Talarico is running on a premise that the true conflict in politics is not left versus right, but a “top versus bottom” struggle between the ultrawealthy and everyday Texans.
A Venezuelan family detained by ICE while awaiting a school bus in Alamo Heights is set to reunite, ending a two-week ordeal, advocates say. Author: Rania Kaur, Kristin Dean, KENS 5 Staff (KENS 5) Published: 7:08 AM CDT May 14, 2026 Updated: 7:11 AM CDT May 14, 2026 Two children and their stepmother are set … Read more
San Antonio Councilman Jalen McKee Rodriguez introduces the LOVIN Policy to counter discrimination, aiming to create inclusive city practices. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio City Councilman Jalen McKee Rodriguez is pushing an initiative created by his office to prevent discrimination and violence in the community. It is being called “Looking Out for Vulnerable Impacted Neighbors,” … Read more
Gov. Abbott urges Texas DPS to expand the Repeat Offender Task Force, crediting its success in Houston with arrests and crime reduction, aiming for broader impact. SAN ANTONIO — Gov. Abbott is applying more pressure to bring down crime across Texas, including here in San Antonio. Tuesday, the governor penned a letter to Texas DPS … Read more
Olga Cadena Salazar used to walk to school back in 1951 when she attended Carvajal Elementary. Among her fondest memories has to do with the cafeteria food. SAN ANTONIO — For decades, Esther Perez Carvajal Elementary has been a staple neighborhood school on San Antonio’s west side. But after more than 75 years, the school … Read more
Those behind the effort say this is the first “comprehensive” plan for updating the River Walk. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio leaders are moving forward with what officials describe as the first comprehensive strategic plan for the River Walk, paving the way to bring the picturesque hotspot into the 21st century amid downtown’s ongoing evolution. … Read more
According to the San Antonio Police Department, officers were called around 8:14 p.m. Friday to the 3900 block of Thousand Oaks Drive for a shooting in progress. Upon arrival, police found 19-year-old Elijah Bernal in the parking lot with apparent gunshot wounds to his upper torso. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said … Read more