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August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Keibert Ruiz starts career with HR, Dodgers sweep Angels 8-3

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Keibert Ruiz took his first swing in the big leagues and watched his drive sail down the right field line. His Los Angeles Dodgers teammates reacted with a joyous collective scream while the ball ricocheted around the stands beyond right field.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Islanders outlast Capitals in OT to take 3-0 series lead

TORONTO (AP) — Mathew Barzal scored 4:28 into overtime, lifting the New York Islanders to a 2-1 win over the Washington Capitals in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Sunday.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

White Sox hit 4 consecutive homers in victory over Cardinals

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox tied a major league record with four consecutive home runs, all against Roel Ramirez in his major league debut, and went on to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2 on Sunday.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Somalia forces end rebel siege of Mogadishu hotel; 15 killed

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Somalia's security forces on Sunday ended a nearly five-hour siege by Islamic extremists at a beachside hotel in Somalia's capital, said police and a government spokesman.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

The Ultimate Recovery: Cycles of pain anchor Biden's moment

WASHINGTON (AP) — A young lawyer bounds across a parking lot in New Castle, Delaware, a blur of long sideburns, wide lapels and self-assurance. He throws open a door to a beauty salon, and the ladies inside whoop with surprise. It’s clear from the grainy footage that the stylists don’t know this 29-year-old candidate – yet.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

ID Lottery

BOISE, Idaho (AP) _ These Idaho lotteries were drawn Saturday:

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Editorial Roundup: New England

Recent editorials of regional and national interest from New England’s newspapers:

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

AP News Digest 6 p.m.

Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan at

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Islanders beat Capitals 2-1 in OT, take 3-0 lead in series

TORONTO (AP) — Mathew Barzal slipped behind the defense, swooped in front of the net and beat Braden Holtby with a backhand that put the 2018 Stanley Cup champions on the brink of another early exit.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Arcia, Hiura power Brewers over Cubs 6-5

CHICAGO (AP) — Keston Hiura and Orlando Arcia homered, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 6-5 on Sunday for their third straight win against the NL Central leaders.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Hart shuts out Canadiens in Flyers' 1-0 Game 3 victory

TORONTO (AP) — Carter Hart played like the franchise goalie the Philadelphia Flyers needed to earn a piece of playoff history.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Democrats in conservative SC now see opportunity for gains

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — There's an unusual feeling emerging among Democrats in South Carolina: energy.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

OR Lottery

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) _ These Oregon lotteries were drawn Saturday:

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

'Do something': Harris' rapid rise driven by call to action

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Hours before

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Winning numbers drawn in 'Powerball' game

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the "Powerball" game were:

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Heeding mom, Tennessee lawmaker helped women gain the vote

One hundred years ago this month, women in the United States were guaranteed the right to vote with ratification of the 19th Amendment — secured by a 24-year-old Tennessee legislator's decisive vote, cast at the bidding of his mother.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

As the NBA playoffs begin, here are 10 things to know

The NBA playoff pool is deeper than ever this season.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Leader of Belarus rejects calls to rerun presidential vote

MINSK, Belarus (AP) — The embattled president of Belarus tried to put on a show of strength Sunday, holding a rally with tens of thousands of supporters and rejecting any possibility of repeating the vote that gave him a sixth term. But opponents countered with a far larger demonstration that attracted as many as 200,000 people.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Sevilla beats Man United 2-1 to reach Europa League final

COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Manchester United made it an unwanted hat trick of semifinal defeats this season after losing 2-1 in the Europa League to Sevilla on Sunday.

August 17, 2020 12:03 a.m.

California heat spurs 1st rolling power outages since 2001

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California on Friday ordered rolling power outages for the first time since 2001 as a statewide heat wave strained its electrical system.