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Civil Rights Icon Cesar Chavez  Accused of Sexual Abuse in New Report

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Cesar Chavez Allegations Shake Legacy of Civil Rights Icon, Unions and Institutions Pull Support A sweeping new investigation by The New York Times has brought...

Democratic Primary Leaves Bexar County Bench Without Black Judges, Boyd and Cruz Respond

Who’s Really Leading The Revolution?

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Texas Barbers and Trade Workers Risk Losing Licenses Under New Rule

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AT A GLANCE • Texas regulators are moving toward a permanent rule that would require proof of legal U.S. authorization for many professional licenses.• About...

Black Women Entrepreneurs Are Driving Business Growth

Beloved Whiskey Brand Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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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.
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Gordon Benjamin
Gordon Benjamin is a Community Activist, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Member and Voter’s Rights advocate who is passionate about democracy.
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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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How Forty Acres Fresh Market Is Reclaiming the Promise of ’40 Acres’

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Forty Acres Fresh Market Is Tackling Food Inequity and Reshaping Economic Access in One of Chicago’s Long Overlooked Neighborhoods In Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, a new...

Sports

WNBA Secures Historic CBA Deal That Could Lead to $1 Million Salaries

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WNBA And Players Association Announce Historic Salary Deal Reached Early Wednesday Just 51 days before the league’s 30th season is set to begin, the WNBA...

Wembanyama Powers Spurs Past Clippers for 50th Win of the Season

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Spurs Rally Past Clippers for 50th Win, Stay Within Reach of Top Seed in West The Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 119-115 Monday night...

Jalen Rose Says There’s A ‘Residue’ Of Slavery In The NBA

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Jalen Rose NBA Slavery Residue Comments Renew Debate Over Player Labor and Power Former NBA player Jalen Rose is again speaking candidly about race, labor,...

Bam! Heat’s Adebayo Scores 83 Points, 2nd Only to Wilt Chamberlain

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Historic Night Puts Bam Adebayo Ahead of Kobe Bryant on NBA Scoring List, Behind Only Wilt Chamberlain Bam Adebayo had a night for all time...

Spurs Eye Top Seed as Regular Season Enters Final Stretch

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Spurs Reassert Themselves in NBA Championship Conversation The Spurs have reeled off four straight games since their 11 game winning streak ended last Sunday at...

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