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Tarik Skubal, Paul Skenes, Mason Miller, and David Bednar join Team USA for the World Baseball Classic, bolstering a pitching staff that also includes Clay Holmes, Nolan McLean, and Joe Ryan. The roster boasts talented position players like Cal Raleigh, Gunnar Henderson, and Aaron Judge. With a strong depth of pitchers, the US aims to reclaim the championship, last won by Japan in 2017.

Texas Football Makes Major Coaching Change: Will Muschamp Returns as Defensive Coordinator In a significant shift, Texas football has appointed Will Muschamp as their new defensive coordinator, aiming to bolster their defensive performance following a disappointing season. Muschamp, a former Texas defensive coordinator, brings extensive experience and a proven track record of success. The move comes after the Longhorns missed the College Football Playoff, despite starting the season ranked number one. Coach Steve Sarkisian, expressing confidence in Muschamps leadership, aims to elevate the teams defense and compete at the highest level.

The Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia, and the District of Columbia for failing to provide voter data. This brings the total to twenty-two such legal challenges. Georgias Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, claims his office shared data with the Justice Department in December, adhering to state privacy laws. However, Wisconsin and Illinois officials have not commented on the lawsuits, and Democratic officials and groups express concerns about data usage and privacy compliance.

The U.S. military has deployed a massive force of fifteen thousand personnel to the Caribbean Sea and waters near Venezuela, marking the largest military buildup in the region in years. This operation, part of anti-drug trafficking efforts, includes eleven Navy warships, advanced jets, and drones, and has resulted in nearly one hundred fatalities since early September. The deployment is also aimed at pressuring Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who faces narco-terrorism charges in the U.S.

Bexar County leaders urge TCEQ to reconsider wastewater permit for Guajolote Ranch housing development, citing public health, environmental, and regulatory concerns.

Bexar County Sheriffs Office seeks public help in identifying a woman suspected of package theft. The suspect, with dark hair and distinctive tattoos, was caught on camera stealing packages from a front porch. Package theft, or porch piracy, is a growing concern as online shopping increases. Any information regarding the womans identity or whereabouts should be reported to Investigator Nino at 210-335-6071 or B C S O tips at bexar dot org. Your vigilance can help solve this case and prevent future thefts.

San Antonio car dealership owner, Alex Srougo, outsmarts thieves by tracking stolen items with devices, leading to the recovery of his property and potential suspect identification.

Former President Trump blames Biden for current inflation and manufacturing losses, attributing them to a previous Democratic administration and illegal immigration. Despite widespread frustration, Trump dismisses affordability concerns and claims his economic policies have brought prosperity. However, government data shows mixed results. Trumps strategy of shifting blame aims to reshape the debate around affordability, a key issue in recent elections and upcoming midterms. Nearly seven in ten Americans believe the U.S. economy is poor, with many struggling to afford expenses. This situation echoes former President Bidens challenge during his four years in office, which saw forty-year highs in inflation.

Democrats Silent on 2024 Election Losses, Focusing on 2026 Midterms After a comprehensive review, Democrats decide not to release a formal report on their 2024 election losses, with DNC head Ken Martin citing potential internal disagreements and a lack of benefit in making the findings public. Despite recent setbacks, the party is optimistic, with successful races in 2025 indicating renewed enthusiasm. The reports conclusions will inform 2026 plans, highlighting the need to address voter concerns on public safety and immigration, improve campaign spending, and enhance digital outreach, particularly to younger voters.