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A Mexican immigrant who worked in cotton fields to pay for school supplies, Flores is a source of hope for Republicans looking to gain ground in the Rio Grande Valley. But her staying power will be put to the test this November.

PITTSBURGH — In a game where the Pirates faced arguably the best starting pitcher in the National League in right-hander Sandy Alcantara, their offense was pesky, persistent and productive, Pittsburgh tying the game in the ninth to force extra innings and threatening again in the 10th.

"This guy was trying to start his all star break since the first inning."

MIAMI — Pablo Lopez, even while inefficient at times, did his job Wednesday. The Miami Marlins’ right-handed pitcher had a no-hitter through four innings and ultimately allowed just one hit and one run over five innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

LOS ANGELES — Damon Ayala peered at a wet patch of sidewalk on South Tremaine Avenue on a recent Wednesday and clicked his pen.

NEW YORK — Bryan De La Cruz’s recent run of power hitting continued on Friday.

WASHINGTON — Bryan De La Cruz watched as the fly ball curved and inched closer to the left-field foul pole. He knew he had gotten enough of the elevated fastball that was sent his way; he just needed the drive to stay fair.

Mexico's president says the killing of a reporter in the northern border state of Tamaulipas may be linked to local politics

Antonio de la Cruz, 47, was with his 23-year-old daughter when he was shot at the door of his house

Rico DiSciullo’s career was temporarily stalled due to a nagging knee injury. It sidelined the Peabody, Massachusetts, native for nearly four years. On a mission to resurrect his career, DiSciullo faces Gareth De La Cruz at Combat FC 1 on June 17 in Wilmington, Massachusetts.

HOUSTON — The Miami Marlins’ chance for a series sweep against one of MLB’s top teams this season fell short.