Catholics and Jews come together for a holiday spark at San Fernando Cathedral

Attendees will see a menorah lighting, hear from local faith leaders, and listen to a keynote by Rabbi Norman Cohen of Minnesota’s Bet Shalom Congregation. SAN ANTONIO — Catholics and Jews are coming together under one roof to celebrate Hanukkah at the iconic San Fernando Cathedral. The noon gathering on Thursday, Dec. 18, will highlight … Read more

UTSA announces $30M gift from the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation

The funding will support scholarships, fellowships, community outreach, and evidence-based health interventions to tackle chronic conditions. SAN ANTONIO — The University of Texas at San Antonio has received a $30 million gift from the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation to support its School of Public Health, now named the Kate Marmion School of Public Health. The … Read more

Joe Ely, Texas singer-songwriter legend, dead at 78

Legendary Texas musician Joe Ely, known for his fervent American roots performances and influential songwriting, died at 78. DALLAS — Joe Ely, the legendary songwriter, singer and storyteller whose career spanned more than five decades, has died from complications related to Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and pneumonia. He was 78. In a statement posted … Read more

SAPD: Man shot outside ‘estranged’ girlfriend’s apartment expected to be OK

According to SAPD, a 35-year-old woman was taken into custody at the scene. SAN ANTONIO — A man was shot Monday afternoon while knocking on the door of his “estranged” girlfriend’s apartment on the northwest side, according to the San Antonio Police Department. Authorities said nearby officers were working an unrelated burglary report near the … Read more

Spurs legend David Robinson suing his longtime business partner

David Robinson is suing his business partner for alleged fraud, marking a high-stakes legal battle that underscores potential conflicts in private equity. SAN ANTONIO — Spurs Hall of Famer David Robinson is suing his longtime business partner, alleging fraud, civil conspiracy, and conversion in a lawsuit filed this week. The lawsuit claims that Daniel Bassichis, … Read more

McNay Art Museum’s new exhibition celebrates parks, plazas and the joy of being together

The exhibition features more than 15 works highlighting how public spaces bring people together through art, culture and everyday life. SAN ANTONIO — Bustling markets, lively parks and music-filled plazas take center stage in a new exhibition at the McNay Art Museum. “Ferias, Parques y Plazas: A Celebration of Public Space” opens Jan. 8 and … Read more