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For many people across Texas, there's no better way to start the morning than with the aroma of sweet, buttery, freshly baked pan dulce, or Mexican sweet bread.

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06.03.2026 14:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friday, one of San Antonio’s most eclectic bands Buttercup is playing at the Empire Theater.

Also, Friday in Boerne at the Cibolo Center for Conservation: a family night hike.

Then on Saturday at the Majestic Theater, catch the band Chicago, formed in 1967.

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06.03.2026 09:05 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Nasdaq rang its ceremonial opening bell at Alamo Plaza on Thursday as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, company leaders, and business executives gathered to mark the launch of Nasdaq Texas and the first time the exchange broadcast its weekday market-opening ceremony.

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06.03.2026 04:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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In an 8-2 vote, San Antonio City Council approved a resolution directing city staff to explore zoning changes and a possible moratorium on private detention facilities.

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06.03.2026 03:03 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales has acknowledged having an extramarital affair with a former staffer who later died by suicide, as the House Ethics Committee investigates allegations involving the relationship.

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06.03.2026 02:01 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Based on the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, where a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School, β€œThe Mural” is a novel that explores themes of violent radicalism and the healing power of the protagonist and his lover.

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06.03.2026 01:27 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The National Weather Service says San Antonio could see thunderstorms and periods of heavy rain starting later this week and continuing into early next week.

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06.03.2026 01:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Court documents reveal domestic violence history of Austin shooting suspect

A court-documented history of family violence didn't bar the suspect in the West Sixth Street shooting from owning guns under Texas law.

06.03.2026 00:42 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump fires Kristi Noem as DHS chief, names Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace her

Stepping in as acting secretary is GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma who Trump said had "Wisdom and Courage required to Advance our America First Agenda."

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Local college presidents gathered downtown on Wednesday to announce their joint commitment to boosting the number of college graduates living in San Antonio.

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05.03.2026 16:51 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Cecilia Vasquez, SAWS vice president of customer experience and strategic initiatives, presented three different budget possibilities to the board on Tuesday, including the recommended option to adopt a full proposed budget.

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05.03.2026 14:03 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The U.S. House Ethics Committee announced Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Republican from Texas CD-23, following allegations involving his conduct toward a former staff member in his congressional office.

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05.03.2026 01:23 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neither Sen. John Cornyn nor Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton cleared the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff, extending a costly and bitter fight until May 26.

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05.03.2026 00:20 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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In the redrawn District 35, there will be runoffs on both sides of the aisle. No candidate in either crowded field was able to crack the 50 percent vote threshold needed to secure their party’s nomination for the November election.

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04.03.2026 23:07 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa wins Democratic nomination, will face Gov. Greg Abbott in November

A win for Greg Abbott in November would put the Republican on track to becoming the longest serving governor of Texas. For Democrat Gina Hinojosa, an Austin-area Texas House member, a win would break a 30-plus year Republican streak in the office.

04.03.2026 10:13 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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First-term Republican State Rep. Marc LaHood has once again prevailed in the GOP primary following a heated and expensive race to represent House District 121 in the Texas House of Representatives.

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04.03.2026 09:27 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Eight candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Bexar County district attorney, with Luz Elena Chapa and Jane Davis advancing to a runoff after finishing as the top two vote-getters.

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04.03.2026 08:52 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As of 8:27 p.m., with early voting totals reported, Nirenberg had 62% of the vote compared with Sakai’s 38%, according to results from the Bexar County Elections Department.

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04.03.2026 08:10 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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The race to represent Texas’ 21st Congressional District in the U.S. House will pit Republican Mark Teixeira against Democrat Kristin Hook in November.

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04.03.2026 07:18 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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The race to replace retiring State Rep. Ray Lopez in Texas House District 125 is headed to a Democratic runoff.

Adrian Reyna, a former middle school teacher, will face former Bexar County Constable Michelle Barrientes Vela on May 26.

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04.03.2026 06:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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John Cornyn leads Ken Paxton as GOP Senate primary appears headed to runoff

Sen. John Cornyn built an early lead against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, based on initial results from across the state, which showed they likely are headed for a runoff.

04.03.2026 05:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Scandal-battered Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales survived his primary fight and will advance to a May 26 runoff against challenger Brandon Herrera, keeping alive his bid for a fourth term in one of the nation’s most closely watched House races.

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04.03.2026 05:41 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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James Talarico holds slim lead against Jasmine Crockett in Democratic primary for U.S. Senate

Talarico and Crockett, competing for a place on November ballots in Texas, are seeking to give Democrats their first win in a statewide election in more than 30 years.

04.03.2026 05:36 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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As of 8:27 p.m., with early voting totals reported, Nirenberg had 62% of the vote compared with Sakai’s 38%, according to results from the Bexar County Elections Department.

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04.03.2026 02:37 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Texas Primary Election Night is here! Your TPR News Team is ready for tonight. Go to TPR.org for latest results.

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Austin police say they feel confident in SXSW security plans after West Sixth shooting

Austin Police Chief Linda Davis said she is confident her department has the resources it needs to ensure "a safe festival season" after a deadly shooting at a West Sixth Street bar.

03.03.2026 20:23 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The City of San Antonio named Shanon Miller, its director of historic preservation, the new chief overseer of downtown development and operations.

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03.03.2026 18:21 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Polls close Tuesday at 7 p.m. Follow live primary election results from races across Bexar County and statewide in Texas. Vote totals will update throughout the evening as precincts report.

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03.03.2026 16:36 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Trump administration is tightening the H-1B visa program in ways that supporters say will protect U.S. workers, but critics warn could make it harder for hospitals, tech firms, universities and other employers to fill hard-to-staff positions.

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03.03.2026 13:36 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Mexican drug cartels use of weaponized drones causing concern on the border

Mexican drug cartels have added weaponized drones to their arsenal, turning cheap commercial drones into tools for assassination and battlefield-style attacks. This development is driving U.S. counter drone efforts on the border.

03.03.2026 10:57 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1