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FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: San Antonio’s Thompson neighborhood is ‘Standing Together’
Read full article: FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: San Antonio’s Thompson neighborhood is ‘Standing Together’In this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores the good, the bad, and the frustrating of Thompson, and why residents are standing together to fight the city and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
Push for equal San Antonio City Council representation born in Thompson, nearby neighborhoods
Read full article: Push for equal San Antonio City Council representation born in Thompson, nearby neighborhoodsBig decisions are made on behalf of San Antonians inside City Hall. However, in the early 1970s, Rosie Castro said the people in charge didn’t reflect the entire city.
Loose, roaming pets wearing out their welcome among Thompson neighborhood residents
Read full article: Loose, roaming pets wearing out their welcome among Thompson neighborhood residentsSan Antonio may be experiencing some relief now from the dog days of summer, but in the Thompson neighborhood, problems with dogs — themselves — persist.
San Antonio’s proposed drainage project threatens generations of homes in Thompson neighborhood
Read full article: San Antonio’s proposed drainage project threatens generations of homes in Thompson neighborhoodMore than 100 property owners are in danger of losing their homes over a plan to build a drainage pond that could mitigate flooding in the Thompson neighborhood.
Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio booms
Read full article: Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio boomsIn this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores the good, the bad, and the frustrating of Thompson, and why residents are standing together to fight the city and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
Know My Neighborhood: Thompson, Standing Together
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Thompson, Standing TogetherKSAT takes a deep dive into Thompson, a Southwest Side San Antonio neighborhood where residents are standing together to fight the city, and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
City of San Antonio cleans up notorious illegal dumping area after ‘Know My Neighborhood’ story airs
Read full article: City of San Antonio cleans up notorious illegal dumping area after ‘Know My Neighborhood’ story airsOne day after KSAT’s “Know My Neighborhood” spotlighted an illegal dumping area, a South San resident shared an update along Quintana Road.
San Antonio Shoemakers has been a South San staple for nearly 50 years
Read full article: San Antonio Shoemakers has been a South San staple for nearly 50 yearsThe SAS factory is an iconic business on New Laredo Highway. For a lot of people who live in South San, it’s more than a business. It’s a family tradition.
Graduates return to South San Antonio to uplift their community
Read full article: Graduates return to South San Antonio to uplift their community“Bobcat Pride” is more than just a saying in this neighborhood. South San graduates are helping the next generation by connecting them with mentors and resources.
Health concerns run deep in South San neighborhood
Read full article: Health concerns run deep in South San neighborhoodCDC data shows the South San neighborhood has historically high rates of different illnesses and diseases. Doctors who practice there say they are trying to make healthcare more accessible.
‘Really bad’: Quintana Road identified as one of the most severe illegal dumping sites in San Antonio
Read full article: ‘Really bad’: Quintana Road identified as one of the most severe illegal dumping sites in San AntonioResidents say they’re fed up with this smelly and unsightly situation on Quintana Road, but the city says it struggles to enforce local illegal dumping laws.
Before & after Kelly AFB: South San history is held in the memories of those who know it best
Read full article: Before & after Kelly AFB: South San history is held in the memories of those who know it bestFrom Belgian flower fields to a deadly military plane crash, KSAT spoke with long-time residents of South San about what it was like growing up in the neighborhood.
Roaming pack of dogs on South Side nearly under control, ACS says
Read full article: Roaming pack of dogs on South Side nearly under control, ACS saysIn a statement to KSAT on Friday afternoon, a District 3 spokesperson said an Animal Care Services (ACS) field team had located the pack of stray dogs and set traps.
‘Close to flying’: Thrill seekers soar above the Hill Country at Helotes zip line park
Read full article: ‘Close to flying’: Thrill seekers soar above the Hill Country at Helotes zip line parkHeart pounding. Stomach churning. Zipping above the Hill Country at more than 30 mph. Welcome to the Helotes Hill Country Ziplines. Here, zip lines give riders a view of the Scenic Loop and Helotes communities like no other.
Historic Scenic Loop Road drawing more congestion, drivers as development explodes near Grey Forest
Read full article: Historic Scenic Loop Road drawing more congestion, drivers as development explodes near Grey ForestThe location, landscape and wildlife are what draws newcomers to the area. But with growth comes new issues, including a long line of construction crews waiting outside neighborhoods every morning to start their work.
Scenic Loop: A neighborhood that plays a big role in water quality for the rest of San Antonio
Read full article: Scenic Loop: A neighborhood that plays a big role in water quality for the rest of San AntonioThe neighborhoods that comprise the Scenic Loop Helotes Creek Alliance are focused on water and it's at the heart of their battle against developers. Many homes in the neighborhood are part of the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program.
WATCH: KSAT News at Noon highlights San Antonio Education Partnership, Carver Community Cultural Center
Read full article: WATCH: KSAT News at Noon highlights San Antonio Education Partnership, Carver Community Cultural CenterKSAT News at Noon hit the road on Friday to the Carver Community Cultural Center in the heart of the Dignowity Hill neighborhood.
‘It’s hard to get out of this rut:’ Homelessness on the rise downtown as city sweeps hundreds of camps
Read full article: ‘It’s hard to get out of this rut:’ Homelessness on the rise downtown as city sweeps hundreds of campsIn Fiscal Year 2024 so far, city crews have completed more than 500 homeless encampment abatements.
‘It’s everybody’s place to come’: Downtowners say they welcome crowds, events to their neighborhood
Read full article: ‘It’s everybody’s place to come’: Downtowners say they welcome crowds, events to their neighborhoodThe convenience of living downtown comes at a cost. Everything is walkable, but finding parking can be a challenge. Those who live downtown say they are surrounded by culture and vibrance — and the tradeoff is worth it.
People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road construction
Read full article: People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road constructionThe City of San Antonio has at least three major downtown street construction projects going on at the same time. Two won't be completed until late next year.
One man is credited with creating the River Walk. He got fired halfway through the project.
Read full article: One man is credited with creating the River Walk. He got fired halfway through the project.Locals and tourists alike think of the River Walk when they think of downtown. Here’s how it all got started.
From the heart of San Antonio: ‘Urbanistas’ share what it’s like to live downtown
Read full article: From the heart of San Antonio: ‘Urbanistas’ share what it’s like to live downtownThe Alamo, River Walk, San Fernando Cathedral. They are all iconic places that serve as icons of San Antonio and touchstones in the middle of a bustling city. But what is it like to live in the shadow of these tourist hot spots? In this episode of "Know My Neighborhood," we talk to those who live and work in the downtown neighborhood.
Northern Hills/Valencia neighborhood leaders look to increase involvement through voluntary HOA
Read full article: Northern Hills/Valencia neighborhood leaders look to increase involvement through voluntary HOAValencia only has 75 households out of the estimated 700 participating in its voluntary homeowners association.
Fitness, fun and friendship: Seniors thrive in Northern Hills/Valencia
Read full article: Fitness, fun and friendship: Seniors thrive in Northern Hills/ValenciaExercising and playing games are some of the keys to staying happy and healthy for seniors in the Northern Hill/Valencia neighborhoods. An average of 450 seniors visit the Northeast Senior Center every day.
History shows Northern Hills/Valencia has an Alamo connection
Read full article: History shows Northern Hills/Valencia has an Alamo connectionMany Northern Hills and Valencia residents probably don't realize that this part of Northeast San Antonio has a connection to the Mission San Antonio de Valero, best known as the Alamo.
Northern Hills/Valencia: Balancing preservation and progress in aging neighborhoods
Read full article: Northern Hills/Valencia: Balancing preservation and progress in aging neighborhoodsIn this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” we explore the good, the bad and the frustrating in Northern Hills/ Valencia, and the neighborhoods’ desire to have community involvement now and in the future.
Know My Neighborhood: Northern Hills-Valencia, Getting Involved
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Northern Hills-Valencia, Getting InvolvedIn this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” we explore the good, the bad and the frustrating in Northern Hills/Valencia, and the neighborhoods’ desire to have community involvement now and in the future.
Shearer Hills/Ridgeview: A hidden gem that converges food and shopping, and navigates country’s immigration issue
Read full article: Shearer Hills/Ridgeview: A hidden gem that converges food and shopping, and navigates country’s immigration issueIn this episode of Know My Neighborhood, we talk to the people who make Shearer Hills/Ridgeview a mecca for foodies and shopping, and the controversy that comes with being one of the hotspots of the country’s immigration issue.
Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnant
Read full article: Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnantCommunity members in the Shearer Hills/Ridgeview community have been asking the City of San Antonio for north-to-south bike lanes for more than a decade. They said it's a life-or-death issue, as they take a chance every time they dare ride along a major road.
Mid-century modern homes are time capsules
Read full article: Mid-century modern homes are time capsulesMany homes in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview were built in the 1950s and 1960s with a new, fresh style we now call mid-century modern. The homes, with their expansive windows, nearly flat roofs and clean lines are considered architectural gems that evoke a little nostalgia.
Flood risk remains high for parts of Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhood
Read full article: Flood risk remains high for parts of Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhoodFlooding in the Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhood has long been an issue. It became dangerously evident during the Memorial Day weekend floods of 2013. The city has spent nearly a decade trying to make improvements.
‘Driven by fear’: Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighbors weigh in on Migrant Resource Center
Read full article: ‘Driven by fear’: Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighbors weigh in on Migrant Resource CenterThe Migrant Resource Center opened on San Pedro Avenue in 2022. It represents a humanitarian issue unfolding behind Shearer Hills/Ridgeview homes.
History of Shearer Hills reflects San Antonio’s post-war housing boom
Read full article: History of Shearer Hills reflects San Antonio’s post-war housing boomIts 1950s and 60s vibe permeates Shearer Hills; it's one of the first developments during San Antonio's post-war building boom. Back then, the area was considered to be outside the city limits. Yet it was created during a time of racial segregation by developer H.J. Shearer, who had a racial covenant in the deed restrictions, a common practice at the time.
Know My Neighborhood: Shearer Hills-Ridgeview, Dealing with Differences
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Shearer Hills-Ridgeview, Dealing with DifferencesIn the fifth episode of "Know My Neighborhood," KSAT focuses on Shearer Hills/Ridgeview — a midtown neighborhood that converges food and shopping, and navigates the country’s immigration issue.
As city nears pedestrian bridge demolition, a consultant begins Castroville Corridor study
Read full article: As city nears pedestrian bridge demolition, a consultant begins Castroville Corridor studyTo replace the bridge, the city is designing a four-way traffic signal to be placed at the corner of Castroville Road and Dahlgreen Ave. But first, a consultant will study the corridor.
Community divided over proposed Northwest Side county park near Alamo Ranch
Read full article: Community divided over proposed Northwest Side county park near Alamo RanchThe county held its first public input meeting on the proposed park off Talley Road and Medio Drive, and neighbors disagreed on what they wanted to see.
‘It’s going to be a relief’: City plans to demolish remainder of pedestrian bridge on Castroville Road starting Monday
Read full article: ‘It’s going to be a relief’: City plans to demolish remainder of pedestrian bridge on Castroville Road starting MondayTo replace the bridge, the city is designing a four-way traffic signal to be placed at the corner of Castroville Road and Dahlgreen Ave.
A neighborhood united despite its divide
Read full article: A neighborhood united despite its divideHarlandale-McCollum is a neighborhood rooted in rivalry and pride in the South Side. Generations of neighbors have asked, and answered, variations of the same question: Harlandale or McCollum? Indians or Cowboys? There’s a physical divide between the two sides of this neighborhood but also an effort to unite them, especially in times of need.
Rapid growth of IDEA South Flores causing traffic troubles for people in neighborhood
Read full article: Rapid growth of IDEA South Flores causing traffic troubles for people in neighborhoodIDEA South Flores opened in 2013 and as it has grown, so have traffic worries from people who live in the area.
Former players for Harlandale, McCollum reminisce about 1989 Frontier Bowl
Read full article: Former players for Harlandale, McCollum reminisce about 1989 Frontier BowlMore than 30 years after they lined up across the field from each other in the Frontier Bowl, two former rivals talk about the 1989 classic. Joseph Farias was and still is a Harlandale Indian; Gabe Cisneros was and still is a McCollum Cowboy. They were from different sides of the McCollum-Harlandale neighborhood. Fate and football brought them together, along with a chance to sit and talk about those old glory days and the community they grew up in.
Legacy businesses in Harlandale-McCollum area woven into fabric of community
Read full article: Legacy businesses in Harlandale-McCollum area woven into fabric of communityThroughout the Harlandale-McCollum area, there are legacy businesses that have stood the test of time. They’ve been open for decades and have molded themselves into the community. One of those businesses is B&B Smokehouse which has been a part of the community since 1958.
Dignowity Hill neighbors search for solutions for stray animals by pushing spay-neuter efforts
Read full article: Dignowity Hill neighbors search for solutions for stray animals by pushing spay-neuter effortsNeighbors are leaning on an ACS pilot program pushing spay-neuter efforts to help with increasing numbers.
Dignowity Hill residents, social service groups divided over how to help homeless population
Read full article: Dignowity Hill residents, social service groups divided over how to help homeless populationThis East Side neighborhood is home to an ecosystem of social service organizations. With more than five of these groups catered to helping the homeless population, some neighbors worry the number of people without shelter in the neighborhood will only climb.
Something old, something new: Tech innovation center is at home in Dignowity Hill as community aims to preserve past
Read full article: Something old, something new: Tech innovation center is at home in Dignowity Hill as community aims to preserve pastDignowity Hill is committed to its history but open to its evolution, according to neighbors. A unique example of that is the importance and reverence people share for The Carver, a performing arts center that was once the only library for Black San Antonians during segregation. Just blocks away, a company focused on innovation in the life sciences has become part of the neighborhood. And the latter has plans to grow even bigger roots in Dignowity Hill.
‘It feels good’: Dignowity Hill SAFFE officer talks about connecting with community
Read full article: ‘It feels good’: Dignowity Hill SAFFE officer talks about connecting with communityAs part of the SAFFE unit — an acronym for San Antonio Fear Free Environment — Officer Carlos Gutierrez is tasked with trying to prevent crime before it happens.
Dignowity Hill residents hungry for more healthy food options closer to home
Read full article: Dignowity Hill residents hungry for more healthy food options closer to homePeople in the historic neighborhood, just east of downtown, say they feel neglected when it comes to new businesses opening in the city. They'd like more stores that sell healthy food.
Dignowity Hill: A neighborhood with history on every corner struggles to define itself
Read full article: Dignowity Hill: A neighborhood with history on every corner struggles to define itselfThe view of downtown from many of the homes in the Dignowity Hill neighborhood is second to none, but they also have a front-row seat to some of the city’s biggest issues: homelessness, gentrification and rising property taxes.
Before Olmos Park and Alamo Heights, there was Dignowity Hill
Read full article: Before Olmos Park and Alamo Heights, there was Dignowity HillAn African American community at its heart, vestiges of its affluent past remain in Dignowity Hill. But over recent decades of demolition and rebuilding, one historian worries that the integrity of the neighborhood was also lost in the process.
Know My Neighborhood: Dignowity Hill, Preservation vs. Progress
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Dignowity Hill, Preservation vs. ProgressThis edition of Know My Neighborhood explores the push and pull of preservation versus progress, the heart of a neighborhood in transition and the struggle for the community to define itself.
Weeks after voicing concerns, Alamo Ranch residents say they see progress from BCSO in community
Read full article: Weeks after voicing concerns, Alamo Ranch residents say they see progress from BCSO in communityA more visible law enforcement presence in Alamo Ranch is what the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office promised residents after they voiced their concerns during KSAT’s Know My Neighborhood series.
VIA Transit’s plan for proposed Park & Ride facility in Alamo Ranch on ‘indefinite hold’
Read full article: VIA Transit’s plan for proposed Park & Ride facility in Alamo Ranch on ‘indefinite hold’Just weeks after telling KSAT it planned to finalize designs for a Park & Ride in Alamo Ranch next year, VIA said it does not have plans to proceed with any development.
San Antonio councilwoman says pedestrian-friendly improvements coming to Castroville Road
Read full article: San Antonio councilwoman says pedestrian-friendly improvements coming to Castroville RoadA San Antonio councilwoman says work is being done to make a major road in a West Side neighborhood pedestrian-friendly.
Addressing crime in Alamo Ranch: BCSO discusses safety with neighbors on NW Side
Read full article: Addressing crime in Alamo Ranch: BCSO discusses safety with neighbors on NW SideThe Bexar County Sheriff's Department held a crime and safety presentation Tuesday night to discuss ongoing concerns from the Alamo Ranch community.
‘It’s just going to destroy it’: Alamo Ranch neighbors say VIA Park & Ride facility is unnecessary, unwelcome
Read full article: ‘It’s just going to destroy it’: Alamo Ranch neighbors say VIA Park & Ride facility is unnecessary, unwelcomeNeighbors in Alamo Ranch are unhappy with VIA's plans to build a Park & Ride facility right along their back fence.
Alamo Ranch residents search for solutions to vehicle break-ins and burglaries
Read full article: Alamo Ranch residents search for solutions to vehicle break-ins and burglariesThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office reported 216 vehicle burglaries across Bexar County in July of 2023. Of those, 43 were reported to be in the Alamo Ranch area.
Land sold by group of nuns helped jump-start Alamo Ranch
Read full article: Land sold by group of nuns helped jump-start Alamo RanchFew, if any, planned communities can thank a religious order for jump-starting their developments, but 175 acres sold by the Cordi-Marian Missionary Sisters about 20 years ago, led to what is now the mega-subdivision Alamo Ranch.
Westwood Square leader is hopeful grant awarded to SAPD will help improve community relations
Read full article: Westwood Square leader is hopeful grant awarded to SAPD will help improve community relationsThe feds are awarding the San Antonio Police Department a multimillion-dollar grant to add officers and improve community policing efforts.
Westwood Square community tries to tackle quality concerns at Las Palmas H-E-B
Read full article: Westwood Square community tries to tackle quality concerns at Las Palmas H-E-BCustomers at the Las Palmas H-E-B reported food past its "best-by" date, empty shelves and old infrastructure. While H-E-B did not comment on food past its "best-by" date on store shelves, it did confirm that the Las Palmas location is among future planned projects for renovation and enhancement.
H-E-B confirms Las Palmas location will see renovation projects in the future as neighbors question store’s quality
Read full article: H-E-B confirms Las Palmas location will see renovation projects in the future as neighbors question store’s qualityCustomers at the Las Palmas H-E-B reported food past its best-by date, empty shelves and old infrastructure. While H-E-B did not comment on food past its best-by date on store shelves, it did confirm that the Las Palmas location is among future planned projects for renovation and enhancement. However, community leaders say this shows a larger issue of food insecurity in Westwood Square.
Kennedy High School plays integral role in boosting Westwood Square community
Read full article: Kennedy High School plays integral role in boosting Westwood Square communityPride and tradition reign at Edgewood Memorial Stadiun, home to the John F. Kennedy Rockets. As Kennedy cultivates a culture of encouragement and grit, student-athletes set the example for future generations. With that, the community believes bringing success back into the West Side helps push the area forward.
‘We just want to feel heard’: Neighbors in Westwood Square say they want more police presence
Read full article: ‘We just want to feel heard’: Neighbors in Westwood Square say they want more police presenceNeighbors in Westwood Square say they often feel forgotten, even when it comes to crime and safety. Despite a recent event that brought in law enforcement, community members said their presence is infrequent. One of their main questions: How are they policing the community?
After pedestrian bridge damaged, West Side residents call for a permanent crosswalk instead of repair
Read full article: After pedestrian bridge damaged, West Side residents call for a permanent crosswalk instead of repairAfter a dump truck crashed into the pedestrian bridge on Castroville Road earlier this year, the Westwood Square Neighborhood Association is working with the city to construct a permanent crosswalk instead of repairing the old bridge.
Struggle, determination mark history of Westwood Square
Read full article: Struggle, determination mark history of Westwood SquareTucked between Highway 90 and Castroville Road, the West Side neighborhood of Westwood Square has a history of struggle and determination. After decades of fighting for basic necessities and improvements, longtime residents told KSAT about the lessons they’ve learned from the generation before them, and their hope to instill those values into the next.
Know My Neighborhood: KSAT launches project to listen to and spotlight communities around San Antonio
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: KSAT launches project to listen to and spotlight communities around San AntonioThe team behind the project described it as “a deep dive into issues on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood basis.”