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Othello Demo sees high action Wednesday
OTHELLO — The Othello Demolition Derby was held Wednesday night at the Adams County Fairgrounds. Throughout the co…
Brees says he 'completely missed the mark' in flag comments
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees apologized Thursday for comments that were “insensitive and completely missed the mark” when he reiterated his opposition to Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling during the national anthem in 2…
Editorial Roundup: New York
Recent editorials of statewide and national interest from New York’s newspapers:
Bayern's Kimmich less emotional but calmer in fan-free games
The changed routines and rhythms around matches have been startling for Joshua Kimmich.
AP source: NBA Board of Governors approves 22-team format in major step to league restarting its virus-delayed season
NEW YORK (AP) — AP source: NBA Board of Governors approves 22-team format in major step to league restarting its virus-delayed season.
NFL coaches allowed to return to team facilities on Friday
Coaches will be allowed to return beginning Friday to NFL team facilities closed because of the coronavirus pandemic as the league continues preparation for training camps and its season.
Retired officer, ex-college athlete among victims of unrest
One man was a retired St. Louis police captain checking on his friend's shop. Another was the beloved owner of a Louisville barbecue restaurant who provided free meals to officers. Yet another was a man known as “M…
OBJ a "model guy" during Browns' virtual offseason program
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. practiced his own version of social distancing during his first offseason with the Browns. This year, the flashy receiver's been as close as possible.
Hawaii lineman faces charges of violating virus quarantine
HONOLULU (AP) — A University of Hawaii football player was among those arrested on suspicion of violating a 14-day quarantine imposed on travelers to control the spread of the coronavirus, officials said.
Japan's soccer federation announces new women's pro league
Japan’s soccer federation has announced a new professional women’s league that will begin play next year.
Broncos coach apologizes after suggesting NFL free of racism
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Denver Broncos coach Vic Fangio is apologizing for suggesting discrimination and racism aren’t problems in the NFL.
Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
Fans find a way to be part of Portuguese league's return
VILA NOVA DE FAMALICAO, Portugal (AP) — Fans found a way not to be left out as the Portuguese league resumed in empty stadiums on Wednesday, with leader Porto losing 2-1 at Famalicao.
MLB rejects 114-game schedule, threatens plan of about 50
NEW YORK (AP) — If Major League Baseball and its players take the field for a coronanvirus-delayed 2020 season, it will be after acrimonious negotiations that resemble their labor war of a generation ago.
The Latest: OSU linebacker tests positive following protest
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Oregon State dismisses player after racist chat surfaces
CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — Oregon State has dismissed a tight end after a recording surfaced of the player making racist and bigoted comments some three years ago.