Las Vegas, NV

Columbus, OH

Until his demise in a helicopter crash in 2020, Kobe Bryant was among some of the highest-earning retired NBA players of all time. He was among the most outstanding NBA stars ever to play, thanks to a series of decisions, his brilliant skills, grit, dedication to the game, and the numbers he garnered.

Despite his $600M net worth, Kobe Bryant cut off financial assistance to his siblings. Here is why

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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	This could see the end of teams using music from hometown rappers on social media in the future.

The NBA’s 76ers, Hawks, Knicks, And More Were Sued For Using Music From Hometown Artists Like Meek Mill, Migos, Jay-Z, And Cardi B

Virginia State

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Salt Lake City, UT

As NBA free agency has slowed down to a crawl this summer, one star player that is getting mentioned more than others in terms of potentially getting traded before the start of next season is forward Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz. The Jazz seem to have come to terms...

Brian Windhorst Says 1 NBA Team Is ‘Up To Something’

Denver, CO

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The Denver Nuggets signed former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook to a two-year $6.8 million contract Friday afternoon. The nine-time all-star will be 36 this season and is still seeking his first NBA championship. Joining the Denver Nuggets gives him a great opportunity to achieve this feat.

Denver Nuggets Sign Russell Westbrook to 2-Year Deal

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	Omar Raja will continue his dual role as a behind-the-scenes decision-maker as well as an on-screen voice for ESPN’s growing social media team under a recently signed, multiyear contract.Sporticast 366: Athletes Are Revolutionizing  Olympics Coverage




	Financial details of the deal were not made public.




	Raja previously founded House of Highlights as a college student in 2014, which was acquired by Bleacher Report in 2016. Raja joined ESPN in 2020 and has since helped the TV sports superpower extend its reach on new social media platforms.




	ESPN’s official accounts now boast more than 125 million combined followers across X, Instagram and TikTok, where...

ESPN Signs Social Media Star Omar Raja to Multiyear Extension

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	Vanessa Bryant shared a message mourning her father-in-law Joe “Jellybean” Bryant following his tragic death. Taking to Instagram stories on Tuesday (July 16), the 42-year-old wrote a message in white text over a solid black background. Nike Kobe 5 Protro "X-Ray" Finally Receives Official On Foot Look




	“Sending our condolences upon hearing the news of my father in law’s passing,” read the statement. “We hoped things would’ve been different. Although the times we spent together were few, he was always sweet and nice to be around. Kobe loved him very much. Our prayers go out to the family.”




	The relationship between Kobe...

Vanessa Bryant Speaks Out After Father-In-Law Joe “Jellybean” Bryant’s Death

The Morning Hustle

It's not over yet for TNT and the NBA. The main broadcast partner of the NBA for the last decade is suing the league after losing media rights in a new deal.

Warner Bros. Discovery Sues NBA After Losing Out On Media Rights Deal

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition


				













	Attorneys for former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden filed a petition with the Supreme Court of Nevada late Monday evening in the Pacific time zone for what amounts to “instant replay” of his recent defeat in court to the NFL. Copa América Final Ticketing Chaos Triggers Several Lawsuits 




	Gruden, 60, seeks an en banc reconsideration, which, if granted, would mean all seven justices on the Court will review his case.




	Gruden sued the NFL in 2021 claiming that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell or someone on the commissioner’s behalf tortiously interfered with his Raiders employment contract. Gruden accuses Goodell of leaking to The Wall Street...

Gruden Throws Hail Mary to Save Case Against NFL, Goodell

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When one looks at the debate of who is the greatest player in the history of the NBA, two main names come up: Michael Jordan and LeBron James. While the majority of people still give Jordan the nod, James has been gaining more support in this debate over the years.

Shams Charania strongly implies that Kobe Bryant was his G.O.A.T.

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

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David Heitz

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

Boston, MA

Miami, FL

BasketballNetwork.net

Iggy thinks that Riley’s constant desire to win led him to call out Butler.

"Pat doesn't believe in tanking, he doesn't believe in rebuilding" - Andre Iguodala explains why Pat Riley lashed out at Jimmy Butler

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The Utah Jazz have found themselves in an interesting spot this offseason. On one hand, they could try to build themselves into a playoff contender around Lauri Markkanen and make a run in the Western Conference. On the other hand, though, they could trade Markkanen and try to rebuild their roster to make themselves a title contender rather than just a playoff contender.

NBA rumors: Jazz's 'likely' Lauri Markkanen scenario involves Cooper Flagg

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant did not play in Team USA’s opening exhibition games due to an injury, but he returned to the lineup for their opening group stage game of the Olympics and put on a show. Durant was arguably the best player on the court during Team USA’s 110-84 win against Serbia and […]
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Dwyane Wade drops ultimate praise for ‘living legend’ Kevin Durant

Henderson, NV

North Las Vegas, NV

Nellis Air Force Base, NV

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Marc Lasry, David Blitzer Among New Investors in Sphere-Like Cosm


				













	Cosm, a movie theater-type venue for watching sports and other entertainment, has raised $250 million in a fundraising round that includes billionaire sports investors Marc Lasry,...

Marc Lasry, David Blitzer Among New Investors in Sphere-Like Cosm

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