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Fans roar for Brittney Griner before Team USA routs Lady Vols in exhibition

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Fans of the Tennessee Lady Vols never forget where someone played college, especially not a player that beat their beloved team. On Sunday night, they roared when Brittney Griner was introduced as a starter for the U.S. women’s national team before an exhibition. “I actually talked to people that said they were coming specifically to see her and to watch her play,” Tennessee coach Kellie Harper said. “And they had become fans throughout her challenges in the last year or so, and I was really happy for that team to feel that from our fans.”The only other player to come close to a similar ovation was five-time Olympic gold medalist Diana Taurasi despite her playing in college at UConn — the biggest rival for the No. 11 Lady Vols.Sunday night marked Griner’s first time playing a game with “USA” on the front of her jersey since celebrating winning her second Olympic gold medal in August 2021 at the Tokyo Games. The reception Griner would r...

Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young places blame squarely on himself after throwing two pick-6s in loss

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Bryce Young isn’t playing the blame game.Yes, the rookie quarterback has been under constant pressure all season, sacked 26 times and hit 53 times in his seven NFL starts. And outside of veteran Adam Thielen, the depth is thin at wide receiver and tight end. And the Panthers’ running game has been sporadic at best this season.All of that would make it easy for the No. 1 overall pick to complain about his current circumstances.But Young said Sunday’s 27-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, a game in which two of his three interceptions were returned for touchdowns by Kenny Moore, are squarely on him.“I turned the ball over three times and two of them turned into 14 points, and that’s how you lose a game,” Young said. “Everyone else around me did a great job and it’s on me. It is what it is, and I have to be better. But no one is going to feel sorry for me and no one is going to feel sorry for us.”The last part is certainly true for Thursday nigh...

Poetry Emotion: Sentiments drive work of Prince William County’s youngest Poet Laureate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

Prince William County Poet Laureate Michelle Garcia Woodbridge seen at Woodbridge Senior High School's unveiling ceremony for The Origin Project on May 24, 2023. (Courtesy, Michelle Garcia. Photo by Cathy Hailey) Prince William County Poet Laureate Michelle Garcia Woodbridge seen at Woodbridge Senior High School's unveiling ceremony for The Origin Project on May 24, 2023. (Courtesy, Michelle Garcia. Photo by Cathy Hailey) Michelle Garcia loved books as a child, and a love for writing quickly followed. In fact, she wrote her first nonfiction piece at age 11, memorializing the day her grandfather passed away from cancer.“I’ve always been a writer before I was even old enough to know it,” she said. “It’s been innate ...

Chapman, Kiermaier win 4th Gold Gloves; rookies Volpe and Doyle also win

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Toronto third baseman Matt Chapman and outfielder Kevin Kiermaier won their fourth Gold Gloves, while New York Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe and Colorado rookie center fielder Brenton Doyle were among 13 first-time winners of the fielding honor.Toronto, Texas and the Chicago Cubs tied for the high among clubs with three winners each, Rawlings announced Sunday.Cleveland second baseman Andrés Giménez and left fielder Steven Kwan won their second Gold Gloves, along with Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson and left fielder Ian Happ and Arizona first baseman Christian Walker.First-time AL winners included Texas catcher Jonah Heim, first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and right fielder Adolis García, Toronto pitcher José Berríos, Houston utilityman Mauricio Dubón and Volpe.In the NL, first-time winners included San Diego right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. and utilityman Ha-Seong Kim, Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler, Arizona catcher Gabriel Moreno, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoer...

Dak Prescott and Dallas lament missed chances in 28-23 loss to Philadelphia

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dak Prescott got all the help he needed — thanks to a startling 56 yards of Eagles’ penalties — to deliver the Cowboys to the brink of an extraordinary victory that would have kept them in the mix for the top spot in the NFC.The Cowboys fell oh-so short.About 5 yards shy, in fact, of the go-ahead touchdown when CeeDee Lamb was wrapped up by Darius Slay in the final seconds that sealed Dallas’ 28-23 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night.The Cowboys (5-3) needed a major comeback to even try and pull this game out — and they’ll need an even bigger resurgence to make a run at the NFC East crown.The 49ers already blew out Dallas 42-10 last month. This loss — in a game stuffed with close calls that never went their way — left the Cowboys 2½ games behind the Eagles (8-1) for first in the division.Sure, nine games are left, including a Dec. 10 primetime home rematch against the Eagles, but two losses already to two of the top teams in the conference have left D...

Shelter-in-place in Highland neighborhood of Denver due to barricade

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A shelter-in-place was issued for several blocks in the Highland neighborhood Sunday evening.The Denver Police Department told FOX31 this was to ensure safety in the area because police were working on negotiating with a barricaded man. Arvada Police searching for possibly armed shooting suspect It started out with a call for a person in crisis, but DPD said it turned out that the party involved had multiple warrants, and he barricaded himself in the area.Several blocks near 35th Avenue and Navajo Street were advised to shelter in place.This is a developing story and this article will be updated as more information becomes available.

Denver food pantries stretched thin helping migrants with rising demand

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- There are nearly 2,200 migrants currently being sheltered in Denver, according to data from the City and County of DenverThe city has sheltered and supported around 26,000 migrants from the southern border at a cost of more than $29 million. Immigration court backlog could delay cases for migrants arriving in Denver Local food pantries are stepping in to help do what they can to feed the migrant population.Inside Servicios De La Raza on 14th Street in Denver, on any given weekday, you can find Jenny Santos, the essential services director, helping out those in need. “There has been an increase of people migrating to the state of Colorado because of political reasons, because of different circumstances," said Santos.She said many of the families are new arrivals from Central and South America.They come in hopes of getting housing assistance or snagging a box or bag of food. “The increase among our migrant population is a lot of individuals. We’re seeing 175 people ...

Fans hope military academy games become tradition at Mile High

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

DENVER, (KDVR) — Hours before kick-off Saturday afternoon, thousands of fans filled the parking lots at Empower Field at Mile High.But the typical orange and blue seen here on the weekends was replaced by blue and silver, with Falcons fans showing up by the masses for the annual Air Force vs. Army game.  Rockies outfielder second rookie in franchise history to win Gold Glove Award “You can’t ask for anything better than this.” Alex Inscoe said. “It’s a special day.”Inscoe knows a thing or two about this rivalry, which dates back to 1959. He runs the Facebook page “History of Air Force Falcons” and said Saturday’s meeting was one for the record books. It’s the first time the two service academies have played in Denver at Mile High. “Being a Broncos season ticket holder and an Air Force season ticket holder, this is special,” He said. “I actually got to drive 10 minutes to an Air Force game for the first time in my life.”More than 50,000 fans were expected to be at th...

Crews put out overnight fire at Sweetwater home caused by power line; no injuries

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

Crews battled fierce flames after a fire broke out overnight inside a home in Sweetwater, leaving one family in need of help.Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units responded to the scene of the blaze near Southwest Seventh Street and 113th Avenue, early Sunday morningCellphone video captured sparks of light as bright orange flames rose into the sky, Neighbors were stunned as they kept a safe distance from the flames. Multiple people stood outside, some wrapped in covering.Speaking through a translator, a man said there was a party at the home before the fire erupted.“Well, when we got out, the dog was crying, and we saw there was a fire in the back,” he said.Officials said a power line near the home sparked the flames.At one point, there was a small fire on a line as embers dripped down below. Crews were able to put it all out.However, some said they are scared the damage has already been done.“I was scared. I have my washing machine back there, things that I use,” sai...

Jewish communities come together as Florida lawmakers prepare to address safety amid rise in antisemitic incidents

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:45:18 GMT

Members of the Jewish community came together this weekend across Florida to reflect on their history and pray for their future, as state lawmakers plan to address safety concerns in a special session this week.Members of the Jewish community gathered Sunday in Miami Beach for an evening of prayer on the 85th anniversary of “Kristallnacht,” or the “Night of Broken Glass.”German Nazis destroyed more than 7,000 businesses and killed 91 Jews on Crystal Night, between Nov. 9 and Nov. 10, 1938.The gathering comes at a challenging time, as the Israel-Hamas war rages on, and hate is at an all-time high.“Since the war in Israel began, we have seen antisemitism skyrocket to new and dangerous heights, both in America and around the world,” said a speaker at the event in Miami Beach.Florida lawmakers are set to meet during a special session Monday with the goal of cracking down on safety issues for the Jewish community.“I’m the only Republican Je...