Mortgage rates remain stubborn amid Fed’s interest rate maneuvers

A more important benchmark is the yield on 10-year U.S. Treasury notes.  That yield reflects what investors demand for locking in money long-term — and mortgage lenders often tie their rates to it.  Inflation, or expectations about future inflation, plays a big role. If investors think inflation will stay high, they’ll insist on higher long-term … Read more

Uvalde Police, DA won’t oppose venue change for former officer facing charges in 2022 school shooting

Officials in Uvalde will not oppose moving Adrian Gonzales’ trial, linked to the Robb Elementary shooting. UVALDE, Texas — Some officials in Uvalde say they will not oppose a change of venue for a former school officer facing charges in the Robb Elementary School shooting in  2022. Adrian Gonzales is indicted on 29 counts of … Read more

The history of San Antonio’s Mi Tierra Café: A legacy of family, culture and flavor

Mi Tierra Café, run by the Cortez family since 1941, connects visitors and locals and tourists with its authentic Mexican cuisine and cultural charm. SAN ANTONIO — When visitors come to San Antonio for the first time, they are often told there are three “must see” places they should visit: The Alamo, the Riverwalk and … Read more

Tom Hanks makes good on promise to Portland typewriter shop

Tom Hanks visited Portland’s Type Space two years ago. The shop now has an autographed typewriter from the Oscar winner’s personal collection that visitors can use. PORTLAND, Ore. — When Tom Hanks stopped by Type Space in Southeast Portland two years ago, owner Antony Valoppi figured the story ended with the Oscar winner walking out the … Read more