Alicia Neaves

1 week ago | kens5.com | Alicia Neaves

BOERNE, Texas — For many, Memorial Day is a time of reflection. For Chef Mark Sierra, it’s a call to action—one rooted in service, sacrifice, and a profound sense of honor. Sierra, a U.S. Army veteran and owner of Compadres Hill Country Cocina in Boerne, first came into the spotlight in 2021 for serving up Tex-Mex barbecue with a side of patriotism. But this Memorial Day, the former soldier-turned-chef shifted his focus to something deeper: a tribute to a local Gold Star family.

1 week ago | kens5.com | Alicia Neaves

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2 weeks ago | kens5.com | Alicia Neaves

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — What should be a short drive is turning into a daily nightmare for residents on San Antonio’s far west side, where a three-mile commute can stretch to nearly an hour. The worsening gridlock along Wiseman Boulevard is not only disrupting daily life but also posing serious safety concerns. Emergency vehicles are reportedly being forced into oncoming traffic just to respond to calls. Residents say they’re at a breaking point.

2 weeks ago | kens5.com | Alicia Neaves

SAN ANTONIO — A high school senior is marching into the future—snare drum in hand and Marine blues on the horizon. Dominic Ramirez, a passionate percussionist and graduating senior at Harlandale High School, has enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and earned a spot in the highly competitive Marine Band—an elite unit known for its musical excellence and rigorous audition process. “Official last day,” Ramirez said on his final afternoon of high school Wednesday.

3 weeks ago | kens5.com | Alicia Neaves

SAN ANTONIO — Frustration is boiling over in San Antonio, as residents and small business owners voice mounting concerns over stalled construction projects, safety hazards and poor communication from the city’s Public Works Department. Now, city councilmembers are stepping in. Following complaints of delays, miscommunication, and what some describe as “broken promises,” Councilmembers Marina Alderete Gavito, Dr. Sukh Kaur, and Teri Castillo are requesting an independent review of the department.