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This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Bexar County Budget Manager David Smith about the concerns he has with the new county budget- and the decreasing amount of money going into the general budget fund.Then, VIA Metro Transit, President & CEO Jon Gary Herrera tells us the latest on the construction of VIA’s new Green Line Rapid Transit.On Reporter’s Roundtable, The San Antonio Business Journal’s Editor-in-Chief, Ed Arnold, discusses the latest business news around the development on the west side of downtown.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

KLRN presents the new Business of Business- San Antonio series, hosted by the Honorable Henry Cisneros.  Our first show introduces viewers to San Antonio’s up and coming leaders, with two women who are taking charge in San Antonio through business, leadership, and community involvement.The Business of Business: San Antonio is supported by Texas Mutual.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, Police Chief William McManus discusses his upcoming retirement and weighs in on the current state of policing.Next, Texas State Board of Education member Marisa Perez-Diaz shares her thoughts on the boards recent efforts to require Bible passages for studies in public schools.Trish DeBerry, President and CEO of Centro, explains Centro’s new program, “Trees Everywhere” that will plant one thousand new trees downtown over the next 10 years.And on Reporter’s Roundtable, we’re joined by Sanford Nowlin, Editor-in-Chief of the SA Current, talking about campaign finance discrepancies in Ted Cruz’s latest filing, as well as the Senator’s push to keep carmakers from doing away with AM radio in new vehicles.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, Randy is joined by District 9 City Council Rep Misty Spears, who discusses her recent trips representing San Antonio to Washington, D.C. and Taiwan.  The trip to D.C. centered on bringing more military missions to San Antonio, and the trip to Taiwan was to help bring Taiwanese manufacturing jobs here.Next, the new CEO of the Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation, Melissa Robinson, fills us in on the latest developments and renovations at the city’s downtown urban park.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Xochilt Garcia, Education Reporter for the SA Report, shares details on her recent stories on state school vouchers mainly going to people whose children are already in private school, and how the city’s biggest school district is not spending bond money to renovate schools as promised because of declining enrollment.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones about her effort to have the San Antonio Spurs help pay for downtown policing as a part of the Project Marvel development.  She also shares the results of her economic trips to Taiwan and D.C.Louis Vetter, President of the San Antonio Conservation Society, tells us about their effort to see Caser Chavez Blvd returned to its former name, Durango.We hear about the latest on PBS funding from KLRN President and CEO Arthur Emerson regarding a district judge now blocking President Trump’s order to cancel PBS funding.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express News state reporter Chris Tomlinson discusses his recent column on the battle for water in Corpus Christi, and how the Governor and big oil companies are a huge part of the equation.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Dr. Shawn Bird, Deputy Superintendent for SAISD, about a new pay incentive for some of their teachers.   How will we preserve the culture and feel of downtown San Antonio as the building and growth associated with Project Marvel takes over?  Andi Rodriguez, VP of Cultural Placemaking for Centro San Antonio, joins Randy to talk about their efforts to keep small businesses and locals engaged in downtown.On Reporters Roundtable, SA Report’s government reporter Andrea Drusch discusses her story on the renaming process for Cesar Chavez Boulevard downtown, and also local school board elections coming up.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

On the Season 9 Premiere of On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks with UTSA’s Dr. Jon Taylor, Chair of Political Science and Geography, about the post primary political landscape in Texas, and the races that could turn Texas blue. It’s going to be an exciting election season.Next, we hear from Dr. Antonio Caldwell, Assistant Director of the city’s Animal Care Services, about the increasing rates of live release for animals, which is a big improvement from years ago.And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Jasper Sundeen with San Antonio Report, tells us about the newly-opened Toyota Axle plant on the city’s south side.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales about his time in office, criticism that he was too lenient with criminals, the bond process and what his plans are when he leaves the office at the end of the year.On Reporter’s Roundtable, the SA Current’s Stephanie Koithan details her stories on the backlogged voter registration applications at election headquarters, and why there doesn’t seem to be a reasonable plan right now to get them processed before March primary.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we begin the New Year with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones to discuss what’s ahead for the city in 2026- including the local impact of Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”, the military, a potential bond, affordable housing, and other topics.Next, Zeph Capo, President of the Texas Chapter of the American Federation of Teachers, explains why the organization is suing the Texas Education Agency for investigating teacher’s social media posts that disagree with Governor Abbott’s political views on the late conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.  Capo explains what they are looking for with the lawsuit.And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Jasper Kenzo Sundeen, Business Reporter for the SA Report, joins Randy to discuss the latest lawsuit between the embattled SA Philharmonic and the Scottish Rite Cathedral, the venue they were supposed to play all their concerts in this year and moving forward.  What’s happened, and how it might be resolved.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

It’s our “Year in Review” this week on On The Record with Randy Beamer.  Joined by Sanford Nowlin, Editor-In-Chief for the San Antonio Current, and Andrea Drusch, Senior Politics Reporter for San Antonio Report, we look at the top stories in local news in 2025.  Among them: the Hill Country flooding, New Spurs Arena (Props A & B), a new Mayor, the UTSA/UT Health Science Center merger, the resignation of Alamo Trust CEO Kate Rogers, and the fight to save the creeks from Lennar Homes at Guajolote Ranch.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we hear from the Mayor about why she wants to see Municipal Elections moved from May to November.The controversial Guajolote Ranch development has changed course, as developer Lennar Homes now wants to build a MUD to support water and utilities for the thousands of new homes they want to build.  Randy Neumann, with the Scenic Loop- Helotes Creek Alliance, explain how this works and what they expect from this latest twist.Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert talks about the east side’s new Urban Farm and his hopes for the redevelopment of the Freeman Coliseum and Frost Bank Center.On Reporter’s Rountable, Megan Rodriguez with the Express News gives us more information about the effort to move city elections to November, and why the city is backing down on the required number of contracts with women and minority owned businesses.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

2025 has truly been a year of change and challenges forour city’s economy.  Yet, we are still seeing strong growth.  Much of that is due to the tremendous impact of the San Antonio to Austin mega region.  And there is every reason to expect this growth to continue. As we approach the year’s end, let’s review, and look at our own report card. How did San Antonio perform in the key sectors- jobs, medical research, tourism, real estate, supporting our downtown, and improvingour airport?In this show, we take a look with the leaders on thefront lines in those areas.Generous support for The Business of Business: San Antonio 2025 is provided by Texas Mutual.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we hear about the city’s new incentives for filmmakers and production companies.   City Council passed the measure last week, increasing incentives for companies that come to San Antonio to film and use local talent and crew.  Our guest is Krystal Jones, Director of the city’s Department of Arts and Culture.Then, how will the San Antonio Independent School District avoid TEA conservatorship?  We hear from Dr. Shawn Bird, SAISD Deputy Superintendent, the details on their “turnaround plan” to increase academic performance from the district’s schools.On Reporter’s Roundtable, SA Current’s Michael Karlis discusses why taxpayers need to be concerned about additional costs for the new Spurs Arena and Project Marvel. Plus, the list of candidates for the District Attorney race next year is growing- he’ll tell us the latest.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, details on the effort by District 6 City Councilman Ric Galvan to have the city begin discussing the growing data centers popping up on the far west side.  Galvan cites the massive amount of water usage and power needs of these centers, and wants the city to discuss the impacts these centers will have on our resources.Then, Ramon J. Vasquez, Exec. Director for the American Indians in Texas at the Spanish Colonial Missions, shares his thoughts on the recent social media post for Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples Day that led to the resignation of Alamo Trust CEO Kate Rogers. Vasquez also shares his concern over the lack of communication the Alamo Trust has with members of the Alamo Citizens Advisory Committee.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Andrea Drusch with the SA Report recaps the Tuesday election outcomes.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones about the impact of the government shutdown on San Antonio.  She also discusses her plans to negotiate with the Spurs if Proposition B should fail at the polls.Next, SAWS President and CEO Robert Puente explains why he says the TCEQ approval of the Guajolote Ranch wastewater permit for Lennar will not impact the Edwards Aquifer as much as people think.  He also talks about the proposed SAWS rate increase coming in 2026.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Molly Smith with the Express News talks about her story on how much money supporters of Propositions A & B have spent on trying to sway voters.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week, On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Randy Neumann, Chair of the Steering Committee for Scenic Loop-Helotes Creek Alliance, the group fighting homebuilder Lennar’s plans to dump wastewater into a pristine hill country creek. While the TCEQ this week ruled in favor of Lennar’s wastewater permit, Neumann explains why the fight is not over.Next, Pct, 3 County Commissioner Grant Moody joins Randy to talk about the elections department’s readiness for the November 4th election, and also the county’s involvement on the proposed “South Beach” project on the grounds of Ft. Sam Houston.Then we visit with Chris Maitre, CEO of the Brackenridge Park Conservancy, to get an update on the new park plans and the overall park renovations.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express-News Staff Writer Megan Rodriguez discusses her article on how the city plans to fight back against Governor Abbott’s order to remove the rainbow sidewalk downtown.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we’re looking at a new poll out from UT San Antonio’s Center for Public Opinion Research on whether voters support the county Propositions on the November Ballot. Director Bryan Gervais explains how this polling could be indicative of the outcome of the vote.Next, Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai outlines the two upcoming ballot propositions, what they mean, and how the taxing structure will work.We talk with Maria Perez-Diaz, the local representative on the State Board of Education, about concerns over a newly-appointed social studies content advisor, David Barton. She explains why he is not the best fit for the job, and why the state board needs to take a different path.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express News Reporter Scott Huddleston talks with Randy about two recent stories he covered on the Alamo – the retraction of a post the General Land Office considered too “woke’, and a plan to have public school students help raise money through fundraising for the Texas Shrine.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

On this edition of the SA Files, host Ed Arnold, Editor-In-Chief of the San Antonio Business Journal, talks with civic and political leader Henry Cisneros about his new book the Austin-San Antonio Megaregion. The two discuss what needs to be done in order to accommodate the incredible growth between the two cities.Watch all past episodes of The San Antonio Files by visiting www.klrn.org/sanantoniofiles.

Thursday at 7:30 on the Season 5 finale of ¡SALUD! hosts Melanie Mendez-Gonzales and Jessie Degollado get to know three Latinas who have found success in charting their own paths. First, we sit down with Cariño Cortez, an entrepreneur and restaurant manager. We learn what it was like growing up in a well-known restauranteur family and how attending the prestigious Culinary Institute of America inspired her to grow her own brand. Then, Josie Gutierrez found a new passion in encouraging others to get off the couch and into nature with the organization Latino outdoors. Learn how social media led her to a role with the organization and is allowing her to live her best life one adventure at a time.Finally, what does it take to be a board member? Former councilwoman Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia explains how serving on local boards and commissions can lead to a new level of success for women. Hear how they work, what to expect, and why new faces are a welcome addition. Watch and listen to all past episodes on-demand at ⁠www.klrn.org/salud⁠. ¡SALUD! is generously supported by Texas Mutual.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, District 7 Council Rep Marina Alderete Gavito explains why she is asking both SAWS and the EAA for a formal statement of position on the proposed Guajolote Ranch development, and why she says the city should stay involved to protect San Antonio’s water source.Then Dr. Abel Chavez, President of Our Lady of the Lake University, discusses the recent cut to degree programs and declining enrollment and why the University is getting back to the basics with a focus on its original mission.On Reporter’s Roundtable, SA Report’s Jasper Kenzo Sundeen goes further into his story on SAWS and it’s proposed rate increase, plus, the fight between Texas cities to have the “Biggest” convention space.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

On this episode, learn how Latinas are changing history right before our eyes — in historical archives, inspirational pageants, and the food industry.Imagine a museum dedicated to the history of Bexar County, led by an 11th-generation San Antonian - who is the first Latina to head up that museum. We talk with Belinda Mora Gavellos - Chair of the Bexar County Historical Commission - to learn about this historical role and the history she is working to preserve. There was a time when beauty pageants focused solely on physical appearance; but that era is now one for the history books. Today, pageants like Miss Texas Latina celebrate Hispanic culture, empowerment, and community involvement. We meet Ms. Texas Latina 2024 Allegra Rodriguez and learn that, beyond her beauty, she is an inspiration in the world of science and technology.Finally, many people celebrate their family history through food - gathering around the kitchen table to enjoy cherished family recipes. Entrepreneur Maria Flores wanted to honor her heritage by sharing her traditions through her company, Hess Street Foods. She speaks with Jessie Degollado about how she carved out her space in a highly competitive industry.Listen to all past episodes and watch on demand by visiting klrn.org/salud. ¡SALUD! on KLRN is supported by Texas Mutual.

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. Nora Lopez’s love for journalism began at her school paper in Edinburg, Texas. Her studies at the University of Texas Pan American (now UT Rio Grande Valley) along with helpful mentorship set Nora on the path to eventually becoming Executive Editor of the San Antonio Express-News. There seem to be dozens of seminars, conferences, and summits that offer professional development – are they worth it? TalkStrategy CEO/Owner Anamaria Suescun-Fast explains why these kinds of gatherings matter – and what they can offer up-and-coming leaders.  Catch ¡SALUD!, Thursday at 7:30PM on-air and online. Watchand listen to all episodes on-demand at www.klrn.org/salud. ¡SALUD! is generously supported by Texas Mutual.

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 the plan is needed to bring declining business back.On Reporter’s Roundtable, SA Report’s Andrea Drusch discusses with Randy the ethics complaint filed against Mayor Jones regarding her efforts to lure the Democratic National Convention to San Antonio.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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. Hear how she rose to leadership in one of San Antonio's largest public agencies, despite personal tragedies and a change of professional plans .Finally, host Jessie Degollado learns all about how to promote yourself - and your brand - with author, podcaster, and founder of MVW Communications, Melissa Vela-Williamson. Listen to all past episodes and watch on demand by visiting klrn.org/salud. ¡SALUD! on KLRN is supported by Texas Mutual.

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 surprising finds he has uncovered just south of San Antonio, and why so many people have never even heard of this bloody battle.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Michael Karlis, reporter for the San Antonio Current, shares details on his story about the public relations push by the Spurs to get voter support for Proposition B, and why the Spurs borrowed a hyper-local restaurant dish to garner attention. On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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, and why we need to ensure their survival.  Her study was done in partnership with the Hill Country Alliance.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Stephanie Koithan, Digital Editor/Reporter with the SA Current fills us in on the latest in the county’s saga of thousands of voter registration applications that have not been processed, and due to logistics, probably won’t be done by the November 4th election.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

¡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 Insurance Company

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 hill country rather than going to the landfill. Expert Bryan Hummel is our guest.On Reporter’s Roundtable, San Antonio Current Editor-In-Chief Sanford Nowlin talks about the failure of the state legislature to completely ban THC, and why Governor Abbott didn’t push for it.  Plus, he discusses a new exhibit at the McNay on print censorship in 19th Century Paris that mirrors the current political climate emerging in the U.S.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting: https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 proves with grit and determination, dreams can be achieved.And finally, Lisa Coleman heads up the organization Soy Latina, which mentors young Latinas with the goal of creating future leaders who will make positive changes in their communities!  She shares how that works with our Jessie Degollado.Generous support for ¡SALUD! is provided by Texas Mutual Insurance Company.

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.  Hear which ones you need to know about, and which ones could impact your wallet.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Andrea Drusch with the SA Report shares her breakdown of how the proposed funding of a new Spurs arena will work for the county and the city, and what voters need to know before the November 4th election.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 Carmona. They discuss how this new department plans to deal with the city’s homeless issue.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express-News reporter Madison Iszler discusses her latest story on the Texas Land Office purchasing two historic downtown hotels:  The Crockett and the Menger.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 strategy for continuing to bring jobs to the San Antonio Metro area, and their momentum going forward.On Reporter’s Roundtable, columnist Chris Tomlinson with the Express News and Houston Chronicle discusses his latest writing on how solar and wind energy in Texas are being pushed out by lawmakers supporting the oil and gas industry. On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 “The Elysian Fields of Baseball:  The Spiritual Evolution of America’s Game”.Rachel Hanes, Policy Director for the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance, shares information about the press conference her group was part of to ask local and state officials to improve building standards, limit impervious cover, and limit development to prevent another flood in the Texas Hill Country.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Stephanie Koithan, Reporter with the San Antonio Current, gives us details about her article on the massive water usage by data centers.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho

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 Roundtable, Madison Iszler with the San Antonio Express-News discusses her story on the proposed Spurs downtown arena, and what it could cost the city, county, and the Spurs.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 online with the PBS app.

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 did the geographical makeup of the hill country terrain add to the flooding?  And how can we work with natural elements to help slow the flow of water during heavy rain?  UTSA Professor Dr. Hatim Sharif, expert in civil and environmental engineering, shares his ideas.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express News hill country reporter Ricardo Delgado discusses his coverage of the Kerr County Commissioners meeting this week as that group faces strong criticism for previous oversights and budget decisions.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 the torrential rain.We continue meeting the new San Antonio city council members.  This week it’s District 8’s Ivalis Mesa Gonzalez, who talks about her activist mother who inspired her to get involved in community efforts.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 what he wants with Project Marvel.

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 upcoming special session.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Randy talks with Dylan Baddour, reporter with Inside Climate News, about the power-hungry data centers Texas is building at a frenzied rate. Why there is concern about how these are being powered, and where they are being built.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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, Executive Director of the Texas Solar and Storage Association breaks it down for us and explains what we could see next for solar power in Texas.And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Randy talks with columnist Chris Tomlinson from the Express-News about the ties between Texas leaders and efforts to ban THC- you’ll be surprised the connections between top lawmakers and groups wanting the ban!On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 experience.  Then, the Editor of the Quorum Report, Scott Braddock, details the top bills passed by state lawmakers this session.Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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 Chamber, tells us what she has been seeing, and hearing, from local business owners.The city is looking for resident’s feedback on the upcoming budgeting process for the next fiscal year. City Communications Manager Luke Simons explains how residents can take part in a survey that will allow them to give feedback on the budget to city officials.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express News Reporter Scott Huddleston talks about his article on state legislation that could change the leadership of the Alamo, and put it into the hands of the Governor and Lt. Governor.

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 successful, unique, colorful and diverse. Hosted by seasoned journalists known to San Antonio viewers, these curated in-depth interviews go beyond the usual TV soundbites and allow time to hear from locals who have stories to tell. Learn more at The San Antonio Files page where you can watch all past episodes on demand.  

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 newly formed Multimodal Transportation Commission is, how it will work, and how it will help driver, cyclists, and pedestrians.On Reporter’s Roundtable, reporter Dylan Baddour with Inside Climate News shares details from his article on development and how it is impacting Texas Hill Country streams and rivers.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, UTSA Political Science Department Chair Prof. Jon Taylor discusses the Mayoral runoff.  He explains why low voter turnout is expected, why the candidates have a learning curve for the office, and his concerns about their lack of municipal experience.Next, Annalisa Peace, representing the group “Citizens Against Project Marvel”, discusses that group’s concern over SAWS approving a $1M feasibility study to look at the cost to move their downtown water chiller location, even though the Project Marvel plan has not been fully revealed.On Reporter’s Roundtable, Texas Public Radio’s Camille Phillips, Education Reporter, explains why the new school voucher law won’t allow for accountability by non-public schools.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

After eight years as Mayor of San Antonio, Ron Nirenberg will step down from the dais and the city will elect a new mayor. Host Randy Beamer sits down with the outgoing mayor for an in-depth interview about his tenure as mayor, his accomplishments, and lies ahead for him. On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, Metro Health Director Dr. Claude Jacob discusses how federal cuts to health initiatives will impact the city’s immunization clinics, and what this means as the measles closes in on San Antonio.Next, safety during Fiesta!  Centro SA CEO Trish DeBerry explains the new technology that will be used downtown to keep visitors safe during Fiesta events.On Reporter’s Roundtable, San Antonio Report’s Andrea Drusch fills us in on the school vouchers approved by the Texas House.On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.  Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

Texas Talk host Nora Lopez sits down with Anne Krause, Senior VP of Development for Texas 2036. Learn what the organization is, and how they're using a data-driven approach to address challenges facing the state of Texas. Watch on-air and online at klrn.org/live and with the PBS app. Catch a new episode of "Texas Talk with Nora Lopez" at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. To watch all previous episodes, visit: klrn.org/texastalk.Texas Talk is produced in partnership with the San Antonio Express-News.