Health experts provide safety tips as triple digit temperatures hit San Antonio

Headache, fatigue and confusion are among the red flags of developing heat-related illness. SAN ANTONIO — As triple digit temperatures scorch the Alamo City in what’s stacking up to be the hottest time of the year, health professionals are sounding the alarm on keeping residents cool and safe. Since Aug. 1, Baptist Health system has … Read more

The ‘liver of the river’ | Freshwater mussels returned to San Antonio as scientists study growth, survival

The San Antonio River Authority collaborated with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to help bring thousands of native mussels to waterways in the area. SAN ANTONIO — Mussels act as natural water filters, removing harmful debris and bacteria. KENS 5 spent the day with San Antonio River Authority to see why these tiny creatures … Read more

In Chicago for DNC, Nirenberg hopeful that Democratic momentum will carry through to Texas races

San Antonio’s mayor was the first speaker at Monday morning’s Texas delegation breakfast. CHICAGO — Speaking from Chicago where he’s attending the Democratic National Convention, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg expressed optimism about the Harris-Walz ticket’s chances in November, saying “now is not the time to let Trump get away with the outrage.”  Nirenberg, who … Read more

“We are worried about you.” | San Antonio teen missing for 2 weeks, as family continues looking for her

Miyah’s family says she loves social media, but as soon as she left she has not been active on her accounts. SAN ANTONIO — Monday marks 2 weeks since the family of 16-year-old Miyah Gonzalez reported her missing. Sick with worry they are praying for her return.   Miyah was last seen leaving her grandparents … Read more

It’s not just South Texas. Republicans are making gains with Latino voters in big cities, too.

Republican gains among Latino voters in urban areas could spell big trouble for Democrats’ hopes of turning Texas blue. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. For years, Carmen Cavazos’ neighborhood in southeast Houston has voted reliably for Democrats up and down the ballot. In … Read more