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Puppy love as dog walker turns his pack of 13 into Argentina jersey-clad World Cup followers
Thirteen Argentina followers are roaming the streets of Buenos Aires proudly sporting their team's jersey — but they're not on two legs, they're on all fours, letting out the occasional bark.As Argentina rides World Cup fever and dreams of beating Cape Verde in the round of 32 on Friday, a dog wa...
A remodeled paseo from Alamo Plaza to the San Antonio River Walk is now open
The Paseo del Alamo connects the historic plaza to the River Walk at Losoya Street and is a common entry point for visitors to the area.A remodeled paseo from Alamo Plaza to the San Antonio River Walk is now open was first posted on July 3, 2026 at 11:00 am.©2021 "San Antonio Report". Use of...
TPR and San Antonio Report join forces to make largest nonprofit newsroom San Antonio has ever seen
Announced in May, the move by TPR and the San Antonio Report to share resources and capabilities and improve efficiencies launched July 1.
A year after deadly floods, Texas lawmakers haven’t addressed training for emergency coordinators
In legislative hearings after last year’s July 4 floods, the state’s emergency management chief made some recommendations to state lawmakers. They included empowering the agency to vet volunteers who show up after disasters and establishing clearer guidelines for local officials to decide whether...
Hot, humid, and rain-free 4th of July 🎆
FORECAST HIGHLIGHTSTEMPS GRADUALLY GETTING HOTTER: Upper-90s possible next week 4TH OF JULY: Quiet, but hot RAIN: A stray shower is possible, Sunday & Monday looking less-promising FORECASTHOLIDAY WEEKENDWhether your celebrating in San Antonio or hitting the road today, you’ll find quiet weather ...
Study ranks San Antonio as nation’s most entrepreneurial city
A new study identified San Antonio as the most entrepreneurial U.S. city, a distinction based on the brisk growth of its smallest businesses. The Alamo City posted the nation’s highest year-over-year growth rate in active microbusinesses at 11%, according to a new study published this week by int...
Records reveal ‘systemic neglect’ after immigrant died at Texas’ Camp East Montana
This story contains descriptions of suicide and attempted suicide, including methods used. ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. This article is co-published with The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, n...
Space-themed virtual reality exhibit opens in downtown San Antonio
A new interactive exhibit is bringing the cosmos to downtown San Antonio. Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience opened Thursday, July 2, at the Shops at Rivercenter, offering a virtual-reality journey through space designed to bring scientific discovery to the public. The new exhibit, d...
Obama Presidential Center features 2 San Antonio veterans who fought to repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Inside the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, visitors will see the names of two San Antonio veterans recognized for their service and activism in the movement to end military policies that barred gay service members from serving openly.Obama Presidential Center features 2 San Antonio veterans...
San Antonio woman sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after taking immigrant hostage, DOJ says
A San Antonio woman was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison Thursday after taking an immigrant hostage in exchange for a $6,000 ransom, according to a Department of Justice. Jailene Reyes, 28, pleaded guilty on one count of conspiracy to commit hostage taking back in January, the department s...
West Kerr County pushes training on new emergency warning systems
A growing network of radios, sirens and weather alerts are being put in place along the Guadalupe River to give residents and visitors more time to react during future emergencies.Local organizers said the next step is making sure people know how to use those tools.Multiple groups, individuals an...
What to know about life jacket laws before boating on Texas waterways
If your weekend plans include time on the water, safety officials said a life jacket should be at the top of your packing list, along with water and sunscreen. It is also required by law to have properly fitted, Coast Guard-approved life jackets on a boat. Children under 13 years old must wear a ...
Trump Accounts launch Saturday: What parents need to know before signing up
The federal government is putting $1,000 into investment accounts for 1.4 million American children — and it starts this Saturday.Officially called “530A Accounts” and widely known as “Trump Accounts,” the program launches July 4 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed in 2025. Think of it l...
Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence from Great Britain kicked into higher gear across the United States on Friday as celebrations are balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country bakes under extreme heat.President Donald Trump will travel to South...
As seen on SA Live - Friday, July 3, 2026
Today @ 10:30 a.m., The Grill Sergeant shares tips to take your BBQ to the next level & non-explosive fireworks for the holiday weekend.The Grill Sergeant’s (also known as Chef Andrew Rog) Youtube videos has gained him a huge following & it caught our attention too, so we signed up for BBQ boot c...
But first, coffee: The drink that energized the American Revolution
Colonial Americans were drinking coffee long before they dumped tea into Boston Harbor or fought a war for independence. The establishments that served it were already brewing revolutionary ideas.
Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth
A three-armed spacecraft rocketed into orbit Friday to rescue a NASA telescope that’s in danger of crashing back to Earth. Northrop Grumman launched Katalyst Space Technologies’ Link spacecraft from the Marshall Islands in the Pacific. The Pegasus rocket blasted off from the belly of a modified a...
TPR and San Antonio Report join forces to make largest nonprofit newsroom San Antonio has ever seen
Announced in May, the move by TPR and the San Antonio Report to share resources and capabilities and improve efficiencies launched July 1.TPR and San Antonio Report join forces to make largest nonprofit newsroom San Antonio has ever seen was first posted on July 3, 2026 at 5:00 am.©2021 "San...
A year after deadly floods, Texas lawmakers haven’t addressed training for emergency coordinators
In legislative hearings after last year’s July 4 floods, the state’s emergency management chief made some recommendations to state lawmakers. They included empowering the agency to vet volunteers who show up after disasters and establishing clearer guidelines for local officials to decide whether...
Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon
Interpol on Friday identified a 39-year-old woman from Ukraine as the main suspect in a bombing in Monaco that reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with links to Russia.The police organization named Anastasiia Berezovska, who remains at large, in a Red Notice seeking her arrest on charges of at...
Rivers, lakes and swimming holes where Texans can cool off
People who need to take a chill pill in this Texas heat have plenty of rivers, lakes and other swimming holes to choose from.Luckily, San Antonio is surrounded by places to take a dip when the weather is hot. Below, we’ve listed some well-known and under-the-radar spots for swimming in this area....
Records reveal “systemic neglect” after immigrant died at Camp East Montana
This story contains descriptions of suicide and attempted suicide, including methods used.ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published.This article is co-published with The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, non...
LIST: What’s open, closed on July 3 and the Fourth of July
Saturday officially marks the Fourth of July, but some city offices will be closed Friday in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Most municipal offices will be closed, but police, EMS and fire personnel will remain on duty. If you’re trying to catch a break from the heat, select outdoor c...
Australian prime minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday condemned senators who blocked changes to a world-first social media ban for children, saying tech giants would use the delay to destroy incriminating documents that could be used as evidence against them.The government this week introduced to ...
The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections
The far-right Alternative for Germany is in a buoyant mood as it holds a convention this weekend. It is capitalizing on the unpopularity of a government that’s trying to reform the sluggish economy, and eyeing promising prospects of power in an eastern region this fall. Yet the anti-migration nat...
Venezuelans are rushing to identify the bodies of their loved ones as earthquake deaths multiply
Speaking in a hushed voice, Rosa López recalled how she had to sidestep the rows of bodies lying under a harsh sun as she helped her daughter search for her missing husband. Even her years working as a nurse did not prepare her for the sight of the dozens of dead wrapped in sheets or blankets.“We...
A California farmer is giving away tons of nectarines that he's not allowed to sell
Thousands of visitors have flocked to Cesar Mora's farm in central California this week to gather free nectarines.He's giving his harvest away rather than watching it rot as he's locked in a legal battle with a company that claims exclusive rights over the variety of white nectarine he grows. He'...
This pass high in the Swiss Alps is home to a James Bond car chase scene and a vintage steam railway
Train enthusiasts will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a historic Swiss railway this weekend as vintage steam locomotives ferry tourists through the stunning Alpine scenery as part of the celebration.The Furka Pass, at an altitude of 2,431 meters (7,976 feet), is among Switzerland's highest Al...
World shares are mixed after Dow hits a new record, as some AI shares bounce back
World shares were mixed Friday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average set another record, as some key AI related stocks rose while others extended losses. The future for the S&P 500 gained 0.3% while that for the Dow slipped 0.2%. U.S. markets will be closed Friday for the Independence Day holida...
Australian officials ask fans to respect the privacy of Neil, a 1-ton seal who respects nothing
Like plenty of local boys before him, Neil has come home to the stretch of Australian coast where he was born. Unlike most of them, he trails fame, fans and property damage in his wake. He is also a 1,000 kg (2,200 pound) elephant seal.In June, the bellowing and blubbery 5-year-old mammal hauled ...
Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Despite severe fuel shortages across Russia, President Vladimir Putin appears unbothered by Ukraine’s increasing attacks on his country’s oil refineries.He has shrugged off the setback for one of the world’s leading oil-producing nations as “not critical,” dismissed ceasefire proposals and insist...
Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes
In the 109th minute of a wild, pulsating, nerve-shredding World Cup match for the ages, referee Espen Eskås finally called time. Portugal advanced to the round of 16 after a 2-1 win against Croatia at Toronto Stadium on Thursday. That doesn't even begin to tell the story of the most dramatic of c...
San Antonio FC opens second half of USL season on July Fourth holiday against Monterey Bay
After a long road trip and fresh off the USL’s league-wide mental health break, where each team gets a week off, San Antonio FC is back at home against Monterey Bay on July 4. SAFC sits second in the Western Conference standings (6-6-2) heading into the second half of the season. The team has bee...
Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?
President Donald Trump reshaped this year’s U.S. Senate map by sidelining some Republican incumbents and promoting loyalists to replace them. Now the question is whether he’ll put his money where his mouth is.With four months to go until November’s elections, it's still unclear how much MAGA Inc....
A fairytale at MSG: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding set to take place
Today will be a fairytale. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is slated to take place Friday at Madison Square Garden, where the couple's closest friends and family — and several hundred more — will attend what is expected to be an elaborate event inside the iconic New York venue. Many of th...
Erdogan's warm ties with Trump offer Turkey an edge ahead of NATO summit
President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of his European counterparts expected to attend next week's NATO summit in Turkey. But host Recep Tayyip Erdogan has drawn on his close ties with the U.S. leader to secure his presence at the Ankara event — an appearance that may even come wit...
Meet the rooks! KSAT catches up with Spurs rookies ahead of NBA Summer League play
The NBA Summer League starts Friday for the San Antonio Spurs when they face the Miami Heat. The rookies with not much time settle in the Alamo city before getting straight to work. However, before they took off to California for their game, KSAT caught up with a few rookies. San Antonio Spurs NB...
Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70
Lam Wing-kee, a former Hong Kong bookseller who became a symbol of resistance to Beijing's crackdown on speech freedom after he was seized by Chinese authorities in late 2015, has died in Taiwan, the island's official Central News Agency reported, citing an unnamed source.The news agency didn't g...
Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller loses his no-hit bid in the 7th inning against the Angels
Bryce Miller took a no-hitter into the seventh inning for the Seattle Mariners on Thursday night before Nolan Schanuel led off with a bloop single to right field for the Los Angeles Angels.The right-hander struck out seven and walked none through six innings, throwing 50 of his 69 pitches for str...
Illegal parties take over North Side homes under development, local builder urges for police action
A San Antonio homebuilder told KSAT he’s done everything he can think of to stop illegal parties from taking over homes under construction in a North Side neighborhood. Jeff Japhet is calling on San Antonio Police to provide more enforcement.Japhet, owner of Japhet Builders, develops homes within...