SATX-NSA: Impact 11/10/2025

Due to staffing shortages among air traffic controllers amid the government shutdown, the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, has announced an overall 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 "high-impact" airports across the country. San Antonio International Airport, or SAT, is not among those listed, transportation officials announced Nov. 6.

Current situation: During a Nov. 5 press conference, Sean Duffy, U.S. secretary of transportation, and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford announced the flight reduction. Duffy said the decision to reduce air traffic was made to ensure a safe environment for air travel.

Of the 40 airports impacted, four Texas airports—two in Houston and two in Dallas—will undergo a 10% reduction by Nov. 14.

The conditions: In a statement, SAT Media Manager Tonya Hope said San Antonio is not directly affected by the reductions, but reductions at other airports may still impact travelers.

This Greek eatery with locations across the United States has expanded into the San Antonio market.

At a glance: Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe officially opened at 22103 Bulverde Road, Ste. 104 near Encino Park in North San Antonio on October 7, restaurant staff told Community Impact.

It’s the chain’s first-ever location in San Antonio as the company continues to expand its presence in Central Texas.

A location in New Braunfels opened on May 1 while another started up in San Marcos on Aug. 12, according to previous reporting from Community Impact.

What’s special about it? The fast-casual joint offers a selection of Greek and Mediterranean dishes for lunch and dinner.

There’s gyros, wraps, specialty salads, deli sandwiches, soups and more on the menu.

This new location is approximately 3,180 square feet and has a “community table,” the storefronts’ website says.

Additionally, customers can choose from catering options to support events and gatherings for large groups.

• 22103 Bulverde Road, Ste. 104, San Antonio

A new all-you-can-eat sushi spot is now open on San Antonio’s Northeast side.

What’s happening: East Blue Sushi officially opened on Oct. 3 at 6831 N. Loop 1604 E. near the Rolling Oaks Mall, the owners told Community Impact.

It’s situated where an IHOP restaurant was once in operation.

On the menu: The restaurant has an all-you-can-eat sushi bar, featuring a wide selection of rolls, according to the menu.

From baked rolls to tempura options, East Blue Sushi’s main focus is on Japanese cuisine, according to the eatery’s ownership.

Specialty rolls range from rainbow rolls to the salmon fighter roll.

On the other hand, the menu also features other Asian cuisines like Mongolian beef, chicken Katsu and more.

• 6831 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio

The unofficial results of the Nov. 4 election are now in across the San Antonio area, headlining Community Impact coverage of the metro the week of Nov. 3-7. Last week's top stories include: 

• Ralph Rodriguez and Kara Latimer become the new mayors of Schertz and Cibolo, respectively. 
• Boerne ISD tax rate election approved, SCUCISD proposition fails.
• Dave's Hot Chicken will be opening a new Schertz location.
• Events across the metro celebrate Veterans Day weekend.