A group of sixth- through eighth-grade students from Mainland Preparatory Classical Academy on Friday got a chance to learn a little bit of hidden history outside the classroom by attending the movies at Mall of the Mainland in Texas City. Leading 52-41 heading into the final period, Dickinson saw the Clear Creek Wildcats roar back to take a late lead, but the Gators came through with clutch shooting to hang on for a thrilling 69-66 district win Friday in front of their home fans.
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Arrieta skipping White House trip, cites family reasons
When the World Series champion Chicago Cubs visit President Barack Obama at the White House on Monday, star pitcher Jake Arrieta won’t be with them. Arrieta said he needs to be home – his mother-in-law is recovering from brain surgery, son Cooper is having a tooth pulled that day.
Jake Arrieta Will Not Attend Cubs’ White House Ceremony
The Chicago Cubs are going to be heading to the White House to visit with President Barack Obama, but one of their biggest stars will not be accompanying them on the trip to the nation’s capital. That player is pitcher Jake Arrieta, who picked up a key win in Game 6 of the World Series en route to the team winning its first championship in 108 years.
Justice Department to release Chicago police abuse report
The U.S. Justice Department plans to release a major report Friday on the Chicago Police Department after a yearlong civil rights investigation that is expected to find a pattern and practice of violations over many years. Attorney General Loretta Lynch, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson are among officials scheduled to attend a news conference Friday morning and publicly release the report, which is expected to be lengthy.
Canada’s Household Debt Crisis: Blame Capitalism
Canadian capitalism is in crisis, with household debt reaching a record high 166.9 per cent of disposable income and about 208 per cent of GDP, and wage stagnation is a primary cause. Richard Vague told the Globe and Mail “any country whose private-debt-to-GDP ratio goes beyond 150 per cent and that has a five-year growth rate of 18 per cent or greater in that ratio experiences a financial crisis at some point.”
Cubs to visit White House on Monday
The World Series champion Chicago Cubs will break from tradition and visit President Barack Obama on Monday during his last week in the White House. Normally, the World Series champions don’t make their traditional visit to the White House until the following season, but NBC Chicago reported that the Cubs wanted to make the trip before Obama left office.
Varoom! Veteran lawmaker turns primo Capitol office into car shrine
A lawmaker who’s collected cars and license plates for more than 40 years has turned his new Capitol office into an automotive shrine. A burgundy 1917 Model T touring car dominates the reception area.
Almanac for Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017
Those born on this date are under the sign of Capricorn. They include American statesman Alexander Hamilton in 1757; Ezra Cornell, founder of Western Union Telegraph company and Cornell University, in 1807; John MacDonald, first prime minister of Canada, in 1815; psychologist and philosopher William James in 1842; feminist lawyer Alice Paul in 1885; South African novelist Alan Paton in 1903; automobile designer Carroll Shelby in 1923; actor Rod Taylor in 1930 ; former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien in 1934 ; musician Clarence Clemons in 1942; singer Naomi Judd in 1946 ; Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Tracy Caulkins in 1963 ; singer Mary J. Blige in 1971 ; actor Amanda Peet in 1972 .
Clemson win makes big winners out of bettors in Las Vegas
Clemson won 35-31. . Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney celebrates after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, in Tampa, Fla.
Trump inauguration passed up by Marin congressman
Rep. Jared Huffman says he will skip the Jan. 20 inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States. Huffman, D-San Rafael, who made the announcement over the weekend on his Facebook page, will have some company.
WashPost Likens Virginia GOP Bathroom Bill to ‘Jim Crow,’ Wrongly Claims No Crime
In a Saturday article titled, “Virginia’s Latest Attempt to Marginalize Minorities,” the Washington Post editorial board slams Virginia Republican Delegate Robert Marshall for proposing a bathroom bill similar to that in North Carolina that would bar men from using women’s restrooms. As it wrongly claims that there are no examples in Virginia of men pretending to be women to victimize them in such public places, the article even likens the “obnoxious” legislation to racism in the Jim Crow South and suggests that some Republicans would support it because they like “marginalizing minorities.”
This day in history, Jan. 8, 2017
On Jan. 8, 1867, the U.S. House of Representatives joined the Senate in overriding President Andrew Johnson’s veto of the District of Columbia Suffrage Bill, giving black men in the nation’s capital the right to vote. In 1815, the last major engagement of the War of 1812 came to an end as U.S. forces defeated the British in the Battle of New Orleans, not having gotten word of the signing of a peace treaty.
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A foreign coach might be the answer to the Springboks’ woes as he will be unbiased, impartial and not connected to anyone, writes Stanley Hermanus . Awarded after your first article is published on MyNews24.
Remembrance of inaugurations past
With another presidential inauguration due on January 20, it brings back to memory three such events that I had the privilege of being in Washington DC for, the Jimmy Carter and two Ronald Reagan inaugurations. My wife and 14-year old daughter accompanied me to our nation’s capital for the Carter inauguration.
The Sorry 7: Fallen sports TV stars looking for a comeback in 2017
Bill Simmons is the biggest name, but he’s not the only sports TV personality seeking better days in 2017. Every year, TV stars rise and fall in sports media.
AP Source: Broncos get OK to interview 3 NFL assistants
Shanahan, expected to be one of the … . FILE – In this Aug. 2, 2015, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub talks with receiver DaRon Brown during NFL football training camp in St. Joseph, Mo.
Today in History: Jan.
In 1893, the U.S. Postal Service issued its first commemorative stamp to honor the World’s Columbian Expedition and the quadricentennial of Christopher Columbus’ voyage. In 1921, religious services were broadcast on radio for the first time as KDKA in Pittsburgh aired the regular Sunday service of the city’s Calvary Episcopal Church.
Today in History: Jan.
In 1893, the U.S. Postal Service issued its first commemorative stamp to honor the World’s Columbian Expedition and the quadricentennial of Christopher Columbus’ voyage. In 1921, religious services were broadcast on radio for the first time as KDKA in Pittsburgh aired the regular Sunday service of the city’s Calvary Episcopal Church.
Cleveland Browns Secure First Pick in NFL Draft
Los Angeles residents woke up to the new year with an oddly altered landmark.The iconic Hollywood sign, a cultural landmark since its creation in 1923, … –A manhunt is underway in Turkey for a gunman who went on a rampage inside a crowded Istanbul nightclub during New Year’s Eve celebrations early Sunday morning, ki… 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.
A News Quiz for 2017
6) In 2017, WikiLeaks will release d. face a very serious challenge by a popular and wealthy Republican congressman from Texas.
Progress and struggles reflect in top race headlines of 2016
Of the many events marking the closing year of Barack Obama’s time as the nation’s first black president, none had deeper resonance than his opening of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture on the National Mall. Tracing the history of black America from its dark beginnings in human bondage to Obama’s historic election, the museum has already welcomed more than 600,000 visitors.
Progress and struggles reflect in top race headlines of 2016
Of the many events marking the closing year of Barack Obama’s time as the nation’s first black president, none had deeper resonance than his opening of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture on the National Mall. Tracing the history of black America from its dark beginnings in human bondage to Obama’s historic election, the museum has already welcomed more than 600,000 visitors.
Dayton Not Ready To Declare Twin Metals Copper Mine Dead Yet
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Letter bomber sues Justice Dept. over transfer to Israeli prison
This undated photo shows M. T. Mehdi , president of the American-Arab Relations Committee, holding a picture of Alex Odeh, who was killed by a letter bomb in 1985. Manning was suspected of sending the bomb.
Lee Benson: Thanks, 2016, for reminding us that odds are meant to be broken
What a year. The one nobody saw coming. The year of the long shot. The year the law of averages took a thrashing.
Amid the big headlines in 2016, 1 story trumped them all
Donald Trump surprised the nation by winning the White House, a victory made possible in part by becoming the first Republican presidential candidate to win Pennsylvania since 1988. The businessman edged Democrat Hillary Clinton by about 44,000 votes with help from rural and exurban precincts that saw more than 80 percent turnout.
9 Non-Fiction Books To Give As Presents This Year
Off-Duty Vegas Officer Shot at Robber; Suspect Arrested Las Vegas police are investigating an officer-involved shooting after a robbery suspect allegedly fought with an off-duty officer who fired his weapon during the scuffle at an animal hospital. Protest Outside Nevada’s Electoral College Vote About 40 protesters gathered outside the Nevada Capitol to express their opposition to President-elect Donald Trump.
With long memories, Crusaders make short work of Vikings
It was no surprise that when the teams met Monday, Village Christian wanted to send a clear message it had not forgotten that loss. As if on cue, Village Christian went on a 20-0 run in the first half that put the game away early and the Crusaders cruised to a 66-39 win at Kennedy to reach the semifinals of the San Fernando Valley Invitational.
The college bowl explains why Hillary Clinton lost
The excuses for why Hillary lost are many, but like in football, if you fumble on your opponent’s two-yard line, maybe you don’t deserve to win. Consider the University of Michigan vs. The Ohio State University football game Thanksgiving weekend, pitting number 2 against number 3 in Columbus.
Fired Bradley regrets not sticking around to see Jaguars win
The Jaguars lost and Bradley was fired after the game. . Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston.
Janikowski, Raiders Beat Bolts 19-16 to Earn Playoff Berth
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