Texas SNAP Shake-Up: Candy and sugary drinks banned from benefits starting April 1

Some grocery stores have already begun posting signs to inform customers about which items will no longer qualify for SNAP purchases once the changes take effect. SAN ANTONIO — Grocery shopping in Texas is about to change for thousands of residents who rely on federal food assistance. Beginning April 1, recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance … Read more

CALL KENS: Low-hanging phone line fixed

Ruben Rennspies called KENS about the low-hanging line near his property. AT&T fixed it immediately after being notified. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — Ruben Rennspies didn’t know what to do about the low hanging line that was nearly blocking his neighbor’s driveway and almost touching the ground down the road. He said he had called CPS … Read more

‘We’re home’: Hill Country couple rebuilds after devastating July 4 flood

After losing everything in the July Fourth flood, an Ingram couple rebuilds and returns home — without paying a dime, thanks to community support. INGRAM, Texas — In the early hours of July 4, 2025, Mike Trolinger and Brenda Espinoza watched floodwaters swallow everything they had — their home, their belongings and nearly a century … Read more

Missing 14-year-old girl last seen at west-side home has been found, BCSO says

Authorities say she does not have a cell phone with her. SAN ANTONIO — A previously reported missing 14-year-old girl was found safe, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.  ________Original story below________ The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 14-year-old girl last seen on the west side Tuesday afternoon.  Authorities said the … Read more

Officer shoots at suspect amid emergency response to hit-and-run incident in Castle Hills, police say

Police are investigating a shooting in Castle Hills where an officer fired at an individual armed with edged weapons during a hit-and-run response. SAN ANTONIO — A shooting is under investigation Wednesday morning in the Castle Hills area, according to police. The Castle Hills Police Department said the incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. in the … Read more