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Cleveland mother charged with aggravated murder of two girls

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:17:47 GMT

CLEVELAND, Ohio: The mother of two young girls who buried their bodies after stuffing them in suitcases in Cleveland was charged on March 5 with two counts of aggravated murder, police said.

A dog walker led authorities to the suitcases four days earlier, leading to the recovery of the children's remains.

The recoveries led to the arrest of Aliyah Henderson, 28, who was accused of killing Mila Chatman and

Florida man pardoned by Trump sentenced to life for abusing children

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:09:13 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: A Florida handyman, Andrew Paul Johnson, who U.S. President Donald Trump had pardoned for storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021, was sentenced to life in prison for molesting two children.

On his first day back in the White House last year, Trump pardoned, commuted prison sentences, or ordered the dismissal of cases for all 1,500-plus people charged in the attack. Johnson, 45, was among sever

After allowing 83 points by Bam Abedayo, Wizards try their luck against Magic

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:05:19 GMT

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Having been trampled by Bam Adebayo and the Miami Heat, the Washington Wizards now will turn their attention to another high-scoring offensive force, Paolo Banchero, when they visit the Orlando Magic on Thursday night.

The game pairs an Orlando team that's used five straight wins to move into fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings against a Washington c

No. 18 Purdue eager to get back on track vs. Northwestern

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:40:24 GMT

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After multiple stumbles to the end the regular season, 18th-ranked Purdue will seek to find the form that earned an early-season No. 1 ranking when the Boilermakers begin Big Ten tournament play against Northwestern on Thursday evening at Chicago.

Purdue (23-8) earned a double bye into the third round despite losing three of its last four games, including two at

Wisconsin, in familiar No. 5 Big Ten seed, seeks rerun vs. Washington

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:05:13 GMT

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Wisconsin was the fifth seed in the Big Ten tournament in each of the past two seasons, and it reached the title game both times.

The 23rd-ranked Badgers (22-9) will look to make it three in a row out of the No. 5 post as they open tournament play with a third-round matchup against 12th-seeded Washington (16-16) on Thursday afternoon.

The Huskies advanced w

Big Ten tournament roundup: Northwestern tops Indiana, into 3rd round

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 03:55:20 GMT

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Nick Martinelli scored a game-high 28 points and freshman Jake West added 18 to match a career high as Northwestern advanced to the third round of the Big Ten tournament with a 74-61 victory over Indiana on Wednesday night in Chicago.

Tre Singleton scored eight points and Jayden Reid added six assists for the 15th-seeded Wildcats (15-18), who collected their seventh

Grizzlies go for season sweep over Mavericks

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:55:33 GMT

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The Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a tailspin.

Entering Thursday's road game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Mavericks have dropped eight straight and 18 of their past 20, including Tuesday's 124-112 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

But Dallas coach Jason Kidd isn't overly concerned. He understands during a rebuilding process, difficult stretches like the o

Will Heat's Bam Adebayo produce a worthy encore vs. Bucks?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:05:13 GMT

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Bucks coach Doc Rivers started his postgame press conference on Tuesday night with a question.

'Is it true a human being had 83 points tonight?' Rivers asked.

The answer, of course, is yes. Miami's Bam Adebayo scored 83 on Tuesday night in a win over Washington, giving the Heat center the second-highest scoring game in NBA history, trailing only Wilt Chamberlain

Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader (biceps) to open season on IL

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:19:11 GMT

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Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader will begin the 2026 season on the injured list due to biceps tendinitis in his left pitching arm, manager Joe Espada said Wednesday.

Hader's biceps injury was diagnosed early last month. It is not related to the left shoulder capsule strain that caused him to miss the last two months of the 2025 season.

Hader, who turns

Spring training roundup: Tatsuya Imai, Astros shut down Marlins

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:55:30 GMT

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Tatsuya Imai threw three perfect innings, Jose Altuve hit his first home run of spring training and the Houston Astros defeated the host Miami Marlins 4-1 on Wednesday in Jupiter, Fla.

Imai, the Japanese ace who signed a three-year, $54 million contract with the Astros this winter, stuck out four and needed just 35 pitches (24 strikes) to breeze through Miami's lineup

Zoom Diallo paces Washington to double-OT win over USC

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:25:19 GMT

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Zoom Diallo scored 22 points and added 11 assists and seven rebounds as Washington overcame a 13-point deficit in the second half to defeat Southern California 83-79 in overtime in the second round of the Big Ten tournament on Thursday afternoon in Chicago.

Quimari Peterson and Wesley Yates III scored 15 points apiece and Hannes Steinbach had 10 points and 11 rebound

Suns continue playoff climb vs. lowly Pacers

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:19:12 GMT

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Devin Booker is heating up at the right time for the Phoenix Suns, who have won three straight heading into Thursday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis.

With Booker leading the way, Phoenix has won five of its last six to move within one game of the Denver Nuggets for sixth place in the Western Conference standings.

The Suns look to carry the

Reports: Vikings retain RB Aaron Jones on restructured 1-year deal

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:55:13 GMT

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The Minnesota Vikings are retaining running back Aaron Jones on a restructured one-year deal, according to multiple media reports.

Jones, who signed a two-year, $20 million contract last offseason, is set to make $5.6 million ($5 million guaranteed) instead of the $10 million he was set to earn.

ESPN reported early this month that the Vikings had told Jones they

Conor Daly to drive for DRR in Indianapolis 500

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:55:19 GMT

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Conor Daly announced plans Wednesday to compete in the 2026 Indianapolis 500 for Dryer & Reinbold Racing.

The 34-year-old Indiana native will attempt to make his 13th start in the showcase race on May 24.

'Having a chance to go racing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway again at Indy 500 with DRR means the world to me,' Daly said. 'I love this event. I c

Hornets visit Kings, continue playoff push

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:40:26 GMT

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Two teams coming off exciting wins 24 hours earlier will attempt to double their pleasure when the Charlotte Hornets visit the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.

In their push up the Eastern Conference standings, the Hornets got 12 fourth-quarter points from LaMelo Ball as they overtook the host Portland Trail Blazers 103-101 on Tuesday night to win for the sevent

Suns sink Bucks behind season-high 24 3-pointers

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:55:29 GMT

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Devin Booker scored 27 points and dished seven assists while leading the Phoenix Suns to a 129-114 victory over the host Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.

Phoenix sank a season-high 24 3-pointers (on 51 attempts) to begin its six-game road trip with a third consecutive victory. Jalen Green added 25 points while Royce O'Neale scored 21 and Collin Gillespie compiled 1

'Grateful' James Harden leads Cavaliers into battle with Magic

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Cleveland Cavaliers point guard James Harden reached another career milestone, becoming the ninth member of the 29,000-point club Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

His quest to reach 30,000 begins Wednesday, when the Cavaliers hit the road to play the Orlando Magic.

'The Beard' put together another efficient game in the 115-101 win over Philadelphia, totalin

Reports: Packers releasing CB Nate Hobbs after 1 season

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:19 GMT

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The Green Bay Packers are releasing cornerback Nate Hobbs after one expensive, injury-shortened season, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

Hobbs, 26, signed a four-year, $48 million contract last March that included a $16 million roster bonus and a $1.2 million base salary in 2025. He would have been due a $6.25 million roster bonus on Friday.

He played in

Reds RHP Hunter Greene (elbow) out until July

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:40:26 GMT

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Cincinnati Reds ace Hunter Greene is out until July due to bone chips around his right elbow.

A surgery to remove the fragments is required before an official appraisal of Greene's status for the 2026 season can be made. Removal of bone spurs can become a possible signal of ligament damage, which the operation scheduled for Wednesd

Spring training roundup: Andrew McCutchen drives in key run in Rangers debut

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:25:08 GMT

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Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made his spring training debut with the Rangers and doubled home a run in the fifth inning as Texas defeated San Diego, 4-1, on Monday in Peoria, Ariz.

McCutchen, 39, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5. He began his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2009, won the MVP in 2013 and spent 12 of 17 c

Surging Suns begin six-game road swing in Milwaukee

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:19:12 GMT

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The Phoenix Suns begin a crucial six-game eastern road trip Tuesday night as they take on the Bucks in Milwaukee.

Phoenix comes in on a two-game win streak after the Suns took care of the red-hot Charlotte Hornets 111-99 on Sunday, and they were a two-point loss to the Chicago Bulls away from winning five in a row.

Devin Booker led Phoenix with 30 points and

Spring training roundup: Andrew McCutchen drives in key run in Rangers' debut

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:19:20 GMT

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Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made his spring training debut with the Rangers and doubled home a run in the fifth inning as Texas defeated San Diego, 4-1, on Monday in Peoria, Ariz.

McCutchen, 39, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5. He began his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2009, won the MVP in 2013 and spent 12 of 17 c

San Diego tabs Iowa State assistant JR Blount as new coach

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:19:07 GMT

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San Diego hired well-respected Iowa State assistant JR Blount as its new head coach, the school announced Monday.

Blount replaces Steve Lavin, who was fired last month before finishing out a 12-21 season at the West Coast Conference school.

Blount, 38, has been part of four straight NCAA Tournament teams at

Duke reaches record 150 all-time weeks as AP No. 1 team

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:40:28 GMT

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Duke remains in the No. 1 team in the Associated Press men's basketball top 25 poll entering conference tournament week, becoming the first team in history to spend 150 weeks in the top spot.

The Blue Devils (29-2) received 56 of the 61 first-place votes -- up one from last week -- after closing out their regular season on an eight-game winning streak with convincing

Reports: Dolphins sign QB Malik Willis to 3-year, $67.5 million deal

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:40:26 GMT

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The Miami Dolphins appear to have found their potential Tua Tagovailoa replacement, signing coveted free-agent quarterback Malik Willis to a three-year deal, according to multiple media reports.

The deal is worth $67.5 million with $45 million guaranteed, per NFL Network. It's a reunion of sorts with new Dolphins

Reports: Raiders re-sign CB Eric Stokes to 3-year, $30M deal

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:19:23 GMT

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The Las Vegas Raiders are re-signing cornerback Eric Stokes to a three-year, $30 million deal, multiple outlets reported Monday.

The agreement keeps the former first-round pick from hitting the open market and includes $20 million guaranteed.

Stokes, 27, made 16 starts in his first season with the Raiders and had 53 tackles and five passes defensed in 2

Reports: Cowboys to acquire DL Rashan Gary from Packers

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:05:04 GMT

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Rashan Gary thrived in a pass-rushing tandem with Micah Parsons last season after Parsons joined the Packers via trade from the Cowboys.

Now Green Bay is sending Gary to Dallas in a deal that can become official on Wednesday when the 2026 league year begins, according to multiple reports.

The Cowboys will re

Dolphins to release QB Tua Tagovailoa, assume record dead-cap hit

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:19:12 GMT

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The Miami Dolphins have said goodbye to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

Reports emerged Monday morning that the Dolphins would release the former first-round draft pick, and they confirmed it with a minute-long highlight video posted on social media with the accompanying caption, 'Thanks for the memories, Tua.'The team also issued a statement:

'I recently inform

NBA roundup: Suns halt Hornets' 10-game road winning streak

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:25:09 GMT

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Devin Booker had 30 points and 10 assists, Jalen Green and Collin Gillespie each added 24 points and the host Phoenix Suns ran away from Charlotte in the second half for a 111-99 victory on Sunday to break the Hornets' 10-game road winning streak.

Rookie forward Rasheer Fleming had career highs with 16 points and four 3-pointers for the Suns, who have won four of

Magic cruise past short-handed Bucks to take season series

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:55:08 GMT

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Paolo Banchero scored a game-high 33 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 130-91 victory over the Bucks in Milwaukee on Sunday night.

Jalen Suggs added 20 for Orlando, which won its fourth consecutive game. Desmond Bane scored 18 with a game-high nine assists.

The Bucks fell for the fifth time in their last six contests, this one played without Giannis Antetoko

Spring training roundup: Leo De Vries goes deep twice to lead A's past Dodgers

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:19:07 GMT

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Top prospect Leo De Vries homered twice, including a grand slam, to lift the Athletics' split squad to an 11-7 spring training victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday in Mesa, Ariz.

De Vries, a 19-year-old switch-hitting shortstop, also delivered a two-run home run in the fourth for the Athletics to post his first six RBIs of the spring. Andy Ibanez went 4-fo

Confident Magic, experimenting Bucks tangle in Milwaukee

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:19:06 GMT

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Coming in hot on a three-game win streak, the Orlando Magic will look to help solidify their playoff standing as they travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks Sunday night.It will be night two of a back-to-back for both teams. The Magic played Saturday night in Minnesota, where they dominated the Timberwolves 119-92 on Saturday night. The Bucks defeated the Utah Jazz

Top 25 roundup: 12-win Marquette downs No. 4 UConn in stunner

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:05:13 GMT

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Ben Gold prevented Silas Demary Jr. from hitting a game-tying basket with 2 seconds remaining and host Marquette upset No. 4 UConn 68-62 on Saturday in Milwaukee.

Nigel James Jr. led the Golden Eagles (12-19, 7-13 Big East) with 19 points before Gold made the defensive play of the game and prevented the Huskies from getting a share of the Big East regular-season tit

Hornets look to continue road winning streak in Phoenix

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:40:37 GMT

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The surging Charlotte Hornets hit a speed bump Friday on what appears to be their inexorable march to the postseason.

The Phoenix Suns managed to avoid one.

The Hornets had a six-game winning streak broken in a 128-120 home loss to Miami, but they will attempt to extend another -- they have won 10 in a row on the road -- against the host Suns on Sunday.

NBA roundup: Down 23, Nets stun Pistons to halt 10-game skid

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:40:30 GMT

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Michael Porter Jr. had 30 points and 13 rebounds and the visiting Brooklyn Nets rallied from a 23-point deficit to surprise the Detroit Pistons, 107-105, on Saturday, snapping a 10-game losing streak in the process.

Ziaire Williams had 23 points, Noah Clowney scored 16 and Day'Ron Sharpe added 13. The Nets finished the game on an 18-6 run. Tobias Harris had 18 poi

Clinging to slim playoff hopes, Bulls face NBA-worst Kings

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:05:30 GMT

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The Chicago Bulls will seek to keep their longshot hopes alive of a .500 season and a possible back door into the Eastern Conference play-in tournament when they continue a Western swing against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

The Bulls lost 11 in a row -- every game they played in February -- to fall to 24-36 and were tailspinning into the depths of the lotter

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks keep visiting Jazz singing blues

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:55:28 GMT

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Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 27 points, dished out eight assists and grabbed nine boards to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 113-99 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Saturday night.

Ryan Rollins nearly added a triple-double for Milwaukee with 13 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists. Ousmane Dieng also scored 11 with eight rebounds and nine dimes.

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Spring training roundup: Blue Jays' Max Scherzer excels in spring debut

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 01:40:33 GMT

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Max Scherzer fired four hitless innings and four relievers completed the 2-hit shutout as Toronto edged Philadelphia 1-0 on Saturday afternoon in Clearwater, Fla.

The 41-year-old Scherzer posted one strikeout and one walk in his spring-training debut. Chase Lee, Josh Fleming, Lazaro Estrada and Connor Seabold combined for five strikeouts and one walk.

Wisconsin ruins No. 15 Purdue's Senior Day with 18 3-pointers

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:55:20 GMT

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John Blackwell scored 25 points to lead sweet-shooting Wisconsin to a 97-93 win Saturday at No. 15 Purdue in a Big Ten regular-season finale.

Nick Boyd had 23 points, Austin Rapp scored 17 points and Alexsas Bieliauskas added 16 points for Wisconsin (22-9, 14-6), which has won four straight games against ranked teams for the first time since it reached the NCAA c

Reports: Packers acquire LB Zaire Franklin from Colts

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:19:09 GMT

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The Green Bay Packers are acquiring former Pro Bowl linebacker Zaire Franklin from the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, multiple media outlets reported on Saturday.

Franklin, 29, is two seasons removed from leading the NFL with 173 tackles during a Pro Bowl year. He had 125 tackles to go along with two sacks while starting all 17 games i

Mavericks F Khris Middleton fined $25K for mouthpiece incident

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:19:10 GMT

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Dallas Mavericks forward Khris Middleton's wallet will be a little lighter after he was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Saturday for 'throwing his mouthpiece in the direction of the spectator stands.'

Middleton was assessed a technical foul for the incident that occurred in the third quarter of the Mavericks' 115-114 loss to the host Orlando Magic on Thursday.

No. 11 Illinois meets Maryland with eyes on Big Ten triple-bye

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:05:09 GMT

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No. 11 Illinois can clinch a triple-bye in next week's Big Ten tournament with a victory at Maryland on Sunday in College Park. But it might not even come to that.

If No. 15 Purdue wins Saturday at home over Wisconsin or if Iowa takes care of No. 9 Nebraska on Sunday, the Fighting Illini will be assured a top-four seed and a berth in the Big Ten quarterfinals Friday

Students, parents sue WI Legislature over school funding

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:07:08 GMT

By Jonah Beleckis for the Wisconsin Independent.

Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Wisconsin Independent-Public News Service Co

Organizers urge governor to veto WI antisemitism bill

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:49:56 GMT

Grassroots organizers in Wisconsin are urgently rallying residents to oppose a controversial antisemitism bill set to be voted on this month.
The legislation would codify the definition of antisemitism by the

Inbox: That alone provides a ton of opportunity

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Their own status in the locker room is elevated
Mike Spofford
Dennis from De Pere, WI
"The fallout could be fascinating" has a definite Willy Wonka-esque ring to it. Perhaps you could slip five golden tickets into random II answers for five lucky people. Hidden among the countless billions of Inbox dialogues are five gold tickets. And to the five people who find them will come the most fabulous prize

Yosh Nijman announces his retirement from football on social media

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:06:53 GMT

CHARLOTTE Yosh Nijman is retiring from football, the offensive tackle announced on social media Wednesday night. He spent the last two seasons playing for the Carolina Panthers.
Nijman was an unrestricted free agent, free to sign with any team after the league year opened on Wednesday afternoon. He was a candidate to re-sign with the Panthers, but the team agreed to terms with tackleStone Forsytheearlier this wee

Free Agent Facts: Get to know LB Nakobe Dean

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:36:25 GMT

Levi Edwards
The Las Vegas Raiders add a national champion and Super Bowl winner to their roster with linebacker Nakobe Dean.
Here are a few things to know about the Raiders' latest acquisition.
Big dog
Nakobe Dean was exceptional, on and off the field, during his time at the University of Georgia.
The five-star prospect from Mississippi committed to the Bulldogs and imm

5 things to know about new Packers LB Zaire Franklin

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:42:11 GMT

2024 second-team All-Pro selection acquired via trade with Indy
Mike Spofford
GREEN BAY The Packers have acquired veteran linebacker Zaire Franklin in a trade with the Colts, sending defensive lineman Colby Wooden to Indianapolis in exchange.
Here are five things to know about Green Bay's new linebacker:
He was named All-Pro just two seasons ago.
Franklin (6-0, 235) rece

Packers announce trade with Colts

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Green Bay acquires LB Zaire Franklin from Indianapolis in exchange for DL Colby Wooden
The Green Bay Packers have acquired LBZaire Franklinin a trade with the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for DLColby Wooden. Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Wednesday.
(ZI-air) Franklin (6-0, 235), a ninth-year player out of Syracuse University, was origina

Steelers sign Holcomb

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:15:00 GMT

Teresa Varley
The Steelers signed free agent linebacker Cole Holcomb to a two-year contract.
Holcomb originally signed with the Steelers in 2023 as an unrestricted free agent and has had a rough road injury-wise early in his Steelers career.
He started the first eight games in 2023, recording 54 tackles, including 31 solo stops, four tackles for a loss, and two passes defensed, before suffering a deva

Rashan Gary: 'I'm happy to be a part of' defensive rebuild in Dallas

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:52:08 GMT

Patrik Walker
FRISCO, TexasRashan Gary is officially added to the Dallas Cowboys' roster, the start of the new league year having commenced on Wednesday afternoon. With the trade fully executed and the former Green Bay Packers' edge rusher having put pen to paper, the two sides can get to work in the meeting room and on the field.
Gary could not have been more excited to get the phone call

Browns agree to terms with C/G Elgton Jenkins

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:20:11 GMT

Jenkins brings veteran experience as Browns revamp the offensive line
Kelsey Russo
The Browns continue to bolster their offensive line with veteran presence, as they have agreed to terms with free agent C/G Elgton Jenkins.
Jenkins is entering his eighth NFL season after spending his first seven seasons with the Packers. Green Bay first drafted Jenkins in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, and he

Packers announce trade with Cowboys

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:15:56 GMT

Green Bay has traded DL Rashan Gary to Dallas in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round draft choice
The Green Bay Packers have traded DLRashan Garyto the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a fourth-round draft choice in 2027. Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Wednesday.
"We want to thank Rashan for his commitment and hard work during his seven seasons with the Packers

Mick Shots: All smiles first day of league year

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Mickey Spagnola
FRISCO, TexasThis is all I needed to see of Rashan Gary, and you guys probably already have seen the same, too.
That picture on our site of a big grinning, toothy smile taking place with the veteran defensive end arriving here at The Star on Wednesday and signing let me repeat, signing whatever papers required to sign.
Bet he got a physical, too. It's official.
D

Packers sign C/G Sean Rhyan to contract extension

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:17:33 GMT

General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Wednesday
The Green Bay Packers have signed C/GSean Rhyanto a contract extension. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction Wednesday.
Rhyan, who was selected by the Packers in the third round (No. 92 overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft out of UCLA, has appeared in 47 regular-season games with 28 starts and in four postseason contests with

Late for Work: Pundits Look at Why the Maxx Crosby Trade Fell Through

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:56:12 GMT

Kevin Eck
Looking at the Fallout From the Maxx Crosby Trade Reportedly Falling Through
The blockbuster trade that sent shock waves throughout the NFL has had another seismic effect on the landscape due to a stunning turn of events.
The Las Vegas Raiders announced Tuesday night that the trade that reportedly sent defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Ravens in exchange for two first-round

Inbox: It'll be fun to find out

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Everythings just more expensive
Mike Spofford
Jerry from Las Cruces, NM
Has the dust settled yet?
You tell me.
Jeffrey from Eveleth, MN
Mr. Spofford, you disappoint me. For your upcoming two weeks off activities, I didn't see crappie fishing mentioned.
That's in May for me, when they're spawning and in the shallows.
Josh from Seattle, WA<

Cowboys llegan a un acuerdo con tackle defensivo Otito Ogbonnia

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:49:44 GMT

Somos Cowboys
FRISCO, TexasLos Dallas Cowboys continan sumando piezas en el lado defensivo del baln durante la agencia libre, al llegar a un acuerdo por un ao con el ex tackle defensivo de los Los Angeles Chargers, Otito Ogbonnia.
Ogbonnia, de 25 aos, fue seleccionado en la quinta ronda del 2022 NFL Draft por los Chargers. En sus primeros cuatro aos en la National Football League, ha jugado

Updates: Dallas restructures key deal for big savings

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:45:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
Mar. 10
Kenny Clark
#95
DT

Height: 6-3

Weight: 314 lbs

College: UCLA

2:30 p.m. --The Cowboys continue to make moves to free up money as they attempt to shop in this year's free agency spree.
To that end, they've restructured Kenny Clark's contract, the Pro Bowl defensive tackle acquired ahead of the 2025 season

Updates: Dallas restructures deal for big savings

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:45:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
Mar. 10
Kenny Clark
#95
DT

Height: 6-3

Weight: 314 lbs

College: UCLA

2:30 p.m. --The Cowboys continue to make moves to free up money as they attempt to shop in this year's free agency spree.
To that end, they've restructured Kenny Clark's contract, the Pro Bowl defensive tackle acquired ahead of the 2025 season

Patriots Sign Free-Agent WR Romeo Doubs to Bolster Offense

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:23:07 GMT

The Patriots reportedly agreed to a multi-year contract with the former Packers wideout on Tuesday.
Evan Lazar
The Patriots are adding another playmaker to QB Drake Maye's supporting cast, signing former Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs to a free-agent contract, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Last season, Doubs posted a career-best 724 receiving yards on 55 catches to go along with six touc

Day 2 FA Roundup: Cowboys' news & notes in free agency

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:46:11 GMT

Hooker's restructure locks up safety position?
11:08 a.m. --Most of the position on defense, aside from defensive tackle, have been up in the air as we enter free agency and safety was right at the top.
After one full day of free agency, the safety spot looks more clear now. Not only did the Cowboysagree on a deal with veteran Jalen Thompsonon Monday, but

Mailbag: How does Gary help the defense

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:00:52 GMT

byDallas Cowboys Mailbag,Nick Eatman&Kurt Daniels
(Editor's Note: Time to check the mail! The DallasCowboys.com staff writers answer your questions here in 'Mailbag' presented by Miller Lite.)
What is your opinion of the Cowboys' trade for Rashan Gary from the Packers? Does it seem that it's a good trade? How does he help the defense? Is a fourth-round pick reasonable to give up to add him to the roster

Cowboys y Sam Williams llegan a un acuerdan un contrato de un ao

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:45:51 GMT

Somos Cowboys
FRISCO, TexasLos Cowboys han llegado a un acuerdo con el ala defensiva Sam Williams por un contrato de un ao para que regrese a Dallas.
Williams, quien tendr 27 aos al inicio de la temporada 2026, estaba al final de su contrato de novato y ahora se mantiene con los Dallas Cowboys despus de jugar los 17 partidos con Dallas en 2025, iniciando cinco, y registrando 37 tackleadas,

Inbox: His future may have just been altered, considerably

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The only constant in this league is change
Mike Spofford
Jon from Temecula, CA
So after Monday I assume Spoff is going to Dallas and Wes is heading to Miami. Or is it vice versa? Or are they expecting you two to fill in at linebacker? Good grief was Monday a hard one on the fans.
The Dolphins couldn't offer Wes enough money.
Scott from Vining, MN
I don't get why the

The Top Ten Free Agent Signings in Buccaneers History

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In a ranking of the Bucs' best forays into unrestricted free agency since 1993, four of the top have occurred since 2019 and three of the top five played the same position
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, like many NFL teams, frequently espouse a hard lean toward the draft-and-development side of roster construction. And the Buccaneers, at least, have stuck to that philosophy, with a roster that has pr

Cowboys, Sam Williams agree to terms on one-year deal

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:35:47 GMT

Tommy Yarrish
FRISCO, TexasThe Cowboys have agreed to terms with defensive end Sam Williams on a one-year deal to return to Dallas.
Williams, who will be 27 at the beginning of the 2026 season, was at the end of his rookie contract and now sticks with the Cowboys after playing in all 17 games for Dallas in 2025, starting five, and tallying 37 tackles, 7 tackles for loss and a sack.
Af

Raiders re-sign CB Eric Stokes

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Raiders Communications
HENDERSON, Nev.The Las Vegas Raiders have re-signedCB Eric Stokes, the club announced Monday.
Stokes returns for his second season with the Silver and Black in 2026. He started a career-high 16 games in his first season with the club and totaled 53 tackles (35 solo), three tackles for loss and five passes defensed.
Prior to Las Vegas, Stokes spe

Packers release OL Elgton Jenkins

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:53:34 GMT

Versatile lineman earned two Pro Bowl selections
The Green Bay Packers have released OL Elgton Jenkins. The move was announced Monday by General Manager Brian Gutekunst.
"Elgton established himself as one of the best and most versatile offensive linemen in the league during his time in Green Bay," said Gutekunst. "He contributed so much to our success over the past seven seasons and was a tremendous leader

Arrangements for Bob Harlan announced for March 16

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:39:45 GMT

Funeral set for March 16 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral; Celebration of Life and Legacy of Bob Harlan to follow at Lambeau Field Atrium
Arrangements have been announced for the late Bob Harlan and will take place on Monday, March 16.
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay will host a visitation from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., to be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2 p.m.
An obituary with addit

2026 league year begins for Packers with start of NFL free agency

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Green Bay has 18 potential free agents
Wes Hodkiewicz
GREEN BAY The new league year is almost here for the Packers and the rest of the NFL.
As Green Bay moves another day closer to the 2026 season, NFL clubs may enter into formal agreements with outside free agents beginning at 3 p.m. Central on Wednesday, following the two-day negotiating window that begins Monday.
After reportedly re-signing o

Cowboys adquieren al ala defensiva Rashan Gary va canje

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:28:00 GMT

Somos Cowboys
FRISCO, TexasLos Cowboys estn finalizando un canje con los Packers para adquirir al ala defensiva, Rashan Gary, a cambio de una seleccin de cuarta ronda del draft de 2027.
Gary, de 28 aos, ha pasado los siete aos de su carrera en la NFL en Green Bay, donde fue seleccionado al Pro Bowl en 2024 y ha acumulado 46.5 capturas de mariscal en su carrera. Ahora, Gary se rene con su ex

Cowboys finalizing trade for Packers edge rusher Rashan Gary

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:07:56 GMT

Tommy Yarrish
FRISCO, TexasThe Cowboys are finalizing a trade with the Packers to acquire former Pro Bowl defensive end Rashan Gary in exchange for what has been reported to be a 2027 fourth-round pick.
Gary, 28, has spent all seven years of his NFL career in Green Bay, where he earned a Pro Bowl nod in 2024 and has tallied 46.5 career sacks. Now, Gary reunites with his former Packers teamm

Vikings Agree to Terms on New Contract for Linebacker Eric Wilson

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.Eric Wilson is remaining in Minnesota.
The Vikings have agreed to terms with the linebacker on a multiyear deal, the team announced Monday.
Wilson, 31, put up career numbers last season, racking up 6.5 sacks (3.0 being his previous season high), 10 QB hits, four forced fumbles and a whopping 17 tackles for loss. His prior benchmark on the latter was eight in

Inbox: It's wild how things can work out in this game

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Theyre definitely familiar with one another
Mike Spofford
Cindy from Mesa, AZ
Is Melanie Marohl the inspiration for Jennifer Garner's character in "Draft Day"?
Ha. I think not, but perhaps she should've been.
Troy from Westminster, CO
How in the world is someone like Bob Harlan not in the HOF? There's a mad push lately to put billionaire owners in. Maybe I'm biased b

5 Things to Know About New Chargers Fullback Alec Ingold

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:46:00 GMT

Omar Navarro
The Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold.
Here are five things to know about Ingold:
1. Joining the Bolts
The Chargers have added a veteran fullback with plenty of experience.
Ingold has played a total of seven seasons in the NFL, the most recent coming with the Dolphins.
He's played 107 games over his career and contr

2026 New York Giants Free Agency Tracker

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:11:00 GMT

byDan Salomone&Matt Citak
The new league year is almost here.
Beginning at noon on March 9, NFL clubs are permitted to contact and enter into contract negotiations with the certified agents of players who will become unrestricted free agents. No player is permitted to execute a contract with a new club until 4 p.m. ET on March 11, when the signing period officially begins.
Teams were informed rece

Remembering Bob Harlan

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Policys Perspective is a monthly column written by President and CEO Ed Policy
Ed Policy
The first Saturday of every month, Packers President and CEO Ed Policy will write about a topic of interest to Packers fans and the organization and then answer fan questions. Fans are encouraged to email Ed with their name and hometown at:PolicysPerspective@packers.com.
Before jumping into Policy's Perspective, I

Wisconsin justices grill lawmakers, AG for wasting taxpayer money

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:32:37 GMT

MADISON, Wis. (CN) - The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday refereed the latest squabble between the Republican-controlled Legislature and the Democratic attorney general, this time over settlement revenue.

"I think both sides have overcomplicated the legal scheme here to fit their argument when really the text is extremely clear," said Justice Rebecca Bradley.

In 2017, the Wisconsin Legislature

NYPD chief, sergeant recount efforts to stop suspects, protect bystanders in IED attack

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:31:50 GMT
NYPD chief, sergeant recount efforts to stop suspects, protect bystanders in IED attack

Long-term care insurance legislation advances

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:36:34 GMT
Long-term care insurance legislation advances

Four ways to get National Insurance credits without claiming benefits

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:01:57 GMT
Four ways to get National Insurance credits without claiming benefits

Bodycam video shows man rush at Marion officers with machete before police shooting

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:35:03 GMT
Bodycam video shows man rush at Marion officers with machete before police shooting

FBI warns of potential Iranian drone threat to U.S. West Coast

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:34:13 GMT
FBI warns of potential Iranian drone threat to U.S. West Coast

Video shows armed suspect shoot at undercover LASD deputies before fatal police shooting

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:33:56 GMT
Video shows armed suspect shoot at undercover LASD deputies before fatal police shooting

What the Iran conflict means for U.S. law enforcement at home

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:33:37 GMT
What the Iran conflict means for U.S. law enforcement at home

San Jose enacts officer overtime controls after PD spent $70M on OT in 2025

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:32:48 GMT
San Jose enacts officer overtime controls after PD spent $70M on OT in 2025

Man Who Drove Van Into White House Security Gate Taken Into Custody Latest News

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:23:45 GMT
Man Who Drove Van Into White House Security Gate Taken Into Custody Latest News

Harvey Weinstein Downplays Epstein Ties Despite Evidence UK Crime

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:22:28 GMT
Harvey Weinstein Downplays Epstein Ties Despite Evidence UK Crime

Teen Charged In Teacher Run Over Speaks UK Crime

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:21:13 GMT
Teen Charged In Teacher Run Over Speaks UK Crime

Bodycam video shows Chino Police officer shoot man chasing after woman with knife

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:03:25 GMT
Bodycam video shows Chino Police officer shoot man chasing after woman with knife

Trial begins for suspect in 2024 fatal shooting of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:03:14 GMT
Trial begins for suspect in 2024 fatal shooting of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

Report- Rotor problem caused helicopter crash that killed Arizona trooper, pilot,

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:02:29 GMT
Report- Rotor problem caused helicopter crash that killed Arizona trooper, pilot,

Body cam shows Florida man shoot Pasco County deputy before being shot by other officers

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:02:18 GMT
Body cam shows Florida man shoot Pasco County deputy before being shot by other officers

Suspect in Palomar Mountain shootings arrested at SD Airport

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:02:21 GMT
Suspect in Palomar Mountain shootings arrested at SD Airport

4 arrested for allegedly stealing benefits, including in San Diego

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:01:53 GMT
4 arrested for allegedly stealing benefits, including in San Diego

Rochester police fatally shoot man as he grabbed an officers gun, officials say

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:31:38 GMT
Rochester police fatally shoot man as he grabbed an officers gun, officials say

Report- Bridgeport cop took ambulance called for shooting victim

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:36:03 GMT
Report- Bridgeport cop took ambulance called for shooting victim

Person struck in Bridgeport hit-and-run crash on North Avenue, officials say

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:02:58 GMT
Person struck in Bridgeport hit-and-run crash on North Avenue, officials say

Legislatures budget proposals leave health insurance gaps, watchdogs say

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:34:37 GMT
Legislatures budget proposals leave health insurance gaps, watchdogs say