Haven for Hope’s assistance helps veteran turn homelessness into story of perseverance
Troy Dahman is a Texas native and a Navy veteran. However, after leaving the Navy and working elsewhere in San Antonio, he had a mental health crisis and began experiencing homelessness.
Wellness 4 Warriors hosts 9th annual Wellness Expo
The San Antonio based nonprofit says it specializes in helping veterans have a holistic support system. Now, organizers are trying to raise money to make sure former servicemembers have a healthy life.
‘Learning to fly’: Aerospace academy hosted by UTSA gathers selected students from across the nation
A program in San Antonio is forming the future of aerospace engineering and air force careers.
Gary Sinise Foundation and the Lt. Dan Band visit Military City, USA to give back
This year marks 30 years since the movie “Forest Gump” was released and the actor behind the iconic role of Lieutenant Dan visited Military City USA Thursday.
Operation Gratitude gives back to airmen and first responders
A token of appreciation for those who serve and protect, right here in Military City USA. Volunteers began packing five thousand care packages for new airmen and first responders at Tech Port Arena on Monday.
Veterans Day Parade in Military City, USA started with a handful of people marching on a very cold day
It was a cold November morning in 2000 when a small group of veterans and family marched down Houston Street in downtown San Antonio for the first of many parades. The parade now draws thousands of people.
Looming government shutdown could present challenges for military servicemembers
As the government shutdown deadline approaches, there is growing concern about the financial uncertainty service members and their families could face, and it remains to be seen whether Congress can come to an agreement and avert this potential crisis.
Front & Center: Experts say financial insecurity worsens mental health in veterans
One in three warriors the Wounded Warrior Project serves who are experiencing financial insecurity are also experiencing suicidal thoughts.
‘Don’t wait, reach out’: VA campaign hopes to prevent more veteran suicides
The US Dept. of Veterans Affairs is taking significant steps to encourage veterans to seek support if they are struggling with mental health.
Front & Center: The vital role of the Emergency Ordnance Disposal team at JBSA-Lackland
The EOD team at JBSA-Lackland consists of highly trained and skilled individuals who specialize in identifying, evaluating and disposing of explosive ordnance, including unexploded bombs, munitions and hazardous materials.
Korean War medic’s remains return home after 72 years
A New Braunfels family is reunited with a loved one after decades of him being reported as missing in action. Thanks to a DNA analysis, the Lopez Sanchez family welcomed home the remains of Sgt. Gilberto Sanchez after 72 years.
Diving to heal: Group of heroes going to great depths to find happiness
The group’s mission is to improve the side effects of post-traumatic stress, anxiety and injuries that veterans and first responders suffer.
Front & Center: First U.S. citizens under new basic military training streamlined naturalization process recognized
For the first time, at least since 2017, the United States Air Force is re-implementing a program that will allow trainees at JBSA-Lackland to become U.S. Citizens.
Leading SA: Director of UTSA’s Data Analytics Progam talks about cybersecurity threats, TikTok
Max Kilger, the director of the Data Analytics Program at UTSA, joined Leading SA to talk all things cyber security, starting with TikTok.
Thousands of military service members wait in San Antonio to fly home for the holidays
Thousands of service members from every branch of the military lined up at the San Antonio International Airport to see their families for the holidays.
THURSDAY at 7p: KSAT hosts town hall on burn pits and resources for veterans
On Thursday, November 8 at 7 p.m. Steve Spriester will speak with veterans about their experience with burn pits and how others can get help.
Soldiers’ Angels want to give military, veteran families a memorable holiday season
Local military and veteran families are encouraged to apply for the Soldiers' Angels Adopt-A-Family program before December 6th.
Endeavors Veteran Wellness Center is a hub for Veteran care
Located at 6333 De Zavala Road, in San Antonio’s Medical District, the Veteran Wellness Center at Endeavors is prioritizing health care and well-being for veterans and their families regardless of service, discharge status or family relationship.
Military training in downtown San Antonio causes some property damage to homeowners nearby
Military City, USA has looked more like a city at war this week with daily military training exercises in the downtown San Antonio area.
Military Monday: Jon Wayne Service Company partners with nonprofit to build new home for local veteran
We all know San Antonio is Military City USA, and what better way to give back to a veteran than building them a new home?
Air Force veteran creates immersive training environment for service members
An Air Force veteran has created her own tech company and creates immersive augmented reality technologies to help the future of military training.
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Hundreds of San Antonio military families receive meals through 1-Million Meals Challenge
SA Foodbank and the Military Family Advisory Network distribute meals to hundreds of military families facing food insecurity
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Unique physical therapy center providing help to San Antonio veterans, those with injury
San Antonio is Military City USA, and now an Air Force veteran is bringing a unique way to help our men and women who served our country.
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Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced San Antonio a finalist for Space Command headquarters
SAN ANTONIO – Texas Sen. John Cornyn announced Thursday that San Antonio has been selected as one of six finalist cities to host the U.S. Space Command headquarters. San Antonio leaders vying for U.S. Space Command headquartersIn August, Cornyn sent a letter to John W. Henderson, the assistant secretary of the U.S. Air Force for installations, to express his support for bringing the Space Command headquarters to Texas. Texans have already demonstrated outsized success in the military and have led the way in space exploration. JUST IN: The Air Force has selected six candidate locations to host the U.S. Space Command headquarters. They include: Kirtland AFB, N.M; Offutt AFB, Nebraska; Patrick AFB, Florida; Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado; Port San Antonio, Texas; and Redstone Army Airfield, Alabama.
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As seen on SA Live - Memorial Day 2020
SAN ANTONIO – We’re honoring service men and women in Military City USA today on SA Live! From a program that provides service dogs to wounded veterans to an organization that is donating meals to the men and women who have served our country, we have a roundup of stories that will warm your heart this Memorial Day. Plus, a popcorn shop run by an ex-marine that went viral on TikTok, National Wine Day pairings by Martha Stewart’s wine writer and how you can donate a bottle of wine to health care workers. That’s all today at 1 p.m. on SA Live. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, your smart TV or your smartphone.
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San Antonio veteran left homeless after wife’s death gets help from local program
SAN ANTONIO – Living in Military City USA, we know about the sacrifice many veterans make, putting their lives on the line to defend our country. “Which is kind of what led to me being here, because I lost her and lost everything,” McCrory said. Severe financial troubles led McCrory to the Homeless Veterans Program on Yucca Street near Robeson Avenue. Funded by the VA through Crosspoint, McCrory occupies one of 35 beds reserved for veterans who are now homeless due to a wide range of issues. For more information on the program click here and find more coverage of homelessness in South Texas from KSAT here.