George Gervin launches new vodka brand; Keldon & Kaleb Johnson hosting San Antonio summer basketball camp

SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs icon George Gervin has announced his new vodka, “Ice 44.” The vodka will be available in four flavors: Original, Pineapple, Green Apple, and Blueberry. “Welcome to Ice 44 Vodka, where premium quality meets the legendary spirit of George ‘Iceman’ Gervin. Discover the smooth taste of our artisan vodka, perfect … Read more

11-year-old brings dozens of foster families to Astros game for magical afternoon

About 150 kids and families in the foster care system got a break from their day-to-day challenges this week during an afternoon of making Major League memories. HOUSTON — An 11-year-old Corpus Christi boy with a huge heart gave dozens of foster kids a magical afternoon at Daikan Park on Thursday.  Nate Gonzalez isn’t your … Read more

Former Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Dave Parker dies

Dave Parker, nicknamed “the Cobra,” played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Cincinnati, Milwaukee, the California Angels and Toronto. PITTSBURGH — Dave Parker, a hard-hitting outfielder who was set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame next month, has died, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Saturday. He was 74. No further details about Parker’s death were … Read more

LeBron James formally opts in for a 23rd season, will make $52.6M in 2025-26, AP source says

LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2025-26. WASHINGTON — LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2025-26, further confirming that he will become the first player in NBA history to play a 23rd season, a person with knowledge of the … Read more

Spurs offseason roundup: Kornet, Yabusele, qualifying two-way offers, Mamukelashvili being lured overseas

The San Antonio Spurs may pursue Celtics free agent Luke Kornet to add depth at center. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs‘ offseason is in full swing, and rumors and possible signings are coming in. Here is the latest Spurs offseason news: The Spurs are expected to pursue Celtics free agent big man Luke … Read more

Jake Paul beats former middleweight champ Julio César Chávez Jr. by unanimous decision

The YouTuber-turned-boxer dominated the early rounds Saturday night before holding on against Chávez’s late-round rally. ANAHEIM, Calif. — Jake Paul appeared to be taking the biggest risk of his unique boxing career by stepping in the ring with Julio César Chávez Jr., a former middleweight champion and his most accomplished opponent by far. At least … Read more

A win for women’s sports: Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever brings a sold-out crowd to the AAC

Even without superstar Caitlin Clark, Wings vs. Fever electrified a sold-out crowd at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. DALLAS — They spent big on tickets, booked flights and hotels, or made the drive for a weekend getaway in Texas. And even with Caitlin Clark sidelined by injury, Friday night still felt like a win … Read more