Columbus, OH

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Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee, Hezly Rivera, Jordan Chiles, and Jade Carey clinched the gold medal in the team final

U.S. women’s gymnastics team win the gold medal during the 2024 Olympics

Lexington, KY

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American fencers Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs made Olympic history — both on their own and together — at the women's individual foil fencing event on Sunday. Kiefer, 30, from Lexington, K.Y., took gold in foil for a second Olympics in a row after defeating Scruggs 15-6. The win made Kiefer the first American woman to earn two Olympic gold medals in individual foil.

US fencers Kiefer and Scruggs take gold and silver in women's individual foil

NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. For more of our coverage from the games head to our latest updates. Ilona Maher is hard to miss. The U.S. women’s rugby sevens center has emerged as one of the stars of this year’s Olympic Games, whether she’s charging down the pitch in red lipstick or goofing around on TikTok with her teammates.

With her signature stiff arm and red lip, Ilona Maher rules Olympic rugby and TikTok

Gainesville, FL

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Former Florida Gators star Kieran Smith was a late substitution for Team USA and ended up swimming the fastest leg.

Former Gator Kieran Smith Medals as Late Substitution in USA Relay Team

New York City, NY

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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

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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

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

102.5 The Bone

PARIS — In Part I of the head-to-head duel that could define a broader battle for swimming supremacy here at the 2024 Olympics, Australia’s Kaylee McKeown edged Team USA’s Regan Smith to win gold in the women’s 100-meter backstroke on Tuesday. McKeown, the former world record...

2024 Olympics: Australia's Kaylee McKeown edges USA's Regan Smith to win gold in 100m backstroke

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Medal table | Olympic schedule |How to watch | Olympic news. Day 3 of the Paris Olympics featured two of the biggest stars in tennis facing one another yet again, the first game for the USA women's basketball team amid soaring popularity for the sport, the USA men's and women's swimming teams collecting several medals, and a return to the podium for a U.S. men's gymnastics for only the third time since 1984.

2024 Paris Olympics results from Day 3: Team USA wins medals in swimming and men's gymnastics, and U.S. women's basketball debuts

NANTERRE, France — As Torri Huske touched the wall of the pool on Sunday night in the Olympics women's 100-meter butterfly race, she could see that she had won. But she didn't yet believe it. "You can kind of see out of the corner of your eye, but you...

Torri Huske missed a medal by 1/100th of a second in Tokyo. On Sunday, she won gold

The U.S. men's gymnastics team medaled for the first time in 16 years following the conclusion of six events at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Monday (July 29). The Americans held off Great Britain and Ukraine to take bronze with a combined score of 257.793, trailing only Japan at 259.594 and China at 259.062. Pommel horse specialist Stephen Ndeoroscik closed out the U.S. men's rotation to earn a score of 14.866 and edging Great Britain's total score of 255.527 and Ukraine's 254.761.

USA Men's Gymnastics Medals For First Time In 16 Years

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?

Vermont State

A group of residents wade through floodwaters in Lyndon on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Heavy rainfall caused serious flash flooding in the early morning hours in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, washing out roads and requiring swift water rescues. Officials are urging residents to be extremely cautious. "As long as your house...

Parts of Northeast Kingdom hit by flash flooding

USA TODAY

The U.S. relay of Luke Hobson, Carson Foster, Drew Kibler and Kieran Smith finished 1.35 seconds behind Britain in the 4x200 free relay.

USA men's 4x200 relay races to silver to cap night of 4 medals

Illini legend Jordyn Poulter is back on Team USA, aiming for Olympic gold in the volleyball tournament that kicks off with a match against China on Monday morning in Paris. Poulter, 26, won a gold medal in Tokyo in 2020 (held in 2021). The Team USA schedule includes games against...

Illinois Volleyball Star Jordyn Poulter Competes for Gold at Paris Olympics

ClutchPoints

Team USA’s women’s basketball team dominated Japan 102-76 in their Paris Olympic opener at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Monday. Despite a lackluster outside shooting night, the U.S. women leaned heavily on their interior game to secure the victory. The American team, led by WNBA MVPs A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart, showcased their dominance in the paint […]
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A’ja Wilson reveals Team USA’s ‘punishing’ strategy after Olympic win over Japan

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

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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

Great Britain's Alex Yee wins sensational Olympic triathlon gold after Beth Potter battles to bronze in the women's race at Paris 2024.

GB's Yee wins triathlon gold after thrilling sprint

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

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

Minnesota State

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

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The once-mighty U.S. swim team sinks in early Olympic races, winning only two gold

NANTERRE, France — When American swimmer Lilly King easily won a preliminary heat of the women's 100 meter breaststroke at the aquatic center here, she appeared...

The once-mighty U.S. swim team sinks in early Olympic races, winning only two gold

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