Boston, MA

Breakaway On SI

Despite an arrest for alleged assault and battery, former Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic hopes to continue his NHL career.

Former Bruins Forward Eying NHL Comeback After Legal Troubles

South Bend, IN

Sports Illustrated

A majority of the returning 2024-25 team is believed to have placed bets.

Sources: Notre Dame Suspends Men’s Swimming Program One Year After Gambling Investigation

Elmira, NY

The Mirror US

Notre Dame's men's swimming program has been suspended for at least one academic year after it was discovered some athletes bet on their sport and others, violating NCAA rules

Notre Dame bans its entire swimming team after elaborate betting pool discovered

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Tampa, FL

The Tampa Bay Lightning are beginning a multi-stage sale process.

Lightning Working on Sale Worth Nearly $2 Billion

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Miami, FL

Fayetteville, AR

Baseball fans may know the name "Monte Harrison." Now college football fans will get to know him, too.

28-Year-Old Ex-MLB Player Ready to Start College Football Career at SEC School

Minneapolis, MN

Athlon Sports

One-quarter of the top-100 list was made up by Big Ten players.

Gophers' Ersery rated as a top-100 college football player in 2024

Wyoming State

WyoFile

A Virginia man is demanding a political action committee stop using his photograph to promote a Wyoming legislative candidate of the same name — or face legal action. Make Liberty Win, a Virginia-based PAC , has been sending text messages and mailers to Wyoming voters, and knocking on doors in support of various legislative candidates, but has failed to provide accurate information. Many of the candidates the PAC is supporting are either members of, or ideologically aligned with, the hard-line Wyoming Freedom Caucus.

Cease and desist: Virginia man threatens legal action after group uses his photo to portray Wyoming candidate

Belmont, CA

UPI News

The Notre Dame men's swimming program has been suspended from competition for a year following an investigation that revealed concerns regarding gambling and culture, the school's athletic director said Thursday.

'Gambling culture' sinks Notre Dame men's swim team

Kansas State

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Missouri State

CJ Coombs

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Ann Arbor, MI

FanSided

One of the reasons Michigan football has dominated the Big Ten and lost just three games over the past three seasons is the offensive line. It's not fancy but as former head coach Jim Harbaugh said during the NFL draft, the offensive line is a weapon and if you know how to use it, it works as well as any.

Signs point to Michigan football offensive line being elite again

Georgia State

The Current GA

Advanced Placement African American studies will be offered in Georgia high schools with state funding, Superintendent Richard Woods said Tuesday, but some members of both political parties are still wondering why there was ever any question.

Georgia schools chief reverses African American studies ‘mistake’

Florida A&M, Ball State and South Florida each have several preseason All-Conference players the Miami football team will have to game plan for in 2024. FAMU will be one of the better FCS teams Miami has played, Ball State is from the MAC who Miami has frequently played in non-conference and USF reignites an in-state rivalry.

Miami non-Power 4 opponents with preseason all-conference players

102.5 The Bone

The 2024 college football season is almost here. As Week 1 of the season quickly approaches at the end of August, here are 10 of the biggest storylines ahead of a season of serious change in college football. There are now four power conferences. It may take the month of...

10 biggest storylines for the 2024 college football season

Ames, IA

Brock Purdy, now the star quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, transformed Iowa State's football program during his college years. Starting as a third-string freshman, he showcased exceptional talent and leadership, culminating in a successful tenure that included 30 wins and a Fiesta Bowl championship. His rise in the NFL mirrors his college journey, marked by significant early challenges but underscored by determination and athletic skill. Purdy's ability to lead under pressure and inspire teammates established a winning culture at Iowa State, changing the program's trajectory.

Brock Purdy: From Iowa State Underdog to NFL Star.

Los Angeles, CA

Arizona and UCLA men's basketball programs have agreed to a multi-year series that begins on December 14, 2024. The teams will compete three times over the next four years, starting at Footprint Center in Phoenix, followed by matchups in Las Vegas in 2025 and Los Angeles in 2027. Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd emphasized the historical significance of the rivalry and the excitement surrounding these games. Tickets for the December matchup will go on sale on August 14 at 10 AM PT. This series builds on ongoing partnerships aimed at enhancing college basketball events.

Arizona, UCLA Set for Exciting Multi-Year Basketball Rivalry

Saint Louis, MO

Upper management of the Edmonton Oilers wanted their top prospects extended, but then-GM Ken Holland never made the deals.

Oilers Could Have Avoided Offer Sheets

Notre Dame, IN

Four Notre Dame football players have made it onto USA Today's 2024 Preseason All-America teams. Graduate defensive lineman Howard Cross III received first-team honors, while junior cornerback Benjamin Morrison, senior safety Xavier Watts, and graduate kick returner Jayden Harrison were recognized with second-team selections. Watts previously earned first-team All-American status in 2023, showcasing the strength of Notre Dame's defense. This recognition emphasizes the talent among Irish athletes heading into the upcoming season.

Four Irish players appear on USA Today All-American teams

Oregon State

Stanford, CA

Stanford will face Oregon to begin the 2024 season in the San Jose Tip-Off on December 21

Stanford basketball is scheduled for San Jose Tip-Off game against Oregon on December 21

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New Lawsuit Against NCAA Could Open Door to CHL Players

A new lawsuit against the NCAA could open up the door for CHL players to begin playing college...

New Lawsuit Against NCAA Could Open Door to CHL Players

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