GMSA: Carjacking outside pizzeria; US Rep. Elijah Cummings dies; National Pasta Day

We're waking up this Thursday to two big breaking news stories. Join us for the latest on the passing of House Oversight Committee Chairman Rep. Elijah Cummings and a draft Brexit deal that paves the way for the UK to formally leave the EU. Leslie is back after being under the weather Wednesday. She seems to feel much better. After today, I'll be off for a long weekend. I'm headed east to meet up with my son and visit my parents. I'm excited to see everyone! Have a good day. We'll see you on GMSA! - Mark & Leslie Here's what's on Good Morning San Antonio for Thursday, October 17: CLICK HERE TO WATCH LIVE What's Trending Voyage to historic canals of Xochimilco, search for Marigold flower used on Day of the Dead On the second day of KSAT's journey to Mexico City, our crew traveled south to Xochimilco. The area is one of 16 boroughs within Mexico City and is known for its historic canals. It was established on the shores of Lake Xochimilco before the Spanish conquest and is designated as a World Heritage Site. Here are more interesting facts about Xochimilco and its connection to Dia de los Muertos. Restaurants announce freebies, deals for National Pasta Day Thursday is a day to celebrate the holy grail of carbs. National Pasta Day lands on Oct. 17, and it will be celebrated around the United States with deals and freebies at several restaurant chains. The following promotions are among the ways you can fulfill your civic duty on National Pasta Day. Unique glamping spots for rent near Texas ghost town Texas is full of history and haunted locations, but did you know there's an entire ghost town you can tour? Ghost Town, located in Terlingua, is an abandoned mining town that went belly up, causing the residents to pack up and leave their little town behind. If you're in the mood to visit the decaying buildings and mine shafts and see a piece of Texas history, there are several spots available for glamping. Today's Headlines Firefighting was his calling: Fallen firefighter's parents grateful for outpouring of support The parents of fallen firefighter Greg Garza acknowledge their eldest son, who towered over most people, was known as a "gentle giant" for a reason. "He was very strong, very strong, and yet, he was very kind and very gentle," said Joe Garza, Greg's father and the retired administrator for the Bexar County Commissioners Court. Garza said his son found firefighting as his calling and was a San Antonio firefighter for the past 17 years. SAPD: Man's vehicle stolen at gunpoint in parking lot of pizzeria San Antonio police are searching for two suspects who stole a man's vehicle at gunpoint on the city's North Side late Wednesday night. The incident occurred just after 10 p.m. in the parking lot of the Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria in the 11700 block of West Avenue, not far from Blanco Road. House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings dead at 68 Rep. Elijiah Cummings of Maryland died Thursday morning at age 68, according to his office. He died of "complications concerning longstanding health challenges," his office said in a statement. The Democratic congressman has represented Maryland's 7th Congressional District since 1996 and served as the chairman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee. KSAT12 Safe Halloween Spooktakular Don't miss out on Halloween fun and games! Looking for a SAFE, family-friendly Halloween activity? October 27th, 11am to 6pm at Sunset Station. TICKETS HERE. Weather What's the weather going to be like? Click here for more details and get the latest weather forecast from KSAT 12, Your Weather Authority: * Click HERE for weather updates * Download the KSAT Weather app for iPhone and Android TRAFFIC: Transguide Traffic cameras give a live look of the latest traffic conditions

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On the second day of KSAT's journey to Mexico City, our crew traveled south to Xochimilco. The area is one of 16 boroughs within Mexico City and is known for its historic canals. It was established on the shores of Lake Xochimilco before the Spanish conquest and is designated as a World Heritage Site. Here are more interesting facts about Xochimilco and its connection to Dia de los Muertos.

Thursday is a day to celebrate the holy grail of carbs. National Pasta Day lands on Oct. 17, and it will be celebrated around the United States with deals and freebies at several restaurant chains. The following promotions are among the ways you can fulfill your civic duty on National Pasta Day.

Texas is full of history and haunted locations, but did you know there's an entire ghost town you can tour? Ghost Town, located in Terlingua, is an abandoned mining town that went belly up, causing the residents to pack up and leave their little town behind. If you're in the mood to visit the decaying buildings and mine shafts and see a piece of Texas history, there are several spots available for glamping.

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The parents of fallen firefighter Greg Garza acknowledge their eldest son, who towered over most people, was known as a "gentle giant" for a reason. "He was very strong, very strong, and yet, he was very kind and very gentle," said Joe Garza, Greg's father and the retired administrator for the Bexar County Commissioners Court. Garza said his son found firefighting as his calling and was a San Antonio firefighter for the past 17 years.

San Antonio police are searching for two suspects who stole a man's vehicle at gunpoint on the city's North Side late Wednesday night. The incident occurred just after 10 p.m. in the parking lot of the Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria in the 11700 block of West Avenue, not far from Blanco Road.

Rep. Elijiah Cummings of Maryland died Thursday morning at age 68, according to his office. He died of "complications concerning longstanding health challenges," his office said in a statement. The Democratic congressman has represented Maryland's 7th Congressional District since 1996 and served as the chairman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee.

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