Former SA mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses new memoir he calls a ālove letterā to the Alamo City
Read full article: Former SA mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses new memoir he calls a ālove letterā to the Alamo CityFormer San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg is among the featured authors at Saturdayās San Antonio Book Festival.
Pickup Lines: Former San Antonio mayor opens up about new memoir, public service and future plans
Read full article: Pickup Lines: Former San Antonio mayor opens up about new memoir, public service and future plansThe latest episode of Pickup Lines features former San Antonio mayor and author Ron Nirenberg.
Results for key races to watch in March 2026 primary election
Read full article: Results for key races to watch in March 2026 primary electionTuesdayās midterm elections may not be as headline-grabbing as the presidential election every four years, but the results of this election will have a major impact in the nationās capital.
All election results for the San Antonio area and Texas for March 3, 2026, Democrat and Republican primaries
Read full article: All election results for the San Antonio area and Texas for March 3, 2026, Democrat and Republican primariesLive updates from San Antonio-area and Texas-wide races, including Atascosa, Bandera, Comal, Dimmit, Frio, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, La Salle, Maverick, Medina, Uvalde, Val Verde and Zavala Counties
Bexar County Judge: Peter Sakai, Ron Nirenberg face off for Democratic nomination in March 2026 primary
Read full article: Bexar County Judge: Peter Sakai, Ron Nirenberg face off for Democratic nomination in March 2026 primaryThe race for the Democratic nomination to lead county government has come down to Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai and former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg.
Sakai, Nirenberg tout experience in faceoff for Bexar County Judge
Read full article: Sakai, Nirenberg tout experience in faceoff for Bexar County JudgeIn left-leaning Bexar County, the race for county judge is primarily focused on the Democratic primary, a two-way race between the contemporaries turned rivals.
5 key races weāre watching in the Texas primary election around San Antonio
Read full article: 5 key races weāre watching in the Texas primary election around San AntonioTuesdayās midterm elections may not be as headline-grabbing as the presidential election every four years, but the results of this election will have a major impact in the nationās capital.
Colleagues turned rivals: Sakai and Nirenberg spar in chilly candidate forum
Read full article: Colleagues turned rivals: Sakai and Nirenberg spar in chilly candidate forumThe ātwo good, strong Democrats,ā as Sakai described Nirenberg and himself, sparred for close to an hour in their most high-profile debate or forum so far.
Metro SA Chamber hosts Bexar County Judge Democratic Candidate Forum with Peter Sakai, Ron Nirenberg
Read full article: Metro SA Chamber hosts Bexar County Judge Democratic Candidate Forum with Peter Sakai, Ron NirenbergThe Metro SA Chamber will host a forum on Friday morning for Democrats running for Bexar County judge in the March primary.
KSAT 12 recognized as Hunger Fighter of Year 2025 for Gift of Voice
Read full article: KSAT 12 recognized as Hunger Fighter of Year 2025 for Gift of VoiceKSAT was honored as the Hunger Fighter of the Year 2025 for the Gift of Voice at the 27th annual Harvest of Hope gala hosted by the San Antonio Food Bank.
A gavel but no robes: Understanding the role of the Bexar County judge
Read full article: A gavel but no robes: Understanding the role of the Bexar County judgeWith a showdown shaping up between incumbent Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai and former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, the county judgeās seat is in a spotlight it doesnāt normally hold.
Pickup Lines: Former SA First Lady Erika Prosper Nirenberg on surviving and thriving
Read full article: Pickup Lines: Former SA First Lady Erika Prosper Nirenberg on surviving and thrivingThe latest Pickup Lines segment features San Antonioās former First Lady Erika Prosper Nirenberg. She has never met her father and grew up picking onions in the South Texas heat before earning several college degrees and meeting the future mayor of San Antonio.
Former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg files campaign paperwork for Bexar County judge, records show
Read full article: Former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg files campaign paperwork for Bexar County judge, records showFormer San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg has filed campaign paperwork to run for Bexar County judge, records show.
District 8 Councilwoman Ivalis Meza Gonzalez talks about her goals, coming back from DWI arrest
Read full article: District 8 Councilwoman Ivalis Meza Gonzalez talks about her goals, coming back from DWI arrestOn this weekās āConnect with the Council,ā KSATās Ernie Zuniga visited Denman Estate Park to chat with District 8 Councilwoman Ivalis Meza Gonzalez.
Indigenous Peoples Day post revives debate over how the Alamoās history should be told
Read full article: Indigenous Peoples Day post revives debate over how the Alamoās history should be toldThe post from the official Alamo account was condemned by Republican Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, who said āwoke has no place at the Alamo.ā
Wastewater treatment facilities exist along the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone. What makes Guajolote Ranch different?
Read full article: Wastewater treatment facilities exist along the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone. What makes Guajolote Ranch different?Concerns are mounting over a proposed wastewater treatment plant at the Guajolote Ranch development in northwest Bexar County.
Bexar County commissioner emphasizes local decision-making on Guajolote Ranch wastewater permit
Read full article: Bexar County commissioner emphasizes local decision-making on Guajolote Ranch wastewater permitBexar County leaders are voicing concerns on the controversial Guajolote Ranch development proposed for northwest Bexar County.
Unprecedented security measures for Mayor Jones as SAPD officers ordered to guard her home overnight
Read full article: Unprecedented security measures for Mayor Jones as SAPD officers ordered to guard her home overnightEarlier this summer, San Antonio police officers began to provide Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones after-hours security at her home, records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.
Former Mayor Nirenberg says local leaders have moral obligation to stop Guajolote Ranch development
Read full article: Former Mayor Nirenberg says local leaders have moral obligation to stop Guajolote Ranch developmentFormer San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg says the city can stop the Guajolote Ranch plan ā and heās not mincing words about the project.
Former Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena funding, future in San Antonio amid negotiations
Read full article: Former Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena funding, future in San Antonio amid negotiationsFormer San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg shared his perspective on the ongoing negotiations between the Spurs and the city regarding funding for the new arena.
KSAT Q&A: Ron Nirenberg bids farewell as San Antonio mayor
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Ron Nirenberg bids farewell as San Antonio mayorRon Nirenberg made his final appearance as San Antonio mayor on the 6 OāClock News during the KSAT Q&A segment, expressing a mix of emotions as his term comes to a close in less than 24 hours.
San Antonio, Bexar County issue joint disaster declaration after deadly floods
Read full article: San Antonio, Bexar County issue joint disaster declaration after deadly floodsIn response to the deadly June 12 floods, the City of San Antonio and Bexar County have issued a joint disaster declaration, according to a news release.
Inauguration ceremony in San Antonio highlights new leadership with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, City Council members
Read full article: Inauguration ceremony in San Antonio highlights new leadership with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, City Council membersThe City of San Antonio hosted an inauguration ceremony on Wednesday for the new mayor and city council, who have already been sworn in.
Ron Nirenberg talks pandemic, job training and Spurs after eight years as San Antonioās mayor
Read full article: Ron Nirenberg talks pandemic, job training and Spurs after eight years as San Antonioās mayorThe mayor met KSAT at the Tower of the Americas on June 13 to discuss the past eight years and the projects heās handing off to a new city council, including the controversial Project Marvel.
Law enforcement, local leaders say āthank youā to community after āNo Kingsā demonstrations
Read full article: Law enforcement, local leaders say āthank youā to community after āNo Kingsā demonstrationsAfter thousands gathered in downtown San Antonio on Saturday during the āNo Kingsā demonstrations against the Trump administration, law enforcement and Mayor Ron Nirenberg thanked the community for their peaceful turnout.
SAPD, San Antonio officials outline safety protocols ahead of planned ICE protests
Read full article: SAPD, San Antonio officials outline safety protocols ahead of planned ICE protestsSan Antonio officials will hold a press conference ahead of planned protests against nationwide U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detentions.
Texas National Guard deployed to San Antonio ahead of planned ICE protests
Read full article: Texas National Guard deployed to San Antonio ahead of planned ICE protestsMembers of the Texas National Guard have been deployed to San Antonio in anticipation of protests this week in the city as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officers continue to conduct raids.
City of San Antonio delays release of expenses council members made leading up to Final Four games
Read full article: City of San Antonio delays release of expenses council members made leading up to Final Four gamesNearly two months after KSAT Investigates requested city credit card records for all 10 members of San Antonio City Council, Mayor Ron Nirenberg and City Manager Erik Walsh, the city has yet to provide those documents.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg praises ātransformativeā progress in farewell address
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg praises ātransformativeā progress in farewell addressAfter eight years in office, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg officially said goodbye on Monday afternoon.
What happened in the San Antonio mayor, City Council runoff election on June 7, 2025
Read full article: What happened in the San Antonio mayor, City Council runoff election on June 7, 2025San Antonio, meet your next mayor. Gina Ortiz Jones defeated Rolando Pablos with 54.3% of the vote in the June 7 runoff for San Antonioās top spot.
What we know about Project Marvel, the plan for a new Spurs arena and entertainment district in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: What we know about Project Marvel, the plan for a new Spurs arena and entertainment district in downtown San AntonioSince the City of San Antonioās plans to reshape downtown became public knowledge, some questions Ā ā such as 'What would be new?ā and āWhat would be renewed?ā ā have been answered. Other questions ā such as āHow will it be paid for?ā Ā ā remain unclear.
All runoff election results for San Antonio mayor, city council on June 7, 2025
Read full article: All runoff election results for San Antonio mayor, city council on June 7, 2025In the June 7 runoff election, several candidates are competing to secure open seats on the San Antonio City Council, as well as the mayoral position.
City considers asking residents to approve $220-250 million bond for infrastructure around proposed Spurs arena
Read full article: City considers asking residents to approve $220-250 million bond for infrastructure around proposed Spurs arenaThe San Antonio City Council was briefed Wednesday on the latest developments on a sports and entertainment district.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses ICE arrests, mayoral race spending and financing for Project Marvel
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses ICE arrests, mayoral race spending and financing for Project MarvelSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined KSATās 6 OāClock News on Tuesday to discuss a number of topics.
PREVIEW: San Antonioās next mayor will be Gina Ortiz Jones or Rolando Pablos decided in June 7 runoff election
Read full article: PREVIEW: San Antonioās next mayor will be Gina Ortiz Jones or Rolando Pablos decided in June 7 runoff electionAfter outlasting 25 other candidates, former Texas Secretary of State Rolando Pablos and former Under Secretary of the United States Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones will appear on the ballot for San Antonio Mayor on June 7.
Ron Nirenberg says he wonāt make an official endorsement in San Antonio mayorās race
Read full article: Ron Nirenberg says he wonāt make an official endorsement in San Antonio mayorās raceSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg said he wonāt make an official endorsement in the cityās mayoral election during KSATās 6 OāClock News on Tuesday evening.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses mayoral race endorsement, Guajolote Ranch project and more
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses mayoral race endorsement, Guajolote Ranch project and moreSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on the 6 OāClock News on Tuesday to discuss several pressing topics, including the upcoming mayoral race.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses his new role, San Antonio mayoral candidates
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses his new role, San Antonio mayoral candidatesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined KSATās 6 OāClock News on Tuesday night to discuss his new position at Trinity University and the mayoral runoff candidates.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg to make move from City Hall to Trinity University professor
Read full article: Mayor Ron Nirenberg to make move from City Hall to Trinity University professorMayor Ron Nirenberg will take on a new role at his alma mater, Trinity University, following his term as mayor of San Antonio.
San Antonio mayoral candidates address runoff campaigning amid transparency concerns
Read full article: San Antonio mayoral candidates address runoff campaigning amid transparency concernsFive races across San Antonio will have runoff elections, including the highly anticipated race to succeed Ron Nirenberg as mayor.
Results for San Antonio Mayor, City Council election races on May 3, 2025
Read full article: Results for San Antonio Mayor, City Council election races on May 3, 2025As Ron Nirenbergās term as San Antonio mayor comes to a close, 27 candidates are vying to succeed him in what has become a competitive race.
āA pathetic turnoutā: Just 6% of registered voters cast an early ballot in Bexar County
Read full article: āA pathetic turnoutā: Just 6% of registered voters cast an early ballot in Bexar CountyIn the 2025 municipal election in Bexar County, only 5.8% of registered voters participated in early voting, overshadowed by events like Fiesta and confusion from a crowded ballot featuring 27 mayoral candidates.
SAN ANTONIO MAYORāS RACE: Who is running for the cityās top job in May 3 election
Read full article: SAN ANTONIO MAYORāS RACE: Who is running for the cityās top job in May 3 electionSan Antonians will elect a new mayor and vote in all 10 city council seats in the May 3 election. And a whopping 27 people have set their sights on the job.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses his final State of the City address
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses his final State of the City addressFollowing his last State of the City address, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined KSATās 6 OāClock News on Tuesday night.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg talks about passing the baton in final State of the City
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg talks about passing the baton in final State of the CityAs Ron Nirenberg wraps up eight years as San Antonioās mayor, not all his plans will be able to wrap up within his tenure.
City of San Antonio holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for dozens of newly built East Side homes
Read full article: City of San Antonio holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for dozens of newly built East Side homesThe City of San Antonio unveiled 41 new affordable homes for seniors ages 55 and older who have experienced homelessness for more than a year or have a disability.
City Council District 5 to host AlazƔn Creek cleanup event
Read full article: City Council District 5 to host AlazĆ”n Creek cleanup eventThe cleanups are part of a monthly venture from the San Antonio River Foundation and partners focusing on different waterways throughout the cityās 10 council districts.
City of San Antonio, Bexar County unite with the Spurs to sign MOU for downtown sports and entertainment district
Read full article: City of San Antonio, Bexar County unite with the Spurs to sign MOU for downtown sports and entertainment districtThe City of San Antonio, Bexar County and the Spurs signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Friday, taking an important step toward a new Spurs arena and a sports and entertainment district downtown, according to a press release.
Texas leaders weigh the impact of US President Donald Trumpās newly announced tariffs
Read full article: Texas leaders weigh the impact of US President Donald Trumpās newly announced tariffsAfter years of inflation, supply chain challenges and high interest rates, new tariffs announced Wednesday by President Donald Trump could push prices even higher for consumers.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible Alamodome upgrades
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible Alamodome upgradesAs downtown San Antonio prepares to host the 2025 NCAA Menās Final Four, Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined Wednesdayās GMSA+ on KSAT Plus to discuss the cityās plans for possible upgrades to the Alamodome.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg says impact on tariffs will āhurt American familiesā
Read full article: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg says impact on tariffs will āhurt American familiesāSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg met with mayors from across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada in Washington, D.C., on Friday to discuss the local impact of President Donald Trumpās tariffs.
āWeāve worked so hard to keep up with itā: Quintana Road memorial for 53 migrants vandalized
Read full article: āWeāve worked so hard to keep up with itā: Quintana Road memorial for 53 migrants vandalizedA memorial honoring the 53 migrants who were killed in a 2022 smuggling tragedy along Quintana Road was vandalized, according to San Antonio police.
āItās tragicā: Officials seek answers after vandalism of Quintana Road memorial honoring 53 migrants
Read full article: āItās tragicā: Officials seek answers after vandalism of Quintana Road memorial honoring 53 migrantsOfficials are seeking answers after a memorial honoring the 53 migrants who were killed in a 2022 smuggling tragedy along Quintana Road was vandalized.
City of San Antonio announces completion of fourth affordable housing complex
Read full article: City of San Antonio announces completion of fourth affordable housing complexThe City of San Antonio announced a fourth apartment complex is completed as part of the 2022 Affordable Housing Bond, according to a press release.
Are city grants for San Antonio businesses affected by construction making a difference?
Read full article: Are city grants for San Antonio businesses affected by construction making a difference?Some San Antonio city officials wonder if a grant program is more about making the city feel better than it is about helping small businesses blocked in by lengthy city construction projects.
Hemisfair to hold ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Civic Park space
Read full article: Hemisfair to hold ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Civic Park spaceHemisfair is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new section of Civic Park that will feature gathering spaces and a walkway connecting Hemisfair to downtown.
San Antonio mayor, council members call on city to find jobs for fired federal workers
Read full article: San Antonio mayor, council members call on city to find jobs for fired federal workersMayor Ron Nirenberg and council members are calling on the city government to help federal employees who were recently laid off under President Donald Trumpās administration.
Gina Ortiz Jones leads new polling, but most voters are still unsure in āwide openā San Antonio mayorās race
Read full article: Gina Ortiz Jones leads new polling, but most voters are still unsure in āwide openā San Antonio mayorās raceWhile a new poll suggests an early frontrunner for the next mayor of San Antonio, the same poll shows that far more voters are undecided or unfamiliar with the 27 candidates running to replace Ron Nirenberg.
āItās a big winā: San Antonio International Airport to debut first nonstop flight to nationās capital on Monday
Read full article: āItās a big winā: San Antonio International Airport to debut first nonstop flight to nationās capital on MondaySan Antonio International Airport is set to launch its first nonstop, seven-day-a-week commercial flight to Washington, D.C.
San Antonio, Arlington mayors urge state reps to oppose tariffs threatening Texas auto industry
Read full article: San Antonio, Arlington mayors urge state reps to oppose tariffs threatening Texas auto industrySan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Arlington Mayor Jim Ross wrote a joint letter to state representatives to express their concerns over the potential impact of looming tariffs on the Texas auto industry.
Local, federal officials celebrate San Antonioās first nonstop flight to Washington DC
Read full article: Local, federal officials celebrate San Antonioās first nonstop flight to Washington DCSan Antonio International Airport will commemorate the launch of its first nonstop flight to Washington, D.C., on Sunday.
City Council greenlights negotiations for billion-dollar sports and entertainment district in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: City Council greenlights negotiations for billion-dollar sports and entertainment district in downtown San AntonioCity Manager Erik Walsh received the green light to initiate negotiations with Bexar County and the San Antonio Spurs for the billion-dollar āProject Marvelā sports and entertainment district.
The San Antonio mayor and council races are set. Could the ballot order sway the outcome of a packed race?
Read full article: The San Antonio mayor and council races are set. Could the ballot order sway the outcome of a packed race?The ballot order for San Antonioās May 3 election is set, including for the packed crowd of mayoral candidates.
āYou can live without fearā: local leaders host immigration town hall to address community concerns
Read full article: āYou can live without fearā: local leaders host immigration town hall to address community concernsLocal officials and religious leaders came together Monday evening for an immigration town hall aimed at informing the public and reducing fear in the community.
Northwest Bexar County residents oppose wastewater permit over drinking water concerns
Read full article: Northwest Bexar County residents oppose wastewater permit over drinking water concernsLocal leaders and northwest Bexar County residents met on Sunday ahead of a legal proceeding over whether or not a company should get a wastewater permit for a project just outside Helotes.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio mayor discusses sister city agreement with QuerƩtaro, upcoming mayoral election and more
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio mayor discusses sister city agreement with QuerĆ©taro, upcoming mayoral election and moreSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on the 6 OāClock News to discuss the newly announced sister city agreement with QuerĆ©taro.
Toyota announces $6.5 million grant investment in East Central ISD
Read full article: Toyota announces $6.5 million grant investment in East Central ISDMonths after announcing a nine-figure investment in its San Antonio plant, Toyota said Monday it will make a seven-figure investment for educational and family programs at East Central Independent School District.
World Heritage Center opens to the public in the heart of the South Side
Read full article: World Heritage Center opens to the public in the heart of the South SideA place to learn about the stories of the people who lived in the area over time, particularly those who are Mission descendants, is the purpose of the new World Heritage Center, which had a grand opening Friday.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses Migrant Resource Center, tariffs, Gov Abbottās State of the State address and more
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses Migrant Resource Center, tariffs, Gov Abbottās State of the State address and moreSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the 6 OāClock News for KSAT Q&A.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses President Trumpās efforts to pause federal funding
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses President Trumpās efforts to pause federal fundingSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss President Donald Trumpās efforts to freeze federal funding.
Funding freeze impact on San Antonio: Mayor, city manager seek answers on federal order
Read full article: Funding freeze impact on San Antonio: Mayor, city manager seek answers on federal orderThe City of San Antonio is seeking answers from the U.S. government following President Donald Trumpās suspension of federal funding, a move subsequently halted by a federal judge.
San Antonio mayor scraps France trip amid Trump order uncertainty
Read full article: San Antonio mayor scraps France trip amid Trump order uncertaintyOne day after Donald Trump was inaugurated and signed dozens of executive orders, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg revealed some of those orders forced him to cancel an economic development trip to France.
KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses the impact of President Trumpās executive orders
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: San Antonio Mayor discusses the impact of President Trumpās executive ordersSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg appeared on KSAT Q&A to discuss numerous topics, including U.S. President Donald Trumpās recent executive orders.
Crowded and costly San Antonio mayorās race to begin as filing period opens Wednesday
Read full article: Crowded and costly San Antonio mayorās race to begin as filing period opens WednesdayThe stakes are higher for the May 3 election, with four-year terms instead of two, and larger salaries approved by voters. It will also be the first mayor's race without an incumbent since 2009.
DreamWeek kicks off Friday morning in San Antonio
Read full article: DreamWeek kicks off Friday morning in San AntonioDreamWeek, the annual 16 day event in San Antonio, kicked off on Friday morning with remarks from its founder and Mayor Ron Nirenberg. Click here for a look at some events you can attend.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena, tariffs
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Spurs arena, tariffsSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined KSAT Q&A to discuss the Spurs arena after a closed-door meeting on Tuesday discussed on a possible tax vote for the downtown arena.