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August 26, 2020 7:27 p.m.

Perez homer carries AL East-leading Rays past Orioles 4-3

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Michael Perez hit a go-ahead solo homer in the eighth inning and the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Wednesday night.

August 26, 2020 7:03 p.m.

The Latest: Louisiana governor closes part of Interstate 10

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August 26, 2020 7:03 p.m.

Nola bounces back, leads Phillies to 3-2 win over Nationals

WASHINGTON (AP) — Aaron Nola bounced back from the shortest outing of his career to throw seven strong innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies took advantage of the Washington Nationals’ sloppy outfield defense to rally for a 3-2 victory on Wednesday night.

August 26, 2020 6:27 p.m.

AP News in Brief at 9:04 p.m. EDT

Laura gains strength, could bring 'unsurvivable' storm surge

August 26, 2020 6:27 p.m.

Freeman's 2-run HR lifts Braves to sweep of slumping Yankees

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have renewed hopes their starting pitching can carry them through the second half of a shortened season.

August 26, 2020 6:27 p.m.

The Latest: At least 150 people stay in low-lying parish

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August 26, 2020 6:03 p.m.

Typhoon barrels into N. Korea after causing damage in South

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A typhoon that grazed South Korea, ripping off roofs and knocking out power to more than 1,600 households, made landfall in North Korea early Thursday. South Korean authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties, and North Korea has not reported any damages.

August 26, 2020 6:03 p.m.

The Latest: Meteorologist says storm may become Category 5

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August 26, 2020 5:03 p.m.

The Latest: Arkansas declares emergency ahead of Laura

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August 26, 2020 4:03 p.m.

Opponents try to strip medical marijuana measure off ballot

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Opponents of a ballot measure to legalize medical marijuana asked Nebraska's top election official Wednesday to reject the proposal before it goes to voters, just as he did with a proposal

August 26, 2020 4:03 p.m.

The Latest: White House officials track path of hurricane

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August 26, 2020 3:27 p.m.

The Latest: Louisiana mobilizes National Guard before Laura

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August 26, 2020 2:30 p.m.

White Sox hit 4 more homers, rip Pirates 10-3

CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu homered again, Dallas Keuchel followed Lucas Giolito’s no-hitter with six dominant innings, and the surging Chicago White Sox pounded the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-3 on Wednesday for their ninth win in 10 games.

August 26, 2020 2:30 p.m.

More blowout profits from tech companies push S&P 500 higher

More blowout profit reports from big tech companies pushed the S&P 500 to an all-time high Wednesday.

August 26, 2020 2:06 p.m.

Minnesota Democrats seek ethics investigation of Hagedorn

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The head of the Democratic Party in Minnesota denounced Republican U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn on Wednesday for heavy spending on taxpayer-financed mailings to his constituents and called for the House Ethics Committee to investigate.

August 26, 2020 2:06 p.m.

Zay Jones trying to crack Raiders' deep receiver rotation

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Las Vegas wide receiver Zay Jones has become known for a levitating move that brings him to his feet after a reception, a highlight reel-quality feat that has mystified fans and teammates during the first four years of his career.

August 26, 2020 1:27 p.m.

Lyon reaches 5th straight women's Champions League final

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Spain (AP) — Lyon reached the final of the women's Champions League for the fifth straight time Wednesday after Wendie Renard scored with a 67th-minute header to secure a 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

August 26, 2020 12:03 p.m.

Jaguars create executive position to push for social justice

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have created an executive position to lead the organization's social responsibility mission.

August 26, 2020 11:27 a.m.

Maguire files appeal and set for retrial, says Man United

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has filed an appeal against his conviction for assault and attempted bribery of a police officer, and will get a retrial, the Premier League club said Wednesday.

August 26, 2020 11:03 a.m.

Ravens hope Jackson and upgraded D lead to Super Bowl run

BALTIMORE RAVENS (14-3)