City of San Antonio delays release of expenses council members made leading up to Final Four games
Read full article: City of San Antonio delays release of expenses council members made leading up to Final Four gamesNearly two months after KSAT Investigates requested city credit card records for all 10 members of San Antonio City Council, Mayor Ron Nirenberg and City Manager Erik Walsh, the city has yet to provide those documents.
Duke freshman Cooper Flagg is headed to the NBA as the favorite to be the No. 1 overall draft pick
Read full article: Duke freshman Cooper Flagg is headed to the NBA as the favorite to be the No. 1 overall draft pickDuke star Cooper Flagg is headed to the NBA as the favorite to be the No. 1 overall draft pick.
SA city manager used taxpayer dollars to buy himself Final Four tickets; then used own money after KSAT asked questions
Read full article: SA city manager used taxpayer dollars to buy himself Final Four tickets; then used own money after KSAT asked questionsSan Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh used taxpayer dollars to buy himself two tickets to the 2025 Final Four, records show. Hours after KSAT Investigates started asking questions about the purchase, emails show he turned them over to the mayor.
BY THE NUMBERS: San Antonio saw impressive turnout during NCAA Men’s Final Four weekend
Read full article: BY THE NUMBERS: San Antonio saw impressive turnout during NCAA Men’s Final Four weekendRecently released attendance numbers reveal that San Antonio once again had an impressive turnout at Final Four weekend.
City manager approved $20K Final Four tickets for SA council members, sparking community response
Read full article: City manager approved $20K Final Four tickets for SA council members, sparking community responseKSAT Investigates learned who authorized using taxpayer money to buy $20,000 worth of Final Four tickets for council members and a guest — San Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh.
8 victims of sex trafficking rescued during Final Four weekend in San Antonio, HSI officials say
Read full article: 8 victims of sex trafficking rescued during Final Four weekend in San Antonio, HSI officials sayEight victims of sex trafficking were rescued in a multi-day operation during the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four weekend, according to Homeland Security Investigations.
120 workers, 75K pounds of waste: San Antonio begins Final Four cleanup efforts
Read full article: 120 workers, 75K pounds of waste: San Antonio begins Final Four cleanup effortsThe excitement from this weekend’s Final Four festivities is still fresh, but the work of cleaning up the aftermath is already well underway.
FINAL FOUR REVIEW: Florida wraps up season as national champions
Read full article: FINAL FOUR REVIEW: Florida wraps up season as national championsThe Final Fours held in the Alamodome have always been exciting. San Antonio has hosted some classic college basketball games and Monday’s championship between Florida and Houston had fans on the edge of their seats all night long.
Florida's run to the national title lifts the Gators to No. 1 in the final AP Top 25 men's poll
Read full article: Florida's run to the national title lifts the Gators to No. 1 in the final AP Top 25 men's pollFlorida is a unanimous No. 1 in the final Associated Press men’s college basketball poll of the 2024-25 season after winning the national championship.
City of San Antonio spent $20K on Final Four VIP tickets for council members and guests, records show
Read full article: City of San Antonio spent $20K on Final Four VIP tickets for council members and guests, records showThousands of fans filled the Alamodome over the weekend to catch NCAA Men’s Final Four action, including some of San Antonio’s city councilmembers.
Florida Gators celebrate Final Four victory with River Walk parade
Read full article: Florida Gators celebrate Final Four victory with River Walk paradeAfter a comeback win against Houston inside the Alamodome, the Florida Gators took a trip down the San Antonio River Walk to celebrate its third national title.
Heartbreak for Houston. Florida’s defense holds strong to secure National Championship win
Read full article: Heartbreak for Houston. Florida’s defense holds strong to secure National Championship winThe 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship game started with both teams trading baskets like body blows.
Florida wins its third national title and denies Houston its first, rallying for 65-63 victory
Read full article: Florida wins its third national title and denies Houston its first, rallying for 65-63 victoryFlorida and Walter Clayton Jr. somehow overcame Houston’s spirit-crushing defense Monday night to will out a 65-63 victory in an NCAA title-game thriller not decided until Clayton’s own D stopped the Cougars from taking a game-winning shot at the buzzer.
‘One of the best places to host the Final Four’: Basketball fans say San Antonio is a winner
Read full article: ‘One of the best places to host the Final Four’: Basketball fans say San Antonio is a winnerNo matter whether the University of Houston Cougars or University of Florida Gators cut the nets Monday night, Final Four visitors think San Antonio is a winner, too.
UTSA and UIW receive $10K each to enhance on-campus mental health resources
Read full article: UTSA and UIW receive $10K each to enhance on-campus mental health resourcesLG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) to award the NCAA Final Four host schools each $10,000 in support of on-campus mental health resources, according to a news release.
UConn finishes season at No. 1 in AP women's basketball poll for first time since 2021
Read full article: UConn finishes season at No. 1 in AP women's basketball poll for first time since 2021UConn has capped its season at No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll one day after winning its 12th national championship.
Houston set to chase first NCAA championship against Florida after thrilling Final Four comeback
Read full article: Houston set to chase first NCAA championship against Florida after thrilling Final Four comebackThe University of Houston men’s basketball team is set to face the University of Florida in the NCAA Men’s Final Four National Championship, riding high after a thrilling 14-point comeback against Duke University.
Women's college basketball looking for next star with no Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins injured
Read full article: Women's college basketball looking for next star with no Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins injuredWomen’s college basketball has been on the rise these last few years, riding the wave of iconic players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins.
Florida prepares for matchup against Houston in NCAA Men’s Final Four championship game
Read full article: Florida prepares for matchup against Houston in NCAA Men’s Final Four championship gameAfter the University of Houston Cougars rallied from a 14-point deficit with eight minutes to play against Duke in Saturday night’s Final Four matchup, the Florida Gators understand how tough it is to beat Houston.
Final Four events to enjoy on Monday ahead of NCAA Men’s Final Four championship game
Read full article: Final Four events to enjoy on Monday ahead of NCAA Men’s Final Four championship gameAs the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four reaches to its end, there are still Final Four festivities you can attend to on Monday aside from the championship game.
Houston, Florida play for title and put a different spin on the underdog role to wrap March Madness
Read full article: Houston, Florida play for title and put a different spin on the underdog role to wrap March MadnessWhoever said there were no great underdog stories left in March Madness, or that the title would go to whoever spends the most money — or amasses the best collection of big names from the transfer portal — clearly never checked out Houston.
Houston defeats Duke 70-67 to advance to championship game against Florida
Read full article: Houston defeats Duke 70-67 to advance to championship game against FloridaThe Houston Cougars defeated the Duke Blue Devils 70-67 in the Final Four semifinal game, advancing to the championship and joining Florida in the title matchup.
Thousands of children showcase dribbling skills in NCAA Men’s Final Four Dribble
Read full article: Thousands of children showcase dribbling skills in NCAA Men’s Final Four DribbleThousands of children showcased their dribbling skills on a one-mile course during the NCAA Men’s Final Four Dribble presented by Buick on Sunday.
Day 2 of sights and sounds during Final Four weekend in San Antonio
Read full article: Day 2 of sights and sounds during Final Four weekend in San AntonioOn the second day of the 2025 Men’s Final Four weekend, the excitement continued as the two winning teams advanced to compete for the championship title.
4 San Antonio high school teams celebrate Final Four with pregame festivities, flag presentations
Read full article: 4 San Antonio high school teams celebrate Final Four with pregame festivities, flag presentationsAs the 2025 Men’s Final Four takes place, four San Antonio high school basketball teams participated in the pregame festivities.
Florida Gators defeat Auburn 79-73, advances to NCAA Men’s Final Four championship game
Read full article: Florida Gators defeat Auburn 79-73, advances to NCAA Men’s Final Four championship gameFlorida takes the win against Auburn 78-73 in the NCAA Men’s Final Four semifinal game. The Gators will advance to seek their third national championship on Monday, April 7.
On the run: UTSA men’s basketball’s future success hinges on young coaches with a shared past
Read full article: On the run: UTSA men’s basketball’s future success hinges on young coaches with a shared pastUTSA men's basketball head coach Austin Claunch, assistant coach Nick Bowman and assistant coach/general manager Joey Brooks discuss how to build a winning program in a new era of college athletics.
At Final Four, Houston slowing Duke’s Cooper Flagg could come down to a stopper named Joseph Tugler
Read full article: At Final Four, Houston slowing Duke’s Cooper Flagg could come down to a stopper named Joseph TuglerPretty much every basketball fan has heard of Duke’s Cooper Flagg. Nowhere near as many have heard of Houston’s Joseph Tugler.
KSAT sports team breaks down sights and sound of Reese’s Men’s Final Four
Read full article: KSAT sports team breaks down sights and sound of Reese’s Men’s Final FourWith the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four officially kicking off on Saturday evening, all four teams—Auburn, Duke, Florida, and Houston—held open practices on Friday for fans and the media at the Alamodome.
City of San Antonio conducts homeless camp sweeps ahead of Final Four
Read full article: City of San Antonio conducts homeless camp sweeps ahead of Final FourWith thousands of visitors set to visit San Antonio for the Final Four, the City of San Antonio said it focused its homeless camp sweeps in the downtown area.
🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musical
Read full article: 🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musicalGet ready to have a slam-dunk of a time this weekend as the NCAA Men’s Final Four takes over downtown San Antonio.
Billboards across San Antonio during Final Four weekend call to stop sex trafficking
Read full article: Billboards across San Antonio during Final Four weekend call to stop sex traffickingA campaign to raise awareness about sex trafficking was launched in several cities, including San Antonio, during the NCAA Men’s Final Four.
Final Four events cause some downtown construction projects to take a timeout
Read full article: Final Four events cause some downtown construction projects to take a timeoutWith college basketball’s big games coming to downtown San Antonio this weekend, the city has put some street construction work in a time-out.
Will the NCAA March Madness Music Festival be canceled in San Antonio due to storms?
Read full article: Will the NCAA March Madness Music Festival be canceled in San Antonio due to storms?As the 2025 March Madness Music Festival approaches, concerns about the possibility of storms arriving during the event are growing.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible Alamodome upgrades
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible Alamodome upgradesAs downtown San Antonio prepares to host the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four, Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined Wednesday’s GMSA+ on KSAT Plus to discuss the city’s plans for possible upgrades to the Alamodome.
Where to park downtown during Final Four, March Madness Music Festival
Read full article: Where to park downtown during Final Four, March Madness Music FestivalWith thousands expected to visit downtown San Antonio for the Men’s NCAA Final Four weekend, it’s crucial to know where to park to ensure a slam dunk of a visit.
T-Pain to perform free pop-up show at Aztec Theatre during Final Four weekend
Read full article: T-Pain to perform free pop-up show at Aztec Theatre during Final Four weekendT-Pain is performing a free pop-up show in San Antonio after his Final Four concert on Saturday, according to ticket website 1iota and Live Nation.
Share your 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four photos, videos on KSAT Connect
Read full article: Share your 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four photos, videos on KSAT ConnectAre you heading to one of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four games? Or going to one of the Final Four events? Submit photos and videos to KSAT Connect!
WATCH: What to know about Final Four matchups, weather, free concerts and more
Read full article: WATCH: What to know about Final Four matchups, weather, free concerts and moreFrom the free March Madness Music Festival to game previews to the weather forecast, KSAT is providing extensive coverage of the Final Four weekend.
Los Angeles Clippers’ Eric Smith named 2025 Men’s Final Four public address announcer
Read full article: Los Angeles Clippers’ Eric Smith named 2025 Men’s Final Four public address announcerThe 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four in San Antonio will have a booming voice coming through the speakers at the Alamodome.
Other big events happening in downtown San Antonio during Final Four weekend
Read full article: Other big events happening in downtown San Antonio during Final Four weekendDowntown San Antonio is set to come alive for Final Four weekend, and there’s a jam-packed schedule of events to attend beyond the games.
What to know before you go to the NCAA Men’s Final Four in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: What to know before you go to the NCAA Men’s Final Four in downtown San AntonioThe San Antonio Local Organizing Committee will host a press conference at 11 a.m. on Tuesday to provide updates on public safety measures, transportation options and other key events.
KSAT Q&A: Editor of San Antonio Business Journal discusses Final Four tourism, tariffs
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Editor of San Antonio Business Journal discusses Final Four tourism, tariffsEd Arnold, editor of the San Antonio Business Journal appeared on the 6 O’Clock News to discuss Final Four weekend’s impact on tourism and how tariffs could affect the local economy.
What’s changed downtown since San Antonio last hosted the Men’s Final Four in 2018
Read full article: What’s changed downtown since San Antonio last hosted the Men’s Final Four in 2018If you attended the Men’s Final Four or related events in San Antonio in 2018 — the last time the NCAA championship was held in the Alamo City — then you may notice how much downtown has changed in just seven years.
Charles Barkley, Magic Johnson blimps spotted in San Antonio area for Final Four
Read full article: Charles Barkley, Magic Johnson blimps spotted in San Antonio area for Final FourCapital One has launched two blimps featuring basketball Hall of Famers Charles Barkley and Magic Johnson, soaring over the Alamo City.
Duke's great D sends Blue Devils to their 18th Final Four with an 85-65 win over Alabama
Read full article: Duke's great D sends Blue Devils to their 18th Final Four with an 85-65 win over AlabamaDuke’s stream of NBA-ready standouts used smothering defense and other options on offense to paper over Cooper Flagg’s rough shooting night and lift the Blue Devils to the program’s 18th Final Four with an 85-65 victory over Alabama.
Walter Clayton Jr. rallies Florida into Final Four with 84-79 March Madness win over Texas Tech
Read full article: Walter Clayton Jr. rallies Florida into Final Four with 84-79 March Madness win over Texas TechWalter Clayton Jr. rescued top-seeded Florida with two late 3-pointers, and the Gators rallied from nine points down late to reach the Final Four with an 84-79 victory over Texas Tech in the NCAA Tournament’s West Region final.
Texas Eats: Final Four Weekend - Best San Antonio Restaurants Near the NCAA March Madness Action
Read full article: Texas Eats: Final Four Weekend - Best San Antonio Restaurants Near the NCAA March Madness ActionThis week on Texas Eats, we're bringing you the best restaurants to visit in downtown San Antonio during March Madness and the Final Four weekend coming up in San Antonio.
San Antonio businesses prepare for economic boost ahead of the Final Four
Read full article: San Antonio businesses prepare for economic boost ahead of the Final FourSan Antonio is bracing for a massive influx of people as the Final Four approaches, with city officials predicting more than 100,000 visitors.
Trinity Staffing Services looking to fill 100 jobs during Final Four weekend
Read full article: Trinity Staffing Services looking to fill 100 jobs during Final Four weekendTrinity Staffing Services announced it will hire 100 applicants to fill guest service positions during the Final Four weekend, according to a press release.
FULL LINEUP: Singers, bands performing for free during Final Four weekend in San Antonio
Read full article: FULL LINEUP: Singers, bands performing for free during Final Four weekend in San AntonioSeveral big names in music are set to take the stage at the 2025 NCAA March Madness Music Festival in San Antonio. See who's performing for free.
I-35 southbound lane closures downtown lifted ahead of Final Four and Fiesta, TxDOT says
Read full article: I-35 southbound lane closures downtown lifted ahead of Final Four and Fiesta, TxDOT saysLane closures on Interstate 35, between Interstate 10 and Cesar Chavez Boulevard, were removed on Tuesday to assist drivers ahead of the Final Four and Fiesta, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Guide to Final Four in San Antonio: What to know about tickets, March Madness Music Festival, parking and more
Read full article: Guide to Final Four in San Antonio: What to know about tickets, March Madness Music Festival, parking and moreExcitement is building as San Antonio prepares to host the 2025 Men’s NCAA Final Four in April. Here's everything you need to know, from performers to the fan fest to parking.
Increased patrols, AI cameras and more: City officials ramp up safety measures ahead of Final Four, Fiesta
Read full article: Increased patrols, AI cameras and more: City officials ramp up safety measures ahead of Final Four, FiestaAs San Antonio gears up for an exciting few weeks with Final Four festivities and Fiesta around the corner, city officials are taking steps to ensure safety downtown.
Temporary fixes coming to South Alamo Street to accommodate Final Four visitors, city officials say
Read full article: Temporary fixes coming to South Alamo Street to accommodate Final Four visitors, city officials sayWith the NCAA Men’s Final Four around the corner, the City of San Antonio is taking measures to ensure future visitors are “safe and accessible” along South Alamo Street, which has been undergoing construction since 2022.
San Antonio third graders surpass goal of reading over 25 million minutes
Read full article: San Antonio third graders surpass goal of reading over 25 million minutesThe final four schools in the Read to the Final Four competition will be announced Wednesday, but San Antonio third graders are celebrating a significant milestone.
March Madness Preview: Andy Katz breaks down each region, predictions for Lone Star State teams
Read full article: March Madness Preview: Andy Katz breaks down each region, predictions for Lone Star State teamsThe road to San Antonio for the 2025 Men’s Final Four begins Tuesday with the play-in round, First Four.
Alamodome ready for Final Four, but how can venue remain viable for future tournaments
Read full article: Alamodome ready for Final Four, but how can venue remain viable for future tournamentsThe Men’s NCAA tournament begins this week, with the Final Four set to take place at the Alamodome in San Antonio. However, questions about the more than 30-year-old venue are arising about its viability for future similar events.
WATCH LIVE: San Antonio hosts Selection Sunday Watch Party for 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: San Antonio hosts Selection Sunday Watch Party for 2025 NCAA Men’s Final FourThe San Antonio Local Organizing Committee is hosting its Selection Sunday Watch Party for the 68-team field vying to compete in the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four.
Downtown San Antonio construction, road closures are guaranteed to advance to Final Four weekend
Read full article: Downtown San Antonio construction, road closures are guaranteed to advance to Final Four weekendConstruction by Market Square and South Alamo Street has caused detours and headaches for downtown San Antonio drivers, and it’s unlikely to get much better before the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament arrives April 4-7.
Pitbull, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton to headline free NCAA March Madness Music Festival in San Antonio
Read full article: Pitbull, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton to headline free NCAA March Madness Music Festival in San AntonioBig names in music are heading to the Alamo City to perform at the 2025 NCAA March Madness Music Festival in April.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio mayor discusses sister city agreement with Querétaro, upcoming mayoral election and more
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio mayor discusses sister city agreement with Querétaro, upcoming mayoral election and moreSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on the 6 O’Clock News to discuss the newly announced sister city agreement with Querétaro.
KSAT First Look: Alamodome unveils new suites ahead of NCAA Men’s Final Four
Read full article: KSAT First Look: Alamodome unveils new suites ahead of NCAA Men’s Final FourWith the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four approaching, the Alamodome unveiled 18 new suites on the arena’s south end, part of a multi-million dollar renovation project.