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Hillary Clinton to release essay collection about personal and public life
Read full article: Hillary Clinton to release essay collection about personal and public lifeHillary Clintonās next book is a collection of essays, touching upon everything from marriage to politics to faith, that her publisher is calling her most personal yet.
12 things I saw on Day 2 of the 2024 NCAA Menās Basketball Tournament
Read full article: 12 things I saw on Day 2 of the 2024 NCAA Menās Basketball TournamentWhile UTSAās new head coach will spend the rest of the weekend in Spokane, Washington, here are 12 other noteworthy things from Day 2 of the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers
Read full article: Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the PackersChristian McCaffrey scored his second touchdown on a 6-yard run with 1:07 to play, and the San Francisco 49ers mounted their first second-half comeback of the season to beat the Green Bay Packers 24-21 in a divisional-round playoff game.
Girl battling lifelong disease donates over 100 presents to Methodist Childrenās Hospital
Read full article: Girl battling lifelong disease donates over 100 presents to Methodist Childrenās HospitalA Medina County girl donated more than 100 presents to the Methodist Childrenās Hospital as a way to give back to other kids and thank the hospital for helping her battle her lifelong disease.
Family, friends hold celebration of life for two people gunned down in southeast Bexar County
Read full article: Family, friends hold celebration of life for two people gunned down in southeast Bexar CountyDuring a celebration of life event, family and friends remembered the lives of two people who were gunned down in Southeast Bexar County early August. Sareena Kay Bain, 28, and Jonathan Fann, 38, are the victims of a shooting Bexar County Sheriffās deputies say was started from a domestic dispute that escalated.
Street pastor remembered over a month after he was killed at a bus stop; suspect still at large
Read full article: Street pastor remembered over a month after he was killed at a bus stop; suspect still at largeA special tribute was held in honor of a young street pastor who was killed after being stabbed multiple times on the Northwest Side.
Family of woman who died saving children from drowning hopes story inspires awareness, safety
Read full article: Family of woman who died saving children from drowning hopes story inspires awareness, safetyThe loved ones of a woman who died while trying to save others from drowning is hoping her story and legacy encourage safety and awareness for other families.
Whata-love story! This San Antonio couple found their destiny in a Whataburger drive-thru
Read full article: Whata-love story! This San Antonio couple found their destiny in a Whataburger drive-thruJust in time for Valentineās Day, Cody Smith and Melissa Maese, a former Whataburger employee, are tying the knot. SAN ANTONIO ā A quick visit to a Whataburger drive-thru for two Justaburgers led to true love for one San Antonio couple. Just in time for Valentineās Day, Cody Smith and Melissa Maese, a former Whataburger employee, have gotten engaged at the restaurant where they first met. The pair met in the drive-thru at the Whataburger located on 1604 and Bandera Road 15 years ago, according to a press release from the restaurant. You can get married at Whataburger on Valentineās Day
Did you find love during the pandemic? Tell us about it for Valentineās Day
Read full article: Did you find love during the pandemic? Tell us about it for Valentineās DayWe may be living through a global pandemic, but that doesnāt mean love isnāt in the air. Maybe you have a new boyfriend or girlfriend, your partner decided to put a ring on it or you had a socially distanced and safe pandemic wedding. So in honor of the upcoming Valentineās Day holiday, tell us about your love story! You can include photos, write your love story and share with others about how you met your sweetie. Just fill out the form below so you can tell us about your love story.
So why do we celebrate Valentineās Day? Hereās a look at the history behind the holiday
Read full article: So why do we celebrate Valentineās Day? Hereās a look at the history behind the holidayYou know valentineās day comes so quick after Christmas. According to readers digest, Valentineās day started with the catholic churchās feast of St. Valentineās Day, on the day he was executed by the roman emperor in 270 A.D. The shapes of its leaves were heart shaped and the plant was used for food coloring, a cough syrup and an aphrodisiac. Even though lovers get all the attention when it comes to Valentineās day, everyone can celebrate without involving romantic love. According to good housekeeping, the most common recipients of Valentineās day cards are actually teachers, most likely due to having several students in their classrooms.
Cavaliers' Love to miss extended time with calf injury
Read full article: Cavaliers' Love to miss extended time with calf injuryCleveland Cavaliers' Kevin Love, right, passes against Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)CLEVELAND ā Cavaliers forward Kevin Love could miss more than a month with a right calf injury he aggravated Sunday night in a game against Philadelphia. The 32-year-oldās injury is a setback for the Cavs, who are off to their first 3-0 start since 2016. The five-time All-Star made his season debut and played 38 minutes in the Cavaliers' double-overtime win at Detroit on Saturday. Love is in his seventh season with Cleveland, which is counting on him to lead a young team showing early signs of growth this season.
Family mourning two loved ones killed in south Bexar County crash
Read full article: Family mourning two loved ones killed in south Bexar County crashSAN ANTONIO ā A San Antonio family is dealing with the loss of two family members involved in a fatal crash in South Bexar County on Nov. 18. Nunez-Chavez said the family knew something was wrong when the two women didnāt answer their phones. That A and C, you could see clearly all the way up.āNunez-Chavez said she is devastated her sister, Amanda, is gone. āWe always knew if we needed someone to talk to or guide us, we could turn to Amanda,ā Nunez-Chavez said. The family said that though Thanksgiving will never be the same, they are a peace knowing their loved ones are in a better place.
San Antonio teen who was not expected to live past four months old celebrates sweet 16 in style
Read full article: San Antonio teen who was not expected to live past four months old celebrates sweet 16 in styleSAN ANTONIO ā A San Antonio teen who suffers from a rare disorder is celebrating her 16th birthday with the community in a parade fit for a queen. Kylieās mother, Shelley Kurtz, said Kylie was diagnosed with Trisomy 9 Mosaic Syndrome when her daughter was just a baby. There are some children I know who can walk and talk but still have the disorder.āKylie was born through a C-section in 2004, Shelley said. It has brought me a lot of comfort to know that there are other children like yours with different severities. āShe can feel love,ā Shelley said.
Whatās Up South Texas!: Couple transforms love with each other, ballet to serving San Antonio
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: Couple transforms love with each other, ballet to serving San AntonioSan Antonio ā A San Antonio couple is sharing their love for ballet with the community after opening their very own ballet studio. We guide them how we would our own kids.āThe passion for ballet started at age 8 for Cruz in his home country of Cuba. It is a beautiful art that goes with or without music.āFor Dec, the passion started when she was three, growing up in Virginia. They used to call her āhummingbird.āāIf you are interested in joining their ballet family at DeCruz Ballet Studio, you can visit their website https://www.lindsiandkarel.com/ or email them at decruzballet@gmail.com. To see performances of Cruz and Dec, click on the links below:RELATED: Whatās Up South Texas!
Navarro High School senior with Down syndrome nominated for homecoming king
Read full article: Navarro High School senior with Down syndrome nominated for homecoming kingSeguin, TX ā The mother of a Navarro High School senior, who has Down syndrome and was nominated for homecoming king, is hoping to raise awareness about the importance of inclusivity for people with the disability. āI love football, Special Olympic basketball, bowling and track.āHe said his confidence comes from the love of his friends, classmates and teachers within the district. āI know the minute he walks through those doors, if the teachers arenāt taking care of him, his classmates are,ā said Ronni Lickert, his mother. āHe asked a girl to be his homecoming date without me knowing,ā Lickert laughed. With it being Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Lickert had this piece of advice to tell others in the community.
Whats Up South Texas!: Local filmmaker makes it to the big screen
Read full article: Whats Up South Texas!: Local filmmaker makes it to the big screenSan Antonio One local filmmaker is hoping his latest project both entertains and starts a conversation about religious issues that negatively impact certain communities. It is ultimately an examination of extreme hatred.Tucker said it took him two and a half years to get the big production completed. The film has even played in local theaters and is now available on Video On Demand, DVD, and other platforms. I wanted to examine the extreme hatred going on. You will burn in the fiery pits of hell. Homophobic-type of things, Tucker said.
Mother wants answers after son was killed while in a car with friends
Read full article: Mother wants answers after son was killed while in a car with friendsSan Antonio ā A West Side mother wants answers after her son was shot and killed while in a car with his friends on Aug. 15. San Antonio police said Izaiah Riojas, 20, was hit with a bullet after a group was playing with a gun and it went off. āI get a call at midnight that my son was shot and I was like what son because I have three boys,ā Castro said. Why did everyone run?āSadly, Izaiah Riojas died at the scene and police said some suspects ran off, while some stayed for questioning. āReal hard.āCastro said out of all of her boys, Izaiah Riojas was the goofy one.
Families honor mothers despite impact of Covid-19
Read full article: Families honor mothers despite impact of Covid-19SAN ANTONIO ā Families in San Antonio found a different way to celebrate Motherās Day with the social distancing orders in place. Without family, what do we have?āSanchez is a grandfather and took his grandchildren in as his own, which is why Motherās Day has a deeper meaning to their family. We just look at everything from the positives.āRick Sanchez said Covid-19 should not stop families from loving each other. āIt has been different because it is the first Motherās Day we donāt actually get to surprise her with flowers or take her to her favorite breakfast spot. Love yourself today.āUnusual Motherās Day rituals around the world
Man accused of killing 21-year-old in drunk driving crash found dead, officials say
Read full article: Man accused of killing 21-year-old in drunk driving crash found dead, officials saySan Antonio ā The cardiologist accused of killing a 21-year-old man after driving drunk on the interstate in April was found dead this past weekend, according to the Bexar County District Attorneyās Office. Hector Osorio, 60, was facing an Intoxication Manslaughter charge after he struck and killed Christopher Farias Jr. while driving the wrong way on Interstate 37. Farias Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene when EMS arrived, according to a previous KSAT report. Daryl Harris, Bexar County chief deputy of the trial division, said they learned Osorio committed suicide in Atascosa County. For more on the crash:Suspect in fatal DWI crash IDād as cardiologistFamily of drunk driving, wrong-way crash victim remembers him as gentle giant
South Side business owner, San Antonio Food Bank hosts food distributions in parking lots
Read full article: South Side business owner, San Antonio Food Bank hosts food distributions in parking lotsSAN ANTONIO ā A big concern for families during the COVID-19 crisis is food insecurity, according to a Bexar Facts-KSAT-Rivard Report poll released Tuesday,Just over half of poll respondents said that food insecurity is an extremely serious problem. Bexar Facts Poll things respondents have experienced (KSAT)One of the hardest hit areas when it comes to food insecurity is the South Side. On Monday, Lots of Love hosted a food distribution and grocery gift card giveaway at Pica Pica Plaza at 910 SE Military Dr., serving 280 families. But through generous donations and logistics help from the San Antonio Food Bank, Lots of Love was able to extend their reach. āAnd with the gift card, I was able to buy her something yesterday with the gift card, and itās been really a blessing for us.āLots of Love will be collaborating with the San Antonio Food Bank to host four more food distributions at Pica Pica Plaza.
Family of drunk driving, wrong-way crash victim remembers him as gentle giant
Read full article: Family of drunk driving, wrong-way crash victim remembers him as gentle giantHe was his family's gentle giant. He was so loving and affectionate.āChristopher Farias, or CJ, was known as a gentle giant and loving teddy bear. He was his family's gentle giant. āI woke up in the middle of the night like around 1:20 in the morning,ā said Veronica Farias. āThis doctor who is supposed to help save lives, took one and it has affected us all,ā Veronica Farias said.
Walk in Love border tour starts in San Antonio
Read full article: Walk in Love border tour starts in San AntonioSAN ANTONIO ā The humanitarian crisis on the border has drawn Episcopal church leaders from across the country to San Antonio, where theyāve begun what theyāre calling the Walk in Love border tour. The bishop said they hope to find āthe humanity in this humanitarian crisis.āHosted by the West Texas diocese, the tour began by walking from St. Markās Episcopal Church downtown to the bus station a block away, where migrant families are met by the Interfaith Welcome Coalition. AdThe group also visited Travis Park Methodist Church in the next block, which also has a migrant family ministry. āItās a tremendous blessing in our community that we see these groups coming together in this way,ā Fraser said. She said the city has helped coordinate social service organizations, faith-based groups and city services, including Goodwill ā which has provided clothing ā Catholic Charities, the San Antonio Food Bank and other organizations.
Fiesta Youth's Love, Not Labels event to celebrate art, diversity on Saturday
Read full article: Fiesta Youth's Love, Not Labels event to celebrate art, diversity on SaturdaySAN ANTONIO ā Fiesta Youth will be hosting its annual Love, Not Labels event Saturday to celebrate Pride Month in the Alamo City and benefit local nonprofits. The goal of the event is to bring different groups of people in the Alamo City together and celebrate inclusion. The acts include spoken word, drag queen and drag king performances, dance troupes and live music. The proceeds for the event will benefit three nonprofit organizations. Love, Not Labels will take place from 2-10 p.m. Saturday at the Woodlawn Pointe Auditorium.