Republican U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales joined the KSAT Q&A on Friday with Stephania Jimenez and Myra Arthur to discuss the new defense spending bill, which has passed in the U.S. House but has yet to pass through the U.S. Senate.

University Health Dr. Amy Cobb joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewers' pressing health questions on Thursday.

CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital Dr. Perla Soni joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer a variety of viewers’ pediatric questions.

On this week’s edition of Doc Talk, University Health Dr. Amy Cobb joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewer’s health-related questions on a wide range of topics including arthritis, whooping cough and American Diabetes Month.

CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital Dr. Perla Soni joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer a variety of viewers’ pediatric questions including determining if your child needs braces and understanding pneumonia.

Gordan Hartman, a representative of Renew SA, joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss various propositions within the City of San Antonio Charter.

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester, Myra Arthur, Stephania Jimenez convene the ‘Power Panel’ to cover election night live

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester, Myra Arthur, Stephania Jimenez convene the ‘Power Panel’ to cover election night live

On this week’s edition of Doc Talk, UT Health San Antonio and University Health pediatric hospitalist Dr. Dina Tom joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewers’ pediatric questions about bronchitis and sleeping among other topics.

University Health medical director Dr. Leo Lopez joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewers’ health questions including tips to help treat scalp psoriasis, learning to control diabetes and ways that can help lower the risk of getting breast cancer.

On this week’s edition of Doc Talk, University Health Dr. Amy Cobb joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewer’s questions on a wide range of topics including what parents can do when feeling under pressure and what steps people can take to protect themselves from respiratory syncytial virus.

Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra joins Friday’s KSAT Q&A to discuss weekend happenings in and around San Antonio.

On this week’s edition of Doc Talk, Dr. Dina Tom, University Health pediatric hospitalist and UT Health in San Antonio, joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to talk about if children should get an updated COVID-19 shot, what causes sweaty palms and feet in children and more.

David Crockett, political science professor at Trinity University, joined KSAT 12 anchors Stephania Jimenez and Myra Arthur to answer viewer questions on a wide range of topics including Crockett’s thoughts on what we can expect for the Democratic National Convention and discussion on whether the convention matters to voters.

Puro Picks airs Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Dr. Christopher Case, a pediatrician with CHRISTUS Children’s, joined the KSAT Q&A to answer viewers' health questions.

Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss conversations about the San Antonio Mission moving downtown and the county budget.

Jim Jackson, co-chief investment officer of Victory Income Investors, appeared on the 6 O’Clock News to explain the recent stock market decline.

On Friday, Sig Christenson, a military reporter with the San Antonio Express-News, joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the United States’ recent prisoner swap.

Dr. Jendi Haug, a pediatric emergency medicine physician with CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital, joined KSAT’s Doc Talk program on Thursday to answer viewers’ health questions.

Doc Talk airs every Thursday at 6:30 on KSAT

Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra joined Friday’s KSAT Q&A to talk about weekend happenings in and around San Antonio.

British social media influencers Josh and Jace stopped by the KSAT studios on their journey through Texas.

San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss several points that affect San Antonio.

Doc Talk airs every Thursday at 6:30 on KSAT

On this week's edition of Doc Talk, University Health pediatric hospitalist and UT Health San Antonio Dr. Dina Tom joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewers' questions.

Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19.

Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar discusses the county's new court records management system, Odyssey.

University Health medical director Dr. Leo Lopez III joined this week's edition of Doc Talk.

Bobby Barrera is the current director of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.

University Health medical director Dr. Leo Lopez III joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to answer viewers’ health questions about hypertension, cholesterol and more.

Doc Talk happens at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday on KSAT

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur are hosting a livestream Tuesday night with real-time election results for the May 28 Texas Primary runoff election.

Steve Spriester sits down with state Rep. John Kuempel and his runoff opponent Alan Schoolcraft as school vouchers has helped define their race for Kuempel's Texas House seat.

In the first episode of "Common Grounds," we explore the U.S. Rep. District 23 Republican runoff race between two-term incumbent Tony Gonzales and YouTube show host and gunmaker Brandon Herrera.

San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg answers questions regarding direct flights coming out of San Antonio, an influx of people moving to the Alamo City in the past year, and ongoing pay negotiations with the San Antonio Fire Department and the city.

University Health Pediatric Hospitalist Dr. Dina Tom joined KSAT anchors Stephania Jimenez and Myra Arthur to answer viewers’ health questions about diabetes, thyroids and more.

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur hosted a livestream Tuesday night with real-time election results for the March 5 primary election.

The town hall will feature mental health experts and representatives from local school districts to talk about how to mentally prepare your children for the new school year.

On Friday on the 6 p.m. news, KSAT 12 anchors Myra Arthur and Steve Spriester interviewed Barragan about the story.

These women are great journalists and even better mothers.

San Antonio's first in-depth local streaming program has been honored with a national award recognizing the work of KSAT's talented team of journalists.

Dig into illegal street racing, roadside dumping & more with the KSAT team on Tuesday, March 22 at 7 p.m.

KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur cover the Texas primary election live March 1.

Dr. Ruth Berggren, an infectious disease specialist with UT Health San Antonio, joined Thursday’s KSAT Q&A to discuss COVID-19 reinfection with the new variant, omicron’s effect on frontline health care workers and precautions to take for those who start showing symptoms and can't find a test.

A new experience that brings one of the key locations of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo to life was unveiled Friday with a ceremony for the Palisade Exhibit.

Imran Ahmed, Center for Countering Digital Hate CEO, joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur to discuss the spread of COVID-19 misinformation online.

Dr. Jason Bowling, director of Hospital Epidemiology at University Health, talks with Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur about COVID-19 vaccines and the questions that come with them.

Dr. Ruth Berggren talks with Steve and Myra about Fiesta events that will offer COVID-19 vaccinations.

Tech Bloc CEO David Heard joined Myra Arthur and Steve Spriester joined the KSAT Q&A on Tuesday to discuss San Antonio’s tech district and its future.

On Wednesday’s KSAT Q&A, Steve Spreister and Myra Arthur spoke with Sondra Ajasin, CEO and Founder of Trulight127 Ministries, about the state removing foster children from the care of Family Tapestry.

During the town hall, we will explore the impacts of mental health and wellness this year and beyond. We’ll also be answering mental health and wellness questions that you can submit ahead of time.

AdThe first Southside Book Fair is coming up on May 16 and it will bring together local and other Texas authors who will be autographing and selling their books. There will also be a kid’s writing contest to encourage kids to write and share their stories. Local girl featured in DoSeum exhibit that celebrates creative advantage of DyslexiaDo you know of a classroom or school that is doing amazing work and deserves to be featured in KSAT Kids? AdVideo: ‘Parenting in a Pandemic’ livestream special - VOD - clipped versionFirst Southside Book Fair coming May 2021 and its free! The first Southside Book Fair will be held on May 16, 2021 at Brooster’s Backyard Ice House from noon to 4 p.m.Children reading a book.

While things seem more hopeful in recent weeks, parents are still battling with the effects of the pandemic. Anxiety and depression are on the riseA big and important topic the pandemic has highlighted is mental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, anxiety and depression in children has increased over the past decade or so. Signs of depression and anxiety in childrenUltimately, Knudsen said “parents know their kids and I think they know when there’s been a significant change. AdThe A-GAME scale is something Andrus created to help parents know when it’s time to act on potential tech addiction.

On Tuesday, anchor Myra Arthur hosted KSAT’s second “Parenting in a Pandemic” livestream special, which you can watch in the player above. The first ‘Parenting in a Pandemic’ livestream focused on adapting to change surrounding school and helping parents identify signs of sickness or struggles. You can watch that full livestream here. Ad📣CALLING ALL PARENTS 👶What have you learned while parenting during a pandemic? Posted by KSAT 12 & KSAT.com on Saturday, November 14, 2020Read more on our KSAT Kids page:Pregnancy in a pandemic: KSAT anchor Courtney Friedman has a big announcement

SAN ANTONIO – Editor’s Note: This stream has ended. Watch the episode on demand by clicking here. Tune in to a special live edition of KSAT Explains hosted by Myra Arthur focusing on San Antonio’s hidden Black history. Click here for more information about this episode.

Copyright 2021 by KSAT - All rights reserved. Steve Spriester and Isis Romero talk with KSAT Senior Account Executive Jessica Bakke about her family’s scary battle with COVID-19. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.

KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur talk with Dr. Bryan Alsip of University Hospital about future plans for more COVID-19 vaccines in San Antonio.

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur sit down with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg to discuss updates to the local COVID-19 situation.

KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur sit down with Scott Braddock, editor of the Quroum Report, to talk about the Texas Legislature.

My family is out of quarantine 14 days after my son began having a fever.

SAN ANTONIO – This week’s KSAT Explains debrief on GMSA at 9 examines the COVID-19 vaccine and takes a look into the science behind the medicine. Myra Arthur talks to anchors Mark Austin and Stephanie Serna and discusses episode 19, an episode that covers the safety of the vaccine for a better understanding of what it will take to end the pandemic. You can watch or stream the full episode of ‘KSAT Explains’ by clicking here.

San Antonio Metro Health took a big step on Tuesday and issued a directive advising against in-person instruction due to rising COVID-19 positivity rates in our area. She has since used her platform to donate some of her proceeds to the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio. And for students still seeking additional schooling help, the San Antonio Public Library continues to offer resources to help with their lessons. Enjoy ‘Nutcracker: Under the Stars’ live performance from the comfort of your vehicleWalk through Starry Safari at the annual San Antonio Zoo LightsThe San Antonio Zoo is bringing back the annual Zoo Lights holiday celebration and this year it also includes LEGO brick sculptures. Walk through Starry Safari at the annual San Antonio Zoo LightsRelated Links

SAN ANTONIO – This week’s KSAT Explains debrief on GMSA at 9 examines the push to save live music venues and theaters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Myra Arthur talks to anchors Mark Austin and Stephanie Serna and discusses episode 18′s look at the pandemic’s impact on the arts and why these venues are so important. You can watch or stream the full episode by clicking here.

SAN ANTONIO – Missed our first ‘Parenting in a Pandemic’ livestream last week? From safety and school to screen time and boredom, here’s a recap of some of the key topics local experts discussed with anchor Myra Arthur. If a child is showing these symptoms and or has a known exposure they should be tested for the virus. Make sure screen time is valuableMany parents are concerned about how much time their kids are spending in front of a screen. The teachers are not ok. And that’s ok because nobody has it figured out right now.”If you still have questions or concerns surrounding kids and coronavirus, leave them below for our experts to answer during the next ‘Parenting in a Pandemic’ livestream.

And now, on to the next holiday, as we’re only 22 days away from Christmas! Click below to leave a question or share something the pandemic has taught you about parenting. And for students still seeking additional schooling help, the San Antonio Public Library continues to offer resources to help with their lessons. Young girl released from hospital, fulfills dream of riding in medical helicopterDo you know a classroom or school that is doing amazing work and deserves to be featured in KSAT Kids? Student activitiesKSAT Kids Home Science: Candy Cane ArtAre you looking for something fun to do at home that has a little bit of science behind it?

Editor’s Note: Watch the first episode of the 3-part series in the video player at the bottom of this article. Part one, hosted by anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur on Dec. 2, focused on COVID-19′s impact on the San Antonio region. On Wednesday, Dec. 9, KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero hosted experts from Trinity University to discuss and answer your questions about COVID-19′s impact on the education community in South Texas. Partnering with Trinity University for the 3 part series, the first night on Dec. 2 will tackle the health and economic ways this disease has affected so many of us. Panelists for the first night will include Christine Drennon, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Trinity University; David Macpherson, Ph.D., Chair Department of Economics at Trinity University; and Alfred Montoya, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Sociology and Anthropology.

SAN ANTONIO – As we prepare for a livestream regarding “Parenting in a Pandemic,” we’re asking viewers to share stories, questions, tips and tricks from their experience as a parent in 2020. The responses so far focus on schooling, appreciation of teachers and other child-development workers and balancing all the different pressures of the coronavirus pandemic. Those concerns are exactly why KSAT anchor Myra Arthur is hosting a livestream for parents with a panel of experts to share tips, tricks and answer questions. The panelists, who, like Myra, are also parents, include a child psychiatrist, an epidemiologist and the founder of San Antonio Charter Moms. Amy WilkieDoing the schoolwork at home has its benefits, but are these students actually learning anything while being at home?

SAN ANTONIO – Are you juggling working from home and helping your little one with school? Parenting can be difficult enough... throw in a global pandemic and a full-time, non-stop job and that’s enough to make any parent question how they’re doing. AdThe panelists, who are also parents, include a child psychiatrist, an epidemiologist and the founder of San Antonio Charter Moms. Together with you, they’ll dive into the extra challenges 2020 has dealt for moms, dads and guardians through school struggles, pandemic stress, health and safety, managing screentime and battling boredom. Leave a question for our experts or share something the pandemic has taught you about parenting in the prompt below, or let us know in the comments.

SAN ANTONIO – This week’s KSAT Explains debrief on GMSA at 9 examines voting in Bexar County during a pandemic along with the volatile political climate. Myra Arthur and RJ Marquez talk to anchors Mark Austin and Stephanie Serna and discuss what you can expect to see at the polls, how polling locations have changed in Bexar County and why this year has inspired some people to get more involved in the political process. You can watch or stream the full episode by clicking here.

SAN ANTONIO – The GMSA@9 anchors talk with Myra Arthur about episode 11 of “KSAT Explains”, which examines the transit proposition on the ballot, along with funding for future projects and goals. To view the video, click above. KSAT Explains: What is the future of transportation in San Antonio? Additional videos:

SAN ANTONIO – This week’s KSAT Explains debrief on GMSA at 9 takes a look at San Antonio’s troubled mass transit history. Myra Arthur talks to anchors Mark Austin and Sarah Acosta to discuss efforts to expand transportation offerings, but the efforts have not been successful. You can watch or stream the full episode of KSAT Explains: San Antonio’s troubled mass transit history right here.

SAN ANTONIO This weeks KSAT Explains debrief on GMSA at 9 takes a look at when students will return to school this fall. Myra Arthur discusses the challenges local superintendents, educators, parents and students from our area face returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also dive into the concerns from students and how private schools are approaching the new school year. You can watch or stream the full episode of KSAT Explains: Back to school during a pandemic right here.

On Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. on our Chat with KSAT page, right after Spriester and Arthur finish anchoring the 6 p.m. newscasts, online viewers on can submit questions and get answers straight from the anchors.

SAN ANTONIO The GMSA@9 anchors talk with Myra Arthur about episode 2 of KSAT Explains which focuses on the battle brewing in Texas over mail-in voting during COVID-19. To view the video, click above. KSAT Explains: Your questions answered about mail-in voting controversy in Texas during coronavirus pandemicAdditional videos:

San Antonio Carey Latimore, associate professor and historian at Trinity University, talked with KSATs Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur about the history of Juneteenth as a holiday in America. Related: Google joins nationwide celebration of JuneteenthFrom then on, formerly enslaved people celebrated June 19 as Juneteenth, marking their freedom. Latimore said that Juneteenth ebbs and flows in popularity, but American people are identifying with the holiday because of peoples relationships with race and society. I think weve reached a point in our society that were starting to question our relationship with race and to question ways in which we really have a question, Latimore said. Do black lives matter in the same way as other lives?'

SAN ANTONIO – In today’s GMSA@9 debrief, RJ Marquez and Myra Arthur talk about ‘KSAT Explains’, a new weekly, in-depth show that will dive into one topic per episode. To view the video, click above. KSAT Explains: Unrest in America; How George Floyd protests sparked movement across nation and San AntonioAdditional videos:

SAN ANTONIO Demonte Alexander, director of external affairs & special projects for Bexar Facts, talks with Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur about the upcoming Bexar Facts-KSAT-Rivard Report poll and his experience living as a black man in America. Steve and Myra interviewed Demonte during KSAT 12 News at 6, which can be in the video player above. The interview was extended to the KSAT News Nightbeat, which can be viewed in the video player below.

SAN ANTONIO Veteran KSAT anchor Myra Arthur will return to KSAT Wednesday as she heads back to work after the birth of her second child. Its bittersweet when maternity leave ends. What did Myra enjoy most about maternity leave? Before her maternity leave, Arthur was reporting and anchoring KSATs 6 p.m. newscast and the digital-only News at 9. So onto the next phase in the 9 p.m. evolution.Related: Get to know KSAT 12s Myra Arthur

SAN ANTONIO – KSAT News at 9 anchor Myra Arthur gave birth to a healthy baby boy on Wednesday. Arthur said he arrived “fast and furiously, much to the shock of mom, dad and hospital staff!”Get to know KSAT 12′s Myra ArthurThe baby weighed 9lbs, 5oz and measured 21.5″ long. Mom, dad, baby and big brother are all ecstatic and doing well. Congratulations! Scroll down for more adorable pictures of Myra and her baby boy:

Meet 15-year-old CarolineJapanese is just one of the languages Caroline is learning. Caroline has hope for a home. Caroline: "Honestly, I really don't know. If I brought some of them out here, I don't want to brag because I don't brag about myself," Caroline said. At 15, Caroline said she's ready to be adopted and she's upfront about the challenges she's faced.