5 things to do this weekend: Celebrate Summerween with some early spooktacular events

This weekend’s lineup includes an early taste of Halloween with a summertime twist. But if you’re not in the spooky mood yet, we’ve got you covered too. SAN ANTONIO — After spending all day outdoors in the heat for your Fourth of July celebrations, you may find yourself already longing for the much cooler days … Read more

World War II vet turns 100 on Fourth of July

Long retired from the Navy in January of 1973, obtaining the highest rate available to a noncommissioned officer. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A World War II veteran and current Jacksonville resident will be celebrating his 100th birthday on Fourth of July Thursday.  VFW Post 5968 in Orange Park will be holding the special celebration for Fred … Read more

4-year-old girl dead after being left unattended in pickup truck in northwest Houston

HOUSTON, Texas – An investigation is underway in northwest Houston after a 4-year-old girl died after being left unattended in a pickup truck Wednesday evening. Houston police were called around 6:30 p.m. to the 6500 block of Hollister Road near Wilshire Place Drive after the people who were in the car reported the child had … Read more

KENS CARES: Stuff the Bus with school supplies this summer to help kids succeed

Your donations help thousands of San Antonio-area students get the school supplies they need to be successful. SAN ANTONIO — Help provide thousands of underserved students with the school supplies they need to succeed in school! The Stuff the Bus campaign is happening now to collect school supplies for kids in need across San Antonio … Read more

South Texas’ ongoing, long-term drought is drying up springs, lakes, and rivers. Here are the numbers.

South Texas is no stranger to drought and aquifer concerns. However, the latest iteration of a years-long dry stretch is pushing us to levels we haven’t seen before. In some cases, this is cause for concern. In others, it’s not time for panic yet. Recommended Videos As always, water is a complex political, environmental, and … Read more