Saint Petersburg, FL

Baltimore, MD

For a second time this season, Craig Kimbrel has lost his role as the Baltimore Orioles‘ go-to closer. The future Hall of Famer is in a slump on the mound and it’s costing his team. Kimbrel talked with reporters after giving up a winning RBI sacrifice fly to...

Orioles’ Craig Kimbrel Responds After Loss to Rays

Houston, TX

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Here's the latest on injured Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander, according to manager Joe Espada.

Houston Astros Ace Gets Big News on Possible Return to Big Leagues

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

North Carolina State

Winston-salem, NC

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A North Carolina restaurant serves fried chicken in a “spicy, savory” sauce — and fans can’t get enough. So much so, the restaurant now ranks as the state’s No. 1 place to eat fried chicken.

Best fried chicken in North Carolina is at this restaurant, Yelp says. Why it’s No. 1

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

There’s no shortage of great pass catchers who’ve donned the blue and white “NY.” With the New York Giants about to embark on the their 100th season, it feels customary to name drop the team’s most historic figures at the wide out position. Frank Gifford, Earnest Gray, Amani Toomer, Plaxico Burress, and Odell Beckham Jr all come to mind. Oddly enough, the latter has a connection with the guy Giant fans expect to join that list — No. 6 overall pick Malik Nabers.

Malik Nabers Shares Odd Connection to Legendary Giants Wideout

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Emily Standley Allard

If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

Cincinnati, OH

The second Masters-1000 event before the US Open takes place in Cincinnati. Unsurprisingly, there is a very strong ATP entry list for the tournament. Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz and 2021 US Open winner Daniil Medvedev are among the top men’s players set to be in action. However, three ATP players have decided to withdraw from the Cincinnati Open. This article names those who have withdrawn and then lists their four replacements in the draw.

Four ATP Players Withdraw From Cincinnati Open

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')

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?

Denver, CO

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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

Texas State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a dog named Blazer who is looking for his forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, Blazer has had quite a journey. “Blazer was one of 7 dogs ‘saved’ by another rescue down in Texas and when he was just a young puppy. Then, he was abandoned by this ‘rescue’ and left in a boarding kennel for 9 months. He is now a little over a year old, and 55lbs.” Thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. for stepping in to help Blazer, he is now on the path to finding a family to love him.

Meet The Sweet Dog Abandoned At Texas Kennel For Months Now Looking For Love In Massachusetts

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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

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Framber Valdez followed up his no-hit bid with 5 2/3 strong innings, and the AL West-leading Houston Astros won their six straight game by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1 on Monday night. Alex Bregman and Yainer Diaz homered for the Astros, who lead...

Valdez follows up no-hit bid with 5 2/3 strong innings as AL West-leading Astros beat Rays 6-1

Milwaukee, WI

The narrative of Marquette Golden Eagles men’s basketball is rich with tradition and success. It’s a saga that unfolds in the heart of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Known for their spirited play and strong coaching lineage, the Golden Eagles have consistently been a beacon of excellence in the competitive landscape of college basketball. Over the decades, Marquette basketball has participated in numerous NCAA tournaments. Furthermore, the Golden Eagles even claimed a national championship in 1977.

Marquette Basketball: Golden Eagles All-Time Starting 5

Washington, DC

On Sunday night, the Washington Nationals announced that they were calling up infielder Andres Chaparro, according to sources. Chaparro was acquired at the trade deadline from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for reliever Dylan Floro. Nationals Call Up Andres Chaparro For Major League Debut. The Nationals will select the contract...

Nationals Call Up Infielder Acquired At Trade Deadline

Carlson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles. Carlson will hit the bench after he had started in each of the Rays' last four games while going 3-for-13 with a home run and a pair of walks. Though he hasn't quite moved into a full-time role in the Tampa Bay outfield just yet, Carlson seems to be pushing the struggling Jose Siri for a regular spot. Siri will man center field Sunday, but he had been out of the lineup for two of the past three games, with the Rays facing right-handed starters on both occasions.

Rays' Dylan Carlson: Taking seat Sunday

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Tampa, FL

Ruskin, FL

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Rays Promote Highly Touted Prospect to Make Season Debut

Following their series-opening loss to the Houston Astros, the Tampa Bay Rays are expected to promote top prospect Junior Caminero for his highly anticipated season debut...

Rays Promote Highly Touted Prospect to Make Season Debut

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