From foster care to the World Series: Pearland 9-year-old shines on the diamond

9-year-old Mersadys Merchant shines in the national finals of MLB’s Pitch, Hit, and Run, demonstrating determination after overcoming a difficult start in life. PEARLAND, Texas — On a Pearland softball field, 9-year-old Mersadys Merchant is proving that determination and a big swing can turn dreams into reality. “She just said, ‘I want to hit softballs,’” … Read more

‘Wicked’ Broadway actor runs NYC marathon, hops on stage for two performances

Broadway star Jordan Litz ran the NYC Marathon in 3:40:53, then performed in Broadway’s “Wicked” twice in the same day. NEW YORK — Broadway performer Jordan Litz completed the New York City Marathon and immediately took to the stage for a matinee showing of “Wicked” on Sunday. Litz, who has played Prince Fiyero on Broadway since May … Read more

Trump invites Dodgers to White House after World Series win

“Congratulations to the L.A. Dodgers, a game won by incredible CHAMPIONS!!!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has formally invited the Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House after the team won their second consecutive championship Saturday, knocking out the Blue Jays in a nail-biter seventh game of the World Series.  … Read more

Spotlight: San Antonio Spurs’ Devin Vassell’s solid start to the season | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — Devin Vassell is proving himself an efficient role player and reshaping the San Antonio Spurs‘ early-season success.  Host Jeff Garcia and James Pledger from San Antonio Sports Star, break down Vassell’s statistical improvements, the Spurs’ defensive evolution under coordinator Sean Sweeney, and how Mitch Johnson’s first full offseason as head coach has created … Read more

Wembanyama leads Spurs to their first 5-0 start with 27 points, 18 rebounds in win over the Heat

The Silver & Black capped their first homestand of the season by making some franchise history at Frost Bank Center. SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama had 27 points, 18 rebounds, six assists and five blocked shots, and the San Antonio Spurs improved to 5-0 for the first time in franchise history by beating the Miami … Read more