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October 7, 2025.

New York Yankees' Aaron Judge connects for a three-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's American League Division Series, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Judge rallies Yankees past Blue Jays 9-6 to save season and avert ALDS sweep

October 7, 2025

Aaron Judge hit a tying homer and drove in four runs during a clutch performance for the ages, and the New York Yankees staved off elimination by rallying from five runs down to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-6 in Game 3 of their AL Division Series. Jazz Chisholm Jr. launched a go-ahead homer in the fifth inning and the Yankees took advantage of two Toronto errors to avoid a three-game sweep. They scored eight unanswered runs and pulled to 2-1 in the best-of-five playoff, with Game 4 on Wednesday night in the Bronx.

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FILE - Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli, left, shake hands with Democratic candidate for governor Mikie Sherrill, right, before a gubernatorial debate Sept. 21, 2025, in Lawrenceville, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File)

Sherrill, Ciattarelli to meet in final debate in New Jersey governor’s race

October 7, 2025

Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli will go head-to-head in their final debate for New Jersey governor. The closely watched election is one of just two such governor’s races this year. They’re seen as an indicator of voter sentiment about President Donald Trump’s second term and how Democrats are responding. Wednesday night’s hourlong debate comes as the federal government shutdown, Sherrill’s military records and the high cost of living have been big issues in the race. Voters have already begun mailing in ballots ahead of the Nov. 4 election. Early in-person voting is scheduled for Oct. 25 to Nov. 2.

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A veteran defense lawyer turned judge will oversee the case against ex-FBI director James Comey

October 7, 2025

The federal judge overseeing the Justice Department’s prosecution of former FBI director James Comey has already handled cases in President Donald Trump’s orbit. U.S. District Judge Michael Nachmanoff is scheduled to preside over Comey’s arraignment Wednesday. He’s a relative newcomer to the bench after Democratic President Joe Biden nominated him in 2021. He was randomly assigned to Comey’s case following a grand jury indictment in Virginia on charges including obstruction of a congressional proceeding. In 2019, he presided over an arraignment for associates of former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani. More recently, he ruled against a doctor who was attacked by prominent Trump allies.

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FILE - Former FBI Director James Comey, arrivex to testify under subpoena behind closed doors before the House Judiciary and Oversight Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, Dec. 7, 2018. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Comey to make first court appearance in Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

October 7, 2025

Former FBI Director James Comey is set to make his first court appearance in a Justice Department criminal case accusing him of having lied to Congress five years ago. The arraignment on Wednesday is expected to be brief, but the case has amplified concerns that the Justice Department is being weaponized in pursuit of President Donald Trump’s political enemies. Comey is expected to plead not guilty at the federal courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia. That will kickstart a process of legal wrangling in which defense lawyers will almost certainly move to get the indictment dismissed before trial, possibly by arguing that the case amounts to a selective or vindictive prosecution.

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Workers replace the sand washed away by recent hurricanes along the gulf Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, in Indian Rocks Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Florida county battered by 2024 hurricanes spends $125M on beach restoration

October 7, 2025

The white sandy beaches along a swath of Florida’s Gulf Coast were battered by three hurricanes last year, leading to a multimillion-dollar effort to repair a coastline that is the region’s economic engine. Crews are working with dredges, trucks and pipelines along the 35-mile stretch of beach in Pinellas County that includes cities such as Clearwater Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, Belleair Beach and Redington Beach. It’s a prime tourist destination that is still recovering from hurricanes Helene, Milton and Debby. In past years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers played a major role in beach restoration, but not this time. So Pinellas County is spending more than $125 million in tourism tax revenue to cover the costs.

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Robert Roberson waits to be interviewed in a locked visitation cell at the Allan B. Polunsky Unit prison in Livingston, Texas, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Roberson, who has maintained his innocence on death row for more than 20 years, is scheduled to be executed on Oct. 16, for the 2002 killing of his 2-year-old daughter, Nikki Curtis. (AP Photo/Annie Mulligan)

Robert Roberson remains hopeful as he faces another execution date in shaken baby syndrome case

October 7, 2025

Robert Roberson hopes he will again avoid becoming the first person in the U.S. executed for a murder conviction tied to the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome. Roberson is scheduled to be executed in Texas on Oct. 16 for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter Nikki Curtis. During a prison interview with The Associated Press, Roberson maintained his innocence and says he is placing his hopes for an execution stay in the hands of his lawyers, his supporters and God. Prosecutors say Roberson physically abused his daughter. His lawyers and some medical experts say she died not from abuse but from medical complications.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., is joined by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., right, as they speak with reporters following a closed-door Republican strategy session as the government shutdown heads toward a second week, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Federal government shutdown grinds into a second week, but quiet talks emerging

October 7, 2025

As the federal government shutdown enters a second week, there’s no discernible endgame in sight. No negotiations, at least publicly, are underway. But signs of political discomfort, and quiet talks, are emerging. The Republicans who have majority control in Congress believe they have the upper hand politically, as they fend off Democratic demands to quickly fund health insurance subsidies as part of any plan to end the shutdown. But Democrats are also dug in, convinced that Americans are on their side in the fight to prevent the looming health care price spikes. Meanwhile, certain lawmakers are discussing what it would take to reopen the government, starting with addressing the health care problem.

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Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert reacts after striking out Detroit Tigers' Parker Meadows to end the second inning in Game 3 of baseball's American League Division Series Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Raleigh, Suarez, Crawford homer and Mariners top Tigers 8-4 for a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series

October 7, 2025

Cal Raleigh hit a two-run homer, Eugenio Suarez and J.P. Crawford had solo shots and the Seattle Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 8-4 on Tuesday night to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series. The Mariners are within a win of their first AL Championship Series since 2001. Their first chance to advance is on Wednesday afternoon in Game 4 at Comerica Park and if necessary, another opportunity awaits on Friday back in Seattle for a decisive Game 5. Seattle’s Logan Gilbert gave up one run on four hits while striking out seven and walking none over six innings.

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Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon stands on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Sergio Estrada)

Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon fined $100K for sideline incident with player, AP sources say

October 7, 2025

Two people with knowledge of the penalty say Arizona Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon has been fined $100,000 by the team after a heated sideline altercation with Emari Demercado following the running back’s costly fumble during the team’s 22-21 loss to the Tennessee Titans. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the team did not announce the fine. The NFL has been in contact with the NFLPA and there will be no further punishment for Gannon. The coach said on Monday that he had apologized to Demercado.

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Chicago Cubs' Jameson Taillon throws during the first inning of Game 3 of a National League wild card baseball game against the San Diego Padres Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Cubs once again turn to Jameson Taillon to avoid postseason elimination

October 7, 2025

For the second time in a week, the Chicago Cubs play a win-or-go-home game, this time against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 in their best-of-five NL Division Series. Once again, the Cubs will turn to Jameson Taillon on Wednesday. Taillon tossed four scoreless, two-hit innings against the San Diego Padres last Thursday and Chicago went on to take the deciding Game 3 of their Wild Card Series 3-1. This time, the Cubs need to prevail in three straight elimination contests to keep their season alive. The Brewers have a 2-0 lead in the series following 9-3 and 7-3 wins in Milwaukee.

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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)

Mourners remember Latter-day Saints president as a ‘healer of hearts,’ spiritually and literally

October 7, 2025

Mourners reflected on the life and legacy of Russell M. Nelson, the charismatic sentimentalist who oversaw a global temple building boom as president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, at a funeral service in Salt Lake City. He died in late September at age 101. A church official described him as “the holder of hands and the healer of hearts.” Church spokesman Doug Andersen says nearly 20,000 tickets quickly were claimed for his funeral. The Tuesday service was broadcast globally and featured tributes and music by the Tabernacle Choir. The burial service will be held at Salt Lake City Cemetery but will not be open to the public.

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FILE - A Tesla model Y and other Telsla vehicles sit at a dealership, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in Kennesaw, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)

Tesla offers cheaper versions of 2 electric vehicles in bid to win back market share in tough year

October 7, 2025

Tesla announced the launch of cheaper versions of two of its electric vehicles Tuesday in hopes of reviving flagging sales. The new Model Y, costing just under $40,000 with a stripped-down interior, comes after sales have plunged for most of the past year. The company run by Elon Musk is also offering a new Model 3 for under $37,000. Tesla has been hit hard by boycotts in response to his vocal political positions and is also facing new, stiff competition from European and Chinese electric vehicle makers. The stock is near all-time highs even though both sales and profits have plunged in recent quarters.

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A tarp covers the field as rain falls while a message is seen on a video board alerting fans the start of Game 3 of baseball's American League Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and the Seattle Mariners will be delayed Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Tigers-Mariners ALDS Game 3 starts after nearly 3-hour delay, moves to FS2, MLB Network, Fox One App

October 7, 2025

Game 3 of the AL Division Series between the Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers has started after a rain delay that lasted nearly three hours. Detroit was set to host Seattle with a late-afternoon start on Tuesday, but the infield was covered within an hour of the scheduled first pitch. The game was scheduled to air on FS1, but was moved to FS2, MLB Network and the Fox One App. The Tigers and Mariners split the first two games of the series in Seattle.

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FILE - The gaming platform Roblox is displayed on a tablet, Oct. 30, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Leon Keith, File)

Kentucky lawsuit says Roblox fails to protect children on its popular online gaming platform

October 7, 2025

Kentucky Attorney General  Russell Coleman says the online gaming platform Roblox has become a “playground for predators.” He announced a new lawsuit accusing the company of lax child safety measures. The suit filed Monday in a state court is the latest action alleging the wildly popular site isn’t doing enough to protect kids. On Tuesday Coleman said Roblox needs to install effective age verifications and content filters. It also needs added parental notifications, Coleman says. Roblox says it has rigorous safety measures in place. The company says it has 111 million daily active users.

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Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad holds up the Stanley Cup as he arrives on the ice for the home opener NHL hockey game of the 2025 Stanley Cup champions, against the Chicago Blackhawks, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Panthers celebrate Stanley Cup win with banner ceremony, eye historic three-peat as NHL kings

October 7, 2025

The Florida Panthers have kicked off a new season as back-to-back Stanley Cup champions. On Tuesday, they celebrated by raising another championship banner at Amerant Bank Arena. Fans gathered early for photos with the Cup, and the game was part of a nationally televised triple-header. Despite injuries to key players like Captain Aleksander Barkov and forward Matthew Tkachuk, the team remains optimistic. They aim to become the first NHL team to win three consecutive Cups since the early 1980s. Panthers defenseman Seth Jones calls it both a celebration and a new chapter.

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Black Hills Heart and Vascular Institute Opens in Rapid City, Bringing First Same-Day Chest Pain and Vascular Clinics to the Region

October 7, 2025

RAPID CITY, S.D. (Oct. 7, 2025) — A new independent medical facility is expanding access to critical heart and vascular care in western South Dakota. The Black Hills Heart and Vascular Institute has officially opened in Rapid City, becoming the first in the region to offer same-day appointments for both chest pain and vascular concerns. […]

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FILE - The Federal Courthouse is seen in Salt Lake City on April 21, 2014. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

Defendant’s DNA was found on gas can in failed arson of news vehicle in Utah, prosecutors say

October 7, 2025

Authorities say a man’s DNA was found on a gasoline can that was placed under a news vehicle in a failed arson attempt in Salt Lake City. Prosecutors allege in court documents that 45-year-old Christopher Solomon Proctor lit a fuse attached to the plastic gas container after he put it under a news vehicle owned by the local Fox affiliate, KSTU-TV, on Sept. 12. The fuse went out before the gas ignited. Proctor has pleaded not guilty to attempted arson and another charge. A federal judge on Monday ordered him to remain in jail until his trial.

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Democrat Mikie Sherrill responds to questions during the first general election gubernatorial debate with Republican opponent Jack Ciattarelli, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Lawrenceville, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

Democrats in governors races see political opportunity amid government shutdown

October 7, 2025

Democrats say fallout from the Trump administration’s aggressive tactics on the government shutdown could give them a welcome boost in the only two governors’ races on the ballot this year. New Jersey’s and Virginia’s gubernatorial elections are setting up a test of how voters view both President Donald Trump’s second term and the Democrats’ reaction. In Virginia, hundreds of thousands work for the federal government, and in New Jersey where the number roughly 23,000 according to the Congressional Research Service, the Republican administration announced the freezing of $18 billion in funding for a rail tunnel connecting the state to New York City.

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FILE - This image provided by the New York State Attorney General office shows body camera footage of correction officers beating a handcuffed man, Robert Brooks, at the Marcy Correctional Facility in Oneida County, N.Y., Dec. 9, 2024. (New York State Attorney General office via AP, File)

3 former New York prison guards charged in beating death of handcuffed inmate go on trial

October 7, 2025

A prosecutor told a jury that three former upstate New York prison guards on trial in the fatal beating of Black handcuffed inmate were part of a “gang” that took part in an act of of “sheer, unimaginable brutality.” The guards — Mathew Galliher, Nicholas Kieffer and David Kingsley — face murder and manslaughter charges. The incident, captured on body-camera footage, occurred at Marcy Correctional Facility in December. Brooks died from a massive beating that broke his neck and caused brain damage. Defense attorneys argue the prosecution can’t prove malice. Six guards have pleaded guilty already. The case has sparked widespread outrage.

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This combination photo of candidates to replace Republican Rep. Mark Green in a Tennessee special election for the U.S. Seventh Congressional District shows Republican Jody Barrett, from top left, Democrat Aftyn Behn, Republican Gino Bulso, Democrat Darden Copeland, Democrat Vincent Dixie, Republican Mason Foley, and bottom row from left, Republican Joe Leurs, Democrat Bo Mitchell and Republicans Lee Reeves, Matt Van Epps and Tres Wittum. (AP Photo)

Both parties pack the ballot for US House special primary in Tennessee

October 7, 2025

Democrats and Republicans will have plenty of candidates to choose from in Tuesday’s Tennessee primary special elections to replace a GOP congressman who stepped aside this summer. The race to replace former U.S. Rep. Mark Green centers on one of three districts that GOP lawmakers drew as safely red in 2022 by dividing left-leaning Nashville. Eleven Republicans are on the ballot. Former state commissioner of general services Matt Van Epps landed President Donald Trump’s endorsement last week. Other opponents include state Reps. Jody Barrett and Gino Bulso. The Democratic field includes state Reps. Aftyn Behn, Vincent Dixie and Bo Mitchell, and businessman Darden Copeland. The general election is Dec. 2.

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FILE - Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) looks on during a break in the first period of an NHL preseason hockey game against the Boston Bruins, Thursday, October. 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40

October 7, 2025

Alex Ovechkin begins season No. 21 with the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night when they host the Boston Bruins. It’s hard to imagine 2025-26 being more eventful than 2024-25, when he broke Wayne Gretzky’s record and become the league’s career leader in goals. But if last season was filled with anticipation — and ultimately celebration — this one may be more about appreciation. It could be the 40-year-old Ovechkin’s last in the NHL. He’s entering the final season of his contract and hasn’t said whether he intends to retire — or even how soon he expects to make a decision.

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FILE - California Gov. Gavin Newsom at a press conference to discuss the measures approved by the legislature to redraw the state's Congressional districts and put new maps before voters in a special election, in Sacramento, Calif., Aug. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)Gavin NEwsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law aimed at fighting antisemitism in schools

October 7, 2025

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law aimed at combating antisemitism at schools. It creates an an Office of Civil Rights to work with districts on fighting discrimination and bias and requires an antisemitism prevention coordinator within the office to submit recommendations to the Legislature. Proponents say the law is needed to respond to an alarming level of harassment against Jewish students. But critics say it could unintentionally stifle instruction and open dialogue in the classroom. Lawmakers in several other states have tried to advance similar proposals.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco (15) throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Bengals acquire Joe Flacco from the Browns in a trade that also involves draft picks

October 7, 2025

Joe Flacco is staying in Ohio but heading to the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals acquired the veteran quarterback from the Cleveland Browns along with a 2026 sixth-round draft pick for a fifth-round pick next season. The 40-year-old Flacco gives Cincinnati another option. Jake Browning has struggled since replacing Joe Burrow, who is out with a toe injury sustained in Week 2. Flacco started the first four games for the Browns this season, completing 93 of 160 passes for 815 yards and two touchdowns with six interceptions. Rookie Dillon Gabriel replaced Flacco in the starting lineup. Rookie Shedeur Sanders now moves up to the backup spot.

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders calls for a time out in the first half of an NCAA college football game against TCU Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Deion Sanders will undergo procedure related to blood clots, plans to coach Colorado this weekend

October 7, 2025

Colorado coach Deion Sanders is undergoing a procedure related to his blood clots. He hopes to be back at practice the next day and on the sideline this weekend against Iowa State. Sanders provided a medical update, saying the issue is hereditary and not related to his work level. He experienced pain during a recent game at TCU, where he was seen limping and not wearing a shoe on his left foot. Sanders has faced blood clot issues before, leading to the amputation of two toes in 2021. He remains optimistic about his recovery.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider talks to reporters at Yankee Stadium in New York, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Hat trick: The Blue Jays think their 1992 World Series-style caps are a lucky charm

October 7, 2025

The Toronto Blue Jays have found success after switching to retro caps with white panels. Relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman suggested the change after the team lost six out of seven games, dropping into a tie with the New York Yankees for the AL East lead. Since adopting the 1992 World Series-style hats, the Blue Jays have gone 5-0. They now lead the Yankees 2-0 in their best-of-five AL Division Series. The team wore the caps in July for the first time since 2022, breaking them out for a Hall of Fame weekend promotion. Players have embraced the change, sticking with the white-panel hats and navy jerseys.

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Rolando Villazón directs opera at the world’s top houses while still singing

October 7, 2025

Tenor Rolando Villazón has made his Metropolitan Opera directing debut with Bellini’s “La Sonnambula.” He first imagined directing while performing in Massenet’s “Werther” in 2006. Nearly two decades later, his vision has come to life. Villazón, known for his sensitivity to singers, has faced vocal challenges, including surgery and performance anxiety. His directing career began with “Werther” in 2011 and has expanded to include several major operas. His “Sonnambula” production, which opened Monday, features a unique twist on the ending, emphasizing independence over tradition. Villazón’s approach is shaped by his experiences with top directors.

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes speaks to the media after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Chiefs’ penalty woes continue in loss to Jaguars, their third straight one-score defeat

October 7, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs have struggled with penalties and close games this season. They lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night, marking their third consecutive one-score loss. The Chiefs were penalized 13 times for 109 yards, while the Jaguars had only four penalties. Mistakes, including a 99-yard interception return and a kickoff out of bounds, contributed to the loss. Despite strong performances from players like Tyquan Thornton, the Chiefs have a 2-3 record. They face the Detroit Lions next on Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium.

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NFL WEEK 5 RECAP

October 7, 2025

By Mitchell Stafford, Rapid City Post Sports Week 5 delivered more chaos than clarity. No undefeated teams remain, several upsets

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New Tampa Bay Rays ownership managing partner and co-chair Patrick Zalupski, center, answers a question, as co-chair Bill Cosgrove, left, and chief executive officer Ken Babby, right, look on during an introductory baseball news conference, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

New Rays owners promise Tropicana Field repairs, search for new ballpark around Tampa

October 7, 2025

The new owners of the Tampa Bay Rays are promising to get hurricane-damaged Tropicana Field repaired in time for next season and beginning a search for a new, permanent ballpark to open in 2029. The group led by Florida-based real estate developer Patrick Zalupski finalized a $1.7 billion purchase last week from Stu Sternberg, who owned the Rays for 18 years and had long sought to find the team a new stadium. Zalupski and other top executives Ken Babby and Bill Cosgrove said at a news conference Tuesday they intend for the team to remain in the Tampa Bay area.

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) runs out of the pocket against the New Orleans Saints in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Giants coach Brian Daboll shrugs off rookie QB Jaxson Dart’s hamstring injury

October 7, 2025

New York Giants coach Brian Daboll brushed off the hamstring injury that had rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart listed as a limited participant on the team’s practice report. Dart’s sore left hamstring was initially revealed when he made and won his first NFL start on Sept. 28. He only missed time that day while being evaluated for a concussion and played the entire game last weekend at New Orleans. Dart threw two interceptions and fumbled in the loss to the Saints that dropped the Giants to 1-4. They host reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia on Thursday night.

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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Jaguars counting on more heart-pounding plays than head-scratching ones from QB Trevor Lawrence

October 7, 2025

It must be somewhat maddening to coach Trevor Lawrence. The Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback makes head-scratching decisions one minute and then makes plays like he did to close out a 31-28 victory against Kansas City. Lawrence had two of the best throws of his five-year NFL career in the final minute against the Chiefs. He threw an absolute dime to Brian Thomas Jr. followed by a bull’s-eye to Dyami Brown on the other side of the field. Those set up Lawrence’s crazy TD scramble that had a packed stadium, both teams and millions more watching from home wondering what they just witnessed.

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones watches warm ups before an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Jerry Jones apologizes for obscene gesture toward fans he says was inadvertent

October 7, 2025

Dallas owner Jerry Jones says his obscene gesture toward fans at MetLife Stadium late in a 37-22 victory over the New York Jets was inadvertent and that he intended a “thumbs up” for celebrating Cowboys fans. Jones was caught on a video that went viral smiling widely as he pointed toward fans before briefly flashing the gesture Sunday. He said on his radio show Tuesday he was interacting with Dallas fans, not Jets fans. Jones called the gesture “inadvertent” and that he “put up the wrong show on the hand.”

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Milwaukee Brewers' Quinn Priester throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

He sat in the nosebleeds for the Cubs’ historic World Series. Now Quinn Priester can end their year

October 7, 2025

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester has experienced postseason baseball at Wrigley Field before. Priester grew up in the Chicago area and was in the Wrigley Field stands for Game 5 of the 2016 World Series. The 25-year-old right-hander will be back at Wrigley on Wednesday as he continues his breakthrough year by trying to end the Cubs’ season and pitch the Brewers into the NL Championship Series. Milwaukee carries a 2-0 lead into Game 3 of this best-of-5 NL Division Series. This start will mark Priester’s postseason debut. Jameson Taillon is starting for the Cubs.

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CORRECTS FIRST NAME TO RYAN, NOT MATT - Braden Halladay, left, accompanied by his brother Ryan Halladay, throws a ceremonially first pitch to former Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz, marking the 15th anniversary of their father Roy Halladay's postseason no-hitter, ahead of Game 2 of baseball's National League Division Series between the Phillies and the Los Angeles Dodgers, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Hall of Famer Roy Halladay threw postseason no-hitter 15 years ago. His sons try to honor his legacy

October 7, 2025

Braden Halladay has thrown a first pitch at the same ballpark where his father, Roy Halladay, made history with a playoff no-hitter. Roy Halladay, a future Hall of Famer, already had achieved a perfect game for the Phillies in May 2010. Braden and his brother, Ryan shared memories of their father eight years after his tragic death. They received a warm ovation Monday night during a tribute on the 15th anniversary of Roy’s iconic no-hitter in October 2010. Braden, who pitched at Penn State, now aims for a career in baseball’s front office. He recently interned with the Texas Rangers and is exploring future opportunities.

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FILE - Taylor Swift performs at the Monumental stadium during her Eras Tour concert in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Nov. 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko, File)

No, Taylor Swift did not turn down the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show

October 7, 2025

Taylor Swift did not turn down the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show. “The Life of a Showgirl” singer paid a visit to “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on Monday and dispelled a few rumors. She said did not turn down the NFL’s biggest stage because she wouldn’t be allowed to own the performance footage, as claimed in a popular internet rumor. She told Fallon that she did not receive an official offer. She also said that during the football season, she’s focused on her fiancé and star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce. Global superstar Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl on Feb. 8.

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The Capitol is illuminated at dawn in Washington, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Trump administration threatens no back pay for federal workers in shutdown

October 7, 2025

President Donald Trump’s administration is warning of no guaranteed back pay for federal workers during a shutdown. That would be a reversal of what has been longstanding policy for some 750,000 furloughed employees. A new memo being circulated by the White House says that legislation that Trump signed into law in 2019 does not require back pay. It says it’s up to Congress to provide the funds. The move was widely seen as a negotiating tactic. House Speaker Mike Johnson said it should “turn up the urgency.” But Democratic Sen. Patty Murry called it a “scare” tactic since the law is clear that workers will be paid.

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Los Angeles Lakers' Lebron James stands on the court before an NBA basketball preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

LeBron James teased ‘the decision of all decisions’ announcement. It was an ad

October 7, 2025

LeBron James has announced a new collaboration with Hennessy in a playful nod to his famous 2010 “decision” to join the Miami Heat. The Los Angeles Lakers star teased an announcement for Tuesday, sparking speculation about his future. However, Hennessy revealed the news early, unveiling a limited edition orange bottle featuring James’ signature gesture. In a video, James humorously echoed his original announcement by saying he’s “taking his talents to Hennessy V.S.O.P.” Social media buzzed with guesses, some predicting correctly that it was an ad campaign. James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, turns 41 in December.

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Europe's Tommy Fleetwood waits to play on the 13th 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/Lindsey Wasson)

Skins Games to be televised on Prime with Tommy Fleetwood and 3 Americans

October 7, 2025

The Skins Game is returning to Thanksgiving weekend with a few twists. It will be broadcast on Prime Video instead of network television and played at Panther National in Florida instead of the California desert. The four players will be FedEx Cup champion Tommy Fleetwood, U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley, Justin Thomas and Xander Schauffele. It will be the first time the Skins Game is being played since 2008. The new Skins Game will feature something called a reverse purse. Players start with $1 million and it rises or falls depending on holes won or lost.

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National Book Award finalists announced: Alameddine, Majumdar, Li and Russell are among the nominees

October 7, 2025

Fiction by Rabih Alameddine, Megha Majumdar, and Karen Russell, along with a memoir by Yiyun Li, are among this year’s National Book Award finalists. On Tuesday, the National Book Foundation announced five nominees in each of five categories. Winners will be revealed on Nov. 19 in Manhattan. Honorary awards will go to George Saunders and Roxane Gay. Majumdar’s novel “A Guardian and a Thief” is a fiction finalist. Li’s memoir “Things in Nature Merely Grow” is a nonfiction finalist. Other categories include poetry, translated literature and young people’s literature. Each winner receives $10,000.

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Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski, left and company Chairman Michael Moritz, center, meet with specialist Peter Giacchi, right, before their IPO begins trading on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Government shutdown threatens to stall the recovery in the IPO market

October 7, 2025

The U.S. government shutdown could raise a caution flag for private companies considering a move to the public market for investors. The IPO market has been on a years-long recovery after spiking inflation slammed the brakes on activity in 2022. Since then, every year has proved to be better than the last. The shutdown means delays and halts in IPO reviews from the Securities and Exchange Commission. A prolonged government shutdown could sap confidence in the U.S. markets and economy as IPO activity approaches a typically slower period near the end of the year.

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Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

October 7, 2025

Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations. The Bonhams auction is to begin Nov. 11 in Los Angeles with three of the paintings. Other auctions will follow. All profits will help public TV stations with licensing fees for popular programs that include “The Best of Joy of Painting” and “America’s Test Kitchen.” Bob Ross Inc. president Joan Kowalski says the auction will continue Ross’ legacy of supporting public television. Ross, who died in 1995, was in production with “The Joy of Painting” for 11 years. He enjoyed a resurgence of popularity during the COVID lockdowns. The auctions come as Congress has cut $1.1 billion in public broadcasting funding.

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FILE - Team owner Michael Jordan looks on during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Darlington Raceway, Aug. 31, 2025, in Darlington, S.C. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley, File)

NASCAR seeks new mediator in antitrust suit as Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing pushes back

October 7, 2025

NASCAR has asked a federal court for a judicial settlement conference to mediate an antitrust suit filed by Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports. The teams prefer to continue with mediator Jeffrey Mishkin, who has been involved in the case. They argue that starting over with a new mediator is less likely to lead to resolution. NASCAR seeks a summary judgment to dismiss the case before the trial scheduled for December 1. The lawsuit centers on NASCAR’s charter system, which guarantees spots and revenue for teams. Both sides have expressed willingness to settle.

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FILE - A collection of gold coins is displayed at a shop in the St. Vincent Jewelry Center in the Jewelry District of Los Angeles, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, file)

Gold futures rise above $4,000 per ounce for the first time

October 7, 2025

Gold futures rose above $4,000 per ounce for the first time as investors continue to seek a safe haven for their money with the U.S. government essentially shut down. As of 9:10 a.m. ET, gold futures traded at $4,003 in New York. The going price for New York spot gold rose to $3,960.60 per troy ounce. Gold sales can rise sharply when anxious investors seek secure investments for their money. Before Tuesday, the asset — and other metals, like silver — had seen wider gains over the last year, particularly with President Donald Trump’s barrage of tariffs plunging much of the world into economic uncertainty.

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FILE - Birmingham Stallions quarterback J'Mar Smith, front right, collects the snap during the first half of a USFL football game against the Philadelphia Stars for the league championship, Sunday, July. 3, 2022, in Canton, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)

UFL changes 3 cities as new investor shares bullish vision for spring football

October 7, 2025

Sports entrepreneur Mike Repole isn’t discouraged by the long odds facing pro spring football as a business model. He is bullish on the future of the United Football League as the UFL announces a plan for three replacement cities. Orlando, Florida, is in along with Columbus, Ohio, and Louisville, Kentucky. The cities being replaced are San Antonio, Detroit and Memphis, Tennessee. Those moves are part of a strategy to get into smaller stadiums. The remaining Texas teams in the Dallas area and Houston are going to smaller venues while also changing names.

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Special footballs used for kicks and punts are held by a ball crew member during the first half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

NFL kickers are making more 60-yard field goals than ever and the balls could be part of the reason

October 7, 2025

NFL kickers are now making long-distance field goals more frequently, with many kicks exceeding 60 yards. This shift has sparked questions about whether the balls are altered. A rule change this year allows teams to prepare kicking balls before game day, leading to more consistent performance. There have already been four kicks of at least 60 yards this season, close to the single-season record. The new rules have also impacted punts, with average distances increasing. Kickers say the broken-in balls add a few extra yards to their kicks.

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Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (32) celebrates after forcing the final out during the top of the third inning of Game 2 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf)

Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski hits 104.3 mph while throwing 3 innings of shutout relief

October 7, 2025

Jacob Misiorowski rediscovered the form that earned the flamethrowing rookie so much acclaim in the first few weeks after the Milwaukee Brewers called him up from the minors. He was throwing heat. More importantly, he was throwing strikes. Misiorowski fired three innings of scoreless relief while reaching at least 100 mph on 31 of his 57 pitches during the Brewers’ 7-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of their NL Division Series on Monday night.

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Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell comes to the mound to make a pitching change during the third inning of Game 2 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf)

Cubs head back home on the brink of elimination after losing 2 straight in Milwaukee

October 7, 2025

The Chicago Cubs’ hitters aren’t putting enough balls in play, and their pitchers aren’t keeping balls in play. That combination has the Cubs heading back to Chicago on the brink of elimination. Chicago gave up three homers and mustered just one hit after the second inning of a 7-3 loss at Milwaukee on Monday night that gave the Brewers a 2-0 lead in their best-of-five NL Division Series. The Cubs must win two straight in Chicago on Wednesday and Thursday to send the series back to Milwaukee for a deciding Game 5 on Saturday.

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