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KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses President Trump’s efforts to pause federal funding
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses President Trump’s efforts to pause federal fundingSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss President Donald Trump’s efforts to freeze federal funding.
Funding freeze impact on San Antonio: Mayor, city manager seek answers on federal order
Read full article: Funding freeze impact on San Antonio: Mayor, city manager seek answers on federal orderThe City of San Antonio is seeking answers from the U.S. government following President Donald Trump’s suspension of federal funding, a move subsequently halted by a federal judge.
San Antonio mayor scraps France trip amid Trump order uncertainty
Read full article: San Antonio mayor scraps France trip amid Trump order uncertaintyOne day after Donald Trump was inaugurated and signed dozens of executive orders, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg revealed some of those orders forced him to cancel an economic development trip to France.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses the impact of President Trump’s executive orders
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses the impact of President Trump’s executive ordersSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on KSAT Q&A to discuss numerous topics, including U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders.
Crowded and costly San Antonio mayor’s race to begin as filing period opens Wednesday
Read full article: Crowded and costly San Antonio mayor’s race to begin as filing period opens WednesdayThe stakes are higher for the May 3 election, with four-year terms instead of two, and larger salaries approved by voters. It will also be the first mayor's race without an incumbent since 2009.
DreamWeek kicks off Friday morning in San Antonio
Read full article: DreamWeek kicks off Friday morning in San AntonioDreamWeek, the annual 16 day event in San Antonio, kicked off on Friday morning with remarks from its founder and Mayor Ron Nirenberg. Click here for a look at some events you can attend.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena, tariffs
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena, tariffsSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined KSAT Q&A to discuss the Spurs arena after a closed-door meeting on Tuesday discussed on a possible tax vote for the downtown arena.
San Antonio retains ‘gold medal city’ status per CityHealth ranking
Read full article: San Antonio retains ‘gold medal city’ status per CityHealth rankingThe City of San Antonio has retained its “gold medal city” status from CityHealth, an initiative that rates cities on public health policy adoption.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debate
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debateSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss about the new $1.2 billion terminal at the San Antonio International Airport and about the horse-drawn carriages ban discussion.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debate
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debateSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss about the new $1.2 billion terminal at the San Antonio International Airport and about the horse-drawn carriages ban discussion.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debate
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio International Airport, horse-drawn carriages debateSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss about the new $1.2 billion terminal at the San Antonio International Airport and about the horse-drawn carriages ban discussion.
What will the expansion of San Antonio’s downtown convention center look like?
Read full article: What will the expansion of San Antonio’s downtown convention center look like?On the heels of an announcement to revitalize San Antonio’s city center, council members are figuring out the potential of some of those plans.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions, Edwards Aquifer
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions, Edwards AquiferSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the plans for the San Antonio Missions Stadium and about the city’s efforts to protect the Edwards Aquifer.
‘Pastime about talking about poverty’: Nirenberg defends Ready to Work, Project Marvel in farewell ‘fireside chat’
Read full article: ‘Pastime about talking about poverty’: Nirenberg defends Ready to Work, Project Marvel in farewell ‘fireside chat’Amid a "fireside chat" with the head of a local business group, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg pushed back against criticism of his job-training program and "naysayers" of Project Marvel.
Howard W. Peak, former San Antonio mayor, namesake of city’s greenway trails, dies at 75
Read full article: Howard W. Peak, former San Antonio mayor, namesake of city’s greenway trails, dies at 75Howard Peak, a former two-term Mayor of San Antonio and namesake of the city’s greenway trails system, has died, according to a statement from Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s office.
San Antonio Councilman Marc Whyte voices opposition to using city funds for abortion travel
Read full article: San Antonio Councilman Marc Whyte voices opposition to using city funds for abortion travelDistrict 10 Councilman Marc Whyte voiced strong opposition to efforts by several San Antonio City Council members to allocate city funds toward travel costs for abortion seekers.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses proposed downtown sports & entertainment district, Reproductive Justice Fund
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses proposed downtown sports & entertainment district, Reproductive Justice FundSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss funding and the potential impact on the city’s future for the proposed downtown sports and entertainment district. Nirenberg also discusses about the Reproductive Justice Fund.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses proposed downtown sports & entertainment district, Reproductive Justice Fund
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses proposed downtown sports & entertainment district, Reproductive Justice FundSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss funding and the potential impact on the city’s future for the proposed downtown sports and entertainment district. Nirenberg also discusses about the Reproductive Justice Fund.
Renewed push for abortion travel funding in San Antonio after Reproductive Justice Fund passes without it
Read full article: Renewed push for abortion travel funding in San Antonio after Reproductive Justice Fund passes without itAbout half the San Antonio City Council is pushing to find more money for the city’s Reproductive Justice Fund, which — this time — they want to actually fund travel costs for abortion seekers.
San Antonio's controversial Reproductive Fund passes, but pay for abortion travel not included
Read full article: San Antonio's controversial Reproductive Fund passes, but pay for abortion travel not includedAfter more than a year of debates and a lawsuit, San Antonio City Council voted to approve the Reproductive Justice Fund. The fund won't cover travel costs for out-of-state abortions.
City of San Antonio unveils conceptual plans for downtown Spurs arena, sports & entertainment district
Read full article: City of San Antonio unveils conceptual plans for downtown Spurs arena, sports & entertainment districtA new San Antonio Spurs arena could take center court of a proposed downtown sports and entertainment district around Hemisfair.
SAISD already receiving lukewarm response to baseball stadium land deal terms
Read full article: SAISD already receiving lukewarm response to baseball stadium land deal termsIt will be about three weeks before San Antonio ISD knows how its hard stance on terms for handing over a downtown parking lot to a minor league baseball stadium project shakes out. However, some of the early responses are less enthusiastic than the district might have hoped.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Missions Baseball Stadium, ‘Project Marvel’
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Missions Baseball Stadium, ‘Project Marvel’San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss if the public’s tax payer dollars will be used to help pay Project Marvel and about the public support for two potential sports venues planned for downtown.
San Antonio Marathon, organized locally, will replace Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series in 2025
Read full article: San Antonio Marathon, organized locally, will replace Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series in 2025The City of San Antonio and San Antonio Sports will announce a new “major running event” to replace the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series.
City of San Antonio, nonprofits come together for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
Read full article: City of San Antonio, nonprofits come together for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness WeekOn Monday, a group of nonprofits will join Mayor Ron Nirenberg at city hall to share their combined efforts to discuss issues exacerbating homelessness.
‘We definitely need more teams’: City of San Antonio looks to expand its crisis mental health response
Read full article: ‘We definitely need more teams’: City of San Antonio looks to expand its crisis mental health responseFaced with a crisis, City of San Antonio officials are working on a solution to support people during a mental health crisis.
Introducing KSAT’s ‘Crisis in Question: Measuring San Antonio’s Mental Health Solution’ series
Read full article: Introducing KSAT’s ‘Crisis in Question: Measuring San Antonio’s Mental Health Solution’ seriesThousands of mental health calls are made to 911 in San Antonio each year. KSAT is taking a closer look at the effectiveness of the city’s crisis response team.
San Antonio’s controversial Reproductive Justice Fund likely won’t pay for abortion travel, but the issue isn’t over
Read full article: San Antonio’s controversial Reproductive Justice Fund likely won’t pay for abortion travel, but the issue isn’t overLess than a year after it was sued by anti-abortion groups, the City of San Antonio revealed its Reproductive Justice Fund probably won’t help women access abortion care after all.
NCAA women’s volleyball championship, men’s basketball regional coming to San Antonio
Read full article: NCAA women’s volleyball championship, men’s basketball regional coming to San AntonioSan Antonio will host the 2026 NCAA D1 women’s volleyball championship and the 2027 NCAA D1 men’s college basketball regional, the NCAA announced on Wednesday.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Airport terminal expansion, charter amendments, dockworkers’ strike
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Airport terminal expansion, charter amendments, dockworkers’ strikeSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the San Antonio International Airport’s plans of the new terminal, the dockworkers’ strike and charter amendments since voters will be voting on the amendments in a few weeks.
Southwest Airlines sues City of San Antonio, airports director as Oct. 1 deadline looms
Read full article: Southwest Airlines sues City of San Antonio, airports director as Oct. 1 deadline loomsThe airline filed a lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court against the city and San Antonio International Airport Director of Airports Jesus Saenz.
In Texas visit, second gentleman Douglas Emhoff raises more than $1 million
Read full article: In Texas visit, second gentleman Douglas Emhoff raises more than $1 millionSecond Gentleman Douglas Emhoff raised more than $1 million at a San Antonio fundraiser for Kamala Harris presidential campaign Monday night, the largest presidential fundraiser in the city’s history.
MACRI announces first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in US
Read full article: MACRI announces first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in USThe Mexican American Civil Rights Institute (MACRI) hosted a press conference on Friday to announce a “significant milestone” in its steps to creating the nation’s first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in San Antonio.
FULL INTERVIEW: Mayoral candidate Rolando Pablos wants San Antonio to better compete for ‘quality jobs’
Read full article: FULL INTERVIEW: Mayoral candidate Rolando Pablos wants San Antonio to better compete for ‘quality jobs’Roland Pablos talks about attracting big companies and “quality jobs,” spending priorities in the city budget, downtown sports stadiums, and the city’s migrant resource center.
City officially commissions largest municipal solar project in Texas
Read full article: City officially commissions largest municipal solar project in TexasThe $30 million initiative advances the city’s goal of attaining a net zero capacity for all municipal buildings by 2040, a step outlined in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Mission Stadium plans, construction in downtown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Mission Stadium plans, construction in downtownSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the Mission Stadium voting plan, if there will be reinvested area near the stadium and construction near Hemisfair.
San Antonio hosts first-of-its-kind budget input meeting geared toward young people
Read full article: San Antonio hosts first-of-its-kind budget input meeting geared toward young peopleMore than 80 young people between 12 and 24 years old spent their Saturday speaking their minds with San Antonio city leaders.
‘I would end up in the street yet again’: Pushback for new downtown SA Missions stadium plan
Read full article: ‘I would end up in the street yet again’: Pushback for new downtown SA Missions stadium planWhile supporters like Mayor Ron Nirenberg say the ball park proposal is a fair deal with a group of local owners, a ball team’s worth of opponents came to a public hearing Thursday afternoon to object to the funding method, a lack of public input on the plan so far, and residents’ displacement from a low-cost apartment complex.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses budget meetings, Mission Stadium updates
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses budget meetings, Mission Stadium updatesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the updates on the Missions Stadium and budget meeting outcomes.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtownSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the San Antonio Missions coming to downtown. Nirenberg also discussed how the ballpark will be financed.
Delta Air Lines launches new nonstop flight service to Boston from San Antonio this November
Read full article: Delta Air Lines launches new nonstop flight service to Boston from San Antonio this NovemberTravelers can begin booking nonstop flights from San Antonio International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport with Delta Air Lines this November.
Downtown baseball stadium for San Antonio Missions expected to open by 2028, letter to MLB says
Read full article: Downtown baseball stadium for San Antonio Missions expected to open by 2028, letter to MLB saysThe San Antonio Missions are set to have a new ballpark built in downtown San Antonio by April 2028, according to a letter from the City of San Antonio sent to Major League Baseball.
Bimbo Bakeries layoff is San Antonio’s second largest this year
Read full article: Bimbo Bakeries layoff is San Antonio’s second largest this yearThe pending shutdown of Bimbo Bakeries’ East Side location this fall will result in the layoff of an estimated 138 people - the second most of any layoff in Bexar County so far this year.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg voices support for new San Antonio Missions ballpark downtown
Read full article: Mayor Ron Nirenberg voices support for new San Antonio Missions ballpark downtownMayor Ron Nirenberg joined the chorus of local politicians’ voices who would like to keep the Missions playing baseball in San Antonio for the foreseeable future.
Nirenberg among Democrats in San Antonio to support Kamala Harris for US president
Read full article: Nirenberg among Democrats in San Antonio to support Kamala Harris for US presidentLocal democrats believe Vice President Kamala Harris is the right choice to be the Democratic Nominee for President after Biden withdrew from the race.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses political violence, rent prices
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses political violence, rent pricesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined Tuesday’s iteration of the KSAT Q&A to discuss political violence days after an attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania.
Political figures react to assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump
Read full article: Political figures react to assassination attempt on former president Donald TrumpSeveral political figures have spoken out regarding the alleged assassination attempt on former United States President Donald Trump on Saturday.
FULL INTERVIEW: Mayoral candidate John Courage wants to ‘continue building’ on current initiatives
Read full article: FULL INTERVIEW: Mayoral candidate John Courage wants to ‘continue building’ on current initiativesCourage sat down with KSAT recently to discuss his vision for the city, which largely includes continuing current initiatives and his track record as a council member.
City leaders host press conference on nonstop flight service from SAT to Washington DC
Read full article: City leaders host press conference on nonstop flight service from SAT to Washington DCMayor Ron Nirenberg and other city leaders held a press conference on Monday to update the ongoing process of fulfilling a long-term goal for a direct flight between San Antonio and Reagan National Airport.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinances
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinancesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss several points that affect San Antonio.
FULL INTERVIEW: San Antonio mayoral candidate Manny Pelaez discusses his vision for San Antonio
Read full article: FULL INTERVIEW: San Antonio mayoral candidate Manny Pelaez discusses his vision for San AntonioThe District 8 councilman sits down with KSAT reporter Garrett Brnger to talk about his aspirations for a different seat at City Hall.
McFarlin Tennis Center celebrates 50th Anniversary with proclamation from Mayor Ron Nirenberg
Read full article: McFarlin Tennis Center celebrates 50th Anniversary with proclamation from Mayor Ron NirenbergThe McFarlin Tennis Center, which has given free entry to those who want to learn the game, was honored for its contributions to the community for half a century.
WATCH LIVE: White House hosts call on President Biden’s border security plan, SA Mayor Nirenberg to speak
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: White House hosts call on President Biden’s border security plan, SA Mayor Nirenberg to speakThe White House will host a regional press call on President Joe Biden’s plan to secure the border at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
SA Mayor Ron Nirenberg, Sheriff Javier Salazar among local officials at White House for immigration announcement
Read full article: SA Mayor Ron Nirenberg, Sheriff Javier Salazar among local officials at White House for immigration announcementSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg will be among the Texas mayors in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday for President Joe Biden’s announcement about the Texas border.
Congressmen, city leaders celebrate next step for direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.
Read full article: Congressmen, city leaders celebrate next step for direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.Sen. Ted Cruz, Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Joaquin Castro joined Mayor Ron Nirenberg and other city leaders to officially announce the fulfillment of a long-term goal for a direct flight between San Antonio and Reagan National Airport.
Mayor Nirenberg, COSA donate 800 backpacks filled with school supplies to Edgewood ISD students
Read full article: Mayor Nirenberg, COSA donate 800 backpacks filled with school supplies to Edgewood ISD studentsSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and his office donated hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies to Edgewood Independent School District students on Tuesday.
Fire contract controversy fizzles out with closed-door discussion
Read full article: Fire contract controversy fizzles out with closed-door discussionFollowing a week of back-and-forth discussions over transparency, leaks, and the fitness of the city attorney, San Antonio City Council members ended up discussing the stalled contract negotiations behind closed doors, just as nearly half of them had already asked.
San Antonio council members flout mayor, demand meeting on stalled fire contract talks
Read full article: San Antonio council members flout mayor, demand meeting on stalled fire contract talksAfter Mayor Ron Nirenberg refused to allow a discussion behind closed doors of the ongoing fire contract negotiations, half the city council joined together to force his hand. But it's not clear if they will get the meeting they want.
Business Journal Exclusive: SA ‘close’ to landing DC flights, Congressman Castro says
Read full article: Business Journal Exclusive: SA ‘close’ to landing DC flights, Congressman Castro saysCongress could approve new legislation in a matter of days, freeing up more slots for flights to and from DCA, and San Antonio has some high-ranking firepower fighting for one of those routes.
Sustainability projects are the focus of Mayor Nirenberg’s youth climate council showcase
Read full article: Sustainability projects are the focus of Mayor Nirenberg’s youth climate council showcaseThe Mayor's Youth Engagement Council for Climate Initiatives will present projects the cohort has worked on over the last school year during a ceremony on May 16 at UTSA's downtown campus.
Vendors confident Cinco de Mayo festivities at Market Square will be tamer than Fiesta
Read full article: Vendors confident Cinco de Mayo festivities at Market Square will be tamer than FiestaAmid the violence seen last weekend during Fiesta De Los Reyes at Market Square, vendors are cautiously preparing for the upcoming Cinco De Mayo celebration, but many say they’re confident this weekend won’t be similar what happened during Fiesta.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg angry about fatal Market Square shooting, says ‘Fiesta is safe’
Read full article: Mayor Ron Nirenberg angry about fatal Market Square shooting, says ‘Fiesta is safe’San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg said he’s angry that state leaders continue to make it easy for dangerous people to access weapons after two men shot and killed each other during the Fiesta De Los Reyes event at Market Square over the weekend. Despite the gun violence, the mayor assures the public that “Fiesta is safe.”
Texas Republicans rue Democrats for dismissing Mayorkas impeachment without trial
Read full article: Texas Republicans rue Democrats for dismissing Mayorkas impeachment without trialMajority Leader Chuck Schumer called the trial the “least legitimate, least substantive, and most politicized impeachment trial in the history of the United States.”
Feds to provide $18 million to agencies providing migrant services in San Antonio, Bexar County
Read full article: Feds to provide $18 million to agencies providing migrant services in San Antonio, Bexar CountyThe federal government will distribute $18 million in grants to five agencies that are providing services to migrants.
Mayor Nirenberg defends Ready to Work! program during State of the City address
Read full article: Mayor Nirenberg defends Ready to Work! program during State of the City addressSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg on Tuesday spent a significant portion of his State of the City address defending the city’s workforce development program, Ready to Work!
Six-figure salaries for San Antonio City Council? Early pay raise talks raise eyebrows among council members
Read full article: Six-figure salaries for San Antonio City Council? Early pay raise talks raise eyebrows among council membersA Charter Review Commission is considering whether to adjust council members' salaries, though voters would have the final say.
San Antonio’s aviation sector expected to soar with rebrand
Read full article: San Antonio’s aviation sector expected to soar with rebrandAs San Antonio continues to soar, the airport’s rebranding and expansion plans symbolize the city’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for air travel and fostering economic growth in the region.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg says city council will look at backup funding plan for Migrant Resource Center
Read full article: Mayor Ron Nirenberg says city council will look at backup funding plan for Migrant Resource CenterSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg is pushing for more help with the Migrant Resource Center and said the bipartisan border security bill could bring relief.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joins President Biden, other South Texas mayors in Brownsville
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joins President Biden, other South Texas mayors in BrownsvilleSan Antonio mayor Ron Nirenberg met with President Joe Biden Thursday in Brownsville in what he called a show of support.
WATCH LIVE: Eagle Pass Border Coalition hosts press conference ahead of visit from former President Donald Trump
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Eagle Pass Border Coalition hosts press conference ahead of visit from former President Donald TrumpThe Eagle Pass Border Coalition will hold a press conference on Thursday morning in response to former President and current presidential candidate Donald Trump’s visit there.
Bexar County DA Gonzales says prosecutors have cut indictment backlog by 11 percent
Read full article: Bexar County DA Gonzales says prosecutors have cut indictment backlog by 11 percentBexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales updated county commissioners on the progress made by the High Risk Intake Team on Tuesday.
San Antonio International Airport receives $30 million in grants for Terminal A upgrades, new terminal
Read full article: San Antonio International Airport receives $30 million in grants for Terminal A upgrades, new terminalThe San Antonio International Airport has received $30 million in grants from the Federal Aviation Administration.