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New mural in Southtown remembers women who died due to Texas’ abortion ban
By Sanford Nowlin at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
In a ceremony marked by emotional speeches, abortion-rights group Free & Just on Thursday unveiled a mural celebrating the lives of four Texas women who died because they were unable to receive life-saving medical care under the state’s near-total abortion ban. The mural fills the side wall of M...
Key takeaway The mural fills the side wall of Mercury Project, a two-story studio and gallery space […] The post New mural in Southtown remembers women who died due to Texas’ abortion ban appeared first on San Antonio Current.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The new mural in Southtown serves a poignant reminder of the human cost of Texas' abortion ban, and its presence in a vibrant arts district will likely spark conversations among locals and visitors alike. As a community that values its cultural heritage and artistic expression, San Antonio has a long history of using public art to address social issues and promote dialogue. The mural's location on the side wall of Mercury Project, a studio and gallery space, will provide a highly visible platform for this powerful message. Given Southtown's reputation as a hub for creative expression and social activism, it is likely that the mural will become a focal point for local abortion rights advocates and a catalyst for further discussion about the impact of the state's abortion ban on women's health and well-being in Bexar County.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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