Know My Neighborhood
Our newsroom is dedicated to listening to members of our community and letting them set the agenda for our coverage. That’s exactly what KSAT is doing with every monthly episode of our “Know My Neighborhood.”
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Thompson neighborhood is ‘Standing Together’
Read full article: 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.
Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’
Read full article: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’In this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores the Scenic Loop and Helotes Creek neighborhood and speaks with locals who are “Concerned Over Conservation.”
Downtown, Life As A Local
Read full article: Downtown, Life As A LocalThe 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, Getting Involved
Read full article: 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, Dealing With Differences
Read full article: Shearer Hills Ridgeview, Dealing With DifferencesIn 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.
Country, but Convenient: Oakland Estates residents embrace nature, resist urban growth
Read full article: Country, but Convenient: Oakland Estates residents embrace nature, resist urban growthOakland Estates is named for the numerous oak trees that line this area, which sits along Huebner Road, not far from the Medical Center, Interstate 10 and Babcock Road.
In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with nature
Read full article: In Oakland Estates, residents celebrate their connection with natureIn Oakland Estates, there’s room to breathe. Not just for the residents but for the wildlife, too. That might explain why you’ll find so many animals roaming the neighborhood.
Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plans
Read full article: Community concerns rise over Oakland Estates drainage project plansResidents of Oakland Estates have long been vocal about issues affecting their community. What they did not anticipate was a shift in focus to a new and pressing matter: a large-scale drainage project in the area.
Oakland Estates' melting pot of faiths creates home away from home for families
Read full article: Oakland Estates' melting pot of faiths creates home away from home for familiesThe Oakland Estates community is made up of several different cultures which means, its diverse nature goes beyond people. This cut-out of the city is made up of a variety of faiths.
History of Oakland Estates has ties to Battle of Bexar
Read full article: History of Oakland Estates has ties to Battle of BexarThe history of the Oakland Estates neighborhood can be traced back to a land grant awarded to a man who fought in the Battle of Bexar to defend San Antonio and force Mexican forces to retreat.
Oakland Estates residents resist city sprawl, fight for ‘country with convenience’
Read full article: Oakland Estates residents resist city sprawl, fight for ‘country with convenience’Oakland Estates is named for the numerous oak trees that line this area, which sits along Huebner Road, not far from the Medical Center, Interstate 10 and Babcock Road.
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.
Know My Neighborhood: San Antonio’s Thompson neighborhood is ‘Standing Together’
Read full article: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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 said they are fed up with this smelly and unsightly situation, but city officials said enforcing local illegal dumping laws has been a struggle.
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.
Neighbors on South Side worried about pack of roaming dogs
Read full article: Neighbors on South Side worried about pack of roaming dogsA pack of dogs is on the loose in a South Side neighborhood, and neighbors are concerned. Those who live in the area say the dogs have been an issue for nearly two months.
Business owners near Migrant Resource Center notice sharp drop in migrants
Read full article: Business owners near Migrant Resource Center notice sharp drop in migrantsOutside the Migrant Resource Center, the parking lot is pretty deserted. It’s a drastic change from a few months ago, where hundreds of migrants waited to get in.
Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’In this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores the Scenic Loop and Helotes Creek neighborhood and speaks with locals who are “Concerned Over Conservation.”
FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’
Read full article: FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’This latest “Know My Neighborhood” features the largest neighborhood by square mile in the San Antonio area. The Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek neighborhood is “Concerned Over Conservation.”
‘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.
Scenic Loop Helotes Creek Alliance: Preserving green space while balancing growth
Read full article: Scenic Loop Helotes Creek Alliance: Preserving green space while balancing growthThe largest neighborhood by square mile in the San Antonio area is the subject of this latest “Know My Neighborhood.”
TRAILER: Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’
Read full article: TRAILER: Know My Neighborhood: Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek is ‘Concerned Over Conservation’This latest “Know My Neighborhood” features the largest neighborhood by square mile in the San Antonio area. The Scenic Loop/Helotes Creek neighborhood is “Concerned Over Conservation.”
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.
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.
‘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.
FULL VIDEO: Know My Neighborhood: Downtown, Life as a Local
Read full article: FULL VIDEO: Know My Neighborhood: Downtown, Life as a LocalThe 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? We talk to those who live and work in the downtown neighborhood; they call themselves “Urbanistas.” In this edition of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores life as a local, from those who call downtown home.
Know My Neighborhood: Exploring ‘Life As A Local’ in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: Exploring ‘Life As A Local’ in downtown San AntonioThe 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.
‘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.
TRAILER: Know My Neighborhood: Downtown, Life As A Local
Read full article: TRAILER: Know My Neighborhood: Downtown, Life As A LocalThe 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.
Results of Bexar County Commissioner Precinct 1 race could impact proposed county park after runoffs
Read full article: Results of Bexar County Commissioner Precinct 1 race could impact proposed county park after runoffsThe Northwest Side community remains divided over a proposed county park. But the project could change after the Bexar County Commissioner Precinct 1 runoff election.
FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Dignowity Hill, Preservation vs. Progress
Read full article: FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Dignowity Hill, Preservation vs. ProgressDignowity Hill has history on almost every corner. This edition of “Know My Neighborhood” explores the push and pull of preservation versus progress, the heart of the neighborhood in transition and the struggle for the community to define itself.
FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Harlandale-McCollum, Coming Together
Read full article: FULL EPISODE: Know My Neighborhood: Harlandale-McCollum, Coming TogetherIn this Know My Neighborhood episode, we talk about the growth at Brooks and other areas on San Antonio’s South Side that seemed to have passed the Harlandale-McCollum area by. The families in this neighborhood respect the culture of the city. Yet, many are concerned that if they don’t attract more businesses here, more schools could close, possibly even the two schools that bear the neighborhood’s name. This episode of Know My Neighborhood looks into this special neighborhood where past and present come together with some fear about 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.
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.