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Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson was limited in Thursday's practice after reporting tightness in the calf he injured during training camp. Coach Mike Tomlin wouldn't say when Wilson, 35, informed coaches of the tightness but added the quarterback will get further evaluated out of an abundance of caution. "His calf got...

Russell Wilson Limited In Practice Due To Calf Issue

Kansas City, MO

Patrick Mahomes surpassed Len Dawson as the Kansas City Chiefs' all-time career passing leader in the team's win over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night. He is the only active NFL quarterback who leads his franchise in career passing yards. Mahomes passed Dawson on a play that saw him evade...

Patrick Mahomes Becomes Chiefs' All-Time Leader In Passing Yards

Houston, TX

Stefon Diggs is feeling great as he enters his first season with the Houston Texans. Diggs said in a recent interview that he was in the "worst mental space" of his career with the Buffalo Bills last season. The wide receiver was named one of the Texans' captains this week....

Stefon Diggs: Houston Is My Place And It's Amazing

The Los Angeles Chargers list both Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins in the No. 1 slot on the depth chart and offensive coordinator Greg Roman says the team won't overthink things at running back. "We don't overthink that," Roman said. "They're both going to play and whoever's got the hot...

Chargers Will Go With Hot Hand At Running Back

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Baltimore, MD

The Baltimore Ravens were unhappy with officials following Thursday night's 27-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Lamar Jackson said he doesn't believe the officials should have overturned Isaiah Likely's last-second touchdown, which would have pulled the Ravens to within an extra point of tying the game with no time remaining.

Ravens At Odds With Officials After Overturned TD

South Carolina State

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Los Angeles County, CA

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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

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Gainesville, FL

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Big changes are coming to Florida’s home improvement scene as LL Flooring, the company once known as Lumber Liquidators, is shutting down five of its stores across the state. This isn’t just a Florida issue—LL Flooring is going through a massive restructuring nationwide after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, which will affect 94 stores in 31 states.

A home improvement store chain to shut down 5 locations in Florida due to bankruptcy issues

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

The Lynx's Alanna Smith (ankle) will not play on Friday versus the Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Watch the WNBA all season long by signing up for Fubo, Paramount+, Prime Video and WNBA League Pass. Alanna Smith Injury Status: Out. Reported Injury: Ankle. Rep your team with officially licensed WNBA gear!...

Alanna Smith Injury Status & News: Lynx vs. Fever - Sept. 6

Cats of Kansas City

Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

San Francisco, CA

The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a six-year, $151 million extension with Matt Chapman, preventing the third baseman from opting out of his current deal to reach free agency. The deal, which starts in 2025 and replaces the last two years of a three-year, $54 million contract he signed...

Giants, Matt Chapman Agree To Six-Year, $151M Extension

Los Angeles, CA

It's been ten years since the tragic loss of beloved actor Meshach Taylor. He was only 67 years old when he died of cancer in Los Angeles on June 28, 2014. Best known as beloved ex-con Anthony Bouvier on TV's classic sitcom Designing Women (CBS, 1986-1993), Taylor was Emmy nominated for his standout performance. But the actor also appeared in other TV shows and movies. This is his story.

In Memory of TV Star Meshach Taylor ('Designing Women'): 10 Years After His Tragic Death From Cancer

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(MA) Meet Ada Awesome, an adorable little Yorkshire Terrier mix pup who is ready and waiting to curl up in your lap, bed, and life. Ada recently came into Dog Rescue New England's care for unspecified reasons. She is currently living safely in a foster home, but would definitely be much happier living in YOUR home. So what are you waiting for? Time to fill out that application!

This Little Yorkshire Terrier Is Looking For Love

Dak Prescott does not see Sunday's season opener against the Cleveland Browns as some sort of deadline to getting a contract extension finalized with the Dallas Cowboys. "I'd say they're working," Prescott said. "I don't know if that's necessarily the timeline (of getting it done over the weekend). I can't say, 'I'll put a timeline to Todd and Stephen if we don't get this done,' this or that. But I know they're working."

Dak Prescott On New Deal: 'I Know They're Working'

Pat Freiermuth and the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a four-year extension worth up to $48 million. Freiermuth is coming off a disappointing 2023 where he was limited by a hamstring injury. Freiermuth caught 32 balls for 308 yards after finishing 2022 with 732 yards. The Steelers are expected to...

Pat Freiermuth, Steelers Agree To Four-Year, $48M Extension

Dallas, TX

Markieff Morris re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks, sources told Shams Charania of The Athletic. The 34-year-old, who appeared in 26 games last season, is seen a strong veteran leader in the locker room.

Markieff Morris Re-Signs With Mavs

Ivica Zubac's extension with the Los Angeles Clippers includes a 5% trade kicker, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Zubac recently signed a three-year, $58.6 million extension.

Ivica Zubac Extension Includes 5% Trade Kicker

Brandin Cooks is standing up for his quarterback amid criticisms of the Dallas Cowboys signal-caller. Dak Prescott is entering the final year of his contract. The Cowboys are 73-41 with Prescott as a starter in the regular season and he is coming off his third season with at least 4,000 passing yards and 30 passing touchdowns, but they have yet to have success in the playoffs.

Brandin Cooks: Criticism Dak Prescott Receives Is Blasphemy

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

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They're shaped like a potato and tend to bake in hot weather, biologists say. That's why you will find cheeky little pikas in Colorado's mountains. But climate change could cause these critters' numbers to dwindle, according to wildlife experts. Like polar bears, Pikas may predict warmer temperatures, scientists say.

Potato-shaped critter visible now may predict climate change in Colorado

The LA Clippers have signed E.J. Harkless to a training camp contract. Harkless is represented by Harrison Gaines and went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft out of UNLV. In five Summer League games with the Clippers, Harkless averaged 7.6 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 16.3 minutes. In...

E.J. Harkless, Clippers Sign Camp Contract

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NFL To Test Hawk-Eye For Line To Gain In Preseason

The NFL will test Sony's Hawk-Eye technology during some preseason games this year. The system most likely wouldn't be ready for full implementation until next season,...

NFL To Test Hawk-Eye For Line To Gain In Preseason

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