Texas students urge education board to focus on inclusion over politics in social studies overhaul
“What we need from our schools isn’t a watered-down version of history. We need the truth even when it’s uncomfortable, even when it challenges us.”
Kickapoo Lucky Eagle casino shooting suspect to be mentally evaluated, court officials say
Keryan Jones, accused of a fatal shooting at Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino, faces charges including capital murder. Court proceedings are focusing on his mental state. Author: Kristin Dean, Simoné Simpson, KENS 5 Staff (KENS 5) Published: 8:53 AM CDT April 8, 2026 Updated: 8:53 AM CDT April 8, 2026 MAVERICK COUNTY, Texas — A Maverick … Read more
Massive $1.7M Asian grocery superstore in the works for San Antonio
Love H Mart in Austin? A similar Asian grocery superstore may be headed to San Antonio.
Texas is giving data centers more than $1 billion in tax breaks each year
The tax break is one of the state’s costliest incentive programs and soon to be the most expensive of its kind in the nation.
The Death of Athena Strand: Jurors to hear, see disturbing video of former FedEx driver killing 7-year-old girl | Live updates
A jury is hearing weeks of testimony to determine if Tanner Horner should spend life in prison, or be put on Texas’ death row for the violent slaying FORT WORTH, Texas — Tanner Horner, a former FedEx driver, has admitted to the capital murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand. Now, a jury is hearing evidence to … Read more
San Antonio Zoo celebrates 30 years of Zoo La-La with food, music and ticket savings
Food, drinks, live music and a party with purpose—Zoo La-La is back and bigger than ever. SAN ANTONIO — Get ready to sip, snack and celebrate, because Zoo La-La is turning 30. The San Antonio Zoo is bringing back its biggest 21+ event of the year on May 14, and this milestone anniversary promises to … Read more
Man arrested in connection with sexual assault of minors on west side, police say
Police say multiple victims came forward in an ongoing investigation involving alleged abuse. SAN ANTONIO — A man has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault investigation involving minors on the west side of San Antonio. According to the San Antonio Police Department, the case began Friday, April 3, near Highway 90 and Prue … Read more