San Antonio cyclists pedal silently to honor victims and demand safety changes to protect bikers

San Antonio cyclists participate in the Ride of Silence to honor victims of cycling accidents. SAN ANTONIO — A moving ride rolled out downtown on Wednesday night. The biking community met for San Antonio’s Ride of Silence. It is a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or hurt. Organizer Jeff Moore wore … Read more

Percussion passion propels Harlandale High School senior into elite Marine Band

Dominic Ramirez enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps right out of high school, while earning a coveted spot in the Marine Band. SAN ANTONIO — A high school senior is marching into the future—snare drum in hand and Marine blues on the horizon. Dominic Ramirez, a passionate percussionist and graduating senior at Harlandale High School, … Read more

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay dies at 65

The Colts announced Wednesday Irsay died peacefully in his sleep. INDIANAPOLIS — Colts Nation is devastated upon hearing of the passing of Colts owner Jim Irsay.  His commitment to Indianapolis started back in 1984, one month after Indianapolis welcomed the Colts to town.  Jim Irsay was named general manager and vice president of his father’s … Read more

Texas congressman warns ‘people will die’ over controversial budget vote

Texas Democrats oppose Trump’s budget bill, fearing Medicaid cuts could leave millions uninsured. HOUSTON — A fiery national debate is unfolding over President Trump’s proposed budget. While it extends the 2017 tax cuts, it also calls for slashing nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid and SNAP—a lifeline for millions. Experts say this proposed bill is another … Read more

Texas bill to clarify exceptions to state’s abortion ban clears key hurdle after rocky path

Texas lawmakers have advanced a bill to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S., putting the GOP-backed proposal on the brink of reaching Republican … Read more