United States The most far-reaching heat wave of the summer is now underway across the Western part of the U.S. More than 150 record high temperatures will be challenged through the middle of next week from San.. CBS News - Published on August 17, 2020

Gunman opens fire at San Antonio flea market San Antonio fire chief Russell Johnson said maybe 100 shots were fired into the crowded parking area of Mission Open Air Market. CBS News - Published on August 16, 2020
Rare snow in Texas snarls commute Less than an inch of snow was enough to cause more than 500 accidents in Dallas, and trucks putting down sand and salt struggled to keep roads free from ice. Even Houston and San Antonio saw a dusting.. CBS News - Published on August 14, 2020
Texas brings in refrigerated trucks to store dead San Antonio officials say local hospitals, morgues and funeral homes are running out of space for bodies as coronavirus cases cause the death rate to surge, so they're acquiring refrigerated trucks to.. USATODAY.com - Published on July 17, 2020
San Antonio hospital treated patient who attended 'COVID party,' doctor says Dr. Jane Appleby, the chief medical officer at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, says the hospital treated a patient who attended a 'COVID party.' USATODAY.com - Published on July 11, 2020

Dana White hopes Texas shooter isn't UFC fighter, as claimed An alleged gunman in a San Antonio shooting claimed to be a UFC fighter, something UFC president Dana White hopes isn't true. USATODAY.com - Published on June 14, 2020
Eight people wounded in shooting outside bar in San Antonio, Texas A gunman shot and wounded eight people outside a San Antonio, Texas, bar late Friday night, but there were no fatalities, police said. Reuters - Published on June 13, 2020
8 Are Shot in San Antonio by Man Claiming to Be U.F.C. Fighter The man, who said he was part of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, had been turned away from a bar, the police said. None of the victims’ injuries were said to be life-threatening. NYTimes.com - Published on June 13, 2020	Julián Castro Announces Endorsements Of Candidates Focused On Police Reform HOUSTON (CBSNEWS.COM) — Former San Antonio Mayor and 2020 presidential candidate Julián Castro announced Sunday the first endorsements for candidates he says are... WorldNews - Published on June 8, 2020
Family of 6 found dead in Texas garage after police feared house was rigged to explode San Antonio Police Chief William McManus said authorities believe the incident was a murder-suicide, but an investigation is ongoing. USATODAY.com - Published on June 6, 2020	Six Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide in San Antonio A couple and their four children were found in the family’s garage, apparently having suffered intentional carbon monoxide poisoning, the police said. NYTimes.com - Published on June 5, 2020
Paralegal for U.S. Attorney Tipped Off Drug Cartel, Prosecutors Say Jennifer Loya, 30, helped a drug network in San Antonio stay a step ahead of drug enforcement agents through her access to information as a federal employee, according to court documents. NYTimes.com - Published on May 14, 2020	Texas begins to reopen after Covid-19 quarantine – but is it safe to do so? Tim Handren, the chief executive of Santikos Entertainment, a small cinema chain in San Antonio, admits his business is not essential. But while the giants of the industry keep their screens closed, he.. WorldNews - Published on May 11, 2020
Sailors aboard USS Kidd test positive for virus The Pentagon says a number of sailors aboard the USS Kidd have tested positive for the coronavirus after a sailor, who was aboard the vessel, tested positive for the virus at a medical facility in San.. USATODAY.com - Published on April 24, 2020	FBI arrests Texas man for coronavirus hoax meant to empty grocery stores A Texas man is facing federal charges for allegedly posting on Facebook that he had paid a person with coronavirus to spread the virus in San Antonio-area grocery stores in an attempt to get people to.. Reuters - Published on April 8, 2020
Idle Alamo isn't being remembered much these days Not many are remembering the Alamo these days. The normally bustling tourist attraction in San Antonio is closed to visitors due to the coronavirus outbreak. (March 27) USATODAY.com - Published on March 27, 2020	In spite of the novel coronavirus, Texas teachers parade through students' neighborhoods Despite COVID-19 outbreak, San Antonio, Texas teachers staged a car-pool parade through students' neighborhoods with signs saying, "we miss you!" USATODAY.com - Published on March 26, 2020
Texas mayor declares emergency in bid to keep cruise passengers in quarantine San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg on Monday declared a health emergency for his city in a bid to force those in a federal coronavirus quarantine at a nearby air force base to remain locked down until.. Reuters - Published on March 2, 2020	As Bernie Sanders surges, Texas liberals take their own shot SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren endorsed her, Texas’ largest labor union is on her side andshe surpassed $1 millionin donors. Jessica Cisneros, who at 26 would become the.. WorldNews - Published on February 25, 2020
Sanders celebrates win in Nevada caucuses Bernie Sanders celebrated a resounding victory in Nevada's presidential caucuses Saturday evening. Speaking to a crowd of thousands in San Antonio, Texas, Sanders declared, "We're going to win this.. USATODAY.com - Published on February 23, 2020	Texas shooting suspect claims self-defense A man arrested in a San Antonio shooting that left two people dead and wounded five others said he was acting in self-defense when he opened fire during a concert at a bar. (Jan. 21) USATODAY.com - Published on January 21, 2020
San Antonio Police: 2 shot dead in club, 5 hurt A manhunt was underway Sunday night after two people were killed and five others were injured during a shooting inside a San Antonio club, Texas authorities said. (Jan. 20) USATODAY.com - Published on January 20, 2020	Pelicans' Zion Williamson expected to play Jan. 22 against Spurs in career opener The most awaited rookie to play an NBA game since LeBron James in 2003 is expected to make his career debut at home against San Antonio. USATODAY.com - Published on January 15, 2020
Julián Castro Ends Presidential Campaign Mr. Castro, the former housing secretary and mayor of San Antonio, was the only Latino candidate in the race. He championed progressive policies but did not find his footing in polls. NYTimes.com - Published on January 2, 2020Also reported by •CBS News	Clippers' Kawhi Leonard on Spurs fans: 'The boos is just love' Kawhi Leonard was in San Antonio on Saturday night, which meant he was heartily booed. But he answered those with stellar play in a big Clippers win. USATODAY.com - Published on December 22, 2019
Breast cancer risk from menopause hormones may last decades SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Women who use certain types of hormones after menopause still have an increased risk of developing breast cancer nearly two decades after they stop taking the pills, long-term.. WorldNews - Published on December 13, 2019	Houston Rockets file protest over James Harden's uncounted dunk against the San Antonio Spurs The Rockets filed a protest with the NBA over the James Harden dunk that was not counted in the Rockets' 135-133 double overtime loss to San Antonio. USATODAY.com - Published on December 6, 2019
AP Top Stories December 2 A Here's the latest for Monday December 2nd: White House refuses to participate in Judiciary Committee impeachment hearings; China suspends US Navy visits to Hong Kong; Fatal plane crash in San Antonio;.. USATODAY.com - Published on December 2, 2019	3 dead after a plane crashes during an emergency landing in San Antonio (CNN)An emergency landing went horribly wrong Sunday night as a plane crashed in San Antonio, leaving three dead, according to fire officials. The small, single-engine plane was leaving Sugar Land and.. WorldNews - Published on December 2, 2019
3 dead after small plane fails to make emergency landing, crashes near San Antonio International Airport All three people aboard a small plane died Sunday night when it crashed in San Antonio during a failed emergency landing attempt, authorities said. USATODAY.com - Published on December 2, 2019	Plane crash north of San Antonio International Airport kills three: NBC Three people died when a small plane crashed on the north side of the San Antonio International Airport in Texas late on Sunday, NBC Chicago reported, citing fire officials. Reuters - Published on December 2, 2019
With a baby due Christmas, they decorated early. The HOA said to take the snowman down San Antonio couple Claudia and Nicolaas Simonis placed their holiday decorations on their front yard Nov. 1 because their baby is due on Christmas. USATODAY.com - Published on November 15, 2019	NBA: San Antonio Spurs retire French NBA star Tony Parker's number nine jersey in ceremony Washington: French NBA star guard Tony Parker was given an emotional tribute Monday by the San Antonio Spurs, who retired his number nine jersey in a post-game ceremony after a loss. Parker won four.. WorldNews - Published on November 12, 2019
Nature up close: The largest bat colony in the world The Bracken Bat Cave, northeast of San Antonio, is the summer home of about 20 million insect-eating Mexican free-tailed bats CBS News - Published on November 11, 2019	Full interview of Julián Castro on "Face the Nation" Julián Castro spoke with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan from San Antonio, Texas, for the Jan. 13, 2019, broadcast. CBS News - Published on November 5, 2019
Nature: Bat swarm "Sunday Morning" takes us to the Bracken Cave Preserve outside San Antonio, Texas, home to more than 15 million Mexican free-tailed bats. Videographer: Ken Kerbs. CBS News - Published on November 3, 2019	Survivor describes deadly smuggling journey One of the more than 100 migrants found in an overheated 18-wheeler in San Antonio tells 60 Minutes about the conditions he and others faced before being discovered CBS News - Published on October 31, 2019
"They're everywhere!": Inside the world's largest bat colony The millions of bats that live at the Bracken Cave Preserve near San Antonio, Texas, aren't just good for a Halloween scare – they play a key role in agriculture by eating almost 150 tons of bugs.. CBS News - Published on October 31, 2019	Father Joseph O'Brien talks with investigators about Irene Garza murder On Feb. 27, 2003, Father O’Brien told Texas investigators that Father John Feit had admitted to him back in 1960 that he had killed Irene Garza. He described how Feit took Irene from Sacred Heart.. CBS News - Published on October 30, 2019
Emilio Nicolas Sr., 88, a Creator of Univision, Dies Mr. Nicolas and four other investors expanded a single San Antonio television station into what became a Spanish-language broadcasting juggernaut. NYTimes.com - Published on October 25, 2019	Boeing board to meet in Texas as scrutiny intensifies: sources Boeing Co's board of directors and top executives from its airplanes division and supply chain were due to meet on Sunday in San Antonio, Texas, two days after the U.S. planemaker was plunged into a.. Reuters - Published on October 20, 2019
Woman Who Said Officer Removed Her Tampon May Settle With San Antonio The city is set to vote on a $205,000 payout to a woman who sued after she said an officer violated her rights during a cavity search. NYTimes.com - Published on October 17, 2019	Toyota invests $391 million in its Texas truck assembly plant Toyota Motor Corp said on Tuesday it was investing $391 million in its pickup truck assembly plant in San Antonio, Texas, as part of the Japanese automaker's plan to invest $13 billion in its U.S... Reuters - Published on September 17, 2019
Low-cost fracking offers boon to oil producers, headaches for suppliers At a dusty drilling site east of San Antonio, shale producer EOG Resources Inc recently completed its latest well using a new technology developed by a small services firm that promises to slash the.. Reuters - Published on September 12, 2019	How Job Retraining Can Yield Lasting Wage Gains (It Isn’t Cheap) A San Antonio program offers a rare American success story in helping workers attain better lives. Its guiding principle: “We will not let them fail.” NYTimes.com - Published on August 19, 2019