Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Exclusive | MESA, South Brooklyn’s first charter school, opens its doors to inaugural class after six-year wait: ‘Worth it’
[ad_1] It’s a lesson in persistence. South Brooklyn is set to open its first charter school Monday after waiting six long years because of the state’s charter cap — a feat eager students and their parents are celebrating. Math, Engineering and Science Academy (MESA) Charter High School in Dyker Heights will open its doors to…
Read MoreLonghorns tennis star Eliot Spizzirri grinds out opening-round win at US Open
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — Former Texas standout Eliot Spizzirri picked up a win in his first match in the men’s singles main draw Sunday at the US Open in Queens, New York. Spizzirri, a two-time ITA collegiate player of the year for the Longhorns in 2023 and 2024, beat Stefan Dostanic in straight sets 7-5,…
Read MoreTommy Fleetwood wins Tour Championship, $10M FedEx Cup for first PGA Tour title after years of heartbreak
[ad_1] ATLANTA — Tommy Fleetwood of England ended a summer of heartache with the richest prize on the PGA Tour. He won the Tour Championship on Sunday for his first tour title to capture the FedEx Cup and its $10 million reward. Tommy Fleetwood reacts during the final round of the Tour Championship on Aug.…
Read MoreMaren Morris Says Fan “Grabbed My Ass” During Meet-and-Greet
[ad_1] Maren Morris is setting boundaries with her fans. Following a recent performance of her Dreamsicle Tour in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the “My Church” singer alleged that a fan inappropriately groped her during an exclusive meet-and greet. “Tonight’s show was so fun but someone grabbed my ass during meet and greet before the show,” Maren…
Read MoreComedian Matt Rife defends Sydney Sweeney from online hate after American Eagle ad backlash: ‘Garbage losers’
[ad_1] Matt Rife is team Sydney Sweeney. The comedian, 29, spoke out in defense of the “Euphoria” star, 27, after she faced backlash for her American Eagle jeans ad and for selling bar soaps made from her bathwater. “I keep seeing people mad at Sydney Sweeney for noooothing,” Rife wrote Friday on X in response to…
Read MoreArnold Schwarzenegger’s Son Christopher Shares Glimpse at Weight Loss Transformation
[ad_1] Lizzo simply wanted to feel better from head to toe. “Once I started working out for mental health, to have balanced mental health or endorphins, so that I don’t look at myself in the mirror and feel ashamed of myself, and feel disgusted with myself,” the “Good as Hell” singer explained in a May 2023…
Read MoreBrittany Cartwright’s new boyfriend blasted by wife for dating ‘Valley’ star while they’re still married
[ad_1] Brittany Cartwright’s new man comes with some baggage. The wife of the “Valley” star’s new beau took to social media over the weekend to blast her “husband.” Jasina Stanko wrote in a TikTok post about Brandon Hanson and Cartwright’s dating news, “He’s my husband!!!” She then added in another comment, “That man is married.”…
Read MoreAbout 65 dogs in need of care rescued from 'hoarding situation,' Leander shelter says
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Humane Heroes, along with Killeen Animal Services and a few other rescues, is working to find homes for about 65 dogs discovered in Coryell County on Friday. Texas Humane Heroes said the pets came from a “hoarding situation” and were “living in severe neglect.” Many animals were malnourished and in…
Read MoreKate Middleton Debuts Lightest Hair Yet During Family Outing in Scotland
[ad_1] Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Family Is Moving After 3 Years in Adelaide Cottage Kate Middleton has a royal new ‘do. The Princess of Wales debuted her lightest hairstyle yet while riding in the passenger seat of their Range Rover alongside Prince William and their three kids—Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince…
Read MoreRep. Lawler backs Trump sending National Guard into NYC to fight crime
[ad_1] Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) endorsed the possibility of President Trump sending National Guard troops to New York to fight City crime. “I’d rather all of the above,” Lawler said Sunday of the National Guard being deployed alongside the FBI and local police in response to questions on CBS’ “Face the Nation.” Rep. Lawler appeared…
Read MoreWildfire smoke leads to health issues, reversals in air quality
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — It is an unfortunate aspect of the recent past that wildfire smoke pollution has increased. It should be noted that this isn’t just a western states problem. It just seems like there are always wildfires in California but that simply isn’t the case. It’s not the United States that has seen…
Read MoreJerry Adler, Sopranos Star, Dead at 96
[ad_1] Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of their own. Jerry Adler—who was best known for his roles in The Sopranos and The Good Wife—died on Aug. 23, according to his obituary. He was 96. Moments after the tragic news broke, Adler’s friend Frank J. Reilly paid emotional tribute to the late actor on…
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