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UTSA football projected to finish 2024-25 season second in AAC preseason poll
SAN ANTONIO – UTSA Roadrunners football is projected to finish second in the American Athletic Conference (AAC) in the 2024-25 season, according to a preseason poll. The Roadrunners received 368 points and four first-place votes, trailing the University of Memphis, which had 409 points and 23 first-place votes. Tulane...
Social media sensation Nurse John announces ‘The Short-Staffed Tour’ coming to SA
SAN ANTONIO – John Dela Cruz, known as the social media sensation Nurse John, has announced his first-ever live tour, The Short-Staffed Tour. Dela Cruz is a licensed nurse who creates content with relatable and comedic posts on the healthcare industry. The tour will have performances related to his...
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline contacted 10 million times since creation two years ago
SAN ANTONIO – This week marks two years since the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline was dropped from a 1-800 phone number to the three-digit emergency number 988. Anyone can call, text, chat, or video call to get to a crisis counselor. Since shortening that number, call centers nationwide...
Klein Cain (Texas) football program recognized for Academic and Athletic Excellence
At a presentation during the annual Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) convention in San Antonio, Texas, the National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced that Klein Cain High School (Texas) is being recognized as the top high school football program in the state for their outstanding achievements in the classroom, on the field, and in the community. As part of this recognition, “The Original” Bob’s Steak & Chop House will make a $5,000 donation to support the football program.
Helping hire grads: San Antonio hosts resource fair for recent high school graduates
SAN ANTONIO - As summer break nears its end, the City of San Antonio is looking to help recent high school graduates who have yet to plan their future. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Roosevelt Clubhouse, the City of San Antonio's Department of Human Services will partner with CafeCollege to host a LEVEL UP Resource Fair.
San Antonio neighbor leads U.S. in housing and cost of living, says report
Texans looking for their next apartment or house to rent have many options to choose from, but only one city tops RentCafe's annual ranking of the cities with the best balance of housing and cost of living: San Marcos. San Marcos ranked No. 55 overall in RentCafe's "Best Cities for...
San Antonio schools struggle to fill teaching spots as new school year nears
SAN ANTONIO - As the new school year approaches, school districts across San Antonio are ramping up efforts to fill critical teaching positions, a task proving more challenging than anticipated. "This probably won't be a quick fix," said Ben Muir of Northside ISD, which aims to hire approximately 200 teachers...
Ready for Success: Southside ISD hosting back to school prep event
SAN ANTONIO - Southside Independent School District (ISD) is looking to get kids prepared for the new school year and host a great time for the community. From 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Southside ISD is hosting its 2024 Back to School Bash at Southside High School, helping kids prepare for the new school year, and have fun doing it.
A Do not Miss Tropical, International Sound Occasion
There may be another likelihood to take in the summer season at Hemisfair’s free dance events and DJ showcases Sound Cream Sundown Periods. Every Thursday in June and July, the occasion has been lighting up Civic Park with a colourful array of lights reflecting off their cell discotheque. The collection ends on July 25 with an evening of reggaeton, cumbia and dancehall from 7:30 to 10:30p.m. at Civic Park.
Heavy rain has rivers flowing again, check on lake and aquifer levels, more rain ahead too
SAN ANTONIO - It has been an absolutely amazing and very rare late July pattern in our region. We talked about this pattern coming last week and it is really starting to deliver on welcome rainfall and a big cool down. Best part about it too, we still have a ways to go before we're done with rain chances and cooler-than-normal temperatures.
Health Headlines: Saving baby Reagan
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A rare brain surgery performed in San Antonio saved a 15-month-old from the 200 seizures a day she was having. That child is now three, and in remarkably good health. When little Reagan Cross was only a year old, she underwent brain surgery after six...
Northwest Vista College Offering a New Degree
Northwest Vista College is offering a new degree for students, a Bachelor’s in Applied Technology in Cloud Computing. Teresa Dimas, the NVC Chair of Computer Sciences and Technology, and Water, a student at NVC, join us to tell us more about this new degree. Bachelor’s Degree Lunch and Learn...
San Antonio Police Escalate Manhunt for Suspect in South Side Convenience Store Armed Robbery
San Antonio's South Side community is on alert as police intensify their search for a suspect involved in a recent armed robbery. The crime occurred at the Stanley Ice Station convenience store at the intersection of Southcross Boulevard and Creighton Avenue, reported FOX San Antonio. The robbery took place shortly after nightfall, around 8:22 pm on Sunday, June 23.
Local nonprofit bringing Christmas in July to hundreds of foster kids
SAN ANTONIO - A local nonprofit is bringing Christmas in July to over 700 children in foster care. The Christmas in July campaign throws Christmas parties for kids in foster care in San Antonio throughout November and December. It's hosted by the Jones Family Christmas Ranch, Day 1 Bags, and...
Let’s Celebrate the Cowboys (and Girls) Who Helped Tame the West
Let’s Celebrate the National Day of the Cowboy on Saturday, July 27 at This Downtown Western Museum. Let’s Celebrate the cowboys, cowgirls and vaqueros at The Briscoe Museum with a free annual salute to them featuring music, games, art and food. Cowgirl up and celebrate the legacy of...
Submissions Now Open for TEATRO SALON Table Reading Series At The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Theater Arts Program has announced an open call for submission of unproduced scripts for the Teatro Salon Table Reading Series. From the pool of submissions, two to three scripts will be selected for a table reading scheduled for the fall of 2024 that will be opened to the public. Deadline to submit unproduced scripts is scheduled for August 30, 2024 by 4 p.m.
Fans Outraged at Nike after Victor Wembyanama Announcement
NBA fans across social media are expressing their outrage after Nike unveiled a prototype shoe for San Antonio Spurs’ superstar Victor Wembanyama in Paris. The new design has sparked a wave of criticism, with many feeling that Nike missed the mark for a player of Wembanyama's caliber. The prototype ...
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