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Anthropic's models compromised real-world systems during testing

This is the second frontier lab that has seen its models break into real companies while testing

Technology

Some of Anthropic&#x27;s most powerful models — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="including Mythos 5" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/anthropic-mythos-class-safeguards" data-vars-content-id="1e8dd4e9-24f3-4e7d-a8a3-8f7d0be27a4a" data-vars-headline="Anthropic&#x27;s models compromised real-world systems during testing" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/anthropic-mythos-class-safeguards" target="_self">including Mythos 5</a> and an internal research model — gained unauthorized access to real-world systems during pre-deployment cybersecurity testing, the company said Thursday.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="OpenAI&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/28/hugging-face-openai-cybersecurity-defense" data-vars-content-id="1e8dd4e9-24f3-4e7d-a8a3-8f7d0be27a4a" data-vars-headline="Anthropic&#x27;s models compromised real-world systems during testing" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/28/hugging-face-openai-cybersecurity-defense" target="_self">OpenAI&#x27;s</a> and Anthropic&#x27;s latest disclosures show frontier AI models reaching real-world systems during safety testing, raising new questions about how labs secure their evaluation environments.

Trump touts "historic" agreement to disarm Hamas, rebuild Gaza

Israeli officials remain deeply skeptical Hamas will follow through on its commitments.

World

President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="eb1e6457-ad3b-4870-9c77-ef3c143964ae" data-vars-headline="Trump touts &quot;historic&quot; agreement to disarm Hamas, rebuild Gaza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> announced Thursday that his <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Board of Peace" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/07/gaza-board-peace-meeting-trump-dc" data-vars-content-id="eb1e6457-ad3b-4870-9c77-ef3c143964ae" data-vars-headline="Trump touts &quot;historic&quot; agreement to disarm Hamas, rebuild Gaza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/07/gaza-board-peace-meeting-trump-dc" target="_self">Board of Peace</a> had reached an agreement with Hamas to disarm and transfer civilian and security control of Gaza to a new Palestinian technocratic government.Why it matters: If implemented, the agreement would represent a dramatic breakthrough in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump&#x27;s 20-point Gaza peace plan" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/gaza-peace-plan-hamas-control-board-peace" data-vars-content-id="eb1e6457-ad3b-4870-9c77-ef3c143964ae" data-vars-headline="Trump touts &quot;historic&quot; agreement to disarm Hamas, rebuild Gaza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/gaza-peace-plan-hamas-control-board-peace" target="_self">Trump&#x27;s 20-point Gaza peace plan</a> and clear the way for reconstruction of the devastated enclave.

Inside Trump's Senate playbook

Trump's approach: persuade, ignore or bully.

Politics & Policy

President Trump has three go-to moves for GOP senators who <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="frustrate him" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/senate-republicans-trump-john-thune-reconciliation" data-vars-content-id="0bcc59a9-f82b-4ce0-9c6e-0cb07bb6be45" data-vars-headline="Inside Trump&#x27;s Senate playbook" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/senate-republicans-trump-john-thune-reconciliation" target="_self">frustrate him</a>: persuade them when he can, ignore them when he must and bully them at will.Why it matters: The approach doesn&#x27;t always produce results. But it almost always <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="provides drama" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/trump-senate-republicans-maga-budget-bill" data-vars-content-id="0bcc59a9-f82b-4ce0-9c6e-0cb07bb6be45" data-vars-headline="Inside Trump&#x27;s Senate playbook" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/trump-senate-republicans-maga-budget-bill" target="_self">provides drama</a>.

Bessent sets stage for Xi visit in high-level China talk

The Chinese leader is set to meet with Trump in September.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer held a high-level video call with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="China&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/world/china" data-vars-content-id="bc25497b-cb12-4d31-9223-fac7e5d7dfaa" data-vars-headline="Bessent sets stage for Xi visit in high-level China talk" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/world/china" target="_self">China&#x27;s</a> vice premier to prepare for the September visit of its president, Xi Jinping, Axios has learned.Why it matters: The call sets the stage for President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="bc25497b-cb12-4d31-9223-fac7e5d7dfaa" data-vars-headline="Bessent sets stage for Xi visit in high-level China talk" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump</a> and Xi to sign future trade deals between the U.S. and China. But there are tensions.

Tim Cook says heavy Siri users may have to pay extra

Heavy users of Apple Intelligence may need an iCloud+ subscription

Apple hinted Thursday that heavy users of its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="revamped Siri" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/apple-siri-ai-agents-wwdc" data-vars-content-id="af33920c-3334-448f-a73a-a8221c8cdcb4" data-vars-headline="Tim Cook says heavy Siri users may have to pay extra" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/apple-siri-ai-agents-wwdc" target="_self">revamped Siri</a> may have to pay for access.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the first time that Apple has confirmed it will charge for the new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AI" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" data-vars-content-id="af33920c-3334-448f-a73a-a8221c8cdcb4" data-vars-headline="Tim Cook says heavy Siri users may have to pay extra" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" target="_self">AI</a>-powered voice assistant.

Why bookstores are gaining ground in San Antonio

While fewer Americans read, people are loving bookstores.

Business

Fewer Americans are <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reading books" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/08/ai-america-literacy" data-vars-content-id="b050455c-c79b-44e4-a79a-f2de133aa0d3" data-vars-headline="Why bookstores are gaining ground in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/08/ai-america-literacy" target="_self">reading books</a>, but here&#x27;s the plot twist: The bookstore is staging a comeback, especially in San Antonio.Why it matters: Once left for dead in the wake of Amazon&#x27;s rise and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="death of Borders" data-vars-click-url="https://www.annarbor.com/business-review/borders-liquidation-chapter-11-ann-arbor-bookstore-chain-borders-group-e-books/" data-vars-content-id="b050455c-c79b-44e4-a79a-f2de133aa0d3" data-vars-headline="Why bookstores are gaining ground in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.annarbor.com/business-review/borders-liquidation-chapter-11-ann-arbor-bookstore-chain-borders-group-e-books/" target="_blank">death of Borders</a>, Barnes &amp; Noble and independent <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="booksellers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/02/san-antonio-library-top-books" data-vars-content-id="b050455c-c79b-44e4-a79a-f2de133aa0d3" data-vars-headline="Why bookstores are gaining ground 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/2026/03/02/san-antonio-library-top-books" target="_self">booksellers</a> have pulled off a stunning turnaround, opening new stores and reporting higher sales.

Your San Antonio back-to-school guide

Everything you need before school starts.

Education

Back-to-school season is here.Why it matters: Families will navigate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new state laws" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/02/tefa-vouchers-san-antonio-archdiocese-catholic-schools" data-vars-content-id="64a2520f-e04f-42e3-8deb-37e3a427ad16" data-vars-headline="Your San Antonio back-to-school guide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/02/tefa-vouchers-san-antonio-archdiocese-catholic-schools" target="_self">new state laws</a>, new school leaders and different start dates in the coming weeks.

Voters await special election for Tony Gonzales' old seat

There could potentially be two elections on one ballot.

Politics

Voters in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Texas&#x27; 23rd Congressional District" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/15/democrats-latino-voters-2026" data-vars-content-id="66d77ebe-9416-4b69-b027-712011de4995" data-vars-headline="Voters await special election for Tony Gonzales&#x27; old seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/15/democrats-latino-voters-2026" target="_self">Texas&#x27; 23rd Congressional District</a>, stretching from San Antonio to El Paso, potentially could have the opportunity to vote in two separate elections on one ballot this fall.Why it matters: The district, home to more than <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="778,000 people" data-vars-click-url="https://www2.census.gov/geo/maps/cong_dist/cd118/cd_based/ST48/CD118_TX23.pdf" data-vars-content-id="66d77ebe-9416-4b69-b027-712011de4995" data-vars-headline="Voters await special election for Tony Gonzales&#x27; old seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www2.census.gov/geo/maps/cong_dist/cd118/cd_based/ST48/CD118_TX23.pdf" target="_blank">778,000 people</a>, has been without representation in Congress for more than three months since former Republican U.S. Rep. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tony Gonzales" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/04/house-ethics-investigation-tony-gonzales-affair" data-vars-content-id="66d77ebe-9416-4b69-b027-712011de4995" data-vars-headline="Voters await special election for Tony Gonzales&#x27; old seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/04/house-ethics-investigation-tony-gonzales-affair" target="_self">Tony Gonzales</a> resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct.

Advocates call for Bexar County jail reforms after deaths

A coalition of advocates has a new plan to prevent deaths.

News

A coalition of advocates on Tuesday proposed stronger mental health treatment options and more independent accountability at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bexar County" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/15/bexar-county-clerk-hits-the-road" data-vars-content-id="d3ff6bbb-eda3-44ca-a2fd-4b0aabafe538" data-vars-headline="Advocates call for Bexar County jail reforms after deaths" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/15/bexar-county-clerk-hits-the-road" target="_self">Bexar County</a> jail, changes aimed at preventing further in-custody deaths.The big picture: At least 92 people have died while in custody at the Bexar County jail since 2020.

Austin

Cornyn donors largely keep distance from Paxton

GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton likely must win over U.S. Sen John Cornyn's supporters to win in November.

Few major donors to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="U.S. Sen. John Cornyn" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/27/texas-primary-paxton-cornyn-takeaways" data-vars-content-id="86129321-01fa-43ee-a0e4-943eef7e95a8" data-vars-headline="Cornyn donors largely keep distance from Paxton" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/27/texas-primary-paxton-cornyn-takeaways" target="_self">U.S. Sen. John Cornyn</a> have thrown their weight behind <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/05/27/texas-senate-gop-cornyn-paxton" data-vars-content-id="86129321-01fa-43ee-a0e4-943eef7e95a8" data-vars-headline="Cornyn donors largely keep distance from Paxton" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/05/27/texas-senate-gop-cornyn-paxton" target="_self">GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton</a> since the Texas attorney general defeated Cornyn in a May runoff, per an Axios analysis of newly released federal campaign finance data.Why it matters: Paxton likely must rally Cornyn supporters to his side to defeat Democrat James Talarico, a state legislator from Austin and a formidable fundraiser seeking to appeal to moderate voters.

Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts

Participation in Texas&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/27/trump-medicaid-snap-cuts-texas-economy" data-vars-content-id="ce183a54-cd4d-4017-a897-3001dc00637c" data-vars-headline="Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/27/trump-medicaid-snap-cuts-texas-economy" target="_self">Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program</a> (SNAP) has fallen by nearly 14% since Congress approved <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cuts and changes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/texas-food-banks-snap-cuts-hunger-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="ce183a54-cd4d-4017-a897-3001dc00637c" data-vars-headline="Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/texas-food-banks-snap-cuts-hunger-san-antonio" target="_self">cuts and changes</a> to the program, per state data.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Food prices" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/10/tomato-price-hike-2026" data-vars-content-id="ce183a54-cd4d-4017-a897-3001dc00637c" data-vars-headline="Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/10/tomato-price-hike-2026" target="_self">Food prices</a> have been <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="on the rise" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/30/food-prices-summer-grilling-beef-chicken-turkey" data-vars-content-id="ce183a54-cd4d-4017-a897-3001dc00637c" data-vars-headline="Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/30/food-prices-summer-grilling-beef-chicken-turkey" target="_self">on the rise</a>, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="food banks" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/09/san-antonio-food-bank-restaurant-weeks-guide" data-vars-content-id="ce183a54-cd4d-4017-a897-3001dc00637c" data-vars-headline="Texas SNAP access declines following federal cuts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/09/san-antonio-food-bank-restaurant-weeks-guide" target="_self">food banks</a> are rushing to meet rising demand to fill in the gaps.

Spurs begin citywide meetings on downtown arena plans

The Spurs are taking their arena plans citywide.

Sports

Spurs Sports &amp; Entertainment (SS&amp;E) is kicking off a series of community meetings next week focused on the team&#x27;s planned new arena and surrounding downtown district.Why it matters: The meetings are among the first opportunities for residents to weigh in since <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="voters last November approved the venue tax increase" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/11/05/san-antonio-election-results-downtown-spurs-arena" data-vars-content-id="209cc5ce-89f3-42c7-b8f0-919c37f14f81" data-vars-headline="Spurs begin citywide meetings on downtown arena plans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/11/05/san-antonio-election-results-downtown-spurs-arena" target="_self">voters last November approved the venue tax increase</a> that will help fund a new downtown Spurs arena.

San Antonio's luxury homes remain affordable by U.S. standards

Luxury living still costs less than $1M in San Antonio.

Real Estate

San Antonio is one of only five major U.S. metros where a typical <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="luxury home" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/30/homa-texas-ai-real-estate-home-buying" data-vars-content-id="616e0d5d-7e3c-4ba3-bc04-545f822267ba" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s luxury homes remain affordable by U.S. standards" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/30/homa-texas-ai-real-estate-home-buying" target="_self">luxury home</a> still sells for less than $1 million, according to a new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Redfin" data-vars-click-url="https://www.redfin.com/news/major-metros-luxury-homes-still-under-million-dollars/" data-vars-content-id="616e0d5d-7e3c-4ba3-bc04-545f822267ba" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s luxury homes remain affordable by U.S. standards" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.redfin.com/news/major-metros-luxury-homes-still-under-million-dollars/" target="_blank">Redfin</a> analysis.Why it matters: The Alamo City is becoming increasingly rare as an affordable luxury housing market. Last year, there were eight major metros where the typical luxury home sold for under $1 million.

Spurs playoff run was a windfall for San Antonio bars

Some bars saw sales increases north of 100% this year.

San Antonio bars gained a huge bump in business during the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spurs&#x27; playoffs run" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/01/spurs-okc-wcf-finals-wemby-wembanyama" data-vars-content-id="0b582561-0b03-4a40-bb75-cdd01ca5734f" data-vars-headline="Spurs playoff run was a windfall for San Antonio bars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/01/spurs-okc-wcf-finals-wemby-wembanyama" target="_self">Spurs&#x27; playoffs run</a>, new data analyzed by Axios shows.Why it matters: Local watering holes always run on tight margins, and many in neighborhoods known for nightlife have struggled amid <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city construction" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/08/25/st-marys-strip-road-construction-ending-delays" data-vars-content-id="0b582561-0b03-4a40-bb75-cdd01ca5734f" data-vars-headline="Spurs playoff run was a windfall for San Antonio bars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/08/25/st-marys-strip-road-construction-ending-delays" target="_self">city construction</a>.

Soccer mini pitch opens on San Antonio's South Side

San Antonio kids have a new place to kick the ball around.

Soccer fever is hitting closer to home with a new place to play at the Harvey E. Najim Family YMCA.The latest: The YMCA of Greater San Antonio and the U.S. Soccer Foundation unveiled a mini pitch at the South Side facility on Tuesday.

SAWS says recycled water gives San Antonio an edge for data centers

San Antonio relies on more than the Edwards Aquifer for water.

Water

San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is investing in a diverse water portfolio to help the city survive future <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="droughts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/04/30/san-antonio-flooding-rain-drought-forecast" data-vars-content-id="d6c0ffd1-42af-43a3-bfbb-af4f8b8bcf68" data-vars-headline="SAWS says recycled water gives San Antonio an edge for data centers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/04/30/san-antonio-flooding-rain-drought-forecast" target="_self">droughts</a> while supporting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="growth from industries" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/13/texas-coal-gas-power-plants-data-centers-water" data-vars-content-id="d6c0ffd1-42af-43a3-bfbb-af4f8b8bcf68" data-vars-headline="SAWS says recycled water gives San Antonio an edge for data centers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/13/texas-coal-gas-power-plants-data-centers-water" target="_self">growth from industries</a> like data centers.Why it matters: As San Antonio grows and drought conditions persist, SAWS is investing in alternative water supplies that can support residents and water-intensive industries without placing as much additional strain on the Edwards Aquifer.

Confluence Park's iconic petals do more than provide shade

The park could be a template for future projects in San Antonio.

Confluence Park isn&#x27;t just a place to walk along the river — it&#x27;s a model for the kind of nature-based <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="stormwater projects" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/san-antonio-san-pedro-creek-culture-park-opening-trails" data-vars-content-id="b7836f56-8aac-4276-8bb1-88dd365df734" data-vars-headline="Confluence Park&#x27;s iconic petals do more than provide shade" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/san-antonio-san-pedro-creek-culture-park-opening-trails" target="_self">stormwater projects</a> the San Antonio River Authority (SARA) hopes to expand across Bexar County.How it works: A partnership between the San Antonio River Foundation and the San Antonio River Authority, Confluence Park uses its signature concrete &quot;petals&quot; to collect rainwater and direct it into an underground cistern.

Margarita is the best drink in Texas

The frozen margarita machine was invented in Dallas in the 1970s.

The people have spoken.Why it matters: Axios Texas readers have crowned the margarita as the best drink in the Lone Star State.

New conservancy aims for San Pedro Springs Park upgrades

The park has a wealth of history and a popular public pool.

Culture

San Pedro Springs Park, the oldest city park <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in Texas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/11/new-texas-state-parks-expansions-hill-country" data-vars-content-id="26eee02a-9aa5-4fcd-a3b0-85fc85dbfa7d" data-vars-headline="New conservancy aims for San Pedro Springs Park upgrades" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/11/new-texas-state-parks-expansions-hill-country" target="_self">in Texas</a> and one of the oldest in the nation, has a new conservancy that will raise money for upgrades.Why it matters: The historic park, home to one of San Antonio&#x27;s most popular <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="public swimming pools" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/08/07/san-antonio-pools-segregation-history" data-vars-content-id="26eee02a-9aa5-4fcd-a3b0-85fc85dbfa7d" data-vars-headline="New conservancy aims for San Pedro Springs Park upgrades" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/08/07/san-antonio-pools-segregation-history" target="_self">public swimming pools</a>, lacks the investment and amenities that other parks receive, conservancy board chair Christina Wright tells Axios.

Study looks at how San Antonio tackles extreme heat

Researchers mapped areas most vulnerable to extreme heat.

UT San Antonio researchers are studying just how hot some neighborhoods get during the summer, and how much <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city efforts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/05/02/san-antonio-texas-hot-streets-could-get-cooler-pavement-heat-island" data-vars-content-id="0c4ffabb-d7fd-4f71-b796-aeec7bf09353" data-vars-headline="Study looks at how San Antonio tackles extreme heat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2023/05/02/san-antonio-texas-hot-streets-could-get-cooler-pavement-heat-island" target="_self">city efforts</a> — like adding more trees — actually cool them down.Why it matters: Heat tends to be worse in urban areas where roads, buildings and parking lots trap heat, known as the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="urban heat island effect" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/07/18/urban-heat-islands-summer-weather-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="0c4ffabb-d7fd-4f71-b796-aeec7bf09353" data-vars-headline="Study looks at how San Antonio tackles extreme heat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/07/18/urban-heat-islands-summer-weather-san-antonio" target="_self">urban heat island effect</a>.

San Antonio Botanical Garden is reforesting the Guadalupe after flood

San Antonio is growing the next generation of Guadalupe River trees.

San Antonio Botanical Garden is propagating tens of thousands of trees to restore the landscape destroyed during the 2025 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Guadalupe River flooding tragedy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/16/texas-hill-country-flooding-sirens-camps-safe" data-vars-content-id="d39cb9f2-1a78-4336-8c8e-89145a846f9d" data-vars-headline="San Antonio Botanical Garden is reforesting the Guadalupe after flood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/16/texas-hill-country-flooding-sirens-camps-safe" target="_self">Guadalupe River flooding tragedy</a>.Why it matters: Rebuilding a diverse strip of native trees and plants along the Guadalupe doesn&#x27;t just make the river look like it used to — it will slow floodwater, trap sediment and rebuild habitat, strengthening the river for generations.

Central Texas steps up for pets amid severe weather

Emergency fosters stepped up across Central Texas amid storms.

This <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="week&#x27;s severe weather" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/16/texas-hill-country-flooding-sirens-camps-safe" data-vars-content-id="be030ecf-997e-42b5-bd88-3179f5cf526c" data-vars-headline="Central Texas steps up for pets amid severe weather" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/16/texas-hill-country-flooding-sirens-camps-safe" target="_self">week&#x27;s severe weather</a> strained people and animals alike across Central Texas, prompting one Boerne rescue group to find emergency foster homes for dozens of dogs.Catch up quick: Amid heavy rain Wednesday, Charming Pets Rescue director Hilary Woodworth <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="put out a call on social media" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/CharmingPetRescue/posts/pfbid0ne5CJRaM8XZvQJSQaZdUrqbCeFjGPapugDgLJRDvmnJEbiSuzdsFmqrqSE7tkUDgl?__cft__[0]=AZZRCrG1teQbkN1sHKOpe8oEyZIvBwimMazv9v7dKJ9uual1UFTbhs0mqL-L5bc3aa64k48GOIVV5gp91knTDhmQXKqcZ8YdS38BQkP7LF6fbbwbS19LaqONspht4f1Ek04hqTUEIFJSNrGl8EnGM0p36Pgchhy5RtWZi5D2ge5bTEOtqWB5Qcs3cKmstbRn9y4&amp;__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R" data-vars-content-id="be030ecf-997e-42b5-bd88-3179f5cf526c" data-vars-headline="Central Texas steps up for pets amid severe weather" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/CharmingPetRescue/posts/pfbid0ne5CJRaM8XZvQJSQaZdUrqbCeFjGPapugDgLJRDvmnJEbiSuzdsFmqrqSE7tkUDgl?__cft__[0]=AZZRCrG1teQbkN1sHKOpe8oEyZIvBwimMazv9v7dKJ9uual1UFTbhs0mqL-L5bc3aa64k48GOIVV5gp91knTDhmQXKqcZ8YdS38BQkP7LF6fbbwbS19LaqONspht4f1Ek04hqTUEIFJSNrGl8EnGM0p36Pgchhy5RtWZi5D2ge5bTEOtqWB5Qcs3cKmstbRn9y4&amp;__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R" target="_blank">put out a call on social media</a> for emergency fosters.

Sirens put to work as Texas Hill Country again slammed with floods

Gov. Greg Abbott said summer camps along the Guadalupe were OK.

Two people died as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="flash floods" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/14/san-antonio-weather-rain-flash-flood-watch" data-vars-content-id="267e512e-3d14-43a7-b55d-728e7d5bdae4" data-vars-headline="Sirens put to work as Texas Hill Country again slammed with floods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/14/san-antonio-weather-rain-flash-flood-watch" target="_self">flash floods</a> swept through the Texas Hill Country on Thursday.The big picture: Newly installed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="flood sirens" data-vars-click-url="https://www.expressnews.com/hill-country/article/guadalupe-river-sirens-warning-kerr-county-22277193.php" data-vars-content-id="267e512e-3d14-43a7-b55d-728e7d5bdae4" data-vars-headline="Sirens put to work as Texas Hill Country again slammed with floods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.expressnews.com/hill-country/article/guadalupe-river-sirens-warning-kerr-county-22277193.php" target="_blank">flood sirens</a> on the Guadalupe River and other preparations appear to have saved lives, a little more than a year after last year&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="July Fourth flood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/06/texas-floods-national-weather-service" data-vars-content-id="267e512e-3d14-43a7-b55d-728e7d5bdae4" data-vars-headline="Sirens put to work as Texas Hill Country again slammed with floods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/06/texas-floods-national-weather-service" target="_self">July Fourth flood</a> that left more than 130 people dead.

San Antonio woman recounts being caught in tornado at The Rim

She says she went "head-to-head" with the tornado.

Xiomara Zamora was leaving an early morning spin class at TruFusion at The Rim when she found herself in the middle of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Wednesday&#x27;s tornado" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/15/tornado-northwest-san-antonio-the-rim" data-vars-content-id="637055de-7509-49cb-a83d-81303ea930d0" data-vars-headline="San Antonio woman recounts being caught in tornado at The Rim" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/15/tornado-northwest-san-antonio-the-rim" target="_self">Wednesday&#x27;s tornado</a>.The big picture: While most businesses were closed when the tornado touched down, TruFusion was open.

This downtown comedy club wants to put San Antonio on the map

The Riot is building a home for local comics — and the occasional surprise guest.

Things to Do

The Riot River Walk is one of San Antonio&#x27;s newest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="destinations for laughs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/09/06/dont-tell-comedy-san-antonio-tickets-locations" data-vars-content-id="8e494bd8-ec6d-4ead-85c3-fd524d3f90b9" data-vars-headline="This downtown comedy club wants to put San Antonio on the map" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/09/06/dont-tell-comedy-san-antonio-tickets-locations" target="_self">destinations for laughs</a>.Why it matters: The comedy club arrives as San Antonio&#x27;s stand-up scene <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="continues to gain momentum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/04/11/pauly-shore-woodlawn-comedy-theater-tickets-opening" data-vars-content-id="8e494bd8-ec6d-4ead-85c3-fd524d3f90b9" data-vars-headline="This downtown comedy club wants to put San Antonio on the map" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/04/11/pauly-shore-woodlawn-comedy-theater-tickets-opening" target="_self">continues to gain momentum</a>, offering another venue for national acts downtown while creating more opportunities for local comedians.

CineFestival returns to San Antonio as city seeks to grow local talent

It's the longest-running Latino film fest in the nation.

The longest-running Latino film festival in the country is set to return to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="9363bb0b-c2f0-44c7-a5f9-3f0955ba49e8" data-vars-headline="CineFestival returns to San Antonio as city seeks to grow local talent" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio" target="_self">San Antonio</a> this Thursday through Sunday.Why it matters: As San Antonio seeks to become a destination for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="film industry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/27/san-antonio-star-film-ranch-history-book" data-vars-content-id="9363bb0b-c2f0-44c7-a5f9-3f0955ba49e8" data-vars-headline="CineFestival returns to San Antonio as city seeks to grow local talent" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/27/san-antonio-star-film-ranch-history-book" target="_self">film industry</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="CineFestival" data-vars-click-url="https://guadalupeculturalarts.org/cine-festival/" data-vars-content-id="9363bb0b-c2f0-44c7-a5f9-3f0955ba49e8" data-vars-headline="CineFestival returns to San Antonio as city seeks to grow local talent" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://guadalupeculturalarts.org/cine-festival/" target="_blank">CineFestival</a>, in its 47th year, ensures the city&#x27;s Latino heritage remains in the spotlight — while also offering a stage for homegrown talent.

How to celebrate July 4th and America250 in San Antonio

There will be July Fourth fireworks downtown this year.

San Antonio is gearing up to celebrate this <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="July Fourth" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/07/02/how-to-keep-san-antonio-pets-safe-during-july-4th-fireworks" data-vars-content-id="0c47ac8c-166c-40fc-bdc4-650e2fb8a0af" data-vars-headline="How to celebrate July 4th and America250 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/2025/07/02/how-to-keep-san-antonio-pets-safe-during-july-4th-fireworks" target="_self">July Fourth</a> with new offerings and traditions.Why it matters: July Fourth <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fireworks" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/07/02/where-watch-fireworks-hill-country-july-fourth" data-vars-content-id="0c47ac8c-166c-40fc-bdc4-650e2fb8a0af" data-vars-headline="How to celebrate July 4th and America250 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/2024/07/02/where-watch-fireworks-hill-country-july-fourth" target="_self">fireworks</a> will be back downtown for the first time in 15 years.

What it's like to see the world's largest bat colony

Bracken Cave is home to about 20 million bats in the summer.

Environment

Watching the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bats" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/04/07/five-questions-with-bat-conservationist-merlin-tuttle" data-vars-content-id="91407fa9-c6f6-4bc3-b126-f87b8458b795" data-vars-headline="What it&#x27;s like to see the world&#x27;s largest bat colony" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/04/07/five-questions-with-bat-conservationist-merlin-tuttle" target="_self">bats</a> emerge at Bracken Cave Preserve is a special summer activity that draws travelers from around the globe to a field just 30 miles outside San Antonio.Why it matters: The cave is home to the largest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bat" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2026/05/08/houston-bat-boxes-waugh-drive-bridge" data-vars-content-id="91407fa9-c6f6-4bc3-b126-f87b8458b795" data-vars-headline="What it&#x27;s like to see the world&#x27;s largest bat colony" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2026/05/08/houston-bat-boxes-waugh-drive-bridge" target="_self">bat</a> colony in the world.

Historic San Antonio theaters celebrate birthdays and rebirths

The Aztec, Majestic and Magik all have reason to celebrate.

It&#x27;s a banner summer for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio&#x27;s historic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/05/old-school-san-antonio-favorites-still-roll-on" data-vars-content-id="bffd738f-b2f7-448f-a267-bf9a9fbc3709" data-vars-headline="Historic San Antonio theaters celebrate birthdays and rebirths" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/05/old-school-san-antonio-favorites-still-roll-on" target="_self">San Antonio&#x27;s historic</a> theaters as the Aztec Theatre celebrates its 100th anniversary while the Majestic and Magik theaters prepare for celebrations of their own.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a reminder that some of San Antonio&#x27;s most treasured cultural landmarks are still drawing crowds.

Where to watch the World Cup in San Antonio

The Rock at La Cantera and Pearl have major watch parties.

While the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2026/06/08/houston-world-cup-host-city-comparison" data-vars-content-id="ce1e8c41-b47c-4275-a750-c27fa22456e8" data-vars-headline="Where to watch the World Cup 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/houston/2026/06/08/houston-world-cup-host-city-comparison" target="_self">World Cup</a> isn&#x27;t coming to San Antonio, there are plenty of places to watch matches with friends.The latest: We&#x27;ve rounded up some of the best bars and watch parties around town for soccer fans looking to soak up the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup atmosphere" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2026/06/11/houston-stadium-world-cup" data-vars-content-id="ce1e8c41-b47c-4275-a750-c27fa22456e8" data-vars-headline="Where to watch the World Cup 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/houston/2026/06/11/houston-stadium-world-cup" target="_self">World Cup atmosphere</a>.

The Esquire Tavern begins a new chapter

Familiar hands take over the Esquire Tavern.

Food and Drink

The Esquire Tavern, one of San Antonio&#x27;s most venerable bars, is under new ownership.Why it matters: The Esquire is recognized as the oldest bar on the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="River Walk" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/07/san-antonio-river-walk-public-meetings-recovery-plan" data-vars-content-id="9bfb5032-25c2-4ede-9e9d-1b6c29c378b9" data-vars-headline="The Esquire Tavern begins a new chapter" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/07/san-antonio-river-walk-public-meetings-recovery-plan" target="_self">River Walk</a>, having famously opened the day Prohibition ended.

Taste test: Wilhelm & Werner inside New Braunfels' historic hotel

Here's what it's like to dine inside the storied Faust Hotel.

I recently took a trip up Interstate 35 to check out <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Wilhelm &amp; Werner" data-vars-click-url="https://www.thefausthotel.com/eat-drink/wilhelm-werner" data-vars-content-id="efe43924-af92-4e99-9480-58e47fd77706" data-vars-headline="Taste test: Wilhelm &amp; Werner inside New Braunfels&#x27; historic hotel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.thefausthotel.com/eat-drink/wilhelm-werner" target="_blank">Wilhelm &amp; Werner</a>, the new restaurant inside The Faust Hotel.Catch up quick: The historic spot — originally opened as the Traveler&#x27;s Hotel in 1929 — reopened in downtown <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Braunfels" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/26/old-city-hall-new-braunfels-restaurant-menu-review" data-vars-content-id="efe43924-af92-4e99-9480-58e47fd77706" data-vars-headline="Taste test: Wilhelm &amp; Werner inside New Braunfels&#x27; historic hotel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/03/26/old-city-hall-new-braunfels-restaurant-menu-review" target="_self">New Braunfels</a> last month after an extensive renovation.

San Antonio Food Bank's Restaurant Weeks returns

Dishes made with local produce aim to fight kids' hunger.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio Food Bank&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/10/21/san-antonio-food-bank-government-shutdown-help" data-vars-content-id="eb46c03d-952e-490f-a1a9-9c429ac2611a" data-vars-headline="San Antonio Food Bank&#x27;s Restaurant Weeks returns" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/10/21/san-antonio-food-bank-government-shutdown-help" target="_self">San Antonio Food Bank&#x27;s</a> Restaurant Weeks is back with fresh new dishes aimed at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fighting hunger" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/texas-food-banks-snap-cuts-hunger-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="eb46c03d-952e-490f-a1a9-9c429ac2611a" data-vars-headline="San Antonio Food Bank&#x27;s Restaurant Weeks returns" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/texas-food-banks-snap-cuts-hunger-san-antonio" target="_self">fighting hunger</a> among kids.Why it matters: When school is out for the summer, children can lose access to the meals they get at school. More than 22% of kids in Bexar County live in food-insecure households, per the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="latest estimates" data-vars-click-url="https://map.feedingamerica.org/county/2023/child/texas/county/bexar" data-vars-content-id="eb46c03d-952e-490f-a1a9-9c429ac2611a" data-vars-headline="San Antonio Food Bank&#x27;s Restaurant Weeks returns" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://map.feedingamerica.org/county/2023/child/texas/county/bexar" target="_blank">latest estimates</a> from Feeding America.

Miles in St. Paul Square delivers on food and vibes

Miles brings fresh energy and tasty bites to St. Paul Square.

I finally had the chance to check out <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Miles" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/milessatx/" data-vars-content-id="b6f2f77a-860c-4553-9630-620241c38361" data-vars-headline="Miles in St. Paul Square delivers on food and vibes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/milessatx/" target="_blank">Miles</a>, a new bar in St. Paul Square.The vibe: It has the friendly, laid-back feel of a neighborhood bar with the lively energy you want for a night out.

How a San Antonio restaurant is leaning into AI

The eatery is leaning on AI amid labor shortages, bucking a broader industry trend of slow adoption.

San Antonio <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="restaurants" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/01/07/san-antonio-restaurants-2026-food-trends" data-vars-content-id="9fb83d9f-977a-47ab-9a1f-cdb1aa9816d3" data-vars-headline="How a San Antonio restaurant is leaning into AI" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/01/07/san-antonio-restaurants-2026-food-trends" target="_self">restaurants</a> are starting to embrace artificial intelligence.Why it matters: The restaurant industry is one of the nation&#x27;s largest employers, yet one of the slowest sectors to adopt AI tools, Ben Knorr, Texas Restaurant Association&#x27;s (TRA) vice president of strategic initiatives, tells Axios.

Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio

Consumers are focusing on protein and comfort food.

San Antonio&#x27;s vegan and vegetarian dining scene is faltering in a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tough economy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/20/gas-prices-us-iran-war-4-dollars-50-states" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/20/gas-prices-us-iran-war-4-dollars-50-states" target="_self">tough economy</a> and as consumers <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="focus on protein" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/24/chicken-protein-deals" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/24/chicken-protein-deals" target="_self">focus on protein</a>, but experts say <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="plant-forward dining" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2024/10/16/san-antonio-restaurants-vegan-food-plant-based" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling 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/2024/10/16/san-antonio-restaurants-vegan-food-plant-based" target="_self">plant-forward dining</a> isn&#x27;t going anywhere in the long term.Why it matters: Research <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="consistently" data-vars-click-url="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6855976/" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6855976/" target="_blank">consistently</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shows" data-vars-click-url="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7184671/" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7184671/" target="_blank">shows</a> that eating less meat is one of the most impactful personal ways to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="combat climate change" data-vars-click-url="https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/food" data-vars-content-id="5cf9d5a1-21f7-4d36-be9a-4fc9faed069a" data-vars-headline="Why plant-based dining is struggling in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/food" target="_blank">combat climate change</a> and improve health.

Briscoe's biggest exhibit yet tells Tejano history

The Briscoe's massive new exhibit tells a fuller Texas story.

History

The Briscoe Western Art Museum is preparing to unveil the largest exhibition in its 13-year history.Why it matters: &quot;Tejano Legacy: Another American Origin Story&quot; explores nearly 400 years of Tejano history and culture, tracing how those traditions — from ranching and horsemanship to language, music and food — helped shape Texas.

New book examines Lone Star Beer history, identity

Lone Star is in many ways intertwined with Texas identity.

A San Antonio author explores the complex history of Lone Star Beer in a new book out Tuesday.Why it matters: Lone Star is intertwined with Texas identity in many ways, and it all started in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Antonio" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="68ca1fc2-3fe5-4aa0-9ecc-861e62f40130" data-vars-headline="New book examines Lone Star Beer history, identity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio" target="_self">San Antonio</a>.

New art is a tribute to early Black church in San Antonio

At the St. James AME, Black people worshipped freely.

New public art along the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Pedro Creek Culture Park" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/05/14/san-antonio-san-pedro-creek-culture-park-opening-trails" data-vars-content-id="b6f5ac67-b447-489a-a26c-055e2972b48b" data-vars-headline="New art is a tribute to early Black church 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/2025/05/14/san-antonio-san-pedro-creek-culture-park-opening-trails" target="_self">San Pedro Creek Culture Park</a> honors an early Black church in San Antonio.Why it matters: The St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church was the first of its kind in the city where Black people could worship freely, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="per the San Antonio River Foundation" data-vars-click-url="https://sariverfound.org/donate/stjamesame/" data-vars-content-id="b6f5ac67-b447-489a-a26c-055e2972b48b" data-vars-headline="New art is a tribute to early Black church in San Antonio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://sariverfound.org/donate/stjamesame/" target="_blank">per the San Antonio River Foundation</a>.

San Antonio's newest run club to debut at St. Paul Square

Walkers, runners, pets and strollers are all welcome.

San Antonians looking for a more active start to their Sundays will soon have a new option in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="historic East Side" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/02/27/ellis-alley-san-antonio-black-history" data-vars-content-id="994d6791-faf8-4029-8bbb-42bfaad55316" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s newest run club to debut at St. Paul Square" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/02/27/ellis-alley-san-antonio-black-history" target="_self">historic East Side</a>: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Run the Square" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/runthesquaresatx/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="994d6791-faf8-4029-8bbb-42bfaad55316" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s newest run club to debut at St. Paul Square" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/runthesquaresatx/?hl=en" target="_blank">Run the Square</a>.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Paul Square" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/29/miles-st-paul-square-san-antonio-bar-menu" data-vars-content-id="994d6791-faf8-4029-8bbb-42bfaad55316" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s newest run club to debut at St. Paul Square" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/05/29/miles-st-paul-square-san-antonio-bar-menu" target="_self">St. Paul Square</a>-based club offers another entry point for both seasoned athletes and beginners looking to connect with San Antonio&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="growing running community" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/12/03/san-antonio-marathon-maps-times-running-groups" data-vars-content-id="994d6791-faf8-4029-8bbb-42bfaad55316" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s newest run club to debut at St. Paul Square" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/12/03/san-antonio-marathon-maps-times-running-groups" target="_self">growing running community</a>.

Selena photo exhibition opens at the Briscoe

The exhibition has images from a San Antonio photographer.

A new exhibition showcasing portraits of late Tejano star <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Selena Quintanilla-Pérez" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/09/30/selena-effect-exhibit-texas-state-san-marcos" data-vars-content-id="8d077cc7-c27c-456d-938f-d212f6c9fb93" data-vars-headline="Selena photo exhibition opens at the Briscoe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/09/30/selena-effect-exhibit-texas-state-san-marcos" target="_self">Selena Quintanilla-Pérez</a> is now open at the Briscoe Western Art Museum in downtown San Antonio.Why it matters: The images show <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Selena" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/31/selena-tribute-boutique-broadway" data-vars-content-id="8d077cc7-c27c-456d-938f-d212f6c9fb93" data-vars-headline="Selena photo exhibition opens at the Briscoe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/03/31/selena-tribute-boutique-broadway" target="_self">Selena</a> between 1992 and 1994 during her rise to the international stage, in central moments in her short-lived career.

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