No jail time for San Antonio woman filmed abusing dog; instead gets 8 years of probation

Havanna Miller, 23, is also barred from owning any pets during her probation — a restriction the judge emphasized extends to “not even a goldfish.” SAN ANTONIO — A woman caught on video striking her dog with a leash at least 17 times on a west-side apartment balcony has learned her punishment. 23-year-old Havanna Miller … Read more

Healthy SA: Breaking the stigma of menopause

Menopause is a natural part of life that affects mental health as well. SAN ANTONIO — October is Menopause Awareness Month, a disease that is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. That time of life can have a huge impact on a woman’s physical and mental health. The impacts are far and wide, affecting life, work, relationships … Read more

Judge denies mistrial request as detective faces scrutiny in Melissa Perez shooting trial

The lead detective in the case was grilled over his timing on executing warrants for the three defendants, who were arrested within 16 hours of Perez’s killing. SAN ANTONIO — A Bexar County judge on Tuesday denied a defense request for a mistrial in the ongoing trial of three former San Antonio police officers charged … Read more

Volunteer registration opens for 46th annual Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner

In addition, the Kym Rapier Foundation has donated $100,000 for the event. SAN ANTONIO — The call is out for volunteers to help feed thousands of San Antonians this Thanksgiving. Online registration for the 46th annual Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner is now open. Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones helped kick off this year’s sign-up campaign. “This … Read more