Governor Greg Abbott requests a disaster declaration from the SBA to aid Northeast Texas communities impacted by severe weather, enabling access to federal assistance and low-interest loans for recovery.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is suing Dallas over gun bans at Music Hall and The Majestic Theatre, claiming they violate state law by prohibiting licensed handguns.

San Antonio city officials are seeking new members for the VIA Metropolitan Transit Board of Trustees, with a May 1, 2025, application deadline. Eligible local residents may apply to help guide transit policy and operations.

Texas approves Senate Bill 2, a major school choice program, with plans for increased classroom funding and teacher pay, as noted in Governor Abbott's office statement.

Governor Abbott appointed Santana, Kaplan, and Sjolander to the Coastal Water Authority Board of Directors, each bringing unique expertise to water management in Texas.

San Antonio invites residents to apply for positions on the SAWS Board of Trustees by May 1, 2025, emphasizing the Board's crucial role in managing the city's water system operations and fiscal policies.

San Antonio's Councilmember Castillo proposed a policy to create job opportunities for locals in construction projects over $10M, requiring part of the workforce to be apprenticeship program graduates.

San Antonio forecasts warm temperatures with mixed cloudy conditions and increasing chances of storms, particularly over the weekend. Winds may offer slight relief from the heat.

Two men from San Antonio were sentenced for a gun theft and trafficking scheme, with Alcapone Pena receiving 70 months and Nathan Padilla 90 months in federal prison.

Schertz City Council will hold public hearings on May 6th to discuss rezoning two land parcels for potential business and residential/agricultural development.

Councilmember John Courage announced a partnership to eliminate $60 million in medical debt for 45,000 San Antonians, using funds from the city's budget.

San Antonio's "City Lights" is a new art installation by R&R&R at City Tower, reflecting local history and nature with elements like Pecos Red lampposts and Yucca blossoms.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Tim Timmerman and reappoints Bobby Patton to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission, emphasizing business expertise and environmental stewardship.