Guajolote Ranch opponents allege constitutional provision violation in filing for TCEQ rehearing
Read full article: Guajolote Ranch opponents allege constitutional provision violation in filing for TCEQ rehearingOpponents of the Guajolote Ranch development allege the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) exceeded its authority and violated constitutional provisions by approving a controversial wastewater permit last month, according to a motion for rehearing filed Monday.
Fight over Guajolote Ranch heats up as Texas Senator urges rejection of wastewater permit
Read full article: Fight over Guajolote Ranch heats up as Texas Senator urges rejection of wastewater permitTexas State Sen. Donna Campbell is urging state environmental regulators to deny a wastewater discharge permit tied to the controversial Guajolote Ranch development, a proposed 2,900-home Lennar project planned for northwest Bexar County.
Texas Senator sends opposition letter to TCEQ on recently approved Guajolote Ranch permit
Read full article: Texas Senator sends opposition letter to TCEQ on recently approved Guajolote Ranch permitTexas Sen. Donna Campbell (R-New Braunfels) sent a letter of opposition to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regarding a recently approved controversial wastewater permit.
Mapping the dozens of data centers in San Antonio; City Council to consider first request for center policy planning
Read full article: Mapping the dozens of data centers in San Antonio; City Council to consider first request for center policy planningDistrict 6 council member Ric Galvan filed the city’s first Council Consideration Request (CCR) to examine the exponential growth of data centers in San Antonio.
Texas’ $20 billion investment in water faces long road ahead, could further address flooding concerns
Read full article: Texas’ $20 billion investment in water faces long road ahead, could further address flooding concernsTexas voters overwhelmingly approved a historic $20 billion investment in the state’s water infrastructure, marking the largest water-related funding commitment in Texas history.
SAWS president and CEO says Guajolote Ranch development will not cause ‘lower quality water’
Read full article: SAWS president and CEO says Guajolote Ranch development will not cause ‘lower quality water’The head of San Antonio Water System (SAWS) told KSAT that systems are in place to protect the city’s water supply after the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) gave the green light for Guajolote Ranch, a controversial development in northwest Bexar County.
Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over watershed
Read full article: Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over watershedThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved the permit for a controversial wastewater facility in northwest Bexar County, as part of a development project known as Guajolote Ranch.
Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over Helotes Creek watershed
Read full article: Guajolote Ranch project moves forward as TCEQ approves wastewater facility permit over Helotes Creek watershedThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved the permit for a controversial wastewater facility in northwest Bexar County, as part of a development project known as Guajolote Ranch.
Heavy rain in Mexico sets off floods and landslides, killing at least 41
Read full article: Heavy rain in Mexico sets off floods and landslides, killing at least 41Authorities say the death toll from landslides and floods set off by incessant rainfall in central and southeastern Mexico has increased to 41 people.
San Antonio council members push for discussion of Guajolote Ranch development for first time
Read full article: San Antonio council members push for discussion of Guajolote Ranch development for first timeMarina Alderete Gavito (D7) and Ivalis Meza Gonzalez (D8) took a tour of the Guajolote Ranch development earlier this week and have since filed a report, calling for their fellow council members to discuss the issue for the first time.
The impact of billion-dollar data centers in water-stressed Medina County
Read full article: The impact of billion-dollar data centers in water-stressed Medina CountyMedina County is slated to become a hot spot for data centers, with a handful of nearly billion-dollar projects in development, county officials told KSAT.
Texas bill sets in motion 100-mile hike-and-bike trail connecting San Antonio to Austin
Read full article: Texas bill sets in motion 100-mile hike-and-bike trail connecting San Antonio to AustinA newly signed Texas House Bill sets in motion the Texas Bicentennial Trail, connecting new and existing trails from San Antonio to Austin.
SAWS places lien on Northwest Side apartment complex over $93K in debt, utility says
Read full article: SAWS places lien on Northwest Side apartment complex over $93K in debt, utility saysSan Antonio Water System has placed its first municipal utility lien on an apartment complex that has failed to pay an overdue balance for water and sewer services, according to a news release.
What’s in Spring Branch water? Families question safety after weeks of discoloration
Read full article: What’s in Spring Branch water? Families question safety after weeks of discolorationSome Spring Branch residents say their tap water has been discolored for nearly a month, with shades ranging from yellow to brown. Despite the murky appearance, residents remain frustrated as officials say the water is safe to drink.
$351 million in San Antonio taxpayer money wasted if proposed wastewater treatment plant approved, neighbor says
Read full article: $351 million in San Antonio taxpayer money wasted if proposed wastewater treatment plant approved, neighbor saysA northwest Bexar County resident is expressing outrage over a proposed wastewater treatment plant that could compromise San Antonio’s drinking water, potentially squandering $351 million in taxpayer funds meant for water protection.
Kendall County grapples with water concerns amid proposed neighborhood development
Read full article: Kendall County grapples with water concerns amid proposed neighborhood developmentOfficials with the Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District say the county can support growth if it is responsibly managed and that water withdrawal limits help control usage. However, the county lacks the authority to require rainwater catchment systems, a measure some see as necessary to protect groundwater resources.
Texas special session: What’s on the agenda, how it works and why Gov. Greg Abbott called one
Read full article: Texas special session: What’s on the agenda, how it works and why Gov. Greg Abbott called oneTexas lawmakers will reconvene at the Capitol on Monday for a special legislative session to address 18 agenda items, including the implementation of flood warning systems after the deadly July flooding in the Hill Country.
Boil water notice rescinded for residents in Bandera County neighborhood
Read full article: Boil water notice rescinded for residents in Bandera County neighborhoodThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued a boil water notice for dozens of residents in the Enchanted River Estates neighborhood in Bandera County.
If you were injured during the Hill Country floods, watch out for these symptoms
Read full article: If you were injured during the Hill Country floods, watch out for these symptomsIn the wake of recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country, health experts are sounding the alarm on the hidden dangers of infections and injuries from contaminated floodwaters.
New Texas laws signed by Gov. Greg Abbott taking effect immediately
Read full article: New Texas laws signed by Gov. Greg Abbott taking effect immediatelyThose taking effect immediately range from enhancing the state’s water infrastructure to addressing education issues, including grades in K-12 and higher education.
San Antonio River Authority addresses concerns after deadly floods, focusing on prevention and future safety
Read full article: San Antonio River Authority addresses concerns after deadly floods, focusing on prevention and future safetyThe San Antonio River Authority maps and models floodplains, oversees flood infrastructure. They are gathering information on the areas and creeks that flooded Thursday so they can assess if changes need to be made.
At least 5 bodies recovered near Northeast Side high-water scene, officials say
Read full article: At least 5 bodies recovered near Northeast Side high-water scene, officials sayAt least five people were killed as high water swept away vehicles early Thursday along Loop 410 on the Northeast Side, according to police and fire officials.
Comal, Guadalupe Rivers rise in New Braunfels after heavy rain, USGS says
Read full article: Comal, Guadalupe Rivers rise in New Braunfels after heavy rain, USGS saysAccording to the USGS, the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers experienced significant spikes in water levels following major rainfall throughout the area, contributing to what some New Braunfels locals described as a challenging start to the summer season.
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks on ICE arrests, mayoral race, possible THC ban and more in exclusive interview
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott speaks on ICE arrests, mayoral race, possible THC ban and more in exclusive interviewThe 2025 regular Texas legislative session has come to an end, and there are still multiple bills Gov. Greg Abbott could sign into law.
KSAT investigation helps change water law in Texas; 2 bills passed keep communities safer
Read full article: KSAT investigation helps change water law in Texas; 2 bills passed keep communities saferWhat started as a KSAT story investigating brown water in two Wilson County neighborhoods has since concluded in the creation of two new state laws.
Lower levels of I-35 near downtown reopen after storms cause surge of high water
Read full article: Lower levels of I-35 near downtown reopen after storms cause surge of high waterThe southbound and northbound lanes of Interstate 35 have reopened after early morning storms caused a surge of high water.
Medina Lake is at a historic low, but locals say they’re open for business
Read full article: Medina Lake is at a historic low, but locals say they’re open for businessMike Crandall has been riding the waves of Medina Lake for more than three decades. And this summer, he said he plans to be out there every day he can.
From air to water: How a Boerne homeowner is using technology as a water solution
Read full article: From air to water: How a Boerne homeowner is using technology as a water solutionBoerne homeowner Brian Schewe relies on rainwater for his water needs, but has invested in an atmospheric water generator.
KSAT investigation into brown water in Wilson County prompts filing of 4 bills in Texas legislature
Read full article: KSAT investigation into brown water in Wilson County prompts filing of 4 bills in Texas legislatureSix months ago, KSAT began reporting on dirty, undrinkable water in several Floresville-area neighborhoods. Multiple bills filed by a state Senator, if passed, could bring meaningful change.
New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaning
Read full article: New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaningA new statewide litter campaign aimed at cleaning watersheds is seeking volunteers for a slew of projects over the next two months, including one in San Antonio.
Tariffs could spike cost of water infrastructure projects along border region
Read full article: Tariffs could spike cost of water infrastructure projects along border regionStrengthening the water infrastructure along the border, an already costly initiative has the potential to become even more expensive.
‘We just had the barest drip’: Blanco residents regroup after major water outage
Read full article: ‘We just had the barest drip’: Blanco residents regroup after major water outageAfter a significant outage affected the entire city on Monday, Blanco residents remain under a boil water notice on Tuesday.
Company delivering brown, overly chlorinated water now asking to increase rates for customers statewide
Read full article: Company delivering brown, overly chlorinated water now asking to increase rates for customers statewideFor four months KSAT has been looking into private water company CSWR that owns water wells in the Floresville area, producing brown and overly chlorinated water. They're trying to raise rates again and customers across Texas are protesting.
‘Mediocre, poor’ describe bulk of Texas infrastructure grades in new statewide report card
Read full article: ‘Mediocre, poor’ describe bulk of Texas infrastructure grades in new statewide report cardThe American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) released its Texas Infrastructure Report Card on Tuesday, which provides a sobering assessment of the state's ailing infrastructure.
City of Lytle under boil water notice, update expected Monday, mayor says
Read full article: City of Lytle under boil water notice, update expected Monday, mayor saysThe City of Lytle issued a boil water notice for all residents on Thursday after a prolonged leak, according to a Facebook post from Mayor Ruben Gonzalez.
Man crushed to death by trailer at Seguin bottle factory, police say
Read full article: Man crushed to death by trailer at Seguin bottle factory, police sayA man was killed after he was pinned between a trailer and a building at a Seguin bottle factory, the Seguin Police Department said in a news release.
Drought, scarcity cited in water conservation notices issued by Enchanted Rock officials
Read full article: Drought, scarcity cited in water conservation notices issued by Enchanted Rock officialsOfficials at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area closed 2024 with a water warning for the new year, citing ongoing drought and scarcity in Central Texas.
Recycled oilfield water could aid drought-stricken West Texas
Read full article: Recycled oilfield water could aid drought-stricken West TexasOilfield wastewater injected underground is causing earthquakes and blowouts. Now, pilot projects are exploring whether this water could be treated and used to grow crops.
River Aid San Antonio tackles litter problem with floating booms
Read full article: River Aid San Antonio tackles litter problem with floating boomsPeople will notice litter booms placed at Salado Creek in Comanche and MLK Park this week. The floating devices are set to help catch floating trash without impacting wildlife. River Aid San Antonio, a nonprofit organization, has been instrumental in raising awareness about the trash littering our waterways.
Monthlong boil water notice has residents of neighborhood near Floresville voicing concerns
Read full article: Monthlong boil water notice has residents of neighborhood near Floresville voicing concernsLast week, KSAT went to the Arrowhead subdivision, where the water was brown or highly chlorinated. In October, it even tested positive for E. coli. After that story aired, messages flowed in from people in the Shady Oaks community.
Boil water advisories can be confusing. Here are some safety tips from experts
Read full article: Boil water advisories can be confusing. Here are some safety tips from expertsThe city of Asheville has restored running water to most of its users nearly a month after Hurricane Helene damaged infrastructure and killed more than 200 people around the region.
Brown water, extreme chlorine smells: E. coli found near Floresville water sparks outrage
Read full article: Brown water, extreme chlorine smells: E. coli found near Floresville water sparks outrageForty-five homes in a subdivision near Floresville, Texas depend on a well for water, but they tell KSAT that for about two years now, the water quality has them afraid for their health.
Texas agriculture commissioner’s new executive order aims to provide water for Rio Grande Valley farmers
Read full article: Texas agriculture commissioner’s new executive order aims to provide water for Rio Grande Valley farmersRio Grande Valley farmers' concerns about a lack of water are being addressed in a new executive order issued by state agriculture commissioner Sid Miller’s office.
KSAT Explains: Mexico’s lack of adherence to decades-old treaty leaves Rio Grande Valley farmers in peril
Read full article: KSAT Explains: Mexico’s lack of adherence to decades-old treaty leaves Rio Grande Valley farmers in perilA 1944 water-sharing treaty between the United States and Mexico is back in the spotlight and Rio Grande Valley farms are hanging in the balance.
SAWS launches lead service line outreach after new EPA ruling, Biden deadline
Read full article: SAWS launches lead service line outreach after new EPA ruling, Biden deadlineThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) will conduct free line service inspections to identify lead and galvanized water lines on the same day President Biden set a 10-year deadline for cities to replace the piping.
Lakehills Community Center’s annual fundraiser could bring hope for Medina Lake
Read full article: Lakehills Community Center’s annual fundraiser could bring hope for Medina LakeThe Lakehills Community Center is hard at work to prepare for its biggest fundraiser yet. The team is just weeks out from the Medina Lake Cajun Festival, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. This year, getting the community together means a whole lot more.
‘We’re that anybody’: San Antonio family calls for help to make water connections more accessible
Read full article: ‘We’re that anybody’: San Antonio family calls for help to make water connections more accessibleA Council Consideration Request filed this year could create a pilot program to connect more people to SAWS water and sewer main lines.
Edwards Aquifer Authority declares Stage 4 water restrictions for Texas counties
Read full article: Edwards Aquifer Authority declares Stage 4 water restrictions for Texas countiesDue to declining levels, the Edwards Aquifer Authority declared Stage 4 water restrictions for permit holders in multiple counties throughout the remote San Antonio area.
SAISD says improvements have been made to reduce lead in water, but refuse to make anyone available for questions on how
Read full article: SAISD says improvements have been made to reduce lead in water, but refuse to make anyone available for questions on howIn the latest test on transparency, San Antonio ISD did not make anyone available to answer questions about how the district is addressing lead found in water at schools.
‘A monumental achievement’: Texas Water Development Board adopts first-ever statewide flood plan
Read full article: ‘A monumental achievement’: Texas Water Development Board adopts first-ever statewide flood planIn what the Texas Water Development Board chairwoman called a “monumental achievement,” officials voted Thursday to adopt the state’s first comprehensive flood plan, setting in motion years’ worth of planning.
City council members look to curb SAWS’ shut-off practices at properties with delinquent accounts
Read full article: City council members look to curb SAWS’ shut-off practices at properties with delinquent accountsOver the last two months, SAWS has either shut off or threatened to shut off water services at some local apartment complexes.
‘That’s what we live for’: Medina Lake community hopeful with recent rain, but still looking for more to come
Read full article: ‘That’s what we live for’: Medina Lake community hopeful with recent rain, but still looking for more to comeAs of Aug. 1, Water Data for Texas reported Medina Lake is 3.6% full. Last month, the lake was 2.4% full, a historic low.
Broken water line leads to flood of problems on city’s SE side
Read full article: Broken water line leads to flood of problems on city’s SE sidePeople complained of water outages, low water pressure, and traffic problems after an underground water main on SE Military broke. It also caused part of a sidewalk to crumble.
Parks & Rec inaugural program offers kids lesson in nature, outdoor fun
Read full article: Parks & Rec inaugural program offers kids lesson in nature, outdoor funSome kids had fun paddling a kayak and learning to use a bow and arrow at San Antonio Parks & Recreation’s inaugural program, Aim To Float.
Fish census: Natural Bridge Caverns checks in on health of property by counting fish
Read full article: Fish census: Natural Bridge Caverns checks in on health of property by counting fishBy finding out exactly what fish can be found in Cibolo Creek, which is part of the Natural Bridge Cavern's sprawling property, the owners can determine what needs to be done to keep their property healthy.
South Texas’ ongoing, long-term drought is drying up springs, lakes, and rivers. Here are the numbers.
Read full article: South Texas’ ongoing, long-term drought is drying up springs, lakes, and rivers. Here are the numbers.Records low water levels continue to plague area lakes and rivers, while springs are drying up. Where do we stand? And what does it mean for you?
Untreated water tied to salmonella outbreak in cucumbers that sickened 450 people in US
Read full article: Untreated water tied to salmonella outbreak in cucumbers that sickened 450 people in USFederal health officials say a Florida cucumber grower that used untreated water is one likely source of salmonella food poisoning that sickened nearly 450 people this spring.
San Antonio City Council passes new SAWS drought rules; includes higher fines, extra charge for heavy users
Read full article: San Antonio City Council passes new SAWS drought rules; includes higher fines, extra charge for heavy usersHigher fines and a new surcharge for heavy water users are among the new proposed drought rules up for a vote before the San Antonio City Council on Thursday.
SAWS shuts off water to multiple apartment complexes for unpaid bills
Read full article: SAWS shuts off water to multiple apartment complexes for unpaid billsHundreds of people woke up to water outages Tuesday morning. The San Antonio Water System says it was because the owners of their apartment complexes have failed to pay their water bills.
SAWS says new heavy use surcharge could help fend off reduced watering
Read full article: SAWS says new heavy use surcharge could help fend off reduced wateringSan Antonio Water System officials are hoping the city council approves new drought rules, which the city-owned utility says could help stave off harsher conservation measures.
‘We don’t have that’: South Bexar County residents face hefty bill to buy water meters even after $400K project
Read full article: ‘We don’t have that’: South Bexar County residents face hefty bill to buy water meters even after $400K projectMultiple homes along Dixie Lee in South Bexar County are not connected to the public water supply. Residents said they now have to spend thousands to gain access to the public water supply.
Texas Parks and Wildlife on high alert during holiday weekend
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife on high alert during holiday weekendThe scorching temperatures will push many towards a lake, river or body of water this holiday weekend. Texas game wardens urge families to keep water safety in mind.
Scenic Loop: A neighborhood that plays a big role in water quality for the rest of San Antonio
Read full article: Scenic Loop: A neighborhood that plays a big role in water quality for the rest of San AntonioThe neighborhoods that comprise the Scenic Loop Helotes Creek Alliance are focused on water and it's at the heart of their battle against developers. Many homes in the neighborhood are part of the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program.
Texas’ only sugar mill shuts down after 50 years due to water shortage
Read full article: Texas’ only sugar mill shuts down after 50 years due to water shortageThe Texas Farm Bureau said the Rio Grande Valley Sugar Growers mill no longer had adequate water to sustain operations, an issue the bureau blames on ongoing water issues with Mexico under the 1944 Water Treaty.
Residents near Trinity Aquifer warn of pollution, ecological impact amid proposed wastewater plant
Read full article: Residents near Trinity Aquifer warn of pollution, ecological impact amid proposed wastewater plantResidents and organizations in the Grey Forest area are expressing concerns over the potential pollution risks associated with approving a wastewater permit by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Northwest Bexar County residents fight to stop waste water from being dumped near Edwards Aquifer
Read full article: Northwest Bexar County residents fight to stop waste water from being dumped near Edwards AquiferHelotes and Grey Forest residents are asking for more voices to join their cause to stop the legal dumping of millions of gallons of treated wastewater just miles from the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone.
Homeowners facing septic ‘nightmare’ celebrate after securing $2M to connect to SAWS sewer system
Read full article: Homeowners facing septic ‘nightmare’ celebrate after securing $2M to connect to SAWS sewer systemAfter years of fearing the rain, homeowners in a far north Bexar County neighborhood left the Bexar County Courthouse smiling.