June 2007
Issue No. 66-10
2007 NBA Champs
Editor's comments:

San Antonio Spurs do it again....  the beginning of a Dynasty?

May 2007
Issue No. 65-9
Drop The Beat.
Editor's comments:

Spotlighting local Drop The Beat TV pioneer, "Rocket" Ron Hernandez.

April 2007
Issue No. 64-8
No Unity. The SA Music Scene.
Editor's comments:

SA Urban contributor, Sherril Metal, writes an in-depth story on the hip-hop/rap music scene here in San Antonio and she speaks with some of the local artists who are in the mix grindin'.  Also, D-RAY is in the SA Urban Spotlight as well as local artist TECH.

February 8, 2007
Issue No. 63-7
Chuck D. Life, Government, and "Bushit".
Editor's comments:

We actually got the chance to see and talk to one of the  hip hop legends of our time.  Chuck D. from Public Enemy and for those of you who don't know, Flava Flav actually started out with Public Enemy, not "Flava of Love".  Chuck D's lecture was informative, funny and inspiring.  If you missed it, shame on you.

January 4, 2007
Issue No. 62-6
REGEN.  A New Beginning.
Editor's comments:

Our first issue of 2007 as a monthly distributed newspaper on a citywide basis. The title says it all.  We're coming out new and strong with new distribution locations regionally.

November 29, 2006
Issue No. 61-5
We'll See U On The Other Side.
Editor's comments:

Our final issue as distributed as a four page insert in the San Antonio Register.  In preparation for our January 4th monthly solo distribution.

November 22, 2006
Issue No. 60-5
One 2 Watch
Editor's comments:

Spotlighting some of the movers and shakers and up and coming rap artists in da 'tone.

November 15, 2006
Issue No. 59-5
What It Do!
Editor's comments:

Just some information on local happenings in the streets.  Also, Ty-One drops his newest resease: Vandalism Vol.2 - History of Violence.  We have an exclusive interview.

November 8, 2006
Issue No. 58-5
Back 2 Da Basics.
Editor's comments:

"We burn the fat off our souls"......Hemingway wrote that. I take that statement to mean: We work and struggle to do something great in the arena that we love. I say that to say this. There have been a few rumors swirling around our beloved SA-Urban and I feel I should put them to rest before they go any further. It has been said that there will be Editor, Contributing Writer and format changes implemented in the next few months. Chuck Jones will remain Editor-in-Chief, I will stay Managing Editor. There will be some Contributing Writer changes, as we all feel the need to get back to basics. So, yes we have had to tighten up the camp. As far as the upcoming format changes are concerned, we will be moving back toward the more traditional magazine layout style that all of you seem to like.. So never fear San Antonio, SA-Urban has got your back 100%..

November 1, 2006
Issue No. 57-5
The Heartbeat of the SA Urban Streets.
Editor's comments:

We hit the streets again to bring you the happenings of the week.

October 25, 2006
Issue No. 56-5
Happy Halloween!
Editor's comments:

Happy Holloween San Antonio.  Have a goulish holiday!

October 18, 2006
Issue No. 55-5
The Urban State.
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon....

October 11, 2006
Issue No. 54-5
The Music Showcase.
Editor's comments:

This issue is a spotlight issue for local musicians in the San Antonio area.  This is the first of our "Spotlight" issues and we plan to have many more in order to spotlight other forms of art in the city.

October 4, 2006
Issue No. 53-5
1 year anniversary issue.
Editor's comments:

Happy Birthday SA Urban Weekly News!

September 27, 2006
Issue No. 52-5
The Grind.
Editor's comments:

Back to the locals. SA Urban is in the streets with Dem Franchize Boys.

September 20, 2006
Issue No. 51-5
Black America?
Editor's comments:

The plight of black america..

September 13 , 2006
Issue No. 50-5
Sex Sells.  But who are we selling it to?
Editor's comments:

This weeks issues focuses on the "Sex Sells" idea and who is really getting the message.

September 6 , 2006
Issue No. 49-5
Superhead
Editor's comments:

We included some of Superhead's confessions in this weeks issue.

August 30, 2006
Issue No. 48-5
Aeta
Editor's comments:

This issue spotlights the history and culture of the Aeta, the black race of the philipines.

August 23, 2006
Issue No. 47-5
6 More Things You Must Do.
Editor's comments:

This issue includes 7 - 12 of last weeks 12 things a negro must do.

August 16, 2006
Issue No. 46-5
12 Things A Negro Must Do.
Editor's comments:

This issue includes 1 - 6 of 12 things a negro must do.  I was written in the 1900's and we were shocked at the similarities is what a lot of people believe today.

August 9, 2006
Issue No. 45-5
The Wait Is Over!
Editor's comments:

It's back to school time San Antonio!

August 2, 2006
Issue No. 44-5
What Is Hip Hop?
Editor's comments:

The continuing evolution of the hip-hop generation...  What are we and where are we going...

July 26, 2006
Issue No. 43-4
Taggin' The Streets.
Editor's comments:

If you think that Graffiti Art is strictly for taggers and gang-bangers, think again. I had the pleasure of seeing some of the artistry from a few of the best graffiti artists' in the nation at the 5th annual Clogged Caps event. This Aerosol Arts Festival is something very unique and is considered the graffiti event of the south. Among those putting in work were Oar(27), Miranda(26), Dokes(28) and Cabs(26) all from San Antonio.

July 19, 2006
Issue No. 42-3
We've Got Your Back, Who's Got Ours?
Editor's comments:

We just needed to make a point about some recent happenings.

July 12, 2006
Issue No. 41-2
No Beef.
Editor's comments:

Oprah Winfrey has been in recent news concerning hip-hop and rap artists concerns about not having representation on her talk show.  She has decided to put this thing to bed for good, offering her comments on the situation and calling the whole thing a farce.

July 5, 2006
Issue No. 40-1
Urban Independence.
Editor's comments:

By far our most anticipated issue!  Issue number 40 is all about 'Urban Independence'.  This is our first of an infinite number of solo issues distributed citywide.  Just 10 month in, we're on our own.  Good Luck SA Urban!  You're on your way.

June 28, 2006
Issue No.39
Independence Day.  Happy Birthday America!
Editor's comments:

A little history on the American Independence Day.

June 21, 2006
Issue No.38
Summer is what you make of it
Editor's comments:

First Day of Summer issue.

June 14, 2006
Issue No.37
Juneteenth: Unshackled
Editor's comments:

Just a little history on the origin of the Juneteenth celebration.

June 7, 2006
Issue No.36
Lets Get Fit
Editor's comments:

Summer's coming... got to get that body tight!

May 31, 2006
Issue No.35
Things To Do
Editor's comments:

Just another issue about what to do during the upcoming summer.  We also showcased contemporary painter Dawn Okoro in our Urban World section.

May 24, 2006
Issue No.34
The Word In Sports
Editor's comments:

What's going on in sports...  The Spurs lose game 7 in Semi-Finals.

May 17, 2006
Issue No.33
Mother's Day:  How Did It Start?
Editor's comments:

It gets hot in Texas...  What to do.

May 10, 2006
Issue No.32
Mother's Day:  How Did It Start?
Editor's comments:

A little insight on the origins of Mother's Day.

May 3, 2006
Issue No.31
MySpace!  What's that all about:
Editor's comments:

A little insight on the whole MySpace.com movement.

April 26, 2006
Issue No.30
SA Urban Radio / On the air:
Editor's comments:

Stories concerning the urban/hip-hop generation and the effects of the current war in Iraq.

April 19, 2006
Issue No.29
SA Urban Radio / On the air:
Editor's comments:

Giving local commercial radio the finger.

April 12, 2006
Issue No.28
The SA Urban Mix & Mingle:
Editor's comments:

The black issue!  It's always darkest before the dawn of a new day.

April 5, 2006
Issue No.27
It Ain't All Good:
Editor's comments:

This issue looks at some of the consequences surrounding the indulgences currently attracting today's youth.

March 29 , 2006
Issue No.26
The Business:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

March 22 , 2006
Issue No.25
Fashion Trends:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

March 15 , 2006
Issue No.24
Urban Social Clubs:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

March 8 , 2006
Issue No.23
Hip-Hop Radionopoly:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

March 1 , 2006
Issue No.22
The State of Things:
Editor's comments:

In this issue, we decided to revisit the mood of New Orleans post Kristina.  Since we have many transplants here in San Antonio, we decided to solicit some of there feelings in an artistic way.  Also, this is Mardi Gras time and we wanted to let people know the spirit is still alive even though things are still slow going on the recovery.

February 22, 2006
Issue No.21
Urban Art:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

February 15, 2006
Issue No.20
Let's Rock:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

February 8, 2006
Issue No.19
You Wouldn't Believe:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

February 1, 2006
Issue No.18
Unique Sound:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

January 25, 2006
Issue No.17
Cuttin' & Scratchin':
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

January 18, 2006
Issue No.16
S.A. Movers & Shakers:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

January 11, 2006
Issue No.15
Remembering The Man:
Editor's comments:

Coming Soon

January 4, 2006
Issue No.14
KICKIN' DOORS OPEN:
Editor's comments:

This issue focuses on some of the locals that are making an effort to help unify the urban scene in San Antonio.

December 28, 2005
Issue No.13
GOODBYE TO 2005:
Editor's comments:

Saying goodbye to a positive year.  Say hello to 2006 San Antonio!  It looks to be a promising one.

December 21, 2005
Issue No.12
BLUE & RED MAKE PURPLE:
Editor's comments:

Bringing light to the San Antonio underground and commending some of our local artists for transcending color lines and beginning to understand the importance of collaboration.

December 14, 2005
Issue No.11
MORE THAN MUSIC:
Editor's comments:

This issue focuses on urban artists and their current trends toward owning and leading major sections of the entertainment industry.

December 7, 2005
Issue No.10
IT'S IN THE GAME:
Editor's comments:

This issue was intended to inform the reader about the new gaming consoles currently being released and what the new features are.  Also, we wanted to comment on the seemingly race/stereotype driven issues that have been prevalent throughout many of the most popular games.

November 30, 2005
Issue No.9
UNCHAINED:
Editor's comments:

This issue was dedicated to the urban style woman working hard to make thier talents pull in the money while still remaining feminine in a male dominated world.

November 23, 2005
Issue No.8
FEEL THE VIBE:
Editor's comments:

This weeks issue touched on a mixture of topics and included photos from the recent VIBE awards.

November 16, 2005
Issue No.7
LOCAL CONTRACT DISPUTE Pt.1:
Editor's comments:

SA Urban was recently approached by a local rap group (B-FAM) concerning their desire to speak on contract dispute issues with their current label (Yacksta Records).  This issue highlights the interview with B-FAM while at the same time, touching on some of the current industry contract disputes.

November 9, 2005
Issue No.6
STREET CRED:  MUST LIFE IMITATE ART?
Editor's comments:

With all of the recent stories about artists being incarcerated, we wanted to touch on the subject locally.

November 2, 2005
Issue No.5
SA URBAN HITS THE STREETS
Editor's comments:

In a continued effort to get the people informed and get their feedback on what's going on with San Antonio's urban scene, we hit the streets and talked to some of the locals.  This is the first of many "Hits the Streets" issues that we plan on having so be on the lookout and have your comments ready.

You can also give us your comments by going to our CONTACT page and entering them there.

October 26, 2005
Issue No.4
HIP-HOP SPORTS GENERATION
Editor's comments:

This edition of SA Urban's weekly news was chosen to focus on current issues in the urban scene in sports.

October 19, 2005
Issue No.3
"Feds Target Rap Crimes"
Editor's comments:

This edition speaks on some of the recent hip-hop/rap court trials and gives some insight on why the Feds have decided to take a more focused effort to understand the hip-hop/rap underworld culture.

October 12, 2005
Issue No.2
"A City Devided"
Editor's comments:

In this edition, I really wanted to touch on what the problems are for San Antonio hip-hop/rap artists to get recognition.  Many that we spoke to are true in their conviction that San Antonio artists are so wrapped up in trying to be the first one to put San Antonio on the map that it's become a dog-eat-dog concept where local artists would rather "die" musically rather than support fellow artists and become a united front in the rap war.

October 5, 2005
Issue No.1
SA Urban's Inaugural Edition
Editor's comments:

Our inaugural edition touches on a couple of things.  One, it tells what I, as Cheif Editor, would like the newspaper to be about, REAL commentary about what's going on in San Antonio's urban scene.  Secondly, it touches on regional talent and the way Texas has continued to make a name for itself without the help of major labels.