Pope visits Venice to speak to the artists and inmates behind the Biennale’s must-see prison show

VENICE – Venice has always been a place of contrasts, of breathtaking beauty and devastating fragility, where history, religion, art and nature have collided over the centuries to produce an otherworldly gem of a city. But even for a place that prides itself on its culture of unusual encounters, Pope Francis’ visit Sunday stood out. … Read more

SAPD: Two dead, four hurt in Historic Market Square shooting on penultimate night of Fiesta

Details are few as of now about the incident, which unfolded near where Fiesta Flambeau was ending. SAN ANTONIO — Fiesta celebration at Historic Market Square was interrupted by deadly gunfire late Saturday night when two young men started shooting at each other and were eventually killed, San Antonio police officials say.  It’s unclear how … Read more

SAPD: Two dead, six hurt in Historic Market Square shooting on penultimate night of Fiesta

Details are few as of now about the incident, which unfolded near where Fiesta Flambeau was ending. SAN ANTONIO — Fiesta celebration at Historic Market Square was interrupted by deadly gunfire late Saturday night when two young men started shooting at each other and were eventually killed, San Antonio police officials say.  It’s unclear how … Read more

Fiesta events for April 28: Festival De Cascarones, Day in Old Mexico, Festival De Animales

SAN ANTONIO – April 28 marks the last day of Fiesta — but fortunately, there are still plenty of fun events planned! Several great events are taking place during the last day of Fiesta, including Festival De Cascarones, Day in Old Mexico and Festival De Animales. Recommended Videos Want to know what’s going on each … Read more

Two local mothers turning their pain into a purpose by creating scholarship in honor of their daughters who died last year

The Forever 22 scholarship helps keep their legacy alive and allows other students to benefit from their names. Fiesta is known as the party with a purpose, but for two mothers this Fiesta, they are turning their pain into a purpose.   Their two daughters Khadija Derry and Aujayna Williams were best friends. They both … Read more

‘Just a second could have saved her’: Family of woman hit, killed while walking on sidewalk speak out

SAN ANTONIO – Monique Angel said in every family photo that her mom, Graciela Angel, was always smiling. “She just wanted to see everyone happy around her,” Monique said. “Her smile was so contagious. She was always smiling, and she was always dancing.” Recommended Videos Even through the pain of losing her mother, the Angel … Read more

Jefferson neighborhood non-profit seeks alumni help for special mission

The Jefferson Neighborhood Association is trying to raise as much money as possible to fund scholarships for high school graduates in their community. SAN ANTONIO — For the first time, a local non-profit is calling on community alumni for a helping hand. The Jefferson Neighborhood Association, which includes the area of Woodlawn Lake Park, Jefferson … Read more