Columbus, OH

Dana White released undefeated fighter Muhammad Mokaev, even after he won his fight against Manel Kape in the early prelims of UFC 304. The Russian fighter, who kept his undefeated streak intact, may not have secured a contract renewal with the UFC. White also hinted at what might come next for Mokaev, claiming that the PFL may sign an undefeated fighter. Meanwhile, fans reacted with discomfort and expressed concern about the news.

“Dark Day For UFC”- Fans Outraged After Dana White Releases Undefeated Fighter Muhammad Mokaev

Las Vegas, NV

Mayra Bueno Silva is in trouble with Nevada State Athletic Commission ... again. The No. 6-ranked women’s bantamweight contender was instructed to remain inside the Octagon after her UFC 303 loss to Macy Chiasson in Las Vegas — but ignored the order and jumped the fence anyway. “Sheetara”...

Pay up! UFC fighter who jumped cage to confront Dana White just got pinched by NSAC

Hamdy Abdelwahab just received another drug suspension. On Wednesday, UFC’s anti-doping program announced Abdelwahab has accepted a six-month sanction for exogenous testosterone relating to multiple samples taken this year. Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) revealed Abdelwahab failed three separate tests this year on March 23, May 3, and May 23....

Hamdy Abdelwahab accepts 6-month sanction for failed drug test

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Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland didn’t mince words in expressing his views on the...

Sean Strickland blames “Political wokeness” for Summer Olympics boxing controversy

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The antitrust lawsuit filed against the UFC by a group of former fighters isn’t over yet.
On Tuesday, Judge Richard Boulware of the U.S. District Court of Nevada rejected a $355 million settlement proposal for the Johnson vs. Zuffa and Le vs. Zuffa cases and set a tentative trial date of Oct. 28 for the latter, online documents show. MMA journalist John Nash was first to report news of Boulware’s ruling.
A written order from Boulware is expected to follow. A status conference is scheduled for Aug. 19, when the parties will meet with Boulware and solidify dates.

In March, the plaintiffs and...

Judge denies $335 million UFC antitrust lawsuit settlement; trial set for October

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Logan Paul caused quite a stir on Thursday after taking to Twitter to refer to a female Olympic boxer as a man. Paul, who will be defending the WWE United States Championship against LA Knight at SummerSlam 2024 in Cleveland on Saturday, took to Twitter to criticize Olympic boxer Imane Khelif’s 46-second win over Angela Carini by calling her a “man” fighting a woman.

Logan Paul Posts Retraction After Calling Female Olympic Boxer A Man

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

Los Angeles, CA

Terence Crawford chases a fourth title this weekend. The pound-for-pound great moves up to 154 pounds to take on WBA super welterweight champion Israil Madrimov in the main event of a loaded boxing card at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. Crawford (40-0, 31 KOs) looks to add Madrimov’s belt to a list of achievements that includes title reigns at lightweight, light welterweight, and welterweight.

Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov fight card

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

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

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

It’s going to be quite a week for the Godinez family. On Saturday, Loopy Godinez faces off against Mackenzie Dern in a battle of top-10 ranked strawweights, and then exactly six days later, her sister Ana Godinez represents Canada when she competes at 62kg in women’s freestyle wrestling.

Loopy Godinez prepares for UFC fight with sister Ana Godinez wrestling in the Olympics 6 days later

Nashville, TN

The PFL 7 weigh-in video features all 20 fighters set to compete on Friday’s card at Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. In the main event, heavyweights Denis Goltsov and Tim Johnson have to hit the 265-pound limit (plus a one-pound allowance) for a non-title fight. In the co-main...

PFL 7 weigh-in video

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Dana White’s UFC has been sued countless times over the years, but the recent antitrust lawsuit surely takes the cake for the most taxing one. The UFC had hoped to settle the case outside the court for a whopping $335 million. However, their legal battle just got extended to another round.

UFC’s $335M Offer Knocked Out As Judge Sides With Fighters In Antitrust Lawsuit

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Nevada State

UFC light heavyweight Khalil Rountree Jr. will have to wait at least another month to reach a resolution on his suspension from the Nevada Athletic Commission after he tested positive for a banned substance prior to his scheduled bout at UFC 303 in June. On Tuesday, the commission voted unanimously...

Khalil Rountree Jr. remains suspended by Nevada Athletic Commission after failed drug test

Camden, NJ

Cornelius, NC

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CAMDEN, N.J. – Lisa Smith, 61, of Cornelius, North Carolina, has admitted to her role in a fraudulent scheme involving over $3.5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that Smith pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court on July 17, 2024, to a charge of bank fraud conspiracy.

Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.5M COVID Relief Scam

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UFC ‘obviously disagree’ with judge denying antitrust lawsuit settlement, fighter attorney issues statement

UFC and the fighters involved in a pair of antitrust lawsuits reached a settlement agreement that seemingly shut the door on any potential trial, but that...

UFC ‘obviously disagree’ with judge denying antitrust lawsuit settlement, fighter attorney issues statement

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