Ethics complaint against San Antonio councilman moves forward

SAN ANTONIO – A local attorney’s complaint that San Antonio City Councilman Marc Whyte (D10) abused his position to “interfere” in a private custody matter is moving ahead to the Ethics Review Board. Martin Phipps filed his complaint against Whyte on May 21, claiming the councilman had used his position to “dispatch” San Antonio police … Read more

Homelessness increased almost 7% in Bexar County. Advocates say they aren’t worried.

Katie Wilson, executive director of Close to Home, which conducts the count, argues the increase isn’t actually significant. SAN ANTONIO — Every year, the point-in-time (PIT) count provides a snapshot of homelessness in Bexar County. This year 3,372 people are experiencing homelessness, according to the count, which was taken on Jan. 23.  That marks a … Read more

The Rustic, popular restaurant and music venue, abruptly closes at The Rim

But the restaurant also teased a potential rebirth elsewhere. SAN ANTONIO — The Rustic at The Rim, a popular northwest-side restaurant and concert venue, closed without advance notice earlier this week. Several patrons spoke to KENS 5 expressing confusion at the establishment’s sudden closure. They say they are in disbelief and shared their disappointment. “It’s … Read more

‘I’m anticipating we’re going to have more drownings this summer’ | Texas Parks and Wildlife warn swimmers after recent deaths at Canyon Lake

Texas Parks and Wildlife officials want to prevent more drownings at Canyon Lake. CANYON LAKE, Texas — Three people have drowned at Canyon Lake since April of 2024 prompting officials to warn swimmers of how they can stay safe. Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden Captain Javier Fuentes said people need to start wearing life … Read more

CPS Energy crew heads to Dallas area to assist with power recovery following severe storms

GARLAND, Texas – After severe storms rolled through the Dallas area this week, a CPS Energy crew is heading to the area to assist residents without power. Reports indicate over 100,000 thousand outages in Dallas County, with many people without power for days. Recommended Videos On Thursday, CPS Energy sent crews to Garland, a city … Read more