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Reader says Trump seeks normalize military presence in U.S. cities

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 1h

A reader warns that Republicans in Congress and the Supreme Court will welcome a third term. | Opinion

A reader warns that Republicans in Congress and the Supreme Court will welcome a third term.

Frost Bank was target of $1 million+ ATM caper, court documents reveal

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 2h

Nine individuals have been indicted in the alleged scheme; one has already entered a guilty plea.

Nine individuals have been indicted in the alleged scheme; one has already entered a guilty plea.

S.A. nonprofit's new coffee truck aims to brew up brighter futures

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 3h

SA Life Academy, a program for adults with developmental disabilities, says the program is giving its students crucial real-world work experience.

SA Life Academy, a program for adults with developmental disabilities, says the program is giving its students crucial real-world work experience.

After pivotal vote, Corpus Christi is on the brink of a water shortage

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 4h

Texas leaders hope massive desalination projects can shore up the state's dwindling water supply. But the costs, as shown in Corpus Christi, are extraordinary.

Texas leaders hope massive desalination projects can shore up the state's dwindling water supply. But the costs, as shown in Corpus Christi, are extraordinary.

Skills vs. behavior: Find balance in hiring

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 9h

When interviewing candidates for a job, consider the company’s long-term needs.

When interviewing candidates for a job, consider the company’s long-term needs.

Stop ‘task-masking’ at work just to look busy

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 10h

TikTok has been abuzz with the workplace trend “task-masking” — making yourself look busy — but in reality, the act (and art) of appearing to be hard at work has been around for decades.

TikTok has been abuzz with the workplace trend “task-masking” — making yourself look busy — but in reality, the act (and art) of appearing to be hard at work has been around for decades.

Top Midsize Workplace: SMS Data Products Group taps into the three C’s

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 11h

The tech firm’s office at JBSA-Lackland named the top midsize employer in the Alamo City, its first win in the San Antonio survey.

The tech firm’s office at JBSA-Lackland named the top midsize employer in the Alamo City, its first win in the San Antonio survey.

2025 Top Workplaces — Midsize Employers

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 12h

These are the Top Workplaces among midsize employers in the San Antonio area for 2025.

These are the Top Workplaces among midsize employers in the San Antonio area for 2025.

Top Small Workplace: At Smart Solutions, Spurs games, swag part of the equation

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 13h

“Meaningful work” — helping businesses save money by cutting energy usage — also seen as factor in San Antonio company’s performance in annual Top Workplace survey.

“Meaningful work” — helping businesses save money by cutting energy usage — also seen as factor in San Antonio company’s performance in annual Top Workplace survey.

Tropical rainfall will hit parts of Texas Sunday. Here’s where.

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 13h

Tropical Storm Raymond made landfall in western Mexico Saturday, and leftover moisture will move northeast into parts of Texas.

Tropical Storm Raymond made landfall in western Mexico Saturday, and leftover moisture will move northeast into parts of Texas.

La Villita saved from razing, transformed into arts village 86 years ago

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 14h

A city ordinance passed on Oct. 12, 1939, saved the former village from being razed by using federal funds earmarked for youth arts programs.

A city ordinance passed on Oct. 12, 1939, saved the former village from being razed by using federal funds earmarked for youth arts programs.

Sam's Club extends store hours as holiday shopping season approaches

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 14h

The membership-based wholesale club extended its Sunday store hours, giving some members even earlier access to shop.

The membership-based wholesale club extended its Sunday store hours, giving some members even earlier access to shop.

Top Large Workplace: JBGoodwin Realtors fosters a people-first environment

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 15h

This is the first year that the firm has been listed as the top large workplace in San Antonio — after getting the top midsize workplace for the last six years.

This is the first year that the firm has been listed as the top large workplace in San Antonio — after getting the top midsize workplace for the last six years.

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 15h

As Gen Z prioritizes affordability and jobs, a new ranking shows Texas cities are among the most sought-after destinations, with San Antonio landing higher than other major metros. bit.ly/46Ox32Q

2025 Top Workplaces — Large Employers

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 16h

These are the Top Workplaces among large employers in the San Antonio area for 2025.

These are the Top Workplaces among large employers in the San Antonio area for 2025.

Bexar County jail inmate dies at University Hospital days after arrest

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 16h

Victor Cadena, 34, was pronounced dead Sunday morning at University Hospital, days after his arrest on aggravated robbery charges.

Victor Cadena, 34, was pronounced dead Sunday morning at University Hospital, days after his arrest on aggravated robbery charges.

Texas cities dominate in a new ranking of top U.S. spots for Gen Z

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 17h

Texas was the only state to have two cities place in the Top 10 best cities for Gen Z, based on a survey by Corebridge Financial.

Texas was the only state to have two cities place in the Top 10 best cities for Gen Z, based on a survey by Corebridge Financial.

2025 Top Workplaces — Special Awards

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 17h

Here are the special awards recipients for the 2025 Top Workplaces in the San Antonio area.

Here are the special awards recipients for the 2025 Top Workplaces in the San Antonio area.

Spurs' David Jones Garcia aims to keep promise to his late father

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 17h

The Dominican guard signed a two-way deal this offseason to stick close to the NBA

The Dominican guard signed a two-way deal this offseason to stick close to the NBA

San Antonio-based Merit Coffee Co. to open first Houston locations in 2026

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 18h

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's recent speech criticizing “fat troops” for giving the military a “bad look” has drawn increased attention after a viral photo surfaced of heavyset Texas National Guard soldiers deployed to Chicago. bit.ly/3J7WwLq

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 19h

The coffee chain founded in 2009 has two Houston locations under construction that are expected to open in 2026.

The coffee chain founded in 2009 has two Houston locations under construction that are expected to open in 2026.

Spurs still tinkering as preseason hits final week

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 19h

Thanks to injuries and inactives, coach Mitch Johnson's lineups have been "all over the place" during the Spurs' 3-0 preseason start

Thanks to injuries and inactives, coach Mitch Johnson's lineups have been "all over the place" during the Spurs' 3-0 preseason start

When tortillas and penalty flags fly, Texas Tech football coach finally gets mad

San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 20h

The Red Raiders were called for penalties at home as part of a Big 12 crackdown on throwing objects on the field, including tortillas, a school tradition.

Red Raiders were called for penalties at home as part of Big 12 crackdown on throwing objects on field, including tortillas, a school tradition

Sugar Land working to restore payment system after cyber breach

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San Antonio Express-News @expressnews.com · 20h

Sugar Land police were working with local, state and federal law enforcement officials to investigate the breach, according to a city statement.

Sugar Land police were working with local, state and federal law enforcement officials to investigate the breach, according to a city statement.