Woman whose doctors said she wouldn’t make it to Christmas celebrates holiday at Disney World with family

A GoFundMe page raised more than $112,000 for her family, and a D.C.-based funeral home offered to cover her funeral expenses. WASHINGTON — Kourtni Smith celebrated Christmas with her family in Florida at Disney World. The day was especially joyful because her doctors said she wouldn’t live to see it. In November, WUSA9 told you … Read more

‘She was just special’: Family mourns loss of mother of 2 killed on Christmas Eve

Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said the shooting happened after her two brothers argued over Christmas presents. Both teens have been arrested and charged. LARGO, Fla. — A family is in mourning and trying to process the loss of a loving 23-year-old mom of two during what’s supposed to be the happiest time of the year.  Tuesday night … Read more

‘A (vegan) food extravaganza’: San Antonio restaurants see positive reaction to plant-based initiative

SAN ANTONIO – When you think of the San Antonio culinary scene, you might envision a plate of cheesy enchiladas, smoked brisket or chicken fried steak, but a new effort is aiming to broaden the options at restaurants to include items that are more healthy and environmentally friendly. The mindset of the people behind the … Read more

‘She didn’t deserve to go this way’ | Family speaks after pregnant teen and boyfriend found dead

On Tuesday afternoon, Savanah Soto and Matthew Guerra were found dead inside a car in northwest San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — Two families are in mourning after the bodies of a pregnant woman and her boyfriend were found Tuesday afternoon.  The discovery brings an end to a desperate search for Savanah Soto, who was the … Read more