Andre Braugher, Emmy-winning actor who starred in ‘Homicide’ and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine,’ dies at 61

LOS ANGELES – Andre Braugher, the Emmy-winning actor who would master gritty drama for seven seasons on “Homicide: Life on The Street” and modern comedy for eight on “Brooklyn 99,” died Monday at 61. Braugher died after a brief illness, his publicist Jennifer Allen told The Associated Press. No further details were given. The Chicago-born … Read more

Looking for ways to teach kids how to give this holiday? Nonprofits say they need volunteers

SAN ANTONIO – The holiday season can bring out the desire to give in some people, but some nonprofits are facing a shortage of volunteers who want to give up their time. Brad Mayhard with the Salvation Army says donations are down about 37% because there’s a shortage of bell ringers. “We need bell ringers … Read more

San Antonio nonprofit saved by Christmas miracle

SAN ANTONIO – From a major setback to a Christmas miracle. On Monday morning, the nonprofit Blessed Angels found their work vehicles vandalized and burglarized. By Tuesday, the nonprofit had received an outpouring of support. Marion Thomas is the CEO of Blessed Angels, a nonprofit that delivers groceries to about 200 homebound seniors every month. … Read more