SAN ANTONIO – Outside his office on the second floor of the Public Safety Headquarters in downtown San Antonio, Fire Chief Charles Hood has a space that honors fallen firefighters. Seven of those photos are of firefighters who have died from occupational cancer. “The silent killer is the one where our members fight for years. … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – From working on a farm to traveling the world, Little Joe Hernandez has been entertaining crowds for more than 60 years. This year he was the recipient of the prestigious National Heritage Fellowship Award from the National Endowment of the Arts. Little Joe is no stranger to awards as he has won … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – To see her now tending to premature babies, some weighing less than an ounce, there’s no hint of the struggles Dr. Isabel Basaldu-Prado endured as a child. “My mother suffered with schizophrenia, and my father, unfortunately, was an alcoholic,” said Basaldu-Prado, a neonatologist at Mission Trails Baptist Hospital affectionally known as “Dr. … Read more
It’s hot chocolate season, and why should kids have all the fun? The folks at Consumer Reports made dozens of cups of hot cocoa to find the best ones for your holiday season. One of the benefits of winter weather is coming in from the cold to a warm mug of hot cocoa. It’s a … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – Public safety and the well-being of loved ones were two issues of great importance in the San Antonio community in 2023 and the driving forces behind much of the reporting from KSAT Investigates this year. The investigative unit spent months reviewing resignation letters and exit questionnaires from former employees of the Bexar … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – Baby Shark is going on the road. “Baby Shark’s Big Broadway Tour” will splash down in San Antonio at the Majestic Theatre for two performances in May. There will be a 2 p.m. and a 6 p.m. performance on May 4. Tickets are on sale online and start at $30. There are … Read more
SAN ANTONIO – On the day after Christmas each year, another holiday begins — Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa isn’t a religious holiday but a celebration of African-American culture and heritage. It’s a time for reflection and connection. The holiday was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, a professor and activist. It became more popular in the … Read more