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August 8, 2025.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws to the plate during the second inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Scherzer and Kershaw square off in rare duel of 3,000-strikeout club members

August 8, 2025

Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw went toe-to-toe for six innings in a vintage duel Friday night. The 41-year-old Scherzer, pitching for Toronto, made his 465th career start. Kershaw, 37, started his 443rd game — all for the Los Angeles Dodgers over 18 seasons. Once teammates in Los Angeles, both pitchers have won three Cy Young Awards and are likely headed to the Hall of Fame. Kershaw allowed one run and seven hits, striking out four. Scherzer gave up two runs and six hits, striking out five. A two-run homer by Mookie Betts gave the Dodgers a 2-1 lead. It was the fourth time Scherzer and Kershaw faced each other. Before the game, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised both pitchers for their competitiveness and unique styles.

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Colorado Rockies' Kyle Karros hits an RBI single on his major league at-bat debut against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Kyle Karros, son of 1992 NL Rookie of the Year Eric Karros, hits RBI single in first MLB at-bat

August 8, 2025

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kyle Karros is off to a strong start in the National League, following in his dad’s footsteps. The 23-year-old hit an RBI single in his first big-league at-bat Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Karros has moved quickly through the Rockies’ minor-league system after being drafted in the fifth round in 2023. He was batting .301 with six homers this season, mostly at Double-A and Triple-A. His dad, Eric Karros, hit 284 homers over a 14-year career, mainly with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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FILE - Mayor of the District of Columbia Muriel Bowser speaks as U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro, left, listens during a news conference in Washington, May 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

As federal takeover threats loom, the city of Washington waits for the White House to make its move

August 8, 2025

President Donald Trump’s promised law enforcement surge in Washington, D.C., did not appear to happen as scheduled on its first night. The streets were bustling with revelers, but there was no visible increase in law enforcement. Trump had announced a security lockdown starting at midnight, following a weekend assault on a government official. He has threatened to take federal control of the city, citing safety concerns. Mayor Muriel Bowser has not publicly responded. Trump’s plans could include deploying the National Guard, but further actions may face legal challenges. The situation remains fluid as the city awaits further developments.

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FILE - Amazon Web Services data center is visible on Aug. 22, 2024, in Boardman, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

As electric bills rise, evidence mounts that data centers share blame. States feel pressure to act

August 8, 2025

Amid rising electric bills, states are under pressure to insulate regular household and business ratepayers from the costs of feeding Big Tech’s energy-hungry data centers. It’s not clear that any state has a solution and the actual effect of data centers on electricity bills is difficult to pin down. Some critics question whether states have the spine to take a hard line against tech behemoths. Charlotte Shuff of the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board, a consumer advocacy group, says there’s a massive outcry over rising power bills. Some data centers require more electricity than cities or states. That’s pushing policymakers to rethink how transmission costs are spread among consumers.

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A bronze statue of former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is unveiled in Patriot Place Plaza before an NFL preseason football game between the Washington Commanders and the New England Patriots Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Patriots unveil statue of Tom Brady, QB who led them to 6 Super Bowl wins, before exhibition opener

August 8, 2025

Tom Brady’s statue, weighing six tons and standing 17 feet tall, has been unveiled outside the New England Patriots’ stadium. Brady, a three-time NFL MVP and seven-time champion, retired in 2023 as the league’s most-decorated player. The Patriots inducted him into their Hall of Fame last year, waiving the usual waiting period. The statue, created by sculptor Jeff Buccacio, features a hexagonal granite base and a 12-foot figure of Brady. During the ceremony, Brady humorously referenced his former coach Bill Belichick and took a playful jab at the New York Jets. Fans and former teammates attended the event.

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New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) runs the ball back for a touchdown against Washington Commanders cornerback Noah Igbinoghene (6) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Patriots offense shines in 48-18 exhibition win over Commanders, as Washington rests starters, vets

August 8, 2025

Rookie TreVeyon Henderson had a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown to open the game, quarterback Drake Maye added a 5-yard touchdown run and the New England Patriots beat the Washington Commanders 48-18 in the exhibition opener for both teams. Henderson also had an 18-yard run. Maye completed 3-of-5 passes for 12 yards in two series of work. It added up to a promising glimpse of a new-look offense under new coach Mike Vrabel and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. Washington rested a total of 30 players, including their projected starters and most of their veterans.

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Empty chairs belonging to Texas House Representatives remain empty as House Republicans conduct business on the floor of the Texas Capitol, Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)

How Texas Democrats’ walkout has launched a fight across the US over political maps

August 8, 2025

Texas Republicans have escalated the penalties against Democrats as they enter a second week camped out in states across the country to block new U.S. House maps pushed for by President Donald Trump to win more seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit to remove 13 members from office, and Gov. Greg Abbott has moved to vacate the chair of the House Democratic Caucus leader. Democrats face increasing fines and civil arrests as Abbott has threatened to call another special session after lawmakers adjourn on Aug. 19.

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In this image from surveillance video obtained by the Louisiana State Police, Trooper Kasha Domingue confronts Clifton “Scotty” Dilley in Baton Rouge, La., early July 10, 2018. (Louisiana State Police/U.S. District Court via AP)

Louisiana to pay $9 million to a man who was shot in the back by state trooper during traffic stop

August 8, 2025

Louisiana officials have agreed to pay $9 million to a man who was partially paralyzed after a state trooper shot him in the back during a 2018 traffic stop in Baton Rouge. The state reached the settlement last month following a federal lawsuit brought by Clifton “Scotty” Dilley. The settlement is among the largest of its kind in the state’s history involving a police shooting. The shooting was mentioned in a U.S. Justice Department report this year that found that Louisiana State Police used excessive force during arrests and vehicle pursuits for years. Dilley says he hopes his lawsuit will effect change in the state police.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders throws his first touchdown pass during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)

Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders throws 2 TD passes in first half of NFL preseason debut vs Panthers

August 8, 2025

Shedeur Sanders has made an impressive NFL debut with the Cleveland Browns. On Friday night, he completed 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns in a 30-10 win over the Carolina Panthers. His father, Deion Sanders, celebrated his performance on social media. Sanders expressed mixed feelings, calling it a dream come true but admitting he could have played better. The Browns have been dealing with injuries at quarterback, giving Sanders the opportunity to start. Despite some early challenges, he showed promise and even caught the attention of NBA star LeBron James. Sanders was initially projected to go higher in the draft but fell to the fifth round.

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FILE - Former FBI and CIA head William H. Webster speaks to reporters in Washington, Oct. 25, 2002. (AP Photo/Lawrence Jackson, File)

Former FBI and CIA Director William H. Webster dies at 101

August 8, 2025

William H. Webster, the former FBI and CIA director whose troubleshooting skills and integrity helped restore public confidence in those federal agencies, has died, his family announced Friday. He was 101. Webster led the FBI from 1978 to 1987 and the CIA from 1987 to 1991, the only person to guide the nation’s top law-enforcement agency and its primary intelligence-gathering organization. President Jimmy Carter selected Webster, a Republican, for a 10-year term as FBI chief as the bureau sought to improve an image tarnished by revelations of domestic spying, internal corruption and other abuses of power.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) greets fans after an NFL preseason football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Raiders’ Smith and Crosby make obscene gestures toward Seahawks fans

August 8, 2025

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith and defensive end Maxx Crosby were caught on video making obscene gestures toward Seattle Seahawks fans. This happened before their preseason game on Thursday night. Videos of the incident circulated on social media on Friday. In one clip, Crosby and Smith appear to respond to taunting fans with gestures as they enter the field. A fan’s sign read, “Bigger Bust — Geno Or Jamarcus Russell?” Smith was the Seahawks’ starter for three seasons before joining the Raiders. The game ended in a 23-23 tie.

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St. Louis Cardinals guest coach Yadier Molina is seen in the dugout before the start of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Former All-Star catcher Yadier Molina returns to Cardinals’ dugout as temporary coach

August 8, 2025

Yadier Molina is returning to the St. Louis Cardinals’ dugout this weekend for the first time since his 19-year playing career ended in 2022. The 43-year-old former catcher will be in uniform as a coach for games Friday night and Saturday evening against the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium. Molina didn’t hesitate to accept manager Oliver Marmol’s invitation to join him on the bench. He rejoined the organization as a special assistant to president of baseball operations John Mozeliak in December 2023, but had not been at Busch Stadium since attending longtime teammate Adam Wainwright’s retirement ceremony at the end of the 2023 season. Molina will manage Puerto Rico in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

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FILE - Los Angeles Chargers offensive tackle Rashawn Slater (70) walks on the field before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dec. 15, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)

Chargers OL Rashawn Slater’s season-ending injury ‘a gut punch,’ Jim Harbaugh says

August 8, 2025

The Los Angeles Chargers are moving forward without Rashawn Slater. The offensive lineman has been sidelined for the season due to a torn patellar tendon. Coach Jim Harbaugh described the injury as a “gut punch” on Friday. Slater was injured Thursday during practice, just two weeks after signing a $114 million contract extension. Joe Alt will move from right to left tackle, while Trey Pipkins will take over at right tackle. Running back Najee Harris is still recovering from an eye injury. In Sunday’s preseason game against New Orleans, Taylor Heinicke will start at quarterback, with Trey Lance getting most of the snaps.

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (5) is sacked by Baltimore Ravens linebacker David Ojabo (90) during the firs half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Colts QB Anthony Richardson is day-to-day after injuring finger, AP source says

August 8, 2025

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is considered day-to-day with a dislocated pinkie. That’s according to a person with knowledge of the injury who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday because the team hadn’t yet made an official statement. It’s unclear when Richardson will practice next. Indy did not hold practice Friday and is scheduled to do so Saturday. Richardson was injured on the second possession of the Colts’ preseason game against the Ravens on Thursday night. In other injury news, the Colts closed the day by making a series of moves including placing running back Salvon Ahmed and cornerback Justin Walley on the season-ending injured reserve list.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prepares to give a television interview outside the White House Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Hegseth reposts video on social media featuring pastors saying women shouldn’t be allowed to vote

August 8, 2025

The man who oversees the nation’s military has reposted a video on X, formerly Twitter, about a Christian nationalist church that included various pastors saying women should no longer be allowed to vote and should “submit” to their husbands. The extraordinary repost from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was made Thursday night. It illustrates his deep and personal connection to a Christian nationalist pastor with extreme views on the role of religion and women. In the post, Hegseth commented on a report by CNN examining Doug Wilson, cofounder of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches. The report featured various pastors of the denomination advocating the repeal of women’s right to vote from the Constitution and parishioners saying that women should “submit” to their husbands.

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Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy reacts after a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Pocket pancakes? Brewers selling ballpark flapjacks after Pat Murphy’s viral moment

August 8, 2025

The Milwaukee Brewers are bringing manager Pat Murphy’s strange eating habits to fans. Murphy went viral in a recent interview for pulling a pancake out of his uniform pocket and taking a bite — sharing the flapjack with the reporter — as he detailed different ways he shoves food into his pockets to snack on in the dugout. The moment has spawned quite the movement in Milwaukee. The ballpark announced Friday that “Murph’s Pocket Pancakes” will be sold at American Family Field during Sunday games for the rest of the season, starting with this weekend’s series against the New York Mets.

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FILE - Billy Howton of the Green Bay Packers in Philadelphia, on Jan. 27, 1958, after a conference on the feasibility of a player pension plan. (AP Photo/Bill Ingraham)

Packers star Billy Howton, believed to have been the oldest living NFL player, dies at 95

August 8, 2025

Billy Howton, a former Green Bay Packers star regarded as one of the most productive wide receivers of the pre-Super Bowl era who was a founder and the first president of the NFL Players Association, has died. He was 95. An obituary states Howton died in Houston on Monday. Bradshaw-Carter Funeral Home confirmed his death on Friday. Howton was born in Littlefield, Texas, in 1930. He was believed to have been the oldest living NFL player. Howton scored the Packers’ first receiving touchdown at Lambeau Field in 1957. He led the league in receiving yards twice, was named to four Pro Bowls and was a two-time All-Pro.

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ARCHIVO – En esta foto de arresto sin fecha, proporcionada por el Departamento de Correccionales de Tennessee, se muestra a Byron Black. (Departamento de Correccionales de Tennessee vía AP, Archivo)

Attorney says heart device did not shock Tennessee man in execution who said he was ‘hurting so bad’

August 8, 2025

The attorney for a Tennessee man who said he was “hurting so bad” during his lethal injection this week says his implanted defibrillator did not shock him during the execution. Kelley Henry, an attorney for Byron Black, said Friday that her team received an initial evaluation of the data from his implantable cardioverter defibrillator during Black’s execution. She said the ICD information eliminates one possible cause for Black’s comment about pain, and other actions such as the instances in which he picked his head up off the gurney and groaned. But she said many questions remain unanswered.

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Tommy Fleetwood, of England, watches his tee shot on the seventh hole during the second round of the St. Jude Championship golf tournament Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Tommy Fleetwood finds his groove and builds a big lead at PGA Tour playoffs opener

August 8, 2025

Tommy Fleetwood is giving himself another chance at finally winning on the PGA Tour. The English star had four straight birdies on the back nine for the second straight day. He shot 64 in the FedEx St. Jude Championship for a four-shot lead before the round was interrupted by storms. Collin Morikawa and Akshay Bhatia were four behind. Justin Rose also was four back and had two holes remaining when he returns Saturday morning. Fleetwood had a tour title get away from him in June at the Travelers Championship. He has won big tournaments in Europe, just not on the PGA Tour.

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark reacts during the first half of a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings Friday, Aug. 1, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Indiana Fever to face Chicago Sky without Caitlin Clark, 2 other key injured players

August 8, 2025

The Indiana Fever will face the rival Chicago Sky on Saturday without Caitlin Clark and two other key players who suffered season-ending injuries in Thursday’s loss at Phoenix. Clark has not played since injuring her right groin in the second-to-last game before the All-Star break. Coach Stephanie White still has not provided a timetable for Clark’s return. But her continued absence has now been complicated by the additional losses of Sydney Colson and Aari McDonald. Colson tore the anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee during the first quarter of Thursday’s game. McDonald suffered a broken bone in her right foot during the same game.

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FILE - Rep. Billy Long, R-Mo., asks questions during hearing May 14, 2020, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Greg Nash/Pool via AP, File)

Trump removes Billy Long as IRS commissioner, giving him the shortest-ever tenure in the role

August 8, 2025

President Donald Trump has removed former U.S. Rep. Billy Long as IRS commissioner less than two months after his confirmation. It wasn’t immediately clear why Long was dismissed. His quick exit makes him the shortest-tenured IRS commissioner confirmed by the Senate since the position was created in 1862. Long announced on social media that Trump nominated him for an ambassadorship to Iceland. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will serve as acting IRS commissioner. Long’s departure adds to the turmoil at the IRS, which has faced significant turnover and staff reductions. Long, a former auctioneer, had no background in tax administration and previously sponsored legislation to eliminate the IRS.

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A firefighter battles the Canyon Fire on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Hasley Canyon, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Firefighters make progress against blaze that forced thousands to flee north of Los Angeles

August 8, 2025

Firefighters in a mountainous area north of Los Angeles are making good progress in their battle against a brush fire that forced thousands of people to evacuate. The Ventura County Fire Department says the Canyon Fire ignited Thursday afternoon and spread rapidly in dry, steep terrain in Ventura and Los Angeles counties to cover more than 8 square miles. It was 25% contained as of Friday afternoon. The fire is burning just south of Lake Piru, a reservoir located in the Los Padres National Forest. It’s close by Lake Castaic, a popular recreation area burned by the Hughes Fire in January.

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FILE - Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period in Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series, April 30, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Panthers’ Tkachuk says he’s undecided on whether to have surgery to address last season’s injuries

August 8, 2025

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk said he is still undecided whether to get surgery this offseason to address the significant injuries he suffered in the the 4 Nations Face-Off earlier this year. Tkachuk told ESPN in a story posted Friday that while he’s hoping to return to the ice soon after playing the Stanley Cup playoffs with a torn adductor muscle and a sports hernia injury, he could miss a couple months if he has surgery. Tkachuk revealed he sustained the injuries while playing for Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off in February. Despite the injuries, he had 23 points in 23 playoff games. The Panthers begin the regular season against the Chicago Blackhawks on October 7.

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Deion Sanders feels like ‘my old self’ after treatment for bladder cancer, concentrating on football

August 8, 2025

Deion Sanders appreciates questions about his health after a recent scare. The Colorado coach says he feels healthy and vibrant. Sanders has returned to the team after treatment for bladder cancer. He’s focused on preparing for the season opener against Georgia Tech on August 29. A key task is deciding between quarterbacks Julian Lewis and Kaidon Salter. Sanders says the team will play a different style of offense this year. He’s taking his time to evaluate the quarterbacks, with a hand from Byron Leftwich. Sanders, who turns 58 on Saturday, says he’s enjoying life and learning to trust his instincts more.

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FILE - A newspaper with a photograph of Etan Patz is seen on May 28, 2012, at a makeshift memorial in the SoHo neighborhood of New York, where Patz lived before his disappearance on May 25, 1979. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)

Prosecutors may appeal to US Supreme Court on 1979 missing child Etan Patz case

August 8, 2025

Prosecutors say they may appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to try to restore a murder conviction in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz. A federal appeals court recently overturned the conviction of Pedro Hernandez. He is the former shop clerk who became a suspect over 30 years after the New York City first-grader vanished. Prosecutors asked the appeals court Friday to hold off sending the case back to a lower-level federal judge to set a retrial date. A message seeking comment was sent to Hernandez’s lawyers. Hernandez already has been tried twice, as his 2017 conviction came after a prior jury couldn’t reach a verdict.

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Shane van Gisbergen, right, celebrates with a crew member after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Sonoma Raceway, Sunday, July 13, 2025, in Sonoma, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Trackhouse Racing signs Shane van Gisbergen to multiyear extension

August 8, 2025

Shane van Gisbergen has earned a multiyear extension with Trackhouse Racing after making the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs as a rookie. The team announced Friday that the Auckland, New Zealand, native will continue “for years to come.” No further terms were released. With victories from the pole position at Mexico City, Chicago and Sonoma Raceway, van Gisbergen has secured the fourth seed in the 2025 playoffs with three races remaining in the regular season.

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FILE - FAFSA website is seen on Adjovi Golo's laptop at DePaul University in Chicago, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

FAFSA application is open for early testing. Here’s what to know.

August 8, 2025

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27 school year has opened for a limited number of students as part of a beta test, according to the Department of Education. The department is rolling out two beta testing phases before the application becomes fully available to everyone in October. Initially, the FAFSA form will be available for a small number of students and families, chosen through existing partnerships with community organizations and schools. In September, students can request participation in the second phase of beta testing, but participation will be limited. The FAFSA determines eligibility for federal financial aid for college.

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This photo provided by Flagler County Sheriff's Office in Florida shows Autumn Bardisa being taken into custody Tuesday, Aug. 5, in Palm Coast, Fla. (Flagler County Sheriff's Office via AP)

A Florida woman posed as a nurse and treated thousands of unsuspecting patients, officials say

August 8, 2025

Authorities say a Florida woman posed as a licensed nurse and provided medical care to thousands of patients. Officials say 29-year-old Autumn Marie Bardisa participated in medical services involving more than 4,400 people from June 2024 until January 2025. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office says she faces multiple charges, including practicing health care without a license. She’s being held on a $70,000 bond and is due in court next month. Officials say Bardisa used another health care worker’s license number to gain employment at a medical facility. No lawyer who could speak on Bardisa’s behalf was listed in local court records.

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FILE - Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., listens to journalists at the end of his visit to Israel, in Jerusalem, Wednesday, 2024. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo, File)

Bauer, South Carolina’s former lieutenant governor, ends GOP primary challenge to Sen. Graham

August 8, 2025

Former South Carolina Lt. Gov. André Bauer has suspended his GOP primary challenge to Sen. Lindsey Graham. Bauer announced the decision on social media, citing a “political climate that rewards deception over honesty.” He launched his campaign 38 days ago, criticizing Graham for not being conservative enough. Bauer has not endorsed any remaining candidates. Graham, who has President Trump’s support, wished Bauer well. Bauer, a longtime Trump backer, previously served as South Carolina’s lieutenant governor and has run for other offices. Republicans dominate South Carolina politics, making GOP primaries highly competitive.

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Democratic state lawmakers from across the U.S. and their supporters protest outside the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 in Boston. (AP Photo/Leah Willingham)

How closely do congressional delegations reflect how people vote? Not very

August 8, 2025

At the core of the fight in Texas over redrawing the state’s congressional districts is a debate over a time-honored right spelled out in the Constitution: Every two years, “the People” get to pick someone to represent their interests in the U.S. House of Representatives. But just how closely do those choices reflect the overall political leanings of the people? In many cases, not very closely at all, although that’s not always because of partisan gerrymandering. State congressional maps often produce House delegations that are much more lopsided in favor of one party than the state’s partisan demographics might suggest.

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Rana Mourer waves an American flag outside of the migrant detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition facility, Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Ochopee, Fla. (AP Photo/Alexandra Rodriguez)

Florida updated agreement on handling detainees at ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ but a month after it opened

August 8, 2025

Florida’s corrections agency and ICE updated an agreement on handling federal immigration detainees, but they did it more than a month after ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ opened. This update was made public Thursday in court documents. The facility built in the Florida Everglades has faced criticism for allegedly restricting detainees’ access to attorneys and immigration courts. A civil rights lawsuit has been filed, and a federal judge has ordered officials to clarify who has legal authority over detainees. Another judge in a separate lawsuit temporarily halted construction on Thursday while she considers whether it violates environmental laws. Florida claims detainees have had access to legal counsel.

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Akshay Bhatia hits out of the bunker on the second hole during the first round of the St. Jude Championship golf tournament Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Akshay Bhatia shoots career-best 62 to lead in Memphis. Scheffler is 5 back

August 8, 2025

Akshay Bhatia had a great finish to get his PGA Tour postseason off to a great start. Bhatia closed eagle-birdie-birdie for 62  in the FedEx St. Jude Championship. That’s the low round of his PGA Tour career and gives him a one-shot lead over Tommy Fleetwood. Two shots back was a group that included Bud Cauley and Harry Hall. They’re both on the bubble to be among the top 50 who advance in the FedEx Cup playoffs. Scottie Scheffler shot a 67 in his first tournament since winning the British Open. It was his 10th consecutive round in the 60s.

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, left, chats with Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla at the football team's NFL training camp, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Boston Celtics sign coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension

August 8, 2025

Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens has said throughout the offseason that that team wanted Joe Mazzulla to be its coach for a long time.  It made that more than a proclamation Friday, announcing it has signed Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension. Length and details of the new deal were not released. The 37-year-old Mazzulla is coming off his third season as Boston’s coach and has guided the team to the playoffs each season, including the franchise’s 18th NBA title to cap the 2023-24 season. Under Mazzulla, the Celtics have won at least 57 games each of those seasons and topped 60 victories in each of the last two.

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Owner Michelle Souliere, left, chats with a frequent customer at the Green Hand Bookstore in Portland, Maine, on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

From Stephen King to New Jersey diners, History Press books cover local lore around the US

August 8, 2025

A writer from Maine, Sharon Kitchens has turned her passion for Stephen King’s books into a published work. Her book, “Stephen King’s Maine,” explores the real-life settings and inspirations behind King’s stories. Published by The History Press, it’s part of a series focused on regional and local histories. The History Press is now part of Arcadia Publishing and aims to make community histories accessible. Kitchens’ book gained attention after Stephen King endorsed it on Instagram. The History Press often works with local specialists who are passionate about preserving their community’s history, offering them a platform to share untold stories.

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Soaking up the Rays – Safely

August 8, 2025

Dr. Lycia Thornburg Embraces Healthy Outdoor Fun in the Sun Lycia Thornburg grew up knowing she wanted to be a doctor. There was something about science and helping people that drew her in. “I didn’t know exactly what kind of doctor I wanted to be back then, but I knew I wanted to be one.” […]

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The Rev. Oona Casanova Vazquez, lead pastor of the South Bay Church of the Nazarene in Torrance, stands outside Santa Ana Immigration Court during a prayer vigil for immigrants in Santa Ana, Calif., Thursday, July 31, 2025. (AP Photo/Deepa Bharath)

Faith leaders rally to support immigrants facing deportation in Southern California

August 8, 2025

Faith leaders in Southern California have been supporting immigrant communities during increased immigration arrests and raids. Many pastors and people of faith have been offering comfort, holding prayer vigils and accompanying refugees and asylum-seekers to their court hearings. Churches and nonprofits are also delivering groceries, food and medicine to those afraid they’ll be arrested when they leave their homes. Some congregations are also providing rent assistance to individuals who have lost or quit their jobs out of fear of being apprehended. Others are streaming live services so those who are apprehensive will not be isolated from their congregations.

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Former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft walk on the field before the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea and PSG in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Bronze statue of Tom Brady to be unveiled before Patriots’ exhibition opener

August 8, 2025

Tom Brady left his imprint all over the New England Patriots’ record books during his stellar two-decade run with the team. Now, he is set to become the first player in franchise history to be honored with a statue. The bronze statue will be unveiled Friday before New England’s exhibition game against the Washington Commanders. Brady will be on hand for the ceremony, which is scheduled to include an address to fans. Fans are being allowed into the plaza in front of Gillette Stadium four hours before the game to accommodate what is expected to be a large crowd.

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll leaves the field after an NFL preseason football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Pete Carroll, Geno Smith return to Seattle with Raiders

August 8, 2025

Pete Carroll played a new role in familiar territory Thursday night, with his first preseason game as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders coming against the Seattle Seahawks. The former Seattle coach clearly felt at home before the 23-23 tie, talking with many Seahawks players on the field during warmups and generally being his outgoing, energetic self. Carroll spent 14 seasons in Seattle, going 137-89-1. He was at the helm for some of the most memorable moments in team history, including the 2013 Super Bowl championship with the dominant “Legion of Boom” defense, before the Seahawks parted ways with him after the 2023 season. Las Vegas starting quarterback Geno Smith also made a return to Seattle.

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