Texans weighed in on their favorite homegrown brands | Here’s which Texas-based companies won out

Texans care deeply about brands that call the Lone Star State home. Here are the companies that were named the favorites. DALLAS — Texans are deeply proud of homegrown brands.  From beer to ice cream to grocery stores, there are iconic Texas brands that have captured what it means to be a Texan, but which … Read more

‘We got to do more’ | ALERRT Center at Texas State gets $25M boost to expand training facility

A big step is happening when it comes to safeguarding schools and public spaces in Texas. MAXWELL, Texas — For two-and-a-half decades, the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center, also known as ALERRT, at Texas State University has been training hundreds of thousands of first responders.  Their aim is to provide the best research-based … Read more

‘They ransacked the store’ | Thieves hit northwest-side smoke shop two nights in a row; police seek suspects

“The back-to-back nature of it does seem to call into question whether or not they’re tied together in any way,” Flite 4/20 Smoke Shop’s attorney said. SAN ANTONIO — A northwest-side smoke shop was targeted by thieves on back-to-back nights this week, prompting the store’s attorney and local authorities to ask for the public’s help … Read more

Supper at Hotel Emma relaunches with global flavors and unique eating experiences

Hotel Emma celebrates a decade in San Antonio by relaunching Supper, its acclaimed restaurant, offering diverse global cuisine. SAN ANTONIO — Get your forks ready San Antonio because you’re invited to the supper table at one of the city’s premiere hotel destinations.  After 10 years in the Alamo City, Hotel Emma is celebrating their debut … Read more

SAPD: Suspected case of road rage leads to shooting; victim taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

Police say they are currently looking for the suspected shooter. SAN ANTONIO — A suspected road rage shooting landed a victim in the hospital Tuesday night, SAPD says. Around 9:20 p.m., police were called to the area of Culebra and I-10 West where the victim’s vehicle was pulled over. Police say an unknown suspect fired … Read more

Joaquin Castro wants more Texas musicians in the Library of Congress. Here’s where you come in.

The congressman is asking for suggestions of Texas songs and albums that deserve to be preserved. SAN ANTONIO — For the last four years, San Antonio Rep. Joaquin Castro has invited the public’s participation in his efforts to boost Latino voices in the National Film Registry, an effort that’s helped get “Spy Kids,” “American Me,” “Selena” … Read more

Texas CFB Recap: Longhorns rebound as Texas State stays hot with big win over UTSA. Who else has a good Week 2?

KENS 5’s Vinnie Vinzetta shares his thoughts on the second week of the college football season. TEXAS, USA — We’re two weeks into the college football season in the books, and I can’t make fun of Florida State this season! They are BACK! Just ask poor ol’ East Texas A&M, which just got beat 77-3 … Read more