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Here are the storylines and players to know going into this weekend in the USL Championship. This weekend in the USL Championship is highlighted by an interconference clash where the pressure is on both sides to deliver, a potentially decisive game in the race for the first silverware of the season, and a clash between two current Eastern Conference playoff contenders.

The Weekend: Pressure rising, and the potential Players’ Shield decider

The Columbus Crew have signed defender Malte Amundsen to a contract extension through 2027, the club announced Thursday. Amundsen is in his second season with Columbus and his fourth MLS season after featuring for New York City FC from 2021-22. The 26-year-old Denmark native has 4g/11a over 102 regular-season appearances.

Columbus Crew sign Malte Amundsen to contract extension

San Diego, CA

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Landon Donovan is back in the spotlight, though this time, it’s in a role that might seem a little unexpected but carries a nearly mythical weight. The San Diego Wave FC, currently in rough waters, has turned to the biggest name in American soccer to salvage a season that feels like it's slipping away. Yep, the same Landon Donovan who put US soccer on the global map now shoulders the hopes of a team in crisis.

Landon Donovan takes the helm at San Diego Wave FC

New York City, NY

Saturday night promises to be electrifying at Lower.com Field, where the Columbus Crew are set to face a New York City FC side that has been erratic, to say the least. If, on the one hand, the Crew go into the game on the back of a winning streak that defies all logic, on the other, NYCFC seem to be going through a rollercoaster of emotions and results in the Leagues Cup. And here, my friends, only the strongest will survive.

Columbus Crew wants to make history and NYCFC could be the next victim in the Leagues Cup

Los Angeles, CA

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Former child star Dana Hill died at only 32 years old on July 15, 1996. Like many former child stars, Hill had talent, and a promising life and career that ended all too soon. She was born Dana Lynne Goetz on May 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, and she passed with a Hollywood name in Burbank, California.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Dana Hill ('National Lampoon's European Vacation'): 3 Decades Later

Dallas, TX

The Dallas Mavericks are coming into the 2024-25 campaign with a roster that looks better than it did at the end of last season. Shams Charania even praised the team for an incredible offseason, especially after the addition of Klay Thompson, whom he said would fit "perfectly" as the three-man during an appearance on the OGs Show.

Klay Thompson already receiving overwhelming doubt as a Maverick

New Orleans, LA

Over the past few days at training camp, New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been missing. Earlier in the offseason, one might have guessed an absence to mean Kamara wants a new contract. Even though he's set to be paid a nice chunk of change this coming season and is in the middle of a 5-year, $75 million deal, the 29-year-old believes he's worth more.

Saints' RB plans a complete dumpster fire after Alvin Kamara update

World number two Gauff, who carried the flag for the US Olympic team in Paris, had beaten her Kazakh opponent in all three previous meetings. Gauff, who won last year's US Open for her first Grand Slam title, won at Cincinnati last year, becoming the event's youngest champion at age 19.

Defending champion Gauff upset in WTA Cincinnati opener

Kansas City, MO

It seemed like it was only a matter of time until Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid would start to lose patience with Kadarius Toney. The former NY Giants first-round pick was traded to Kansas City in 2022 and he just can't stay on the field. Toney has dealt...

Chiefs HC Andy Reid appears fed up with former Giants first-round bust

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Los Angeles County, CA

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Ohio State

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

Chicago Med’s newest doctor has officially reported for duty!. This fall, NBC’s hit medical drama will be undergoing yet another round of cast shakeups that will see beloved characters leading and new faces entering the mix at Gaffney Chicago Medical Center. Among the new doctors fans will be meeting in season 10 is pediatric resident Dr. John Frost, set to be played by Never Have I Ever star Darren Barnet.

Darren Barnet checks into Chicago Med in new behind-the-scenes video

Denver, CO

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Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

San Francisco, CA

The Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a unique position. They're waiting to see whether the San Francisco 49ers finalize their reportedly agreed-upon trade for star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk or re-sign him. Nonetheless, regardless of how the Aiyuk situation shakes out, the Steelers ostensibly have their mind made up about...

Steelers about to make a huge George Pickens mistake thanks to Brandon Aiyuk

Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Phillies have been tinkering with their roster a lot lately due to injuries and slumping players. However, the major league team hasn’t been the only club making moves in recent weeks. Their Triple-A affiliate, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, has joined the fray. On Monday, the IronPigs executed...

One-time Phillies bullpen hero becomes a casualty of mass Triple-A roster cuts

Georgetown, KY

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Mark Pope could land his first big splash in the 2025 class.

2025 Top In-State Prospect to Announce Decision on Friday

We might not be getting Jesse Lee Soffer back on Chicago PD in the fall, but thanks to CBS fans can once again look forward to having Soffer back in primetime! Earlier this summer, Soffer officially joined the cast of CBS’s hit drama FBI: International, stepping in as the new face of the series following the departure of Luke Kleintank after two seasons as the lead of the show.

Chicago PD's Jesse Lee Soffer shares first look at his FBI: International character

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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FC Cincinnati plays high stakes with million-dollar bid for 19-year-old Swedish defender to bolster defense

FC Cincinnati are putting all their money on Malcolm Jeng, a young Swedish defender aged just 19 who currently plays for Sirius in the Swedish league...

FC Cincinnati plays high stakes with million-dollar bid for 19-year-old Swedish defender to bolster defense

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