From child welfare to college graduate, 23-year-old Michelle Calleros wants to inspire others from a similar background. SAN ANTONIO — There’s nothing quite like the graduation season for high school and college students! And imagine overcoming the challenges of being within the child welfare system to walking the stage as one San Antonio’s hundreds of … Read more
Shelters and rescues are full of dogs across the county. That leaves citizens who are trying to do the right thing in a tough spot. SAN ANTONIO — When Aaron Shamberger found a dog running around in a friend’s yard, he tried to do what’s best for it. He took the dog in, fed it, … Read more
This shooting came just hours after a rally demanding an end to gun violence also on the East Side at Phillis Wheatley Park.
SAN ANTONIO – Part of Pride Month is having difficult conversations about LGBTQ+ issues and replacing negative stigmas with educational awareness. The Pride on the Eastside Festival did just that in a fun and empowering way on Saturday. Event coordinator Thomas Evans said Pride is more than a celebration — it’s a time to bring … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – Robert Salcido, executive director of Pride Center San Antonio, joined Episode 1 of the South Texas Pride Podcast to discuss the upcoming Icons Brunch. The annual event celebrates several LGBTQ+ community members who are making a difference. Salcido also tells us about other upcoming events for Pride Center SA. Celebrate Pride Month … Read more
Alejandro Pena, a now former employee at West Campus HS, was arrested after a student alleged that they were in a relationship. SAN ANTONIO — A coach at a San Antonio high school has been arrested and charged with having an improper relationship with a student, according to arresting documents. Authorities said the suspect is … Read more
KYIV – The award-winning film “20 Days in Mariupol” made its premiere in Ukraine on Saturday, seen for the first time by some of the Ukrainian medics and first responders who were chronicled in the documentary about how Russian forces bombed and blasted their way into the southeastern port city last year. Repeated standing ovations … Read more