Military City, USA was on full display for America’s Independence Day. SAN ANTONIO — People flocked to downtown San Antonio on Thursday morning to take in the colors, sights and sounds of the inaugural Stars and Stripes Street Parade. According to Centro San Antonio, Stars and Stripes on Houston Street is the first major Fourth … Read more
From helping the homeless to calling up comrades, Fred Alvarado and Sebastian Gallegos have unique ways of grappling with loud noises on America’s birthday. SAN ANTONIO — The mental wounds of war never really go away. Every Fourth of July, Army veteran Fred Alvarado is reminded of those dark days as fireworks trigger trauma from … Read more
Neighbors say freedom must be passed forward. SAN ANTONIO — One short mile from where three people were shot overnight, neighbors in Highland Park gathered to celebrate Independence Day and reflect on the challenges the country faced then and now. For the seventh year in a row, neighborhood resident and Vietnam veteran Tom Wetzler donned … Read more
“We’re here to show them there’s no need to pick up a gun to fight, come together and pick up a plate,” said Leslie Balderas-Salazar. SAN ANTONIO — Just last week the United States Surgeon General declared gun violence, a public health crisis. San Antonio police shared numbers which showed shooting calls in the city … Read more
As always, people around San Antonio, Bexar County and beyond are stocking up on fireworks and getting ready to celebrate the holiday with a fantastic show. KSAT’s livecams will have great views of the city horizon from different angles. Watch them below and always remember to practice firework safety. Happy Fourth of July from KSAT … Read more
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas — A man was bit by a shark during Fourth of July celebrations on South Padre Island Thursday, according to The Associated Press. The incident was reported to police at 11 a.m. The man was immediately treated by fire and police crews at the beach, then taken to a hospital. “Currently, … Read more
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas — Several people were hurt in a shark attack on Thursday along South Padre Island, according to officials. Texas Game Warden Captain Chris Dowdy said four people were bitten in the attack which was reported near Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill. According to Dowdy, officials believe that one shark was … Read more