End of an era: San Antonio’s Pat O’Brien’s to close after more than 20 years

Their last day of service will be Sunday, August 31. SAN ANTONIO — After more than two decades, a San Antonio nightlife staple has announced its permanently closing its doors this month. Pat O’ Brien’s announced their last day of service will be Sunday, August 31.  The bar first opened in 2003 seemingly bringing the … Read more

SAPD shares new photos, video of man wanted in connection to June double-murder outside San Antonio bar

SAPD has released the identity of a suspect believed to have fatally shot two people outside the Luna Bar and Lounge. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department has shared photos of a man suspected in the fatal shooting of two men outside of a north-side bar earlier this summer.  At around 5:30 a.m. … Read more

Former Democratic leader who led 2003 walkout says current Texas redistricting fight has “strong parallels”

2003 walkout leader weighs in as 2025 redistricting showdown reignites – says the “stakes are higher now.” HOUSTON — More than two decades after leading a dramatic walkout to block a Republican redistricting plan, former Texas House Democratic Caucus Chairman Jim Dunnam is speaking out as history repeats itself. Dunnam was at the center of … Read more

Live streamer arrested for allegedly shooting someone with a paintball gun near Lady Bird Lake

Amaris Sampson, known online as “Xena the Witch,” has been charged with two misdemeanors in connection with the incident. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin police have arrested a woman they say shot someone with a paintball gun while livestreaming near Lady Bird Lake. The Austin Police Department (APD) said just before 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. … Read more

Austin in Austin | Actor Austin Butler serves up drinks at local bar

AUSTIN, Texas — Visitors to one East Austin bar might have been surprised to see the person serving their drinks Wednesday night. Following an advanced screening of his new film, “Caught Stealing,” Golden Globe winner Austin Butler hopped behind the bar at Dirty Bill’s on Rio Grande Street.  Austin-based Fons PR shared video of Butler’s … Read more