Atlanta, GA

ATLANTA – Second round play at the Tour Championship resumed at 6:50 p.m. ET following a suspension for dangerous weather that lasted an hour and 35 minutes. The day’s final group was on the 16th hole and eight players, including leader Scottie Scheffler, who stands four clear of the field at 19 under, have to complete their rounds.

Play resumes Friday evening in Round 2 of the Tour Championship

ATLANTA – Sahith Theegala wasn’t 100% sure he’d brushed the sand on his back swing from a bunker on the third hole Sunday at the Tour Championship and a video review of the incident was inconclusive. But even with that uncertainty, he was fine with the outcome — a two-stroke penalty for violating Rule 12.1.

Sahith Theegala calls penalty on self, loses two strokes at Tour Championship

ATLANTA — Scottie Scheffler put on another clinic from tee-to-green at East Lake on Friday for a 5-under 66 and a four-shot lead at the Tour Championship that didn’t seem as big as it looked. Collin Morikawa and Xander Schauffele had something to do with that. In a...

Scottie Scheffler still leads but advantage trimmed at Tour Championship

Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

Ann Arbor, MI

Fresno, CA

It’s Fresno State vs No. 9 Michigan this Saturday night on NBC and Peacock as the two schools meet for the first time in program history. Live coverage begins at 7:00 PM with B1G College Countdown. See below for additional information on how to watch and live stream the game.

How to watch Fresno State vs Michigan college football: TV, live stream info, start time for Saturday matchup

An emotional Chase Briscoe reacts to his win in the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out Southern 500, which delivered on a promise he made last week to Richard Boswell of Stewart-Haas Racing.

Briscoe emotional after winning for Boswell, SHR

“One of the all-time seasons for Scottie Scheffler!” – Dan Hicks on FedExCup and TOUR Champion Scottie Scheffler. “I think the guys are wondering, ‘How do you beat him?’ That was the same kind of factor that Tiger Woods had when he was at his peak.” – Kevin Kisner on Scheffler.

NOTES AND QUOTES – SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER WINS THE 2024 TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP AND FEDEXCUP ON NBC AND PEACOCK

Darlington, SC

Watch highlights from the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, the final race of the regular season.

HLs: NASCAR Cup Series, Cook Out Southern 500

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Akeena

After serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 25 years, Canyon restaurant has officially closed its doors, making way for a new culinary experience. The beloved dining spot, known for its Southwestern flavors and loyal following, will be replaced by Daniel’s, a steakhouse from the Miami-based Gioia Hospitality Group.

Beloved Florida Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 25 Years, Steakhouse Set to Move In

Earlier this summer, DirecTV showed up regularly in the news because of the Sunday Ticket antitrust trial against the NFL. Now, DirecTV returns to the headlines, due to its negotiations with Disney. The deal between DirecTV and the various Disney-owned networks (including ABC and ESPN) has expired. Absent a new...

Disney, DirecTV move toward deadline for new deal

Columbus, OH

Akron, OH

The quest to determine if the Ohio State Buckeyes are the best team money can buy begins Saturday in Columbus when the Akron Zips visit Ohio Stadium. This is more of a dress rehearsal for Ohio State but make no mistake, with rumors circulating that Ryan Day’s roster cost upwards of $20 million, expectations are sky high for the Buckeyes.

Akron vs. Ohio State Best bets: Odds, predictions, recent stats, and trends for August 31

Martin Truex Jr's Cup Series playoff hopes take a massive hit after losing the handle of his No. 19 and crashing with Ryan Blaney at Darlington.

Truex wrecks early at Darlington: 'All my fault'

The NFL last played regular-season games on Labor Day weekend in 2001, when the L in the logo still had a squiggly line. It’s just a matter of time before the NFL reclaims the turf it abandoned 23 years ago. It’s inevitable. If/when (when) the NFL adds an 18th...

Get ready for the NFL to invade Labor Day weekend

Georgia State

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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

Colorado State

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Wyoming State

Buffalo, WY

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The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

No, it wasn’t a shot-tracking mistake. Matt Baldwin, a 38-year-old Englishman who plays on the DP World Tour, really did hit an 8-yard drive on Thursday at the Betfred British Masters. Let him explain, though. The bizarre tee shot happened on The Belfry’s 438-yard, par-4 fourth hole, which features...

DP World Tour pro hits tee shot 8 yards, sideways; let him explain

The carriage dispute between DirecTV and Disney has resulted in the removal of (among other networks) ESPN and ABC from the lineup. It means no U.S. Open tennis and no LSU vs. USC on Sunday night. In eight days, it mean no Jets at 49ers for Week 1 of Monday Night Football.

ESPN, ABC disappear from DirecTV

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.

DeanLand

Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

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2024 Tour Championship prize money: How the $100 million was paid out at East Lake

The Tour Championship offered up a $100 million bonus pool to the field of 30. Scottie Scheffler won...

2024 Tour Championship prize money: How the $100 million was paid out at East Lake

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