SOUTHTOWN

An old car dealership near downtown San Antonio is transforming into an entertainment district, joining areas like the Pearl and Southtown.

Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt as “Ladies Night of Comedy” presents an unforgettable evening of humor featuring the sensational headliner Michelle Cantu in her Southtown debut.

Rosario’s has permanently closed its restaurant on the city’s North Side.

A convicted felon is facing seven charges after he was found with stolen guns and drugs at his Southtown-area home, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.

Southtown’s newest eatery, “Blush,” will evoke tastes of different cultures with French, Mexican, and Puerto Rican flavors, enriched with a Southeast Asian twist.

San Antonio police say a man and woman suffered gunshot wounds when they shot each other. The woman is accused of breaking into the man's apartment by kicking in his door.

Beginning February 10, Rosario’s ComidaMex & Bar will be open for lunch and dinner.

A section of Cevallos Street from Interstate 35 to Probandt Street will be dubbed Emma Tenayuca Memorial Way in honor of the labor and civil rights leader.

A new San Antonio Peruvian style restaurant and bar will be opening soon.

Rosario’s on South Alamo will serve its last meal at 9 p.m. on Sunday. But, don’t worry — the beloved restaurant is going to reopen at a new location soon.

In collaboration with Slab Cinema, The Good Kind will host an outdoor October movie night series.

A third suspect has been arrested in the aggravated robbery of two people at a Southtown-area hotel in May.

The Sexology Insititute in San Antonio’s Southtown is closed until further notice due to two break-ins that happened within hours of each other this week.

Father’s Day deals, barbeque + Juneteeth celebrations!

One suspect ‘pistol-whipped’ the victim on his face, police say

San Antonio fire crews say burglar bars slowed them down as they tried to battle a house fire where they later found a man dead.

Local eateries are offering Easter and spring-themed brunches and specials on both Saturday and Sunday.

Arson investigators are trying to figure out what started a fire that destroyed a vacant building near the Alamodome overnight.

The month of March has yielded wonderful weather for San Antonio, so now’s the time to explore outside before the sweltering summer hits.

City officials had put their support behind a plan to bring major development to the 32-acre site.

A man with a history of setting fires is in custody for sparking another one in the Southtown area, according to San Antonio police.

A skateboarder was seriously wounded late Sunday night after he was hit by a train downtown, according to San Antonio police.

You can peek inside a 15,000 square foot penthouse in San Antonio’s historic Southtown district.

Azuca Nuevo Latino Chef and Owner Rene Fernandez is planning a new tapas and wine restaurant in Southtown.

An Italian restaurant in Southtown was ordered to go through a re-inspection earlier this year after a yellow build-up and black sludge were found inside its ice machine.

Three people were taken to the hospital following a crash involving a VIA Metropolitan Transit bus and four other vehicles Monday in the Southtown area.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio is home to so many organizations and on Tuesday, Southtown welcomed a new national headquarters for America’s Walking Club. “I’ve walked in all 50 states and 14 countries,” Carl Cordes, Pacific Regional Director, of America’s Walking Club said. “The fun of exploring new places that you would not find if you went on vacation to San Antonio. Tuesday is a special day for America’s Walking Club, and this kicks off a special week that encourages fun, fitness and friendship. If you are interested in checking out the new headquarters, the America’s Walking Club is hosting an open house from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1008 Alamo Street.

SAN ANTONIO – In the heart of Southtown, north of downtown San Antonio, you’ll find Hot Joy and once you do, you may add this to your go-to local restaurant list. If you’re thirsty, you’ll also get the perk of enjoying Tiki-inspired cocktails from one of the largest rum bars in Texas. HIs favorite cocktail is the “Pain Killer. ”“It’s a classic Tiki concept, there’s no other place in the city you can get this (Pain Killer),” Cardenas said. This includes several doses of rum and other liquors (meant to share) and it’s topped off with a flaming spark.

SAN ANTONIO – It’s no secret that the old Lone Star Brewery has seen its share of failed attempts to redevelop the decades-old site, but a new development group hopes to change that. The site will be known as the Lone Star District. Map of phase 1 development for Lone Star District. AdRendering shows aerial view of Lone Star District. Rendering of Lone Star District project shows open areas with shops surrounding it.

SAN ANTONIO – A colorful and cozy spot of equal economic, political and social rights is now open in Southtown. The San Antonio Mennonite Fellowship has finally opened their new library on wheels, the La Peregrina Social Justice Library. The idea to convert the bus into a library actually came from a client of the coffee shop. “We already have all of these books to do it.”The book collection focuses on topics of social and faith justice curated in both English and Spanish. La Peregrina Library's book collection focuses on topics of social and faith justice curated in both English and Spanish.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio is getting a new craft cocktail bar concept in Southtown called Amor Eterno. The menu for Amor Eterno is inspired by “Tejano street fare,” according to a spokesperson. Menu items, developed in partnership with popular pop-up concept ¡Bucho!, will include things like ceviche wonton tacos, hot chicken tacos, Tejano Cubano, Ol’ Fashion donut and more. (Amor Eterno)The new spot, located at 540 S. Presa Street, is celebrating its grand opening on Jan. 6. Amor Eterno is occupying the space that was formerly Don Martin’s Coffee Co.Related:

SAN ANTONIO – Tis the season for giving back and at this southtown church parking lot, two trailers are doing just that. “I thought would if we could have refugees that are our staff.”Best-Richmond is a pastor at the San Antonio Mennonite Church in southtown. “All of our space and our money is something we can give back to the community," Best-Richmond said. The employees are all family members seeking asylum while staying at the Mennonite Church. “We are just really hoping that this will be kind of a cultural center for the whole community," Best-Richmond said.

San Antonio – For the past 28, Rosario’s Mexican Café y Cantina has been a staple in the Southtown area and now, for the third time, the popular restaurant will be moving locations. New concept photos of Rosario's new location Courtesy: Rosario's Mexican Café y Cantina (KSAT)New concept plans for the restaurant were released and included expanded guest experience options with indoor and outdoor dining areas, a rooftop terrace, various court spaces and niches within the development that provide flexible gathering spaces. “Our new construction plans will incorporate all the care we have for heritage, our neighboring community, and our customers' new dining needs," Wong said. “I also want my long-time customers to feel comfortable in a new Rosario’s that has the same charm and hospitality they have enjoyed for decades, incorporating safety protections in a COVID world.”New concept photos of Rosario's new location Courtesy: Rosario's Mexican Café y Cantina (KSAT)The new location is expected to open sometime in 2021. RELATED:Your guide to the 5 top spots in San Antonio’s King William neighborhoodPopular San Antonio burger joint closes original location on the West Side

SAN ANTONIO – Jody Newman is the owner of The Friendly Spot in Southtown. We at the friendly spot, we did it for over four and a half months. Bexar County Commissioners Court to hear details on plan to help bars reopenNewman has been an active voice for the Texas Bar and Restaurant Association. Catch KSAT Q&A live at 6:30 p.m. and on the Nightbeat. Related: ‘This is not what we want’: Bar owners react to Bexar County Judge’s decision to reopen bars

SAN ANTONIO – Next year, a new bar will take the place of a popular Southtown cafe that is closing its doors, management confirmed on social media. Madhatters Tea House and Cafe announced Tuesday it would be closing its doors after 20 years of operation. To our... Posted by Madhatters Tea House and Cafe on Tuesday, October 13, 2020“Madhatters and I are retiring! Recent... Posted by Madhatters Tea House and Cafe on Monday, March 23, 2020“Owning a business in Southtown and King William has been a wonderful experience for us for the past decade,” The Tea House said on Facebook. Let’s all pitch in to support one another.”According to a report from the San Antonio Business Journal, Bar Loretta will be taking over the space.

SAN ANTONIO – Diversity is brewing in San Antonio’s newest coffee spot in Southtown. The bakery and coffee trailer is run by the pastor of the church, Katie Best-Richmond, who said its to help families in San Antonio seeking asylum. The coffee shop is run by volunteers and asylum seekers themselves. Café Cotidiano in Southtown hopes to help families seeking asylum through coffee. “Whatever money we need to live and be active members of the community, that’s also what (asylum seekers) need,” Best-Richmond said.

SAN ANTONIO – In case you are needing an excuse to nosh on chips and salsa, today is National Tortilla Chip Day. It’s just a day to celebrate two great things in the world: tortillas and chips. Add some salsa and you’ve got yourself an apt Monday snack. New taco joint at Pearl’s food hall now openHere are some restaurants that serve the best chips and salsa, according to Yelp. The review site compiled ratings, reviews of actual chips and salsa and price to devise the list, but we’re sure the guacamole and queso are up to par for pairing as well.