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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) has become the first Division 1 NCAA program to sign a sponsorship deal with a Mexico-based company, Jumex. The announcement will take place during a game against Texas State University at the Alamodome this Saturday. This partnership aims to enhance representation of Latino culture in collegiate sports.
San Antonio's City Council approved a $489 million contribution toward a new $1.3 billion arena deal with the Spurs, drawing criticism from economist Andrew Zimbalist. He argues that the city's financing model is flawed, as it relies on hypothetical economic development that may not materialize. Local voters will decide on the proposal in November.
Kawhi Leonard faces allegations of circumventing the NBA salary cap through a fraudulent endorsement deal with a bankrupt tree-planting company. Independent journalist Pablo Torre claims the deal, worth $28 million, was orchestrated by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and involved payments to Leonard's uncle, Dennis Robertson. Spurs fans are reacting strongly on social media, with mixed feelings about Leonard's actions.
San Antonio City Council will consider a new ordinance imposing fines between $500 and $2,000 for individuals who abandon pets at the local dog pound. The proposal aims to address the city's ongoing issues with stray animals and improve response rates from Animal Care Services.
Authorities investigate a possible human smuggling operation in Southwest San Antonio after witnesses reported seeing individuals exit a tractor trailer. Several arrests occurred, but no injuries or children were found among those detained. The investigation follows a tragic incident in 2022 where 53 migrants died in a similar situation.
The University of Texas at San Antonio merged with Texas Health Science Center, becoming the state's third-largest public research university with 40,000 students and a research budget of $486 million. President Taylor Eighmy emphasized the institution's commitment to excellence in education and healthcare, aiming to set a model for public research universities nationwide.
Spurs Sports & Entertainment will launch a campaign to garner support for a new $1.3 billion downtown arena in San Antonio, starting with a rally on Saturday. The campaign encourages residents to vote on two propositions related to funding the facility in the upcoming November ballot.
The Texas House passed House Bill 265 with a vote of 128-3, tightening penalties for youth camps with safety deficiencies and reducing industry representation on a state advisory committee. The bill aims to enhance accountability and safety measures following the tragic drowning incident at Camp Mystic.
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Abel Munoz Sifuentes, 29, faces assault charges for allegedly injuring a fellow deputy, with whom he had a four-year relationship. The allegations surfaced during an exit interview with the female deputy, who reported being assaulted in May 2024. Sifuentes has been placed on administrative leave and is undergoing dismissal proceedings.
San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones met with Taiwanese semiconductor officials to attract high-paying jobs to the city. This initiative aligns with Texas's goal to lead in semiconductor manufacturing following the 2022 CHIPS Act, which has already benefited other Texas metros. Securing a semiconductor plant in San Antonio could significantly boost the local economy.