Paris Olympics: What time does the Opening Ceremony actually start?

Thousands of athletes will parade through Paris on boats in the first-of-its-kind Opening Ceremony. WASHINGTON — Paris is hosting the Olympics for the first time in a century, promising a stellar two weeks of athletic excellence. Innovation is at the forefront of the 2024 Summer Games as several new sports will debut. The Olympics are aiming … Read more

Why your favorite San Antonio restaurants are closing down or struggling to survive

SAN ANTONIO – Losing your favorite restaurant is like losing a beloved friend. You get used to the flavors, the people and the atmosphere that make the place feel like a foodie heaven –– even if it’s just temporary. Acadiana Cafe, The Rustic, Augie’s BBQ, Jim’s Restaurants on San Pedro and Broadway, Saucy Birds and … Read more

Bar shooting sends customers running for cover; Free school backpack giveaway planned | KENS 5 News Now

Follow us here to get the latest top headlines with KENS 5’s Sarah Forgany every weekday! SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio authorities are looking for the suspects responsible for the shooting at a downtown bar near closing time Thursday morning.  MORE: Shots fired outside downtown bar after argument breaks out between customers, SAPD says The San … Read more

US figure skaters set to get team gold medals at Paris Olympics after ruling in 2022 doping case

Team USA is receiving their medals more than 900 days after the competition in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The United States figure skating team was formally confirmed as gold medalists from the 2022 Olympics by a sports court ruling Thursday, opening the way for the team to get their medals at the Paris Summer … Read more

He was paralyzed by an accident 11 years ago. This week, he walked with the Olympic torch.

Despite his injury, Kevin Piette continues to play numerous sports, as well as competing in “cybathlons” where he completes everyday tasks wearing the exoskeleton. WASHINGTON — More than 10,000 people have helped the Olympic torch on its journey through France to Paris, including one man wearing a futuristic exoskeleton allowing him to walk.  Kevin Piette’s … Read more

Former Uvalde CISD police officer pleads not guilty to all 29 felony counts, attorney says

A grand jury charged Adrian Gonzales with 29 counts of abandoning and endangering a child for his role at Robb Elementary on May 24, 2022. SAN ANTONIO — A former police officer with the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District who responded to the Robb Elementary shooting pleaded not guilty to all charges Thursday morning. Adrian … Read more