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Ex-NFL Media journalist sues league, alleging long-standing institutional discrimination, accuses Jerry Jones of racially insensitive comments

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Jones issued a statement that said in part: “Diversity and inclusion are extremely important to me personally and to the NFL.” DALLAS — A former NFL Media journalist is accusing the league of refusing to address what he calls long-standing institutional discrimination and said his contract was not renewed because he repeatedly voiced concerns regarding … Read more

Aaron Rodgers’ ex-teammate calls out NFL after Jets QB injured

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About half of the NFL’s stadiums use artificial turf, but many players, including Aaron Rodgers, have called for all-grass fields. WASHINGTON — While some may call Aaron Rogers’ torn Achilles bad luck, or just one of the dangers of being a professional football player, some believe there’s a different explanation, one that’s right underfoot.  Rodgers’ … Read more

Get Hispanic Heritage Month started right: Free ‘Selena’ screening in SA this weekend

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“Selena,” the 1997 film that starred Jennifer Lopez as the iconic Tejano singer, was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with an outdoor screening of the 1997 movie “Selena,” which starred a 28-year-old Jennifer Lopez as the eponymous Tejano singer, at the Roosevelt … Read more

San Antonio commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

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Here in San Antonio, we are celebrating on a large scale, including with the city’s largest series of events, Fiestas Patrias. SAN ANTONIO — HIspanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to illustrate the rich contributions and the continued impact of the Hispanic community. It begins on Sept. 15 and goes through Oct. 15. It starts … Read more

‘Feels like I’m dreaming’ | Undrafted SFA rookie makes game-ending play in Jets-Bills matchup

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The former Lumberjack ran back the third punt return for a TD in overtime in NFL history. NEW YORK — Before last night, not many people outside of Nacogdoches, Texas may have heard of Xavier Gipson of the New York Jets. Last night, the undrafted rookie from Stephen F. Austin ended the overtime thriller between … Read more