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January 18, 2026.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) throws a touchdown pass to tight end Cole Kmet, not visible, as Los Angeles Rams linebacker Josaiah Stewart (10) and linebacker Jared Verse (8) apply pressure during the second half of an NFL football divisional playoff game Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Caleb Williams’ ‘ridiculous’ TD pass draws raves from his coach and teammates after Bears’ loss

January 18, 2026

Caleb Williams almost led the Chicago Bears to another surprising win. He threw a breathtaking touchdown pass in the fourth quarter, but his third interception led to a winning field goal for the Los Angeles Rams in overtime in the divisional playoffs. The 24-year-old Williams led Chicago to an NFL-record seven wins when trailing in the last two minutes of regulation. Despite the loss in the playoffs, Williams remains optimistic, calling it a learning experience. His coach and teammates praised his incredible skills and potential for the future.

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Hawaii’s strict gun law faces Supreme Court scrutiny in landmark case

January 18, 2026

Hawaii’s strict gun laws are under scrutiny as the Supreme Court hears arguments about the state’s ban on guns on private property without owner consent. The case stems from a lawsuit by three Maui residents challenging restrictions on carrying guns in places like beaches and businesses. They argue these laws infringe on Second Amendment rights. Hawaii’s gun culture is unique, with low gun violence rates but a strong hunting tradition. The outcome could impact how firearms are carried on private property nationwide, with significant implications for gun rights and public safety.

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots over Toronto Raptors guard Ochai Agbaji (30) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Luka, LeBron get the Lakers back into form in a 110-93 victory over the Raptors

January 18, 2026

Luka Doncic had 25 points and seven assists, LeBron James added 24 points and seven assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers returned to form with a 110-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Deandre Ayton had 25 points and 13 rebounds in his impressive return from a knee injury for the Lakers, who won for just the second time in seven games while playing their final home game before an eight-game, 15-day road trip. Scottie Barnes had 22 points and nine rebounds for the Raptors, who have lost back-to-back games for the first time in four weeks.

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Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks to pass over New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) and guard Micah Peavy (14) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Durant moves past his ‘idol,’ Dirk Nowitzki, into 6th place on the NBA’s career scoring list

January 18, 2026

Kevin Durant moved into sixth place on the NBA’s career scoring list, passing his friend and idol Dirk Nowitzki. Durant scored 18 points in a win over the New Orleans Pelicans and raised his career scoring total to 31,562 points. Durant says he tried to emulate Nowitzki in his career and was thankful that the former Dallas Mavericks player took time to send a video message of congratulations. Next on the scoring list is Michael Jordan at 32,292 points. Durant says he wants to continue climbing up the list and that so far the ride as been amazing.

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Los Angeles Rams kicker Harrison Mevis, center, reacts with holder Ethan Evans, center right, and teammates after booting a game-winning field goal during overtime of an NFL football divisional playoff game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Rams shake off wild TD pass by Caleb Williams to force OT, beat Bears 20-17 to reach NFC title game

January 18, 2026

Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams survived an incredible throw by Caleb Williams that forced overtime, beating the Chicago Bears 20-17 to advance to the NFC championship game. Harrison Mevis kicked a 42-yard field goal in OT after Kam Curl intercepted a deep pass by Williams on the Bears’ first possession of the extra period. Stafford completed a 16-yard pass to Puka Nacua to get the Rams into field-goal range and set up Mevis. The Rams will visit NFC West rival Seattle next Sunday in their first trip to the conference championship game since the 2021 team won the Super Bowl.

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Chris Gotterup reacts after winning the Sony Open golf event at the Waialae Country Club in Honolulu, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Chris Gotterup opens PGA Tour season by winning Sony Open for his 3rd straight year with a title

January 18, 2026

Chris Gotterup didn’t take much time adding to his PGA Tour victory total. He rallied for a 64 on the final day of the Sony Open for a two-shot victory. Gotterup started the final round two shots behind and took advantage of a meltdown by Davis Riley. The victory is his third in three years since getting a PGA Tour card. Gotterup was at No. 195 in the world when he left the Sony Open last year. Now he’s up to No. 17 and closing in on the elite in golf. Ryan Gerard shot 65 and finished second.

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Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) controls the ball against New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Durant passes Nowitzki for 6th place on NBA career scoring list as Rockets beat Pelicans 119-110

January 18, 2026

Kevin Durant had 18 points and moved into sixth place on the NBA’s career points list, and Jabari Smith Jr. scored a season-high 32 points as the Houston Rockets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-110 Sunday night. Alperen Sengun had 21 points and eight rebounds and Amen Thompson finished with 20 points as Houston won for the third time in four games. Trey Murphy III scored 21 points on 7-for-15 shooting and Zion Williamson had 20 points and six rebounds. Derik Queen finished with 15 points for the Pelicans, who lost for the fourth time in five games and 13th time in 15 games.

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New England Patriots linebacker K'lavon Chaisson, right, hits Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

C.J. Stroud’s 4 interceptions dig a hole the Texans’ defense can’t get out of in loss to Patriots

January 18, 2026

C.J. Stroud’s four first-half interceptions handed New England a 28-16 victory over Houston, securing the Patriots a spot in the AFC championship game. Stroud also had three turnovers in last week’s wild-card win at Pittsburgh. On Sunday, Houston’s defense couldn’t compensate for the offensive mistakes. Stroud says it “wasn’t my day.” The Texans have reached the playoffs for three consecutive years but has fallen in the divisional round each time. Coach DeMeco Ryans says he never lost faith in Stroud and says the loss can’t be blamed on one person.

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Thousands gather peacefully in Los Angeles in support of protesters in Iran

January 18, 2026

A few thousand demonstrators gathered in Los Angeles in support of protesters in Iran. Marchers, some waving the flag of Iran before the Islamic Revolution, rallied downtown near LA City Hall on Sunday. The police department estimates the “Solidarity with the People of Iran” event drew about 4,000 demonstrators. Police say the rally was peaceful and there were no arrests. Activists say a crackdown on nationwide protests against the theocracy in Iran has killed thousands of people. Protesters have flooded the streets in Iran’s capital of Tehran and its second-largest city. Los Angeles is home to the largest Iranian community outside of Iran.

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) passes against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

Maye throws 3 TD passes, Stroud has 4 INTs as Patriots top Texans 28-16 to advance to AFC title game

January 18, 2026

Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes, Marcus Jones returned one of C.J. Stroud’s four interceptions for a TD and the New England Patriots defeated the Houston Texans 28-16 to advance to the AFC championship game for the first time in seven years.  Their last was during their run to their sixth Super Bowl title in the 2018 season. New England has won its last nine divisional round games. Maye finished 16 of 27 for 179 yards, but had an interception and fumbled four times, losing two. The eight combined turnovers were the most in a playoff game since 2015. The Texans have lost in the divisional round in three straight seasons under coach DeMeco Ryans.

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South Carolina coach Dawn Staley calls to her team against Coppin State during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

South Carolina’s Staley on playing at Coppin State: I think it’s good on all fronts

January 18, 2026

Dawn Staley’s visit to Coppin State was a success for just about everyone. South Carolina won by 42 points, and the Eagles had more than 3,000 fans in their arena. Staley and the Gamecocks beat Coppin State 90-48 on Sunday. The attendance was 3,371 in the 4,100-seat PEC Arena. Coppin State got to host Maryland in 2021 and LSU two years later. This was a chance to bring another big-name program to Baltimore. South Carolina is 28-0 against HBCU teams during Staley’s coaching tenure, and four of those games have been on the road.

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FILE - The College Football Playoff National Championship Trophy is shown before the Cotton Bowl College Football Playoff semifinal game between Texas and Ohio State, Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson, File)

College football leaders debate playoff expansion ahead of Friday deadline from ESPN

January 18, 2026

College football leaders gave every indication that they remain stuck in a yearlong debate about expanding the playoff from 12 teams to 16 or beyond. Commissioners and school presidents met on the eve of the College Football Playoff title game, facing a Friday deadline from ESPN to decide on changing or staying with the current 12-team model. ESPN bankrolls the postseason. The debate boils down to two conferences, the Big Ten and SEC, that have widely different visions of where the playoff should go. The SEC wants a 16-team playoff, the Big Ten wants 24. If they can’t agree, the playoff will stay at 12 teams for next season.

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FILE- This April 21, 2018, file photo shows the Fannie Mae headquarters building in Washington. (AP Photo/J. David Ake, File)

Trump’s voice in a new Fannie Mae ad is generated by artificial intelligence, with his permission

January 18, 2026

What sounds like President Donald Trump narrating a new Fannie Mae ad actually is an AI-cloned voice reading text, according to a disclaimer at the end of the video. The ad comes as the Trump administration is making a big push to make housing affordable and the president plans to talk about housing at his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland this week. First Lady Melania Trump recently employed AI technology firm Eleven Labs to help voice the audio version of her memoir. It’s not known who cloned President Trump’s voice for the Fannie Mae ad.

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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Edwards, Wembanyama enjoy another showdown between two of the West’s best as Spurs top Timberwolves

January 18, 2026

Anthony Edwards doesn’t want to be the face of the NBA, but the Minnesota Timberwolves star is becoming a focus of one the league’s marquee matchups when he goes up against San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. Edwards had a career-high 55 points, but Wembanyama scored 39 points and captured a key offensive rebound in the final seconds as San Antonio held off Minnesota 126-123 on Saturday. Wembanyama and Edwards exchanged highlights and baskets in the final minutes of a showdown between two of the Western Conference’s top teams.

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A person holds an upside-down American flag as law enforcement stand during a protest outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Army puts 1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, AP sources say

January 18, 2026

The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to be ready in case of a possible deployment to Minnesota, where federal authorities have been conducting a massive immigration enforcement operation. Two defense officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military plans, said Sunday that two infantry battalions of the Army’s 11th Airborne Division have been given prepare-to-deploy orders if President Donald Trump invokes the 19th century Insurrection Act. The president suggested he might use it but then later walked back the threat.

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Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) kisses the trophy after the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal against Oregon, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

College football’s surprise: Miami and Indiana meet for a title in a matchup nobody saw coming.

January 18, 2026

Indiana and Miami are playing for the national title Monday night, and if that has you scratching your head thinking “Who?” or “What?” then you are not alone. Even though a new world of paying players and rapid-fire transfers from school to school has shuffled the deck in college sports, nobody thought it would get mixed up this much. And even though both schools have been trending upward of late, both were listed as 100-1 long shots to win the championship at some point this season. Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza and the Hoosiers head into the game being played on Miami’s home field at Hard Rock Stadium as 8 1/2-point favorites, according to BetMGM Sportsbook.

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People gather at an anti-immigration enforcement rally and vigil for Renee Good, a Minneapolis woman who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minnesota, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tassanee Vejpongsa)

New Hampshire bishop warns clergy to prepare for ‘new era of martyrdom’

January 18, 2026

A New Hampshire Episcopal bishop is drawing national attention for urging clergy to prepare for a “new era of martyrdom.” Bishop Rob Hirschfeld of the Episcopal Church of New Hampshire made these comments earlier this month at a vigil for Renee Good, who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. Hirschfeld cited historical clergy who risked their lives for others, including Jonathan Daniels, a seminary student killed in 1965 while protecting a civil rights activist. Hirschfeld emphasized that Christians should not fear death, urging readiness to stand up for the vulnerable.

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FILE Indianapolis 500 champion Will Power, of Australia, poses with the Borg-Warner Trophy during the traditional winners photo session on the start/finish line at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, May 28, 2018, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

Will Power is determined to make Penske regret writing him off as he joins Andretti

January 18, 2026

Will Power has joined Andretti Global after a long career with Team Penske. Power, one of IndyCar’s top drivers, was briefly sidelined by Penske’s decision to replace him with David Malukas. Despite a potential contract extension, Power chose Andretti, eager to bring his experience to the team. Penske held him to his contract, delaying his start with Andretti until January. Power is now focused on proving himself and helping Andretti succeed. He already is working closely with the team, aiming to outperform Penske. Power’s determination and experience are expected to boost Andretti’s performance this season.

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People protest against Trump's policy towards Greenland in front of the US consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka)

Republicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump’s Greenland aggression. Will it be enough?

January 18, 2026

Republican lawmakers are scrambling to contain President Donald Trump’s threats of taking possession of Greenland. Some are showing the most strident opposition to almost anything Trump has done since taking office. But it’s not clear that will be enough as the president continues to insist that he will take control of the Arctic island. It’s raised fears of an end to NATO. It also raises questions on Capitol Hill and around the world about what Trump’s aggressive foreign policy will mean for world order. A bipartisan group of lawmakers traveled to Denmark to try to tamp down the prospect of a conflict between the U.S. and European allies.

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Dr. Travis Hedrick Finds Service Beyond the Uniform

January 18, 2026

By: Jerry Steinley Photos: Bailey Sadowsky It was his dream job—a place where discipline, teamwork, and service came together. When Travis Hedrick enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1995, he believed he had found his purpose. Working on A-10 aircrafts in electronic warfare was more than a technical role; it gave him a sense […]

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UConn guard Braylon Mullins shoots over DePaul Blue guard RJ Smith, left, in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, in Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Newcomers fitting in for top-ranked UConn women and No. 3 UConn men’s basketball programs

January 18, 2026

UConn is the only team with the men’s and women’s basketball teams both in the top five in the AP poll. Freshmen Blanca Quinonez, Braylon Mullins and Eric Reibe team with productive transfers Silas Demary Jr., Serah Williams and Kayleigh Heckel and some talented returning players as the top-ranked UConn women’s basketball team and the third-ranked UConn men’s basketball squad are setting their sights on making a run at another national championship.

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Green Day to open 60th Super Bowl with anniversary ceremony celebrating generations of MVPs

January 18, 2026

The NFL has announced that Green Day will kick off the 60th Super Bowl with an opening ceremony at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The performance will celebrate six decades of the league’s championship game history. The band will help usher generations of Super Bowl MVPs onto the field. Lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong says he is excited to open the event in the trio’s native San Francisco Bay Area. The ceremony will air live at 3 p.m. Pacific on Feb. 8 on NBC and other platforms. It will come before pregame performances by Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones.

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