Nia DaCosta makes her mark on Marvel history with ‘The Marvels’

NEW YORK – Nia DaCosta, director of the upcoming “The Marvels,” has a diagnosis for the recent struggles of superhero movies. It basically comes down to, she says, “Mo’ money, mo’ problems.” Success inevitably breeds bigger budgets. Box-office expectations get inflated. Even superhero spandex can’t sustain endless cycles of wash, rinse and repeat. “Growth has … Read more

Local veterinarian explains Chagas disease, why it’s concerning for pets

SAN ANTONIO – More than 4 million dogs in the U.S. get infected with Chagas disease each year, including nearly 650,000 in Texas alone. Still, many people have never heard of it. Chagas disease, which is spread by an insect known as “the kissing bug,” is more common than heartworm, tick-borne diseases, and intestinal parasites. … Read more

Canyon High School band’s booth at Wurstfest supports local families, musicians

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – The Canyon High School Marching Band funnel cake booth has been a staple at Wurstfest for longer than alumni can remember. Band members and their parents staff the booth during the festival’s 10-day run as a fundraiser to offset the costs of uniforms and travel expenses. Director of Fundraising Steve Rathburn … Read more

‘My kids are hurting’ | Father of three killed in southwest-side shooting

Investigators said Michael Hernandez is accused of killing 29-year-old Michael Ray Zepeda. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — San Antonio Police have identified the man charged with shooting and killing another man on the Southwest side Saturday morning. Investigators said Michael Hernandez is accused of killing 29-year-old Michael Ray Zepeda. The shooting happened before 8 a.m. off … Read more