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Biden’s age is a problem: You should vote for him anyway

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Few questions have been more salient — or more controversial — in this election season than the thorny question of President Joe Biden’s age....

Supreme Court rules Trump is entitled to some immunity in January 6 case

Supreme Court rules for Biden administration in social media dispute

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Business

Sonic joins McDonalds, Taco Bell and Burger King in offering lower-priced food options to customers

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The fast-food wars gained a new participant on Monday as Sonic Drive-In rolled out a value menu consisting of entrées, snacks and desserts. Sonic said...

‘Not Sustainable’- Jim’s Closes Next Restaurant

It Wasn’t Black Friday it was Daiso’s Grand Opening in Alamo Ranch

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Waseem Ali
Waseem Ali
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.
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.
Lena Lopez
Lena Lopez
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.
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.

Weekly Business Owner Spotlight

Ava’s Pet Palace: A 15-year-old entrepreneur finds success in treats

Spotlight Observer Staff -
Learn about 15-year-old Ava’s Pet Palace Founder Ava Dorsey and her vision for the future of her pet treats business and the pet food...

Sports

Spurs Look to Burden Tax Payers AGAIN While Stiffing Communities in the Process

Columnist Fernando Rover Jr. -
Another New San Antonio Spurs Arena? The San Antonio Spurs want to construct a new $1.2 billion basketball arena in the downtown area. Recent...

Gymnastics Teams Announced for 2024 USA Olympic Team

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Gymnastics Teams Announced for 2024 USA Olympic Team As the world gears up for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the USA Gymnastics Federation has officially...

Spurs Continue Rebuild Around Victor Wembanyama with Draft Picks and Veteran Chris Paul Signing

Columnist Waseem Ali -
The rebuild continues for the Spurs as they look to add pieces around Victor Wembanyama. Utilizing the fourth pick in this year’s draft, the...

The WNBA is having a moment. A new documentary highlights off-court player activism

Basketball Observer Staff -
Know how you can tell if women’s sports has finally broken into the American mainstream consciousness? When your 82-year-old grandmother-in-law tells you, “They’ve been...

Three Unexpected Picks from the First Round of the 2024 NBA Draft

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