Louisville, KY

Columbus, OH

Good morning, WNBA fans! Wednesday night featured a double-header — and for real this time, as the Mercury and Dream faced off at 7:30pm ET, and the Aces-Lynx shortly after, at 9:30pm ET on ESPN. First, here were the results of Wednesday’s slate:. The Atlanta Dream (10-17) beat...

Wednesday’s top WNBA performers: Courtney Williams cooks Kelsey Plum, Napheesa Collier dominates

Iowa State

Chicago, IL

Shine My Crown

Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky rookie, made WNBA history by becoming the fastest player to achieve 20 double-doubles in a single season. Reese’s record-breaking performance came just hours after Caitlin Clark also made headlines, highlighting the intense rivalry between the two standout rookies. Despite the Sky’s loss on Sunday,...

Angel Reese Sets WNBA Record for Fastest 20 Double-Doubles in a Single Season

Storrs, CT

Women's Fastbreak On SI

The UConn Huskies' 2024-25 non-conference schedule is turning a lot of heads.

UConn Basketball Fans in Agreement Over 2024-25 Schedule Release

FanSided

Here's everything you need to know from the WNBA post-Olympics, in this week's WNBA Wraparound. Caitlin Clark surpasses the WNBA record for assists in a rookie season: The rookie sensation has been thriving in her debut WNBA season, and this latest record felt like a passing of the torch. As she breezed past her 225th assist of the season, Clark overcame the previous record held by Ticha Penicheiro. Clark averages 8.3 assists per game with the Indiana Fever, showing off her power as a playmaker. Another interesting fact about this record is that back in Penicheiro's rookie season, the WNBA only played 30 games a year. Clark surpassed the record before the 30-game mark.

WNBA Wraparound: Clark continues to break records, the Lexie Hull Game, and the Liberty dominate

Athlon Sports

NFL legend and ESPN analyst Shannon Sharpe recently went on his podcast "Nightcap" with co-host Chad Johnson, where he shared his opinion of Caitlin Clark's talent level in the WNBA.  Clark was fresh off leading the Indiana Fever to a 92-75 victory over the Seattle Storm. The rookie posted 23 ...

Shannon Sharpe Reveals Why WNBA Players Don't Like Caitlin Clark

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

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

The Mirror US

DiJonai Carrington expressed disappointment in the WNBA's promotion efforts after a historic game at TD Garden wasn't nationally televised, but streamed on social media platform X

DiJonai Carrington raises big issue with WNBA over 'historic' game

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Tampa, FL

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

Boston, MA

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WNBA star DiJonai Carrington, the talented and fiery guard for the Connecticut Sun, is disgusted with the league and media for not showcasing the first-ever sellout of a WNBA game at an NBA arena in Boston. The Sun prevailed against the Los Angeles Sparks, a thrilling come-from-behind victory, 69-61, after...

WNBA’s Connecticut Sun played in a sold-out NBA arena, but 1 baller is angry

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

CBS Boston

BOSTON -- History will be made Tuesday night in Boston, when the Connecticut Sun host the Los Angeles Sparks in the first-ever WNBA game at TD Garden. Both teams will take the floor in front of a sellout crowd at the Garden, which will be the biggest home crowd ever for a Connecticut Sun "home" game."I've been to Celtics games and seen it full. We just haven't experienced that, so it will be fun and special," Connecticut guard DiJonai Carrington said after the team's morning shootaround. "I know it's going to be rocking here.""We've been here to watch the Celtics...

WNBA set to take over TD Garden in front of sellout crowd

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

The Kentucky Secretary of State on Friday announced 14,502 Kentuckians registered to vote in July. “Kentuckians are signing up to vote in big numbers, because they trust the integrity of our elections,” said Secretary of State Michael Adams.

Kentucky voter registrations increased by more than 14,500 in July, the most since 2022

Denver, CO

David Heitz

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Tuesday's contest featuring the Connecticut Sun and Los Angeles Sparks featured multiple momentous occurrences. The game between the Sun and Sparks took place in TD Garden, home of the NBA's Boston Celtics. It was the first-ever WNBA clash held in the renowned venue, which is indisputably a massive milestone. However, that isn't the only noteworthy news from Connecticut's 69-61 victory over Los Angeles.

DeWanna Bonner’s shocking exit from starting lineup was actually show of great leadership

Follow along here at Beyond Women’s Sports for the weekly attendance updates in the WNBA. The numbers reported below are up to and including all games through August 18. The league remains at 12 teams for 2024 but will expand in 2025 with the Golden State Valkyries. Additionally, the WNBA recently announced they will expand again, this time to Toronto for the 2026 season.

WNBA Attendance Report (August 18 Update)

It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has seen a multitude of remarkable talents grace its courts since its inception in 1997. Among these talents, the ability to set up teammates and orchestrate plays stands out as one of the most valuable skills a player can possess. This article takes a closer look at the WNBA’s all-time assist leaders, showcasing the athletes whose court vision and playmaking have left an indelible mark on the league.

WNBA All-Time Assist Leaders: A Legacy of Court Vision and Playmaking

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Matchups and Tip-Off Times Announced for 2024 Jimmy V Men’s and Women’s Classic Presented by Corona®

Four Way-Too-Early Top 25 Teams Featured Across Jimmy V Men’s and Women’s Classic. Men’s Doubleheader to Feature Miami vs. Tennessee and Michigan vs. Arkansas on Dec....

Matchups and Tip-Off Times Announced for 2024 Jimmy V Men’s and Women’s Classic Presented by Corona®

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