Rep. Greg Casar helps 3 San Antonio groups land federal affordable-housing grants

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar joined West Side leaders and housing advocates on Friday to celebrate his office securing nearly $3 million for San Antonio affordable-housing projects. During a gathering at the offices of the Mexican American Unity Council, Casar — a Democrat whose district includes both Austin and the Alamo City — trumpeted the availability of grants to the Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, Mexican American Unity Council and Opportunity Home San Antonio.