NHL gambles on getting through pandemic outside a bubble

When the NHL charter flight back from the Edmonton bubble landed in New Jersey, Gary Bettman's phone started ringing.

Diong lifts UNLV past Saint Katherine College 95-34

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Cheikh Mbacke Diong had 18 points and 10 rebounds as UNLV easily defeated Saint Katherine College 95-34 on Tuesday.

Evers targets on broadband, fixing unemployment system

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers, in his State of the State speech Tuesday delivered virtually for the first time in state history, called on the Legislature to update Wisconsin's antiquated unemployment payment system and spend nearly $200 million to expand broadband access, two problem areas the coronavirus pandemic laid bare last year.

4 Oregon counties moved back to ‘Extreme Risk’ category

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Four Oregon counties are moving back to the extreme risk category after COVID-19 cases there increased. Gov. Brown said Tuesday that Baker, Clatsop, Coos and Morrow counties will move from high risk to extreme risk.

Iowa governor requests full-time classroom learning option

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said Tuesday night that she will ask lawmakers to immediately send her a bill to sign into law that would require schools to offer parents the option of having their children in classrooms full time despite continuing high levels of coronavirus throughout Iowa.

Virginia's Capitol Square to close on annual lobbying day

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Amid reports of possible armed protests at state capitals across the country, Virginia officials plan to close Capitol Square in Richmond to the public Monday, an annual day for constituents to lobby lawmakers.

Nebraska lawmakers may bar media from closed-door meetings

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A decades-old rule designed to promote transparency and accountability in the Nebraska Legislature could be in jeopardy under a proposal presented Tuesday to a committee of state lawmakers.

What now? Steelers face uncertain future after quick exit

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers left no doubt last spring.

Tigers avoid arbitration with Fulmer, reach 1-year deal

DETROIT (AP) — Right-hander Michael Fulmer and the Detroit Tigers agreed Tuesday to a $3.1 million, one-year contract that avoided arbitration.

MLS still waiting to hear from players on new CBA proposal

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber said Tuesday that the MLS Players Association hasn't responded yet to the league’s proposed changes to the collective bargaining agreement.

Tennessee hires Kevin Steele as defensive assistant coach

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee coach Jeremy Pruitt has hired Kevin Steele as a defensive assistant coach, bringing him back to the program where the former Auburn defensive coordinator started his coaching career.

US will require all arriving passengers to get COVID-19 test

NEW YORK (AP) — Anyone flying to the U.S. will soon need to show proof of a negative test for COVID-19, health officials announced Tuesday.

Lee scores 15 to carry Northern Illinois over Akron 67-65

DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Justin Lee had 15 points and 11 rebounds and Darius Beane made a go-ahead jumper with six seconds left to help Northern Illinois beat Akron 67-65 on Tuesday.

CNN has best ratings day ever for Capitol attack

NEW YORK (AP) — The attack on the U.S. Capitol last week brought more viewers to CNN than any other single day in the network's 40-year history.

Idaho changes vaccine timeline, with more doses now expected

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little said Tuesday that people 65 and over will be able to get the coronavirus vaccine starting Feb. 1.

Republican Rep. John Katko says he'll vote to impeach Trump

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Republican U.S. Rep. John Katko said Tuesday he’ll back the impeachment of President Donald Trump, saying it was his his duty under the Constitution after Trump incited the riot at the U.S. Capitol last week.

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Rapinoe returns to US national team after nearly a year

It was quite a year for Megan Rapinoe. Her book came out, she hosted an HBO special and she got engaged to girlfriend Sue Bird.

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Nets, NBA reviewing Irving's actions after video of party

NEW YORK (AP) — The Brooklyn Nets and the NBA are looking into Kyrie Irving's actions after a video showed the point guard at an indoor family gathering while not wearing a mask.