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Illinois and three other states were added Friday to federal health officials’ investigation into a diarrhea-causing parasite that was first tied to shredded lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma …

Rookie left-hander Noah Schultz is scheduled to take his turn in the White Sox’ rotation next week against the Yankees. Whether he takes the one after that remains to be seen. General manager Chris Getz is looking for pitching help, …

The Philadelphia Phillies are giving 32-year-old former New York Yankees prospect Brian Keller his first shot in the majors, calling him up just before the two teams face each other. His elevation from the Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs adds another …

The Minnesota Vikings were one of two teams to roster veteran tight end Nick Vannett last season. Now, Vannett is taking his talents back to the Seattle Seahawks. Vannett was a third-round pick by the Seahawks, and he returns nearly …

 After a stellar showing for the Boston Celtics throughout this year’s Las Vegas Summer League, John Tonje has signed a two-way contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. “The Portland Trail Blazers are signing guard John Tonje on …

The Director of Content for Alabama’s official NIL collective, Yea Alabama, was among 15 individuals arrested during a human trafficking operation conducted by the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force, according to ABC 33/40 News. Authorities announced that investigators carried …

The Los Angeles Lakers have learned where LeBron James will play next season, which will be his 24th, breaking a record that he himself set last season. Why should the Lakers care? Because it likely influences where Jonathan Kuminga will …

The Pittsburgh Pirates are currently taking on the Chicago Cubs in an NL Central showdown this weekend. The Pirates, sitting at 53-50, are still vying for an NL Wild Card spot, and this series against the Cubs (at home) could …

Minnesota Vikings training camp begins on August 1. However, theories about who will start at the quarterback position continue to pour in. ESPN’s Kevin Seifert gave the edge to Kyler Murray in a column published on Thursday morning. Murray was …

The Los Angeles Rams turned to Nick Vannett late last season amid injuries at the tight end position. Ahead of training camp this year, Vannett is crossing enemy lines (again) and joining the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. Vannett began …

The Golden State Warriors badly wanted LeBron James in free agency this summer, but it appears they never had a realistic chance. James chose the Philadelphia 76ers as an unexpected team to end the NBA’s biggest summer story. Golden State …

The Philadelphia 76ers have already made two massive moves this NBA offseason in trading for Jaylen Brown then signing LeBron James. Could the Sixers have one more major move on the way? Draymond Green had been trying to recruit James …

LeBron James hasn’t played a game for the 76ers, yet his arrival in Philadelphia has already sparked headlines far beyond basketball. Hours after James announced he was joining the Sixers for what is expected to be his record-setting 24th NBA …

The Seattle Mariners reportedly “will at least listen on Emerson Hancock”,reports Adam Jude, Mariners beat writer for the Seattle Times. Hancock (age 27) has posted a 2.4 WAR with a 6-4 record, 3.16 ERA and 97 strikeouts in 105.1 innings pitched …

The Chicago Cubs are currently taking on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game weekend set, which has NL Central implications. If the Cubs win on Friday, they have a chance to cut the Brewers‘ division lead to six games. During …

The Miami Heat were considered the favorites to land LeBron James in free agency all week, but he shocked the NBA world by picking the Philadelphia 76ers. Odds shifted over the past week with James to the Heat becoming the …

The Chicago Cubs scratched one of their pitching prospects from his scheduled start as the MLB trade deadline approaches, creating another storyline to watch as the club weighs its options. The unexplained scratch grabbed Chicago fans and media attention, with …

The New York Knicks were floating in the shadows when it came to NBA rumors linking the team to LeBron James in free agency. James’ agent Rich Paul admitted that the Knicks would have been the favorites to sign James …

LeBron James made one thing clear throughout free agency: He wasn’t chasing the biggest paycheck. He was chasing his best chance to win another NBA championship. According to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, that mindset ultimately led the four-time NBA …

PITTSBURGH — It’s no secret what the Cubs, clear buyers at the trade deadline, are shopping for this summer. They need pitching. But they won’t be the only team seeking an upgrade. Do they have what it takes to persuade …

By now you’ve probably read at least something about the scandals surrounding former state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield. In a nutshell, a young female district office staffer alleged Benton sexually harassed her in 2023. Two of House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” …

PITTSBURGH – Pinch-hitting is hard. Michael Conforto is making it look easy. “I don’t really know how he does that, to be totally honest,” second baseman Nico Hoerner said Wednesday. “It feels like he’s either homering or on the verge …

The Chicago Bears have brought in the tallest player in the history of Australia’s National Rugby League for a roster tryout as he attempts to break into the NFL. According to the NFL’s daily transaction wire for July 24, the …

The Boston Red Sox’s historic win streak ended at 15 games, but they have ultimately played their way right back into contention in the American League. As a result, they now appear more likely to be buyers than sellers ahead …

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made several meaningful moves in the first official offseason with general manager John Chayka in charge of things, including both on the ice, in their front office, and behind their bench. The Maple Leafs feel …

The Los Angeles Rams made the bold decision to plan for their future at quarterback, selecting Ty Simpson 13th overall in the 2026 draft while rostering the reigning MVP in Matthew Stafford; a move that leaves Stetson Bennett IV fighting …

Earlier this month, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Walker Kessler. The 24-year-old had spent the first four seasons of his career playing for the Utah Jazz. He is coming off a year where he appeared in just five games. That …

The Miami Hurricanes won’t be neighbors with LeBron James again after all. The NBA and sports world received the major news that James will join the Philadelphia 76ers Friday. Which in turn axes out a potential reunion with the Miami …

Detroit Red Wings fans may be getting awfully tired of hearing about Dylan Larkin all the time. But this conversation would be happening if it weren’t for the awful situation the player and organization are in. That said, the latest …

The New York Mets are going to be an intriguing team to keep an eye on leading up to the 2026 MLB trade deadline on August 3. One player who has been heavily mentioned in trade rumors over the last …

The Los Angeles Rams entered the offseason with the reigning NFL MVP, the league’s receptions leader and a team that had come within one win of the Super Bowl. After adding the Defensive Player of the Year, that collection of …

The Baltimore Ravens are bringing a familiar face back to the franchise. Chris Moore, a 2016 4th-round pick (No. 107 overall), is returning to the Ravens as a free agent after spending the last 2 seasons with the Washington Commanders. …

The Denver Broncos have seen one of their former tight ends land with an NFC team for the second straight day. This time, veteran Nick Vannett is joining the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. On Thursday, former undrafted free …

The Toronto Maple Leafs could be an ideal landing spot for a 38-year-old Stanley Cup champion. The Maple Leafs have gone through a major overhaul with their roster this offseason under new general manager John Chayka. After missing the playoffs …