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San Antonio Proposes New Zoning Rules for Eastside ICE Detention Facility

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City Considers Zoning Changes as Proposed ICE Detention Facility Draws Local and Federal Attention San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones' office is addressing the issue...

Many Americans Think DEI Is Racist

Sheila Cherfilus McCormick Resigns Ahead of Ethics Hearing

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Live Nation Found Liable in Major Antitrust Case

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A federal jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for anticompetitive practices that raised ticket prices and limited competition across the live entertainment industry.

Walmart Updates Great Value Packaging for Modern Shoppers

Ava Ivy Is Rewriting the Hiring Playbook With AI—and NVIDIA Took Notice

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Waseem Ali
Waseem Ali
An East Side San Antonio native, Waseem made his mark as an all-star at Sam Houston High School before competing in Division I basketball at Texas A&M University. With deep roots in the community and a lifelong passion for the sport, he now brings that perspective to his coverage of the San Antonio Spurs.
Gordon Benjamin
Gordon Benjamin
Gordon Benjamin is a Community Activist, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Member and Voter’s Rights advocate who is passionate about democracy.
Alana Zarriello
Alana Zarriello
Raised in San Antonio, Texas, Alana Zarriello earned her bachelor's degree in Political Science from UTSA. She is an avid history buff who finds the connections from past to present.
Fernando Rover Jr.
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.
Mario Salas
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
Connor Wiley
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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Ava Ivy Is Rewriting the Hiring Playbook With AI—and NVIDIA Took Notice

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Black Woman-Owned AI Workforce Platform Makes History, Selected for NVIDIA Inception Program Ava C. Ivy, an African American technology entrepreneur, author, and workforce strategist, is...

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Spurs Open Postseason With Strong Win Over Portland

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Victor Wembanyama Wins 2025-26 NBA Defensive Player of the Year After six agonizingly long years the wait is over and the kids from the Alamo...

Nuggets Top Spurs in Final Game, San Antonio Enters Playoffs as No. 2 Seed

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Spurs Head Into Postseason After 62 Win Season Despite Loss To Nuggets The Spurs dropped their final game of the season to the Denver Nuggets...

Doc Rivers Steps Down After Bucks’ Losing Season Ends Playoff Streak

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Doc Rivers is stepping down as Milwaukee Bucks head coach after a losing season that snapped the team’s long playoff streak.

Mo’ne Davis Signs With Indianapolis Clowns as Banana Ball Adds Historic Star

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Mo’ne Davis has signed with the Indianapolis Clowns, bringing another historic milestone to her baseball career as Banana Ball revives one of the sport’s most recognizable Negro Leagues names.

Michigan Beats UConn 69-63 in NCAA Championship

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Michigan Leans On Defense And Late Execution To Outlast UConn And Capture Program’s Second National Championship Michigan’s new Fab Five threw style points out the...

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