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Team USA defeated Serbia with Stephen Curry putting on a clinic in Abu Dhabi as both teams gear up for Paris 2024.

Team USA vs. Serbia: Live score, updates from Olympics tuneup

Lautaro Martínez’s goal in the 112th minute shattered Colombia’s hopes on Sunday, July 14th at the final Copa América match. A blanket of silence fell over the nation as they processed the defeat and pondered the events that transpired. President Gustavo Petro had preemptively declared Monday, July 15, as a Civic Day to celebrate the national team’s efforts, regardless of the final outcome. Despite the loss, the day remains a tribute to the team’s hard work and dedication, as stated by the Presidency.

Despite Second Place in Copa América, Colombian National Team Rejects Parade Celebration

The United States Women's National Team look to regain their supremacy when the 2024 Summer Olympics women's soccer tournament begins on July 25, one day prior to the Opening Ceremony in Paris. The U.S. won the gold medal in four of the first five Olympic competitions but failed to earn a spot on the podium in Rio in 2016 and settled for bronze in the 2020 Tokyo Games. The Americans reside in Group B along with 2016 gold medal winner Germany, while reigning Olympic champion Canada are members of Group A.

2024 Olympics women's soccer futures odds, best bets: Esteemed insider reveals picks to win, teams to avoid

Fox News

Ramón Jesurún, the president of the Colombian Football Federation and vice president of CONMEBOL, the governing body of Copa América, was arrested after the Colombia-Argentina final.

Colombia soccer president Ramón Jesurún arrested after allegedly fighting security at Copa América final

On Sunday, fans barraged through the gates at Hard Rock Stadium to watch Argentina face Colombia. Videos and images surfaced of barricades falling at the entrances to the stadium concourse. Additionally, there were swaths of people waiting to get into the stadium as organizers locked entrances to maintain control. That did not stop people from climbing over walls or sneaking through air ducts to get into the arena.

Report: Conmebol sold more tickets than seats for Miami final

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

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

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

NBC News

Lionel Messi faced calls on Wednesday to apologize for racist chants made by Argentina’s players after they won the Copa America. An Argentinean government official said Messi, who is the team captain, and the president of the country’s soccer federation, Claudio Tapia, should apologize after a video was shared on social media showing members of Argentina’s triumphant squad singing a racist chant about French players with African heritage.

Lionel Messi asked to apologize for Argentina players' racist chant

California State

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

The Mirror US

Argentina's players were filmed singing a racist and transphobic chant as they celebrated their Copa America win, with France's Football Federation now taking legal action against the South Americans

France files complaint over Argentina players’ ‘racist chant’ during Copa America celebration

Summer of Soccer Tournaments Most Watched in U.S. English Language Television History. A Star is Born with Lamine Yamal as Spain’s UEFA EURO 2024™ Victory on FOX Scores 6,430,000 Viewers Becoming Most Watched EURO Telecast on Record. Lionel Messi and Argentina’s CONMEBOL Copa America™ Win Surges with 6,019,000...

FOX Sports Shatters Viewership Records for UEFA Euro 2024™ and Conmebol Copa América 2024™

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Chicago, IL

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Los Angeles, CA

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Forward Quinton Byfield has agreed to a five-year, $31.25 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Kings. The Kings announced the deal Monday for Byfield, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NHL draft. The contract runs through the 2028-29 season. The 21-year-old...

Quinton Byfield agrees to a 5-year, $31.25 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Kings

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Jude Bellingham is the youngest global cover star for EA SPORTS FC 25, representing football's future and generating special moments. Bellingham's impressive career achievements with Real Madrid and England make him a deserving cover athlete for EA SPORTS FC 25. The Ultimate Edition features football icons like David Beckham and...

EA SPORTS FC 25 Announced Along with Cover Athlete

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Trenton, NJ

NEW JERSEY - A Costa Rican man residing illegally in the United States was sentenced to 97 months in prison today for laundering over $2 million from wire fraud schemes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Costa Rican Sentenced to 8+ Years for $2M Elderly Fraud Scheme

Argentina was confirmed as the world’s No. 1 team in the FIFA men’s rankings on Thursday, as the national government doubled down on defending the players who celebrated winning the Copa America by singing a racist song targeting No. 2-ranked France. The fallout of the chant sung late...

Argentina Tops FIFA Men's Rankings as Government Hits Back at Critics of Team's Racist France Song

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FIFA awards 2026 World Cup contract for high-end hospitality to NFL specialist On Location

GENEVA (AP) — FIFA picked hospitality provider On Location to run its high-end billion-dollar program for the 2026 World Cup that will see 104 men's games...

FIFA awards 2026 World Cup contract for high-end hospitality to NFL specialist On Location

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