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Randy Beamer
It’s time once again for Friday’s with Beamer as Randy Beamer joins us for our weekly mix of Spurs talk, San Antonio stories, and whatever chaos the city decided to unleash before sunrise. We’ll break down the latest Spurs excitement as the city keeps riding the playoff wave, catch up on everything happening around San Antonio, and also spend a few moments comforting Randy after the heartbreaking demolition of a legendary San Antonio restaurant that clearly took a piece of his soul with it. Sports, nostalgia, laughs, and mild emotional damage — all packed into one segment on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
Host of the Spurs Countdown and Post Up Dillon Emery
Host of the Spurs Countdown and Spurs Post Up Dillon Emery joins us as the pain train that is the San Antonio Spurs keeps rolling right through the NBA. After a huge victory over the Timberwolves, the energy around this team is reaching another level as fans begin believing this playoff run could be something special. Dillon breaks down the biggest moments from the win, who’s stepping up at the right time, and why the buzz around San Antonio just keeps getting louder on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
City Councilman Marc Whyte
City Councilman Marc Whyte joins us to break down the growing debate surrounding San Antonio’s proposed Sports and Entertainment District and the future of Project Marvel. As pushback from Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones continues to gain attention, we’ll discuss what concerns are being raised, what this could mean for taxpayers and downtown development, and whether the city can still move forward on one of its biggest long-term projects. Don’t miss the conversation on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
Five US Staes Monitering Passengers Who Left the Cruise Ship Before Any Hantavirus Cases Were Confirmed On Board
Health officials are now racing to track down passengers from a cruise ship tied to a growing hantavirus scare. Five U.S. states are reportedly monitoring travelers who left the ship before any cases were officially confirmed onboard, raising concerns about possible exposure and how far passengers may have traveled before symptoms appeared. Hantavirus is a rare but potentially serious illness that can spread through contact with infected rodent droppings or particles in the air. Authorities say the risk to the general public remains low, but health departments are urging recent passengers to watch for flu-like symptoms and seek medical attention if they begin feeling sick. We’ll continue following the latest developments and what officials are doing to contain the situation on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
National Correspondent Rory O'Neill
National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us with the latest on growing reports of a possible deal between the U.S. and Iran as tensions in the Middle East continue to shift. We’ll also break down the growing scrutiny surrounding billions of dollars in suspiciously timed oil trades that happened just before major Iran-war announcements sent energy prices tumbling. Federal investigators are now reportedly looking into whether insider information may have played a role. Get the latest developments and what they could mean for your wallet and global stability on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
Spurs Superfan Taro Kotani
Spurs superfan Taro Kotani joins us live after another dominating San Antonio victory, and he’s traveled a long way to celebrate it. Flying in all the way from Japan, Taro stops by for the full hour before heading straight to Minneapolis to continue following the Spurs on their playoff journey. We’ll talk about the electric atmosphere surrounding the team, what the Spurs mean to fans across the world, and why this season has captured so much excitement internationally. From global fandom to playoff passion, it’s a conversation Spurs fans won’t want to miss as San Antonio continues its incredible postseason run on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
White House Correspondent Jon Decker
White House Correspondent Jon Decker joins us with the latest developments surrounding ongoing peace negotiations involving Iran, as the White House signals cautious optimism about a possible agreement. We’ll break down where talks currently stand, what President Trump is saying about the negotiations, and the major sticking points that could still derail a deal. Jon brings us the latest from Washington as tensions remain high in the Middle East and the world watches closely for signs of progress. Stay informed with San Antonio’s First News on 1200 WOAI.
Judge Releases Possible Suicide Note From Jeffrey Epstein
A judge has released what may be a suicide note connected to Jeffrey Epstein, reopening questions surrounding one of the most controversial deaths in recent history. The handwritten note is now fueling new speculation online, with supporters and skeptics debating whether it answers lingering questions—or raises even more. We’ll break down what the note reportedly says, why the court decided to release it now, and how officials are responding as public interest in the Epstein case surges once again. The story is already spreading rapidly across social media and cable news, with renewed focus on the investigation, the evidence, and the unanswered questions that continue to follow the case years later. Stay with us for the latest developments and reaction on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.
Mike Opelka
Mike Opelka joins us to talk about the San Antonio Spurs building momentum after another exciting win and what it could mean as the postseason heats up. We’ll also shift gears to the growing concern aboard a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak that has travelers and health officials on alert. From basketball buzz to a bizarre health scare at sea, Mike breaks down the stories everyone’s talking about today on San Antonio’s First News, 1200 WOAI.