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Could new barriers help slow the San Antonio River’s invasive apple snail problem?

by Diego Medel January 27, 2026January 30, 2026

Invasive apple snails continue to spread in San Antonio’s River Walk. Officials are testing new barrier systems to curb reproduction.

The Agua Vista Station is operated by SAWS which collects water from Burleson County via pipeline.

The work behind every drop: how water flows through San Antonio faucets

by Alynn Jimenez Miranda November 21, 2025November 20, 2025

Body found in San Antonio River identified as missing man

by Diego Medel July 3, 2025July 3, 2025

Body found in San Antonio River near Bexar County Courthouse

by Sergio Medina June 30, 2025July 2, 2025

Medina River near Von Ormy, TX in South Bexar County flow after a light rain in a record drought.

Plan in the works to help improve the Medina River’s water quality

by Lindsey Carnett January 21, 2024January 22, 2024

A rendering shows the proposed raceway and bridge in front of the historic pump house in Brackenridge Park.

Judge’s ruling paves way for restoration work in Brackenridge Park, but appeal is planned

by Lindsey Carnett October 20, 2023October 21, 2023

Senior Data Analyst Gregg Eckhardt overlooks water passing through a clarifier at the SAWS Steven M. Clouse Water Recycling Center. Buckwheat and other plant growth present at this stage is considered a sign that the water is now toxin free.

SAWS wants to control its own wastewater. Others are fighting it.

by Lindsey Carnett July 16, 2023July 17, 2023

The banks of the San Antonio River along the Mission Reach are lined with litter including tarps, plastic bags and styrofoam.

A river of litter: San Antonio’s Mission Reach defaced by storms and Fiesta

by Robert Rivard May 7, 2023May 7, 2023

Apple snails, a non-native invasive species, are found in the San Antonio River.

River authority’s fight against invasive snails gets help from volunteers and a new dashboard

by Lindsey Carnett March 16, 2023March 17, 2023

Charles Blank enjoys starting his mornings sitting on the bank of the San Antonio River and watching the city wake up.

Where I Live: Downtown

by Charles Blank September 3, 2022September 6, 2022