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Two Big 12 Teams Named Pro Football Focus’ Easiest College Football Schedules
In a recent list from Pro Football Focus, two members of the Big 12 Conference wound up on the receiving end of the nation’s easiest schedules. The two Big 12 teams featured on the list were the Cincinnati Bearcats and the Kansas Jayhawks, joined by Iowa, Miami, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, and SMU.
Watch: Tennis player implodes in 'self-destruction,' gives up at end of match
Yoshihito Nishioka had a full-blown meltdown at the end of his second-round match at the Cincinnati Open on Thursday.After going down 3-1 in the third and final set, the 28-year-old launched not one, not two, but three tennis balls into the crowd in a display of fury. Nishioka wasn't done there, smacking another ball into the crowd after opponent Hubert Hurkacz recorded an ace later in the set.The Japanese lefthander was just getting started, racking up multiple code violations for unsportsmanlike conduct and point penalties. Nishioka also was given a code violation for "ball abuse," which resulted in a game penalty. Crazy Game Penalty The third set of Hurkacz vs Nishioka was full of drama... #CincyTennis pic.twitter.com/i0Tar88wxr— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) August 15, 2024 "What's he doing? What is he doing?" the broadcaster asked. "He's completely lost his mind. Self-destruction, if you like."From there, the 52nd-ranked player in the world showed no interest in continuing the contest and appeared to give up on the last few points. Hurkacz finished with a 3-6, 7-6, 6-1 victory.
Budget shortfall could limit housing vouchers in Hamilton County
The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority is facing a budget shortfall that could limit availability of Housing Choice Vouchers (often called Section 8), according to a letter sent to housing providers last month. Officials with CMHA declined an interview with WVXU but answered questions about the shortfall via email. They say...
An Ohioan’s guide to the 2024 Democratic National Convention: Who to know and what to watch
COLUMBUS, Ohio—A month ago, Ohio Democrats’ enthusiasm about the upcoming 2024 Democratic National Convention was decidedly lackluster. President Joe Biden’s poor debate performance in June intensified fears that he would lose in November to Republican Donald Trump, dragging down with him down-ballot Democrats such as U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, who’s in his own fiercely competitive race for reelection this year.
Vance’s Rust Belt-focused nonprofit group to be dissolved after minimal success
Former President Donald Trump’s running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH), is seeking to dissolve a charity he formed after he published his memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, which has since been adapted into a movie. He created two nonprofit groups in 2016 to address problems in his home state of Ohio and other Rust Belt states. The […]
Truth Test: National Democrats launch ads in Ohio’s 9th Congressional District
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The official campaign arm of House Democrats launched its first ads in support of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. 13 Action News reporter Josh Croup puts those claims to the truth test. See previous editions of Truth Testat the link here. The Federal Communications Commission regulates broadcast stations...
Allen County Fair celebrates opening day of 174th season
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The Allen County Fair officially opened to the public on Friday afternoon. The 4-H projects are moved in, and the fairgrounds are ready for 9 days of food, entertainment, and showmanship. At the opening ceremony, Nutrien and several individuals were inducted into the fairgrounds' Walk of Honor to thank them for decades of service and financial support.
Trustees to vote on proposed Miami Township Wawa
** Previous coverage above ** MIAMI TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) — A proposed Wawa convenience store in southern Montgomery County is advancing to the next step. Miami Township Community Development Director Alex Carlson confirmed to 2 NEWS that the Zoning Commission recommended to approve plans for a Wawa Food Market and Gas Station at the northeast […]
Prep roundup: Shawnee boys soccer wins opener
Aug. 16—BOYS SOCCER Shawnee 5, Bluffton 0 Goals scorers for Shawnee included Luke McGuire (2), Coda Miller (2) and Caleb Miller. Miller City 5, Temple Christian 1 Goal scorers for Miller City included Alex Ruck (2), Lukas Klear and Travis Demuth. Alex Patrick scored for Temple Christian. Findlay 2, Wapakoneta 0 Eli Pinion and Ethan Humm scored for Findlay. Ottoville 4, Lincolnview 0 GIRLS ...
Women's volleyball picks up a win at the Racer-Yellow Jacket Classic
LIMA, Ohio - The Maple Leafs women's volleyball team picked up the first GC athletic win of the 2024-25 school year at the Racer-Yellow Jacket Classic. After being swept by the host Northwestern Ohio, the team rebounded with a sweep over Governors State, winning 25-20, 25-18, 25-18. Goshen vs Northwestern Ohio.
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