John is a correspondent for WORLD. He is a graduate of the World Journalism Institute and the University of Texas at Austin, and he previously wrote for The Birmingham News. John resides in Dallas, Texas.
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John Dawson | Efforts fail to stop drug gangs from terrorizing Nuevo Laredo
CBS tried to borrow Dick Vitale to broadcast games in the NCAA Tournament, but ESPN refused
DP World's decision to bow out of a ports deal with the U.S.
Roger Clemens intends to pitch for Team USA this month
John Dawson | Bush clamors for safety of veto pen over UAE takeover plan
Barry Bonds needs just seven home runs this season to pass Babe Ruth on the all-time list
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A sports betting ring allegedly has close ties to the NHL and star Wayne Gretzky
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