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Judge says 4 independent and third-party candidates should be kept off Georgia presidential ballots
Read full article: Judge says 4 independent and third-party candidates should be kept off Georgia presidential ballotsA judge says four independent and third-party candidates are ineligible to appear on Georgia’s presidential ballot.
Going local: A new streaming service peeks into news in 2024 election swing states
Read full article: Going local: A new streaming service peeks into news in 2024 election swing statesThey say all politics is local, and starting now people following the presidential campaign have a unique look into how things look on the ground.
Kamala Harris makes an immigration pitch in Arizona as she fights to gain ground in the Sun Belt
Read full article: Kamala Harris makes an immigration pitch in Arizona as she fights to gain ground in the Sun BeltVice President Kamala Harris drew on her prosecutorial background to make her first expansive pitch on immigration to border-state voters as she and her new running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, attracted thousands to a campaign rally in Arizona during their tour of battleground states.
ThunderShirts, dance parties and anxiety meds can help ease dogs’ July Fourth dread
Read full article: ThunderShirts, dance parties and anxiety meds can help ease dogs’ July Fourth dreadMost of the U.S. may be looking forward to July Fourth for dazzling displays of fireworks or setting off firecrackers and poppers with their neighbors.
UConn freshman Stephon Castle declares for NBA draft and becomes school's second one-and-done player
Read full article: UConn freshman Stephon Castle declares for NBA draft and becomes school's second one-and-done playerUConn freshman Stephon Castle has entered his name into the NBA draft, becoming the fifth Husky starter to at least explore moving on after Connecticut’s latest title run.
Before Alabama's biggest basketball game, the insults will be flying
Read full article: Before Alabama's biggest basketball game, the insults will be flyingIn the 15 minutes before Alabama makes its first Final Four appearance in school history, there probably won’t be many warm and fuzzy moments in the locker room.
NC State's Keatts wears tributes to ACC title, Final Four runs with custom add-ons to his shoes
Read full article: NC State's Keatts wears tributes to ACC title, Final Four runs with custom add-ons to his shoesNorth Carolina State coach Kevin Keatts’ shoes say everything about the Wolfpack’s improbable Final Four run.
At Final Four, NC State big man Burns says no, he has no plans on playing football
Read full article: At Final Four, NC State big man Burns says no, he has no plans on playing footballNorth Carolina State big man DJ Burns Jr. sees himself as a center on the basketball court, not a pulling guard on the football field.
After flight delay, defending champion UConn arrives in Arizona for Final Four in middle of night
Read full article: After flight delay, defending champion UConn arrives in Arizona for Final Four in middle of nightDefending national champion UConn finally touched down in Arizona for the Final Four at 3:15 a.m. Thursday after a long delay and a red-eye flight.
Nix closes career with 5 TD passes, No. 8 Oregon rolls over Liberty 45-6 in Fiesta Bowl
Read full article: Nix closes career with 5 TD passes, No. 8 Oregon rolls over Liberty 45-6 in Fiesta BowlBo Nix threw for 363 yards and five touchdowns to cap a recording-breaking career, and No. 8 Oregon closed out a season that started with national title expectations by rolling over No. 18 Liberty 45-6 in the Fiesta Bowl.
McCaffrey scores 3 TDs and 49ers clinch NFC West with 45-29 rout of Cardinals for 6th straight win
Read full article: McCaffrey scores 3 TDs and 49ers clinch NFC West with 45-29 rout of Cardinals for 6th straight winChristian McCaffrey scored three touchdowns, Charvarius Ward had two interceptions, including a pick-6, and the San Francisco 49ers clinched the NFC West while pushing their winning streak to six games with a 45-29 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Arizona QB Kyler Murray activated from PUP list, says he's returning to practice
Read full article: Arizona QB Kyler Murray activated from PUP list, says he's returning to practiceQuarterback Kyler Murray said he’s returning to the practice field on Wednesday for the Arizona Cardinals as he works to come back from a torn ACL in his right knee that he suffered last season.
Giants running back Saquon Barkley has a sprained right ankle, AP source says
Read full article: Giants running back Saquon Barkley has a sprained right ankle, AP source saysNew York Giants running back Saquon Barkley has a sprained right ankle and his status for Thursday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers is uncertain.
Mahomes throws a touchdown pass as Chiefs roll to 38-10 preseason win over the Cardinals
Read full article: Mahomes throws a touchdown pass as Chiefs roll to 38-10 preseason win over the CardinalsPatrick Mahomes saw his first extended action of the preseason, throwing for 105 yards and a touchdown, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Arizona Cardinals 38-10 on Saturday night in the second preseason game for both teams.
NFL response to congresswoman includes call for more federal attention to illegal gambling
Read full article: NFL response to congresswoman includes call for more federal attention to illegal gamblingThe NFL has responded to a Nevada congresswoman’s inquiries about the league’s gambling policies with a detailed letter that includes a call for lawmakers and law enforcement to pay additional attention to illegal gambling and put more resources toward combating it.
Man questioned in Montana after Arizona woman reappears following four years missing
Read full article: Man questioned in Montana after Arizona woman reappears following four years missingA man in Montana was detained and questioned by police as authorities try to piece together the mysterious disappearance and sudden reappearance of Alicia Navarro.
Arizona teen Alicia Navarro missing since 2019 shows up safe at Montana police station
Read full article: Arizona teen Alicia Navarro missing since 2019 shows up safe at Montana police stationAuthorities say an Arizona teenager who disappeared nearly four years ago is safe after walking into a small-town police station in Havre, Montana.
After player input, MLB allows some pitch clock delays
Read full article: After player input, MLB allows some pitch clock delaysMLB has clarified its new rules to allow umpires to delay the start of the pitch clock after swings in which a hitter loses footing or when a pitcher covers first base, third or home.
MLB says Clevinger won't face discipline in investigation
Read full article: MLB says Clevinger won't face discipline in investigationMajor League Baseball says it won't impose any discipline against Chicago White Sox right-hander Mike Clevinger after completing an investigation of domestic abuse allegations.
Hamlin: I meant no religious disrespect for wearing jacket
Read full article: Hamlin: I meant no religious disrespect for wearing jacketBuffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin said Wednesday he never intended to offend anyone for attending the Super Bowl wearing a jacket that critics deemed to feature an offensive depiction of Jesus.
Clevinger reports as MLB probes domestic violence charges
Read full article: Clevinger reports as MLB probes domestic violence chargesMike Clevinger has reported to the Chicago White Sox for spring training, joining his new team amid an ongoing investigation by Major League Baseball into allegations of domestic violence.
NFL takes no breaks as Chiefs' Super Bowl revelry wanes
Read full article: NFL takes no breaks as Chiefs' Super Bowl revelry wanesThe Kansas City Chiefs awoke Monday still reveling in the glow of their second Super Bowl title in a four-year span, while the Philadelphia Eagles were left to lament how close they came to winning another Lombardi Trophy of their own.
Questionable late flag takes drama out of Super Bowl ending
Read full article: Questionable late flag takes drama out of Super Bowl endingA questionable late penalty on Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry with less than two minutes remaining meant that a scintillating Super Bowl 57 had a bit of an underwhelming finish.
Baby bonanza: Chiefs' Allegretti welcomes Super Bowl twins
Read full article: Baby bonanza: Chiefs' Allegretti welcomes Super Bowl twinsChiefs offensive lineman Nick Allegretti’s wife, Christina, gave birth in the early hours Sunday to twin girls back home in Chicago, making it a memorable Super Bowl for him long before kickoff.
NFL lauds preparation when it comes to player safety
Read full article: NFL lauds preparation when it comes to player safetyThe NFL's chief medical officer says the league is prepared for any emergency on game day, whether it's a preseason exhibition or the Super Bowl between Kansas City and Philadelphia on Sunday.
AP source: Michigan's Harbaugh refuses to agree on charge
Read full article: AP source: Michigan's Harbaugh refuses to agree on chargeMichigan coach Jim Harbaugh told NCAA investigators in multiple meetings this week that he will not agree to an unethical conduct charge, according to a person familiar with the situation.
AP source: Panthers owner, Jim Harbaugh discuss coaching job
Read full article: AP source: Panthers owner, Jim Harbaugh discuss coaching jobAccording to a person familiar with the situation, Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper has talked to University of Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh about the team’s head coaching position.
Patriots rally for 27-13 win over Cardinals, Murray hurt
Read full article: Patriots rally for 27-13 win over Cardinals, Murray hurtMac Jones threw for 235 yards, Raekwon McMillan had a crucial fumble return for a touchdown and the New England Patriots earned a 27-13 win on Monday night over the Arizona Cardinals, who lost starting quarterback Kyler Murray in the first quarter to a potentially serious knee injury.
Cardinals' Murray hurts knee vs. Patriots, carted off field
Read full article: Cardinals' Murray hurts knee vs. Patriots, carted off fieldCardinals quarterback Kyler Murray was carted off the field during the team’s first offensive drive after a knee injury Monday night in Arizona’s game against the New England Patriots.
Eagles stay undefeated, hang on to beat Cardinals 20-17
Read full article: Eagles stay undefeated, hang on to beat Cardinals 20-17Jalen Hurts ran for two touchdowns and the Philadelphia Eagles remained the NFL’s only unbeaten team, beating Arizona 20-17 on Sunday after Matt Ammendola’s late field-goal attempt for the Cardinals sailed wide right.
Chiefs' Reid critical of Arizona turf after 2 injuries
Read full article: Chiefs' Reid critical of Arizona turf after 2 injuriesChiefs coach Andy Reid criticized the field inside State Farm Stadium on Tuesday after two Kansas City players slipped on the turf and sustained injuries during their 44-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals last week.
Huntley, Likely shine as Ravens beat Cardinals 24-17
Read full article: Huntley, Likely shine as Ravens beat Cardinals 24-17Rookie tight end Isaiah Likely caught eight passes for 100 yards and a touchdown and the Baltimore Ravens ran their preseason winning streak to 22 games, beating the Arizona Cardinals 24-17 on Sunday night.
Schmaltz gets 2 goals and 5 assists, Coyotes beat Ottawa 8-5
Read full article: Schmaltz gets 2 goals and 5 assists, Coyotes beat Ottawa 8-5Nick Schmaltz scored twice and had five assists for a franchise-record seven points as the Arizona Coyotes recovered from a five-goal Ottawa rally to beat the Senators 8-5.
Seahawks win 38-30 to spoil Cardinals shot at NFC West title
Read full article: Seahawks win 38-30 to spoil Cardinals shot at NFC West titleRussell Wilson threw three touchdown passes, Rashaad Penny ran for 173 yards and a touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks spoiled a shot at the NFC West title for the Arizona Cardinals by beating them 38-30 on Sunday.
Small towns brace for change, prosperity with Ford's arrival
Read full article: Small towns brace for change, prosperity with Ford's arrivalLesa Tard expects to serve up more hot wings and cheeseburgers when the clean energy revolution comes to Stanton, Tennessee, with Ford’s plans to build a factory to produce electric pickups.
Prater's 47-yard FG lifts Cardinals over Cowboys 19-16
Read full article: Prater's 47-yard FG lifts Cardinals over Cowboys 19-16Matt Prater kicked two field goals in the final two minutes, including a 47-yard game winner with no time remaining, to lift the Arizona Cardinals over the Dallas Cowboys 19-16 on Friday night in a preseason game.
Floyd's brother expresses gratitude to Raiders for support
Read full article: Floyd's brother expresses gratitude to Raiders for supportThe brother of George Floyd has thanked the Las Vegas Raiders for their support after owner Mark Davis issued a statement on Twitter that drew backlash following the conviction of a police officer who killed Floyd.
Jaguars sign QB Beathard, setting up potential Minshew trade
Read full article: Jaguars sign QB Beathard, setting up potential Minshew tradeThe Jacksonville Jaguars signed former San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, giving them an experienced backup if they trade Gardner Minshew. Beathard signed a two-year contract with Jacksonville on Wednesday, giving the Jaguars an experienced backup if they trade Gardner Minshew. He started 12 games over four years in San Francisco, throwing for 3,469 yards, with 18 touchdown passes and 13 interceptions. That also makes him a potential trade option, especially with the Jaguars looking to rebuild under Meyer and new general manager Trent Baalke.
Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins
Read full article: Some NFL veterans prosper as business season beginsFILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)As the NFL opened its business year Wednesday, veterans Trent Williams, A.J. The Seahawks addressed another need, agreeing to terms with tight end Gerald Everett on a one-year deal. Ad— Kansas City agreed to a $5 million contract for next season with three-time Pro Bowl guard Kyle Long, who will come out of retirement. — New England brought back center Ted Karras on a one-year, $4 million contract.
Water near Arizona Air Force base is tainted in latest case
Read full article: Water near Arizona Air Force base is tainted in latest caseFILE - In this April 14, 1999, file photo, F-16 Fighting Falcons sit on the tarmac at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, Calif. The U.S. Air Force says it will be distributing bottled water until at least April to thousands of residents and business owners near Luke Air Force Base in suburban Phoenix in the latest case of fire firefighting foam from a military base contaminating a nearby community's water supply. Luke Air Force Base announced this month that studies showed high levels of contaminants had affected drinking water for about 6,000 people in roughly 1,600 homes as well as a few neighboring businesses. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, commander of Luke Air Force Base, said a study showed the chemicals may have affected “supply wells that provide drinking water” to properties nearby. The chemicals also have been discovered around the Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs.
Murray, Hopkins lead Cardinals past Eagles 33-26
Read full article: Murray, Hopkins lead Cardinals past Eagles 33-26He had a lot of good moments, but couldn't lead the Eagles to any points on their last two offensive drives. Murray threw for 264 yards and two touchdowns, while Hurts responded with 177 yards passing and three touchdowns. The Cardinals also missed a great opportunity when Hopkins fumbled at the Eagles 8 after catching a short pass from Murray. The Eagles' second touchdown was set up by Murray's costly fumble at the Arizona 21-yard line. Fitzgerald’s 14-yard catch from Kyler Murray pushed the Cardinals ahead 26-14 late in the second quarter.
49ers to finish season playing home games in Arizona
Read full article: 49ers to finish season playing home games in ArizonaThe Niners will fly to Arizona, where they will practice, live and play their next two games after Santa Clara County imposed a three-week ban on games and practices for contact sports. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)The San Francisco 49ers will finish out the regular season practicing and playing home games in Arizona after a ban on contact sorts in their home county was extended into January. The Niners relocated to Arizona at the beginning of December after Santa Clara County announced a three-week ban on contact sports games and practices to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. And, I think a lot of people are in the same boat.”The 49ers arrived in Arizona on Dec. 2 and began practicing the next day. The team is staying at a hotel near the Arizona Cardinals stadium in Glendale, where they are playing their home games.
Washington leads NFC East after gritty 23-15 win over 49ers
Read full article: Washington leads NFC East after gritty 23-15 win over 49ersRookies Chase Young and Kamren Curl scored defensive touchdowns as Washington grabbed sole possession of first place in the division after a gritty 23-15 win over the San Francisco 49ers. He missed the second half with soreness in his surgically repaired right leg. “We were not clean today offensively,” San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. Dwayne Haskins, the 15th overall pick in the 2019 draft, replaced Smith in the second half. San Francisco: travels to the Dallas Cowboys next Sunday.
Cubs non-tender OFs Kyle Schwarber, Albert Almora Jr.
Read full article: Cubs non-tender OFs Kyle Schwarber, Albert Almora Jr.FILE - In this Friday, March 15, 2019 file photo, Chicago Cubs' Kyle Schwarber bats during a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Glendale, Ariz. Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr. became free agents Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 when the Chicago Cubs declined to offer contracts to two key players from their historic 2016 World Series championship. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)CHICAGO – Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr. became free agents Wednesday when the Chicago Cubs declined to offer contracts to two key players from their historic 2016 World Series championship. While Schwarber, Almora, slugger José Martínez and pitcher Ryan Tepera were non-tendered, the Cubs offered 2021 contracts to infielders Kris Bryant and Javier Báez, catchers Willson Contreras and Victor Caratini, and outfielder Ian Happ. He also played in the 2016 World Series after missing most of the season with a left knee injury. Almora then scored the go-ahead run on Ben Zobrist's double in the Cubs' 8-7 victory over the Indians.
Plenty of reasons for scoring's record-setting pace in NFL
Read full article: Plenty of reasons for scoring's record-setting pace in NFLThe top mark in NFL history through nine weeks was 24 ppg in 2018. That has eliminated the need for silent counts for road teams, making life much easier for offenses. Road teams are 67-65-1 this season, marking the first time since 1983 (68-57-1) that they had a winning record through nine weeks. From 2010-19, home teams outscored road teams by 2.0 points per game. FLAG FOOTBALL: From the crackdown on hits against defenseless receivers to the protections in place for quarterbacks, NFL rules always seem to tilt toward the offense.
Tagovailoa, Dolphins rally for 34-31 win over Cardinals
Read full article: Tagovailoa, Dolphins rally for 34-31 win over CardinalsThe 22-year-old Tagovailoa threw for 248 yards and two touchdowns in just his second NFL start as the Miami Dolphins rallied in the fourth quarter for a 34-31 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. “Tua did his part," Miami coach Brian Flores said. BIG FOOTSanders made a 56-yard field goal as time expired in the second quarter to give the Dolphins a 24-17 halftime lead. We’re trying to do everything we can.”INJURIESDolphins: WR Preston Williams (foot) left the game in the second quarter and didn't return. Cardinals: CB Kevin Peterson left the game early in the second quarter for a concussion evaluation and didn't return.
NHL teams making moves, not waiting for top free agents
Read full article: NHL teams making moves, not waiting for top free agentsThe NHL is embarking on a free agent period like never before in hockey history. A handful of the top free agents are still available, but NHL teams aren't waiting for those big fish to sign to make other moves. Koivu signed for $1.5 million for next season, and they need to re-up top center Pierre-Luc Dubois and other restricted free agents. Teams have to move money, and in order to move money, they might have to move some really good players.”Some good free agents found new homes Saturday. The Buffalo Sabres signed center Cody Eakin to a $4.5 million, two-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal.
Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15
Read full article: Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15Washington (1-1) finally scored a touchdown with 12:20 left in the fourth quarter when Dwayne Haskins hit Terry McLaurin for a 24-yard score. The Cardinals' revamped defense had a big day, holding Washington scoreless until Dustin Hopkins hit a 24-yard field goal late in the third quarter. Murray's pass into coverage was picked off by Landon Collins, giving Washington great field position at the Arizona 19. He was completely alone in the back of the end zone on third down and Murray hit him for the 4-yard score to make it 7-0. ... Washington right guard Brandon Scherff (knee) was hurt just before halftime and gingerly walked off the field with the help of medical staff.
Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draft
Read full article: Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draftFILE - Ohio State cornerback Shaun Wade (24) is shown during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Clemson, Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. Ohio State stars Shaun Wade and Wyatt Davis got tired of waiting for a decision on the football season and chose to opt out and begin preparing for the NFL draft. COLUMBUS, Ohio – With the chances of the Big Ten Conference playing a football season slipping away, two of Ohio State's best players have chosen to opt out and start preparing for the NFL draft. That schedule could set up Big Ten teams to be part of the College Football Playoff. ___Associated Press College Football Writer Ralph D. Russo contributed to this report. ___More AP college football: https://apnews.com/Collegefootball and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25___Follow Mitch Stacy at http://twitter.com/mitchstacy
Former trainer accuses NFL star Antonio Brown of rape
Read full article: Former trainer accuses NFL star Antonio Brown of rapeAntonio Brown of the Oakland Raiders warms up before the NFL preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. MIAMI - New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown has been accused of rape by a former trainer. Britney Taylor says Brown sexually assaulted her on three occasions, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday in the Southern District of Florida. Brown was released by the Oakland Raiders last week after clashing with the team throughout training camp. He agreed to a contract with New England on Saturday, but has yet to play for the Patriots.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers coach Darryl Drake is dead at 62
Read full article: Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers coach Darryl Drake is dead at 62Wide Receivers coach Darryl Drake of the Arizona Cardinals during the NFL game against the New Orleans Saints at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 13, 2015, in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)(CNN) - Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver coach Darryl Drake has died, team officials said Sunday. "Darryl had such an impact on the players he coached and everyone he worked with throughout his entire career," Rooney said. "He was an amazing husband, father and grandfather, and it is difficult to put into words the grief our entire team is going through right now." Drake joined the team in January 2018 after serving as wide receivers coach for the Arizona Cardinals from 2013 to 2017 and the Chicago Bears from 2004 to 2012, according to the team's website.
Taylor Swift performs for first time since Scooter Braun post
Read full article: Taylor Swift performs for first time since Scooter Braun postTaylor Swift performs onstage during opening night of her 2018 reputation Stadium Tour at University of Phoenix Stadium on May 8, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. NEW YORK - Every move Taylor Swift makes is dissected by her fans. Would she say anything about her public battle with music manager Scooter Braun that ignited after he purchased her catalog of music? "LIARS AND THE DIRTY DIRTY CHEATS YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE," wrote another. Another person tweeted, "Me when @taylorswift13 just screamed "THE LIARS AND THE DIRTY DIRTY CHEATS OF THE WORLD" #PrimeDayNot mentioning Braun by name, Swift praised her supporters and stressed that she's feeling good.