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Ohio mom who left toddler alone 10 days when she went on vacation pleads guilty to aggravated murder
Read full article: Ohio mom who left toddler alone 10 days when she went on vacation pleads guilty to aggravated murderAn Ohio mother whose 16-month-old daughter died after being left home alone in a playpen for 10 days last summer while she went on vacation has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole.
“Scared out of my mind”: A family scrambles after their disabled 3-year-old loses Medicaid
Read full article: “Scared out of my mind”: A family scrambles after their disabled 3-year-old loses MedicaidWhen Texas started scrubbing people from Medicaid after a three-year pause on removals during the pandemic, one family lost the insurance coverage that helped provide all treatments for their medically complex child.
Mother arrested for murder after leaving 16-month-old daughter alone for 10 days to go on vacation
Read full article: Mother arrested for murder after leaving 16-month-old daughter alone for 10 days to go on vacationFollowing her arrest on June 18, Kristel Candelario, 31, told officers that she left her daughter “at home, all alone and unattended,” while she traveled to Detroit and then Puerto Rico.
After doctors left Dell Children’s adolescent clinic, Austin teens and their families are scrambling to find specialty care
Read full article: After doctors left Dell Children’s adolescent clinic, Austin teens and their families are scrambling to find specialty careThe adolescent clinic treated eating disorders and menstrual complications. It also offered gender-affirming care — which is still legal for now but triggered an investigation by Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Born premature and thriving: How these people overcame every obstacle when there was little hope
Read full article: Born premature and thriving: How these people overcame every obstacle when there was little hopeWere you or someone close born months so early to where the odds of not living through it weren’t good? Did you or someone you know overcome those odds and are now doing great?We want to hear those inspirational stories!
New furniture standards aimed at preventing deadly tip-overs
Read full article: New furniture standards aimed at preventing deadly tip-oversHundreds of children have been killed and thousands more injured when furniture or a TV tipped over on them. The STURDY Act will require manufacturers to make changes.
San Antonio mother arrested after daughter, 6, dies of malnutrition and neglect, records show
Read full article: San Antonio mother arrested after daughter, 6, dies of malnutrition and neglect, records showA San Antonio woman was arrested several months after the death of her 6-year-old daughter, who weighed only 31 pounds and had multiple illnesses, records with the Bexar County Jail show.
‘She was a gift’: Mother honors memory of daughter killed in ambush shooting
Read full article: ‘She was a gift’: Mother honors memory of daughter killed in ambush shootingA San Antonio mother is devastated nearly two years after losing her daughter, who she considered her closest friend, in a shooting.
Nonprofit brings joy to pediatric cancer patients through ‘smile packs’
Read full article: Nonprofit brings joy to pediatric cancer patients through ‘smile packs’September is National Childhood Awareness Month and with the public health crisis placing restrictions on the number of visitors children can have, hospital staff say smiles, joy and laughter are what they truly need the most.
‘She was just really loved’: Daughter of San Antonio teacher killed wants mother remembered for life she lived
Read full article: ‘She was just really loved’: Daughter of San Antonio teacher killed wants mother remembered for life she livedThe daughter of a Northside ISD teacher killed in July wants her mother to be remembered for the life she lived, not the tragedy surrounding her death.
El Paso woman arrested after posing as daughter at school in viral video
Read full article: El Paso woman arrested after posing as daughter at school in viral videoAn El Paso-area mother was arrested after posing as her child at a San Elizario-area school, according to a report from the El Paso Times.
Father of girl missing since 2015 hopes daughter’s story inspires others to never give up hope
Read full article: Father of girl missing since 2015 hopes daughter’s story inspires others to never give up hopeA father who has been searching for his missing daughter since 2015 is hoping her story inspires other families in the same situation to never give up hope.
Nonprofit brings joy to newly diagnosed pediatric cancer patients by way of ‘smile packs’
Read full article: Nonprofit brings joy to newly diagnosed pediatric cancer patients by way of ‘smile packs’A nonprofit is helping bring joy to kids of all ages at Methodist Children’s Hospital through a surprised-filled backpack.
SA family raises money for mother, daughter’s funeral arrangements
Read full article: SA family raises money for mother, daughter’s funeral arrangements“It is hard to believe and to sink in because we just saw her earlier that day,” said Jessica Vega, Amanda Vega’s sister-in-law. “When (Amanda’s) mother died, she was the one that kept everyone together,” Jessica Vega said. She did any and everything for her children.”That wisdom carried on to Julissa Bocanegra as she grew up. In 2019, Amanda Vega lost her husband and the father of her children, Roger Bocanegra, in a hit-and-run. “They took that really hard and was still hurting from that because it is still fresh,” Jessica Vega said.
Widow hopes legacy of late husband inspires their 11-month-old daughter
Read full article: Widow hopes legacy of late husband inspires their 11-month-old daughterSAN ANTONIO – The widow of an NEISD officer who died in a crash is making it her mission to share his legacy with their 11-month-old baby girl. “I got a text from a friend and it was a news article saying a 27-year-old was killed in a crash,” Krupa said. It doesn’t feel like real life and I wish it wasn’t real life.”Krupa said her husband loved his job. It is just awful.”The family and loved ones are raising money to help pay for May’s future education. RELATED: NEISD police officer killed in rollover crash was driving to work on second day of job
Family of Darrell Zemault watch SAPD bodycam footage of fatal shooting
Read full article: Family of Darrell Zemault watch SAPD bodycam footage of fatal shootingSAN ANTONIO – After nearly five months, the family of Darrell Zemault watched the bodycam footage of the fatal shooting. Zemault was shot by a San Antonio police officer back in September of 2020. The shooting happened while police were serving two domestic violence arrest warrants to Zemault. San Antonio police submitted the case to the District Attorney’s Office for an independent investigation. RELATED: Bodycam footage review reveals new details after officer shot, killed Darrell Zemault while serving warrants
In Egypt, a push to get more orphans families, fight stigma
Read full article: In Egypt, a push to get more orphans families, fight stigmaFoster mother Yasmina El Habbal kisses with her 7-month-old daughter Ghalia, at their apartment in Cairo, Egypt, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. “God has created her for me,” El Habbal said. AdTheir efforts come as Egypt has been easing those requirements to encourage families to provide orphans with permanent homes. Islam strongly encourages caring for orphans, and clerics supporting the effort often cite a saying of the Prophet Muhammad promising closeness in paradise with those who provide Kafala for orphans. “I want as many people as possible to take this step,” El Habbal said.
San Antonio mother catches thieves stealing toys from daughter’s grave
Read full article: San Antonio mother catches thieves stealing toys from daughter’s graveSAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio mother is fighting back after she caught two people stealing toys from her daughter’s grave on surveillance video. I said, ‘My daughter can’t even rest peacefully because they are taking her belongings.’”The first camera Kennedy put up was vandalized. To me, all of that stuff is valuable to me because I buy it from my heart for my daughter.”Kennedy has filed a police report with San Antonio police. She said she wants the men caught, and she wants better security for the sake of the many loved ones buried at the cemetery. If you have any information that can help, you are urged to call San Antonio police.
Man convicted of sending death threats to Dutch princess
Read full article: Man convicted of sending death threats to Dutch princessTHE HAGUE – A man who sent death threats to the Dutch king's eldest daughter, Princess Amalia, was sentenced Tuesday to three months imprisonment and ordered to undergo psychiatric treatment. The Overijssel District Court convicted the 32-year-old man of sending threats via Instagram to the 16-year-old heir to the Dutch throne and one of her friends. “He threatened her with rape and threatened both of them with death,” said Ronald van Vuure, a judge at the court authorized to speak to the media. “The court concluded that he developed a very unhealthy obsession with the Royal House and in particular Princess Amalia,” Van Vuure added in a statement posted on the court's website. The man's identity was not released, in line with Dutch privacy rules.
Watch Rooney, daughter of KSAT12 anchor Stephanie Serna, make an altar for Dia de Muertos
Read full article: Watch Rooney, daughter of KSAT12 anchor Stephanie Serna, make an altar for Dia de MuertosSAN ANTONIO – Dia de Muertos commemorates those who have passed away, and some people celebrate by making altars. Good Morning San Antonio Anchor Stephanie Serna’s daughter, Rooney, made an altar for her grandfather this year as a school project. (KSAT)Rooney said your loved ones still think about you every day, and you should never forget about them. “It’s important because they might be happy, like not just happy, but super happy,” Rooney said. “They might think of you every day.”Whether it’s big or small, making an altar for a loved one who’s passed is a great way to remember them.
SAISD prepares to welcome back small group of students
Read full article: SAISD prepares to welcome back small group of studentsSAN ANTONIO The San Antonio Independent School District announced they plan to bring back a small group of students, as school safety indicators show a moderate risk with the COVID-19 pandemic. Janell Rubio has two students who attend Lanier High School, but they began the school year virtually because of COVID-19. RELATED: Students, staff at San Antonio ISD must wear masks, district officials saySAISD plans to bring back 10% of students on September 8. The district said these are students who require special education, are academically at risk, or are younger learners. We should be looking at how seriously campuses and school districts are prepared to bring students back safely, he said.
Virtual learning sites sprout up to help working parents
Read full article: Virtual learning sites sprout up to help working parentsPaul Quisenberry drops his daughter Audra, 6, off at Premier Martial Arts on her first day of school Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, in Wildwood, Mo. The first grader will attend her classes virtually while spending her days at the martial arts studio because her school is shut down due to COVID-19. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Rickey Smiley Interviews Daughter After She Was Shot Multiple Times
Read full article: Rickey Smiley Interviews Daughter After She Was Shot Multiple TimesRickey Smiley's daughter, Aaryn, is sharing her frightening experience of being a victim of gun violence. The 51-year-old comedian and radio show host had his 19-year-old daughter recount her story of getting shot multiple times on his Atlanta-based The Rickey Smiley Morning Show on Thursday. "There was a car already in the middle and a car comes up in the right lane and people just started shooting. Aaryn's mother, Tameka, also shared how she found out her daughter was in the hospital and didn't believe it was true. Instagram StoryRELATED CONTENT:Rickey Smiley Says His 19-Year-Old Daughter Was Shot Multiple TimesNicole Kidman Posts Rare Photo With Daughter for Her 12th BirthdayUsain Bolt Shares First Pics of Daughter Olympia Lightning Bolt
Nicole Kidman Posts Rare Photo With Daughter Sunday for Her 12th Birthday
Read full article: Nicole Kidman Posts Rare Photo With Daughter Sunday for Her 12th BirthdayNicole Kidman is celebrating her daughter! The proud mom took to Instagram on Tuesday to wish her eldest child with husband Keith Urban a happy 12th birthday. In honor of the day, Kidman shared a rare pic of her and Sunday. "Happy Birthday baby girl xx"Fans last got a glimpse of Sunday back in November when Kidman shared a photo of a mother-daughter walk they took together. RELATED CONTENT:Keith Urban on 'Creative' Quarantining With Nicole Kidman and His New Music Video (Exclusive)Keith Urban Talks His and Nicole Kidman's Daughters Headbanging to Kidz Bop at Their First ConcertNicole Kidman Shares Stunning, Rare Photo of Herself and Daughter Faith
Ring doorbell camera captures woman giving birth in Florida parking lot
Read full article: Ring doorbell camera captures woman giving birth in Florida parking lotMARGATE, Fla. Ring doorbell cameras capture a lot of crazy things and Thursday in Margate, Florida one such device recorded a woman give birth in the parking lot of a birthing center, WPLG reported. Susan Anderson planned on having a water birth, according to WPLG, but her daughter Julia had other plans. Lovaina caught Julia as she fell through the leg of Andersons shorts and the entire thing was caught on video as two officers looked on. An update from the family says that everyone is doing fine and baby Julia is healthy and already back home with her parents. Doorbell camera catches cow paying visit to North Texas homeFor more details on this story, read the full article at WPLG.com.
Jimmy Kimmel Maps Out a Plan for His 5-Year-Old Daughters Future
Read full article: Jimmy Kimmel Maps Out a Plan for His 5-Year-Old Daughters FutureJimmy Kimmel is already thinking about his 5-year-old daughter's future! During Thursday's episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, the 52-year-old host celebrated his daughter, Jane's, recent graduation from preschool. Jane listed her strengths as spelling and running, causing her dad to suggest, "Maybe you could be a running, spelling artist." As for if she'd want to follow in her dad's footsteps as a late-night talk show host, Jane had just one question. RELATED CONTENT:Matt Damon Crashes Jimmy Kimmel's Summer Hiatus AnnouncementJimmy Kimmel to Host 2020 Emmy AwardsTom Holland Surprises Jimmy Kimmels 'Spider-Man' Fan Son Billy
David Schwimmers 9-Year-Old Daughter Cleo Shaves Her Head
Read full article: David Schwimmers 9-Year-Old Daughter Cleo Shaves Her HeadDavid Schwimmer's daughter is trying out a new 'do! The Friends star's 9-year-old daughter, Cleo, starred in mom, Zoe Buckman's, latest Instagram post, which showed off her new buzz cut. Wearing an animal print top and a slight smile, Cleo looks stunning as she debuts her look. InstagramInstagramThe final pic shows Cleo, wearing a blue camo look, smiling with her shaved head as Buckman lovingly holds her. Watch the video below for more on Schwimmer and Cleo.
Vanessa Bryant Posts Congratulatory Wishes for Gianna's 8th Grade Graduation
Read full article: Vanessa Bryant Posts Congratulatory Wishes for Gianna's 8th Grade GraduationVanessa Bryant paid tribute to her late daughter, Gianna, on what would have been her middle school graduation day. Gianna died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, on Jan. 26 alongside her father, Kobe Bryant, as well as seven other victims. On Friday, Vanessa posted a message on Instagram reading, "Congratulations on your 8th grade graduation Gigi. Since Gianna's tragic death, Vanessa has continued to honor her on meaningful occasions. Meanwhile, Vanessa has recently shown her support for the Black Lives Matter movement amid the nationwide protests following the death of George Floyd.
George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Daughter Gianna Says She Misses Her Dad In Emotional New Interview
Read full article: George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Daughter Gianna Says She Misses Her Dad In Emotional New InterviewGeorge Floyd's 6-year-old daughter, Gianna, is opening up about her father's death. Floyd's young daughter sat down with Good Morning America on Wednesday and said she wants the world to know "that I miss him." Floyd's death sparked massive protests across the nation and the world, with activists demanding change and marching against police brutality and systemic racism. EXCLUSIVE: I miss him. George Floyds 6-year-old daughter speaks out about her dad for first time. RELATED CONTENT:Barack Obama Delivers Uplifting Speech Amid Protests3 Other Fired Police Officers Charged for George Floyd's DeathGeorge Floyd's Daughter Says 'Daddy Changed the World' in Moving ClipJAY-Z Buys Full-Page Ads Across the U.S. in Dedication to George Floyd
MLK's Daughter on the 'Pain' George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Is Feeling and What Must Change (Exclusive)
Read full article: MLK's Daughter on the 'Pain' George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Is Feeling and What Must Change (Exclusive)Bernice King knows the pain George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter, Gianna, is feeling after her father's fatal arrest. We gotta change America." "She said to us, 'My daddy changed the world,'" King explained, touching on video of Gianna shouting the phrase. Heart change, structure change and policy change." RELATED CONTENT:George Floyd's Daughter Says 'Daddy Changed the World' in Moving Clip3 Other Fired Police Officers Charged for George Floyd's DeathBarack Obama Delivers Uplifting Speech Amid Protests
George Floyd's Daughter Gianna Declares 'Daddy Changed the World' in Moving Clip
Read full article: George Floyd's Daughter Gianna Declares 'Daddy Changed the World' in Moving ClipGeorge Floyd's 6-year-old daughter, Gianna, is aware of the impact her father has had on America and the world. While throwing her arms up as Jackson holds her, a smiling Gianna declares, "Daddy changed the world!" "Thats right GiGi, 'Daddy changed the world' George Floyd, the name of change.#justiceforgeorgefloyd #ivehadenough Love to all who have love for all ," Jackson captioned the clip. #justiceforgeorgefloyd #ivehadenough Rest Easy Twin," Jackson captioned a photo of himself and GiGi. For more on the protests following Floyd's death, watch the clip below:RELATED CONTENT:JAY-Z Buys Full-Page Ads Across the U.S. in Dedication to George FloydMother of George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Daughter Speaks OutGeorge Floyd's Funeral and Memorial Services Announced
Sarah Ferguson Shares Sweet Message for Daughter Beatrice on What Was Supposed to Be Her Wedding Day
Read full article: Sarah Ferguson Shares Sweet Message for Daughter Beatrice on What Was Supposed to Be Her Wedding DaySarah Ferguson is celebrating her daughter on what was supposed to be her wedding day. The 60-year-old Duchess of York took to Instagram on Friday to write a sweet note to her eldest daughter, Princess Beatrice, who was scheduled to wed Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on May 29. "Love you my darling Beatrice," Sarah wrote alongside a childhood photo of Beatrice, 31. At the time, the statement revealed that the couple's planned reception at Buckingham Palace had already been canceled. RELATED CONTENT:Prince Andrew Poses With Ex Sarah Ferguson and Daughters Princess Eugenie and Beatrice in Rare SelfiePrincess Beatrice Officially Cancels Her May Wedding Due to Coronavirus Concerns: ReportPrincess Beatrice to Alter Her May 29 Royal Wedding Plans Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Man claims daughter with Down syndrome was raped at adult day care center
Read full article: Man claims daughter with Down syndrome was raped at adult day care centerSAN ANTONIO – The father of a woman who has Down syndrome says someone at a South Side adult day care facility violently sexually assaulted his daughter. The father, who KSAT is not identifying due to the nature of the case, said the home care provider who picks up his daughter from the adult day care center alerted him to an issue after bathing her last Thursday. “As the doctor was checking (my daughter), he said, ‘She’s been molested.’ So between the day care center and here, that’s the only place she went,” the father said. A KSAT crew went to the South Side adult day care -- which we are not naming the facility since no charges have been filed -- with the police report and questions. He said he will not ever take his daughter back to the adult day care center.
Kobe Bryant was grooming his daughter Gianna to carry on his legacy
Read full article: Kobe Bryant was grooming his daughter Gianna to carry on his legacyNews that NBA superstar Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash in California on Sunday was made more tragic by what came next -- confirmation that his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, also was onboard. Gianna was going to play, the team director told CNN. Gianna -- the second of Bryant's four daughters with his wife, Vanessa Laine Bryant -- was a passionate basketball player. "She obviously can see that I can win, so she'll know that I'm not winning on purpose. “I was, like, ‘S**t, the kid’s like me,’” Bryant told the magazine.