Despite the White House reversing its decision to halt federal grants, some San Antonio nonprofits said the damage is already done.

Many domestic violence victims struggle to leave dangerous relationships, often because they don’t want to leave a pet behind — a reason several people don’t think of.

Experts teach communities it is everyone's responsibility to help prevent and stop domestic violence. It is difficult to intervene, especially when you don't know what to say. That's where those experts come in.

A San Antonio survey of the population experiencing homelessness reveals hundreds are women and children escaping domestic violence situations.

It is an incredibly rare story to hear and an incredibly difficult story to tell. Men who are survivors of domestic violence rarely open up, but a Dallas man wants others to know it's okay to ask for help.

Michael Gonzales pled guilty to the 2020 murder of his ex-girlfriend.

Many domestic violence victims who don't speak English avoid reaching out for help. However, a survivor in San Antonio wants others to know there are translation services that can help you and your family escape dangerous situations.

Over 100 local faith and community leaders joined together Tuesday to discuss what they can do to serve domestic violence victims in their congregations.

It's common for those who are abused either continue to become consistent victims, or even become abusers themselves. That's why it's crucial to stop the cycle before passing it on even further.

Advocates say San Antonio’s domestic violence rate is at epidemic levels. Local organizations are tackling this issue and shared details about what’s happening in our community and their strategy to save lives during Friday’s State of Domestic Violence event.

SAN ANTONIO – A brand new advisory council on teen dating violence will be comprised of teenagers themselves. During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Family Violence Prevention Services has begun taking applications for high school juniors and seniors. Few people realize one in 11 high school females and one in 15 high school males have experienced or witnessed teen dating violence in the last year. Goforth volunteers with Family Violence Prevention Services in San Antonio, where she’s gained basic knowledge about domestic violence and its many forms. AdIf you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or teen dating violence, there is a list of resources on the KSAT.com Domestic Violence page.

Eighty percent of homelessness is related to domestic violence, which is why local experts say the majority of the homeless are mothers and children. A homeless abuse survivor in San Antonio reinforces that fact and is sharing her heartbreaking, yet powerful story. The second goal was if my mother adopted my children, if their father killed me, he couldn't fight for them anymore." She knows it's not a forever plan, and Family Violence Prevention Services CEO Marta Pelaez said it shouldn't be. For comprehensive services, you can call Family Violence Prevention Services, which runs the Battered Women and Children's Shelter, at 210-733-8810.