The Comptroller’s Office says the move eliminates race and gender-based preferences. A leading lawmaker argues the acting comptroller cannot change state law. DALLAS — The Texas Comptroller’s Office on Tuesday announced it has restructured the state’s Historically Underutilized Business Program (HUB) and stripped away the designation for women and minority-owned businesses, now only giving that … Read more

Shelter officials said an influx of lost and found dogs in recent days has filled kennels to capacity. SAN MARCOS, Texas — The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter is asking for the community’s help as it faces another wave of overcrowding. Shelter officials said an influx of lost and found dogs in recent days has … Read more

Stone Oak Elementary School teacher, Rosa Carillo, was surprised with the KENS 5 EXCEL Award and a $2,000 check from our partner, Credit Human. SAN ANTONIO — Fifth graders at Stone Oak Elementary School thought they were going to an assembly about discipline. Instead, KENS 5’s Audrey Castoreno showed up to honor a North East … Read more

This three-day immersive weekend will bring together world-class tequila brands, expert educators, guest chefs, mixologists and live entertainers. SAN ANTONIO — Tequila lovers, foodies and beach-bound Texans now have a brand-new festival to pour onto their calendars for the Spring. TequilaCon, a first-of-its-kind celebration, will debut February 27–March 1, 2026, at the picturesque Margaritaville Beach … Read more

The San Antonio River Authority is hosting the free holiday event on December 13. SAN ANTONIO — Bundle up — the river’s about to get a whole lot cooler. You won’t have to travel far for a taste of winter magic this year — in fact, you won’t even need to leave San Antonio! The … Read more