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Noem Fired as DHS Secretary, Mullin To Takeover March 31

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Trump Told Lawmakers He's Unhappy With Noem’s Congressional Testimony, Taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin as Replacement Donald Trump announced Thursday that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem...

Trump Said Gas Prices Were Falling. A Week Later They’re Climbing Again.

OpenAI Quietly Rewrites Pentagon Deal After Surveillance Concern

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Mr. Tenderism Walter Johnson Takes His Viral BBQ Brand Solo

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AT A GLANCE • Viral pitmaster Walter “Unc” Johnson is going solo after rising to internet fame with his signature barbecue style known as “Tendernism.”•...

Instagram to Alert Parents of Teens’ Repeated Suicide-Related Searches

San Antonio Included in Waymo Expansion With Limited Early Access

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Waseem Ali
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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 is a Community Activist, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Member and Voter’s Rights advocate who is passionate about democracy.
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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.
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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.
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...

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Patriots Plan To Release Stefon Diggs After One Season

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AT A GLANCE • The New England Patriots plan to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs when the new NFL league year begins March 11.• Diggs...

Why NBA Players Are Upset About the Hawks’ “Magic City Monday”

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Hawks’ ‘Magic City Monday’ Promotion to Feature Lemon Pepper Wings, T.I. Performance, and Live Podcast Taping The Atlanta Hawks sparked debate across the NBA after...

Mitch Johnson Has Spurs Ahead of Schedule in West

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The Spurs Are Three Games Behind OKC, But the Real Story May Be Their Young Head Coach The Spurs are 43-17 and and in second...

KC Concepcion Responds to Online Trolls Targeting His Stutter

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NFL Prospect KC Concepcion Is Speaking Up for Others, “Who Are Scared to Speak Up, Who Aren’t as Confident” On Sunday, March 1, the 21-year-old...

Knicks Snap the Spurs’ 11-Game Winning Streak with a 114-89 Victory

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Costly Turnovers And Rebounding Disparity Doom Spurs In Road Loss The Spurs streak ended at 11 games as the Silver and Black fell 114-89 yesterday...

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