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TONIGHT at 5:30, join host Randy Beamer as he breaks down the two county propositions and state constitutional amendments that will go before voters on November 4th. Watch on-air (channel 9) and on demand at www.klrn.org. Special thanks to the League of Women Voters of San Antonio Area . You can visit www.vote411.org for personalized, nonpartisan voter info ahead of the upcoming November election.

This week on ¡SALUD!, hosts Melanie Mendez-Gonzales and Jessie Degollado meet three Latinas who are leading the way in civil service, journalism, and communication strategy.  With 24 years of service in the San Antonio Fire Department, Valerie Frausto was appointed to Fire Chief in 2024 - becoming the first woman to lead the department. We hear more about her journey from Firefighter to Fire Chief...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Bexar County Elections Administrator Michele Carew, about how the county is moving forward with a backlog of more than 50-thousand voter registration applications. Next, the city is looking at a strategic plan to increase business and tourism in the heart of the Riverwalk.  Marco Barros, Trustee with the Riverwalk Business Group, explains why...

On this episode, hosts Melanie Mendez-Gonzales and Jessie Degollado introduce us to three women who know how to lead. First, from dreaming to be an actress to a decades-long career on-camera, we learn how Ara Celi made her dream a reality and coined a legendary sign-off that's still going strong. Next, we meet Rachel Benavidez, VP of Strategy and Service Delivery for VIA Metropolitan Transit....

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we visit with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, who talks about the city’s recently-passed budget, public health, and her continued concerns about Project Marvel, including the ballot language that doesn’t disclose the $311-million dollar price tag. Next, we visit with documentary producer Brandon Seale about his project the Battle of Medina. We’ll hear about the s...

This week, On the Record with Randy Beamer, we talk rodeo with Cody Davenport, CEO of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.  He explains what Proposition A coming up in the county election means for the rodeo, the Freeman Coliseum, and the surrounding grounds. Next, Azalia Rodriguez, Researcher for Defenders of Wildlife shares her study on endangered species in waters of the Texas Hill country, an...

¡SALUD! host Melanie Mendez-Gonzales learns how unexpected niche interests led guests Maria Escamilla and Laura Barbarena down successful career paths. And host Jessie Degollado sits down with etiquette expert Diane Gottsman to examine how small details can make a big impact when it comes to doing business. Watch on-air and online at  klrn.org/salud . ¡SALUD! on KLRN is supported by  Texas Mutual...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, City Manager Erik Walsh offers details about the proposed budget for FY2026, including why and where cuts were made, and what departments will see additional funding. Then, an expert in nature based solutions for water pathways explains why the debris from the July 4th Hill Country floods should be used to shore up the banks and higher elevations of the h...

On this episode, we’re going to meet three incredible women who shine - one onstage, one in the courtroom, and one in the spotlight of mentoring. Comedian Michelle Cantu speaks out against sterotypes,champions women, and reminds us that sometimes not taking ourselves too seriously is part of the path to success. Next, County Judge Erica Peña has faced loss and challenges, but this proud Latina pro...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, We take a look at the new merger between UTSA and the UTHSC system with Dr. Jennifer Potter of UT San Antonio.  She shares what the merger means, and how it will benefit both the community and medical research. Next, we delve into a few of the more than 800 new laws that went into effect in Texas on September 1st with Quorum Report Editor Scott Braddock. ...

This week on On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk to Mayor Jones about her plans moving forward for the proposed Spurs arena. She shares her concerns, and why she wants to see an independent economic impact study done. She is also pushing for residents to vote on the issue. Next, Randy talks with the city’s new Chief Housing Officer for the Homeless Services and Strategy Department, Mark Carmo...

This week, On The Record with Randy Beamer gets the scoop on the Texas Legislative special session and the walk-out Democrats from State Senator Roland Gutierrez, (D) Dist. 19. He shares his thoughts on what the walk out really accomplished for the party. Next, meet the new President and CEO of the city’s largest job-generating organization, greater:SATX, Sarah Carabias Rush. She talks about their...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we’re talking with State Rep Dist. 123 Diego Bernal from Illinois about the Democrats fleeing the state to break quorum over Republican’s redistricting plans.  He explains the real dangers they are facing, and why he and other Democrats feel they are doing the right thing. Then, Randy talks with former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff about his new book “T...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we meet newly-elected District 6 councilman Ric Galvan, who shares his story, and his priorities for his district.  Next, San Antonio International Airport Director JesusSaenz discusses the latest information from SAT – the newer, faster TSA check-in for military members, and the new grant received from the Federal Aviation Commission. On Reporter’s Round...

Tonight at 7PM, On The Record host Randy Beamer sits down with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones to discuss her first months in office, her priorities, & how she's settling into City Hall. Plus, San Antonio Current Editor-In-Chief Sanford Nowlin shares reporting on Ken Paxton's divorce and his eroding support among state GOP leaders. Catch On The Record with Randy Beamer on-air (channel 9) and on...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we hear how local reporters are dealing with their jobs as they report from the hill country flooding tragedy.  Randy talks to KSAT 12 anchor/reporter Myra Arthur about her coverage of the disaster, including dealing with families who have lost loved ones to hearing the responses from both the Governor and the President at the press conferences. Next, how...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country about his agency’s effort to coordinate help for victims of the Kerrville floods.    Then, we talk with Express-News Meteorologist Anthony Franze about how the flooding happened, and how the unique weather pattern caused the Mesoscale Convective Vortex responsible for t...

This week, On The Record with Randy Beamer: Jeff Webster, president of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, shares thoughts on U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to consolidate military commands, and what the local economic impact could be. Next, San Antonio City Councilwoman Misty Spears explains why she wants to “get back to basics”. Also, hear from Spurs owner Peter J. Holt and...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, it’s a meet and greet with new city council Rep. Edward Mungia from District 4. He talks about growing up on the southside, and what his priorities are for his district as he enters his first term. Next, TX House Representative Diego Bernal shares his thoughts on the legislative session, the governor’s last-minute vetoes, and what he expects from the upco...

On this episode of On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks about tourism with the new President and CEO of Visit San Antonio, Mario Bass. What are his plans to building tourism back to pre-pandemic levels? Next, we look at bills that were introduced during this past legislature in Texas to slow down the growth of the solar energy- several pushed by the oil and gas industry supporters. Mark Stover,...

This week On The Record, Randy Beamer recaps local elections and the 2025 Texas Legislature. Former Mayor Henry Cisneros shares his thoughts on new Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, and how she might lead the city.   Then, San Antonio Report’s politics & government reporter Andrea Drusch breaks down the council runoffs and explains why some of the new council members are starting with good city hall exp...

The Honorable Henry Cisneros, former Mayor of San Antonio, sits down one last time with the final Mayoral candidates, Gina Ortiz Jones and Rolando Pablos. Voters will have one last chance to hear each candidate's vision for our unique city before the June 7th runoff election. Early voting runs from May 27 - June 3.

On this Week’s On The Record with Randy Beamer, we hear from District 7 Council Rep Marina Alderete Gavito on why she has filed CCR’s to help improve communication between city departments during construction projects. Gavito says her plan will help streamline and speed up these projects. Next, how are tariffs affecting San Antonio? Katie Ferrier, VP of Public Policy with the Greater San Antonio C...

KLRN News Anchor Liz Ruiz hosts this edition of the San Antonio Files, talking to Ernest J. Martinez, son of San Antonio Chicano activist Jaime Martinez.  Ernest talks about his father’s connection and friendship with Labor leader Cesar Chavez, and shares a clip of rarely seen video footage of Chavez’s 1979 visit to San Antonio. The San Antonio Files shines a light on people who make our community...

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we hear all about Arboretum San Antonio!  Randy is joined by Arboretum President/CEO Adriana Quinones, who shares the final master plan, what it will look like, and why visitors might be surprised by some of the features that will be at the new southside showplace. Then, Cat Hernandez, Director of the city’s transportation department, explains what the ne...