SAFD: Vehicle crashes along freeway, prompting major traffic delays near downtown

Fire officials said the crash caused a traffic sign to hang over the roadway, prompting lane closures while crews work to secure the area. SAN ANTONIO — A crash shut down part of Interstate 35 North near downtown San Antonio on Saturday morning, causing significant traffic delays, according to officials. The San Antonio Fire Department … Read more

Sheriff: ‘Good Samaritan’ pursues child indecency suspect who exposed himself to young girl

Authorities said the suspect, 42-year-old Andrew Smierciak, is a teacher at Poe Middle School. SAN ANTONIO — Bexar County authorities say a local middle school teacher who allegedly exposed himself to a 9-year-old girl was taken into custody after a good Samaritan followed the suspect as he was fleeing a northwest-side neighborhood Friday.  The suspect, … Read more

Winter Storm Warning in effect Saturday afternoon through noon Sunday for San Antonio | Weather Impact Alert

Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — IMPACT DAYS: Saturday, Jan. 24 through Tuesday morning, Jan. 27 Reason: Modified arctic air and a chance for freezing rain, with some ice accumulation possible. The breakdown An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect from … Read more

‘We are ready’ | City of San Antonio leaders urge precautions as winter storm targets state

City opens warming centers, treats roads and urges residents to stay home Saturday night through Sunday morning. SAN ANTONIO — City of San Antonio officials urged residents Saturday to prepare for freezing rain and icy conditions expected Saturday night into Sunday morning, outlining a multi-agency response aimed at keeping residents safe as a winter weather … Read more

SAFD: Vehicle crashes into guardrail along freeway, prompting major traffic delays near downtown

Fire officials said the crash caused a traffic sign to hang over the roadway, prompting lane closures while crews work to secure the area. SAN ANTONIO — A crash involving a vehicle and a guardrail shut down part of Interstate 35 North near downtown San Antonio on Saturday morning, causing significant traffic delays, according to … Read more

Winter Storm Warning in effect until noon Sunday for Hill Country region | Weather Impact Alert

Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — IMPACT DAYS: Saturday, Jan. 24 through Tuesday morning, Jan. 27 Reason: Modified arctic air and a chance for freezing rain, with some ice accumulation possible. The breakdown An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect from … Read more

Monster Jam stays the course for Alamodome show despite threat of winter weather

Organizers say they will “comply with all city and state emergency directives” as San Antonio braces for freezing conditions. SAN ANTONIO — While attractions like the San Antonio Zoo and SeaWorld are closing during potentially hazardous winter weather this weekend, one major event is roaring to life at the Alamodome as scheduled.  Organizers of this … Read more