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U.S. News & World Report evaluated 589 Texas hospitals; Methodist Hospital, Baptist Medical Center and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak made the list.
These San Antonio hospitals ranked among Texas’ best by U.S. News
U.S. News & World Report evaluated 589 Texas hospitals; Methodist Hospital, Baptist Medical Center and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak made the list.
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Leaders at the Texas Comptroller’s office received an email Tuesday directing them to create priority lists of employees they’d cut under potential staff reductions.
Texas Comptroller leadership orders list of employees for cuts, email shows
Leaders at the Texas Comptroller’s office received an email Tuesday directing them to create priority lists of employees they’d cut under potential staff reductions.
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Opinion | Texas can be a place where it’s easy to build, as well as where it’s hard to escape accountability for betraying the public’s trust.
Texas builders need less red tape and more accountability
Texas can be a place where it’s easy to build, as well as where it’s hard to escape accountability for betraying the public’s trust.
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Opinion | A reader writes that construction delays suggest the baseball team’s owners and developers of the downtown ballpark have bitten off more than they can chew.
Delayed construction, opening of Missions’ downtown ballpark an ominous sign
A reader writes that construction delays suggest the baseball team’s owners and developers of the downtown ballpark have bitten off more than they can chew.
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Conditions are likely to stay dry for much of August, but weather models are signaling a potential shift by the start of September.
When could rain return to South Texas? Here’s what models say.
Conditions are likely to stay dry for much of August, but weather models are signaling a potential shift by the start of September.
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A new $340,000 ad campaign by Gina Hinojosa, the Democrat trying to unseat Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, dropped on Tuesday in markets across the state – ramping up her battle against the Republican running for a historic fourth term. bit.ly/4w4egJW
Who says you have to trek to Napa Valley to toast in top-tier wine country? According to a freshly uncorked report from USA Today, Texans only have to travel a hop, skip and a jump away to sip vintages from one of the nation's premier wine regions. bit.ly/4yWLbTp
A group of professors has filed a federal lawsuit to block the Texas A&M University System from implementing its policies that limit how faculty members can discuss race, gender and sexual orientation in the classroom. bit.ly/4hOmItq
Less than a week after unveiling — and then defending — its new sunburst logo, Trinity University paused the rebrand rollout amid intense alumni backlash. bit.ly/4hyeSnV
Chris Bosh urged Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to stay disciplined with his treatment after a blood clot diagnosis while revealing he suffered another pulmonary embolism earlier this year.
Ex-NBA champion gives Victor Wembanyama advice on managing blood clots
Chris Bosh urged Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to stay disciplined with his treatment after a blood clot diagnosis while revealing he suffered another pulmonary embolism earlier this year.
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Orlando-based United Parks & Resorts Inc. cited lagging international visitation, weather impacts and poor holiday timing as factors in the declines.
SeaWorld parent reports decline in profit, revenue and attendance in Q2
Orlando-based United Parks & Resorts Inc. cited lagging international visitation, weather impacts and poor holiday timing as factors in the declines.
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The utility is delaying the start of its requested increases from this year to 2027. SAWS says that will result in cutting $600 million in planned capital spending.
SAWS board votes again to send 30% rate hike plan to City Council
The utility is delaying the start of its requested increases from this year to 2027. SAWS says that will result in cutting $600 million in planned capital spending.
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State data shows 85,000 students have claimed Texas Education Freedom Accounts, including more than 8,400 in San Antonio.
Northside ISD ranks among Texas leaders in voucher participation
State data shows 85,000 students have claimed Texas Education Freedom Accounts, including more than 8,400 in San Antonio.
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R.C. Buford argues against Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ suggestion that San Antonio residents should vote on whether the city should put $489 million toward a downtown Spurs arena.
Spurs CEO defends arena deal after mayor says voters should decide
R.C. Buford argues against Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ suggestion that San Antonio residents should vote on whether the city should put $489 million toward a downtown Spurs arena.
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KRIS 6 employees are slated to be laid off amid Scripps' plan to boost core profits by shifting toward an AI-powered newsroom model.
'Gut-wrenching': major layoffs hit Texas newsroom as Scripps embraces AI model
KRIS 6 employees are slated to be laid off amid Scripps' plan to boost core profits by shifting toward an AI-powered newsroom model.
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A 10-foot alligator was safely captured after it was found swimming in a residential pool in Los Fresnos, according to ValleyCentral.
Trappers capture 10-foot alligator discovered in residential pool in South Texas
A 10-foot alligator was safely captured after it was found swimming in a residential pool in Los Fresnos, according to ValleyCentral.
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Spurs CEO RC Buford said Gregg Popovich continues to make encouraging progress in his recovery from a stroke and remains a supportive presence within the organization. bit.ly/4yUmDuo
After back-to-back 7-6 seasons, the Roadrunners are looking to return to championship heights in 2026. They still have questions to answer ahead of their season opener.
5 things to watch as UTSA football opens preseason practice
After back-to-back 7-6 seasons, the Roadrunners are looking to return to championship heights in 2026. They still have questions to answer ahead of their season opener.
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SpaceX’s first post-IPO earnings show strong Starlink revenue but continued overall losses.
In first post-IPO earnings, Starlink drives SpaceX revenue as AI, launches lag
SpaceX’s first post-IPO earnings show strong Starlink revenue but continued overall losses.
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The Bexar County Medical Examiner is still working to determine Ozana Cisneros' cause of death. Her mother, who was also missing, was found safe last month.
Human remains identified as missing 7-month-old Ozana Cisneros
The Bexar County Medical Examiner is still working to determine Ozana Cisneros' cause of death. Her mother, who was also missing, was found safe last month.
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After being out of the spotlight for several years, an iconic San Antonio piece of art is back on display for the public — just in a new home. bit.ly/4yX2GTP
The Republican governor faces the Austin Democrat and former school board member as he seeks a record fourth term in office.
Who is running against Greg Abbott? What to know about Gina Hinojosa.
The Republican governor faces the Austin Democrat and former school board member as he seeks a record fourth term in office.
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Gov. Greg Abbott wants San Antonians to be able to pick their energy provider — a proposal that could potentially cut deeply into city-owned CPS Energy’s revenue and hobble city finances. bit.ly/4w0BbG5
Two Texas League North teams — the Tulsa Drillers and Arkansas Travelers — are set to play at Wolff Stadium for the first time since 2022.
San Antonio Missions announce 2027 Texas League baseball schedule
Two Texas League North teams — the Tulsa Drillers and Arkansas Travelers — are set to play at Wolff Stadium for the first time since 2022.
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San Antonio ISD joins just a few districts in the area that use the state's Bluebonnet language arts curriculum.
SAISD to use state curriculum that has drawn criticism over religious lessons
San Antonio ISD joins just a few districts in the area that use the state's Bluebonnet language arts curriculum.
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Gov. Greg Abbott wants San Antonians to be able to pick their energy provider — a proposal that could potentially cut deeply into city-owned CPS Energy’s revenue and hobble city finances.
Governor doesn’t want CPS Energy to be sole San Antonio electric provider
The proposal could potentially hamper city finances, which rely on revenue transfers from the utility.
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Three La Panaderia Bakery & Café locations in San Antonio violated federal child labor and wage laws, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. bit.ly/3RIlWnj
The Dragons carry a 20-year playoff streak with them as they return to the top classification after eight seasons in 5A. Despite the time away, they find themselves in a familiar district.
Countdown to No. 1: No. 19 Southwest makes move back to Class 6A
The Dragons carry a 20-year playoff streak with them as they return to the top classification after eight seasons in 5A. Despite the time away, they find themselves in a familiar district.
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The San Antonio area returns star power among its best outside hitters for the 2026 season. See who made the cut.
Top five San Antonio-area outside hitters to watch heading into 2026
The San Antonio area returns star power among its best outside hitters for the 2026 season. See who made the cut.
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The list of teammates traveling across the Atlantic to practice with the 22-year-old superstar included recently signed forward Tobias Harris.
See which Spurs teammates joined Wembanyama for practice in France
The list of teammates traveling across the Atlantic to practice with the 22-year-old superstar included recently signed forward Tobias Harris.
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