Starting April 1, Texans using SNAP benefits will face new restrictions, barring purchases of sugary foods and drinks. WACO, Texas — Starting April 1, Texans who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will no longer be able to use those benefits to buy many sugary foods and drinks. Senate Bill 379, signed into law … Read more
The 2026 James Beard awards will be announced June 15 in Chicago. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio is once again getting national recognition from the James Beard Foundation, with one restaurant and one chef named finalists for the annual awards. Mixtli, a Michelin-starred restaurant, was named a finalist for Outstanding Restaurant, a recognition it also … Read more
A 15-year-old girl, Alizae Capetillo, remains missing after being last seen at Wagner High School on Friday, police confirm. SAN ANTONIO — Police confirm a 15-year-old girl last seen on the northeast side is still missing as of Tuesday. Alizae Capetillo, 15, was last seen around 11:30 a.m. Friday at Wagner High School at North … Read more
BCSO said Sgt. Veronica Sanchez has been placed on paid administrative leave pending termination following her arrest on Tuesday. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — An off-duty deputy with the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office was arrested early Tuesday on a charge of driving while intoxicated, according to officials. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said 44-year-old Sgt. Veronica … Read more
Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. SAN ANTONIO — IMPACT DAYS: Late Wednesday night, April 1 into early Thursday morning, April 2 / Saturday morning, April 4 and Sunday morning, April 5. Reason: Isolated severe storms possible this week with chance for heavy … Read more
Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. SAN ANTONIO — IMPACT DAYS: Thursday morning (April 2), Saturday and Sunday (April 4-5) Reason: Possibility of strong thunderstorms and heavy rain The breakdown San Antonio is no longer facing a severe weather threat for Wednesday night heading … Read more
Yolanda Sanchez of Judson ISD was surprised with the KENS 5 EXCEL Award and a $2,000 check from Credit Human. SAN ANTONIO — A first-grade bilingual teacher at Spring Meadow Elementary School was surprised with a KENS 5 EXCEL Award, and her students’ reaction said it all. When Yolanda Sanchez walked into what she thought … Read more