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The Denver Broncos cut two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons on March 7. Approaching three months in free agency despite the four-day head start, Simmons remains out of the Broncos’ plans. That is not slowing the veteran down, though, as …

The Los Angeles Lakers look poised to make a trade this offseason to get them back to contender status. Jake Uitti of The Sporting News proposed a deal that could help them with that, sending D’Angelo Russell and others to …

Blue Jays minor league catcher Payton Henry has been discharged from the hospital and thanked fans for their support after he sustained a frightening head injury during the Buffalo Bison’s May 31 loss to the Syracuse Mets. Mets infielder Pablo …

OTAs are voluntary, but that doesn’t mean Lamar Jackson’s recent absence can’t be a problem for the Baltimore Ravens. In fact, one writer believes the franchise quarterback staying away put his team and head coach John Harbaugh in a bind. …

The Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox could take on a dual role in 2024. While Tyler Bass typically handles kickoffs, the 5-foot-10, 183-pounder may be ill-equipped for the role this season. Under the NFL’s new kickoff rules, a kicker …

Caitiln Clark came into the WNBA with a Michael Jordan-like shoe deal, but she has received Jackie Robinson-like treatment instead as some fans see it. Fans dubbed her “the Jackie Robinson of the WNBA” on June 1 after Chicago Sky …

At this stage of the offseason, the Kansas City Chiefs are typically in evaluation mode. And as the veteran free agent market takes shape around the NFL, expect KC to look into a depth piece — or potential emergency starter …

Shoppers out loading up on groceries Saturday afternoon at the Great Oaks Costco in South San Jose were put on lockdown for 15 minutes as police responded to a report of a bomb threat there, the San Jose Police Department …

Game 2 of the Cubs’ weekend series vs. the Reds has been delayed due to the weather. The pitching matchup for tonight is left-hander Justin Steele (4.45 ERA) vs. right-hander Hunter Greene (3.06). The offense showed signs of last night …

Left tackle remains a problem position for the Washington Commanders, but one of Kliff Kingsbury’s former starters, veteran D.J. Humphries, can offer a solution. The first-round pick for the Arizona Cardinals in the 2015 NFL draft is still on the market …

The Dallas Cowboys have a crowded RB room, and that means a young ball-carrier could switch positions ahead of the 2024 season. With the arrival of Royce Freeman and the return of Ezekiel Elliott, Deuce Vaughn’s future is a bit …

ORINDA — A small earthquake rolled through Orinda on Saturday, a seismic event near two reservoirs in the East Bay, officials reported. The quake was measured at a magnitude of 2.6, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake occurred …

WALNUT CREEK — Paratransit regulators in Contra Costa County are developing a one-stop, seamless transportation system for seniors and people with disabilities — thanks to a sizable federal grant. The $1 million U.S. Department SMART grant recently awarded to the …

AIR FORCE ACADEMY — The glory of a state baseball championship may reach its acme in the moments immediately following the final out, but it’s the small decisions that make or break a team under pressure. Holy Family’s sprint toward …

Cal Quantrill needed a difference-maker. “I was having good results, but it was becoming more difficult to strike out batters,” the Rockies right-hander explained. “There were too many times in a game when I needed a pitch to balance things …

LAKEWOOD — The Bruins wrote Marc Johnson a Disney ending. Cherry Creek won its ninth title under the retiring all-time CHSAA wins leader, beating Regis Jesuit twice on Saturday to claim the Class 5A championship. The Bruins mercy-ruled the Raiders …

Los votantes mexicanos harán historia este domingo ya que probablemente elijan a la primera mujer presidenta. A la cabeza de la votación está la candidata del partido político Morena, Claudia Sheinbaum, ex alcaldesa de la Ciudad de México, científica y …

The New York Giants could still add one or two more veteran pieces ahead of the start of mandatory minicamp in June. Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox suggested a viable option on June 1, labeling former Dallas Cowboys safety and team …

Manatory minicamp hasn’t even started, but one of the biggest national talking points around the Pittsburgh Steelers already is when quarterback Justin Fields could replace Russell Wilson as the team’s starting quarterback. The Athletic’s Mark Kaboly didn’t rule out Fields …

The Minnesota Vikings will take their time making rookie first-round pick J.J. McCarthy the starting quarterback. They hope he is the answer for years to come whenever he finally does take over. Hall of Famer Fran Tarkenton holds the franchise …

The Denver Broncos have signed, sealed and delivered their 2024 draft class. According to a report from The Denver Post’s Parker Gabriel, University of Oregon wide receiver Troy Franklin was the final of seven 2024 Broncos’ draftees to agree to …

The festival features over 250 makers, artists, designers, curators, chefs, bakers, crafters and small businesses at History Park. Moveable Feast brought in over 50 vendors including food trucks and stalls. Mini Cat Town, a local kitten rescue non-profit, had a …

MILWAUKEE — Andrew Vaughn sprained the ring finger on his left hand sliding into third base in Wednesday’s loss to the Blue Jays, manager Pedro Grifol revealed after the first baseman was held out of the lineup a second straight …

INDIANAPOLIS — Rivalry is nothing new to the Sky and Fever. Since the Sky’s inaugural season in 2006, they’ve battled with the Fever for the title “Best in the Midwest.” Of course, people would like to bring the Lynx into the …

More than 2,600 Illinois teenagers are gearing up to get behind the wheel under a new program expanding hours exclusively for teens at Chicago-area DMVs on Saturdays, officials from the Illinois Secretary of State’s office said. Many of those appointments …

Chicago Sky player Angel Reese is being blasted on social media for cheering Caitlin Clark’s knockdown by her teammate, Chennedy Carter. Videos showed Reese coming off the bench in a celebratory fashion after Clark was knocked down and then smiling …

Amid the uncertainty around wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, the San Francisco 49ers could swing big for three-time All-Pro Justin Jefferson. Similar to Aiyuk, Jefferson wants a bigger contract, and the Minnesota Vikings superstar wideout didn’t show up for the start …

The U.S. Forest Service is set to start prescribed burns on federal lands in Jefferson County in the coming days in a bid to blunt wildfire risk, the agency said Friday. The South Platte Ranger District plans to burn up …

INDIANAPOLIS — Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon sent a strong message halfway through the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game against the Fever. With her team trailing by six, Weatherspoon made a substitution that indicated the team’s direction, bringing rookie center Kamilla Cardoso …

“The Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Jackie Goldschneider is naming names. The “Weight of Beautiful” author and RHONJ “Friend of the Housewives” appeared on Page Six’s “Virtual Realit-Tea” podcast and opened up about things brewing behind the scenes ahead …

The daughter of a former “Dancing with the Stars” guest judge just had a happy celebration for her birthday with her loved ones. For Michael Strahan’s daughter Isabella, however, the party did not happen on her big day. Because Isabella …