Texas Eats: Poteet Strawberries, Mangonadas and a Sweet Onion Bacon Dip Recipe
David Elder talks with the Executive Director of the Poteet Strawberry Festival to learn more about his role as the 2024 Parade Grand Marshal
Aue Elementary School students share once in a lifetime event with families
Although the skies were cloudy and blocked the sun, students and families were thrilled to experience the darkness that came with totality.
KSAT viewers share funny photos for total solar eclipse in San Antonio, Hill Country
KSAT Connect users shared some hilarious photos of their experience, from poking fun at alien conspiracies to getting their eclipse-ready.
Can't get enough of the total solar eclipse or got clouded out? Here are the next ones to watch for
If you missed North America's total solar eclipse or if you caught the eclipse bug, there are more chances to see the sun disappear.
View photos, videos of total solar eclipse from around San Antonio, Hill Country on KSAT Connect
The anticipation is building as parts of San Antonio and the Hill Country prepare for the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.
During solar eclipse totality, you may be able to spot these planets in the dark sky
If the clouds clear enough during the total solar eclipse, you could see Jupiter, Venus and maybe even Mars and Saturn.
What to do with your glasses after the April 8 total solar eclipse
Monday marks the date of the total solar eclipse, when thousands of people will be able to witness a rare celestial event in San Antonio’s backyard.
San Antonians prepare to watch solar eclipse within city limits
While thousands are heading to the Hill Country to try and get the best seat for the total eclipse, you don’t have to leave San Antonio to get the full experience.
Weather is the hot topic as eclipse spectators stake out their spots in US, Mexico and Canada
Eclipse enthusiasts are staking out their spots across three countries, fervently hoping for clear skies.
KSAT crew explores Fredericksburg ahead of the eclipse, finds colorful characters
Adam Caskey and Justin Horne, along with a large KSAT crew, check out Fredericksburg as activity ramps up leading to Monday's eclipse.
‘Shocked, overwhelmed and super excited’: Hondo small businesses push eclipse-specials to drive in sales
Chateau Claire Boutique Bed & Breakfast has been fully booked for more than a year.
TxDOT urges drivers to create plan, have patience with expected eclipse travel this weekend
The Texas Department of Transportation has a message for those driving ahead of Monday’s eclipse: take caution and be prepared.
5 tips on how to take photos of the solar eclipse with your smartphone
We all know that a total solar eclipse will happen across most of America on April 8, but you may be asking yourself how to get a perfect photo of the natural occurring phenomenon with your own phone.
This tool can compute the last or next time for a solar eclipse at any location in the world
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration has a tool that can compute every solar eclipse from any city in the past or the future, between 1499 BC and the year 3000.
WATCH: Here’s how the sun looked on Eclipse Day
On Monday, April 8, parts of San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country will be in the path of a total solar eclipse! KSAT will be bringing you a live feed of the sun, so you don’t miss any eclipse moments.
What you need to know about traffic safety, construction and driving during the total solar eclipse
The clock is ticking to the total solar eclipse and while most of us will be watching the sky, officials with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and TransGuide will be watching the roads all day on Monday.
Awe and dread: How religions have responded to total solar eclipses over the centuries
Throughout history, solar eclipses have had profound impact on adherents of various religions around the world.
Here’s what to expect during the April 8 eclipse if you’re NOT in the path of totality
Everyone in the United States will experience the eclipse to varying degrees. Here’s the timeline and what to expect in San Antonio, Texas.
Your April 8 total solar eclipse guide: Big events, safe solar viewing, live coverage
Ready to experience the event of a lifetime? Multiple watch parties and festivals are scheduled for Monday, when the total eclipse takes to the sky around 1:30 p.m.
From Krispy Kreme to SunChips, more and more companies roll out total solar eclipse promotions
More and more businesses are taking advantage of the total solar eclipse set to dim skies across North America next week.
Viral video explains all you need to know about the eclipse
In preparation for this historic event, meteorologist Jonathan Kegges put together a viral video below to get you primed for the eclipse and address the basics of it.
Blood donors needed with influx of visitors arriving for solar eclipse
The total solar eclipse is bringing thousands and thousands of people to smaller communities like those in the hill country. That increases the number of potential accidents or traumatic injuries, and medical centers want to be ready.
Safety pins? Bad health? These are the myths and superstitions surrounding the solar eclipse
The cosmic sensation can be explained by pure science and mathematics based on decades of research, but it wasn’t always that way. In ancient times, many cultures believed an eclipse hung on a paranormal or mythical factor.
Blind people can hear and feel April’s total solar eclipse with new technology
While eclipse watchers look to the skies, people who are blind or visually impaired will be able to hear and feel the celestial event.
Texas Eats: Loaded Strawberry Horchata, Award-Winning Texas BBQ and Huge Cinnamon Rolls
David Elder talks with Eagle Pass mayor Rolando Salinas Jr. about BBQ, the upcoming eclipse celebration and the 57 South Music Fest.
‘Overwhelming’: Rural communities prepare for thousands to pack their small towns during eclipse weekend
Bandera County leaders say about 100 people live in Vanderpool. But during the Eclipse weekend, they're expecting thousands to pass through.
Astronaut Ellen Ochoa talks to KSAT 12 about upcoming total solar eclipse
In less than two weeks, people from around the world including astronauts will be coming to Texas to get a view of the total solar eclipse.
You may want to reserve parking now if you plan to be in Kerrville for the solar eclipse
Kerrville is expecting so many visitors, parking is expected to be tricky. Many people have already pre-paid for spots.
Schools in the path of April's total solar eclipse prepare for a natural teaching moment
The total solar eclipse expected on April 8 already is inspiring school lessons in science, literacy and culture.
Hill Country officials prepare for thousands of visitors ahead of April’s total eclipse
Traffic is one of the bigger concerns as folks venture out to view the once-in-a-lifetime event, so emergency managers, along with city and county leaders, have been actively preparing ahead of the influx of visitors.
They’re ready! Kerrville businesses put finishing touches on eclipse plans
With a little over 12 days away, businesses that have been preparing for over a year are feeling ready for thousands of visitors.
Kerr County warns of traffic congestion, cell service disruptions ahead of April 8 eclipse
Kerr County officials are warning residents to be prepared for traffic congestion and potential cell service disruptions as throngs of sky-gazers are about to descend on the area for the April 8 total eclipse.
Fill up your gas tank and prepare to wait. Some tips to prepare for April’s total solar eclipse
Small towns and rural enclaves along the path of April’s total solar eclipse are steeling for huge crowds of sun chasers who plan to catch a glimpse of day turning into dusk in North America.
Schreiner University welcomes visitors from around the world for April total eclipse
Staff at Schreiner University have been preparing for nearly two years to put together a five-day event focused on the total solar eclipse on April 8.
Kendall County issues disaster declaration ahead of total solar eclipse
Kendall County Judge Shane Stolarczyk has issued a disaster declaration ahead of the total solar eclipse on April 8 due to an anticipation of an influx of visitors that will impact local resources.
Insider captures incredible photos past eclipses, hopes to do so again in April
As is the case with others around the country, Barham is gearing up to try and photograph a historic eclipse that is set to hit North America on April 8.
How do animals react during a total solar eclipse? Scientists plan to find out in April
Researchers and citizen scientists will observe how animals' routines at several zoos are disrupted during the April 8 total solar eclipse.
Kerr County issues disaster declaration ahead of total solar eclipse on April 8
Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly has issued a disaster declaration ahead of the total solar eclipse on April 8 in anticipation of impacted local resources and an influx of visitors to the area.
Chase the eclipse across the sky: Delta offers flight from Austin across path of totality
The airline is offering a flight along the path of April’s total solar eclipse — from Austin to Detroit.
San Antonio scientists eager to unlock sun’s mysteries during upcoming solar eclipse
Dr. Amir Caspi of the Southwest Research Institute says the upcoming total solar eclipse will provide scientists with a unique opportunity to study the sun.
You’ll need special glasses to view April’s total solar eclipse
On April 8, 2024 the path of a rare total solar eclipse will pass through Texas, including parts of San Antonio and the Hill Country around 1:30 p.m.
Many Hill Country schools will be off April 8 for solar eclipse; most San Antonio schools will not
More than a dozen school districts in the KSAT viewing area are giving kids the day off.
KSAT Connect: Viewers share photos, videos of annular eclipse in San Antonio area
The annular solar eclipse carved a path through San Antonio and gave viewers a chance to witness the spectacular astronomical event.
WATCH: Annular solar eclipse brings ‘ring of fire’ to South Central Texas, Hill Country
Many people in South Central Texas and the Hill Country were in awe as they looked to the sky for the annular solar eclipse late Saturday morning.
‘We’re concerned with safety:’ Bandera County leaders worry eclipse could drain rural resources dry
With the annular solar eclipse crossing over South Central Texas on Saturday, community leaders across Bandera County are preparing to see thousands of people. They're warning residents to stock up on gas and groceries in advance.
San Antonio area expected to see an uptick in visitors for October’s annular eclipse
The influx of out-of-town visitors for both this annular eclipse and the total eclipse in April is anticipated to bring a notable impact to San Antonio’s economy
WATCH: Annular solar eclipse, livestream with KSAT meteorologists on October 14
Watch an eclipse livestream with the KSAT meteorologists from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday and see the full annular eclipse from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Trail activation event to coincide with Saturday’s eclipse
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and several community organizations will welcome residents to the trails this weekend for fun, educational opportunities and a chance to see the eclipse.
Saturday’s annular eclipse: Could evidence of past eclipses be found in San Antonio’s most historic structures?
There's no doubt this set of eclipses is rare, but it isn't the first time San Antonio has seen an eclipse pass overhead.