SA graduate with rare disease set to receive Youth National Award in Los Angeles

The non-profit, National Organization for Rare Disorders, giving the award to Villarreal said she is a shining example of rare disease youth advocacy and leadership. SAN ANTONIO — Abigail Villarreal is described as little, but mighty with a big voice. The teenager all her life has battled with something most of us take for granted. … Read more

‘Didn’t deserve that’: Mother killed in a hit-and-run, loved ones ask community for help

Jessica Vela was killed crossing Harry Wurzbach Road on May 30. Police believe the suspect was driving white Lincoln MKX. SAN ANTONIO — On Wednesday, a family laid a mother of four to rest. Police say Jessica Vela, 39, was killed in a hit-and-run on Harry Wurzbach Road near Timberlane Drive on the northeast side. … Read more

Texas family heads to Japan to see son given two weeks to live after Christmas Eve crash

For the past eight years, Tatsuki has been fighting for his life. His family has created a GoFundMe to help with funeral and medical expenses. SAN ANTONIO — On Christmas Eve eight years ago, the Rawson family’s lives changed forever. The family said their son, Tatsuki, was involved in a serious crash that caused him … Read more

San Antonio City Council agrees to spend $100,000 to fund art exhibit in Mexico

The exhibition, set to open in September, will feature 15 San Antonio artists, poets and storytellers. SAN ANTONIO — $100,000 are heading to Queretaro, Mexico to fund an exhibit titled “Al Otro Lado del Espejo,” which translates to “The Other Side of the Mirror.” The exhibition, set to open in September, will feature 15 San … Read more

Comal Springs is drying up ahead of summer

According to an expert with Edwards Aquifer Authority, areas impacted by Edwards Aquifer have been in a significant drought since 2022. SAN ANTONIO — Comal Springs at Landa Park is normally filled with water. But that’s not the case right now.  Paul Bertetti, senior director of aquifer science research and modeling for the Edwards Aquifer … Read more

80 years since D-Day: SA veterans reflect on sacrifices made by those who fought for freedoms in Normandy

Charlie O’Connors has met countless warriors over the years. He recalls the recent passing of WWII veteran Bennett Stampes, who was 100 years old. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio veterans were reminded this week of the sacrifices made by the tens of thousands of troops who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.  … Read more