By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers are counting on guard Tyrese Maxey to help lead them in a championship push. The 21-year-old guard out of Kentucky was pressed into service as the starting point guard last season once Ben Simmons’ lingering holdout turned into a full-blown trade for
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden sought out deceased Rep. Jackie Walorski on Wednesday during remarks at a hunger conference, saying “Where’s Jackie?” The White House press secretary later said the congresswoman had been “top of mind” for the president at the time. Karine Jean-Pierre did not acknowledge that Biden had misspoken during his remarks
Continue Reading By TERESA M. WALKER AP Pro Football Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Scoring touchdowns early in games has not been an issue for the Tennessee Titans so far this season. The third and fourth quarters have been a big problem as the Titans have been outscored 57-7 after halftime combined over the first three games.
Continue Reading By SCHUYLER DIXON AP Sports Writer LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texas Tech offensive coordinator Zach Kittley is expanding the coaching tree at his alma mater. It’s been about a decade since the younger Kittley told his dad, Wes, his future was in football. Wes Kittley is the NCAA championship-winning track coach for the Red Raiders.
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By Caroll Alvarado and Christina Maxouris, CNN In Naples, Florida, on Wednesday afternoon, Lauren Barlow watched as water crept in through her home’s door and began rising across the first floor. “Cars are floating down our street,” Barlow, who was sheltering on the upper level of the house, told CNN. “Our garage completely flooded, frying
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has renewed his threat to use any means necessary to defend Russian territory.
Continue ReadingBy Daniel Smithson Click here for updates on this story CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — A former Clarksville school nurse pleaded guilty Wednesday to attempting to produce child pornography, according to federal prosecutors. Leon B. Henlsey, 41, pleaded guilty to 25 counts of attempting to produce child pornography ahead of the start of a bench trial
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By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Illinois’ Bret Bielema wants to keep the focus off himself as the former Wisconsin coach returns to Camp Randall Stadium with an opposing team for the first time since his surprising exit a decade ago. Bielema posted a 68-24 record at Wisconsin from 2006-12 before
Continue ReadingBy Sam Smink Click here for updates on this story Connecticut (WFSB) — More than 20,000 fentanyl pills, and 15 kilograms of fentanyl powder, have been taken off the streets in Connecticut, according to the Drug Enforcement Agency. The DEA said the amount of fentanyl it seized could have resulted in 1 million deadly doses.
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Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida on Wednesday as a Category 4 hurricane.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As Hurricane Ian continues to make its way across Florida’s coast, meteorologists say human-caused climate change is linked to this and other disastrous weather events. According to Climate Central, eight out of the 10 most-costly weather disasters in U.S. history were hurricanes. “Hurricane Ian is a high-end, Category 4 hurricane with maximum
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By Megan Marples, CNN There’s now scientific evidence shedding more light on one of Barkley’s impressive skills in a long list of endearing traits: the ability to smell when you’re stressed. Dogs can smell the difference between odors from humans when they’re stressed and when they’re calm, according to a study published Wednesday in the
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By Matt McFarland and Anna Cooban, CNN Business Shares of Porsche gained as much as 5% on their stock market debut in Frankfurt after Volkswagen spun out the premium sports car maker in one of Europe’s biggest listings on record. Volkswagen priced the Porsche initial public offering (IPO) at €82.50 ($80) a share, raising approximately
Continue ReadingBy Taylor Johnson Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — Nicole Dell said her 17-year-old son Ian was caring, funny and loved making friends. August 10 was another day for them, but something was unusual. “He seemed like he was in a bit of a bad mood, which wasn’t like
Continue Reading By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Saudi-funded LIV Golf is refuting a report that it was close to a U.S. television deal in which it would buy time to be shown on FS1. Golfweek is citing sources as saying LIV Golf is nearing an agreement to buy time. LIV Golf issued a statement that the
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By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Saudi-funded LIV Golf is refuting a report that it was close to a U.S. television deal in which it would buy time to be shown on FS1. Golfweek is citing sources as saying LIV Golf is nearing an agreement to buy time. LIV Golf issued a statement that the
Continue ReadingBy Lacey Beasley Click here for updates on this story ROBERTSDALE, Alabama (WALA) — After Hurricane Ian passes, Florida will need a lot of help. Tuesday, thousands of utility workers were anxiously waiting on the call to move in. “There’s a lot of work to be done, and we’re here to help and do whatever
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By Parija Kavilanz, CNN Business Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has filed for divorce from her second husband after less than two years of marriage. Scott, one of the world’s richest people, married Seattle-based science teacher Dan Jewett last year after divorcing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2019. Scott filed a petition for divorce in the
Continue Reading By KEN SWEET and JAY REEVES The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Regions Bank for a second time in a decade was found charging illegal overdraft fees in a settlement that will require the bank to repay $141 million to customers plus $50 million in fines. An investigation by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Continue ReadingBy Tajma Hall Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — Milwaukee County’s upcoming budget proposal could bring the largest investment to the county parks department since the late 1980s. Thursday, County Executive David Crowley will officially make his budget address. The 2023 proposal includes a 3.7% increase in funding for Milwaukee County
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