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Smithson Valley clinches second straight state title, takes down Frisco Lone Star 28-6
Read full article: Smithson Valley clinches second straight state title, takes down Frisco Lone Star 28-6Smithson Valley defeated Frisco Lone Star 28-6 at AT&T Stadium to capture its second consecutive Class 5A Division I state championship.
Smithson Valley beats Frisco Lone Star 28-6 for second straight state title
Read full article: Smithson Valley beats Frisco Lone Star 28-6 for second straight state titleSmithson Valley defeated Frisco Lone Star 28-6 at AT&T Stadium to capture its second consecutive Class 5A Division I state championship.
City moves to acquire key land from feds for Project Marvel
Read full article: City moves to acquire key land from feds for Project MarvelThe city took a step toward acquiring 5.71 acres of land in and around Hemisfair from the federal government. The Planning Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to recommend the city buy a federal office building at 727 E. César E. Chávez Blvd. and two parking lots at 610 and 611 Indianola St.
Texas A&M sweeps Kentucky for historic first volleyball program national championship
Read full article: Texas A&M sweeps Kentucky for historic first volleyball program national championshipTexas A&M volleyball captured its first national championship in program history Sunday with a commanding sweep of No. 1 Kentucky.
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Sidney Crosby breaks Penguins scoring record previously held by Mario Lemieux
Read full article: Sidney Crosby breaks Penguins scoring record previously held by Mario LemieuxSidney Crosby broke Mario Lemieux’s franchise scoring record with a goal and an assist in the first period of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ game against the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night.
Steelers outlast Lions 29-24 in wild finish when penalty on St. Brown negates Goff's winning TD
Read full article: Steelers outlast Lions 29-24 in wild finish when penalty on St. Brown negates Goff's winning TDThe Pittsburgh Steelers have pushed the Detroit Lions to the brink of elimination from the playoffs thanks to a wild finish.
Trevor Lawrence's 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver's 11-game winning streak
Read full article: Trevor Lawrence's 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver's 11-game winning streakTrevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score, leading the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 34-20 win over the Denver Broncos.
Bulls beat the Hawks 152-150 in the highest-scoring game in the NBA this season
Read full article: Bulls beat the Hawks 152-150 in the highest-scoring game in the NBA this seasonMatas Buzelis scored 28 points to lead nine Chicago players in double figures and the Bulls outlasted the Atlanta Hawks 152-150 on Sunday in the highest-scoring game in the NBA this season.
Dolphins' Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing loss
Read full article: Dolphins' Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing lossMiami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has declined to address his future with the team after another embarrassing loss.
Steelers receiver DK Metcalf swipes at Lions fan leaning over railing in front row
Read full article: Steelers receiver DK Metcalf swipes at Lions fan leaning over railing in front rowSteelers receiver DK Metcalf swiped at a fan leaning over the railing in the front row at Ford Field during the second quarter of Pittsburgh’s 29-24 win over the Detroit Lions.
Texas A&M sweeps Kentucky for historic first volleyball program national championship
Read full article: Texas A&M sweeps Kentucky for historic first volleyball program national championshipTexas A&M volleyball captured its first national championship in program history Sunday with a commanding sweep of No. 1 Kentucky.
Cook's 117-yard, 2-TD performance propels Bills closer to playoff berth with 23-20 win over Browns
Read full article: Cook's 117-yard, 2-TD performance propels Bills closer to playoff berth with 23-20 win over BrownsJames Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 23-20 victory over the Cleveland Browns.
Justin Herbert keeps Chargers rolling toward playoffs with 34-17 win over Cowboys
Read full article: Justin Herbert keeps Chargers rolling toward playoffs with 34-17 win over CowboysJustin Herbert threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score and the Los Angeles Chargers closed in on a playoff spot with a 34-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has dislocated ankle and broken leg
Read full article: Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has dislocated ankle and broken legCleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was carted off with a right leg injury late in the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills.
Chiefs lose another QB to a knee injury. Gardner Minshew knocked out of loss to Titans
Read full article: Chiefs lose another QB to a knee injury. Gardner Minshew knocked out of loss to TitansKansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid says quarterback Gardner Minshew will have an MRI on his injured left knee.
Trevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Cowboys as a lengthy and mysterious absence ends
Read full article: Trevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Cowboys as a lengthy and mysterious absence endsTrevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Dallas Cowboys after a two-month absence that started when he got a concussion in an accident at home.
Morocco opens 35th Africa Cup of Nations with 2-0 win over Comoros to delight of fans and royalty
Read full article: Morocco opens 35th Africa Cup of Nations with 2-0 win over Comoros to delight of fans and royaltyA spectacular bicycle kick has earned royal approval for Ayoub El Kaabi as host Morocco opened the 35th Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Comoros.
Sofia Goggia gets overdue World Cup win in super-G and Lindsey Vonn is third
Read full article: Sofia Goggia gets overdue World Cup win in super-G and Lindsey Vonn is thirdSofia Goggia finally got the win her skiing this season deserved in a World Cup super-G on Sunday and Lindsey Vonn was third for the second straight day at French resort Val d'Isere.
Bears stun Packers 22-16 with improbable rally as Williams finds Moore for winning score in OT
Read full article: Bears stun Packers 22-16 with improbable rally as Williams finds Moore for winning score in OTCaleb Williams threw a 46-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore in overtime, and the Chicago Bears overcame a 10-point deficit late in the fourth quarter for a 22-16 win over the Green Bay Packers.
No. 5 Oregon beats No. 19 James Madison 51-34 in College Football Playoff opener
Read full article: No. 5 Oregon beats No. 19 James Madison 51-34 in College Football Playoff openerDante Moore threw four touchdown passes and ran for another score and No. 5 Oregon beat No. 19 James Madison 51-34 on Saturday night in a College Football Playoff opener.
No. 19 Texas Tech rallies from 17 down in 2nd half to stun No. 3 Duke 82-81 at MSG
Read full article: No. 19 Texas Tech rallies from 17 down in 2nd half to stun No. 3 Duke 82-81 at MSGChristian Anderson scored 23 of his 27 points in the second half, including the tiebreaking free throw with 3.4 seconds left, and No. 19 Texas Tech rallied from 17 down to beat third-ranked Duke 82-81 at Madison Square Garden.
Chambliss and No. 6 Ole Miss ace their test without Kiffin and beat No. 17 Tulane 41-10 in the CFP
Read full article: Chambliss and No. 6 Ole Miss ace their test without Kiffin and beat No. 17 Tulane 41-10 in the CFPTrinidad Chabliss and Mississippi have aced their first test without former coach Lane Kiffin.
Miami freshman Malachi Toney redeems himself with winning touchdown in 10-3 victory over Texas A&M
Read full article: Miami freshman Malachi Toney redeems himself with winning touchdown in 10-3 victory over Texas A&MMalachi Toney’s tiebreaking 11-yard touchdown reception with less than two minutes left lifted No. 10 seed Miami to a 10-3 win over No. 7 Texas A&M in the College Football Playoff.
Miami beats Texas A&M 10-3 in College Football Playoff to earn date against No. 2 seed Ohio State in Cotton Bowl
Read full article: Miami beats Texas A&M 10-3 in College Football Playoff to earn date against No. 2 seed Ohio State in Cotton BowlMiami beats Texas A&M 10-3 in College Football Playoff to earn date against No. 2 seed Ohio State in Cotton Bowl.
Smithson Valley clinches second straight state title, takes down Frisco Lone Star 28-6
Read full article: Smithson Valley clinches second straight state title, takes down Frisco Lone Star 28-6Smithson Valley defeated Frisco Lone Star 28-6 at AT&T Stadium to capture its second consecutive Class 5A Division I state championship.
Arsenal takes top spot for Christmas as Haaland overtakes Ronaldo's Premier League goal tally
Read full article: Arsenal takes top spot for Christmas as Haaland overtakes Ronaldo's Premier League goal tallyArsenal will spend Christmas Day on top of the Premier League with Erling Haaland and Manchester City breathing down its neck.
Jake Paul reports double broken jaw and on liquids after KO loss to Anthony Joshua
Read full article: Jake Paul reports double broken jaw and on liquids after KO loss to Anthony JoshuaJake Paul’s jaw was broken in two places in his loss to former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami.
Blue Jackets add veteran toughness in acquiring forward Mason Marchment in trade with Kraken
Read full article: Blue Jackets add veteran toughness in acquiring forward Mason Marchment in trade with KrakenThe Columbus Blue Jackets added veteran size and toughness to their roster by acquiring forward Mason Marchment from the Seattle Kraken in a move made just before the NHL’s holiday roster freeze.
Knicks celebrate their NBA Cup title, even though they aren't commemorating it with a banner
Read full article: Knicks celebrate their NBA Cup title, even though they aren't commemorating it with a bannerThe New York Knicks celebrated their NBA Cup championship Friday night, even though they aren’t commemorating it with a banner at Madison Square Garden.
Los Angeles Dodgers to pay record $169 million luxury tax after winning 2nd straight World Series
Read full article: Los Angeles Dodgers to pay record $169 million luxury tax after winning 2nd straight World SeriesThe Los Angeles Dodgers will pay a record $169.4 million luxury tax after winning their second straight World Series title, raising their two-year total to $272.4 million.
Ecuadorian police arrest 2 suspects in the armed attack that killed soccer player Pineida
Read full article: Ecuadorian police arrest 2 suspects in the armed attack that killed soccer player PineidaEcuadorian police have arrested two suspects in the killing of soccer player Mario Pineida, who was shot in an attack this week that also killed his partner and wounded his mother, underscoring the rising violence in the Andean nation.
Pirates acquire All-Star 2B Brandon Lowe in three-team trade involving the Rays and the Astros
Read full article: Pirates acquire All-Star 2B Brandon Lowe in three-team trade involving the Rays and the AstrosThe Pittsburgh Pirates have made a bold move by agreeing to acquire two-time All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe from Tampa Bay.
Zabystran stuns Odermatt in super-G to become first Czech man to win a World Cup race
Read full article: Zabystran stuns Odermatt in super-G to become first Czech man to win a World Cup raceJan Zabystran has skied to a stunning upset win in a World Cup super-G at Val Gardena to deny Marco Odermatt another win.
NTSB unclear who was at controls in jet crash that killed ex-NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and 6 others
Read full article: NTSB unclear who was at controls in jet crash that killed ex-NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and 6 othersFederal investigators are trying to determine why a business jet carrying retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others crashed shortly after takeoff in North Carolina.
Spurs rebound from NBA Cup loss to beat Wizards 119-94
Read full article: Spurs rebound from NBA Cup loss to beat Wizards 119-94San Antonio rookie Dylan Harper had a season-high 24 points and the Spurs led for all but 22 seconds in defeating the Washington Wizards 119-94 on Thursday night to rebound from a disappointing loss in the NBA Cup final.
Head's hundred helps Australia to a 356-run lead in 3rd Ashes test against England
Read full article: Head's hundred helps Australia to a 356-run lead in 3rd Ashes test against EnglandTravis Head has scored an unbeaten century and shared a 122-run partnership with Alex Carey to guide Australia to 271 for four in its second innings, a lead of 356 at stumps on Day 3 of the third Ashes cricket test.
Bucks' Antetokounmpo says his focus is on his health rather than rumors about his future
Read full article: Bucks' Antetokounmpo says his focus is on his health rather than rumors about his futureGiannis Antetokounmpo says he’s more focused on getting healthy and helping the Milwaukee Bucks turn their season around than dealing with rumors about his future plans.
Records show Ohio University football coach was fired for multiple violations of his contract
Read full article: Records show Ohio University football coach was fired for multiple violations of his contractBrian Smith was fired as Ohio University’s head football coach for multiple violations of his contract, including an extramarital affair with an undergraduate student, according to records obtained Thursday by The Associated Press through a public records request.
NASCAR mourns the loss of Greg Biffle, family in tragic plane crash in North Carolina
Read full article: NASCAR mourns the loss of Greg Biffle, family in tragic plane crash in North CarolinaRetired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle has died in a North Carolina plane crash along with his wife, two children and three others.
Rams WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic gesture, adds more controversy after career game
Read full article: Rams WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic gesture, adds more controversy after career gameLos Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua’s tumultuous Thursday started with an apology, and ended with more controversial remarks.
Anthony Richardson cleared to practice, but Colts plan to keep Philip Rivers as starting quarterback
Read full article: Anthony Richardson cleared to practice, but Colts plan to keep Philip Rivers as starting quarterbackThe Indianapolis Colts have cleared quarterback Anthony Richardson to start practicing but will continue to keep Philip Rivers as the starter.
Swiss ski star Odermatt's 50th World Cup win ties him with Tomba for 4th on men's all-time list
Read full article: Swiss ski star Odermatt's 50th World Cup win ties him with Tomba for 4th on men's all-time listMarco Odermatt found moments of clarity on a foggy day in the Italian Dolomites to race to victory in a World Cup downhill at Val Gardena.
An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stones
Read full article: An uninhabited Scottish isle is home to the golden granite used in Olympic curling stonesAilsa Craig is an uninhabited isle off the coast of southwest Scotland and the source of the super-dense granite used to make curling stones for the Winter Olympics.
Bears mull move to Indiana with effort to secure public funding for stadium in Illinois stalled
Read full article: Bears mull move to Indiana with effort to secure public funding for stadium in Illinois stalledThe Chicago Bears say they’re mulling a move to Northwest Indiana with their efforts to secure public funding they say they need to build an enclosed stadium in Illinois stalled.
Lyon moves to second on Australia's all-time bowling list. England struggles in 3rd Ashes test
Read full article: Lyon moves to second on Australia's all-time bowling list. England struggles in 3rd Ashes testNathan Lyon took two wickets to move past Glenn McGrath for second place on Australia’s all-time bowling list, and returning skipper Pat Cummins took his first wickets of the series as a relentless bowling attack had England in trouble on the third test.
Ani Kilambi, 31, is joining the Washington Nationals as their general manager
Read full article: Ani Kilambi, 31, is joining the Washington Nationals as their general managerAni Kilambi has joined the Nationals as their new general manager, making the 31-year-old who had been with the Philadelphia Phillies the latest young face to join president of baseball operations Paul Toboni in Washington.
Add expectant father to Allen's list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy
Read full article: Add expectant father to Allen's list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancyBills quarterback Josh Allen didn't know what to envision when he first arrived in Buffalo as a raw but promising prospect in 2018.
Cherki pulls out Haaland celebrations after wonder goal in Man City's win in the English League Cup
Read full article: Cherki pulls out Haaland celebrations after wonder goal in Man City's win in the English League CupRayan Cherki has recreated teammate Erling Haaland’s goal celebrations after curling an exquisite shot into the top corner in Manchester City’s 2-0 win over Brentford in the English League Cup quarterfinals.