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Doc Talk: University Health doctor answers KSAT viewers' health-related questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health doctor answers KSAT viewers' health-related questionsOn 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.
Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s doctor answers viewers’ pediatric questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s doctor answers viewers’ pediatric questionsCHRISTUS 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.
Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio booms
Read full article: Residents fight for Thompson neighborhood improvements as Port San Antonio boomsIn this episode of “Know My Neighborhood,” KSAT explores the good, the bad, and the frustrating of Thompson, and why residents are standing together to fight the city and to show the passion and sacrifice of generations who have called this area home.
KSAT’s election night livestream with results, reaction, analysis for November 5 election
Read full article: KSAT’s election night livestream with results, reaction, analysis for November 5 electionKSAT anchors Steve Spriester, Myra Arthur, Stephania Jimenez convene the ‘Power Panel’ to cover election night live
KSAT’s election night livestream with results, reaction, analysis for November 5 election
Read full article: KSAT’s election night livestream with results, reaction, analysis for November 5 electionKSAT anchors Steve Spriester, Myra Arthur, Stephania Jimenez convene the ‘Power Panel’ to cover election night live
Spriester Sessions: Texas Senator Ted Cruz looks to defeat Congressman Colin Allred
Read full article: Spriester Sessions: Texas Senator Ted Cruz looks to defeat Congressman Colin AllredCruz discusses what sets him apart, the huge amount of money raised by Allred, and his now well-documented trip to Cancun during the Texas power outage in 2021.
Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom returns to answer viewers’ pediatric questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom returns to answer viewers’ pediatric questionsOn 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.
Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s physician answers viewers’ pediatric questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s physician answers viewers’ pediatric questionsCHRISTUS Children’s Hospital physician Dr. Courtney Smith joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Stephania Jimenez to answer viewers’ health pediatric questions on ear infections, iron levels and diabetes.
Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewer’s health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewer’s health questionsUniversity 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.
Doc Talk: University Health Dr. Amy Cobb answers viewer’s health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health Dr. Amy Cobb answers viewer’s health questionsOn 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.
Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s pediatrician Dr. Alex Henri answers viewer’s health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: CHRISTUS Children’s pediatrician Dr. Alex Henri answers viewer’s health questionsOn this week’s edition of Doc Talk, Dr. Alex Henri, emergency department pediatrician at CHRISTUS Children’s, joined KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Stephania Jimenez to answer viewer's questions on a wide range of topics including recommendations for best teething hacks and best lotions for when babies have dry skin.
Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom discusses viewers’ pediatric health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom discusses viewers’ pediatric health questionsOn 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.
🌞 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Cirque du Soleil, Festival of India, Future & Metro Boomin
Read full article: 🌞 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Cirque du Soleil, Festival of India, Future & Metro BoominHi! Welcome to the second to last weekend of August. Time sure has flown by this month.
Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewer’s health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewer’s health questionsUniversity Health medical director Dr. Leo Lopez III joined KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Stephania Jimenez to answer viewers' health questions about Covid booster shots, best practices to avoid a virus for when children start school and learning to see if arthritis causes high blood pressure.
Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom discusses viewers’ pediatric health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health’s Dr. Dina Tom discusses viewers’ pediatric health questionsOn 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 Daniela Ibarra to answer viewers' health questions.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinances
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinancesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss several points that affect San Antonio.
Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewers’ health questions
Read full article: Doc Talk: University Health medical director answers viewers’ health questionsUniversity 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.
Election night livestream for results, reaction, analysis of May 28 Texas primary runoff
Read full article: Election night livestream for results, reaction, analysis of May 28 Texas primary runoffKSAT 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.
Common Grounds: Power of a voucher measured in Texas House runoff between Kuempel, Schoolcraft
Read full article: Common Grounds: Power of a voucher measured in Texas House runoff between Kuempel, SchoolcraftSteve 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.
Common Grounds: Opposites Tony Gonzales, Brandon Herrera face off in final stretch of Congressional runoff
Read full article: Common Grounds: Opposites Tony Gonzales, Brandon Herrera face off in final stretch of Congressional runoffIn 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.
WATCH: Election night livestream for results, reaction, analysis of March 5 Texas primary
Read full article: WATCH: Election night livestream for results, reaction, analysis of March 5 Texas primaryKSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur hosted a livestream Tuesday night with real-time election results for the March 5 primary election.
Exclusive: Former SAFD Chief Charles Hood speaks about forced retirement and his legacy
Read full article: Exclusive: Former SAFD Chief Charles Hood speaks about forced retirement and his legacySpriester Sessions: Hood covers a range of topics, from his ousting to the death of SAFD firefighter Scott Deem
Know My Neighborhood: KSAT launches project to listen to and spotlight communities around San Antonio
Read full article: Know My Neighborhood: KSAT launches project to listen to and spotlight communities around San AntonioThe team behind the project described it as “a deep dive into issues on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood basis.”
Spriester Sessions: San Antonio’s largest school district has a new leader
Read full article: Spriester Sessions: San Antonio’s largest school district has a new leaderDr. John Craft left Killeen ISD to take over a school district known for having superintendents that take a leading role in state education policy.
Spriester Sessions: State senator fueled by inaction after Robb Elementary shooting
Read full article: Spriester Sessions: State senator fueled by inaction after Robb Elementary shootingIn this Spriester Session, Sen. Gutierrez talks about challenging the Republican and Democrat “status quo,” being labeled a “radical liberal” by Ted Cruz, and how his family feels about this new challenge.
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez discusses why he’s running for US Senate seat
Read full article: State Sen. Roland Gutierrez discusses why he’s running for US Senate seatState Sen. Roland Gutierrez sat down with KSAT anchor Steve Spriester to discuss why he is running for United States senator, pointing to failures during and after the shooting at Robb Elementary as part of the reason why.
Spriester Sessions: Northside ISD superintendent discusses why he’s leaving, hot topics facing Texas public schools
Read full article: Spriester Sessions: Northside ISD superintendent discusses why he’s leaving, hot topics facing Texas public schoolsDr. Brian Woods is leaving the city’s largest school district after 11 years. KSAT anchor Steve Spriester sits down with the Northside ISD superintendent to discuss why he’s leaving the district, school safety, and what Woods believes is the biggest threat to Texas public schools.
Spriester Sessions: Head of San Antonio FBI division says community involvement critical to stopping violent incidents
Read full article: Spriester Sessions: Head of San Antonio FBI division says community involvement critical to stopping violent incidentsIn this Spriester Sessions episode, KSAT anchor Steve Spriester sat down with Oliver Rich Jr., special agent in charge of the FBI’s San Antonio Division. Rich discusses his office’s challenges and his challenge for everyone in the San Antonio area to keep our community safer.
THURSDAY at 7p: KSAT hosts town hall on burn pits and resources for veterans
Read full article: THURSDAY at 7p: KSAT hosts town hall on burn pits and resources for veteransOn Thursday, November 8 at 7 p.m. Steve Spriester will speak with veterans about their experience with burn pits and how others can get help.
WATCH: Election night livestream and Insider watch party
Read full article: WATCH: Election night livestream and Insider watch partyKSAT anchors Steve Spriester, Stephania Jimenez and Myra Arthur will host a must-watch election results livestream as polls close and results begin trickling in at 7 p.m. on Nov. 8.
Gov. Greg Abbott accepts debate invitation in Rio Grande Valley, Beto O’Rourke pushes for more forums
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott accepts debate invitation in Rio Grande Valley, Beto O’Rourke pushes for more forumsIf both candidates agree, Abbott and O’Rourke will square off in Edinburg on Sept. 30
Texas Tribune reporter James Barragan describes Uvalde CISD police chief’s first interview since Robb Elementary shooting
Read full article: Texas Tribune reporter James Barragan describes Uvalde CISD police chief’s first interview since Robb Elementary shootingOn Friday on the 6 p.m. news, KSAT 12 anchors Myra Arthur and Steve Spriester interviewed Barragan about the story.
Hear from Uvalde students, families about victims, emotions and what needs to change
Read full article: Hear from Uvalde students, families about victims, emotions and what needs to changeIn the aftermath of Tuesday’s tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, hundreds of people have paid their respects to the 21 lives lost.
Feds considering razing, rebuilding Robb Elementary School, state Sen. Roland Gutierrez says
Read full article: Feds considering razing, rebuilding Robb Elementary School, state Sen. Roland Gutierrez saysIn an interview with KSAT 12 anchor Steve Spriester, the Democratic senator, who represents Uvalde, said that President Biden told him that “we’re going to look to raze that school and build a new one.”
‘They were always there for me’: Former Robb elementary students discuss teachers killed in Uvalde
Read full article: ‘They were always there for me’: Former Robb elementary students discuss teachers killed in UvaldeJosiah and Destiny, former students at Robb Elementary, describe relationships with slain teachers
11-year-old who attended Robb elementary says ‘we need new rules,’ ‘some people shouldn’t have guns’
Read full article: 11-year-old who attended Robb elementary says ‘we need new rules,’ ‘some people shouldn’t have guns’Alina Borrego, who lost a friend in the Robb Elementary School shooting, told KSAT anchor Steve Spriester that stricter gun control laws need to be passed or “it’s gonna happen again and again.”
‘It’s scary’: Mother brought to tears, fearful of child’s safety in wake of Uvalde shooting
Read full article: ‘It’s scary’: Mother brought to tears, fearful of child’s safety in wake of Uvalde shootingA family of five from San Antonio visited Uvalde on Sunday to stand alongside the grief-stricken community in the aftermath of the elementary school massacre that claimed the lives of 19 children and two teachers.
From 9/11 to Sutherland Springs, the face of the FBI San Antonio District retires after 26 years
Read full article: From 9/11 to Sutherland Springs, the face of the FBI San Antonio District retires after 26 yearsIn a far-reaching interview with KSAT anchor Steve Spriester, Christopher Combs, special agent in charge of the FBI San Antonio District, spoke about everything from Sutherland Springs to the emotional toll of the job after 26 years.
Is San Antonio’s infrastructure ready for another winter storm? Breakdown with #StephAndSteve
Read full article: Is San Antonio’s infrastructure ready for another winter storm? Breakdown with #StephAndSteveKSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Stephania Jimenez will be joined by local experts, stakeholders and a city council member to take a closer look at the changes made by power companies.
KSAT announces new digital streaming show: Breakdown with #StephAndSteve, debuting Feb. 9 at 7 p.m.
Read full article: KSAT announces new digital streaming show: Breakdown with #StephAndSteve, debuting Feb. 9 at 7 p.m.Breakdown with #StephAndSteve debuts Feb. 9 and will take a look at a range of major issues affecting the people of San Antonio, Bexar County and surrounding areas. We’ll talk to experts on the front lines and break down what you need to know.
KSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester delivers keynote address Friday at Sul Ross State University Commencement
Read full article: KSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester delivers keynote address Friday at Sul Ross State University CommencementKSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester will deliver the keynote address Friday at a special 2020 commencement ceremony at Sul Ross State University
Vaccine questions are great, but there are plenty of myths, says Dr. Jason Bowling of University Health
Read full article: Vaccine questions are great, but there are plenty of myths, says Dr. Jason Bowling of University HealthDr. 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.
KSAT Q&A: Tech Bloc CEO David Heard discusses downtown tech district, battle for tech talent
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Tech Bloc CEO David Heard discusses downtown tech district, battle for tech talentTech 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.
KSAT, San Antonio Report and Bexar Facts to host mayoral forum ahead of early voting
Read full article: KSAT, San Antonio Report and Bexar Facts to host mayoral forum ahead of early votingEditor’s note: This story originally appeared in the San Antonio Report and was published on KSAT.com through a partnership. The San Antonio Report, KSAT 12, and Bexar Facts will host and televise a three-day mayoral forum with Mayor Ron Nirenberg and challengers Greg Brockhouse and Denise Gutierrez-Homer answering journalists’ and residents’ questions on separate nights. San Antonio Report Editor Robert Rivard and KSAT Anchor Steve Spriester, who will serve as moderators of the forums, called the mayor this week to try to convince him to take part in a debate. AdThe event will take place after the results from the latest Bexar Facts/KSAT/San Antonio Report poll are released. “Right now [Nirenberg] does have an opportunity every night to impress the public with his [daily COVID] report,” she said.
KSAT Q&A: Jessica Bakke, KSAT Senior Account Executive
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Jessica Bakke, KSAT Senior Account ExecutiveCopyright 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 Q&A Jan. 19, 2021: San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg
Read full article: KSAT Q&A Jan. 19, 2021: San Antonio Mayor Ron NirenbergKSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Mayra Arthur sit down with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg to discuss updates to the local COVID-19 situation. Catch up on all of the latest KSAT Q&As here or watch them live at 6:30 p.m. and on the Nightbeat.
11 interesting headlines on KSAT.com that you might have missed in 2020 (that aren’t COVID stories)
Read full article: 11 interesting headlines on KSAT.com that you might have missed in 2020 (that aren’t COVID stories)Blue dragons showed up on Texas beaches this year, along with a mysterious creature that officials at Padre Island National Seashore couldn’t quite identify. Beautiful but dangerous blue dragons discovered on Texas beach are ‘rare find’Aye there be dragons at the beach - but not the scale-covered kind from fairy tales of old. Nope, these are blue glaucaus, a type of nudibranch or sea slug and officials at Padre Island National Seashore called them a “rare find.”3. Once in a lifetime opportunity lest you drive through the San Antonio ZooFor the first time in history, guests were able to drive through the San Antonio Zoo in a motor vehicle. Man captures heart-stopping video of San Antonio Thunderbirds flyover from top of 500-foot towerWatching the Thunderbirds fly over San Antonio was cool but this guy got to watch it from 500-feet in the air.
Medicine, spirituality and mental health during a pandemic holiday season: A live conversation Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Read full article: Medicine, spirituality and mental health during a pandemic holiday season: A live conversation Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.On Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m., KSAT anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero will host experts from Trinity University to discuss and answer your questions about medicine, spirituality and mental health during this holiday season. The conversation will begin at 6:30 p.m., during our KSAT News at 6 broadcast, and then continue on KSAT.com, our newsreader app and KSAT-TV streaming platforms. The conversations will begin during our KSAT News at 6 broadcast and online at 6:30 p.m., and then continue on KSAT.com, our newsreader app and KSAT-TV streaming platforms from 7-8p.m. 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. Be the first to know by downloading our newsreader app or signing up for breaking news email alerts.
WATCH: UIW kicks off Light the Way holiday event
Read full article: WATCH: UIW kicks off Light the Way holiday eventSAN ANTONIO – The University of the Incarnate Word kicked off its annual holiday tradition, Light the Way, on Friday. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, this year’s event has been transformed from a one-day festival into a three-day holiday drive. KSAT Q&A: What this year’s Light the Way event means to UIWWhile the 34th annual event is free, due to space and time considerations, visitors were encouraged to make reservations online. All reservations have been booked and all three days are officially “sold out.”Visitors will get a chance to travel through the one million lights that illuminate the UIW campus. The UIW Campus will be illuminated from dusk until dawn through Jan. 6.
WATCH: Trinity University experts explain how COVID-19 has impacted South Texas, education community
Read full article: WATCH: Trinity University experts explain how COVID-19 has impacted South Texas, education communityEditor’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.
Winner’s Circle: KSAT talks with winners from key state, local races this election
Read full article: Winner’s Circle: KSAT talks with winners from key state, local races this electionSAN ANTONIO – There were a few history making wins to come out of the 2020 election. In Bexar County, two women will hold a seat on the commissioners court, something that hasn’t been done in nearly 20 years. In addition, for the first time in the history of the position, Precinct 4 Constable, an African American woman will take office. Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur talk to these winners and more in an ‘After Election Day’ livestream. Watch the full livestream with more local election results, commentary on the presidential race from at political science professor and more on the KSAT-TV streaming app.
Watch Live: Election Day 2020
Read full article: Watch Live: Election Day 2020KSAT is covering the 2020 election from all angles, and giving our viewers the choice on how to watch. Pick from our selection of Election Day streams below, including watch parties for both presidential candidates, reporters at polling sites and Bexar County election headquarters and our newsroom livestreams with anchors Steve Spriester, Isis Romero, Myra Arthur and more. Get election results on our homepage and Vote 2020 page. Be the first to know by downloading our newsreader app or signing up for breaking news email alerts.
How to watch KSAT’s election livestream series
Read full article: How to watch KSAT’s election livestream seriesEditor’s note: Get election results on our homepage and Vote 2020 page. Be the first to know by downloading our newsreader app or signing up for breaking news email alerts. KSAT journalists are working overtime to give you the latest and best coverage for the 2020 election. In recent cycles, KSAT anchor Steve Spriester has hosted a must-watch Election Day livestream as polls close and results begin trickling in at 7 p.m. Read more from the Vote 2020 section:
KSAT anchor Steve Spriester, Trinity University professor discuss countdown to Election Day
Read full article: KSAT anchor Steve Spriester, Trinity University professor discuss countdown to Election DaySAN ANTONIO – With less than two weeks until the general election, the campaigns for president and congressional seats are heating up. (Read more about all the key races on the Bexar County ballot here.) Juan Sepulveda, J.D., Ron Calgaard Distinguished Visiting Professor in Political Science at Trinity University. He also co-founded the DREAM LEAD Institute with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, a national leadership institute for DACA recipients. Sepulveda was a Rhodes Scholar receiving a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics, and is a graduate of Stanford Law School.
LIVE COVERAGE: Congressional debate hosted by KSAT in Uvalde
Read full article: LIVE COVERAGE: Congressional debate hosted by KSAT in UvaldeFollow along with our live coverage of the debate between Republican Tony Gonzales and Democrat Gina Ortiz Jones from the heart of Congressional District 23, at Southwest Texas Junior College in Uvalde. Read more about the race:The hour-long debate will air live on KSAT, KSAT.com and all of KSAT’s free streaming platforms starting at 7 p.m. Southwest Texas Junior College and Sul Ross State University are the hosts, and KSAT’s Steve Spriester will be the moderator. We want our viewers to weigh in on the issues they want to hear about from the candidates. In a race where the margin is usually razor-thin, debates can make the difference. And, for more election news and key races, visit KSAT’s Vote 2020 page or sign up for our free election newsletter.
Takeaways from the Bexar County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate forum
Read full article: Takeaways from the Bexar County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate forumDemocrat Christine Hortick and Republican Trish DeBerry are vying to replace outgoing Precinct 3 Commissioner Kevin Wolff, the lone Republican on the court. Hortick said she would propose expanding property tax exemptions for seniors. READ MORE: Who is on the November 2020 election ballot for Bexar CountyConstable cutsAfter initially proposing cutting 38 constable positions, the Bexar County Comissioners Court agreed to only cut 19 positions. “When I’m at the door with people, they are cognizant of response times, especially if they live in far reaches of the county,” DeBerry said. Only two women have ever held a seat on Bexar County Commissioner’s Court, according to the Express-News.
Watch: Bexar County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate forum
Read full article: Watch: Bexar County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate forumREAD MORE: Who is on the November 2020 election ballot for Bexar CountyBackground informationWith outgoing Precinct 3 Commissioner Kevin Wolff, a Republican, leaving the seat vacant after three terms, the race is likely to be one of the most competitive in Bexar County. She currently serves as the president of the Bexar County Children’s Court Attorney Association. DeBerry won the GOP nomination for the seat over Tom Rickhoff during the July runoff election, securing 55 percentage points. Hortick won the nomination outright in the March primary. Only two women have ever held a seat on Bexar County Commissioner’s Court, according to the Express-News, whose editorial board in February endorsed Hortick.
Trinity University professor explores role of propaganda on November general election
Read full article: Trinity University professor explores role of propaganda on November general electionSAN ANTONIO – Voters are expected to head to the polls in possible record numbers for the November election. One issue KSAT 12 News is looking into ahead of the election is what role propaganda will play in the presidential race – especially when it comes to social media posts. KSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester talked with an expert about this issue during a livestream Friday. Steve and Trinity Professor Aaron Delwiche discussed computational propaganda, COVID-19 and the assault on democracy. You can watch livestream in its entirety in the video player above.
WATCH: KSAT anchors Myra Arthur and Steve Spriester answer viewer questions on ‘Ask the Anchors'
Read full article: WATCH: KSAT anchors Myra Arthur and Steve Spriester answer viewer questions on ‘Ask the Anchors'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.
KSAT Q&A with Demonte Alexander of Bexar Facts (6 pm)
Read full article: KSAT Q&A with Demonte Alexander of Bexar Facts (6 pm)KSAT Q&A with Demonte Alexander of Bexar Facts (6 pm)Published: June 13, 2020, 10:19 amDemonte Alexander, director of external affairs & special projects for Bexar Facts, talks with Steve Spriester and Myra Arthur about racial inequality and other issues that will be included in the next Bexar Facts-KSAT-Rivard Report poll.
KSAT Q & A: Governor Greg Abbott talks to anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero about current issues in the state of Texas
Read full article: KSAT Q & A: Governor Greg Abbott talks to anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero about current issues in the state of TexasKSAT Q & A: Governor Greg Abbott talks to anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero about current issues in the state of TexasPublished: June 8, 2020, 7:19 pmKSAT Q & A: Governor Greg Abbott talks to anchors Steve Spriester and Isis Romero about current issues in the state of Texas
WATCH: Mayor, county judge join KSAT, Bexar Facts for virtual town hall on COVID-19
Read full article: WATCH: Mayor, county judge join KSAT, Bexar Facts for virtual town hall on COVID-19SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff joined KSAT anchor Steve Spriester and other community leaders and advocates for a discussion about the community’s biggest concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. The virtual town hall focused on the results of the latest Bexar Facts-KSAT-Rivard Report poll. The poll was released Tuesday through a partnership between Bexar Facts, KSAT12 and The Rivard Report. It includes responses from 668 registered Bexar County voters of different income and education levels, race, age, gender and political party affiliation. Take the poll, via Bexar Facts, here or comment below.
Pandemic poll: San Antonians are most looking forward to returning to these activities
Read full article: Pandemic poll: San Antonians are most looking forward to returning to these activitiesWhat’s the one activity people in San Antonio are looking forward to the most when stay-at-home orders are lifted? What are people looking forward to? (Bexar Facts)In addition to socializing with friends and family, people are most looking forward to eating out and exercising, the poll found. Here is the full list of survey responses to the question about what people are most looking forward to when the stay-at-home order is lifted:What people are most looking forward to doing when things are back to normal. The poll included responses from 668 registered Bexar County voters of different income and education levels, race, age, gender and political party affiliation.
COVID-19 not expected to peak for several weeks in Texas, Gov. Abbott says
Read full article: COVID-19 not expected to peak for several weeks in Texas, Gov. Abbott saysHe said while the rate for positive cases is still less than 10% of those tested, the dramatic increase of positive cases and deaths from a week ago is concerning. Today the positive cases have more than tripled over last week, and there are now 70 deaths. While the U.S. is expected to see cases peak in about two weeks, the crest in Texas could be a week or 10 days after that, Abbott said. “There has never been this many people applying for unemployment in Texas,” Abbott said. Map: Track COVID-19 cases in Texas, county-by-county updatesCOVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the new virus, stands for coronavirus disease 2019.
Spriester Session: Texas Primary election night livestream
Read full article: Spriester Session: Texas Primary election night livestreamKSAT anchor Steve Spriester will be hosting a Primary Election night livestream from the KSAT newsroom on Super Tuesday. Vote 2020 news, resources and resultsSpriester and guests will have live election results and analysis beginning at 7 p.mYou can watch the livestream here, on the KSAT mobile app or your KSAT TV channel (think Roku or Amazon Fire TV Stick). Related Headlines:
City officials to hold unplanned news conference on coronavirus Thursday
Read full article: City officials to hold unplanned news conference on coronavirus ThursdaySAN ANTONIO – Update: Officials from the Centers for Disease Control and the City of San Antonio announced Thursday that a case of the novel coronavirus has been confirmed. The patient, who was quarantined at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland, was officially diagnosed with the disease that first originated in Wuhan, China. Original story: City officials will be holding a news conference Thursday morning regarding the coronavirus situation at JBSA-Lackland, a source told KSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester. About 50 minutes after Spriester got word of the news conference, city officials sent an email confirming the news conference at 10 a.m. at Municipal Plaza. Ninety-one evacuees from China arrived at the base Friday for a 14-day, federally-mandated quarantine as a precaution against the virus.
Video: Steve Spriester, Trinity professor answer your questions about US-Iran conflict
Read full article: Video: Steve Spriester, Trinity professor answer your questions about US-Iran conflictVideo: Steve Spriester, Trinity professor answer your questions about US-Iran conflictPublished: January 17, 2020, 3:36 pmTrinity Univ. professor Sussan Siavoshi sits down with KSAT anchor Steve Spriester to answer questions about the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Presidential candidate, former Mayor Julián Castro to march in SA's Pride parade
Read full article: Presidential candidate, former Mayor Julián Castro to march in SA's Pride paradeSAN ANTONIO – Presidential candidate and former Mayor Julián Castro will march in San Antonio's Pride Parade on Saturday. Castro's campaign manager confirmed to KSAT's Steve Spriester on the return to his hometown for the Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival and Parade. I just confirmed that Presidential Candidate and former SA Mayor @JulianCastro will be marching in the San Antonio Pride Parade tomorrow. #KSATnews — Steve Spriester (@stevespriester) June 29, 2019His arrival comes less than 72 hours after Castro and other presidential candidates squared off in the first Democratic debate. For more information on the Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival and Parade, click here.
Go on dangerous trek across Brooks County where 700 migrants have died
Read full article: Go on dangerous trek across Brooks County where 700 migrants have diedThe area where we’re walking in is one of the most heavily used trails by migrants in Brooks County #KSATBorderJourney #KSATnews pic.twitter.com/nQlvUeu1y3 — Adrian Garcia (@adrianrolgarcia) July 18, 2018Good morning from Brooks County. KSAT's Steve Spriester, Luis Cienfuegos, Mario Orellana, Sal Salazar and Adrian Garcia will walk the same path that the migrants take in Brooks County. Producer Mario & I will be walking the same path the migrants use, starting at 6:30 a.m. in BROOKS COUNTY. Steve Spriester met up with a resident and a new business owner who shared their thoughts on the small town. #KSATBorderJourney pic.twitter.com/uaQHd6JLUj — Steve Spriester (@stevespriester) July 17, 2018The #KSATBorderJourney makes it 2nd stop in Carrizo Springs.
KSAT-12 News special 'After Sutherland Springs' airs Tuesday at 9 p.m.
Read full article: KSAT-12 News special 'After Sutherland Springs' airs Tuesday at 9 p.m.SAN ANTONIO – A KSAT-12 special will examine the aftermath of the shooting inside the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, where 26 parishioners were killed during Sunday morning church services Nov. 5. Life 'After Sutherland Springs'Much of the special, called "After Sutherland Springs," focuses on the fallout of the shooting, including how the gunman was able to buy guns because his conviction for domestic violence and stay at a mental hospital did not turn up in background checks. The coverage also includes a look at how other mass shooters were able to get their hands on guns. CLICK HERE TO SEE KSAT-12'S COVERAGE OF SUTHERLAND SPRINGS"That's probably the worst scene I've ever seen," FBI Special Agent in Charge Christopher Combs said. Finally, "After Sutherland Springs" includes messages of hope from First Baptist's Pastor Frank Pomeroy and other local religious leaders who want people to continue to believe in the good of others and not to give in to fear.