Business

Visit the gelato shop

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:07:38 -0800

DA VINCI gelato & caffe serves up gelato, sorbet, coffee, paninis and more in Stone Oak area.

Government takes control of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:26:14 -0700

The Bush administration's seizure of troubled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is potentially a $200 billion bet that it will help reverse a prolonged housing and credit crisis.

Some employers giving out loans to workers

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:53:30 -0700

Employers say helping workers reduces stress at work

Parasitic wasps will help fight mealybug invasion

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 22:22:15 -0700

Mealybugs are pests that can cause extensive damage to a wide variety of crops including citrus, sugarcane, vegetables and various trees and ornamental plants.

New Bikini Car Wash on hold

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:36:06 -0700

Lease was canceled on property.

mySA.com getting new look

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:48:10 -0700

Web site will be streamlined, easier to navigate

New Bikini Car Wash location runs into roadblocks

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:51:34 -0700

New Bikini Car Wash location runs into roadblocks

Spokesperson talks about improvements at the airport

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:55:21 -0700

Spokesperson talks about improvements at the airport

Washington, Wall St. weigh Fannie, Freddie help

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:26:08 -0700

Despite growing concern on Wall Street, the Bush administration isn't ready to bailout two giant government-sponsored mortgage lenders.

Toyota suppliers worried about halt of production

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:40:12 -0700

Businesses that provide parts for Toyota trying stay afloat.

Toyota plant will shut for a few months

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:30:57 -0700

Plan could benefit San Antonio in the long run.

Toyota might cut production temporarily

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:37:10 -0700

No jobs will be lost, but production will stop for a few months.

G-8 summit draws grab-bag of activists, causes

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:16:37 -0700

The Group of Eight annual meetings draw a hodgepodge of activists and causes from around the world, all in hopes of some media exposure and possibly some action by the world's richest and most powerful countries.

More people opting for cremation

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:11:03 -0700

Process is cheaper than traditional burial.

Computer technicians not allowed to investigate problems

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:38:37 -0700

New law says diagnosing problems requires private investigators license.

Can't sell your house? Rent it

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:31:17 -0700

It's a great market for home buyers — but not for sellers, given the plunge in housing values. That economic reality is prompting more people to put up their house for rent.

Government offering help to buy digital converter boxes

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:38:36 -0700

Anyone can apply for coupon, but they do expire.

Water conservation urged

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:55:52 -0700

Officials warn that water restrictions could be enforced if levels at the Edwards Aquifer continue to drop.

Delays, fees, hassles turn passengers away from air travel

Thu, 29 May 2008 10:47:24 -0700

Gas prices have many people avoiding their cars these days, but airplanes aren't a better deal either since passengers are paying more to cover fuel costs.

Oil down near $130 ahead of US inventory report

Thu, 29 May 2008 04:24:46 -0700

Oil prices fell back ahead of a report expected to show U.S. inventories of crude and petroleum products grew last week.

Church near Bikini Car Wash reopens for services

Sun, 18 May 2008 18:22:38 -0700

Church services were held Sunday for the first time since the controvery begin with the nearby Bikini Car Wash.

Death sheds light on dangers of inflatable jumpers

Thu, 15 May 2008 10:12:18 -0700

While some say it was a fluke, one mother urges for rules to governing the operation and maintenance of inflatable rides.

Residents holding meeting to discuss Bikini Car Wash

Thu, 15 May 2008 09:19:56 -0700

Residents holding meeting to discuss Bikini Car Wash

Construction companies turning to virtual security guards

Mon, 12 May 2008 19:54:19 -0700

Construction companies turning to virtual security guards

Owner of bikini car wash working to reopen

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:38:07 -0700

Owner of bikini car wash working to reopen

Bikini Car Wash causing controversy

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:46:20 -0700

Bikini Car Wash causing controversy

Some seek to gain as home foreclosures increase

Tue, 06 May 2008 17:59:49 -0700

Some seek to gain as home foreclosures increase in South Texas

Grocers, farmers face off over ethanol subsidies

Thu, 01 May 2008 05:06:41 -0700

Grocers and food companies are seeking the help of Congress as they square off against farmers over the role of ethanol production in raising food prices worldwide.

Are fluorescent light bulbs safe?

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:42:54 -0700

The bulbs contain mercury and must be disposed of properly.

NEISD schools now using new anti-bacterial towelettes

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:07:37 -0700

The district switched from alcohol-based gels to the anti-bacterial towelettes, which were developed in San Antonio. The district made the decision after a pilot program showed fewer absences at schools that used the Kleenhanz towelettes.

Scientists: Vitamin supplements may do more harm than good

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:37:01 -0700

Researchers say they can do more harm than good for some people.

Delta, Northwest deal fails to thrill investors, some unions

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:31:30 -0700

If Delta and Northwest are going to complete their combination to create the world's largest airline, they'll also have politicians to placate, antitrust regulators to convince and unions to cajole.

Hwy 16 Flea Mart

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:08:54 -0700

Spring weather brings back visitors to the Hwy 16 Flea Mart on the South Side

Bernanke warns of possible recession without using the word

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:36:23 -0700

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is warning that the economy may shrink over the first half of this year, which would signal the start of a recession

La Michoacana

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:05:40 -0700

Houston-based Hispanic grocery chain La Michoacana Meat Market establishes downtown's largest supermarket

Vintage Air

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:00:00 -0800

Custom air conditioner manufacturers for antique cars, classic cars and hot rods.

Blessed chocolate tamales

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 14:00:00 -0700

Gifts Galore, a shop in Pleasanton, is well known for its chocolate tamales. Owner Catherine Brown said she came up with the recipe in a dream. The store seems double blessed, because it survived a recent fire that could have destroyed everything.

Alive and Kicking: Little's Boots Co.

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:12:03 -0800

Alive and Kicking: Little's Boots Co.

Linkedln

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:08:14 -0800

San Antonio business people using Linkedln

Construction of the Grand Hyatt Hotel

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:03:24 -0800

A look at the progress of the construction of the Grand Hyatt Hotel at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Video by Kin Man Hui/Staff.