The Winter Games will feature eight new sports across the 17-day event. WASHINGTON — In exactly six months, the 2026 Winter Olympics will begin with an Opening Ceremony in Italy, bringing the Games close to their Greek roots. Next year, the Winter Games will be hosted by two Italian cities, Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. More … Read more
After reaching the end of their automotive lives, the batteries are being reused to provide lower-cost grid energy storage. This story was first published on the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. East of San Antonio in Bexar County, 500 electric vehicle batteries at the end of their automotive lives will soon be repurposed … Read more
The WWE will soon have a new home for its premium live events. WASHINGTON — World Wrestling Entertainment’s premium live events, including WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam, will soon be exclusively shown on ESPN’s platforms in the U.S., starting in 2026. The landmark rights agreement, announced Wednesday, shifts WWE’s marquee events to the direct-to-consumer (DTC) … Read more
This year’s festival will be held Oct. 3-5 and Oct. 10-12 at Zilker Park. AUSTIN, Texas — Fans of the Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) can now plan each day of their fest experience. ACL released daily schedules for both Weekend 1 and Weekend 2 on Tuesday. The festival first announced this year’s lineup … Read more
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — New rules from the U.S. Department of Agriculture could change the diets of millions of Americans. Starting in 2026, West Virginia, Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas will join a growing list of states — like Arkansas and Indiana — that are cracking down on processed foods in the program. The goal, … Read more
Proof that you live in Bexar County is required. SAN ANTONIO — Celebrate the last days of summer at the San Antonio Zoo for just $8 on Thursday. San Antonio Zoo announced Bexar County residents can enjoy the amazing attractions for $8 on August 7, as part of Locals Day. The zoo said Locals Day … Read more
About 30 homes were evacuated in the area of Silver Mountain Drive Tuesday evening. Officials say it started as a controlled burn before getting “out of control.” Author: Sue Calberg, David Lynch (KENS 5), Andrea Carden, Earl Stoudemire Published: 7:54 PM CDT August 5, 2025 Updated: 6:46 AM CDT August 6, 2025 SAN ANTONIO — … Read more