San Antonio Evening Briefing – Sept. 8, 2025
Powerball Jackpot Claimed: Texas and Missouri Players to Split $1.8 Billion Prize
Austin, TX – powerball players in Missouri and Texas have won the nearly $1.8 billion jackpot from Saturday’s drawing, ending a three-month drought for the lottery game. The winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with a Powerball number of 17. The jackpot will be split between the winning tickets.
Texas Addresses Teacher Shortage with New Mentorship Program
Amidst a statewide teacher shortage and high turnover rates, especially among new educators, the University of Texas has launched the Texas Education THRIVE program.The initiative aims to improve retention rates by providing increased support for new teachers, addressing a key factor identified by the Learning Policy Institute in contributing to educators leaving the profession.
Looking Ahead: Tuesday, Sept. 9
Several key events are scheduled for Tuesday, September 9:
Apple will hold its annual media event, expected to unveil a new range of devices, including the latest iPhone series, following the launch of the iPhone 16 last year.
the Association of Former Members of Congress will host a memorial service honoring senators and representatives who have died in the past year.
Bruce Willis’ wife will publish a book offering guidance for dementia caregivers.
The 80th United Nations General Assembly Regular Session will convene.
Forbes will release its annual list of the 400 richest Americans.
The U.S. Census bureau will release one-year American Community Survey statistics, previously under embargo.
Quarterly financial reports for Manufacturing, Mining, Wholesale Trade, and Selected service Industries will be released.
Manpower U.S.will publish its employment Outlook Survey.
In Other News:
Reports indicate that aides to former President Donald Trump are reportedly considering offering positions within his governance to new York City Mayor Eric Adams and Republican Curtis Sliwa,in an effort to encourage them to withdraw from their respective campaigns and redirect their supporters to former Governor Andrew cuomo,rather than Zohran Mamdani.
additionally, the Trump administration has requested an emergency order from the Supreme Court to maintain a freeze on billions of dollars in foreign aid. The legal dispute centers on nearly $5 billion in congressionally approved aid that President Trump last month stated he would not release, citing disputed presidential authority not utilized in approximately 50 years.
