The USO of South Texas is bringing holiday cheer to soldiers at Fort Sam Houston who are spending the season away from home.

A U.S. Army veteran says wilderness therapy helped him find stability after struggling to adjust to civilian life.

San Antonio City Council this week approved a renaming for a portion of an East Side street in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen, the United States Armed Forces’ first African-American pilots.

Fort Sam Houston soldiers brought holiday cheer to a local elementary school.

Sara Lozoya’s two sons, who have been deployed for more than a year, got to surprise their mother by returning home for the holidays.

Another call for change came outside Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital on Monday, as dozens demanded accountability and better accessibility to mental health services.

The U.S. Air Force Band of the West will present its annual Holiday in Blue concert on Dec. 9 and 10.

This week, thousands of turkeys have been seasoned, basted, roasted and smoked. But perhaps no one locally is deep frying more birds than Les Thomsen and his team at Noah’s Farm.

Defending Texas sovereignty has been central to Abbott’s political identity. Yet he has helped Trump erode states’ authority over elections, policing and deploying the National Guard.

For the first time since its inception in 2010, San Antonio will host the Warrior Games in 2026 and again in 2028.

People around San Antonio honored those who have served with Veterans Day ceremonies throughout the city.

Tuesday marks Veterans Day, a day to honor and thank those who have served in the United States military. Here at KSAT, we want to honor veterans and military families in your life!

Northeast Lakeview College soft-opened a new veterans center on Tuesday for the school’s military-connected students.

This weekend, several places around San Antonio are offering discounts and freebies to honor our military.

As the government shutdown continues, James Avery and Cavender Grande Ford worked together to help affected federal workers and military personnel by giving away hundreds of food boxes on Tuesday.

The latest Pickup Lines segment features Jeff Webster, the president and CEO of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce.

On Nov. 4, voters in Schertz will decide on Proposition A, which relates to building regulations around JBSA Randolph in the areas that are in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) within five miles of the military base.

Victims of military sexual assault are on the rise in three of the four branches, which has prompted a San Antonio nonprofit to create a symposium on the topic.

The federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1 has continued to produce ripple effects.

Two Army commands currently based in San Antonio are set to relocate to Fort Bragg in North Carolina, the mayor’s office confirmed.

Wednesday should be payday for federal workers, but with the government shutdown ongoing, thousands of families in San Antonio do not know when that next check will come.

Data shows that at least 218 veterans were detained at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center at some point, between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30.

Military City USA is more than just a proud nickname. San Antonio has deep roots in the country’s Armed Forces. But behind that pride is an alarming statistic.

On Saturday, people have an opportunity to get in plenty of laughs while supporting a good cause.

There are currently at least 112 veterans behind bars at the Bexar County jail, according to data made available because of a new state law that went into effect last week.

Thousands of volunteers gathered at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on Thursday, also known as Patriot Day, to clean headstones and burial grounds of fallen veterans.

The Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle and Museum has been recommended to close as a museum in a proposal by the U.S. Army Center of Military History.

The new painting at the VFW Post 76 aims to raise awareness for veterans suffering from burn pit exposure.

A soldier stationed at Fort Bliss was arrested Wednesday for allegedly attempting to send military information to the Russian government, the U.S. Department of Justice said in a news release.

One national nonprofit is helping local military children start the school year off strong.

After devastating floods swept through the Hill Country, local heroes stepped up in powerful, unforgettable ways.

A delegation headed by Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones traveled to Washington, D.C., this week in an effort to keep Military City USA an integral part of U.S. defense missions amid talks to relocate U.S. Army North and U.S. Army South in San Antonio

San Antonio International Airport is now one of 10 airports nationwide offering the Transportation Security Administration’s “Serve with Honor, Travel with Ease” initiative.

Congressman Joaquin Castro recognized and announced eight students in a Friday afternoon ceremony who will receive free admission to U.S. service academies.

Bexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner Grant Moody has been called to active duty amid “escalating tensions” in the Middle East, according to a statement from his chief of staff.

Gina Ortiz Jones, who will be inaugurated as San Antonio’s new mayor next week, joined GMSA+ anchors Ernie Zuniga and Stephanie Serna to share her excitement and priorities for the city.

Israel says it has retrieved the body of a Thai hostage abducted into Gaza during the 2023 Hamas-led attack that sparked the war.

A San Antonio high school graduate is charting an ambitious course that combines academic achievement with military service, exemplifying a new generation of multifaceted student leaders.

The volunteer ensemble, which has been a cornerstone of San Antonio’s musical community for over two decades, received the distinguished invitation to participate in the ceremonies honoring the historic World War II invasion.

Antonio Santana launched the podcast "Frontline Strong," where he discussed mental health; the podcast ultimately led to the creation of a nonprofit to provide mental health services.

The U.S. Army’s Criminal Investigation Division is offering a $10,000 reward for credible information surrounding a 25-year-old service member found dead in Honduras earlier this month.

Flying high above his headstone are the flags Michael Barrera fought to protect.

Memorial High School senior Julian Gallardo attended the 37th Annual Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony held Monday by Edgewood ISD and Compadres for Scholarships.

A group of volunteers helped a Texas-based nonprofit with dozens of roses in each hand, working to place them on as many graves as possible on Monday morning at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

U.S. Senator John Cornyn hosted his annual Service Academy Send-Off Ceremony at the Boeing Center at Tech Port on Memorial Day in San Antonio.

A bill that would require all Texas counties to keep track of veteran suicides passed through the state Legislature on Monday.

This Memorial Day Weekend, thousands of volunteers from around San Antonio gathered early Sunday morning at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery to plant flags at every gravestone on site.

Approximately 120 veterans, active-duty service members and civilians gathered on Saturday morning to honor Memorial Day by participating in the Murph workout.

On Sunday morning, thousands of people walked through downtown San Antonio to honor the memories of loved ones who served in the military or as first responders.

A nonprofit is putting out a call for volunteers and corporations to fund a service project that honors those buried at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on Memorial Day.

Hundreds of people participated in the Stride for Hope Walk and Run on Saturday afternoon to raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention.

A U.S. Army service member from Cibolo was found dead in Honduras on Saturday, according to a news release from Joint Task Force-Bravo.

The underlying message from healthcare providers to veterans: it’s never too late to receive the help they have a right to.

KSAT 12 News took a tour to learn more about one of the only war museums in Military City USA.

Finding a path to PTSD recovery also means understanding the obstacles that can get in the way of healing. Those obstacles can differ for people of different races and cultures.

Volunteers are needed to support the annual recognition ceremony.

During the month of May, SeaWorld San Antonio will offer free one-day admission for active-duty United States military members, veterans and their families.

A federal judge has found the U.S. government liable to the state of North Dakota for nearly $28 million in the state's lawsuit for recouping money spent on policing the protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline.

Dozens of people marched up and down the southern fence line of the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital Wednesday night, calling for remembrance and change.

Our Community Salutes are planning to honor high school seniors who are making the admirable decision to enlist in the military following their graduation.

The next steps of healing for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder may come in the form of an app.

Nearly 9 million Americans served in the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam era, with more than 2.5 million serving in Vietnam alone.

For many Vietnam veterans, the memories of war never left. But for Ed “Tex” Stiteler, going back helped ease the pain — and now he’s helping others do the same.

One mural has stood for nearly 20 years. Another just went up at the oldest post in Texas.

Lyndon B. Johnson wanted his presidency to be focused on civil rights and his domestic programs started with the “Great Society” — but the shadow of Vietnam loomed over the White House. What LBJ did as a result shaped his legacy for many Americans.

Thousands of Vietnam refugees found a new home in the United States following the war in Vietnam. One young girl, who fled Saigon as the city fell to the North, was inspired to join the United States Air Force when she was rescued.

Two Marine veterans who served at the United States Embassy in Saigon reflected on their time in Vietnam during the war.

When it comes to watching the Vietnam conflict play out on television shows and movies, we rarely see how women served the United States Armed Forces during this time. It’s something not talked about enough.

Every week, military veterans from Edgewood ISD gather to support, reflect and help one another.

A well-decorated Navy veteran died by suicide outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital on April 7 in what his father believes was an outcry against the Department of Veterans Affairs and

KSAT’s special, "50 Years After The Fall: From Saigon to San Antonio," highlights how the war in Vietnam affected veterans in the Alamo City and South Texas. KSAT reached out to Vietnam veterans in San Antonio to share their experiences, hoping to educate younger generations and offer a glimpse into what they went through and why many would do it all over again.

Fifty years is a long time. Memories fade, things are lost, history is forgotten. We did not want that to happen to the men and women from San Antonio who served in Vietnam.

Trinh Warner, a Vietnamese refugee, recounts her harrowing escape from Saigon during the fall of South Vietnam, an event that led to her separation from her grandmother who later died in a re-education camp. Her story is featured in KSAT’s special "50 Years After The Fall: From Saigon to San Antonio."

The stories previewed Monday showcase KSAT's upcoming news special, “50 Years After The Fall: From Saigon to San Antonio," airing on KSAT at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16.

A vigil and funeral service have been announced for a U.S. Navy veteran who died by suicide outside the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital last week.

A vibrant mural on the West Side captures the lasting impact of the Vietnam War on American culture, depicting powerful images of the conflict.

An 11-year-old boy is on a mission to ensure veterans’ graves are not forgotten.

Inside the car, which the airman estimated would be about $70,000 to replace, was also his passport, uniforms, and “all different types of military gear.”

The stage is being set for a San Antonio research team to use MDMA, also known as ecstasy, in its study to help active-duty military members with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film “No Other Land."

On Sunday morning, Air Force ROTC students from the University of Texas at San Antonio started running from San Antonio to New Braunfels to support prisoners of war and those missing in action.

This weekend, a group of Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (AFROTC) students from several universities will run more than 60 miles between San Antonio and Austin.

As the U.S. Department of Defense tries to ban transgender people from the military, a retired Coast Guard captain recalled living through the back-and-forth battle of being transgender while serving

Local filmmaker Andrew James Gonzales will premiere his new documentary "American Sons" this weekend at South by Southwest in Austin. The film tells the story of Marine Corporal Jorge “JV” Villarreal, who was killed in the line of duty while on patrol in Afghanistan in October of 2010.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning an “aggressive” reorganization that includes cutting 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care for retired military members, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press.

Just before sunrise Monday morning, hundreds of passengers lined up at the San Antonio International Airport to be the first to board a brand-new, daily, nonstop trip to Washington, D.C.

A 9-year-old San Antonio boy got the best surprise for his birthday when his dad, Army Sgt. First Class Vontez Long, surprised him at school.

The nonprofit is partnering with agencies to help deliver critical support to veterans in the wake of the wildfires in California

Major Air Force Bases across the United States are suspending the ‘Trusted Traveler Program’ in wake of the recent attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas.

The Palestinian Health Ministry says at least eight people were killed by Israeli military operations in the northern West Bank.

For Army Veteran Larry Haven, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery is a place where he can visit his late wife, Margrate Haven.

A San Antonio hero received a heartfelt gift this holiday season as a sign of gratitude for his years of service.

What services could be impacted if Congress does not pass a spending bill that would keep the government running?

A nonprofit that’s been around for over 70 years is making a difference in the Alamo City.

Republican U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales joined the KSAT Q&A on Friday with Stephania Jimenez and Myra Arthur to discuss the new defense spending bill, which has passed in the U.S. House but has yet to pass through the U.S. Senate.

Thousands of runners, joggers and walkers all came together to run the final act of the 2024 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series.

Tuesday is the final day San Antonio residents can order Christmas wreaths to place on the graves of veterans buried at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

The event allows local families to share Thanksgiving with U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training trainees who are away from home during the holidays.

If you ask what Veterans Day means to veterans in San Antonio, their answers can be complex.

We at KSAT want to honor veterans and military families in your life!