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Grindy, Warriors power past Liberty Christian for 2-0 start
COULEE CITY — The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (2-0) are off to a hot start this season after earning their sec…
The late Don Banks wins football writers' service award
Don Banks, whose 36-year sports writing career included more than 16 years at Sports Illustrated’s website, has been selected as the Dick McCann Award winner by the Professional Football Writers of America.
The Latest: COVID-19 cases surge in Florida
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NBA, NBPA say sparking social change will be goal of restart
NEW YORK (AP) — The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association said Wednesday that dealing with racial matters will be a shared goal during the resumed season.
UConn eliminates four sports in COVID-19 related budget cuts
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut decided to eliminate four athletic teams as it deals with an expected budget deficit driven by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Knicks hire Wesley as executive VP, seek July coach decision
NEW YORK (AP) — William Wesley, known for his connections throughout basketball, has joined the New York Knicks as executive vice president/senior basketball adviser.
Redskins removing ex-owner Marshall from Ring of Fame
The Washington Redskins are removing former owner George Preston Marshall from their Ring of Fame and striking all references to him on their website.
Man City's Aguero says knee surgery 'went well'
BARCELONA (AP) — Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero underwent surgery on his left knee in Barcelona on Wednesday and said the operation “went well,” although it remains unclear whether he'll play again this seas…
The Latest: SC candidate in US House race tests positive
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Knicks hire William Wesley as executive vice president
NEW YORK (AP) — William Wesley, known for his connections throughout basketball, has joined the New York Knicks as executive vice president/senior basketball adviser.
AP source: Rockies star Blackmon tests positive for virus
All-Star outfielder Charlie Blackmon of the Colorado Rockies has become the first Major League Baseball player known to have tested positive for the coronavirus.
The Latest: Americas behind new virus clusters in Spain
MADRID — Imported coronavirus cases from the Americas are behind a series of new clusters in Spain.
The Latest: Belgium to allow pools to reopen next month
BRUSSELS — Theaters, cinemas and swimming pools in Belgium can reopen next month, the latest easing of the country's coronavirus lockdown.
The Latest: 9 virus cases linked to Japanese karaoke bar
TOKYO — A city in northern Japan has reported new coronavirus cases in nine people linked to the same karaoke bar and advised the elderly to refrain from karaoke singing.
Filing: Victims deserve ex-quarterback's concussion funds
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Multiple individuals defrauded in a scheme perpetrated by an ex-Ohio State and NFL quarterback and his accomplice should receive money from the former player's share of a national concussion s…