Saratoga Springs, NY

While Cogburn will have to wait an additional week to run in the $300,000 Troy Stakes (G2T), in one sense the task will be easier due to a defection. The Troy was re-drawn Aug. 4 and placed on the Aug. 10 card at Saratoga Race Course after heavy overnight rain forced the Aug. 3 graded turf sprint stakes to be postponed.

Cogburn Loses Main Rival in Spa's Redrawn Troy Stakes

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y.–The easy thing would be to blame the racetrack. Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert wasn't going to do that the day after his National Treasure (Quality Road) finished a non-threatening sixth in Saturday's $1 million GI Whitney Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. National Treasure, who had...

Saratoga Notebook, Presented By NYRA Bets: Baffert Says National Treasure Just Didn't Feel Like Running in Whitney

Following his lackluster effort in the $1 million Whitney Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 3, National Treasure was doing well Aug. 4. "He broke well. (Jockey Flavien) Prat said he went about 50 yards and he wasn't into the bit," trainer Bob Baffert said. "He just didn't bring his A game, that happens."

Plans Undecided as National Treasure Exits Whitney

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Louisiana State

Louisiana, MO

Blue Star Racing's stallion Breaking Lucky was euthanized Aug. 3 due to complications from colic. The 12-year-old son of Lookin at Lucky had a five-year stallion career that included Florida and Louisiana. In 2024, he was the top second-crop sire by winners in Louisiana and the southwest region. "Our entire...

Louisiana Stallion Breaking Lucky Euthanized

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?

New York City, NY

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

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

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Kentucky State

Indianapolis, IN

(Demolisher wins Governor’s Handicap at Horseshoe Indianapolis / Photos by Coady Media) From the Horseshoe Indianapolis Media Team / Tammy Knox:. Demolisher brings down the field in Governor’s Handicap at Horseshoe Indianapolis. SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (Wednesday, July 31, 2024) —Trainer Cipriano Contreras and Jockey Manny Esquivel have been unstoppable...

Notes & Quotes From Horseshoe Indianapolis’ Governor’s Handicap: Demolisher

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

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

Dr. Miranda gives her Whitney Stakes (G1) exacta picks & plays from the 2024 running at Saratoga Race Course. Tell us YOUR Saratoga exacta picks in the Comments!. Don’t miss out on all of Dr. Miranda’s exacta picks & plays from across the country!. Get Dr. Miranda’s Exacta...

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Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

South Carolina State

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

Denver, CO

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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

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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

Del Mar, CA

In every one of Adare Manor 's nine previous wins, she either set or prompted the pace, but in the Grade 1 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes presented by Oak Tree Racing Association Aug. 3 at Del Mar, she proved she doesn't require everything to go her own way. Instead, she overcame traffic trouble and triumphed over a very tough shipper in Scylla to get the victory.

Adare Manor Repeats in Clement Hirsch Stakes, Punches Ticket to Breeders' Cup Distaff

Illinois State

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

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Mill Ridge Offers Half Sister to Dam of Seize the Grey

Seize the Grey took the Thoroughbred ownership experience by storm when the son of Arrogate clinched wins in the Pat Day Mile (G2) and two weeks...

Mill Ridge Offers Half Sister to Dam of Seize the Grey

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