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GOP's Senate map gets shakier as Texas, Iowa become toss-ups

Races for governor in both states also narrowed, according to Cook Political Report.

Politics & Policy

Two <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="key Senate races" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/08/gop-senate-campaign-spending-ohio-iowa" data-vars-content-id="39599b51-6016-457e-9c18-5a0609c37b01" data-vars-headline="GOP&#x27;s Senate map gets shakier as Texas, Iowa become toss-ups" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/08/gop-senate-campaign-spending-ohio-iowa" target="_self">key Senate races</a> in typically Republican states, Texas and Iowa, are a toss-up heading into the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="midterms" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/20/data-center-uproar-2026-midterms" data-vars-content-id="39599b51-6016-457e-9c18-5a0609c37b01" data-vars-headline="GOP&#x27;s Senate map gets shakier as Texas, Iowa become toss-ups" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/20/data-center-uproar-2026-midterms" target="_self">midterms</a>, according to the latest projections from Cook Political Report.Why it matters: The fight for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="control of the U.S. Senate" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/18/democrats-republicans-midterms-political-shenanigans" data-vars-content-id="39599b51-6016-457e-9c18-5a0609c37b01" data-vars-headline="GOP&#x27;s Senate map gets shakier as Texas, Iowa become toss-ups" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/18/democrats-republicans-midterms-political-shenanigans" target="_self">control of the U.S. Senate</a> is extremely tight, and Democrats need to flip at least four seats to become the majority. Doing that will require wins in states that aren&#x27;t typical battlegrounds.

What to know about Flock cameras in Bexar County

Bexar County uses Flock cameras, while nearby Hill Country communities push back.

Politics

Activists and residents across the political spectrum — including in communities around San Antonio — are pushing back against license plate readers made by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Flock Safety and similar companies" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/douglas/2026/08/04/flock-ceo-douglas-county-sheriff-regret-axon-data" data-vars-content-id="9b94209f-516e-4ebb-b1f0-5f6de2a6bb68" data-vars-headline="What to know about Flock cameras in Bexar County" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/douglas/2026/08/04/flock-ceo-douglas-county-sheriff-regret-axon-data" target="_self">Flock Safety and similar companies</a>, fueled by privacy concerns.Why it matters: Advocates say the cameras help quickly track down criminals, making cities safer. Opponents say they&#x27;re a form of constant surveillance that infringes on residents&#x27; civil liberties.

How much Trump's deportation push could cost Texas taxpayers

A new calculator estimates how much Texans will pay for Trump's deportation push.

Immigration

Texas could pay an estimated $23 billion toward President Trump&#x27;s mass deportation push — about $2,500 per taxpayer — according to a calculator from the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Economic Policy Institute" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/47042253.45/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZXBpLm9yZy9kZXBvcnRhdGlvbi1jYWxjdWxhdG9yLz91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249c2VuZHRvX2xvY2FsbmV3c2xldHRlcnRlc3Qmc3RyZWFtPXRvcA/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66Bb4c9cd23" data-vars-content-id="841d4f60-888f-4245-881c-a90955026689" data-vars-headline="How much Trump&#x27;s deportation push could cost Texas taxpayers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/47042253.45/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZXBpLm9yZy9kZXBvcnRhdGlvbi1jYWxjdWxhdG9yLz91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249c2VuZHRvX2xvY2FsbmV3c2xldHRlcnRlc3Qmc3RyZWFtPXRvcA/633dcc04d70fb9875101ab66Bb4c9cd23" target="_self">Economic Policy Institute</a> (EPI).Why it matters: The estimate fuels debate over whether billions of federal dollars devoted to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="deportations" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/15/ice-deportations-us-immigration-trump-biden-2025" data-vars-content-id="841d4f60-888f-4245-881c-a90955026689" data-vars-headline="How much Trump&#x27;s deportation push could cost Texas taxpayers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/15/ice-deportations-us-immigration-trump-biden-2025" target="_self">deportations</a> should instead fund other public priorities, such as health care or housing.

San Antonio's home for emergency child care

The first crisis nursery in the region helps parents facing emergencies.

News

San Antonio families who need an urgent and safe place for their <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="children" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/01/fewer-texas-kids-medicaid-enrollment-chip" data-vars-content-id="c9b7974d-ec2b-4530-a916-b7192b31c0c4" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s home for emergency child care" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/07/01/fewer-texas-kids-medicaid-enrollment-chip" target="_self">children</a> to stay now have a newly renovated house as a free option.Why it matters: The first permanent crisis nursery in the region helps <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="parents" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/parenting" data-vars-content-id="c9b7974d-ec2b-4530-a916-b7192b31c0c4" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s home for emergency child care" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/parenting" target="_self">parents</a> facing emergencies ranging from housing instability to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="domestic violence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/01/13/ywca-womens-live-learn-center-domestic-violence" data-vars-content-id="c9b7974d-ec2b-4530-a916-b7192b31c0c4" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s home for emergency child care" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/01/13/ywca-womens-live-learn-center-domestic-violence" target="_self">domestic violence</a> to medical care. Its aim is to prevent child neglect and abuse before it happens, Rebecca Helterbrand, president and CEO of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Respite Care of San Antonio" data-vars-click-url="https://respitecaresa.org/" data-vars-content-id="c9b7974d-ec2b-4530-a916-b7192b31c0c4" data-vars-headline="San Antonio&#x27;s home for emergency child care" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://respitecaresa.org/" target="_blank">Respite Care of San Antonio</a>, tells Axios.

San Antonio council says no to second Spurs arena vote

Opponents of another election say voters already had their say.

Sports

The San Antonio City Council on Monday narrowly rejected an effort led by Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones to put city funding for a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new Spurs arena" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/10/15/election-vote-fund-new-san-antonio-spurs-arena" data-vars-content-id="82be448c-b7cf-4579-825f-268d6f142149" data-vars-headline="San Antonio council says no to second Spurs arena vote" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2025/10/15/election-vote-fund-new-san-antonio-spurs-arena" target="_self">new Spurs arena</a> on the November ballot.Why it matters: Opponents of another election say voters already had a say on the arena project last November when they <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="approved a 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="82be448c-b7cf-4579-825f-268d6f142149" data-vars-headline="San Antonio council says no to second Spurs arena vote" 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">approved a venue tax increase</a>. Supporters of the mayor&#x27;s push say the last vote was different, and the public deserves an election on the city&#x27;s arena funding alone.

Spurs score marquee games for upcoming NBA season

Spurs season is already giving fans games to circle.

The NBA on Tuesday released a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="partial slate of 2026-27 games" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nba.com/schedule" data-vars-content-id="5ef0d8cb-ca15-4f42-a1dd-7a236f237ddd" data-vars-headline="Spurs score marquee games for upcoming NBA season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nba.com/schedule" target="_blank">partial slate of 2026-27 games</a>, including marquee opening-week matchups and the Christmas Day schedule.Why it matters: After making it to the NBA Finals, the Spurs will have a much bigger presence in nationally televised games this season.

Spurs begin citywide meetings on downtown arena plans

The Spurs are taking their arena plans citywide.

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.

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.

The Spurs are bringing back Silver Dancers

Fans have long lamented the decision to eliminate the all-women dance squad.

The Spurs Silver Dancers are returning to the hardwood for the 2026-27 season after an eight-year absence.Why it matters: Fans have long lamented the decision to eliminate the all-women dance squad, which had been a fixture at Spurs games for decades.

Key Spurs dates to watch after the NBA Finals

The Spurs' next chapter starts almost immediately.

The NBA draft, free agency and Summer League all arrive within weeks of the Finals, giving <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/15/welcome-to-our-world" data-vars-content-id="973752d7-d086-4be2-9359-d414ca6a7ebe" data-vars-headline="Key Spurs dates to watch after the NBA Finals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/15/welcome-to-our-world" target="_self">fans</a> little time to catch their breath.Why it matters: For years, Spurs fans spent months waiting for meaningful basketball moves after the regular season ended in April.

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>.

Spurs back in NBA Finals fight ahead of crucial Game 4

From fan tension to officiating scrutiny, Game 4 will have plenty of drama.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spurs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/02/spurs-knicks-finals-media-day-wemby-wembanyama-san-antonio" data-vars-content-id="854213e8-70fa-4961-9699-81c68ab7feac" data-vars-headline="Spurs back in NBA Finals fight ahead of crucial Game 4" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/02/spurs-knicks-finals-media-day-wemby-wembanyama-san-antonio" target="_self">Spurs</a> survived a pivotal Game 3 on Monday and now have a chance to even the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NBA Finals" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/trump-new-york-knicks-nba-game-booed" data-vars-content-id="854213e8-70fa-4961-9699-81c68ab7feac" data-vars-headline="Spurs back in NBA Finals fight ahead of crucial Game 4" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/09/trump-new-york-knicks-nba-game-booed" target="_self">NBA Finals</a> on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden.Why it matters: San Antonio&#x27;s 115-111 win over the Knicks showed the young Spurs aren&#x27;t rattled by the Finals stage — or one of the league&#x27;s toughest road environments.

From Australia to Korea, Spurs fans rally for Finals

Some Spurs fans crossed oceans to be part of the Silver & Black energy.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Spurs&#x27; return to the NBA Finals" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/03/san-antonio-spurs-victor-wembanyama-emotions-cry" data-vars-content-id="5893f3a2-47f1-49e8-9a36-e4b83c321051" data-vars-headline="From Australia to Korea, Spurs fans rally for Finals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-antonio/2026/06/03/san-antonio-spurs-victor-wembanyama-emotions-cry" target="_self">Spurs&#x27; return to the NBA Finals</a> is putting the team&#x27;s global fanbase on display.Why it matters: It&#x27;s not every day Spurs fans get to see just how far the team&#x27;s reach extends.

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