Alaska DPS denies open records request for Troy family, loved ones still seeking answers

HOMER, Alaska — Alaska DPS has denied the open records request submitted by 6 News asking specifically what they’ve heard from the four survivors about what happened after a Troy family went missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Alaska. On Saturday, Aug. 3, David Maynard, 42, his wife Mary, 37, and their … Read more

New law promises parents more oversight over kids’ social media activity

One version of the bill called for social media companies to include sweeping filters to block out “harmful content.” However, a judge blocked that provision. AUSTIN, Texas — A new bill aims to provide parents greater control over their children’s social media activity, although there are limits in light of legal action. The Texas Legislature … Read more

Joaquin Castro releases annual nominations list of songs, albums by Latino artists for National Recording Registry

Among the 30 nominees are some big names in music including Selena, Vicente Fernandez, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Celia Cruz, Shakira and more. SAN ANTONIO — In an effort to highlight the nation’s culturally diverse audio legacy, Congressman Joaquin Castro has released his annual nominations list of 30 songs, sounds and albums by Latino voices that he … Read more

‘I’ll be a Spur for life’ | Matt Bonner moving from Spurs to cover the Toronto Raptors

Bonner will be heading back to Toronto, where his NBA career began. SAN ANTONIO — After retiring from basketball, former San Antonio Spurs forward Matt Bonner joined the team as a television studio commentator, did Spurs radio, and co-hosted the Spurs’ pregame, halftime, and postgame shows. But after years with the Spurs, he will move … Read more