Texas Senate approves bill swapping STAAR exam for three shorter tests

The tests would be administered at the beginning, middle and end of the school year. But the proposal’s fate is unclear with the House in limbo. THE TEXAS TRIBUNE – The Texas Senate on Tuesday advanced a proposal to scrap STAAR, the end-of-the-year state standardized test that parents and teachers widely criticize for putting enormous pressure … Read more

Amazon rolling out same-day delivery of fresh food in more than 1,000 cities, including SA

Perishable food items can be checked-out in the same online cart alongside other items. SAN ANTONIO — Amazon hopes its new roll-out will streamline your online grocery shopping experience to get same-day delivery of fresh food to your door. The online retail giant is targeting more than 1,000 cities in the effort, including San Antonio. … Read more

Project Marvel debate heats up. San Antonio Mayor speaks on ‘strategic pause.’ Spurs’ downtown arena plan in doubt? | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — The mayor of San Antonio’s recent comments have sparked debate over the proposed San Antonio Spurs downtown arena project.  Host Jeff Garcia and guest Sweep The League’s Rudy Campos analyze the mayor’s call for a pause, comparing San Antonio’s situation to other NBA markets. They dissect the Spurs’ $1 billion commitment, including … Read more

Taylor Swift will appear on her boyfriend’s ‘New Heights’ podcast. Here’s how to tune in.

In a teaser for the episode, Swift shows off the vinyl for her newly-announced album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” NEW YORK — Taylor Swift’s latest era is almost upon us. The superstar isn’t just releasing new music — she’s appearing Wednesday on “New Heights” for the first time. Part of the rollout for Tuesday’s … Read more

‘There is no holdup’ | San Antonio councilman Marc Whyte clarifies the process on Project Marvel, new Spurs arena

“The mayor’s call for delay is really misguided,” said District 10 councilmember Marc Whyte with 94.1 San Antonio Sports Star. SAN ANTONIO — There has been considerable misunderstanding regarding the proposed sports and entertainment district, known as Project Marvel, before moving forward with the plan.  San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones says she wants more … Read more