Category: Sports

Sunday spike: NCAA TV audiences increase for CBS, Turner

0) dunks against South Carolina during the first half in a second-round game of the NCAA men’s college basketball tournament in Greenville, S.C., Sunday, March 19, 2017. CBS Sports and Turner Sports say viewership for the first Sunday of the NCAA Tournament, which was packed with close games and marquee teams, was up 34 percent over last year’s Sunday second-round coverage.

Gomez, Mendes take home major prizes at Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards

Los Angeles, March 12 – Singer Selena Gomez took home one of the biggest prizes at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards winning the Favourite Female Singer award while Shawn Mendes received that for the Favourite Male Singer. Ghostbusters was named Favourite Movie and KC Undercover star Zendaya picked up the award for Favourite Female TV star, reports mirror.co.uk.

Vancouver places second in city hall beauty contest

The Port of Vancouver’s computer network was subject to a denial-of-service attack during Tuesday’s contentious, 4A1 2-hour-long board of commissioners meeting In the 10 years since Union High School opened, the wrestling team has been unmatched in Clark County. But nobody For decades, department stores like Macy’s and Sears have anchored sprawling suburban malls.

Vinny Guadagnino: No more “Jersey Shore,” now and “Eating America” with his Ma

The Marine Corps commandant, Gen. Robert Neller, made an impassioned request to women who may have been victims of the military’s nude photo sharing scandal to… — South Korea’s Constitutional Court has unanimously upheld parliament’s decision to impeach President Park Geun-hye from office, BBC News reports.The decision com… The College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University has appointed Brad White to director of the Beef Cattle Institute.

Scene: Bethlehem Y honors ‘star’ Mary Mowrer

… Center. Preview the largest Lehigh Valley Auto Show ever with Roaring ’20s-theme, food, music, drinks and entertainment. Tickets: $150 per couple; $90 per person. Proceeds benefit the Children’s Hospital at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Attire: business …

Tips for surviving switch to Daylight Saving Time

The American Civil Liberties Union on Wednesday filed an ethics complaint with the Alabama State Bar against U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions for testim… — Princess Kate’s closest adviser, Rebecca Deacon, is planning to depart Kensington Palace this summer.Deacon serves as Kate’s private secretary, which is the equiva… Carl Icahn is denying allegations by the consumer advocacy group Public Citizen that he is acting as an unregistered lobbyist. In an op-ed in The Hill, Icahn said the group w… LINCOLN- A strong fourth quarter helped Neligh/Oakdale advance past Amherst on Thursday in the Class C2 State quarterfinals.

The Walking Dead stars get chummy on the red carpet

Malicious Malik: Attention-seeking half-brother of Obama posts image of ex-president’s ‘Kenyan birth certificate’ while declaring his support for Trump in series of bizarre and bitter tweets MMA fighter War Machine ‘almost beat his porn star girlfriend to death’ after she sent him a topless photo and he rushed home to find her in bed with another man Staples will close 70 stores nationwide as the country’s largest office supply chain tries to recover from poor sales Georgia sergeant is charged with shooting dead two fellow soldiers who were found ‘in a pool of their own blood – one with a large knife in his throat’ Con artists posing as federal agents preying on fears of immigrants by charging them thousands of dollars to ‘avoid deportation’ PICTURED: Racist lawn ornaments of ex-NYPD cop known as White Rhino who killed himself before FBI could question him about a cocaine-related … (more)

49ers add 7 free agents on 1st day of league year

A year after spending most of free agency on the sideline, the San Francisco 49ers had a busy start to the new league year as coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch begin a massive rebuilding process. The 49ers agreed to contracts with seven free agents on Thursday: quarterback Brian Hoyer , receiver Pierre Garcon , linebacker Malcolm Smith , Pro Bowl fullback Kyle Juszczyk , kicker Robbie Gould , receiver Marquise Goodwin and blocking tight end Logan Paulsen .

Claressa Shields’ powerhouse team sets clear title target in Christina Hammer

If you could overlook the various braggadocious personalities populating the room, including Claressa Shields’ declaration to Szilvia Szabados that “I’m not gonna let you beat me in front of my family,” there was something basic and essential, completely gender non-specific, and as subtle as a jab to the schnozz, going on Wednesday at MGM Grand. Of the many things a boxer needs to reach the apex of a game that chews up most of them well below the mountaintop, two absolute mandates are a home base that embraces the fighter as a marketable commodity, and a television network that does the same.

Teen heart, if not helm, of Northwest College basketball

The youngest college basketball coach in America stood on the sideline next to the Northwest College bench in Cabre Gym, hands stuffed in the pockets of his black slacks, intently watching the Trappers’ pre-game lay-up drills. As the starting lineups were introduced, Robbie Nowak was the Trapper coach who greeted visiting Sheridan College starters with the traditional sportsmanship handshake or fist-bump.

Rugby star’s NFL experiment may have ruined his career 0:0

In recent weeks, former 49er Jarryd Hayne has faced allegations that he’s got a bad attitude, is overweight and missed a training session for his current rugby league club in Australia. Hayne was an undrafted free agent when he surprisingly made the 49ers’ 53-man roster as a running back and kick returner in 2015, but decided to retire from the NFL in May of last year.

Nearly Nude Man Eludes Authorities By Climbing Onto Rooftop

CBS2 / KCAL9 CBS2/KCAL9 is part of CBS Television Stations, a division of CBS Corp. and one of the largest network-owned station groups in the country. CBS Studio City Broadcast Center 4200 Radford Avenue Studio City, CA 91604 655-2000 Follow us on TwitterFind Us On Facebook Program guide: Click here to access the CBS2 and KCAL9 […] Questions about a commercial: 964-8347 Southern California’s only 24-hour news and traffic station – KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO Traffic & Weather Together Every 10 Minutes on the Fives – A man dressed only in shorts and wanted on a violation of a restraining order eluded deputies for several hours Monday by climbing onto the roof of an apartment building in Hawaiian Gardens, authorities said.

a Real men crya : LeBron James says he cries at some movies

Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James is showing his sensitive side by admitting he cries during some movies and apologizing to his wife for sometimes losing sight of his family’s role in his quest for greatness. LeBron said “real men cry” on Sunday’s episode of the Road Trippin’ podcast hosted by teammates Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye and reporter Allie Clifton.

Garden of Laughs brings stars out for good cause

Garden of Laughs brings stars out for good cause Bob Saget, Chris Rock and Tracy Morgan among entertainment legends at the Theater at MSG Check out this story on northjersey.com: http://northjersy.news/2mwwK7k Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Leslie Jones, Bob Saget. This is a formidable comedic lineup.

Kellie Maloney ‘shocked’ by Dame Jenni Murray’s sex change views

Boxing manager Kellie Maloney, formerly known as Frank, has said she sees herself as a woman and would love to have a debate with broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray after she suggested men who have undergone sex change operations are not “real women”. The fight promoter, who announced in 2014 she was beginning gender reassignment, said she was “shocked” Dame Jenni questioned whether someone who has enjoyed the privileges of growing up as a man could really be a woman.

Conte wary of Carroll on return to West Ham

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Venus Williams showcases fashion line, tennis at Garden

In this Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017, file photo, United States’ Venus Williams answers a question at a press conference following her loss to sister Serena in the women’s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia. Williams will show off her spring tennis clothing line at Madison Square Garden.

#IamEllen

The brainstorming space is an incredibly malleable one. Not all ideas are manufactured within the confines of four glass walls of the boardroom.

Play It Foward March 6-12: What scientific calculation works best for …

Our story pitch for the next episode of “The Big Bang Theory: March Madness Edition” – who has Caltech-type math know-how to reach a conclusion with: • How does it add up that UCLA could have 30 wins after the Pac-12 Tournament but still come up short of the No. 2-seed line, no matter what the rankings say? • How do you subtract USC from the automatic field of 64, even if it compiles two dozen wins, by forcing the Trojans into a play-in game? • Will the Big West winner automatically go big and get pitted up against the No.

Belgrade Teen Dies After Truck Goes Off Road, Hits Tree

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‘Dancing With the Stars’: There’s a ringer in the new cast

Rounding out the “celebrity” cast are free-agent National Football League running back Rashad Jennings , bull rider Bonner Bolton , ” Saturday Night Live ” alum Chris Kattan , actress Heather Morris, singer Normani Kordei and reality stars Nick Viall and Erika Girardi . Kym Johnson , who last competed on the celebrity dance competition in spring 2015 with her now-husband, Robert Herjavec , will make a grand return to the DWTS dance floor as a pro for season 24, ET has exclusively learned.

1 adult, 4 children killed in Warwick fire

Officials say a mother and four children were killed when flames swept through their home in the small MA town of Warwick. Fire crews responded around 12:45 a.m.to a three-alarm fire at a single-family home at 405 Richmond Road.

L.A. Kings Broadcaster Bob Miller Plans to Work Two More Games

He says he’ll do the play-by-play on April 8 at home against Chicago and April 9 at Anaheim before calling it a career. Bob Miller, the beloved voice of the Los Angeles Kings since 1973, will call the final two games of the team’s regular season before he retires, he announced Thursday during an emotional news conference at Staples Center.

L.A. Kings Broadcaster Bob Miller Plans to Work Two More Games

He says he’ll do the play-by-play on April 8 at home against Chicago and April 9 at Anaheim before calling it a career. Bob Miller, the beloved voice of the Los Angeles Kings since 1973, will call the final two games of the team’s regular season before he retires, he announced Thursday during an emotional news conference at Staples Center.

a Dancing With the Starsa taps Mr. T and Charo

Olympic gymnastics gold medalist Simone Biles, Mr. T, Charo and figure skating silver medalist Nancy Kerrigan are among the 12-member cast announced today for the spring season of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.” The cast also includes the show’s first former Major League Baseball player, recently retired and well-traveled catcher David Ross, dance-pop star and “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” cast member Erika Jayne, Normani Kordei of the girl group Fifth Harmony and Nick Viall from “The Bachelor” franchise.

Chris Bosh

Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh smiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Duke in Coral Gables, Fla., on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh smiles during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Duke in Coral Gables, Fla., on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017.

Column: Hype, new format didn’t equal must-watch Daytona 500

Kurt Busch celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017. Kurt Busch, left, celebrates in Victory Lane with New England Patriots’ Rob Gronkowski after winning the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017.

‘Biggest Loser’ Host Bob Harper Suffers Heart Attack

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In Pursuit of Profession: Can certain hobbies boost our resumes?

As soon as I came across this study about how upper-class hobbies like playing polo or sailing can improve a man’s chances of landing a job, I immediately started doing my Thurston Howell III impression in my office. “Lovey, dahhling! Shall we use the Dom Perignon or the BoA rl & Kroff Brut Rose to christen the new sloop?” “Well of course I don’t play water polo.

Why is ex-Dolphins coach Joe Philbin still hanging around?

The former Miami Dolphins head coach, who was fired in October 2015 to make way for current tactician Adam Gase , has had such a hard time selling his crib in Davie that he just pulled it off the market. With a slowdown in the mansion-selling business over the past few months Philbin, a nice man who just couldn’t squeeze much talent out of his players, is planning to wait a few months before listing it again.

Sonoma’s Max Simonet making big splash on Adult Swim

Let’s Get Ready To Rumble – contestants in animal head masks try to take each other down in Daytime Fighting League, co-created by Maxime Simonet of Sonoma ‘FishCenter Live’ can be caught weekdays at 1 p.m. on fishcenterlive.com. Face off with ‘Daytime Fighting League’ atdaytimefightingleague.com.

Durant: Shaq’s constant ripping of JaVale McGee ‘childish’

Golden State Warriors center JaVale McGee fired back at Shaquille O’Neal via Twitter after the former star-turned analyst posted on his verified account a disparaging photo of McGee with the words, “America meet Javale “BUM” McGee.” Warriors coach Steve Kerr and Kevin Durant backed McGee on Friday, with Durant calling Shaq “childish” while calling out the retired center’s free throw shooting and other flaws in his game during a Hall of Fame NBA career.

What, no keyser soze?

At least Tom Brady ‘s keeping a sense of humor about his swiped Super Bowl LI jersey – though the missing piece of NFL history is reportedly worth about $500G, and the purported purloiner, once pinched, could do some serious time in the pokey . But the New England Patriots QB decided to do a bit of sideline sleuthing himself, and posted a “Suspects Board” to his Facebook page yesterday.

a The Simpsonsa are headed to Cooperstown

Now in its 28th season, “The Simpsons” has had its share of episodes devoted to baseball, but the one everyone remembers most fondly is “Homer at the Bat,” the 1992 episode that features a bevy of MLB stars. And now that episode is headed to Cooperstown.

Muguruza retires in Dubai 2nd round with Achilles injury

French Open champion Garbine Muguruza retired with a left Achilles injury in her second-round match against Kateryna Bondarenko of Ukraine at the Dubai Tennis Championships on Tuesday. The seventh-ranked Muguruza drew the trainer on court when trailing 3-0, but they spoke only during the medical timeout and she didn’t receive any treatment.

Coyotes score 3 in 1st period, hold on to beat Ducks

16) drives towards the net in the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Anaheim Ducks, Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, in Glendale, Ariz. 47) skates with the puck in front of Arizona Coyotes left wing Jordan Martinook in the first period during an NHL hockey game, Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, in Glendale, Ariz.

3 former USA gymnasts detail alleged abuse from team physician

Three former stars of the U.S. national women’s gymnastics team said Dr. Lawrence Nassar, the team physician now charged with child sex crimes, worked hard to win their trust – so they didn’t believe at first that his alleged abuse was wrong. “He was like my buddy,” Jamie Dantzscher – one of more than 60 women to come forward with abuse allegations against Nassar – told “60 Minutes” in an episode about the case.

Logano takes advantage of late crash, wins Clash at Daytona

Danica Patrick stands by her car during the national anthem before the NASCAR Clash auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in Daytona Beach, Fla. Joey Logano celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Clash auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Messi is bigger than Barcelona – Mascherano

English Premier League side Manchester City are now planning to lure Lionel Messi in England for the summer as his future with Barcelona is unclear, according to Mirror Football . Messi has won the Ballon d’Or five times during his career at Barcelona but there have been rumours that this season could be his last at Camp Nou.

Winter Asian Games kick off with opening ceremony in Sapporo

The Asian Winter Games officially got underway Sunday with an opening ceremony that united winter athletes from the world’s most populous continent. With the Winter Olympics just a year and a short distance away in South Korea, the continent’s leading winter athletes will use the games to fine tune for Pyeongchang 2018.

Lions coach looks forward to more competitive play in new league

The Columbus Lions indoor football team is ramping up preparations for its third season in as many leagues, hoping to have the same success as the past two seasons that brought the franchise two league championships. Training camp opens on Saturday, while the season opens on Mar. 17 against the Jacksonville Sharks, a former longtime entry in the Arena Football League.

Atlanta zoo names cockroach after Patriots QB Tom Brady

More than a week after the Falcons fell victim to the biggest comeback in Super Bowl history, an Atlanta zoo has named a cockroach after Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Zoo Atlanta says on its Facebook page that it had a bet with Rhode Island’s Roger Williams Park Zoo that called for the loser to name a baby animal after the winning team’s star quarterback.

Long arm of the Gronk

Rob Gronkowski high fives eight year old Tommy Rose as he and his family representing Gronk Fitness Products visit the BPD Bicycle Unit which is one of the places where the Boston Police Foundation provided funding for new workout spaces and equipment. Friday, February 17, 2017.

Oscar Schmidt finally gets a taste of the NBA … sort of

The Brazilian basketball great and five-time Olympian joined a parade of retired NBA stars, current WNBA players, team owners, celebrity musicians and television personalities at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Friday night. A day after his 59th birthday, Schmidt went 2 for 2 in the game and scored four points.

‘We collapsed, no excuses’, says Wenger

Bayern spent the opening minutes camped in the Arsenal half and took the lead on 10 minutes through Robben’s wonderful strike. Xabi Alonso suffered an injury scare in training on Monday, while Bayern will be missing defender Jerome Boateng and winger Franck Ribery, who are recovering from shoulder and thigh injuries respectively.

Samantha Harris wants to become a Victoria’s Secret model

EXCLUSIVE: ‘I was sick to my stomach’: Lisa Marie Presley’s twin girls, 8, with child protective services after she found ‘indecent photos’ of kids on their dad’s computer, shock court papers show Trump’s journalism police: President calls on the help of his fans by sending ‘accountability surveys’ which ask them to grade the press’ performance – and report cases of ‘unfairness’ ‘Here’s another beauty’: Donald Trump has a dig at the BBC again in heated back-and-forth with ‘impartial free and fair’ reporter during White House press conference ‘The world needs you… we are coming to get you’: Distraught mother launches plea for the return of her daughter, 17, who fell victim to sex traffickers who abducted her from the MGM in Las Vegas last month Sex offender charged with killing 14-year-old girl spent only four years in prison for rape and stabbing of woman in 2005 Judge dismisses … (more)

Georgia Fowler closes Kanye West Yeezy show

EXCLUSIVE: ‘I was sick to my stomach’: Lisa Marie Presley’s twin girls, 8, with child protective services after she found ‘indecent photos’ of kids on their dad’s computer, shock court papers show Trump’s journalism police: President calls on the help of his fans by sending ‘accountability surveys’ which ask them to grade the press’ performance – and report cases of ‘unfairness’ ‘Here’s another beauty’: Donald Trump has a dig at the BBC again in heated back-and-forth with ‘impartial free and fair’ reporter during White House press conference White House set to name Mike Dubke as Trump’s new communications director – easing the pressure on under-fire press secretary Sean Spicer Distraught mother launches plea for the return of her daughter, 17, who was abducted by sex traffickers at the MGM in Las Vegas last month and is being ‘beaten and abused’ Sex offender charged with killing … (more)

Julian Edelman in his prime

Who’s that behind the wheel of a swanky black Porsche Cayenne SUV in a Prime Motor Group commercial? Your instincts might say Ryan Gosling , but look again. It’s none other than Julian Edelman .

The Dish: Bill Belichick, Taylor Swift, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and more…

SHACK FOR SALE: Like to have a few friends for the weekend, but hate all that snoring? Then dig through the cushions until you come up with $6.45M and have a peek at the Malibu compound that Cheryl Hines and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have put up for sale. Variety reports that the cozy nest at Point Dume boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms in the main nook, quite tasteful in a Pottery Barn catalog kind of way, and three adorable detached guest houses.

a Free Agent Fana who ditched the Giants for the Phillies 20 years ago has no regrets

Of all the free agents who switched teams in the months before the 1997 Major League Baseball season, including Moises Alou, Albert Belle and Bobby Bonilla, Michael Volpe was the only one who announced his decision alongside Al Roker on NBC’s “Today” show. Don’t remember the name? That might be because Volpe wasn’t a player, but a 44-year-old fan living in Falls Church, Va.

Rumor the German shepherd wins best in show at Westminster 2017

Rumor was crowned America’s top dog Tuesday night when, a year after a near miss on the very same green carpet, she came out of retirement to win best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club. Cheered loudly all around the ring by a packed crowd at Madison Square Garden, she’s just the second German shepherd champion at the event that began in 1877.

Good Question: How Much Data Do We Use?

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Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN

A tennis commentator dropped by ESPN for a remark about Venus Williams during the Australian Open has sued the sports network for wrongful termination. Former tennis pro Doug Adler maintains he was describing Williams’ aggressive style last month as “guerrilla” tactics and not comparing her with a “gorilla.”

Jury selection to begin in ex-NFL star’s latest murder trial

From left to right, lead defense attorney Jose Baez, Aaron Hernandez and attorney Ronald Sullivan listen to Judge Jeffrey Locke during motion hearings prior to Hernandez’s double murder trial in Boston, Monday, Feb. 13, 2017. Lead defense attorney Jose Baez, left, and Aaron Hernandez listen to Judge Jeffrey Locke during motion hearings prior to Hernandez’s double murder trial in Boston, Monday, Feb. 13, 2017.

Father, Teenage Daughter Killed In High-Speed Palmdale Crash; Witness Sought

CBS2 / KCAL9 CBS2/KCAL9 is part of CBS Television Stations, a division of CBS Corp. and one of the largest network-owned station groups in the country. CBS Studio City Broadcast Center 4200 Radford Avenue Studio City, CA […] Magic Johnson Says He Had Offer To Run New York Knicks The legendary Laker told CBS This Morning that he has fielded several offers to run or own NBA teams.

Swoopes part of latest Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame class

The six-person class announced Sunday also includes official Sally Bell, Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women founder Christine Grant, Middle Tennessee coach Rick Insell, former Southern Connecticut State coach Louise O’Neal and Olympic gold medalist Kara Wolters. Hall of Fame officials also announced Sunday they will recognize the 1975, 1976 and 1977 Delta State teams as “trailblazers of the game.”

Ex-NFL player Quentin Moses, 2 others die in house fire

Fire officials say former NFL linebacker end Quentin Moses and two other people have died in a house fire in Georgia. Monroe Fire Department Chief Keith Glass tells local news media that the 33-year-old Moses, 31-year-old Andria Godard and her 10-year-old daughter Jasmine Godard died after the fire started around 6 a.m. Sunday.

Jury selection set to begin in ex-NFL star’s murder trial

Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez is going on trial again for murder – this time for the 2012 fatal shootings of two men outside a Boston nightclub. Hernandez already is serving a life sentence for the 2013 killing of Odin Lloyd, a semi-professional football player who was dating the sister of Hernandez’s fiancA .

‘Whip It’ stars help L.A. Derby Dolls fight for their future

Christina Hood of the L.A. Derby Dolls, an all-female roller derby league, scrimmages against Beach Cities in Los Angeles on Jan. 4. Christina Hood of the L.A. Derby Dolls, an all-female roller derby league, scrimmages against Beach Cities in Los Angeles on Jan. 4. “Be your own hero,” read the tagline for 2009’s “Whip It,” the first Hollywood movie to feature the female-powered sport of modern roller derby. Directed by Drew Barrymore, the film featured Ellen Page as a small-town Texas teen who reinvents herself as a banked track speedster dubbed “Babe Ruthless.”

Toronto Furies headline rosters of CWHL All-Star Game

The one year mark to the Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang passed two days ago. The Olympics have been the sole source of exposure to the women’s game for most hockey fans, but the Canadian Women’s Hockey League is working hard to create new avenues for women hockey players to showcase their talent.

Washington Nationals: 2017 Spring Training Radio/TV Log

Apr 24, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Nationals center fielder Chris Heisey gets a bucket of ice water dumped on him by Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon while being interviewed by MASN reporter Dan Kolko after hitting a walk-off home run against the Minnesota Twins in the sixteenth inning at Nationals Park. The National won 5-4 in sixteen innings.

On this day: February 11

Tarkanian coached at Long Beach State, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, and Fresno State University in his college career, compiling a 729-201 career coaching record. He led four of his UNLV teams to the Final Four, winning an NCAA Championship in 1990.

Families of men killed with Jose Fernandez file lawsuits

The families of the two men who were with Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty – killing all three – are suing the All-Star’s estate. Attorney Christopher Royer, who is representing the families of 25-year-old Eduardo Rivero and 27-year-old Emilio Jesus Macias, told the Sun Sentinel that Rivero’s claim was filed Friday, and Macias’ will be filed Monday.

Prince Fielder will star in his own cooking show

Former Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder was forced to walk away from baseball six months ago, after doctors told him he’d never be cleared to play again after undergoing a second spinal fusion surgery. His goodbye press conference was hard to watch, but it looks like Prince is adjusting to life without the game.

Khloe Kardashian celebrates dropping Lamar Odom’s last name

Khloe Kardashian has officially dropped Lamar Odom’s last name, and celebrated her new moniker with a few friends and family members. More than two months after finalizing her divorce to the former NBA player, the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” star decided it was time to update her passport – and her assistants were there to help welcome the name change with a festive cake.

Insomniac City: New York, Oliver, and Me,’ by Bill Hayes

One afternoon at a cafe in New York’s West Village in 2005, the famed neurologist Oliver Sacks made the only prediction I heard him make that didn’t come true. I had met the author of books like “Awakenings” and “The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat” a couple of years earlier while writing a profile of him for Wired magazine .

Reading the stars

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention includes reading to infants as one of its positive parenting tips, along with talking to an infant; answering an infant when he makes sounds by repeating the sounds and adding words; singing to an infant; and more. The CDC says reading to a baby will help them “develop and understand language and sounds.”

Despite thriller, Super Bowl draws lower TV ratings

Bill Belichick hates to compare any of his Patriots Super Bowl teams, but he clearly has a soft spot for this year’s champions, who rallied from a record-setting deficit to defeat the Falcons, 34-28,… New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady looks on as New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick celebrates with Fox Sports broadcaster Terry … (more)

Julian Edelman Celebrates Super Bowl Victory on ‘Tonight’

New England Patriots’ Julian Edelman celebrates after the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game against the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston. On Monday, Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman and head coach Bill Belichick joined Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” to talk about their team’s fifth championship victory.

Julian Edelman Celebrates Super Bowl Victory on ‘Tonight’

New England Patriots’ Julian Edelman celebrates after the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game against the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston. On Monday, Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman and head coach Bill Belichick joined Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” to talk about their team’s fifth championship victory.

Grapevine: Isiah Thomas partners with Cheurlin Champagne

Grapevine: Isiah Thomas, Cheurlin Champagne pair up Lady Gaga announces show at Little Caesars Arena, plus more entertainment news Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2kGMdkp NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas is in town Tuesday debuting the Cheurlin Champagne collection. The Detroit Pistons legend will introduce this new champagne to the Detroit market via his ISIAH Imports.

10 Things to Know for Tuesday

In this photo taken Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, photo, Paul Draper, 59, of Voorheesville, N.Y., left, and 63-year-old Mike Jarboe of Clifton Park, play music on the train north of New York City. AP Tampa correspondent Tamara Lush spent 15 days traveling via train across the U.S. as part of Amtrak’s residency program, designed for creative professionals to spend time writing on the rails.

Brady suspects game jersey was stolen after Super Bowl win

Authorities say memorabilia from Kobe Bryant’s high school career have been stolen from a display case at the former NBA star’s alma mater near Philadelphia Authorities say memorabilia from Kobe Bryant’s high school career have been stolen from a display case at the former NBA star’s alma mater near Philadelphia Commuters in Philadelphia are facing delays and some might be forced to ride buses after cracks were found in two subway cars Commuters in Philadelphia are facing delays and some might be forced to ride buses after cracks were found in two subway cars A Carnegie Mellon University student who admitted developing and selling malicious software that allowed others to remotely control Google Android smartphones has been sentenced to three years’ probation A Carnegie Mellon University student who admitted developing and selling malicious software that allowed others to remotely … (more)

‘Hamilton’ actress, Luke Bryan reflect on Super Bowl moments

Lady Gaga takes a selfie with Christian Carino before the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston. Lady Gaga walks on the field before the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston.

Astronaut’s view of game is very different from his Levi’s…

Astronaut Scott Kelly shares his view of Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium last year to his view, this year, at NRG for Super Bowl 51. >Click to see Kelly’s shot of Super Bowl 50, as well as several stadiums, from his view in space. Astronaut Scott Kelly shares his view of Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium last year to his view, this year, at NRG for Super Bowl 51. Ford Field in Detroit, home of the Detroit Lions, who have started the 2015 season 0-2, just like the Houston Texans.

Lady Gaga gets ready for her Super Bowl halftime show

Country music singer Luke Bryan sings the National Anthem, before the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston. Singers of the cast of Hamilton, Phillipa Soo, right, Rene Elise Goldsberry, center, and Jasmine Cephas Jones, sing “God Bless America,” before the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston.

The Latest: T-Mobile trots out celebrities, 4 ads

This photo provided by Budweiser shows a scene from the company’s spot for Super Bowl 51, between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017. The scene depicts when Anheuser-Busch co-founder Adolphus Busch, right, after traveling by boat from Germany, met fellow immigrant Eberhard Anheuser.

Injured officer released from hospital

Almost 400 teams competed in the region, and the top 60 teams fought it out Saturday at the ninth annual F.I.R.S.T. LEGO League competition championship. The competition is designed to get students interested in science, technology, engineering and math fields.

Tomlinson, Warner, Davis part of 7-man Hall of Fame class

In this Jan. 9, 1999, file photo, Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis breaks into the end zone on a 20-yard touchdown run against the Miami Dolphins during an NFL football game in Denver. Davis is part of seven-man class heading into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, it was announced Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017.

Magical Bruno Mars concert has everyone dancing – celebs included

The stars have arrived in Houston, and they turned out Friday night to see headliner Bruno Mars perform at LIFEWTR/Pepsico’s “Art After Dark Super Bowl 2017 Experience” at traveling nightclub, Club Nomadic. The red carpet was red hot with celebs galore strutting down the VIP entryway, including actor Vince Vaughn, Houston-native and Good Morning America co-host Michael Strahan, singer/rapper CeeLo Green, Fox NFL sportscaster Erin Andrews, Dallas Mavericks owner and TV personality on ABC’s Shark Tank Mark Cuban, and John Legend and his supermodel wife Chrissy Teigen.

2-Alarm Blaze Rips Through Popular Anaheim Restaurant

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NFL Honors Awards Show: Time, TV, channel for 2017 Hall of Fame…

NFL Honors Awards Show: Time, TV, channel for 2017 Hall of Fame Class, NFL MVP ; live stream, how to watch online Former NFL player Brett Favre poses with a bust of himself during an induction ceremony at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, in Canton, Ohio. (AP Photo The NFL will honor the best of the 2016 season with the sixth annual NFL Honors Awards Show on Sat.

Man Left In ICU After He’s Beaten By Suspects Who Chased Him After Alleged Road Rage Incident

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AP sources: Firm’s sale holds up financier’s White House job

A prominent New York financier poised to become a key liaison between the White House and Wall Street won’t be taking the role, thanks to a complicated review of the sale of his firm to a Chinese company. Anthony Scaramucci, a Republican donor and colorful surrogate for President Donald Trump, was told this week he will not be tapped to head the office that coordinates the administration’s outreach the business community and other interest groups.

Watch Justin Bieber star in pre-Super Bowl ad

The T-Mobile clip features cameos from New England Patriot tight end Rob Gronkowski and six-time Pro-Bowl legend Terrell Owens and sees Bieber giving viewers a history of touch down celebrations. Bieber’s fans are encouraged to submit their best touchdown moves on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #UnlimitedMoves, with the singer slated to re-tweet his favourites on Monday .

2 Pit Bulls Attack Elderly Man, Kill His Little Dog In Lincoln Heights

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Pets On Planes For Emotional Support Only Need Note From Doctor To Fly Free

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8 Winning Super Bowl MVP Collectibles

While winning a Super Bowl is the ultimate prize in the National Football League, being named the most valuable player of the championship game is a ticket to sports immortality. Of the 44 players who have won the award in a half-century of Super Bowls, 19 have already been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Linda Sarsour, The Left’s Latest Star

What to make of Linda Sarsour of Brooklyn, lead plaintiff in the lawsuit against President Trump’s immigration order and the new, seemingly ubiquitous symbol of the hard Left-radical Islam alliance? The Obama White House designated her a ” champion of change .” New York City’s Mayor Bill de Blasio sought her endorsement.

NWSL, A+E launch historic broadcast partnership

The National Women’s Soccer League and A+E Networks on Thursday announced an historic broadcast partnership that gives A+E Networks an equity stake in the league and greatly expands broadcast access for fans. Lifetime, part of the A+E Network, will become an official sponsor and broadcast partner of the league in a three-year deal, beginning this April.

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Hyundai’s Super Bowl commercial will be filmed after kickoff

When Hyundai Motor America told the NFL about the concept for its Super Bowl ad, it told the league the best moments at this year’s game would happen off the field. Hyundai’s Super Bowl commercial will be filmed after kickoff When Hyundai Motor America told the NFL about the concept for its Super Bowl ad, it told the league the best moments at this year’s game would happen off the field.

The Worst Songs In Texas History… Allegedly

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Super Bowl 2017: New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons dodge questions about Donald Trump

While much of the world is talking about US President Donald Trump’s executive orders – including travel restrictions on seven Muslim-majority nations – players and coaches at the Super Bowl remain silent. Movie and television stars, business tycoons and politicians have all expressed concern over President Trump’s controversial policies but members of the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons, who will clash in the National Football League’s championship game on Sunday, dodged questions with the same skill they slip tackles.

Trump Is Basically Holding a Final Rose Ceremony for His Supreme Court Picks

While Trump’s presidency has basically turned the American government into a reality show you can’t turn off, it’s difficult to know exactly which reality show you’re watching at any given moment. While the infighting and jostling for power among Trump’s underlings has all the petty drama of The Real Housewives , and last night’s unceremonious firing of acting attorney general Sally Yates felt alarmingly like an episode of The Apprentice , it appears that when it comes to his Supreme Court picks, Trump is going Bachelor all the way.

Frampton Succumbs to Santa Cruz – ” and to the King Tut and BWAA Curses

” Death shall come on swift wings to him who disturbs the peace of the king a ” words supposedly engraved outside the tomb of King Tutankhamen It is always a risky business, the tempting of fate. Those who believe, at least a little, in omens and curses might have foreseen that Northern Ireland’s Carl Frampton would lose his WBA featherweight championship on Saturday night to Leo Santa Cruz, the man he had won it from six months earlier.

Column: A preview of things to expect during Super Bowl week

Atlanta Falcons’ Matt Ryan walks to the bus as the team arrive at George Bush Intercontinental Airport for the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Houston. FILE – In this Aug. 20, 2015, file photo, Therese Duenas counts money as she takes bets in the sports book at the South Point hotel and casino in Las Vegas.

Spears, Cabal win mixed doubles, continue 30s theme in Oz

Abigail Speers of the US and Juan Sebastian Cabal of Colombia celebrate after defeating India’s Sania Mirza and Ivan Dodig in the mixed doubles’ final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday,… . India’s Sania Mirza and Ivan Dodig of Croatia hold their runner-up trophies after losing the their mixed doubles’ final to Abigail Speers of the US and Juan Sebastian Cabal of Colombia at the Australian Open tennis championship… .

Deadline approaches for Cleveland Indians Larry Doby Fund,…

Groups have until Feb. 14 to apply for money through the Larry Doby Youth Fund , which was created by the Cleveland Indians fewer than four months ago and which quickly topped $1 million in donations. Ask manager Terry Francona what he’s most proud of during his career, and you might be surprised what you won’t hear: It’s not making the World Series last year or leading Boston to its first World Series title in 86 years, in 2004.

‘Outsiders’ actress talks about Pittsburgh-filmed TV show

If you thought the first season of “Outsiders” brought lots of clashes and confrontations, wait until you see season two, says Tina Alexis Allen. “I’d say there’s double the conflict – it’s coming at us from all sides,” said Allen, who plays the fiery Shurn on WGN America’s highest-rated original series.

Firefly festival includes The Weeknd, Twenty One Pilots, Dylan

Firefly festival includes The Weeknd, Twenty One Pilots, Dylan The Dover, Del., music festival will have five headliners over four days in June. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jEVZ2I Recording artist The Weeknd performs onstage during the 2016 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on Nov. 20, 2016 in Los Angeles.

Unofficial National Park Service Twitter Fires Off At President Trump

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Las Vegas Sands Posts Profit, Misses 4th Quarter Forecasts

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Southampton beats Liverpool 1-0, through to League Cup final

Southampton’s Shane Long, center, scores during the English League Cup semifinal 2nd leg soccer match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017. Liverpool’s head coach Juergen Klopp, second left, talks to Daniel Sturridge, left, during the English League Cup semifinal 2nd leg soccer match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017.

Brent Musburger to call his final game on January 31

Brent Musburger to call his final game on January 31 The legendary broadcaster’s career has spanned nearly 50 years. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ktpWTb Brent Musburger will call his final game on Jan. 31, closing out a broadcast career that has spanned nearly 50 years, ESPN announced Wednesday.

Brent Musburger is retiring from sportscasting at age 77

In this Jan. 23, 1984, file photo, Oakland Raiders coach Tom Flores clutches the Super Bowl trophy as Raiders managing general partner Al Davis is interviewed by Brent Musburger in the locker room after their 38-9 win over the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XVIII in Tampa, Fla. At right is NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle.

Jamie O’Hara devastated at news Bianca Gascoigne has a man

‘I thought you were single’: Jamie O’Hara left devastated when he discovers love interest Bianca Gascoigne has a boyfriend on CBB But Bianca Gascoigne finally revealed to her love interest Jamie O’Hara that she has a boyfriend on Wednesday’s episode of Celebrity Big Brother . In a clip aired on spin-off Bit On The Side on Tuesday, the footballer is shown the conversation between Nicola and his new love – leaving him ‘fuming’ as he confronts her sadly: ‘I thought you were single’.

Kristin Cavallari loves Audrina Patridge’s bikini

Chelsea Handler is accused of immigrant-shaming Melania for saying the First Lady – who is fluent in five languages – ‘can barely speak English’ ‘Anything is possible’: White House says ‘maybe we will’ investigate Trump’s claim that millions of people voted illegally in November ‘Nobody believes they’re twins!’ Adorable girls are born in Illinois with different skin colors to a black father and white mother Yordano Ventura was ‘robbed of World Series ring and cash’ as he lay dying after car crash – as it’s revealed his family’s claim to his $20m fortune hinges on if he was drunk One-eyed mother-of-three who was found passed out in a gutter is sentenced up to five years in prison for child endangerment and sex with a teen who she called ‘daddy’ in text messages Get in line! Dating app Hinge reveals its 40 most eligible New York users in lust-worthy list of ‘attractive AND accomplished’ … (more)

Red Carpet Report: New nightclub The Nerd? Plus, Rod Stewart, Cyndi…

Rod Stewart performs at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Nov. 6, 2013, in Las Vegas. Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper sits in the dugout during Game 2 of The National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Nationals Park on Oct. 9, 2016, in Washington, D.C. A new nightclub with the initial name of The Nerd is to be opened at the Neonopolis complex Downtown at the end of March.

A Dog’s Purpose’ Supplier Calls TMZ Video – Falsely…

Birds & Animals Unlimited, the Hollywood animal supplier that provided the dogs for the movie “A Dog’s Purpose,” has released a statement after a video leaked to TMZ last week showed a German Shepherd being pushed into turbulent water while trying to hold on to the edge of the pool. The video has triggered a backlash from animal rights activists and social media, as PETA has called for a boycott of the film.

Trump attends interfaith prayer service as massive crowd protests

President Donald Trump with first lady Melania Trump, Vice President Mike Pence, and his wife Karen Pence, listen during the National Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington on January 21, 2017. President Donald Trump with first lady Melania Trump, Vice President Mike Pence, and his wife Karen Pence, listen during the National Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington on January Demonstrators march across 42nd Street during a women’s march, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in New York.

Lipinski, Weir shine as a top pair at skating championships

Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski pose for a photo while working the broadcast at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski pose for a photo while working the broadcast at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo.

Libby Schaaf Releases Statement on Oakland Raiders Relocation Application

May 11, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; General view of Oakland Raiders helmet at the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign on the Las Vegas strip on Las Vegas Blvd. Raiders owner Mark Davis has pledged $500 million toward building a 65,000-seat domed stadium in Las Vegas at a total cost of $1.4 billion. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Davis can explore his options in Las Vegas but would require 24 of 32 owners to approve the move.

Judge rejects bid by Aaron Hernandez to suppress cellphone

A judge has denied a request from former NFL star Aaron Hernandez to suppress the contents of his cellphone at his upcoming double murder trial. Judge Jeffrey Locke ruled Wednesday that prosecutors can tell the jury about what they found on the phone when the former New England Patriots tight end goes on trial next month in the 2012 fatal shootings of two men he encountered at a Boston nightclub.

Sundance directors, actors find reteaming a winning formula

This image released by the Sundance Institute shows Sam Claflin, left, and Gemma Arterton in a scene from “Their Finest,” an official selection of the Spotlight program at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. The film reunites filmmaker Lone Scherfig with Claflin, who worked together previously in “Riot Club.”

Scoop: Shark Tank on Abc – Friday, January 27, 2017

Entrepreneurs from Somerville, Massachusetts, rent tiny houses in the woods where people can unplug, recharge and rebalance their lives; former Harvard University classmates now living in San Francisco hope the Sharks agree that snack chips made with cricket flour are the future of affordable and sustainable proteins; a concertgoer from Minneapolis, Minnesota could change the way people listen to music with earplugs designed to filter out damaging levels of sound while protecting one’s ears; and an Austin, Texas couple created a modern version of a favorite childhood toy, but a deal might be in jeopardy when the Sharks learn that a majority of their revenue comes from a single source.

Williams, Safarova in French Open final rematch at Melbourne

United States’ Serena Williams reaches for a shot to Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. Serbia’s Novak Djokovic celebrates after defeating Spain’s Fernando Verdasco in their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017.

George H.W. Bush in hospital for undisclosed reasons

Former president George H.W. Bush talks with Houston Texans owner Bob McNair before the first half of an NFL game between the Texans and the Oakland Raiders on Jan. 7 in Houston. Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush has been hospitalized in Houston, CBS Houston affiliate KHOU television reported on Wednesday, citing his office chief of staff.

Sharp scores twice, Stars hold on for 7-6 win over Rangers

Dallas Stars’ Patrick Sharp shoots against New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist , of Sweden, for a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in New York. Dallas Stars’ Patrick Sharp celebrates after scoring a goal as New York Rangers’ Nick Holden skates in the background during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in New York.

Carroll: Sherman played 2nd half of season with knee injury

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones during the second half of an NFL football divisional football game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Atlanta. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones during the first half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Atlanta.

Listing a winter’s worth of movies

… Carlton Wilborn. Directed by Ester Gould and Reijer Zwaan. Bond/360 Also: Get the Girl Comedy. Vertical Entertainment Kung Fu Yoga Action comedy with Jackie Chan. Well Go USA Lost in Florence Romantic drama. Orion Pictures Midsummer in Newtown …

Listing a winter’s worth of movies

… Carlton Wilborn. Directed by Ester Gould and Reijer Zwaan. Bond/360 Also: Get the Girl Comedy. Vertical Entertainment Kung Fu Yoga Action comedy with Jackie Chan. Well Go USA Lost in Florence Romantic drama. Orion Pictures Midsummer in Newtown …

Ray Allen, Woody Austin lead Diamond Resorts Invitational

Former NBA star Ray Allen took the celebrity lead Saturday in the Diamond Resorts Invitational, and PGA Tour Champions player Woody Austin remained on top in the professional competition. Allen shot a 4-under 67 on the Four Seasons Resort’s Tranquilo course, scoring 30 points under the modified Stableford scoring system to push his two-day total 50. Allen had eight birdies and four bogeys, with a birdie worth three points, a par one point and a bogey zero points.

Madison students hope to shape future of transportation

FOR RELEASE SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2017, AT 12:01 A.M. CST.- Members of the UW-Madison Badgerloop team reveal their hyperloop pod prototype for students, faculty and members of the public at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery on the campus of UW-Madison in Madison, Wis. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016.

Newborn Baby Shares Birthday with Mom and Dad

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Hakem Dermish brings SportsCenter flair to News 5, ‘Academic Challenge’

You’re watching an episode of “Academic Challenge,” WEWS Channel 5’s long-running high school quiz show, when the host, Hakem Dermish, says this to one of the competing teams after an impressive round. That’s because you may have seen Dermish, 34, on ESPN, where he spent four years anchoring shows like “SportsCenter” prior to arriving at News 5 as a sports anchor in April.

Financier and fundraiser expected to become Trump adviser

A prominent New York financier is set to be named a top White House adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, tasked with coordinating the administration’s outreach to the nation’s financial world and key members of the political community. Anthony Scaramucci, a colorful surrogate for Trump and a top fundraiser during the campaign, will be appointed within the week, according to two people with knowledge of the decision who were not authorized to discuss that matter publicly.

McCowan leads No. 4 Mississippi St over Florida 82-49

Mississippi State center Teaira McCowan shoots a hook shot around Florida center Tyshara Fleming during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Starkville, Miss., Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017. Mississippi State center Teaira McCowan shoots a hook shot around Florida center Tyshara Fleming during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Starkville, Miss., Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017.

Lamar Odom Wants Khloe Kardashian Back! Watch Here

On Tuesday, January 17, The Doctors will air its interview with Lamar Odom , where the troubled reality TV star will discuss his public struggle with drugs and alcohol. More than a year ago, the NBA player was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel and had to be hospitalized for several months.

Lakes’ Luke Walton believes Lamar Odom ‘would be great’ on his staff, though complications remain

LOS ANGELES The development sounds like a tailor-made Hollywood comeback story, let alone something to feature on one of the Kardashian reality television shows. After going in and out of rehab more than a year after facing a near-death experience at a Las Vegas brothel, former Lakers forward Lamar Odom reached out to Lakers coach Luke Walton to express interest about joining his staff.

Hialeah Park: Ready to rumble

Boxing matches have been held at casinos almost since the dawn of gambling. Think of the big-money cards held along the glittery Las Vegas Strip, like in the movie “Oceans 11.” Casinos have the right amount of space to host the events, matches don’t take hours upon hours and they help muscle up the gambling action.

Los Angeles beats San Francisco for George Lucas museum site

This undated file concept design provided by the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art shows a rendering of their proposed museum, just west and north of the Coliseum in Exposition Park in Los Angeles. “Star Wars” creator George Lucas and his team announced Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, they have chosen Los Angeles over San Francisco as the home of the museum that will showcase his work.

You Can Try Out for America’s Got Talent on Saturday

NBC’s hit reality competition America’s Got Talent is gearing up for its 12th season, which means it’s traveling to 10 cities across the country so hopeful contestants can vie for a spot on the show. Simon Cowell will be back as a judge for the second time, sitting alongside Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Mel B .

Carrie Fisher’s death certificate confirms she died of a heart attack

Woman ‘framed her husband’s ex and had her jailed for months by claiming she arranged for her to be raped by strangers via Craigslist – and then lied about being pregnant AND having cancer’ Terrifying moment a man tried to ABDUCT an 8-year-old at a children’s wrestling competition before the boy managed to fight himself free Going home with another guy, texting the whole time and saying ‘I love you’ BEFORE they even met: Men reveal the worst things women have done on their first date Fears for $23million Knicks star Derrick Rose as he VANISHES before big game, baffling coach and prompting ‘prayers’ from teammates concerned for his safety The end of Yahoo: Marissa Mayer to RESIGN and firm to change its name to Altaba if $4.8bn Verizon takeover gets the go-ahead Donald Trump appoints ‘incredibly successful’ son-in-law Jared Kushner to White House as ‘Senior Advisor’ – but he won’t be paid … (more)

Lions-Seahawks Dominate NBC’s Primetime While SNL Hits a Four Year High

Regarding this morning’s Nielsens, note that the fast-affiliate ratings that came in at 11 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT are not time zone-adjusted and are subject to change for live sports coverage. In these preliminary results, NBC dominates the night among ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX in adults 18-49, total viewers and every other key category in the fast-affiliate ratings.

Trial to begin over deadly Oklahoma State homecoming crash

An Oklahoma woman who drove into a crowd of spectators at Oklahoma State University’s 2015 homecoming parade, killing four people and injuring dozens of others, is set to stand trial. Adacia Chambers , 26, has pleaded not guilty to four counts of second-degree murder and 42 counts of assault and battery.

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50 Cent Recruits Mike Tyson as Chris Brown’s Boxing Trainer…

Soulja Boy has Floyd Mayweather in his corner for the match against the rapper, but now Brown has “Iron Mike” 50 Cent has thrown his hat into the rapper feud ring by enlisting Iron Mike Tyson to train Brown in his upcoming boxing match against Soulja Boy. “They said Floyd [Mayweather] is training Soulja Boy, so I said I had to get Mike Tyson to train Chris Brown ,” FIf said on Instagram Friday night.

Coyotes Snap Losing Streak With Shootout Win Over Islanders

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Clemson, Alabama football programs in rare air

Alabama head coach Nick Saban answers questions during media day for the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. Alabama head coach Nick Saban answers questions during media day for the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, in Tampa, Fla.

USM’s Price glad to be back on court

It was hard to tell Thursday night who was happier about the return of Khari Price to the basketball court: the senior point guard himself or his University of Southern Mississippi teammates. Price, who had missed the Golden Eagles’ first 13 games of the season while recovering from preseason surgery on his left knee, played 31 minutes and scored a career-high 20 points as the Golden Eagles snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 77-59 Conference USA victory over visiting University of Texas-San Antonio at Green Coliseum.

Oregon beers with hops at The Green Frog, winter eats at Bellwether

Oregon’s Ordnance Bloops Blueberry Wheat is one of the featured brews at the brewers’ night from from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10, at The Green Frog, 1015 N. State St. Find the recipe for the famous and delicious cinnamon rolls available at The C Shop in Birch Bay via their newsletter at thecshop.com. The sweet shop is closed for the season.

No worries about TV blackout for Packers playoff game

Even though the Green Bay Packers haven’t sold out Lambeau Field for Sunday’s playoff game, fans at home won’t have to worry about a TV blackout, as in the past. Three years ago, businesses bought about 3,000 tickets to avoid a TV blackout when the Packers hosted a wild card game against the 49ers.

Kang left off SKorea’s WBC team amid DUI allegations

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang has been left off South Korea’s roster for the World Baseball Classic while he remains subject to a criminal investigation into allegations that he fled the scene after crashing a car into a guardrail while driving under the influence of alcohol. The decision by South Korea manager Kim In-sik came after police in capital Seoul sent the case to the prosecution with a recommendation that he should be indicted.

Batum scores 28 points, Hornets beat Thunder 123-112

Charlotte Hornets’ Ramon Sessions drives past Oklahoma City Thunder’s Enes Kanter in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017. Charlotte Hornets’ Marvin Williams has his shot blocked by Oklahoma City Thunder’s Steven Adams in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017.

Two former COD students receive television award

Former College of DuPage students Tyler Swanson of Carol Stream and Anthony Amant of Elmhurst have received a Crystal Pillar Student Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the producers of the Chicago/Midwest Emmy® Awards. Swanson and Amant earned the award for “Athletes of the Week: Matt Fletcher and Evan Kirk,” which they produced while students in COD’s motion picture/television program.

Tomlinson, J. Taylor, Dawkins are Hall of Fame finalists

In this Nov. 29, 2009, file photo, San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson celebrates his second touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in San Diego, Calif. Tomlinson is a finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2017, the Hall announced Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017.

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At least four people are dead after a tornado hit in Rehobeth, Alabama, according to the state’s governor. “Just spoke w/ Houston Co Sheriff Donald Valenza… – ISIS claimed responsibility for the shooting rampage at a New Year’s Eve celebration at an Istanbul nightclub that killed at least 39 people and injur… Sonny Perdue III, the former governor of Georgia, is president-elect Donald Trump’s leading candidate to be his U.S. secretary of agriculture, according to a person familia… COLLEGE PARK, Md.

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At least four people are dead after a tornado hit in Rehobeth, Alabama, according to the state’s governor. “Just spoke w/ Houston Co Sheriff Donald Valenza… – ISIS claimed responsibility for the shooting rampage at a New Year’s Eve celebration at an Istanbul nightclub that killed at least 39 people and injur… Sonny Perdue III, the former governor of Georgia, is president-elect Donald Trump’s leading candidate to be his U.S. secretary of agriculture, according to a person familia… COLLEGE PARK, Md.

Rose Parade features colorful floats, heavy police security

The colorful and lively Rose Parade marched safely Monday under cloudy skies and the watchful presence of more than 1,000 law enforcement officers. No major problems were reported after security and other safety measures were beefed up for the 128th annual parade as a response to several terror attacks in Europe in the past year.

Donald Trump Is No ‘Email Person’ but ‘Knows Things About Hacking’

Search efforts resumed by water, air and shoreline on Monday for a plane that disappeared four days ago near Cleveland carrying three adults, including a CEO, a… – ISIS claimed responsibility for the shooting rampage at a New Year’s Eve celebration at an Istanbul nightclub that killed at least 39 people and injur… Aside from the cattle market and a continued battle with property taxes, Nebraska Cattlemen looks back at 2016 seeing some major accomplishments. Almost a year ago, in Janu… COLLEGE PARK, Md.

Nadal in Australia, still aiming to contend for major titles

Rafael Nadal cuddled a koala on the banks of the river, something that has become a customary photo opportunity for celebrity players on debut at the Brisbane International. The 14-time major winner has altered his preparation for the Australian Open, hoping a change of venues for the warmup tournaments will bring a change of luck at the season’s first Grand Slam tournament after a shocking first-round exit in 2016.

Seahawks wrap up regular season with 25-23 win over 49ers

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett celebrates with defensive end Frank Clark after sacking San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. Seattle Seahawks running back Thomas Rawls celebrates with fullback Marcel Reece after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017.

Khloe Kardashian’s ex-husband Lamar Odom shares photo

‘No better way to end 2016’: Khloe Kardashian’s ex Lamar Odom poses with his kids in first Instagram post since leaving rehab But on Saturday, the last day of the year, the former NBA great appeared to be in good health as he posed for a photo he shared on Instagram. The 37-year-old athlete had his arms around his two children Destiny, 18, and Lamar Jr, 14, that he had with Liza Morales.

Wiggins, Towns Lead Wolves Over Bucks, 116-99

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Today in History: December 30

Undated photo of Rasputin, the self-styled monk who was killed 1916 by Prince Youssoupoff, because of his evil influence of the Russian Royal Family. On Dec. 30, 1916, Grigory Rasputin, the so-called “Mad Monk” who wielded considerable influence with Czar Nicholas II, was killed by a group of Russian noblemen in St. Petersburg.

Today in History: Dec 30, 2016

On Dec. 30, 1916, Grigory Rasputin, the so-called “Mad Monk” who wielded considerable influence with Czar Nicholas II, was killed by a group of Russian noblemen in St. Petersburg. In 1853, the United States and Mexico signed a treaty under which the U.S. agreed to buy some 45,000 square miles of land from Mexico for $10 million in a deal known as the Gadsden Purchase.

Virat Kohli opens on engagement with Anushka Sharma! – News

Ace cricketer Virat Kohli is making headlines yet again not for his hits and misses in cricket but this time for missing on his bae Miss Anushka Sharma. Since last 24 hours social media and fans are going berserk over Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s engagement gossip that is reportedly happening on January 1, 2017.

Carr has surgery as Raiders prepare for life with McGloin

In this Nov. 27, 2016, file photo, Oakland Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin drops back as Carolina Panthers free safety Tre Boston applies pressure during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. After losing star quarterback Derek Carr to a broken leg, the Raiders now turn to McGloin with the AFC West title on the line in the season finale at Denver.

Pita Taufatofua: Topless Tongan taekwondo star switches to snow

Pita Taufatofua — the topless and oiled Tongan taekwondo fighter who caused a social media storm at the Olympic Games — is turning his attention to qualifying for the Winter Olympics. His decision to wear traditional Tongan dress and cover himself in coconut oil at the opening ceremony in Rio de Janeiro stole the show and provided one of the most talked-about moments of the 2016 Games.

Three men dead, one missing in separate NSW drownings

Three men have died and one remains missing after they drowned in separate incidents on Boxing Day, within hours of one another. The men were among thousands of holidaymakers who took to the water across NSW on Monday, as police warned people to remain vigilant when swimming during the festive season.

Barton back in trouble for breaking betting rules

In this Sunday, May 10, 2015 file photo, Queens Park Rangers’ Joey Barton watches the ball during their English Premier League soccer match at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England. After a short and ill-fated stint in Scottish football, Joey Barton is back in the English Premier League with former club Burnley.

Newton: Panthers should sit Kuechly, not jeopardize future

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton celebrates wide receiver Ted Ginn’s touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016.

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant share pic of new baby daughter

In this May 2, 2013, file photo, Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, and his wife Vanessa Bryant arrive at “An Unforgettable Evening” benefiting EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, Calif. Bryant’s and his wife, Vanessa, both posted a picture of new daughter Bianka Bella Bryant on Twitter and Instagram Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016.

Family Rocked By Double Cancer Diagnosis Seeks Stable Future

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Louisiana Battles Pepperdine In Final Non-Conference Tuneup

LAFAYETTE The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team plays its final non-conference game before opening Sun Belt Conference action at the end of the month when it entertains West Coast Conference member Pepperdine on Tuesday at the Cajundome. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in the Lafayette area on KHXT 107.9-FM and ESPN 1420-AM.

3 In Custody After Hours-Long Butler SWAT Incident

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Red-letter day: Elliott, Cowboys bounce back, top Bucs 26-20

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten fights off a tackle attempt by Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Javien Elliott after catching a pass in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Cole Beasley tries to stay inbounds after catching a pass as Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Keith Tandy pursues in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Texas.

Kornheiser: Trade John Wall

John Wall talks to a referee during the first half of Tuesday’s game against the Magic. After the Wizards fell to 7-13 with a home loss to Orlando on Tuesday, despite a career-high 52 points from John Wall , ESPN’s Tony Kornheiser suggested it might be time for Ted Leonsis’s franchise to make a major change .a <.a <.