Another round of students from several San Antonio-area school districts woke up early on Monday for the new school year.

Get ready for our hottest stretch of the year.

South Central Texas is in for a hot and increasingly dry stretch of weather, with temperatures climbing above average Sunday and even hotter conditions expected through much of the coming week.

South Central Texas is returning to hot, dry weather after brief showers, with weekend highs in the mid-90s to near 100 degrees and little chance of rain. The heat will intensify next week as a ridge of high pressure arrives keeping us toasty.

What if the most important back-to-school preparation has nothing to do with what’s in a backpack?

A deadly crash in Stone Oak was not a surprise for some neighbors along Hardy Oak Boulevard, who say speeding is common.

A San Antonio homeowner says the city gave him an impossible choice: pay a $300 fine for not trimming a tree branch, or risk violating a federal law that protects migratory birds.

A man accused of attacking and strangling a Bexar County woman in a felony domestic violence case dismissed in July turned himself in Friday in connection with a new family violence-related charge involving another woman.

Temperatures will approach 100° through the weekend, with only a slight chance of afternoon showers today, especially near the coast. The upcoming week is expected to bring a prolonged stretch of even hotter weather

David Elder raises a pint at KARBACH BREWING COMPANY for Bavarian-style craft beer, digs into mesquite-grilled Texas classics at ARMADILLO PALACE, watches the dough fly at FIFE AND FARROW, and finishes in San Marcos at BIRD DOG for buttermilk-brined chicken tenders.

More than 3,800 uncertified teachers taught in Bexar County-area classrooms last school year, according to state data analyzed by KSAT Investigates.

A hot stretch lies ahead, with the only window for rain being Friday.

David Elder visits MOREA ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE for upscale Italian steakhouse favorites, explores the legendary setting and Texas comfort food at GRISTMILL RIVER RESTAURANT & BAR, and satisfies his sweet tooth at WAFFLELICIOUS in New Braunfels.

A 19-year-old woman was arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with a crash earlier this month in Stone Oak, according to an affidavit obtained by KSAT.

A man accused of attacking and strangling a Bexar County woman in a felony domestic violence case that was dismissed in July is now facing a new family violence-related charge involving another woman.

Ingram ISD students returned to class Wednesday after floods in the Hill Country damaged 12 district buildings, forcing crews to work quickly to make classrooms safe before the first day.

A dozen San Antonio-area school districts are set to welcome students back Wednesday for the new year.

A hot stretch lies ahead, with several days potentially reaching 100 in San Antonio.

The head of VIA Metropolitan Transit says the agency has seen a jump in riders as they improve bus routes and cuts wait times.

San Antonio City Council will hold a special meeting Monday to vote on whether to put the Spurs arena back on the November ballot.

Members of San Antonio’s Colombian community are nervously checking on loved ones after a powerful earthquake killed hundreds in Colombia, residents told KSAT.

Back-to-school photos continue to roll into KSAT Connect as districts across San Antonio start a new year.

The San Antonio Spurs are front and center on two of the NBA’s biggest days on the regular season calendar.

IDEA Public Schools are welcoming more than 18,000 students across 30 schools on Tuesday.

Students headed back to the classroom Monday morning at two of San Antonio’s largest school districts.

Enjoy the last bit of the weekend, prepare for a hot first day of school, and expect the heat to become an even bigger story as the week progresses.

South-Central Texas faces a hot and mostly dry weekend with highs in the upper 90s and only slight chances for isolated showers, mainly near the Coastal Plains. Humidity will make conditions feel even

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are set to begin wearing body-worn cameras nationwide this fall, but a key provision in the agency’s policy is raising concerns about public transparency — specifically, who decides what footage the public gets to see and when.

Temperatures will soar next week, as any rain chance goes away.

Temperatures remain unchanged, but a small rain chance creeps into the forecast over the weekend.

Head coach Jeff Taylor and quarterback Owen McCown spoke to KSAT Sports Now in their first practice ahead of new football season

A former Bexar County Precinct 2 deputy constable is accused of killing three people in Mexico and attempting to flee to the United States with his son, according to Mexican newspaper La Razon.

San Antonio District 7 Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito joined KSAT on Wednesday to push back on Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ proposal to hold another public vote this November on city funding for a downtown Spurs arena as part of Project Marvel.

More reactions are pouring in after Gov. Greg Abbott announced a plan on Tuesday to break energy monopolies like the one in San Antonio with CPS Energy.

More than 13,000 staff members are preparing for a new school year at the Northside Independent School District (NISD).

Hot & humid stretch continues and that includes for the first day of school on Monday.

Whether it’s a snapshot of first-day smiles or showing off a new backpack, KSAT wants to see how your family is starting the new school year!

Questions about the emergency alerts used in the search for 2-year-old Aryana Trevino Martinez have prompted a closer look at how Texas’ statewide alert systems work.

Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ buzzer-beater attempt to put the Spurs arena back on the ballot looks likely to be a brick, with a majority of council members already publicly against the idea.

A Churchill High School student and her father were released from the Dilley South Texas Family Residential Center, U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro said Tuesday.

Family and the La Vernia community are remembering the life of a 16-year-old who died in a single-car crash Sunday morning, just a day before the start of school.

The City of San Antonio will have 11 town halls in August where residents can learn about the fiscal year 2027 proposed budget.

San Antonio Animal Care Services said resources are available for domestic violence survivors who are worried about their pets when trying to escape a dangerous situation.

A man who was wanted in connection with an AMBER Alert was arrested in Harris County, authorities confirmed to KSAT.

David Elder digs into scratch-made soups and sandwiches at PICNIKINS, samples bold wok-fired dishes at BEST QUALITY DAUGHTER, and savors prime cuts and surf-and-turf plates at DEAN’S STEAK AND SEAFOOD.

The first week of August is seasonably hot, with temperatures nearing triple digits but still better than previous years. Light wildfire smoke from Oregon and Washington is causing hazy skies over Texas, though air quality remains unaffected. Recent rainfall has led to fast-flowing rivers like the Frio and Nueces reaching some of their highest levels in years. While a heat high west of Texas keeps most rain away, a few sea breeze showers from the Gulf are possible through the weekend.

The 2026 high school football season began before sunrise for two area programs, as the Lytle Pirates and Holy Cross Knights opened practice at 12:01 a.m. Monday under the lights.

After some early morning rain south of San Antonio, most of South-Central Texas will return to hot and mostly dry conditions as drier air moves in and high pressure builds.

A man was charged with capital murder following a shooting Saturday afternoon on the Southwest Side, according to an affidavit obtained by KSAT.

A teen was injured after an apparent accidental shooting in northeast Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.

South Central Texas will get a brief break from the recent stretch of hot and dry weather Saturday as a weak front moves through the region, bringing a chance for showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening. The rain window will be limited, though, with near-100-degree heat returning quickly for the rest of the weekend and into next week.

A motorcyclist was killed after a crash at a West Side intersection, according to the San Antonio Police Department.

What started as a normal afternoon walk for Irma Hernandez turned frightening when two men approached her and began attacking her at Friesenhahn Park on the city’s North Side.

August begins with a brief opportunity for storms. Severe weather and flooding are unlikely, but gusty winds and brief street flooding can't be ruled out.

A viewer tip led KSAT to uncover what appeared to be an error in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice’s online records for a Bexar County man serving a 50-year prison sentence for shooting a San Antonio police officer.

DDavid Elder explores seasonal New American dishes at SUPPER inside Hotel Emma before discovering Latin-Asian poolside flavors at ANAQUA GARDEN BAR and classic South Texas-inspired cuisine at CORINNE.

Flooding from Espantosa Creek destroyed Mario Hernandez's childhood home in Crystal City. Now, his family is sharing their story as they recover from the devastating floods and look toward rebuilding.

Multiple lives pests were found near the grill, ice machine and sink at a Jim’s Restaurant on the West Side, according to a report from Metro Health.

A weak front will touch off a few non-severe storms Saturday evening. Otherwise, it'll stay hot and humid.

A Kerrville widow is sharing with KSAT the story of losing her husband in this year’s floods, describing both the heartbreak and the faith she’s leaning on in the aftermath.

David Elder explores the brand-new RICKHOUSE for elevated Texas comfort food and craft cocktails at the Spoetzl Brewery, heads to TEXAS BISTRO for seven years of locally inspired New Braunfels cuisine, and discusses the progression of FORD at THE HAYDEN in San Antonio.

The Bonham Exchange will temporarily close Saturday after the City of San Antonio denied its request for another six-month extension to comply with required fire sprinkler upgrades.

David Elder digs into hearty German-American classics at FORK & SPOON before enjoying fresh pasta, wood-fired pizza, and Italian hospitality at PIATTI RISTORANTE & BAR.

A weak front will limp into the area on Saturday, kicking up a few isolated showers & storms.

The National Weather Service confirmed two additional weak EF0 tornadoes in Bexar County following the July 15, 2026 storms, increasing the total to three for that day. The newly identified tornadoes, in Dignowity Hill and east Bexar County, caused minimal damage, mainly to a tin roof, a brick façade, and a fence. The strongest tornado, an EF1, struck the Northwest side, damaging an apartment complex and businesses at The Rim. An EF1 tornado was also confirmed in Uvalde County, resulting in snapped power poles and tree damage.

Two San Antonio police officers were handed a month-long suspension after records show they failed to search a man experiencing a mental health crisis who was carrying a stolen gun, according to records reviewed by KSAT Investigates.

Floodwaters from recent Texas storms are replenishing Corpus Christi's reservoirs, delaying a projected water emergency until 2028. Officials say the temporary relief won't slow nearly $1 billion in projects to diversify the city's long-term water supply.

Spurs Sports & Entertainment agreed to pay back the City of San Antonio $2.6 million after a failed attempt to bring home a Major League Soccer team, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said during a KSAT Q&A during the 6 O’Clock news.

South Central Texas remains in a classic July pattern with a high-pressure ridge causing intense heat and dry conditions. Meanwhile, communities along the Nueces River continue managing lingering flooding from heavy rains two weeks ago.

A Bexar County woman who says she endured months of domestic violence is speaking publicly for the first time after prosecutors dismissed a felony case against her former boyfriend.

As data centers rapidly expand across South Texas, KSAT Investigates learned the public cannot find out how much water San Antonio-area data centers are using because of a Texas law that its author says is being interpreted far more broadly than intended.

David Elder explores the newly renovated WILHELM & WERNER at the historic Faust Hotel for a Texas brasserie experience, celebrates ribbon cuttings at SOUTHERLEIGH and BAKERY LORRAINE as both open new locations inside the San Antonio International Airport, and heads to Houston's CREDENCE for open fire cooking from a two-time James Beard Award nominee.

Residents on San Antonio's Northeast Side said they finally feel heard after Animal Care Services removed 30 dogs from a home on La Charca Drive near Cerro Vista. The dog removal is part of an active animal cruelty investigation.

A prolonged stretch of summer heat is settling into South-Central Texas, with temperatures trending hotter each day through the end of July.

For now, prepare for a stretch of classic South Texas summer weather: hot afternoons, warm nights, and plenty of sunshine.

With summer break winding down, school districts are getting ready to welcome students back for the new school year.

Next week brings even more heat, with triple-digit temperatures likely. While the rain has stopped, flooding remains a concern along the Nueces and Frio Rivers; please avoid flooded roadways.

David Elder digs into scratch-made French toast at BOX ST. ALL DAY, fires up prime brisket and ribs at SOUTH BARBECUE, stops by HONEY’S CHICKEN JOINT for bone-in chicken and buttery biscuits, and visits KING WILLIAM WINE COMPANY for French cuisine and an exceptional wine selection.

San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) is asking the community to adopt or foster after the facility reached capacity. The shelter told KSAT it now has more than 550 animals filling every available kennel.

The weekend brings continued sunshine and rising temperatures, reaching the mid- to upper-90s, with no rain expected. Next week, the region will see typical late-July heat, with highs near or above 100°. Flooding persists along the Nueces and Frio Rivers, with Cotulla and downstream areas remaining at major flood stage through the weekend.

Following two recent large-scale animal seizure cases in San Antonio, animal advocates are reminding pet owners that free and low-cost spay and neuter services are available across the city.

David Elder cooks up fajitas and Summer car deals at CAVENDER GRANDE FORD, devours juicy smash burgers at NADC, and visits one of the most iconic donut shops in Texas: ROUND ROCK DONUTS.

The San Antonio River Authority is increasing its efforts to remove invasive apple snails from the San Antonio River, where the fast-reproducing species has threatened the river’s ecosystem and spread by the thousands.

Data centers remain a flashpoint around San Antonio after residents previously pushed back on projects planned for the far Northwest Side of Bexar County. Now, people in Guadalupe County are raising similar concerns, protesting what they say is a lack of transparency from county leaders as two data center projects move forward near their homes.

An animal rescue and wildlife rehab in Ingram is picking up the pieces after floodwaters tore through its property, destroying animal enclosures, washing away supplies and leaving behind extensive damage.

Renovations are coming to Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston after thousands of medical students living in dorms were relocated.

As temperatures soar across Texas this week and the state’s power grid faced back-to-back peak demand days, the leaders of CPS Energy and ERCOT sat down with KSAT 12 News to address prominent questions on the minds of San Antonians.

KSAT has been reporting on a transplant pair for years now, and this week marks five years since University Health's Transplant Institute director gave her kidney to a complete stranger. Now, he's a close friend, and the two are spreading awareness about living donors.

Volunteers and business owners across Kerr County are cleaning up after last week’s floods, while many residents wait for state and federal aid.

San Antonio is expected to reach its first 100-degree day of 2026, with heat advisories across Texas and high humidity making conditions feel even hotter. Tropical Storm Bertha is weakening as it approaches the Louisiana coast and is expected to have minimal impact as it dissipates by Friday. Flooding continues along the Nueces and Frio Rivers, especially in Cotulla, where major flood stages persist. Local lakes and aquifers are at their highest levels in four years, with Choke Canyon and Lake Corpus Christi anticipated to rise soon from recent floodwaters.

The former president of the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has avoided jail time after pleading no contest to a charge that she financially abused her elderly mother.

Approximately 5,200 enlisted medical students living in dorms at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston are being relocated due to what officials describe as “climate control systems and foundational defects” in the buildings.

A powerful new independent film is bringing an important conversation about mental health to the big screen.

San Antonio Water System is putting money back in residents’ pockets — but only if they’re willing to make some water-saving changes at home.

Tropical Storm Bertha, now with 60 mph winds, will impact Louisiana but is expected to weaken and bring only minimal rain to Texas, while San Antonio faces its first triple-digit temperatures of the year.

After a deadly shooting inside a Comal ISD high school left a teacher wounded and a student dead, one parent says their search for answers about school safety has been met with a price tag he can’t afford.

Temperatures are forecast to rise to near 100 this week, while we watch what unfolds with a tropical system in the Gulf. At this time, we believe impacts to South Texas will be minimal.

A San Antonio police officer found passed out in the parking lot of a far West Side bar late last year served a 30-day suspension this summer, discipline records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.

David Elder digs into scratch-made French toast at BOX ST. ALL DAY and fires up prime brisket, ribs, and homemade beans at SOUTH BARBECUE.

The stretch of Interstate 35 near O’Connor Road has more crashes than any other portion of the highway in San Antonio, according to Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) crash data from 2025.