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Louis Messina, Taylor Swift’s Tour Promoter, Urges Judge to Reject Live Nation/Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement: ‘I Could Go Out of Business Like ...

Louis Messina, Taylor Swift’s Tour Promoter, Urges Judge to Reject Live Nation/Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement: ‘I Could Go Out of Business Like ...

You might think that the man who promoted Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, as well as all of her other global outings, would be powerful enough not to feel intimidated by Live Nation and Ticketmaster. Yet Louis Messina wrote in a submission to a federal judge that he, too, is vulnerable to the company wielding its […]
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Ryan Walters Uses Apple Cup Opener as Proof of Second-Year Growth

Ryan Walters Uses Apple Cup Opener as Proof of Second-Year Growth

For the first time since 2009, the Washington Huskies defense held Washington State without a key stat in Sunday's 24-10 Apple Cup win.
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George Kittle could match Chiefs, Cowboys legends with big Week 1 game

George Kittle could match Chiefs, Cowboys legends with big Week 1 game

If San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle has a big Week 1 game he would do something only 2 other TEs in history have done.
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Reds' Hunter Greene says elbow 'progressing well' since 2nd Tommy John

Reds' Hunter Greene says elbow 'progressing well' since 2nd Tommy John

Hunter Greene, the Cincinnati Reds' two-time Opening Day starter, joined the team this week in Los Angeles for ongoing rehab since his Aug. 12 surgery.
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Every Illinois State player drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder

Every Illinois State player drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder

Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Thunder out of Illinois State.
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Rumor: Other NBA teams believe Cason Wallace is about get big-time payday

Rumor: Other NBA teams believe Cason Wallace is about get big-time payday

Rumor: Other NBA teams believe Cason Wallace is about get big-time payday.
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Wellston Firefighter Dies Battling Lincoln County Wildfire

Wellston Firefighter Dies Battling Lincoln County Wildfire

A Wellston firefighter has died after being critically injured while battling a wildfire in Lincoln County, Oklahoma. The incident occurred on September 7 as crews fought a blaze near Carney that ultimately burned over 260 acres. The firefighter was transported to an area hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to their injuries. Multiple agencies have confirmed the death, with Lincoln County Emergency Management issuing a statement expressing deep sadness and asking for thoughts and prayers for the Wellston Fire Department, the fallen firefighter's family, and all affected. The fire originated in an outbuilding near 820 Road and 3330 Road, subsequently spreading to a home and the surrounding acreage. Authorities reported that no one was home when the fire started. Crews from various agencies responded to the scene and successfully prevented the fire from spreading north beyond 810 Road. During the firefighting efforts, Lincoln County Emergency Management officials reported an 'incident within a...
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Broken Arrow Residents File Lawsuit to Halt 160-Home Greenbelt Development

Broken Arrow Residents File Lawsuit to Halt 160-Home Greenbelt Development

Residents of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, have initiated legal action in Tulsa County District Court to prevent the development of over 160 single-family homes on a 49-acre greenbelt. The lawsuit, filed by resident Charles Rowland, alleges that the sale of the property by Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) to Calara Land OK, a subsidiary of Lennar Corp., violates a 2023 franchise agreement. This agreement reportedly restricts PSO from engaging in business activities within the city beyond the transmission and distribution of electric power. The Broken Arrow Planning Commission and City Council had previously approved a rezoning request for the project in June. Following an earth change permit approval on July 30, bulldozers began clearing the land, including felling trees, which prompted the residents' legal challenge. The city has stated that earth changes are common practice and do not require City Council review, and that it had negotiated a 50-foot greenbelt buffer with developers, though a meeting to...
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Representative Dan Crenshaw Accused of Voting Rights Hypocrisy Amidst Mail-in Ballot Controversy

Representative Dan Crenshaw Accused of Voting Rights Hypocrisy Amidst Mail-in Ballot Controversy

U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw, a Republican from Texas, is facing accusations of hypocrisy regarding voting rights. Crenshaw, who previously supported a ban on local election officials sending out applications for mail-in ballots, reportedly sent mail-in ballot applications to his own supporters. These applications were accompanied by instructions to "be sure to vote for Dan Crenshaw." This action has drawn criticism, highlighting a perceived contradiction between his public stance on mail-in voting restrictions and his campaign's practices. The issue comes as discussions around voting integrity and access continue to be a prominent topic in U.S. politics.
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Two Men Charged with Stealing Bicycles in Santa Fe, Including a Modified Bike for a Child with Cerebral Palsy

Two Men Charged with Stealing Bicycles in Santa Fe, Including a Modified Bike for a Child with Cerebral Palsy

Two Santa Fe men, 26-year-old Kristian Dominguez and 35-year-old Jimmy Archuleta, have been charged with receiving or transferring stolen property after police apprehended them with stolen bicycles. Among the stolen items was a bicycle specially modified for a 10-year-old boy with cerebral palsy, valued at $3,800. Another stolen bike was valued at $9,000. Both individuals were arrested over the weekend and subsequently booked into the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center. The charges stem from their alleged possession of these high-value stolen bicycles.
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La Habra Police Respond to Hazmat Situation, Prompting Evacuations in Orange County

La Habra Police Respond to Hazmat Situation, Prompting Evacuations in Orange County

An unknown chemical emission in La Habra, Orange County, led to a hazmat situation and prompted evacuations on Tuesday. The incident was reported around 11:54 a.m. at 503 South Cypress Street, an address associated with Shepard Bros., a company described as a "compliance consultant and sanitation advisor." Upon arrival, crews from the La Habra Police Department (LHPD) and the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) observed an orange-yellow smoke plume emanating from the building's roof. A one-mile radius was established for evacuations, and police blocked off several streets, including areas west of Euclid Street to Harbor Boulevard, and Cypress Street between La Habra Boulevard and Lambert Road. The leak was later mitigated, and the plume dissipated. Investigators believe the plume was accidentally created when a chemical inside the plant mixed with alcohol. Active air monitoring is currently in place, and authorities have stated there is no longer an active risk to residents, with evacuations lifted ...
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U.S. Representative Mario Díaz-Balart Supports Panama-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Group Amidst Geopolitical Shifts

U.S. Representative Mario Díaz-Balart Supports Panama-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Group Amidst Geopolitical Shifts

U.S. Republican Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida has publicly endorsed the formation of a parliamentary friendship group between Panama and Taiwan. This initiative, which received support via a video message from Díaz-Balart, marks a significant development in parliamentary diplomacy. The Panamanian National Assembly established this new channel for engagement with Taiwan, a decision with geopolitical weight given Panama's strategic location and the ongoing influence struggle between the United States and China. Díaz-Balart, known for his critical stance on China's expanding influence in Latin America, emphasized that Panama and Taiwan share principles of prosperity, freedom, and democracy. This move is particularly notable as it represents the most visible advancement in parliamentary relations between the two territories since Panama severed diplomatic ties with Taiwan and recognized the People's Republic of China in June 2017. The Panamanian legislative group aims to foster exchanges in areas...