NEW YORK – The Associated Press has won a prestigious broadcast journalism award for “20 Days in Mariupol,” its documentary on the war in Ukraine produced with PBS’ “Frontline.” The documentary was among 15 winners of the 2024 duPont-Columbia Awards announced at a ceremony at Columbia University in New York on Thursday. Founded in 1942, … Read more
“I didn’t even get to hug him or anything,” the mom said. “The first thing I asked them is why he is so blue?” SAN ANTONIO — A welcome to the world was greeted with a big scare. A Del Rio baby not even a day old had to undergo heart surgery. The surgery was … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — Wastewater workers have been fighting to gain control of a spill at the region’s main treatment facility after heavy rains caused a blockage, resulting in an overflow of more than 100,000 gallons of water. It happened at the Steven M. Clouse Water Recycling Center on Valley Road in south Bexar County. The … Read more
NEW ORLEANS – Harry Connick Sr., who was New Orleans’ district attorney for three decades and later faced allegations that his staff sometimes held back evidence that could have helped defendants, died Thursday at age 97. Connick died peacefully at his home in New Orleans with his wife, Londa, and children — Suzanna and musician … Read more
Local experts say it’s crucial to take all the precautions you can because cyber-attacks are at a peak right now. TEXAS, USA — Tax filing season is on its way and so is cyber crime! That’s why experts are warning people on how to avoid tax scams so they can protect themselves and their loved … Read more
Courage took to City Hall on Thursday to announce his candidacy. SAN ANTONIO — On Thursday, from the steps of San Antonio City Hall, District 9 representative John Courage announced his candidacy for mayor about 16 months before voters head to the polls. He is the first to officially jump into the race. Since … Read more
James is the first 20-time All-Star in NBA history. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, whose career scoring record was broken by James last season, was a 19-time selection. NEW YORK — LeBron James joined yet another exclusive club, and he’ll have plenty of familiar faces alongside him at this season’s NBA All-Star Game. James is now an All-Star … Read more