Virtual gamified event creates interactive learning experience for individuals with ADHD

SAN ANTONIO – As Stephanie Scheller pushes her bow across violin strings, the sound that comes out is emotional and mesmerizing. But to her, the main thing is that it’s calming. “Music actually does change your brainwaves. It just — it gives me a dopamine release too, which, as someone with ADHD, helps me get … Read more

Customers head to Fiesta-themed stores for last-minute items before ‘party with a purpose’ begins

SAN ANTONIO – Fiesta will be here before we know it, and that means people are scurrying to local stores for last-minute items. From flower crowns, confetti and papel picado to clothing and more, Amol’s on Fredericksburg Road is always a popular spot, and of course, there’s also the Fiesta Store near North Star Mall. … Read more

‘Miranda Casarez is not a monster’: Defense tells jury death of 4-year-old boy was not starvation-related

SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Medical Examiner had ruled the cause of death starvation for a four-year-old boy, but another medical examiner had a different opinion. Benjamin Cervera died in August 2021, and his death was ruled starvation by Bexar County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Kimberley Molina. Benjamin’s stepmother, Miranda Casarez, along with his … Read more

🎊 FIESTA FORECAST: Unseasonably warm start, with a weekend cool front and rain chances

A humid and warmer-than-average weather pattern will be the theme this week, all the way into the start of Fiesta activities on Thursday. A cool front may push through South Texas next weekend, sending cooler temperatures and slightly better rain chances into the forecast by the weekend. Here’s what to monitor: KEY POINTS Unseasonably warm … Read more

Erik Cantu, Emily Proulx file civil lawsuit against James Brennand, San Antonio over 2022 McDonald’s shooting

SAN ANTONIO – Erik Cantu, the teen who was shot by an SAPD officer outside a McDonald’s in 2022, has filed a civil lawsuit against former SAPD officer James Brennand and the City of San Antonio. Cantu and Emily Proulx, the passenger in Cantu’s car, are being represented by high-profile civil rights attorney Ben Crump, … Read more

Monkey bites 11-year-old boy during family gathering over weekend, ACS says

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Animal Care Services is investigating a case involving a monkey that bit an 11-year-old boy on Saturday. The owned Vervet monkey, a species with gray fur and dark faces that is typically medium- to large-sized, bit the child’s right ear during a family gathering, according to ACS. Recommended Videos Family … Read more