Susan O'Brien

A string of unsettling encounters has left a Southtown family on edge, sparking a renewed urgency for heightened security measures after their home was targeted for the fifth time by daring criminals. According to KENS 5, surveillance footage from Wednesday revealed a trespasser brazenly peering through their backyard fence, in a disturbing repeat of past intrusions that has seen the perpetrators make off with personal belongings on separate occasions.

San Antonio's annual Fiesta spectacle is in full swing, offering a cultural kaleidoscope that seamlessly blends fun, education, and community - and Palo Alto College's PACFEST is leading the charge on the Southside. Mark your calendars for a party that's more than just a good time; PACFEST kicked off on Thursday, inviting a throng of thousands to partake in festivities that not only entertain but also enlighten,

Highway to Handcuffs: A routine traffic stop on Interstate 10 took a swift turn into a felony arrest for a San Antonio couple, following a Fayette County Sheriff's deputy's discovery of drugs and a stash of cash suspected to be tied to money laundering, as reported on Tuesday.

At a South Texas elementary school, a fourth grader's innovative idea is fostering friendships and building a stronger community. Noah Talamantes, who presented his idea for a "Buddy Bench" two years ago, has seen it come to fruition with two benches now installed at his school.

Landlords in San Antonio and New Mexico are in the spotlight as the debate over housing discrimination based on "source of income" heats up. San Antonio landlords voiced opposition in a City Council committee meeting to a proposal that would prevent them from denying veterans housing based on the use of rental subsidies. According to the San Antonio Report, the Real Estate Council and some veteran landlords called the measure unnecessary, citing an already high acceptance rate of vouchers for veterans.

Gunfire ripped through the San Antonio night, leaving three people with serious injuries after a downtown shooting, authorities say. Early Saturday morning, a truck arrived at the University of Health Campus off West Martin Street with three gunshot victims, according to KENS 5. Police reported that one man suffered wounds to the head and chest, while two women also sustained injuries from the shooting.

Study reveals high biodiversity at Wuest Ranch, highlighting need for habitat protection in the Texas Hill Country.

Foot traffic enthusiasts, take note: San Antonio has been named one of the most walkable cities in the nation. A study from the online language learning marketplace Preply positions the Texan city at No. 11 amongst America's pedestrian-friendly urban landscapes. Beating out the iconic streets of New York, this finding has people taking sides in a fierce online debate.

An East Texas student, Lennie Kiguru, gets accepted into Princeton, highlighting academic success while another reflects on affirmative action's repeal.

Waco residents and visitors to the Brazos River might want to be on the lookout for the local wildlife, as six juvenile alligators have been confirmed to be living in the waters there. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) made the announcement after monitoring the area over the past year. These gators, which measure between one and four feet long, seem to be growing up in Central Texas, according to KENS 5.