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Bad Takes: Texas-sized tax breaks for movie productions are a glitzy new take on corporate welfare

Texas lawmakers approved $200 million to incentivize movie and TV production in Texas, but experts warn the economic returns don't add up.

By Kevin Sanchez

May 16, 2024

Editor’s Note: Bad Takes is a column of opinion and analysis. Most movie-loving Texans know the basement of the Alamo is featured prominently in Tim Burton’s 1985 classic Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure...

Texas is ponying up a lot of cash to attract movie productions.

San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama wanted Star Wars toy to be first big purchase with NBA paycheck

Wemby had his eyes on an $850 LEGO Millennium Falcon set, according to Sports Illustrated.

By Sanford Nowlin

Turns out Victor Wembanyama is a Star Wars fan.

With rule change, American Airlines will offer nonstop flight between San Antonio and D.C.

The flight could be added in late summer or early fall, according to airport officials.

By Sanford Nowlin

San Antonio International Airport could land its first direct flight to Washington, D.C., by late summer or early fall, officials said.

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San Antonio council moves to closed-door session to discuss fire union contract

By Michael Karlis

Last week, five members of city council expressed their concerns with City Attorney Andy Segovia. However, those disagreements appear to have blown over.

Gov. Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry, veteran who killed police brutality protester in 2020

By William Melhado, The Texas Tribune

Daniel Perry leaves the courtroom on May 10, 2023 after he was sentenced to 25 years for the murder of Garrett Foster.

San Antonio's departing ACS director rails against critics during farewell speech

By Michael Karlis

Departing San Antonio Animal Care Services Director Shannon Sims speaks during a department advisory board meeting on Wednesday.

New details emerge in wage-theft suit against San Antonio favorite Delia's Tamales

By Nina Rangel

Delia’s operates seven locations in San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.

Bluefin Sushi & Ramen opens first San Antonio location at The Rim

By Nina Rangel

Bluefin Sushi & Ramen has opened a San Antonio location.

Assclown Alert: Clamoring for Christian dictatorship with Texas-based preacher Joel Webbon

By Sanford Nowlin

Pastor Tim Webbon opines about Godless Americans who myst be ruled by a Christian leader who "comes in with a sword."

San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg's ex-campaign chief blames him for city hall 'clown show'

By Michael Karlis

Five members of city council hold a press conference last week to express their displeasure with City Attorney Andy Segovia.

San Antonio's new Creamery complex to host latte-art throwdown next week

By Nina Rangel

The Creamery's upcoming latte-art contest will feature more than 30 baristas.

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