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Pence Emerges as a Key Republican Critic of Trump 2.0

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Pence Spent Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars on Ads Opposing RFK Jr. Former Vice President Mike Pence has positioned himself as one of the few...

There’s a Fox in the White (Hen) House

Spend Your Money Here!: NAACP Launches Spending Guide

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Over 22% of Seats on Flights To/From SAT Are Empty, Above U.S. Average

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Flying has become an increasingly packed experience over the years, with airlines seeking to optimize every seat as part of their post-COVID recovery efforts....

How Ezra Coffee Company Stays Grounded to Community

New Restaurant at Broadway’s Former la Madeleine Location, Opens This Summer

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Waseem Ali
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Waseem grew up on the East Side of San Antonio, graduating from Sam Houston High School, where he was an all-star basketball player. Waseem went on to play D1 college basketball at Texas A&M, is still a basketball fan, and enjoys covering the San Antonio Spurs.
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Lena Lopez is a long time community member, parent and teacher to every student or parent who needs help navigating public education. Lena is known to have 4-5 kids a day who are in need of extra help and she always raises her hand to volunteer. Lena’s dedicated to attending all legislative sessions to keep the community up to date on public education.
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Fernando Rover Jr.
Fernando Rover Jr. is a San Antonio based interdisciplinary artist. His work comprises of elements of prose, poetry, photography, film, and performance art. He holds a dual Bachelor’s degree in English and history from Texas Lutheran University and a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Prescott College. His interests range from millennial interests to popular culture, Black male queer experiences, feminism, and impact-based art.
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Mario Salas
Professor Mario Marcel Salas is a retired Assistant Professor of Political Science, having taught Texas Politics, Federal Politics, Political History, the Politics of Mexico, African American Studies, Civil Rights, and International Conflicts. He has served as a City Councilman for the City of San Antonio, and was very active in the Civil Rights Movement in SNCC for many years. He is also a life time member of the San Antonio NAACP. He has authored several editorials, op-eds, and writings.
Connor Wiley
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Connor Wiley is a recent graduate of Southwestern University where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Film. Some of his passions include TV, film, music and all things pop culture.

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From Caregiver at 10 to Launching “WeRiseLoud” in 2025

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Teen Awarded $1.3M in Scholarships and Accepted into 21 Colleges Launches New Platform For Caregivers A Childhood Shaped by Sacrifice What happens when a child is...

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Spurs Fight for Playoff Push

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Following All Star weekend, the Spurs continue their annual Rodeo Road Trip Thursday against the Phoenix Suns (26-28). The Silver and Black are 2-4...

NBA Ratings Decline

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NBA TV Ratings Debate with Mark Cuban and ESPN NBA Analyst Richard Jefferson, Who Consider If the Decline of Cable Is to Blame (Boardroom) —...

NBA’s New All-Star Game Format Receives Mixed Reactions

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Curry Won MVP Honors in San Francisco, But 'Too Much Kevin Hart and Not Enough Basketball' The NBA shook things up for the 2025 All-Star...

Aaron Rodgers and New York Jets Part Ways

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Aaron Rodgers Won’t Return as New York Jets Quarterback The New York Jets have officially decided to part ways with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the team...

Sterling Sharpe Joins Hall of Fame, Making History with Brother Shannon

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When former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Sterling Sharpe was announced as part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025, he...

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