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San Antonio native, former NFL quarterback Tommy Kramer announces dementia diagnosis
Read full article: San Antonio native, former NFL quarterback Tommy Kramer announces dementia diagnosisFormer NFL quarterback Tommy Kramer, who attended Robert E. Lee High School and Rice University, announced his recent dementia diagnosis on Wednesday.
Nelly Korda stumbles again in 1st event since US Women's Open, shooting 76 in Meijer LPGA Classic
Read full article: Nelly Korda stumbles again in 1st event since US Women's Open, shooting 76 in Meijer LPGA ClassicNelly Korda stumbled again Thursday in her first event since missing the cut in the U.S. Women’s Open, dropping four strokes on the first three holes in a 4-over 76 at the windy Meijer LPGA Classic.
Massachusetts fugitive dubbed the 'bad breath rapist' captured in California after 16 years at large
Read full article: Massachusetts fugitive dubbed the 'bad breath rapist' captured in California after 16 years at largeAuthorities say a fugitive dubbed the “bad breath rapist” has been arrested in the San Francisco Bay Area more than 16 years after he fled following a conviction for sexually assaulting a coworker in Massachusetts.
A Pittsburgh congressional race could test Democrats who have criticized Israel's handling of war
Read full article: A Pittsburgh congressional race could test Democrats who have criticized Israel's handling of warAn election this month in Pittsburgh and some of its suburbs is emerging as an early test of whether Israel’s war with Hamas poses political threats to progressive Democrats in Congress who've criticized the conflict.
Wisconsin voters approve ban on private money support for elections
Read full article: Wisconsin voters approve ban on private money support for electionsPrivate money to fund elections will be banned in Wisconsin after voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday put forward by Republicans in reaction to grants received in 2020 that were funded by donations from Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.
85 years after a racist mob drove Opal Lee’s family away, she’s getting a new home on the same spot
Read full article: 85 years after a racist mob drove Opal Lee’s family away, she’s getting a new home on the same spotWhen Opal Lee was 12, a racist mob, angered that a Black family had moved in, drove her family out of their Texas home.
Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AI
Read full article: Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AITennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed off on legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.
Captain of ship carrying Iranian-made missile components to remain behind bars pending trial
Read full article: Captain of ship carrying Iranian-made missile components to remain behind bars pending trialA Pakistani national who U.S. officials say was the captain of a ship carrying Iranian-made missile components to Houthi rebels in Yemen has been ordered to remain behind bars while he awaits trial on charges of attempting to smuggle a warhead and other weapons and lying to U.S. Coast Guard officers as they boarded the boat U.S. Central Command Navy forces, including Navy SEALs, boarded the vessel in the Arabian Sea the night of Jan. 11.
California’s Senate primary could fell two prominent Democrats and elevate Republican Steve Garvey
Read full article: California’s Senate primary could fell two prominent Democrats and elevate Republican Steve GarveyCalifornia’s Senate race was expected to be a three-way Democratic prizefight this year.
MacArthur girls basketball pulls together historic regular season, shifts focus to playoffs
Read full article: MacArthur girls basketball pulls together historic regular season, shifts focus to playoffsThe MacArthur girls’ basketball team (24-11, 15-1) won their first District 27-5A Championship outright in the program’s 74-year history by defeating Burbank 69-47 on Tuesday.
Atlantic storm Lee delivers high winds and rain before forecasters call off all warnings
Read full article: Atlantic storm Lee delivers high winds and rain before forecasters call off all warningsAtlantic storm Lee made landfall at near-hurricane strength, bringing destructive winds, rough surf and torrential rains to New England and Maritime Canada.
Opal Lee, ‘grandmother of Juneteenth,’ to be inducted into Texas Women’s Hall of Fame
Read full article: Opal Lee, ‘grandmother of Juneteenth,’ to be inducted into Texas Women’s Hall of FameOpal Lee, the “grandmother of Juneteenth,” is among the inductees for the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame, Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday.
Civil suit can continue against corrupt former deputy linked to death of Mississippi man
Read full article: Civil suit can continue against corrupt former deputy linked to death of Mississippi manA civil suit can continue against a former Mississippi deputy who pleaded guilty on Aug. 3 to torturing and shooting a Black man in the mouth.
Racist abuse by Mississippi officers reveals a culture of misconduct, residents say
Read full article: Racist abuse by Mississippi officers reveals a culture of misconduct, residents sayResidents of the Mississippi county where a rogue group of officers carried out a racist assault say a culture of corruption and violence exists within the sheriff’s office.
Defending champion Minjee Lee of Australia takes 3-shot lead into Founders Cup finale
Read full article: Defending champion Minjee Lee of Australia takes 3-shot lead into Founders Cup finaleDefending champion Minjee Lee of Australia overcame an opening bogey for a 5-under 67 and a three-stroke lead Saturday, heading in the final round of the Founders Cup.
After derailment, toxic burn, student-athletes seek normalcy
Read full article: After derailment, toxic burn, student-athletes seek normalcyAs spring sports get underway at East Palestine High School in Ohio, organizers are trying to create normalcy for student-athletes while cleanup from the February train derailment and toxic chemical burn continues just over a mile away.
Texas superintendent resigns after student finds his gun in school bathroom
Read full article: Texas superintendent resigns after student finds his gun in school bathroomThe incident comes as lawmakers debate how to make schools safer after the Uvalde massacre and favor measures like arming more educators.
Opal Lee, ‘grandmother of Juneteenth,’ gets portrait at Texas Capitol
Read full article: Opal Lee, ‘grandmother of Juneteenth,’ gets portrait at Texas CapitolA Texas woman who helped make Juneteenth a federal holiday has become the second Black Texan honored with a portrait on the walls of the state’s Senate chamber.
Two swing House seats in spotlight in battleground of Nevada
Read full article: Two swing House seats in spotlight in battleground of NevadaTwo of Nevada’s four U.S. House races will be in the swing-seat spotlight Nov. 8 as Democratic incumbents Susie Lee and Steven Horsford seek reelection in the western battleground state.
BGC Week 1 Preview: Brandeis vs. O’Connor headlines three best games to stream Friday night
Read full article: BGC Week 1 Preview: Brandeis vs. O’Connor headlines three best games to stream Friday nightThe Texas high school football season is upon us! KSAT 12's Andrew Cely breaks down the three biggest matchups to stream live on the BGC App Friday night, featuring Brandeis vs. O'Connor, Wagner vs. Liberty Hill and Sotomayor vs. LEE.
Minjee Lee takes 1-shot lead into last round of Founders Cup
Read full article: Minjee Lee takes 1-shot lead into last round of Founders CupMinjee Lee had an eagle-birdie run on the back nine and took a one-shot lead over Madelene Sagstrom Saturday, heading into the final round of the Cognizant Founders Cup.
Suspect in custody after USA Paralympian’s gold medals were stolen, SAPD chief says
Read full article: Suspect in custody after USA Paralympian’s gold medals were stolen, SAPD chief saysSan Antonio police say they have arrested the man accused of stealing gold medals out of a USA Paralympian’s vehicle.
News publisher Lee faces renewed pressure from hedge funds
Read full article: News publisher Lee faces renewed pressure from hedge fundsNewspaper publisher Lee Enterprises is facing renewed pressure from a hedge fund to speed up its transition to digital publishing and consider adding new digital-savvy leaders to its board.
Embattled Medina Valley athletic director accuses community members of slander
Read full article: Embattled Medina Valley athletic director accuses community members of slanderThe athletic director and head football coach of Medina Valley Independent School District is pushing back on allegations of erratic behavior and workplace bullying, accusing several people in the community of slander in letters sent by an attorney he has retained.
Top-seeded NC State women beat Kansas State, reach Sweet 16
Read full article: Top-seeded NC State women beat Kansas State, reach Sweet 16Kayla Jones scored 18 points to help top-seeded North Carolina State beat Kansas State 89-57 in Monday’s second round of the NCAA Tournament, earning a fourth straight trip to the Sweet 16.
Lee Enterprises directors reelected despite hedge fund fight
Read full article: Lee Enterprises directors reelected despite hedge fund fightThree directors at newspaper publisher Lee Enterprises have been reelected over the objections of the hedge fund that has been trying to buy the company since last fall.
UIL State Wrestling 2022 Recap: Day 1
Read full article: UIL State Wrestling 2022 Recap: Day 1High school wrestlers from across the greater San Antonio area travel to the Berry Center in Cypress on Friday morning for the UIL State tournament, looking to punch their tickets to Saturday's championship rounds.
Judge backs Lee Enterprises rejection of hedge fund nominees
Read full article: Judge backs Lee Enterprises rejection of hedge fund nomineesLee Enterprises effort to repel a hostile takeover got a boost this week when a judge ruled the newspaper publisher could ignore two director nominations from the Alden Global Capital hedge fund.
HIGHLIGHTS: UIL Region IV-6A Wrestling Championships
Read full article: HIGHLIGHTS: UIL Region IV-6A Wrestling ChampionshipsHighlights and reaction from the UIL Region 4-6A wrestling championships on Saturday afternoon at Littleton Gym, as area wrestlers compete for regional titles and berths in this year's state tournament.
HIGHLIGHTS: Clark’s Croley, Johnson’s Scott headline Region VII-6A Swimming Championships
Read full article: HIGHLIGHTS: Clark’s Croley, Johnson’s Scott headline Region VII-6A Swimming ChampionshipsHighlights and reaction from Josh Davis Natatorium, as high school swimmers from around the San Antonio area competed in the 2022 UIL Region VII-6A Swimming & Diving Championships looking to punch their tickets to this year's state meet in Austin.
Alden hedge fund appeals to investors in news publisher Lee
Read full article: Alden hedge fund appeals to investors in news publisher LeeThe Alden Global Capital hedge fund is sending its own appeal to shareholders of newspaper publisher Lee Enterprises as part of its campaign to acquire the company.
BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the year
Read full article: BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the yearAfter one of the greatest years in San Antonio sports history, KSAT 12 counts down the 12 best moments and memories from 2021.
Lee Enterprises rejects takeover bid from Alden hedge fund
Read full article: Lee Enterprises rejects takeover bid from Alden hedge fundNewspaper publisher Lee Enterprises has rejected a takeover offer from the Alden Global Capital hedge fund that is one of the largest newspaper owners in the country with a reputation for intense cost cuts and layoffs.
Hedge fund Alden in hunt for another big newspaper chain
Read full article: Hedge fund Alden in hunt for another big newspaper chainHedge fund Alden Global Capital, one of the country’s largest newspaper owners with a reputation for intense cost cuts and layoffs, has offered to buy the local newspaper chain Lee Enterprises for about $141 million.
Street pastor remembered over a month after he was killed at a bus stop; suspect still at large
Read full article: Street pastor remembered over a month after he was killed at a bus stop; suspect still at largeA special tribute was held in honor of a young street pastor who was killed after being stabbed multiple times on the Northwest Side.
‘You are a coward’: Mother of young father gunned down seeks answers, justice
Read full article: ‘You are a coward’: Mother of young father gunned down seeks answers, justiceA San Antonio mother is devastated that her newly born grandson has to live fatherless after his dad was gunned down in his Northeast Side apartment.
Asian American health workers fight virus and racist attacks
Read full article: Asian American health workers fight virus and racist attacksHealth care workers of Asian and Pacific Islander descent say they have been subjected to racial slurs and sometimes physical attacks amid the coronavirus pandemic.
REDEMPTION: LEE boys soccer tops Rockwall Heath, wins UIL Class 6A State title
Read full article: REDEMPTION: LEE boys soccer tops Rockwall Heath, wins UIL Class 6A State titleFor the first time in their history, the LEE boys soccer team is bringing home a state title after defeating Rockwall Heath 2-0 in the UIL Class 6A State Championship game.
LEE boys soccer defeats Jersey Village 2-0, returns to UIL State championship game
Read full article: LEE boys soccer defeats Jersey Village 2-0, returns to UIL State championship gameJulian Sanchez tallied a goal and an assist, as the LEE Volunteers defeated Jersey Village in the UIL Class 6A State semifinals on Tuesday night, punching their tickets to the championship game for the second time in the last three seasons.
LEE boys soccer preparing for second UIL state appearance in last three years
Read full article: LEE boys soccer preparing for second UIL state appearance in last three yearsOne year after their season was ended prematurely due to the coronavirus pandemic, the LEE boys soccer team is heading back to the UIL State Semifinals looking to finish the job and take home the title.
There aren't enough substitute teachers to step in when coronavirus keeps Texas teachers out of the classroom
Read full article: There aren't enough substitute teachers to step in when coronavirus keeps Texas teachers out of the classroomWhen high school teacher Jennifer Lee came down with COVID-19-induced pneumonia during winter break, first-year teacher Hana Oglesby-Hendrix “adopted” her class. Texas school districts, like those across the country, are having trouble keeping their classrooms staffed as teachers stay home for COVID-related quarantine or isolation and the well of substitute teachers is drier than in past years. In Texas, each school district or region sets requirements for hiring substitute teachers, which may not include a teaching certificate or bachelors degree. Some Texas districts are also increasing pay and lowering requirements to attract more substitutes, according to local news reports. Substitute teachers are especially hard to come by in rural districts without the added problem of a pandemic.
Inauguration fashion: Purple, pearls, American designers
Read full article: Inauguration fashion: Purple, pearls, American designers(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)Joe Biden and Kamala Harris showcased American designers at their inauguration Wednesday, and Harris gave a nod to women's suffrage, Shirley Chisholm and her beloved sorority in pearls and purple. Pearls had a strong fashion showing, in line with a social media campaign that had inauguration watchers donning strands in support and celebration of Harris. “If there’s a message to be taken from today’s inauguration fashion, it’s that those who attended are signaling faith in unity and bipartisanship, as well as restoring truth and trust,” Torgerson said. Another inauguration fashion star on Twitter was Nikolas Ajagu, the husband of Harris' niece, Meena Harris. It was updated on January 21, 2021, to correct the fact that Meena Harris is Vice President Kamala Harris’ niece, not her sister.
Don’t fall for fake vaccine scams, FBI warns
Read full article: Don’t fall for fake vaccine scams, FBI warnsIn the coming weeks, FBI special agents want everyone to look out for schemes offering fake vaccines. “The FBI has been closely following scams connected with the COVID pandemic,” said FBI Special Agent Michelle Lee. Like Lee, Croft warns about the red flags that may appear through a website, text message, email or a phone call. “I promise you, nobody will ever ask you in advance to pay in advance for a vaccine,” Croft said. You can report vaccine scams to the Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.IC3.gov or your local FBI field office, which can be located at www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices.
Online predators take advantage of people during the holidays, FBI warns
Read full article: Online predators take advantage of people during the holidays, FBI warnsSAN ANTONIO – ‘Tis the season for giving, and local FBI special agents say online predators are ready to take advantage of unsuspecting people. “We really have kind of a perfect storm in front of us,” said FBI Special Agent Michelle Lee. As consumers shop online for holiday gifts, Lee warns about websites offering fake deals. When you get an alleged deal in the form of a text or email, Lee said if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. “Families being apart and maybe having lost loved ones due to COVID and being lonely and looking for companionship online,” Lee said.
HIGHLIGHTS: Warren volleyball tops Holmes, Brandeis remains undefeated
Read full article: HIGHLIGHTS: Warren volleyball tops Holmes, Brandeis remains undefeatedAndrew has covered athletics of all levels for more than five years and is dedicated to shining a spotlight on local San Antonio athletes and their stories.
'Esports is built on community’: St. Mary’s University hopes to create more diversity in competitive gaming program
Read full article: 'Esports is built on community’: St. Mary’s University hopes to create more diversity in competitive gaming programSAN ANTONIO – Competitive video gaming, otherwise known as esports, is considered one of the fastest-growing sports globally. St. Mary’s University launched its Rattler esports program this year. Head coach of the program, Kaitlin Teniente, said Black and Latino students are often underrepresented because of lack of accessibility. However, the university hopes to bridge the divide by providing scholarships to future students who are people of color. “The idea is that these scholarships would help us, in turn, recruit that kind of student to bring them into the program,” Teniente said.
Mirim Lee wins a stunner in a playoff at the ANA Inspiration
Read full article: Mirim Lee wins a stunner in a playoff at the ANA InspirationChiu)RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. – Mirim Lee chipped in three times Sunday, the last one for eagle on the final hole that got her into a three-way playoff at the ANA Inspiration that she won on the first extra hole with a birdie. Her birdie putt missed on the left side. Lee hit 5-wood just over the back of the putting surface, chipped to 5 feet and made the winner. The Canadian took her only lead on the 12th hole when Korda made bogey, and it didn't last long. Henderson's 8-foot birdie putt curled in the left side of the cup on No.
'Mighty mice' stay musclebound in space, boon for astronauts
Read full article: 'Mighty mice' stay musclebound in space, boon for astronautsBut the eight genetically engineered mighty mice launched with double the muscle maintained their bulk. Their muscles appeared to be comparable to similar mighty mice that stayed behind at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. In addition, eight normal mice that received mighty mouse treatment in space returned to Earth with dramatically bigger muscles. His next step: possibly sending more mighty mice to the space station for an even longer stay. Three NASA astronauts looked after the space mice, performing body scans and injections: Christina Koch and Jessica Meir, who performed the first all-female spacewalk last fall, and Andrew Morgan.
A terminally ill rescue dog became a police K-9 for a day
Read full article: A terminally ill rescue dog became a police K-9 for a day(CNN) -- Police in Pasco, Washington, turned a rescue pup with an inoperable tumor into a dashing police K9. His owner, Kristi Kesler, worked with Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue to come up with bucket list for the dog she lovingly calls "Eddie Spaghetti." Police in Pasco, Washington, turned a rescue pup with an inoperable tumor into a dashing police K9. "These people who've really stepped up and said we want to make a difference in this dog's life — it's meant the world to know that people still do care," Kesler told KAPP. Officer Lee told KAPP that she wants Eddie's story to shed light on the fact that dumping animals is not the answer.