Austin woman’s nonprofit saves dogs by relocating them from crowded Texas shelters to northern states

Susan Patterson is the founder of Take Me Home Transport, a nonprofit that moves dogs from overcrowded Central Texas shelters to partner shelters in northern states. AUSTIN, Texas — As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary this summer, one Austin woman has spent more than a decade quietly doing her part to make … Read more

Fiesta de los Reyes kicks off at Historic Market Square with new gate fee set to take effect Sunday

Fiesta de los Reyes kicks off Friday at Historic Market Square with music, food, and dancing. New security measures and entry fees start later this weekend. SAN ANTONIO — One of Fiesta’s largest celebrations begins at noon Friday at Historic Market Square, launching several days of music, food and dancing, along with some new changes … Read more

SA designer invited to Coachella by Karol G’s team returns home to business setback before Fiesta

A major moment at Coachella quickly turned into uncertainty for a San Antonio small business owner. SAN ANTONIO — Just days ago, Melissa Rojas was in California representing San Antonio on a bigger stage than ever before. The owner of “Chasing Camila,” a brand named after her daughter, had been invited by Karol G’s team … Read more

San Antonio Park Police patrol River Walk to keep Fiesta celebrations safe and clean

Park police work with all downtown businesses to keep events running as safe and smooth as possible. SAN ANTONIO — The party with a purpose is in full swing across San Antonio, and especially downtown where multiple Fiesta events will take place over the next week and a half. And law enforcement all over town … Read more

San Antonio’s Mama’s Cafe revamped with comfort classics in full scratch kitchen | Neighborhood Eats

The well-known staple is part of the Lawton Family of Restaurants. SAN ANTONIO — Since reopening in 2021, a well-known San Antonio staple has been blending nostalgia with a fresh, modern menu. Mama’s Cafe on Nacogdoches Road is a fixture that many San Antonians remember but this restaurant has been remodeled and revamped with head … Read more

Hunting for your next Fiesta medal? Bexar County firefighters are hiding them at local businesses

Pictures they posted show them hiding the medals in nearby trees, phone booths, and cart areas. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — Looking for your next Fiesta medal? Some Bexar County firefighters are your new supplier.  The Bexar County 2 Fire Department posted on Facebook about placing Fiesta medals across the area, hoping to be taken home … Read more

Director Robert Rodriguez embarking on new territory for his next movie

The San Antonio native and filmmaker behind “Spy Kids” and “Desperado” teased his next project on social media. SAN ANTONIO — Robert Rodriguez established himself as a Hollywood renegade from the start, making use of scant monetary resources to deliver an indie standout with “El Mariachi” before going on to toy with genre expectations no … Read more