Something Good

Whether it was a trendy gift or something particularly sentimental, we wanted to hear about it. So we asked you, our readers and viewers: What Christmas present do you remember most from childhood?

What were you doing when you were 13 years old, right around this time of year? Were you on Christmas break from school? Hanging out with your friends, by chance? Longing for the presents that were set to arrive on Christmas morning?

Kids say the darndest things, as the saying goes. But, given the opportunity, they also do some amazing things.

Methodist Hospital and Methodist Children's Hospital have welcome a new employee -- a miniature horse named Bambi.

Each year, more than 100 members of the Andrews High School band participate in a Christmas parade during the holiday season.

As an adult, by my late 20s, I started to feel a little bit “meh” about Christmas. Sure, it was a nice time of year, and I enjoyed seeing my family when I could, but I didn’t really understand the appeal of decorating, baking or most holiday-themed events. All of that changed, however, once I got into my 30s and had kids.

A man who loves to decorate for the holidays has taken the Christmas spirit to a whole new level.

This dad is a super fun “follow,” if you’re looking to add to your social media lists! He’s funny, smart, and his posts will make you think.

We’re used to seeing Santa at the mall, or better yet, on his sleigh delivering toys to children around the world, but you don’t see Santa (let alone hundreds of him) skiing or snowboarding down a mountain.

Tributes to the four slain students were all over Michigan and the Big Ten championship game on Saturday.

On Giving Tuesday, there are an endless number of ideas out there on how to give, but quite possibly one of the simplest and most meaningful ways is by spreading kindness.

With Giving Tuesday now here, people might want to donate money to a good cause, but simply might not have much of it lying around.

Beyond the opportunity to add some money to their accounts, Giving Tuesday has other benefits for nonprofit organizations that last well beyond that particular day.

A 4-year-old boy who doctors said would never walk again after being shot in the back during a drive-by shooting is now walking again.

You’ve probably seen a community library pop up, as they’re often spotted in different neighborhoods. They’re typically filled with used books that people in the neighborhood can take, as well as drop off books they are finished with.

If you drove past the former fire station in Hamburg, Michigan, you probably wouldn’t think much about it, but once you step inside, it’s like walking into Santa’s workshop.

Grab your wand, cloak and a Nimbus 2000, because we’re taking off on a broomstick ride to Hogwarts.

We cannot believe how many of you shared Halloween pics! The costumes were so creative (and spooky), and we want to see more.

Manny Olivo, a special education job coach for SCUCISD, was one of 50 educators across the United States to be selected by the Team TCS Teachers initiative to run in the 50th New York City Marathon, which takes place on Nov. 7.

A San Antonio man is hoping to reach the good Samaritan responsible for saving his life in a motorcycle crash back in September.

A misdiagnosis landed a woman in a local COVID-19 ICU unit. Now, she visits the hospital every week to keep her promise.

This year, Love Tito’s partnered with local non-profit Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas to renovate and help out ten community gardens across our city.

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, and for many LGBTQ+ Americans, there are many reasons to celebrate their Pride.

It’s not every day you get a birthday surprise from your sports hero, especially when it comes with a signed jersey.

Recently, on Wife Appreciation Day, we thought it’d be fun to let you all show us your sweet side, and boy did you ever.

Ultimately, Payton Lynch hopes the stories told do more than just inspire those who lost loved ones during the 9/11 attacks. She hopes it can be a resource for anyone to draw upon when going through tragedy or hardships.

From an early age, Losoya Middle School eighth-grader Persaihas Ortiz knew she wanted to play football.

Until the end of September, earthday.org is encouraging people around the world register or participate in cleanup projects.

Do you have a wife who makes your world go round?

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the names of the 2022 semifinalists and there are more than 60 from the San Antonio area.

Now that the school year is well underway and students are off to the races for another year of learning and studying, we thought we’d ask: Can we see your pictures?