La Lomita Chapel and the Wall's New Position | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 2m

A historic Texas chapel, La Lomita, once threatened by a border wall, now faces a revised plan—moved closer to the river, but still sparking concern. Congressman Henry Cuellar fights to protect sacred sites like this chapel and the Santa Ana refuge, despite past efforts to bypass protections. Construction looms for next week, with Cuellar racing to halt it before new laws take effect. Confusion persists as outdated maps still show the wall in front, while locals and advocates worry about environmental and community impacts—even as some hope the wall’s new position might be less visible…