Indianapolis, IN

Austin Prock dominated qualifying at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis, recording a leading time of 3.855 seconds at 328.38 mph. He outperformed Blake Alexander, who held the top spot on Friday. Brittany Force in Top Fuel, Greg Anderson in Pro Stock, and John Hall in Pro Stock Motorcycle also secured provisional No. 1 positions. Prock aims for his 10th No. 1 qualifier of the season during the weekend's final sessions.

Austin Prock Claims Top Spot at NHRA U.S. Nationals Qualifying

Justin Ashley secured his fourth victory in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge by defeating Ida Zetterstrom in the Top Fuel final at the Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park during the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals. J.R. Todd (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock), and John Hall (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also claimed victory in their respective categories in the final Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge of the season.

ASHLEY, TODD, GLENN AND HALL TAKE HOME FINAL MISSION FOODS #2FAST2TASTY CROWNS

News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the third day of professional qualifying at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. With a significant improvement in weather conditions from Saturday to Sunday, it was nearly a given that there would be a significant improvement in performances during Q4, and for the most part, the Pro Stock Motorcycle class delivered.

Sunday News & Notes from the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been over four decades since the demise of beloved actor Milburn Stone, best known as Dr. Galen "Doc" Adams on TV's Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975). The Emmy-winning Stone died of a heart attack in La Jolla, CA on June 12, 1980. This is his life story.

In Memory of Milburn Stone ('Doc' from TV's 'Gunsmoke'): 44 Years After His Fatal Heart Attack

Georgia State

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Crisp County, GA

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On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

Iowa State

Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

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Despite a sixth-place finish in Sunday's Southern 500 and an 11th-place standing in the NASCAR Cup Series regular-season standings, Chris Buescher will not compete for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series championship. 2024 marks the fourth time in five years that Buescher has missed the playoffs since taking over the No. 17 car for RFK Racing in 2020. However, Buescher's solid body of work in 2024 — including near wins at Kansas and Darlington in May — had the driver understandably fired up about missing the postseason, leading to a quote that seemed to have some vitriol behind it regarding NASCAR's playoff system. "Didn't...

Chris Buescher has scathing words about NASCAR's playoff format after missing postseason

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Denver, CO

Aurora, CO

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Aurora, Colo. -- Angry Aurorans on social media poked fun at the local news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Mike Coffman, Aurora mayor, posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It contradicted comments made by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, who told the New York Post the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated? Denver media criticized

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Tyler Reddick Wins NASCAR Regular Season: Tyler Reddick‘s victory for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Regular Season Championship, clinching the title from Kyle Larson. Reddick’s ability to maintain a strong finish at the Southern 500, despite Larson’s dominance in leading laps, highlights a season marked by tactical consistency. As the playoffs approach, the implications of this finish extend beyond mere accolades—both drivers face critical challenges ahead. What tactics will they employ to navigate the heightened stakes of the postseason?

Tyler Reddick Wins NASCAR Regular Season Crown in Nail-Biting Finish Against Kyle Larson

Hyndman, PA

Drake Troutman seemingly didn’t have a minute to himself ahead of Friday’s Labor Day 55 Classic at Bedford Speedway. Right before the drivers’ meeting, the 19-year-old hastily worked to make sure every nut and bolt had been buttoned up on his new No. 58v Viper-Big Frog Motorsports race machine as he tightened screws on the nosepiece with a battery-powered drill so its flushed across the race car’s body. | RaceWire.

Drake Troutman Dives Into New Deal With Viper-Big Frog Motorsports

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Darlington, SC

DARLINGTON, S.C. — Christopher Bell survived a near-disaster with Cole Custer on the first lap of overtime and held on to win Saturday’s Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a Hero 200 over Custer and snakebit Sheldon Creed. During a green-flag run that started on lap 97 of 150,...

Christopher Bell wins NASCAR Xfinity race at Darlington in overtime dash

Wyoming State

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Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and Rep. Harriet Hageman handily staved off Republican challengers in Tuesday’s primary election. The Associated Press called the race at 8 p.m.

Barrasso, Hageman handily defeat Republican challengers

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Funny Car’s Austin Prock moved into the No. 1 position on Saturday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, taking over the provisional top spot at the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals. Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and John Hall (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are also the...

Prock, Force, Anderson, Hall move to the top at NHRA US Nationals

Atlanta, GA

Two men, Alvin Demar and Joshua Carter, have been sentenced to federal prison for trafficking firearms, with some later recovered at crime scenes across multiple states and Canada. A third man, Jamal Plunkett, was sentenced for possessing one of these trafficked weapons.

Georgia Men Sentenced in Multi-State Firearms Trafficking Operation Tied to Violent Crime

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has revealed they are still looking for a forever home for an adorable six to seven-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains, "We have received so many applications for identical but much younger Frenchie, Lillian, but no one for Joannie yet."

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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2024 NHRA U.S. NATIONALS - FUNNY CAR NOTEBOOK

SATURDAY NOTEBOOK - PROCK GETS THE TOP SPOT AS THE CALLOUTS ARE DETERMINED. Austin Prock, the Top Fuel driver turned Funny Car pilot, continued his reign...

2024 NHRA U.S. NATIONALS - FUNNY CAR NOTEBOOK

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