Inaugural Stars and Stripes Street Parade rolls through downtown San Antonio

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

Highland Park residents gather for reenactment highlighting ‘message of freedom’ for Fourth of July

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

Local organizations host holiday event to bridge gap between black and brown communities

“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

5 things to do this weekend: Celebrate Summerween with some early spooktacular events

This weekend’s lineup includes an early taste of Halloween with a summertime twist. But if you’re not in the spooky mood yet, we’ve got you covered too. SAN ANTONIO — After spending all day outdoors in the heat for your Fourth of July celebrations, you may find yourself already longing for the much cooler days … Read more

Centro Cultural Aztlan celebrates 47th anniversary with El Gran Día de los Artistas on July 20

SAN ANTONIO – Centro Cultural Aztlan is celebrating its 47th anniversary with El Gran Día de los Artistas on July 20. The event will feature an artisan market showcasing original works by local artists, live painting and art demonstrations. There will also be fine art exhibits, live music and poetry performances with one-hour intervals throughout … Read more