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TODAY: San Antonio celebrates Independence Day with Stars and Stripes Parade
SAN ANTONIO - Centro SA is hosting their Stars and Stripes Parade, and that means lots of people and also some road closures. Today's parade kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs until noon. The event will feature dozens of participants to celebrate Independence Day, including Mayor Ron Nirenberg. We'll...
07/05-08/11 Gunn Chevrolet - Backpack and School Supply Drive
We’re helping get you and your kids ready for the new school year with the Back to School Backpack & School Supply Drive presented by Gunn Chevrolet! The first 150 school aged children will receive a backpack and supply pack, while supplies last sponsored in part by Idea Public Schools & Rocks Discount Vitamins!
Proposed zoning district around SA Toyota plant draws frustration from south-side residents
SAN ANTONIO — Frustrations are rising among those that live on San Antonio's south side over a new zoning proposal. The Industrial Compatibility Overlay District (ICOD), if passed, would be the first of its kind for the city. Its ultimate goal is to limit residential growth within a two-mile radius around the Toyota plant located on Applewhite Road.
'Had to take a stand': Water shutoffs at apartments were successful, SAWS says
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is taking a stand against delinquent landlords. The public utility company recently cut off service to four apartment complexes that reportedly owed tens of thousands of dollars. Anne Hayden, the Communications Director for SAWS, says they hope to send a message...
'They dumped him like it was trash day...left him to die': 15-year-old in ICU after being shot in the head at house party
SAN ANTONIO — A soon-to-be East Central High School sophomore is in the Intensive Care Unit following a shootout at a party over the weekend. Witnesses told police they saw 15-year-old Elden Balderas thrown into the street and left for dead after he was shot. KENS 5 obtained new...
CentroMed regains access to systems after monthslong data breach
SAN ANTONIO – According to CentroMed, systems are back online after dealing with a data breach on April 30. “The fact that it’s been two months, and they don’t know what was taken, that’s just bull. Sorry. I don’t buy that,” former CentroMed patient Mike Frounfelter said.
San Antonio Schools Cut Summer Programs and Staff Amid Financial Strains
As schools in the San Antonio area finalize their tightfisted budget plans for the upcoming year, several summer programs are getting axed and positions are being cut due to a challenging economic landscape. Declining enrollment, low attendance, the cessation of federal pandemic aid, rampant inflation, and static state support have all conspired to create a dire situation, forcing districts to make stark choices to sustain basic operations and give modest raises to compete for staff, San Antonio Report reveals.
San Antonio chef wins Food Network competition with beef enchiladas
SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio chef is victorious again after winning a Food Network competition that aired Tuesday night. Chef Jesse Kuykendall also known as "Chef Kirk," competed on "Supermarket Stakeout" where chefs have to create dishes they buy from shoppers leaving the grocery store. Chef Kirk's winning...
'It's unsanitary' | Residents at local apartment complex say they have been without hot water for more than a month
Residents who live at The Summit of Thousand Oaks, say they are frustrated after being without hot water for more than a month. They also say they are not being fairly compensated for the inconvenience. Daisy Bunn says she has had to heat up water, one pot at a time,...
Jen Tobias-Struski Joins SA Live as Co-Host for a New Chapter
It doesn’t matter where you come from or how you were raised; if you have the passion in your heart, you can do anything,” she stated in an interview. Today at 1 p.m., we congratulate Jen Tobias-Struski, who officially joins Fiona Gorostiza to co-host SA Live! Jen’s journey to this point has been inspiring, reflecting her deep-rooted passion and dedication. Our team is planning to keep celebrating San Antonio on SA Live and I am excited for this next chapter to love on my beautiful city., Jen shared enthusiastically.
Spurs rookie Harrison Ingram has already learned a lot from Manu Ginobili
SAN ANTONIO – In their first week of being NBA players, the San Antonio Spurs rookies have already learned from one of the best Spurs to ever play in the silver and black. Manu Ginobili joined Spurs rookies Stephon Castle and Harrison Ingram for dinner to share some advice on playing in the NBA and what they can expect in their first season.
These City of San Antonio offices will be closed for Independence Day
SAN ANTONIO – Thursday marks the Fourth of July, and some city offices will be closed due to the holiday. Most municipal offices will be closed, but police, EMS and fire personnel will remain on duty. The city’s outdoor pools will also be open, in case you need a break from the heat.
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