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Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new year
Read full article: Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new yearNearly half of Americans said they’re worried they won’t be able to afford necessary health care this year, according to a recent West Health-Gallup survey.
What NASDAQ’s move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San Antonio
Read full article: What NASDAQ’s move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San AntonioTexas could soon become a major player in the financial world, with NASDAQ announcing plans to open a regional office in the state.
Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement to keep patients in-network
Read full article: Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement to keep patients in-networkShould the two sides be unable to reach terms before the Dec. 31 deadline, Baptist Health System said 1.4 million Texas families could face higher costs or disruptions in their healthcare.
Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery bill
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery billA new Consumer Reports investigation found that Instacart has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant.
Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tighten
Read full article: Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tightenThe National Retail Federation expects Americans to break a record this holiday season, projecting shoppers to spend more than $1 trillion.
Far east Bexar County resident scores $1 million prize in Texas Lottery scratch ticket game
Read full article: Far east Bexar County resident scores $1 million prize in Texas Lottery scratch ticket gameAn Adkins resident, in far east Bexar County, claimed a winning scratch ticket worth $1 million, the Texas Lottery said in a news release.
San Antonio residents turn to side jobs to keep up with rising costs
Read full article: San Antonio residents turn to side jobs to keep up with rising costsThe latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows 5.4% of employed Americans hold multiple jobs, reflecting growing economic pressures as inflation continues to impact household budgets.
Here’s where you can score deals on Thanksgiving meal deal bundles this year
Read full article: Here’s where you can score deals on Thanksgiving meal deal bundles this yearAs has been the case for years, major grocers are offering meal deals for the big holiday. This year, some retailers are lowering prices for those packages.
$1.6M+ raised to help San Antonio SNAP recipients during benefits pause, Mayor Jones says
Read full article: $1.6M+ raised to help San Antonio SNAP recipients during benefits pause, Mayor Jones saysOver $1.6 million dollars have been raised from local businesses to aid SNAP recipients as the federal government shutdown continues, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said at a Friday press conference.
Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month
Read full article: Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per monthSome seniors say the Social Security Administration's cost-of-living adjustment won’t help much in their ability to pay for their daily expenses.
Feds slash the budget for program that helped 65,000 Texans enroll for health insurance
Read full article: Feds slash the budget for program that helped 65,000 Texans enroll for health insuranceAbout this time of year, Foundation Communities would be getting its latest group of specially-trained staff members ready to help more than 6,800 Central Texans sign up for Affordable Care Act insurance coverage.
‘Pitch It to Win It’ social media contest could let anyone with a startup idea win $1000
Read full article: ‘Pitch It to Win It’ social media contest could let anyone with a startup idea win $1000San Antonio Startup Week is in full swing, bringing together entrepreneurs who will be pitching their business ideas for $160,000, which will be awarded throughout the week.
San Antonio home sales rose in September; prices held steady, SABOR report finds
Read full article: San Antonio home sales rose in September; prices held steady, SABOR report findsSan Antonio home sales rose last month, with prices holding steady, according to the latest Multiple Listing Service Report from the San Antonio Board of Realtors.
Disney to increase prices for US parks after October 2026
Read full article: Disney to increase prices for US parks after October 2026Visiting Mickey Mouse is getting more expensive next holiday season after Disney announced price hikes for its U.S. parks, according to a statement from Disney on USA Today.
Holiday shoppers get head start in October to score deals ahead of season, survey finds
Read full article: Holiday shoppers get head start in October to score deals ahead of season, survey findsShoppers are getting a head start on their holiday purchases to avoid missing out on major sales, according to a new survey from Wallethub.
Smart Money Flow seminar aims to empower San Antonians’ finances
Read full article: Smart Money Flow seminar aims to empower San Antonians’ financesSan Antonians who want to take charge of their finances now have an opportunity to learn about and access resources on how to build credit and chart a pathway to financial success at the Smart Money Flow seminar this Tuesday.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate for first time this year
Read full article: Federal Reserve cuts key rate for first time this yearThe Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point Wednesday and projected it would do so twice more this year as concern grows at the central bank about the health of the nation’s labor market.
No, the CFPB is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle and Cash App
Read full article: No, the CFPB is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle and Cash AppFree money from Zelle or Cash App just for filling out a government form? That’s what some TikTok videos claim. But Consumer Reports has a warning: it’s not a windfall — it’s simply not true.
H-E-B’s Charles Butt, Cowboys’ Jerry Jones among the Texas billionaires in Forbes’ 400 richest people list
Read full article: H-E-B’s Charles Butt, Cowboys’ Jerry Jones among the Texas billionaires in Forbes’ 400 richest people listForbes recently released its list of the 400 richest people in the United States, and it includes more than 40 people with Texas ties.
Fredericksburg convenience store sells one of the largest lottery prizes in Texas history
Read full article: Fredericksburg convenience store sells one of the largest lottery prizes in Texas historyTwo winners of the nearly $1.8 billion Powerball prize were picked on Saturday, with one of the tickets sold in Fredericksburg.
Employer-sponsored health insurance costs could see highest increase since 2010, report finds
Read full article: Employer-sponsored health insurance costs could see highest increase since 2010, report findsIf you get your health insurance through your job, you could see those monthly plan costs go up.
Interest resumes on student loans under SAVE Plan on Aug. 1
Read full article: Interest resumes on student loans under SAVE Plan on Aug. 1The U.S. Department of Education is set to restart interest accrual on federal student loans under the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan starting Aug. 1.
Southwest Airlines sets date for assigned seating changes next year
Read full article: Southwest Airlines sets date for assigned seating changes next yearSouthwest Airlines is set to transform its boarding process by introducing assigned seating, starting January 27, 2026, marking the end of the airline’s long-standing open-seat policy.
Texas is closer to putting the Ten Commandments in classrooms after a key vote
Read full article: Texas is closer to putting the Ten Commandments in classrooms after a key voteA push to put the Ten Commandments on display in all Texas public school classrooms is closer to reaching Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Circle K offers discount for Memorial Day, Circle K Fuel Day
Read full article: Circle K offers discount for Memorial Day, Circle K Fuel DayIn honor of Memorial Day and Circle K Fuel Day, participating San Antonio Circle K locations, as well as 5,800 other locations in the U.S., are offering discounted fuel on Thursday.
Texas teacher pay falls $10K below national average, says the Texas State Teachers Association
Read full article: Texas teacher pay falls $10K below national average, says the Texas State Teachers AssociationThe average teacher pay across Texas has fallen more than $10,000 below the national average according to the Texas State Teachers Association.
Gas prices drop 17.8 cents in San Antonio this week, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Gas prices drop 17.8 cents in San Antonio this week, GasBuddy reportsAverage gasoline prices in San Antonio have fallen 17.8 cents per gallon in the past week, now averaging $2.66 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the area.
San Antonio refugee center lays off 159 workers, Texas Workforce Commission says
Read full article: San Antonio refugee center lays off 159 workers, Texas Workforce Commission saysOver 100 workers at the Refugee and Immigration Center for Education and Legal Services Inc. (RAICES) were issued layoff notices, according to a Texas Workforce Commission filing.
Gas prices rise nearly 23 cents in San Antonio this week, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Gas prices rise nearly 23 cents in San Antonio this week, GasBuddy reportsAverage gasoline prices in San Antonio have gone up 22.9 cents per gallon in the past week, now averaging $2.84 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the area.
Gas prices drop 13.1 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reports
Read full article: Gas prices drop 13.1 cents in San Antonio, GasBuddy reportsAverage gasoline prices in San Antonio have fallen by 13.1 cents per gallon in the past week, now averaging $2.61 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 886 stations in the area.