The San Antonio River Authority collaborated with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to help bring thousands of native mussels to waterways in the area. SAN ANTONIO — Mussels act as natural water filters, removing harmful debris and bacteria. KENS 5 spent the day with San Antonio River Authority to see why these tiny creatures … Read more
San Antonio’s mayor was the first speaker at Monday morning’s Texas delegation breakfast. CHICAGO — Speaking from Chicago where he’s attending the Democratic National Convention, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg expressed optimism about the Harris-Walz ticket’s chances in November, saying “now is not the time to let Trump get away with the outrage.” Nirenberg, who … Read more
Miyah’s family says she loves social media, but as soon as she left she has not been active on her accounts. SAN ANTONIO — Monday marks 2 weeks since the family of 16-year-old Miyah Gonzalez reported her missing. Sick with worry they are praying for her return. Miyah was last seen leaving her grandparents … Read more
Republican gains among Latino voters in urban areas could spell big trouble for Democrats’ hopes of turning Texas blue. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. For years, Carmen Cavazos’ neighborhood in southeast Houston has voted reliably for Democrats up and down the ballot. In … Read more
Jonathan Linares Lumbreras is charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine. SAN ANTONIO — The owner of a local restaurant is facing drug trafficking charges, according to a federal indictment. In the indictment obtained Monday by KENS 5, Jonathan Linares Lumbreras is charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine as well as conspiracy … Read more
Nirenberg was the first speaker at Monday morning’s Texas delegation breakfast. CHICAGO — Mayor Ron Nirenberg is in Chicago with the Texas delegation for the Democratic National Convention, which begins on Monday. The 2024 DNC in Chicago begins Aug. 19 and continues through Thursday, Aug. 22. The convention is taking place at the United Center, … Read more
Former NBA forward Kenyon Martin believes the Spurs are not a worthy opponent for New York on Christmas Day. SAN ANTONIO — For the first time since 2016, the San Antonio Spurs will be featured on the NBA’s Christmas Day slate of games. The last time the Spurs played on Christmas Day, they topped the … Read more