A new city law ensures that construction contractors who don’t do a good job on road work and other projects will be disqualified from future bid opportunities. Passed by City Council on Thursday, the responsible bidders ordinance allows city staff to refuse bids from contractors that previously did not meet expectations on a project, did … Read more
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt told reporters Friday that he is baffled over how $12.7 million of his money has gone missing from a local private investment firm that authorities are investigating as part of a massive fraud that began more than a decade ago. Bolt also said he has … Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge eased further in December, and consumer spending fell — the latest evidence that the Fed’s series of interest rate hikes are slowing the economy. Prices rose 5% last month from a year earlier, down from the 5.5% year-over-year increase in November. It was the third straight … Read more
Following three victories in a row, the LA Clippers needed a win against the San Antonio Spurs. The game plan was straightforward, as the goal was to end this contest by halftime. This meant players outside of superstars Kawhi Leonard, and Paul George would have to contribute significantly. Furthermore, the LA Clippers coerced an enormous … Read more
Austin’s design commission was not satisfied with the plans.
The city of San Antonio is poised to receive more than $3 million through a proposed settlement of a long-running court battle with Time Warner Cable. The settlement requires the approval of City Council, which is slated to vote on it Thursday. The city attorney’s office has recommended council members approve the settlement “to avoid … Read more
Fiiz Drinks is coming soon to Broadway. Photo: Courtesy of Rachel Jones A Utah-based speciality soda shop will debut in San Antonio next month. Driving the news: Fiiz Drinks plans to open at 3521 Broadway St., near Brackenridge Park, on Feb. 24. The local installment is owned by San Antonio residents Rachel and Nate Jones … Read more