Governor Abbott appoints new members to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, including Chair Michael Glynn, Jr., and members James Mallinger, John Ortega, Sue De Villez, Paul Hamilton, and Brandon Wade.

Attorney General Ken Paxton sues San Antonio for illegally funding abortion-related travel, violating Texas law and the state constitution. This follows a similar lawsuit against Austin.

The Western District of Texas U.S. Attorney's Office launched 259 new immigration cases in early April, including human smuggling and illegal re-entries, as part of "Operation Take Back America."

San Antonio signs an MOU with Bexar County and the Spurs for a new downtown Sports and Entertainment District, focusing on redevelopment, community engagement, and potential Spurs' arena relocation.

Maria Espinoza advocates against distracted driving after her son's recovery from a coma caused by such an incident, coinciding with the Texas Department of Transportation's "Talk. Text. Crash." campaign to reduce related accidents.

San Antonio celebrates National Poetry Month with over 40 events, starting with VIVA Poesía on April 5th at Mission Marquee Plaza. The city's Poet Laureate and officials promote poetry's importance in the community.

Tiffany Jones-Smith has been appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott as chair of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force in Texas, with her healthcare advocacy background and leadership roles highlighted.

Texas AG Ken Paxton introduces a rule requiring district and county attorneys in larger counties to submit performance reports to enhance transparency and public safety.

Texas' economy grew at a 3.5% rate in Q4 2024, outperforming the national average and leading in job creation, with a real GDP reaching $2.7 trillion.

San Antonio's weather includes early showers with a 60% chance of rain and highs near 76, clearing later. The weekend will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-80s.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick of Texas threatens a special session if his priority issues on a THC product ban and bail law changes don't pass, despite lacking authority to call one himself. He's used similar tactics before, notably in 2017.

The week in San Antonio will have varied weather, including fog, sunshine, and possible thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to near 90 degrees.

San Antonio hosts a Household Hazardous Waste event for residents with proof of ID and environmental fee payment to safely dispose of specific hazardous items.