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ERCOT prepping for winter electric demand

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Mural of Spurs-themed vela unveiled in downtown San Antonio

The artist calls it an "emotional gift" to the city.

Vending machine "with heart" sets up in San Antonio

Instead of snacks, the vending machine is stocked with cards representing items needed by nonprofits.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's vice-presidential chances

A prolific fundraiser, the border governor is a Trump loyalist.

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Gap in Latino representation in Hollywood remains

Legendary actress Rita Moreno says she's "so angry" about it.

One of the most comprehensive annual reports examining the state of diversity in Hollywood is out again, and it shows little progress for<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" Latinos in Hollywood" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjMvMTAvMTAvam9obi1sZWd1aXphbW8taG9sbHl3b29kLWxhdGluby1yZXByZXNlbnRhdGlvbj91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249bmV3c2xldHRlcl9heGlvc2xhdGlubyZzdHJlYW09c2NpZW5jZQ/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B270cd65a" data-vars-content-id="b9b3d7bd-c280-4030-8415-f7a11244f6c9" data-vars-headline="Gap in Latino representation in Hollywood remains" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjMvMTAvMTAvam9obi1sZWd1aXphbW8taG9sbHl3b29kLWxhdGluby1yZXByZXNlbnRhdGlvbj91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249bmV3c2xldHRlcl9heGlvc2xhdGlubyZzdHJlYW09c2NpZW5jZQ/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B270cd65a" target="_blank"> Latinos in Hollywood</a>, Astrid Galván of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Axios Latino" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/signup/latino" data-vars-content-id="b9b3d7bd-c280-4030-8415-f7a11244f6c9" data-vars-headline="Gap in Latino representation in Hollywood remains" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/signup/latino" target="_self">Axios Latino</a> writes.The big picture: Latinos have long been underrepresented in Hollywood both <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="behind" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjMvMDUvMDkvd2dhLXN0cmlrZS0yMDIzLWxhdGluby13cml0ZXJzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1uZXdzbGV0dGVyX2F4aW9zbGF0aW5vJnN0cmVhbT1zY2llbmNl/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B05512c89" data-vars-content-id="b9b3d7bd-c280-4030-8415-f7a11244f6c9" data-vars-headline="Gap in Latino representation in Hollywood remains" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjMvMDUvMDkvd2dhLXN0cmlrZS0yMDIzLWxhdGluby13cml0ZXJzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1uZXdzbGV0dGVyX2F4aW9zbGF0aW5vJnN0cmVhbT1zY2llbmNl/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B05512c89" target="_blank">behind</a> and in front of the cameras despite the population&#x27;s growth and<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" buying power." data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjIvMDMvMzEvbGF0aW5vcy1ob2xseXdvb2QtcmVwcmVzZW50YXRpb24tbW92aWVzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1uZXdzbGV0dGVyX2F4aW9zbGF0aW5vJnN0cmVhbT1zY2llbmNl/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B8f8f5bb5" data-vars-content-id="b9b3d7bd-c280-4030-8415-f7a11244f6c9" data-vars-headline="Gap in Latino representation in Hollywood remains" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/33315710.12987/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjIvMDMvMzEvbGF0aW5vcy1ob2xseXdvb2QtcmVwcmVzZW50YXRpb24tbW92aWVzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1uZXdzbGV0dGVyX2F4aW9zbGF0aW5vJnN0cmVhbT1zY2llbmNl/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66B8f8f5bb5" target="_blank"> buying power.</a>

Bar chart showing the share of Latinx leads in scripted shows for the 2021-2022 television season, with broadcast at 6.1%, cable at 3.6%, digital at 4.3%, compared to the 19% representation in the overall population.

Rita Moreno will hit San Antonio stages on Tuesday

The legendary star will appear in two events benefiting the Las Casas Foundation.

Renowned actress, dancer, singer and author Rita Moreno will grace two San Antonio stages on Tuesday for special events hosted by the Las Casas Foundation.Why it matters: Moreno&#x27;s illustrious career includes two Emmys, a Grammy an Oscar and a Tony. She is the only Latina to achieve EGOT status.

Mayor Nirenberg looks to transform San Antonio government

Changes to City Hall could be on the presidential ballot.

Sweeping changes could come to San Antonio city government as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mayor Ron Nirenberg" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/03/03/san-antonio-mayor-ron-nirenberg-travel-abroad-texas" data-vars-content-id="092b1245-f74c-4c11-830c-ce39e92d9b6f" data-vars-headline="Mayor Nirenberg looks to transform San Antonio government" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/03/03/san-antonio-mayor-ron-nirenberg-travel-abroad-texas" target="_self">Mayor Ron Nirenberg</a> rounds out his final term.What&#x27;s happening: The city will consider asking voters to let City Council members serve longer terms and collect higher pay, remove the cap on the city manager&#x27;s pay and tenure, expand the number of council districts and draw council district boundaries more independently.

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Where evictions went up in San Antonio after moratorium ended

Evictions filings jumped throughout San Antonio last year.

Eviction filings in Bexar County skyrocketed past pre-pandemic levels last year, following the sharp decrease in filings during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, new data shows.Driving the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Texas Housers" data-vars-click-url="https://texashousers.org/members/" data-vars-content-id="1ebdee5a-f522-421b-b6db-ef7adbdbd080" data-vars-headline="Where evictions went up in San Antonio after moratorium ended" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://texashousers.org/members/" target="_blank">Texas Housers</a>, a statewide nonprofit supporting affordable housing, last week released a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new data dashboard" data-vars-click-url="https://texashousers.org/bexarcountyevictions/" data-vars-content-id="1ebdee5a-f522-421b-b6db-ef7adbdbd080" data-vars-headline="Where evictions went up in San Antonio after moratorium ended" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://texashousers.org/bexarcountyevictions/" target="_blank">new data dashboard</a> on Bexar County eviction filings from 2018 to 2022.

An orange choropleth map showing 2022 eviction rates by census tract in Bexar County. Some of the worst rates are clustered near Leon Valley, where one census tract saw 31.2% of its households evicted in 2022. In general, rates were higher in lower income areas than affluent ones.

How long it takes to break even on your home in San Antonio

That's longer than the typical advice on how long to stay.

Get comfy, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio homeowners" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/09/29/fixer-upper-houses-stay-market-longer-home-sales" data-vars-content-id="b1cb745d-6781-4622-87fe-f0c209cc7e02" data-vars-headline="How long it takes to break even on your home in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/09/29/fixer-upper-houses-stay-market-longer-home-sales" target="_self">San Antonio homeowners</a>. It could take more than a decade to break even on your purchase, per Zillow data shared exclusively with Axios.Why it matters: That&#x27;s longer than the traditional advice to stay in your home for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="at least five years" data-vars-click-url="https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-long-should-you-live-in-house-before-selling/#:~:text=Though%20five%20years%20is%20a,idea%20of%20your%20breakeven%20point." data-vars-content-id="b1cb745d-6781-4622-87fe-f0c209cc7e02" data-vars-headline="How long it takes to break even on your home in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-long-should-you-live-in-house-before-selling/#:~:text=Though%20five%20years%20is%20a,idea%20of%20your%20breakeven%20point." target="_blank">at least five years</a> to recover purchase costs.

San Antonio homes are staying on the market longer

Buyers are already hampered by climbing mortgage rates.

Sales of San Antonio-area homes declined 3.7% in August compared to a year ago, according to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio Board of Realtors" data-vars-click-url="https://sabor.com/Market-Research-and-Statistics/Market-Statistics/San-Antonio-Area-Market-Report" data-vars-content-id="232d3384-f2d2-4aa6-b96c-9432d8d4b399" data-vars-headline="San Antonio homes are staying on the market longer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://sabor.com/Market-Research-and-Statistics/Market-Statistics/San-Antonio-Area-Market-Report" target="_blank">San Antonio Board of Realtors</a>.Driving the news: Homes are staying on the market longer, for an average of 56 days — up 81% over last year, according to SABOR.

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Spurs' new outdoor space opening in San Antonio

The new space will give the Spurs more opportunities to connect with fans.

Frost Plaza, the Spurs&#x27; new community gathering space, is opening on Sunday with a watch party.Why it matters: The new venue at The Rock shows the Spurs&#x27; dedication to fan engagement and the community as the brand <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="grows into Austin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2023/10/17/san-antonio-spurs-austin-pickleball" data-vars-content-id="f6d41d6a-c43c-4ffa-9a5b-3ce0cc901cc1" data-vars-headline="Spurs&#x27; new outdoor space opening in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2023/10/17/san-antonio-spurs-austin-pickleball" target="_self">grows into Austin</a> and gains more recognition amid the buzz surrounding <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rookie Victor Wembanyama" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/06/27/victor-wembanyama-wemby-san-antonio-economy-culture" data-vars-content-id="f6d41d6a-c43c-4ffa-9a5b-3ce0cc901cc1" data-vars-headline="Spurs&#x27; new outdoor space opening in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/06/27/victor-wembanyama-wemby-san-antonio-economy-culture" target="_self">rookie Victor Wembanyama</a>.

Here's how much it costs to attend a Spurs game this season

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Attending a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spurs game" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/10/19/san-antonio-spurs-culture" data-vars-content-id="45b2be0c-0a01-4222-a229-0b8dbe5976db" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how much it costs to attend a Spurs game this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/10/19/san-antonio-spurs-culture" target="_self">Spurs game</a> could cost you more this year, but San Antonio fans will still pay less than the average NBA fan.Why it matters: The city has been abuzz with hype around <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Victor Wembanyama" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/23/wembanyama-san-antonio-spurs-draft" data-vars-content-id="45b2be0c-0a01-4222-a229-0b8dbe5976db" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how much it costs to attend a Spurs game this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/23/wembanyama-san-antonio-spurs-draft" target="_self">Victor Wembanyama</a>, who is expected to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boost San Antonio&#x27;s visibility" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/06/27/victor-wembanyama-wemby-san-antonio-economy-culture" data-vars-content-id="45b2be0c-0a01-4222-a229-0b8dbe5976db" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how much it costs to attend a Spurs game this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/06/27/victor-wembanyama-wemby-san-antonio-economy-culture" target="_self">boost San Antonio&#x27;s visibility</a> on an international scale.

Texas judge allows woman’s emergency abortion, but higher court temporarily halts it

The woman's pregnancy is threatened by trisomy 18.

A Texas woman was granted permission on Thursday to receive an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="emergency abortion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/12/05/texas-woman-emergency-abortion-ban" data-vars-content-id="ca916093-ed47-45d8-ab48-d0f75e72a16a" data-vars-headline="Texas judge allows woman’s emergency abortion, but higher court temporarily halts it" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/12/05/texas-woman-emergency-abortion-ban" target="_self">emergency abortion</a> despite a restrictive <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="abortion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/health/axios-explains-abortion" data-vars-content-id="ca916093-ed47-45d8-ab48-d0f75e72a16a" data-vars-headline="Texas judge allows woman’s emergency abortion, but higher court temporarily halts it" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/health/axios-explains-abortion" target="_self">abortion</a> ban that went into effect after Roe v. Wade was overturned last June.Why it matters: The ruling, in response to an emergency lawsuit, carves out a notable exception to the ban, but an impending ruling in the Texas Supreme Court will determine future cases.

Judge prohibits Trump-era migrant family separation policy for 8 years

The federal government still can not confirm if more than 1,000 children have been reunited.

A federal judge on Friday banned the separation of families at the U.S. southern border to deter <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="migrants from" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/immigration" data-vars-content-id="aca568a2-048d-4e2a-95c2-9d2aed608529" data-vars-headline="Judge prohibits Trump-era migrant family separation policy for 8 years" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/immigration" target="_self">migrants from</a> entering the country as part of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a settlement" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/10/16/trump-border-separation-biden-settlement" data-vars-content-id="aca568a2-048d-4e2a-95c2-9d2aed608529" data-vars-headline="Judge prohibits Trump-era migrant family separation policy for 8 years" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/10/16/trump-border-separation-biden-settlement" target="_self">a settlement</a> to a Trump-era lawsuit.Why it matters: The judge&#x27;s approval of the settlement may preemptively prevent the controversial policy from resuming during a second Trump presidency, should voters elect him president next year.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents processing people near the U.S.-Mexico border on Dec. 8.

CPS Energy bills to increase in San Antonio after City Council approves rate hike

The council approved another CPS rate hike despite concerns.

Energy bills will increase in the new year after the San Antonio City Council approved the second <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rate hike for CPS Energy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/11/16/cps-energy-seeks-rate-increase-city-council" data-vars-content-id="41c70cb1-de2b-4d22-ad12-adaea513d074" data-vars-headline="CPS Energy bills to increase in San Antonio after City Council approves rate hike" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/11/16/cps-energy-seeks-rate-increase-city-council" target="_self">rate hike for CPS Energy</a> in two years.Why it matters: Utility officials have said the additional income will allow them to meet community expectations around <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reduced carbon emissions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/01/24/cps-energy-san-antonio-close-spruce-coal-plant" data-vars-content-id="41c70cb1-de2b-4d22-ad12-adaea513d074" data-vars-headline="CPS Energy bills to increase in San Antonio after City Council approves rate hike" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/01/24/cps-energy-san-antonio-close-spruce-coal-plant" target="_self">reduced carbon emissions</a>, reliability amid extreme weather and more.

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San Antonio, Texas face some of highest food insecurity in the nation

The San Antonio Food Bank is seeing pandemic-level demand.

As Texans prepare to celebrate the holidays, some San Antonians are still struggling to put food on the table.What&#x27;s happening: The San Antonio Food Bank has seen pandemic-level demand over the last year, president and CEO Eric Cooper tells Axios.

Details emerge in Austin and San Antonio shootings

Police say they did not realize the crimes were connected until the final shooting.

Tragic details emerged Wednesday about some of the victims of what police describe as a shooting rampage that stretched from near San Antonio to Austin.<ul><li>The attacks Tuesday left six people dead, two police officers and a bicyclist wounded and communities in shock.</li></ul>

"Sad and scary" week of San Antonio restaurant closings

San Antonio's restaurant scene was hit with a wave of sad announcements this week.

San Antonio&#x27;s restaurant scene was hit with a wave of closing announcements this week.What&#x27;s happening: Michoacan-style restaurant <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Carnitas Lonja" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0e2rz4RmHy/" data-vars-content-id="93ada8ac-26a6-4d4f-8617-9a240ed6494c" data-vars-headline="&quot;Sad and scary&quot; week of San Antonio restaurant closings" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0e2rz4RmHy/" target="_blank">Carnitas Lonja</a>, brunch favorite <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sangria on the Burg" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0dE7VbMQIB/" data-vars-content-id="93ada8ac-26a6-4d4f-8617-9a240ed6494c" data-vars-headline="&quot;Sad and scary&quot; week of San Antonio restaurant closings" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0dE7VbMQIB/" target="_blank">Sangria on the Burg</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sari-Sari Supper Club" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0W9LECxdhF/?img_index=1" data-vars-content-id="93ada8ac-26a6-4d4f-8617-9a240ed6494c" data-vars-headline="&quot;Sad and scary&quot; week of San Antonio restaurant closings" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0W9LECxdhF/?img_index=1" target="_blank">Sari-Sari Supper Club</a>, a Filipino spot, each posted their farewells to their customers on social media.

What Texas' Latino voters want in 2024

Inflation and cost of living are top concerns.

Latino civil rights organizations are urging political parties, politicians and media outlets to pay closer attention to the power of Latino voters in next year&#x27;s elections.Why it matters: The composition of the Texas Latino electorate will look different this election cycle, per data from nonprofits UnidosUS and Mi Familia Vota.

Illustration of a pattern of “I voted” stickers in Spanish and English.

San Antonio's new hospital for women and children opens

The new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="University Health Women&#x27;s and Children&#x27;s Hospital" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/07/26/new-hospital-women-children-san-antonio-university-health" data-vars-content-id="fcbd81dc-cefc-47fe-b233-7a03ff2058d5" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s new hospital for women and children opens" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/07/26/new-hospital-women-children-san-antonio-university-health" target="_self">University Health Women&#x27;s and Children&#x27;s Hospital</a> is officially open after a long and meticulous morning of moving on Tuesday.Why it matters: The new hospital offers specialized, regional care in one location — the first in South Texas to do so.

School voucher push fails in Texas, for now

Lawmakers ended their fourth special session in Austin on Tuesday.

The push in Texas to give some families taxpayer money for private education and homeschooling has failed after two special sessions devoted to the matter.<ul><li>An effort to increase funding for public schools also failed.</li></ul>

San Antonio landowner sues Toyota, city over housing plan

The lawsuit was filed after an affordable housing development was stymied.

A local property owner is accusing Toyota Motor Manufacturing and the city of San Antonio of entering into an illegal agreement that gives the car maker influence over some zoning changes near the South Side automotive plant.Why it matters: Fermin Rajunov, owner of Southside Affordable Development, had planned to sell 34 acres to a developer who would build an affordable, multifamily housing project at the intersection of State Highway 16 and Watson Road, a historically underserved part of the city.

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Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Gift shopping, holiday movies

Here's what's going on around the Alamo City this weekend.

Things to Do

Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s going on around San Antonio this weekend.See <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;It&#x27;s a Wonderful Vida&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.teatroaudaz.com/events/its-a-wonderful-vida" data-vars-content-id="7d036426-e706-460d-ba1d-f8a3bec275cf" data-vars-headline="Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Gift shopping, holiday movies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.teatroaudaz.com/events/its-a-wonderful-vida" target="_blank">&quot;It&#x27;s a Wonderful Vida&quot;</a> at McCreless Theater at San Antonio College. The play takes a satirical look at Mexican Americans during Christmas in 1957 in Corpus Christi.

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San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll running weekend guide

Here's what to know — even if you're not running.

San Antonio&#x27;s biggest running event of the year returns Friday.What&#x27;s happening: Roughly 17,000 runners are registered to participate in the 15th year of the Rock &#x27;n&#x27; Roll Running Series, event organizers tell Axios.

San Antonio's new holiday event lands on Houston Street

The new tradition ushers in a list of activities.

The Riverwalk has been a longstanding focal point of San Antonio&#x27;s holiday scenery, but <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Holidays on Houston Street" data-vars-click-url="https://www.visitsanantonio.com/holidays/holidays-on-houston/" data-vars-content-id="1e3d8dcd-fdb6-4ecc-89e1-2c8dd3561837" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s new holiday event lands on Houston Street" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.visitsanantonio.com/holidays/holidays-on-houston/" target="_blank">Holidays on Houston Street</a> is poised to be the city&#x27;s next major Christmas tradition.What they did: Centro San Antonio, the City of San Antonio and Visit San Antonio collaborated on the inaugural event.

Guide to San Antonio's Christmas light displays and events

San Antonio's holiday season is brimming with enchanting events.

San Antonio&#x27;s holiday season is brimming with enchanting events, whether it&#x27;s a new happening, a cost-free date night or a cherished tradition.What&#x27;s happening: We&#x27;ve rounded up a guide to some of the city&#x27;s biggest events.

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Lonesome Rose celebrates 5 years on St. Mary's Strip

The honky tonk made it through construction and five years.

The Lonesome Rose, the local music hub and bar off the St. Mary&#x27;s Strip, is celebrating its fifth anniversary this week with a series of events and specials.The big picture: It didn&#x27;t take long for the Lonesome Rose to become a go-to on the Strip for local live music.

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Houston Street holiday business pop-ups open this week

The shops will be open until the end of the year.

Three small business owners will have a risk-free chance to operate a brick-and-mortar store this holiday season through a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Centro San Antonio" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/09/01/downtown-activity-pandemic" data-vars-content-id="4399d83e-b22d-4951-8dbb-81426e434e81" data-vars-headline="Houston Street holiday business pop-ups open this week" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/09/01/downtown-activity-pandemic" target="_self">Centro San Antonio</a> initiative.Why it matters: The program serves as an incubator for San Antonio businesses, promotes shopping local during the holidays and revitalizes vacant downtown property during a season of increased foot traffic.

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Spurs' new restaurant Roca & Martillo led by chef Jason Dady

The Tuscan-inspired restaurant is set to open in the spring.

A new cornerstone has been laid at The Rock with the unveiling of details for the campus restaurant, Roca &amp; Martillo.Context: The Rock is the new campus owned by the Spurs, which is home to the team&#x27;s new practice facility, a green space, a dog park and more.

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Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama inspires vela-themed cocktail

The Wemby cocktail in a vela comes with a prayer.

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The owners of Picks, Pink Shark and Sore Loser are mixing prayers and pours with a new cocktail served in a Victor Wembanyama-themed vela.What they did: Jessica Martinez, co-owner with wife Amber Hernandez, collaborated with local artist Silvy Ochoa to design the saintly art on the Wemby Cocktail glass.

San Antonio restaurants, destinations offering Veterans Day deals

San Antonio has deals on thrills and eats this Veterans Day.

San Antonio will salute veterans with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a parade" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sanantonioriverwalk.com/event/san-antonio-veterans-day-parade/" data-vars-content-id="80fd8291-5aac-4b7c-a002-35ecc03e9957" data-vars-headline="San Antonio restaurants, destinations offering Veterans Day deals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sanantonioriverwalk.com/event/san-antonio-veterans-day-parade/" target="_blank">a parade</a> on Saturday, kicking off from Milam Park at 11am.<ul><li>There will also be a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="daylong festival" data-vars-click-url="https://hemisfair.org/veteransday/" data-vars-content-id="80fd8291-5aac-4b7c-a002-35ecc03e9957" data-vars-headline="San Antonio restaurants, destinations offering Veterans Day deals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://hemisfair.org/veteransday/" target="_blank">daylong festival</a> at Hemisfair, featuring a Black Hawk flyover and a patriotic drone show.</li></ul>

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Readers' choices for coffee shops in San Antonio

From art to remote work, S.A. coffee shops offer plenty.

We asked Axios San Antonio <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="newsletter readers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="1bdd7a69-9c02-4837-8895-f21154a8f976" data-vars-headline="Readers&#x27; choices for coffee shops in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-san-antonio" target="_self">newsletter readers</a> for some of their favorite coffee shops in town.Here&#x27;s what they had to say:

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New coffee shop Crème at Creamery opening near Pearl

A week of deals will sweeten the opening beginning Monday.

Crème Coffee &amp; Social, a Parisian-inspired cafe, is opening soon at The Creamery, the former Borden Dairy facility revitalized into a mixed-use development near Pearl.What&#x27;s happening: The shop is currently in a soft opening phase, selling coffees, wine, pastries and more. The grand opening is Monday.

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New food options for Spurs games at Frost Bank Center

Food and Drink

The Spurs have a new roster, new home court name and a new food menu to match.What&#x27;s happening: Spurs Sports and Entertainment hosted a media tour of the arena&#x27;s new food options at Frost Bank Center ahead of the season.

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