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September 28, 2025.

Georgia Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones speaks at a rally kicking off his 2026 campaign for governor on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, in Flovilla, Ga. (AP Photo/Jeff Amy)

Georgia’s 2026 candidates still can’t escape fallout from Trump’s false 2020 election claims

September 28, 2025

Fallout from the 2020 presidential election feels like it may never end in Georgia. Decisions made following Democrat Joe Biden’s narrow win — and Donald Trump’s false claims of victory that year — still define politics in the Peach State as 2026 elections approach. Some Republicans fear showcasing those questions could turn off a wider electorate more worried about economic issues even if the Trump fervor still drives many GOP voters. Disputes over 2020 still rage in other states including Michigan and Arizona. But in Georgia, 2020’s fallout may define the Republican choice for governor in 2026 and influence other races, including Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff’s reelection bid.

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Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, second from right, yells at officials as she is restrained by Lynx associate head coach Eric Thibault, center, and Lynx guard Natisha Hiedeman, right, after being ejected after earning a second technical foul during the second half of Game 3 of a WNBA basketball playoff semifinals series game against the Phoenix Mercury Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Top-seeded Minnesota Lynx see dream season end early after frustrating 3-game tailspin

September 28, 2025

The Minnesota Lynx have seen their season end after losing to the Phoenix Mercury 86-81 in Game 4 of the playoff semifinal. Despite having the league’s best record, the Lynx lost three straight games in the playoffs, blowing a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter Sunday. Veteran All-Star Kayla McBride scored 31 points, but it wasn’t enough to force a Game 5. The Lynx played without suspended coach Cheryl Reeve and All-Star guard Napheesa Collier, who was injured. Minnesota was a favorite to reach the Finals but faced challenges with officiating and key absences.

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) is stopped as he carries the ball by Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons, rear, in overtime of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Micah Parsons’ hyped return to Dallas ends with Cowboys and Packers in 40-40 tie

September 28, 2025

Brandon Aubrey and Brandon McManus traded short field goals in overtime, and Micah Parsons’ highly anticipated return to Dallas ended with the Cowboys and Green Bay Packers in a 40-40 tie. Dak Prescott and Jordan Love had three touchdown passes apiece in regulation, which included seven consecutive lead-changing TDs before McManus’ tying 53-yard field goal as time expired. McManus kicked a 34-yarder as the clock hit 0:00 in overtime, just after Love’s pass into the back of the end zone fell incomplete with just a second remaining.

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In this image from video provided by Utah State Courts, Tyler James Robinson attends a virtual court hearing from prison in Utah, on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk. (Utah State Courts via AP)

Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination case faces court hearing

September 28, 2025

The 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk will have a court hearing Monday where he and his newly appointed legal counsel will decide whether they want a preliminary hearing where the judge will determine if there is enough evidence against him to go forward with a trial. Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder and plan to seek the death penalty. The hearing in Provo is open to the public, just a few miles from the Utah Valley University campus where many students are still processing trauma from the Sept. 10 shooting.

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President Donald Trump walks to speak with reporters after greeting supporters before departing the White House, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Government shutdown draws closer as congressional leaders head to the White House

September 28, 2025

Democratic and Republican congressional leaders are heading to the White House in a late effort to avoid a government shutdown. But both sides have shown hardly any willingness to budge. If government funding legislation is not passed by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump on Tuesday night, many government offices will be temporarily shuttered and non-exempt federal employees will be furloughed. Republicans are daring Democrats to vote against legislation that would keep government funding mostly at current levels. But Democrats are holding firm and using one of their few points of leverage to demand action on extending health care benefits.

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Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally, center, fouls Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride (21) during the first half of Game 4 of a WNBA basketball playoff semifinals series, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Samantha Chow)

Mercury overcome 13-point deficit in 4th quarter, beat Lynx 86-81 to advance to WNBA Finals

September 28, 2025

Alyssa Thomas scores 23 points, and DeWanna Bonner hits clutch 3-pointers in the fourth quarter as the Phoenix Mercury rally from a 13-point deficit to beat the Minnesota Lynx 86-81 in Game 4. The Mercury advance to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2021. Phoenix will face the Indiana-Las Vegas winner in the championship series. Indiana forced a Game 5 earlier Sunday with a 90-83 home victory. The Mercury won the last three games of the best-of-five semifinal series against the top-seeded Lynx. Bonner scores 11 points in the fourth quarter, while Satou Sabally adds 21 points. Minnesota’s Kayla McBride leads with 31 points. The Lynx play without coach Cheryl Reeve and All-Star guard Napheesa Collier

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New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) reacts to an injury during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Giants’ Malik Nabers carted off against Chargers with knee injury

September 28, 2025

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers was carted off the field with an injured right knee against the Los Angeles Chargers. The injury happened in the second quarter Sunday when Nabers attempted to catch a deep pass from Jaxson Dart, who was making his first NFL start. Trainers rushed to assist Nabers. The Giants didn’t provide an update on the injury after the game. But the fear is that it could be a serious injury to Nabers’ ACL, which would be a significant blow to the Giants’ offense.

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Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio, right, watches his walk off three-run home run off Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jose Corniell as Jonah Heim, left, watches during the tenth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Phil Long)

Rocchio’s walk-off homer embodies Guardians’ 2nd-half rally to AL Central title

September 28, 2025

It was fitting in many ways that Brayan Rocchio hit the walk-off homer that put an exclamation point on the Cleveland Guardians’ historic run to an AL Central title. Even though Cleveland had secured its 13th division crown in the eighth inning when Boston beat Detroit, the Guardians weren’t content to let the AL Central race finish in a tie and win it on a tiebreaker. Cleveland rallied from two runs down to force extra innings. Texas pinch-hitter Rowdy Tellez put the Rangers up 8-5 with a three-run homer in the 10th, but the Guardians came back again with Bo Naylor’s RBI double in the bottom half and then Rocchio’s three-run drive down the right-field line that hit the foul pole and gave them a 9-8 victory.

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Europe's Rory McIlroy celebrates after a putt on the 15th hole during their singles match on the Bethpage Black golf course at the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Farmingdale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Rory McIlroy calls out ‘unacceptable and abusive behavior’ from Bethpage fans at Ryder Cup

September 28, 2025

Rory McIlroy won the Ryder Cup and then called out the hostile New York crowd for “unacceptable and abusive behavior.” Over his five matches at Bethpage Black, McIlroy endured a torrent of insults about everything from his personal life to past failures on the golf course. People shouted out as he lined up to swing and putt. Someone threw a beer at his wife. Over his five matches at Bethpage Black, McIlroy endured a torrent of insults about everything from his personal life to past failures on the golf course. People shouted out as he lined up to swing and putt. Someone threw a beer at his wife.

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New York Yankees' Max Fried pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Red Sox and Yankees meet in high-profile Wild Card Series starting Tuesday

September 28, 2025

Aaron Judge prefers to focus on the Yankees’ upcoming Wild Card Series against Boston rather than past losses. Despite beating the Orioles and finishing with a 94-68 record, the Yankees lost the division title to Toronto on a tiebreaker. The Yankees will host the Red Sox in a best-of-three series starting Tuesday. Boston’s Garrett Crochet and New York’s Max Fried start the opener in a matchup of top left-handers, followed by Brayan Bello of the Red Sox and Carlos Rodón of the Yankees in Game 2. The Yankees have home-field advantage due to a better record than Boston.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani runs toward first base as he doubles against the Seattle Mariners during a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

What to watch during MLB’s best-of-three Wild Card Series this week

September 28, 2025

Major League Baseball’s postseason is about to start with some spicy Wild Card Series matchups. The American League features a classic rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, with all games at Yankee Stadium. The Detroit Tigers face the Cleveland Guardians, seeking revenge after losing a big lead in September. In the National League, the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Cincinnati Reds, and the San Diego Padres take on the Chicago Cubs. The Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners, Milwaukee Brewers and Philadelphia Phillies have earned byes to the Division Series.

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Europe's Shane Lowry celebrates after making the winning putt putt on the 18th hole during their singles match on the Bethpage Black golf course at the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Farmingdale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Shane Lowry makes the clinching Ryder Cup putt: ‘Coolest thing I’ve done in my life’

September 28, 2025

With a sure thing slipping from Europe’s grasp at the Ryder Cup, Shane Lowry saved the day. He made a 6-foot putt to clinch a tie in his match with Russell Henley and secure the halve that gave Europe its 14th point it needed to bring the cup home. Lowry joins a solid list of Irish golfers who have come up big at the Ryder Cup, including Graeme McDowell, Paul McGinley and Darren Clarke. As a bonus, Europe will defend the cup two years from now in the Irish city of Limerick.

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FILE - Terence Crawford fights David Avanesyan during a WBO welterweight title boxing bout on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, in Omaha, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz, File)

Omaha police ticket boxing champ Crawford for reckless driving, order him out of vehicle at gunpoint

September 28, 2025

Omaha police ordered champion champion boxer Terence Crawford out of his vehicle at gunpoint during a traffic stop for reckless driving. The stop early Sunday happened hours after the city held a parade to celebrate Crawford’s victory over Canelo Alvarez. A video of the incident circulated on social media. Police chief Todd Schmaderer ordered an internal affairs investigation, supported by Mayor John Ewing. Officers observed a firearm in Crawford’s vehicle. All occupants were found to be legally permitted to carry firearms. Crawford was ticketed for reckless driving. His victory over Alvarez in Las Vegas made him the unified super middleweight champion.

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New York Mets' Pete Alonso gathers his belongings in the dugout after the Mets lost to the Miami Marlins in a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Mets All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso will opt out of contract and test free agency again

September 28, 2025

Pete Alonso says he will opt out of his contract with the New York Mets and enter free agency again. The decision is no surprise, but the All-Star first baseman made his plans clear Sunday after the Mets missed the playoffs with a 4-0 loss to the Miami Marlins. Alonso tested the open market last offseason before staying with the team that drafted him in 2016. He signed a $54 million, two-year contract that paid him $30 million this season with a $24 million player option for 2026. The 30-year-old Alonso earned his fifth All-Star selection this season. He batted a career-best .272 with 38 home runs, 126 RBIs and a career-high 41 doubles.

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Department of Homeland Security officials walk to the gates of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility after inspecting an area outside on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

Oregon leaders say Trump is deploying 200 National Guard troops within the state

September 28, 2025

Two hundred members of the Oregon National Guard are being placed under federal control and deployed to protect immigration enforcement officers and government facilities. The deployment was described in a Defense Department memo received by state leaders on Sunday and is being made over their objections. It’s similar to one last summer in Los Angeles, where protesters demonstrated against deportation operations, but is on a much smaller scale. President Donald Trump had announced on Saturday that he would send troops to Portland, but the state’s Democratic governor said she objected to the deployment. The state attorney general said he had filed a federal lawsuit, arguing the president was overstepping his authority.

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Chase Elliott celebrates in Victory Lane after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)

Elliott steals Kansas Speedway race in wild overtime finish, secures spot in 3rd round of playoffs

September 28, 2025

Chase Elliott has pulled off an unexpected win at Kansas Speedway. He drove from eighth to first in a two-lap overtime sprint, securing a spot in the third round of NASCAR’s playoffs. Denny Hamlin dominated most of the race, leading 159 laps, but late issues cost him the victory. Bubba Wallace was in position to win after a red-flag stoppage, battling Christopher Bell. Hamlin caught up, but Elliott smashed past him for his second win of the season. Elliott joins Ryan Blaney in the next playoff round. The field will be cut to eight drivers after next week’s race in Concord, North Carolina.

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United States captain Keegan Bradley watches on the 16th hole during their singles match on the Bethpage Black golf course at the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Farmingdale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

In close Ryder Cup loss, Keegan Bradley singles out Bethpage Black course setup as mistake

September 28, 2025

Asked what he might have done differently in a Ryder Cup that got away early, U.S. captain Keegan Bradley focused on the way he set up the course at Bethpage Black. It was one of many decisions he made that played into a closer-than-expected 15-13 loss. Bradley’s decision to stick some strange foursomes pairings and also not to choose himself for this team could have played into the loss. In the end, though, he said not setting up Bethpage to be its typically brawny self might have given the Europeans a slight edge in their first away victory since 2012.

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Philadelphia Phillies' Trea Turner fouls the ball off during the third inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Trea Turner wins NL batting title with record-low .304 average, and Aaron Judge leads majors at .331

September 28, 2025

Philadelphia’s Trea Turner won his second National League batting title with a record-low .304 average, and the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge earned his first American League championship by leading the major leagues at .331. San Diego’s Tony Gwynn had the previous low for an NL champion at .313 in 1988. The only lower average by any batting champion was .301 by Boston’s Carl Yastrzemski, who won the AL title in 1968. Turner, who went 0 for 2 on Sunday in his return from a strained right hamstring, was the NL’s only .300 hitter. The previous low of three was set in 2022 and matched last year.

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson sits on the bench after being replaced by Cooper Rush during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Banged-up Ravens lose Lamar Jackson, 4 other starters to injuries against the Chiefs

September 28, 2025

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has left the game against the Kansas City Chiefs with a right hamstring injury. This happened late in the third quarter on Sunday. The Ravens have been hit hard by injuries, losing key players like left tackle Ronnie Stanley and cornerback Marlon Humphrey. Jackson was sacked by Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis, forcing the Ravens to settle for a field goal. Cooper Rush took over but couldn’t convert on fourth down. Jackson completed 14 of 20 passes for 147 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Baltimore is missing seven defensive starters due to injuries.

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New York Mets' Pete Alonso, left, stands with Francisco Lindor after flying out with the bases loaded during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Mets can’t overcome poor 2nd half of season, miss playoffs with season-ending loss at Miami

September 28, 2025

The New York Mets entered Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Miami Marlins with a singular goal: win. That was the only thing manager Carlos Mendoza’s fading team could still control in its bid to reach the postseason. But those hopes dissipated in one decisive inning. New York could not overcome a four-run fourth by the Marlins, and the Mets were eliminated from the playoff field with a 4-0 loss. The Mets missed the postseason a year after reaching the National League Championship Series and after holding the best record in the majors on June 12 — a stunning collapse for the star-studded club with a major league-high $322.6 million payroll on opening day. New York’s loss meant Cincinnati earned the final NL wild card despite losing at Milwaukee.

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Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) reacts after being fouled during the second half of Game 4 of a WNBA basketball playoff semifinals series against the Las Vegas Aces in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell lead Fever past Aces 90-83 to even series and set up decisive Game 5

September 28, 2025

All-Star center Aliyah Boston finished with 24 points and 14 rebounds while Kelsey Mitchell scored 25 points to help the Indiana Fever avoid elimination in the WNBA semifinals with a 90-83 victory over the second-seeded Las Vegas Aces on Sunday. The best-of-five series is now tied 2-2 with a winner-take-all Game 5 set for Tuesday in Las Vegas. The winner faces either top-seeded Minnesota or fourth-seeded Phoenix. A’ja Wilson scored 31 points to become the seventh player in league history with 1,000 points in her playoff career. But the Fever led the entire second half and closed it out late when Las Vegas mistakenly called an extra timeout, resulting in a technical foul and possession going back to the Fever.

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Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz is congratulated after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Reds earn 1st playoff berth since 2020 as they capitailze on Mets’ big fade

September 28, 2025

The Cincinnati Reds are back in the playoffs for the first time since 2020 after overtaking the New York Mets for the National League’s third and final wild card on the season’s final weekend. Cincinnati got to the postseason with plenty of help from the stumbling Mets. The Reds blew an opportunity to clinch a playoff spot on their own Sunday when they squandered a 2-0 lead in a 4-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. But they still earned the NL’s last postseason spot when the Mets lost 4-0 to the Miami Marlins.

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Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Jose De Leon reacts after recording the final out of the top of the sixth inning during a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Jim Davis)

Red Sox beat Tigers 4-3, clinching AL Central title for Guardians

September 28, 2025

José De León pitched a career-high 6 2/3 innings in his first outing in two years to help the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers that clinched the AL Central title for the Cleveland Guardians. Masataka Yoshida and David Hamilton homered, depriving the Tigers of a chance at the division crown. The Red Sox had clinched a postseason berth on Friday, and the Tigers did so on Saturday. De León, called up from Triple-A, allowed three runs on eight hits and three walks. Greg Weissert pitched the ninth for his fourth save. Both teams now await their wild-card opponents.

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FILE - Shoppers head into an Albertson's grocery store Nov. 23, 2024, in Cheyenne, Wyo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Albertsons recalls several deli items due to potential listeria contamination

September 28, 2025

Albertsons Companies has recalled several deli products due to potential listeria contamination. The recall follows federal warnings about similar contamination concerns with pasta meals sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s. On Saturday, Albertsons announced it was pulling five deli items containing a recalled bowtie pasta ingredient from Nate’s Fine Foods. The items include basil pesto pasta salad and pasta dishes with chicken and spinach. The recalled products were sold in various Albertsons-owned stores across more than a dozen states. Albertsons advises consumers to discard the products or return them for a refund. No illnesses have been reported related to these products, per the company.

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Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run off Seattle Mariners pitcher Caleb Ferguson during the seventh inning of a baseball game Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

Shohei Ohtani hits his career-high 55th homer of the season to break his own Dodgers record

September 28, 2025

Shohei Ohtani has set a career high with his 55th home run of the season, breaking his own franchise record for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The two-way superstar hit a 412-foot solo shot to center field off Seattle Mariners left-hander Gabe Speier, boosting Los Angeles’ lead to 5-0 in the seventh inning. Ohtani had 54 home runs last season, his first with the Dodgers. His most in six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels was 46 in 2021. The 31-year-old Ohtani has 102 RBIs, reaching 100 for the third time. On the mound, the right-hander is 1-1 with a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts following his return from elbow surgery.

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Europe's Shane Lowry celebrates after making the winning putt putt on the 18th hole during their singles match on the Bethpage Black golf course at the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Farmingdale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Europe retains the Ryder Cup and reasserts dominance over Americans

September 28, 2025

Europe is keeping the Ryder Cup, just like everyone expected. It didn’t happen without a few nervous moments. The Americans rallied from a seven-point deficit to have a flicker of hope. Europe needed only two points to retain the cup. Ludvig Aberg in the fifth match got the first one. Matt Fitzpatrick earned a halve that felt like a consolation because he had Bryson DeChambeau down by 5 holes at one point. And then Shane Lowry delivered the magic and added his name to Irish lore. His birdied on the 18th hole gave Europe a half to reach 14 points.

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Leonardo DiCaprio greets fans during a red carpet event for the film "One Battle After Another" in Mexico City, Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)

‘One Battle After Another’ opens with $22.4 million

September 28, 2025

“One Battle After Another,” Paul Thomas Anderson’s widely acclaimed American epic of rebellion and resistance, opened with $22.4 million in ticket sales from North American theaters over the weekend. Anderson’s ultracontemporary opus signifies a major gamble by Warner Bros. With “One Battle After Another,” the studio is making a $130 million-plus bet that audiences would come out for 170-minute-long powerhouse drama from one of cinema’s most celebrated auteurs the way they usually only turn up for a franchise or superhero movie.

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New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson (84) and quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) celebrate after Johnson scored a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Dart’s impressive debut leads Giants to 1st win over Chargers, but await word on Nabers’ injury

September 28, 2025

Jaxson Dart shined in his NFL starting debut, leading the New York Giants to a 21-18 victory over the previously undefeated Los Angeles Chargers. Dart threw a touchdown pass and ran for another score, helping the Giants secure their first win of the season. The excitement was a bit tempered by an injury to wide receiver Malik Nabers, who was carted off with a knee injury in the second quarter. The Giants’ defense also played a crucial role, with Brian Burns sacking Justin Herbert late in the game.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs the ball for a first down during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Fake tush push and special teams TD help Eagles beat Bucs 31-25 to stay undefeated

September 28, 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles used a fake tush push, another special teams touchdown and a late defensive stop to stay undefeated. Jalen Hurts tossed two touchdown passes, Sydney Brown returned a blocked punt for a score and the Eagles beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-25 for their 20th victory in 21 games. The only loss in that span for the reigning Super Bowl champions was against Washington last December in a game Hurts left with a concussion in the first half. Chase McLaughlin’s 65-yard field goal for Tampa Bay on the final play of the first half was the longest in NFL history in an outdoor stadium.

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Athletics' Jacob Wilson takes first base after getting hit by a pitch from Kansas City Royals pitcher Carlos Estévez, not shown, during the ninth inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Sara Nevis)

Athletics will wear ‘Sacramento’ on their alternate jerseys in the 2026 season

September 28, 2025

After spending this season in California’s capital city without acknowledging that on their uniforms, the Athletics have announced they will have “Sacramento” written on gold alternate jerseys in 2026. The A’s were in Oakland for 57 seasons through 2024, but plan to move to Las Vegas beginning in 2028. They’re using Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, the home of the San Francisco Giants’ Triple-A affiliate, for at least three seasons until a proposed ballpark in Vegas is built. The A’s will wear the “Sacramento” jerseys for Saturday home games and possibly other games as well next season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw pretends to throw on the mound after the team's win in a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw will not be on Wild Card Series roster

September 28, 2025

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw, who will start Sunday’s regular-season finale in Seattle against the Mariners, will be left off Los Angeles’ roster for the Wild Card Series. Prior to Sunday’s contest, manager Dave Roberts said Kershaw will go “as long as he can” and not be shortened up as a way of managing his innings. On Wednesday, Kershaw made his first relief appearance of the season and tossed a scoreless inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, Kershaw returned to the rotation on Sunday to make the final regular-season start of his career.

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This undated image released by the U.S. Agriculture Department's Food Safety and Inspection Service shows "State Fair Corn Dogs". (U.S. Agriculture Department's Food Safety and Inspection Service via AP)

58M pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled because wood pieces may be inside

September 28, 2025

About 58 million pounds of corn dogs and other sausage-on-a-stick products are being recalled across the U.S. because wood pieces may be embedded in the batter. The Agriculture Department’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall on Saturday. It covers certain “State Fair Corn Dogs on a Stick” and “Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick” products from Hillshire Brands, a Tyson Foods subsidiary. The issue was discovered after consumer complaints, with five injuries reported. The products were made between March 17 and last Friday. Consumers should either discard or return the products — and check online for further information.

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Arkansas coach Sam Pittman heads to the locker room following a loss to Notre Dame in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)

Arkansas fires coach Sam Pittman in middle of 6th season with 32-34 record

September 28, 2025

Arkansas has fired Sam Pittman as head coach after a 32-34 record. Offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, who previously coached Arkansas before leaving in scandal, is now interim head coach. Athletic director Hunter Yurachek announced the decision on Sunday, citing the need for a change to make the team more competitive. The move follows a 56-13 loss to Notre Dame. Pittman became head coach in December 2019. Yurachek says a national search for a new head coach will begin immediately, with Petrino as a candidate. Petrino was rehired in November 2023 after several other coaching roles.

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Jaxson Dart’s 15-yard touchdown run ignites Giants’ offense on opening drive of his first start

September 28, 2025

Jaxson Dart has made a strong debut as the New York Giants’ starting quarterback. Dart, the 25th overall pick from Ole Miss, ran for a 15-yard touchdown to finish a 90-yard drive on the opening possession against the undefeated Los Angeles Chargers. The game Sunday marks his first start after replacing the benched Russell Wilson. Dart received a standing ovation from the MetLife Stadium crowd. Coach Brian Daboll gave him the starting job earlier this week as the Giants seek their first win after an 0-3 start. Dart had previously taken six snaps in the past two games.

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Portland Mayor Keith Wilson speaks at a news conference in Portland, Ore., on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, after Republican President Donald Trump said he would send troops to the city. (AP Photo/Claire Rush)

Things to know about federal law enforcement activity in Portland, Chicago, Memphis

September 28, 2025

President Donald Trump’s announcement that he will send troops to Portland, agents clashing with protesters near an immigration enforcement building in suburban Chicago, and the expected arrival of the National Guard in Memphis are the most recent examples of federal law enforcement crackdowns in U.S. cities. Trump said on social media Saturday that he was directing the Department of Defense to “provide all necessary Troops to protect War ravaged Portland.” Trump said the decision was necessary to protect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities. His announcement was met with pushback from Oregon’s Democratic governor.

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Europe's Viktor Hovland waves after making a putt on the second hole at Bethpage Black golf course during the Ryder Cup golf tournament, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Farmingdale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Viktor Hovland out of Ryder Cup singles with injury. Harris English has to sit

September 28, 2025

Viktor Hovland won’t be playing Ryder Cup singles at Bethpage Black on Sunday. And neither will Harris English. Hovland withdrew because of a neck injury from warming up on the range on Saturday. The captains are required to put one name in an envelope to be scratched in case of an injury on the other side. U.S. captain Keegan Bradley put English’s name in the envelope. They were scheduled to be in the last match. The agreement calls for that match to be a halve. Europe now has a 12-5 lead before the singles get started. English was one of six U.S. qualifiers.

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FILE—Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., left, arrive to speak to members of the media outside the West Wing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, file)

Shutdown standoff deepens ahead of crucial meeting at the White House

September 28, 2025

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and Republican Leader John Thune are digging in ahead of this week’s deadline to keep the government open, showing little evidence of budging even as both sides have agreed to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday. Republicans say that Democrats need to help them pass a simple extension of government funding by Tuesday night to avoid a shutdown, and they will not agree to negotiate on it even as they will need a bipartisan vote to pass it. Democrats say they want immediate talks on health care and that they are willing to shut down the government if they don’t get concessions.

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Star-studded Global Citizen Festival reminds attendees of their power with million-dollar pledges

September 28, 2025

Global Citizen surpassed its fundraising goals at its annual music festival in New York’s Central Park. Headlined by Shakira and Cardi B, the event focused on Amazon rainforest protection, African energy access, and community education. More than 60,000 attendees heard from celebrities and diplomats. The festival secured commitments to provide clean energy for 4.6 million African homes. The European Union pledged over $638 million for climate-friendly energy. Global Citizen also announced over $280 million toward Amazon protection. The event emphasized global responsibility and the power of collective action to drive change.

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President Donald Trump gestures as he arrives at the White House, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Trump will speak at a hastily-called meeting of top military leaders, AP source says

September 28, 2025

President Donald Trump will be speaking at a hastily-called meeting of top military leaders. That word comes from a person with knowledge of Trump’s plans. Hundreds of generals and admirals — senior commanders of the one-star rank or higher and their top advisers — have been summoned for the gathering Tuesday at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, with little notice by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The person was not authorized to discuss the president’s plans before a public announcement about his attendance and spoke on condition of anonymity.

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A sign outside a home across the street from Lambeau Field thanks Dallas Cowboy's owner Jerry Jones for trading Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis., on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Steve Megargee)

Micah Parsons takes center stage as his Packers visit the Cowboys a month after trade

September 28, 2025

Micah Parsons is set to take center stage as Green Bay visits Dallas exactly a month after the Cowboys traded the star pass rusher. Parsons says he has never needed fuel for a football game. There will be plenty anyway, no matter what the two-time All-Pro says. The blockbuster deal ended a long and acrimonious contract stalemate between Parsons’ camp and Dallas owner Jerry Jones. Fans tried to implore Jones to pay Parsons as the drama lingered through training camp and the preseason. Now they might have to watch Parsons lead a Green Bay blowout.

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President Donald Trump attends the Ryder Cup golf tournament at Bethpage Black Golf Course in Farmingdale, N.Y., Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. (Mandel Ngan/Pool Photo via AP)

Trump’s shutdown blame game: Why he says Democrats are at fault

September 28, 2025

President Donald Trump is blaming Democrats for a potential government shutdown. He says they’re “crazed” and want to “shut it down.” Trump is focused on laying pressure on Democrats to either back down from their health care demands or be held responsible if a shutdown comes Wednesday. The Republican president has indicated he’s not willing to compromise with Democrats. But he’s agreed to a meeting Monday with congressional leaders from both parties. Republicans believe Democrats will be blamed if the government closes, while Democrats feel Republicans would be faulted by voters.

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Maine’s food pantries stare down volunteer shortage while anticipating cuts

September 28, 2025

Maine has one of New England’s highest food insecurity rates. Directors of its food pantries say it’s getting harder to make sure people are fed not just because of diminishing federal assistance for food banks and increasing demand. Many of the organizations also overwhelmingly rely on aging volunteers who can’t drive long distances or carry heavy boxes of food. More and more younger volunteers now seek out what the Minnesota Alliance of Nonprofit Advancement calls “event-based” volunteering. These are one-time efforts with no commitment to future shifts.

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FILE - Church President Russell M. Nelson looks on during The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' conference on April 6, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

Russell M. Nelson, oldest-ever president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dies

September 28, 2025

Russell M. Nelson, the oldest-ever president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has died at the age of 101. Church officials announced his death late Saturday night. He was 101. Church spokesperson Candice Madsen says Nelson died Saturday night at his home in Salt Lake City. The former heart surgeon had a vibrant and transformative tenure, especially his first year in 2018 when he made a surprising announcement calling on people to stop using the shorthand names “Mormon” and “LDS” as substitutes for the full name of the religion, a sharp shift after previous church leaders spent millions to promote the moniker over decades.

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