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Rain Threat Spreads From California to Texas This Weekend

Rain Threat Spreads From California to Texas This Weekend

A powerful storm pattern is expected to bring rain and gusty winds across parts of the United States this weekend and into Monday. The system will begin in the West on Friday, with an atmospheric river splitting into two and a cold front bringing heavy rain to Central and Southern California. Storms will then move east toward Texas, where San Antonio, Houston and Corpus Christi face a Level 1 out of 4 flash flood threat. Kalshi's precipitation estimates show high rain chances in Seattle (99%), San Francisco (94%), San Antonio (86%) and Dallas (84%), while Phoenix has a 54% chance.

Rural Texas Families Face Extensive Travel for Neonatal Care in San Antonio

Rural Texas Families Face Extensive Travel for Neonatal Care in San Antonio

Families residing in rural communities surrounding San Antonio often endure travel times of up to four hours to access specialized neonatal care. While Bexar County boasts 10 neonatal hospitals, ranging from Level 1 to Level 4, many of the 22 surrounding counties lack higher-level neonatal services. This disparity forces parents, like Julissa Rios from Del Rio, to make weekly trips to San Antonio for necessary medical attention during high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Isabel Basaldu-Prado, medical director of the neonatal intensive care unit at Mission Trail Baptist Hospital, confirms that their facility regularly treats patients from outlying communities. She attributes the lack of specialized care in rural areas to financial constraints, staffing shortages, and insufficient demand to justify establishing such facilities.

Pizza Ranch to Open in San Antonio, Expanding Midwest Buffet Chain's Presence

Pizza Ranch to Open in San Antonio, Expanding Midwest Buffet Chain's Presence

Pizza Ranch to Open in San Antonio, Expanding Midwest Buffet Chain's Presence

Peter J. Holt and Walter J. Embrey, Jr. Inducted into Texas Business Hall of Fame for Business Acumen and Philanthropy

Peter J. Holt and Walter J. Embrey, Jr. Inducted into Texas Business Hall of Fame for Business Acumen and Philanthropy

Peter J. Holt and Walter J. Embrey, Jr. Inducted into Texas Business Hall of Fame for Business Acumen and Philanthropy

WWE Plans Significant Milestones and Special Attractions for Early 2027 RAW Episode

WWE Plans Significant Milestones and Special Attractions for Early 2027 RAW Episode

WWE Plans Significant Milestones and Special Attractions for Early 2027 RAW Episode

FEMA Administrator Hamilton Proposes Shifting Disaster Responsibility to States, Raising Concerns Over Local Impact

FEMA Administrator Hamilton Proposes Shifting Disaster Responsibility to States, Raising Concerns Over Local Impact

FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton has outlined plans to reduce state and local dependence on federal disaster assistance. In an October 15 memo, Hamilton called for stronger state emergency management capabilities and greater responsibility for preparedness and recovery. These proposals echo recommendations from President Trump’s FEMA Review Council, which suggested giving states and private insurers more responsibility for disaster response. The Council has also proposed raising the bar for federal disaster declarations and requiring states to spend more before requesting federal aid. An analysis by the Council indicated that 29% of disasters declared between 2012 and 2025 would not have met an inflation-adjusted indicator, though these events accounted for only 0.69% of federal funding. Critics argue that while building state capacity is a worthy goal, simply shifting responsibility may not reduce overall damage and expense, but rather transfer the financial burden from Washington to local communities....

Kearney Leaders Launch Community Survey on Flock Camera Usage Amidst Public Debate

Kearney Leaders Launch Community Survey on Flock Camera Usage Amidst Public Debate

Kearney, Missouri, city leaders have initiated a community survey to gather resident feedback on the use of Flock automated license plate reader cameras. This move follows a recent community meeting and comes shortly after nearby Excelsior Springs, Missouri, decided to discontinue its use of Flock cameras due to resident concerns. The survey asks residents to select a statement reflecting their stance on the cameras and provides an open-ended question for suggestions on safeguards or restrictions. Currently, Kearney operates 14 Flock cameras across the city, which capture an average of 46,000 license plate reads daily. The city police department has confirmed these figures. Should the Board of Aldermen decide to remove the cameras, a resolution would need to be passed, and the city would still be obligated to pay the remaining balance of its multi-year contract with Flock.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries Hosts Mental Wellness Event in San Antonio to Combat Stigma and Expand Resources

Methodist Healthcare Ministries Hosts Mental Wellness Event in San Antonio to Combat Stigma and Expand Resources

Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. (MHM) recently hosted 'Nurturing Our Well-Being: A Celebration of Mental Health' at its Dixon Health & Wellness Center in San Antonio. The free event attracted over 200 community members and was designed to promote mental wellness, reduce the stigma associated with mental health challenges, and connect individuals and families with essential health and community resources. Activities included chair yoga, drum circles, and dance fitness classes, alongside opportunities for attendees to engage with MHM and partners like the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit. The initiative is part of MHM’s broader commitment to supporting whole-person health. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), over one in five U.S. adults experienced a mental illness in 2022, highlighting the critical need for such community-based support and awareness efforts.

VIA Metropolitan Transit Reports Significant Ridership Growth Following Service Improvements

VIA Metropolitan Transit Reports Significant Ridership Growth Following Service Improvements

VIA Metropolitan Transit in San Antonio has reported a 10.1% surge in ridership from January through August compared to the same period last year, according to data from the Federal Transit Administration. This growth is attributed to the agency's 'Better Bus Plan,' a five-year overhaul initiated in April of last year. The plan has involved increasing the frequency of 38 routes, extending hours for at least 11 routes, and aims to reduce wait times to 30 minutes or less across the entire network. VIA's President and CEO, Jon Gary Herrera, stated that the agency is 70% complete with the plan and has set an ambitious goal of reaching 50 million annual rides within seven years. The success follows a period of decline, with ridership plummeting during the 2010s and further impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency has also overcome a driver shortage, now employing 1,050 full-time drivers, up from 842 in June 2025.

Movements' 'Happier Now' Tour Energizes San Antonio Crowd with Diverse Rock Acts

Movements' 'Happier Now' Tour Energizes San Antonio Crowd with Diverse Rock Acts

Movements' 'Happier Now' Tour Energizes San Antonio Crowd with Diverse Rock Acts

Mare e Monte Italian Restaurant in San Antonio Exemplifies 'Unreasonable Hospitality'

Mare e Monte Italian Restaurant in San Antonio Exemplifies 'Unreasonable Hospitality'

Mare e Monte Italian Restaurant in San Antonio Exemplifies 'Unreasonable Hospitality'

Phoebe Bridgers Extends ‘Lost Tour’ With 25 Additional North American Dates in 2027

Phoebe Bridgers Extends ‘Lost Tour’ With 25 Additional North American Dates in 2027

Anyone who lost out on “Lost Tour” tickets during the initial run of Phoebe Bridgers’ trek through U.S. arenas this fall will have 25 more shots at seeing a show in North America early next year. Bridgers announced the addendum to the highly successful outing Thursday, with tickets going on sale next week. Of the […]