SoMa The past will come to life across SoMa for the next two weekends, with a new walking tour that dramatizes the neighborhood's role in LGBTQ+ history. " Out of Sight: SoMa" celebrates historical figures spanning 150 years of queer history in the neighborhood, from indigenous people who embraced a third gender to the locals who stood up to Justin Herman's efforts to redevelop low-income housing in the neighborhood. The tour is part of a multi-year project led by Eye Zen Presents , a theater company dedicated to highlighting LGBTQ+ history, stories and traditions. Last year, the company hosted a similar walking tour in North Beach, and this year, they've decided to take the tour to SoMa. The group's founder, Seth Eisen, is a performance artist and puppeteer. He'll be directing each of the theatrical scenes along the tour, which he co-wrote with K.M. Soehnlein, a novelist and professor at USF. Shaping San Francisco , which leads biking and walking tours that highlight the city's lesser-known history, is also a partner on the project. "Our tour celebrates historical figures from the past 150 years, remixed with our own imagination," said Eisen in a statement. To develop the piece, Eisen and Soehnlein spent the past year reading oral histories, digging through historical archives, reading books and articles, and talking to SoMa residents. The performances aim to show how the neighborhood's past is reflected in current events, Eisen said. The performances and sites highlighted in "Out of Site" span decades, from SoMa's origins as a tent village for gold miners to its role in the birth of the leather community in the '50s and '60s. To bring characters from each era to life, they recruited local performers like J. Miko Thomas, a Chickasaw writer and artist who is a lead organizer of the Bay Area American Indian Two Spirits organization, and Marga Gomez , a Latinx lesbian playwright and comedian. The tour begins at the Howard/Langton Community Garden at 10 Langton St. (at Howard), which, in its years as a children's playground, bore the nickname "Needle Park." In the 1980s, residents worked with Friends of the Urban Forest to plant trees in memory of a neighbor who had died of AIDS, setting the stage for the land's transition into a community garden in the 1990s. From there, it's on to the Cat Club (1188 Folsom St.), the former site of the lesbian-friendly Bay Brick Inn, which encompassed a dance club, restaurant, and hotel. There, performers will bring to life SoMa celebrities like Mr. S Leather co-founder and owner Alan Selby, who was also a patient advocate and fundraiser during the AIDS crisis in the 1980s. The tour will also honor the former site of Labyris Auto Repair , the first women-owned and -operated automobile maintenance shop in San Francisco. A performer will play Nancy Rupprecht, the former therapist who co-owned Labyris from 1977-1988, before opening Grandma's Garage in Berkeley. Other important locals portrayed by actors on the tour include Jim Stewart, a photographer who lived on Clementina Street and was an early advocate of SF Open Studios , and his neighbor, ballet dancer and artist Chuck Arnett, whose best-known mural graced the walls of the Tool Box at Fourth and Harrison streets even after the bar itself was demolished. The tour concludes at Ringold Alley , also known as the SF Leather History Alley and site of the first Up Your Alley Fair. The "Out of Site" tours will be offered at noon and 3 p.m. on Saturday (June 8 and June 15), and at 1 p.m. on Sundays (June 9 and June 16). Visit https://www.eyezen.org/ for tickets and more information.


More than 10 years after she says she was sexually assaulted, a woman is suing investigators with Louisville Metro Police claiming her case was mishandled and she was repeatedly lied to about its status. "We trusted them," said Salisa Luster Harrison, who says she was assaulted in her Louisville apartment by an unknown assailant. "We relied on them. We thought that they were going to do what they were supposed to do, but they did not." The Courier Journal typically does not name people who claim they were sexually assaulted but is doing so in this case because Luster Harrison has gone public with her lawsuit, including speaking at a press conference on Tuesday. Claims made in a lawsuit represent only one side of the case. A police spokesman declined requests to discuss the case, saying the department doesn't comment on pending litigation. Earlier: State lands $3 million grant expected to further backlogged rape kit testing Luster Harrison's legal team includes Ben Crump, a Florida-based civil rights attorney known for taking on high-profile cases. He represented the families of Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old shot in February 2012 in Sanford, Florida, by neighborhood watchman George Zimmerman; Michael Brown, an 18-year-old shot and killed in August 2014 by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri; and Alesia Thomas, a 35-year-old woman who died after being kicked and hit by a Los Angeles police officer. Louisville attorney Lonita Baker and Chicago-based attorney Mike Laux also represent Luster Harrison. Her 27-page lawsuit, filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court, alleges she was treated differently by Louisville police because she is African-American and seeks unspecified damages. It names 10 current or former law enforcement members as defendants. "At best they misled her, at worst they lied to her when they told her they had tested the rape kit," Crump said at Tuesday's press conference. According to the suit, Luster Harrison was attacked and sexually assaulted in April 2008. Officer Robert Woolridge responded to a welfare check on Luster Harrison   who had missed work   but failed to investigate or call for medical assistance despite the woman's severe injuries, the suit alleges. Also: Testing old rape kits leads to first indictment in Louisville The suit adds that after she was taken to the hospital, Officer Brian Tucker launched an investigation but failed to collect vital evidence from the scene and interview obvious witnesses. The suit alleges Woolridge and Tucker did not have the rape kit fully tested, yet told Luster Harrison and prosecutors it had been and that evidence was inconclusive. Both felony and misdemeanor prosecution was denied, according to the suit, and in 2009, the case was closed. Then, in 2015, the case was reopened amid a statewide push to test old rape kits. The lawsuit says that Luster Harrison's mother, Cheryl Ellis, was told that the kit would be tested due to advances in technology and that Ellis obtained police emails in which the case was described as one that "fell through the cracks in a lot of areas." Luster Harrison said she was told in late 2016 by Special Victims Unit Lt. David Allen that new testing did not yield any new information, but the suit claims that testing was never performed. Ellis and Luster Harrison said Tuesday they have fought for the last decade to get answers in the case, filing records requests and leaving messages with investigators. More: It took two years for a DNA test to connect a man with raping a 14-year-old Crump said at Tuesday's press conference that the Kentucky Attorney General's Office had gotten involved in the matter. In a statement, an office spokesperson said, "Our office has provided victim advocacy services to the family and worked with LMPD to have the kit resubmitted to the crime lab." Crump said he has no information to suggest Luster Harrison's rape kit was tested as part of a recent effort across the state to clear a backlog of untested kits. A 2015 audit mandated by the state legislature found 3,090 kits in the property of law enforcement that were never tested for possible DNA evidence. Since the audit, more than 3,100 kits have been tested as part of the backlog initiative. Reporter Matthew Glowicki can be reached at 502-582-4989 or mglowicki@courier-journal.com. Support strong local journalism by subscribing today: www.courier-journal.com/mattg . Support our journalism Become a Courier Journal subscriber today to support stories like this one. Get unlimited digital access here! This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Louisville police lied to woman about rape kit, suit says


Shaquille Brown, who was arrested for murder in 2017, four months after leaving prison, was found guilty of the crime Monday afternoon, a conviction that will return him to prison for the rest of his life. A Suffolk jury deliberated for two days before convicting Brown, 24, of killing Christopher Austin, a 20-year-old baggage handler who was shot in the head as he was walking to Ashmont Station on his way to Logan Airport. Brown hugged one of his lawyers, Lisa Newman-Polk, tightly as the forewoman said "guilty" to charges of first-degree murder and two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm. A relative of Austin's who sat in the front row mouthed "thank you" to the jurors as they walked out. "It's disappointing," said Brown's other attorney, Mark Bennett, who fought back tears following the verdict. Assistant District Attorney David Bradley declined to comment on the verdict, citing a policy that forbids prosecutors from discussing cases publicly. The Globe featured Brown in a November 2018 story that detailed his childhood, his years in juvenile custody, and his time in the adult prison system, where he spent much of his time in solitary confinement. When he left prison, Brown had no job prospects and no strong connections to mental health or social programs to help him navigate his return from prison. He had come straight out of Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center, the state's maximum security prison, where he had served time in a restrictive unit for inmates with diagnosed mental illness. Yet the state Department of Mental Health declined to accept him as a client, saying he did not qualify for services. He reluctantly moved to Boston, where he feared gang rivals would target him. But prosecutors said Brown targeted Austin as he was leaving a bodega on Ashmont Street the morning of June 28, 2017. No motive was given for the killing of Austin, who had no gang ties and no criminal background. There was no physical evidence tying Brown to the killing. Police found no murder weapon or bullets and pants that investigators believed Brown had been wearing the day of the murder tested negative for gunshot residue. But prosecutors did have video footage from the bodega that placed Brown at the scene and showed him looking at Austin. Two witnesses later said they saw a man with a chipped tooth running away from the scene of the shooting. Brown has a chipped tooth. Bradley also pointed to a .38 revolver found in Brown's mother's apartment and full metal jacket bullets that were in Brown's girlfriend's purse. Neither the weapon nor the bullets were ever connected to the murder, but Bradley said they added to "little pieces of coincidences" that provided enough evidence for a conviction. "You have all the evidence to find him guilty," Bradley told the jury during closings. During closings, Bennett described the evidence as thin and said investigators zeroed in on Brown without probing the possibility of other suspects. "He's got a chipped tooth, perfect!" Bennett said. "Like a chipped tooth is something rare." Maria Cramer can be reached at mcramer@globe.com . Follow her on Twitter @globemcramer .


Editor's note: The opinions in this article are the author's, as published by our content partner, and do not necessarily represent the views of MSN or Microsoft. When will Hispanics realize they are being played by Democrats? When will they understand that for all their sanctimonious promises, Democrats have no intention of resolving the plight of the Dreamers, or of fixing our broken immigration system ? Maybe they already have . Hispanic approval of President Trump is soaring, to the alarm of Democrats who take those voters for granted. It's about time. EL PASO, TEXAS MAYOR: WE'RE DEALING WITH A HUMANITARIAN, ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRISIS AT THE BORDER President Trump recently rolled out the outlines of a new, sane, immigration policy. Nancy Pelosi called the proposals "dead on arrival" because the fate of DACA recipients   the Dreamers   was not included. That was clearly an intentional omission, presumably meant to invite a counter-proposal; why doesn't the House Speaker make one? Why doesn't she offer a compromise which trades resolution of the Dreamer issue for some of Trump's popular measures redrawing immigration requirements? Isn't that how governing is supposed to work? That is not how resistant Democrats work, especially on immigration. They would rather leave the issue unresolved, a festering sore that upends the lives of people stuck in DACA limbo, and leaves our southern border in chaos. Democrats will not let go of a wedge issue that helped President Obama win reelection in 2012. Attracting 71 percent of the Hispanic vote that year was critical, especially in key states like Colorado, Nevada, and Florida. Hispanics are the fastest-growing minority in the U.S. In 2012 they represented 10 percent of the electorate; in 2020, they will account for 13.3 percent, according to Pew. How did Obama rack up such enthusiasm among Latinos in his second campaign? By promising immigration reform. Again. He had vowed to tackle the issue when first elected, but spent his political capital instead on ObamaCare, even as Democrats held a majority of both houses of Congress. Not since Lucy snookered Charlie Brown with that infernal football has there been such a cruel tease. Approaching the 2012 election, Hispanics were angry that Obama had not prioritized immigration reform and furious at the president's aggressive deportation program. In his first three years in office, Obama ordered the removal of 1.1 million undocumented people, the most under any president since the 1950s. Alarmed that his Hispanic support was fading, Obama announced his DACA program just months before the 2012 election. The New York Times reported at the time, "…the president's move was a clear play for a crucial voting bloc in states that will decide whether he gets another term." It worked. Hillary Clinton did not do as well with the Latino community as Obama, but still drew 66 percent of Hispanic votes. Imagine the alarm bells ringing now amongst Democrats as polls show President Trump's approval climbing among Hispanics. Three recent surveys have put him north of 40 percent. The liberal media, which has doggedly portrayed the president as racist and his immigration policies as especially harmful to Hispanics, is appalled. But no one should be surprised. While Democrats court Latinos with ever-more liberal immigration and border policies, Pew Research has shown the number one issue for Hispanics, as for most voters, is the economy. Trump has delivered a booming jobs market and rising pay, leading to record-high consumer sentiment. Hispanic unemployment in April dropped to 4.2 percent, the lowest ever recorded, and wages have grown faster for Latinos than for any other ethnic group. It is also true that the Hispanic community, which is more than two-thirds Catholic or Evangelical, is more conservative on social issues than today's Democrats. As candidates in the upcoming election are pressed by Trump to defend late-term abortion, for instance, they may lose Hispanic voters. But it is on immigration that Democrats may be moving in the wrong direction. Polling done last year showed 63 percent of the country approving of a deal such as that outlined by Trump this week: trading permanent protection for Dreamers in exchange for merit-based immigration, ending the diversity lottery and limiting "chain" migration. Some 61 percent of Hispanics favored that outcome. In particular, 84 percent of voters (and 83 percent of Hispanics) "think immigration priority for those coming to the United States should be based on a person's ability to contribute to America as measured by their education and skills." More than two-thirds of the nation opposes the diversity lottery. The United States needs immigrants, and polling indicates that most Americans welcome workers from abroad. We currently have 1.3 million unfilled jobs; surveys show finding competent workers is the number one challenge for companies today. Instead of randomly opening our doors, it makes sense to prioritize those who can fill some of those jobs and immediately contribute to the growth and prosperity of the country. Also, our birth rate has tumbled to a 32-year low. That drop suggests a worrisome decline in our future workforce and trouble for Social Security. As soon as next year, for the first time since 1982 according to the trustee's just-released annual report, the cost of the nation's most important benefits program will exceed its revenues; consequently, Social Security's trust fund will run out of money in 2035. The projections assume that the long-term total fertility rate (TFR) will return to "an average level of 2.0." The most recent data put the TFR at 1.76. That disparity is significant and means fewer workers over time struggling to support a growing body of retirees. That has occurred in Japan, in part because that nation has historically discouraged immigration. We must not make the same mistake. We need smarter and more productive immigration policies, and to fix the Dreamer nightmare. Hispanics could make that happen   by forcing Democrats to the table. They need to demand that Democrats earn their support, not take it for granted.


Once upon a time, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. were considered one of the best offensive combinations in the NFL, but with OBJ now in Cleveland, that perception has changed. With targets like Golden Tate, Sterling Shepard, Saquon Barkley and Evan Engram still in tow, one would think a quarterback-receiver combination from the Giants would still rank somewhat high. No way, says Barry Werner of Touchdown Wire . In ranking the NFL's best QB-receiver combos for all 32 teams, Werner has Manning and Tate in the bottom half of the league, just barely edging out Sam Darnold and Robby Anderson (New York Jets) for No. 24 overall. 24. Eli Manning-Golden Tate Wily veterans figure to find a good beat and rhythm in New York. The key will be if Manning remains the Giants' No. 1 quarterback. It will be a challenge if they turn the team over to Daniel Jones for all receivers. And that is simply because he is a rookie, no insult. It's not difficult to understand why Manning and Tate are ranked so low out of the gate. However, don't be surprised to see that change as the year moves along. Not only does Tate provide Manning with a unique slot option, he comes with sure hands and the ability to break tackles unlike anyone else in the league - a valuable commodity for the aging quarterback. Beyond that, unlike Manning's relationship with Beckham, Tate has made a concentrated effort to work with Manning one-on-one this offseason and to develop a bond, which he believes will help their on-field chemistry on the field. "His understanding of the game," Tate told NJ Advance Media . "As a savvy receiver - specific to my situation, I play in the slot a lot - you want to have a guy who is really good at reading coverages so he doesn't throw you into any headaches. Eli's knowledge of the game is great." Tate added that the two have bonded over golf and Manning's impressive sense of humor. Hopefully that can translate to some big numbers on the field. MORE: Chauncey Billups had a brutally honest take on why Carmelo Anthony isn't in the NBA Roundup: Nintendo Switch Lite, Best New Restaurants in America, Shannon Elizabeth on American Pie at 20 One reason why getting rid of the franchise tag would be good for the NFL and its owners Bears' triplets rank 23rd in NFL entering 2019 season Competition will be fierce for playing time along Packers defensive line


Temperatures are rising in Sacramento, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Temperatures will heat up to 94 degrees Sunday and reach 100 degrees by Wednesday. Also expect clear skies through Saturday. Some clouds will appear on Sunday, remaining partly cloudy through Monday. Winds will remain somewhat calm, with the highest speeds on Monday at only 10 mph. This story was created automatically using Saildrone's local weather forecast data, then reviewed by an editor. We also incorporate historic weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


There's going to be a new addition to the vibrant Lincoln Street Art Park near the Recycle Here! center in Northwest Goldberg. ArtBlock is an art-centered community event space developed by Henry Ford Health System (HFHS). The 3,300-square-foot former liquor store on Holden Street has been adorned with art, both inside and out, and will host regular programming and be available for use by local community groups and residents. It was supported through a $200,000 grant by the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation. Five public art installations were created for the opening: two murals on the building's exterior, a sewn textile installation, graffiti painted by a variety of artists, and two metal hippopotamuses across the street. In total, 14 artists worked on the building and installations, including Fel3000ft, Michelle Tanguay, and Juan Martinez. 1xRun helped coordinate the artwork. The space is intended to complement the activities and art already taking place in the area. Green Living Science , the educational nonprofit of Recycle Here!, will offer regular environmental programming and youth camps. "This is different from anything Henry Ford Health System has done before," says Erin Marie McDonald, senior grants coordinator at HFHS. "There's a lot happening in the neighborhood and we wanted to support the existing infrastructure and bolster the work already being done." McDonald adds that, depending on staffing and space availability, they're currently looking to offer the space free of charge to individuals and nonprofits. The development is part of Henry Ford Health's larger investment in the area, including its massive $155 million Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion . ArtBlock is hosting a kickoff party on Friday, May 17 from 4 to 9 p.m. that's free and open to the public.


Michelangelo worked in marble, sculpting men from blocks of stone. Georgia O'Keeffe made flowers bloom by putting paint to canvas. Like those masters, Johnnie Jamison has his preferred medium, too: the stuff underneath his boots on the Canterbury Park racetrack. It looks like plain old dirt to most. In the hands of the track superintendent, though, it's an ever-changing substance that holds the key to maximizing a horse's safety and speed. "It's just like an artist working with clay, where it has to have the right amount of water to become the vase that he wants," Jamison said. "You have to get past the idea that it's just dirt. The racetrack is a living, breathing thing." Most casual fans paid little attention to racing surfaces until recent months, when 30 equine fatalities at Santa Anita Park made national news. Many trainers blamed the track's surface for the catastrophic injuries, saying it was compromised by unusually heavy rain in Southern California. At Canterbury, Jamison oversees a 1-mile dirt oval that was fully renovated last fall. Track officials spent $100,000 to restore the limestone base to its original specifications and rejuvenate the top layers of sand, clay and organic material. State veterinarian Dr. Lynn Hovda said the investment is paying dividends. No horses have suffered fatal injuries while racing at Canterbury during the first eight weeks of the season; two have died during training, though Hovda believes those horses had pre-existing problems. Compared to last season, fewer horses have been placed on the veterinarians' list of those barred from racing, and there have been fewer calls for the horse ambulance. "The track is so much better than it's been in years," Hovda said. "And that's one of the most important features we have as far as preventing injury." Studying every granule Jamison lives on the Canterbury grounds, in an RV just beyond the far turn. It's not unusual for him to wake up at odd hours to check the weather forecast, or to make sure there are no trespassers on his carefully tended dirt. "I keep my windows open, and I'm looking at that racetrack 24/7," he said. "It's a cliché, but it's a labor of love. And it has to be." Over the past 25 years, Jamison said, surface management has evolved into a highly scientific pursuit. Track superintendents have a better understanding of how surfaces affect horses' health and more tools to make them safer. Their work combines principles of physics, geology, biomechanics, engineering and good old-fashioned horsemanship. Tuesday morning, Jamison awoke at 2:30 a.m. to check the amount of moisture in the surface of Canterbury's main track. Based on his findings, his crew used a harrow -- a rake-like implement pulled by a tractor -- to fluff the top layer to a depth of 3½ inches. That soft, loose surface would be just right for training, giving horses a good workout while being gentle on their legs. Jamison said a pristine surface produces fewer injuries, so Canterbury grooms the surface twice during morning training. It takes a dozen people, four tractors, four water trucks, two graders and multiple harrows and rollers to keep the track in tiptop shape. "This is the one variable that every horse touches on a day-in, day-out basis," said Andrew Offerman, Canterbury's director of racing. "It's important that we do everything we can to make sure it's as safe as possible." Of the three racing surfaces -- dirt, turf and synthetic -- dirt is the most common in North America. It also has the highest fatality rate, with 1.86 deaths per 1,000 starts in 2018. California racetracks converted to synthetic surfaces several years ago and saw fatalities decline, but they changed back when the synthetics proved difficult to maintain and unpopular with horsemen and handicappers. The safest dirt tracks are soft enough to cushion the impact of a 1,000-pound horse racing at 35 mph, yet firm enough to support its hoofs as it propels itself forward. The footing needs to be uniform; if a horse feels the surface change under its feet, Jamison said, it may hold back from giving full effort. A good surface will retain the right amount of moisture, while draining properly and maintaining its integrity when it rains. A too-hard surface can cause soreness and injury to horses' delicate legs; one that is too soft or deep can lead to soft-tissue injuries. Many horsemen suspect the Santa Anita fatalities are linked to the heavy rains, which led to the track being "sealed" -- packed down to keep the rain from penetrating -- over and over, making it harder than usual. The track whisperer Hundreds of horses train over the Canterbury oval every day, in all types of weather. That means the surface is constantly changing, requiring Jamison to monitor it intently and adjust it as needed. He has tools to test things such as the depth, compaction rate and moisture level. He also uses his eyes and ears. By watching a horse's stride, Jamison can tell whether it is comfortable running over the surface, while the sound of hoofbeats indicates whether it has the right amount of cushion. The horses galloping past him Tuesday could barely be heard, indicating the track was in excellent shape. The quiet from another cohort at Canterbury -- the trainers -- also was a good sign. "The biggest concern of the horsemen, and the thing that gets the most complaints, is the racetrack," said trainer Tony Rengstorf, a board member of the group representing Canterbury's horsemen. "It is a huge, huge part of racing. I've been here almost every year, and it's probably as good as it's been since the beginning." That's the greatest praise possible for Canterbury's resident soil savant. But Jamison knows his job is never truly done. Shortly after the tractors groomed the surface during Tuesday's training, he already was noticing the effect of the wind and the sun, and thinking about when to send out the water truck. "For so many people, horses are a business, a commodity," Jamison said. "They're not a commodity to us. We owe it to them and the riders to give them the best, safest track we can. To me, that's a very rewarding job.'' ___ (c)2019 the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Visit the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) at www.startribune.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


The number of crime incidents in Worcester saw an overall increase last week, after a previous decline, according to data from SpotCrime , which collects data from police agencies and validated sources. Incidents rose to 940 for the week of July 29, up from 857 the week before. The specific offenses that increased the most were theft and robbery. Theft rose to 85 incidents last week, from 71 the week before. Robbery went from two to six. Among the few types of offenses that saw a downturn last week, reports of assault went from 117 to 115. Incidents of burglary fell from 20 to 18, and vandalism went down from 30 to 28. There were 688 reports of "other" crimes, an increase of 71 from the previous week. SpotCrime's broad "other" category includes a variety of offenses like fraud, trespassing, public disturbance and traffic violations. Of those incidents, 80 involved arrests, such as for drug possession, up from 62 reported arrests the week before. Regarding day and time factors, Saturday, Friday and Wednesday had the most reported crimes last week. The largest increase from the previous week occurred on Saturday, Friday and Monday, while incidents on Sunday, Thursday and Wednesday went down. Comparing times of day, evening, late afternoon and late night continue to see the most crime incidents. Want a longer-term view of crime in Worcester? Here's our latest monthly crime report . To report a crime in progress or life-threatening emergency, call 911. To report a non-urgent crime or complaint, contact your local police department. Head to SpotCrime to get free local crime alerts in your area. This story was created automatically using local crime data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about our data sources and local crime methodology. Got thoughts about what we're doing? Go here to share your feedback.


A day after defensive coordinator Steve Wilks sang his praises in his post-practice press conference, Browns rookie linebacker Mack Wilson made his coach look really smart. Wilson had an outstanding performance in Friday's practice session in Berea. The fifth-round rookie from Alabama was all over the field, showing range, instincts and some power for his lighter frame compared to his teammates. It was an outstanding interception that flashed his playmaking ability which dominated Browns social media for a portion of practice. Wilson lunged in front of a Drew Stanton pass attempt and took it the other way with a great play. Mack Wilson made one of the most athletic INTs I've seen from a LB out here. - Andrew Gribble (@Andrew_Gribble) August 2, 2019 His performance reflected what Wilks said about Wilson less than 24 hours earlier, "I love his athleticism. When you look at him out in space, he plays well, good change of direction. When you look at the matchups throughout this league, a lot of times you do not really have safeties that can cover these big tight ends so you need a linebacker that can run. That is the mode that we have right now. He fits that mode right there being able to cover a tight end as well." Wilson has consistently taken second-team reps throughout camp, as well as working with the third team in packages. He's also been featured on special teams units. More plays and days like Friday and the lanky rookie will be pushing for first-team reps. MORE: How Kawhi Leonard broke the news to Raptors coach Nick Nurse that he was leaving Five potential Jeremy Lin landing spots in free agency Biggest winners from the first week of Packers training camp Sean McVay, Rams are flipping the script on practice and the preseason Carmelo Anthony Wants to Play Again, Believes Rockets Dumped Him for Non-Basketball Reasons


The NBA Finals will begin with Game 1 on Thursday in Toronto, but Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant will not be on the floor as he continues to recover from a right calf strain suffered against the Clippers on May 8th. The Warriors announced Monday that Durant has been ruled out for Game 1, and may not travel with the team to Toronto. The Warriors managed to sweep the Portland Trail Blazers in the Western Conference Finals without Durant in the lineup, and Golden State is still the betting favorite to win the series despite not having home-court advantage. According to ESPN's Jalen Rose, however, the Warriors won't be able to overcome the Raptors without Durant. "I think you don't beat the Toronto Raptors without KD's productivity up front. I saw what Draymond Green did against the Portland Trail Blazers - and he was outstanding. But who was he going against? Moe Harkless, [Zach] Collins, and [Meyers] Leonard, who actually balled against the Warriors. You know what nobody's talking about? Meyers Leonard actually was killing the Golden State Warriors. Now all of a sudden you have more physical bodies to give fouls and to frustrate Draymond up front. And I think along with Kawhi being able to roam at different points defensively, the Raptors with home-court advantage win this series if KD doesn't perform." MORE: Draymond Green to LeBron James' 14-Year-Old Son: "I'm at Your F--king Neck This Summer" 'Jeopardy' star James Holzhauer fell just short of breaking his own ridiculous record NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Ahead of Finals, Stephen Curry defends Kevin Durant against critics Jimmy Butler would reportedly like playing with LeBron James Related slideshow: Best of 2019 NBA playoffs (Provided by imagn)


White House hopeful Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) arrived in Puerto Rico Friday as protests rock the territory, making her the first 2020 candidate to visit since demonstrators began marching against the governor. Gabbard said she went to the island to "show support" for protesters who are calling for the resignation of Gov. Ricardo Rosselló (D) over allegations of corruption and leaked text messages circulated among his inner circle containing misogynistic and homophobic slurs. "I'm here today to stand with and show support for my fellow Americans in Puerto Rico in their stand against corruption, and against a government that has proven it is of, by and for the rich and powerful, leaving the people behind," Gabbard said in a press release. "These protests are about more than offensive language in leaked chats. They're about more than Governor Ricardo Rosselló and his associates' elitist attitudes. They're about rampant corruption within Puerto Rico's government that pretends to serve the interests of its people but instead exploits them, over and over again for profits and power. It is this blatant corruption that undermines people's faith in our democracy, our country and our values." Gabbard also called on the Democratic Party and the other two dozen presidential contenders to call for "this corrupt administration headed by Governor Rossello step down." Rosselló has so far resisted calls to resign, instead offering apologies as he tries to govern through the scandal engulfing the island. The controversy was sparked when two former members of Rosselló's administration were arrested by the FBI earlier this month over allegations they directed more than $15 million in government contracts to favored businesses. The Puerto Rican Center for Investigative Journalism released the trove of messages among Rosselló and his closest allies, including at least two Cabinet members, that hammered journalists and political rivals. Several other White House contenders have expressed support for Puerto Rican protesters, including top-tier contenders Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro, who made his first campaign trip to the territory this cycle, called on Rosselló to resign Friday.


After you've had your passport for a certain number of years, the U.S. Government requires you to renew it. But expired passports shouldn't be treated the same as expired coupons or food and just thrown in the trash. Expired passports can actually come in handy, even after you've already ordered a new one. "Overall, I think people assume it's a good idea to shred or destroy your old passport, similar to the way you cut up your old credit card when you get a new one," says Justin Lavelle, Chief Communications Officer for BeenVerified.com , a top background checking source. "Not the case for passports! Hold on to your canceled passport and store it in a safe place. It should be kept in a different location than your valid passport. Even though you can't use your old passport for travel, it's still a useful document." What can an expired passport be used for? An expired passport can actually be very useful if you're a frequent traveler. Even after it has expired, it still remains a valid form of U.S. citizenship. If you ever lose your valid passport and need to apply for a replacement, you can send in your expired passport as proof of citizenship instead of your original birth certificate, says Lavelle. To be even smarter with your passport, read up on these very important things you should know about your passport . "If you can provide your old passport [when applying for a new one], it is easier for the passport agency to know you are a U.S. citizen and they can quickly issue the new passport," says William Worster, a professor of law with a focus on international migration, nationality, and citizenship. "If you don't have the old passport, then it's harder to prove that you are a U.S. citizen. If you are ever in a rush to get a passport, keeping your expired passport can be very handy for that." It's also very important to hold on to your expired passport if it contains any visas. Some countries allow you to transfer a valid visa from an expired passport to a new one. "Brazil, which issues ten-year visas to U.S. citizens, will actually allow you to enter the country carrying both a canceled passport with a valid visa and a new passport. Other countries, such as Russia and Afghanistan, will want to know the details of any previous visas when you apply for a new visa," says Lavelle. You can also make photocopies of your old visas if required. Your expired passport can also help when applying for a new license. If you have moved or your license expired, it can be used as a valid form of citizenship. One of the most important reasons you should keep your expired passport, though, is for the memories. Not only will you be able to look back at your old passports and laugh at how young and horrible you look in the picture, but you'll also be able to see the stamps from all the countries you have visited. These are some other documents you should never throw away . If you really want to throw away your old passport, how should you do it? The U.S. State Department advises people against disposing of their old passport, but if you really feel the need to there are a few things to note before you just throw it in the trash. "Keep in mind that most modern passports are made to be very durable and are difficult to destroy," says Worster. "They are deliberately made this way so that they are not accidentally ruined or easily forged. In essence, you would probably need to fully burn it to ashes to effectively destroy it." You can also send your expired passport to the U.S. State Department passport agency and request that they destroy it. Worster also notes that some newer passports are made with RFID chip which contains all of your personal information. Tampering with the chip is considered illegal, so bottom line: you shouldn't get rid of your expired passport. What should you do with your expired passport if you're applying for a new one? When you apply for a new passport, you have to send in your expired passport with the DS-82 application. The form can be found through the U.S. Department of State website or at your local post office. Your expired passport will be marked with something to indicate that it is no longer valid. Before you send in your application, make sure you always check this box , or you're losing money. Related video: You Can Renew Your Passport Within 24 Hours With Fedex (Travel + Leisure)


Bubba Wallace will honor Adam Petty with RPM'S throwback scheme for the 2019 running of the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. The scheme is a throwback to 's lone ARCA Racing Series victory at Charlotte Motor Speedway on September 20, 1998. This livery will feature the Victory Junction Gang camp, a camp for terminally ill children created in Adam's memory. "It's truly an honor and top throwback that I've been a part of and knowing the history behind the Petty family and Adam's vision and seeing it come to life at Victory Junction," Wallace said. "I think this really speaks for Adam and what his vision was and I was too young to know him and I feel like we would have had a great time, to grow together and to bring this organization back to where it needs to be." Both were present for the car's unveiling. "To be here, to have Bubba drive the car and for it to be my dad's car and with Victory Junction on the car, it's our 15 th anniversary, it's hard to believe that he would have been 39 years old this year, so it's hard to believe it's been that long," Kyle said. "But to have this car here, to have it at Darlington and for everything that Darlington means to our family, what it means to this sport, it was just the perfect time." placed 26th in his first career start in the Southern 500 last year.


When Stephen Curry's trainer says he knows Curry could play 48 minutes per game effectively the rest of the NBA Finals, and that he could match or exceed the 47 points he scored in Game 3, again and again, it sounds like hype for the trainer's client. Except for one thing: Brandon Payne has been quietly but firmly making these over-the-top claims for almost a decade, and Curry keeps backing them up with his super deeds. Curry scored 47 points Wednesday in a 123-109 loss to the Raptors. It was one of the epic scoring binges in NBA playoff history, and it came on a night when the Warriors' offense was missing Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant. Payne, in a phone conversation Thursday from his home in North Carolina, mentioned that the Raptors were not likely to match their torrid Game 3 shooting, 52.4% from the field, including 44.7% from 3-point range. I said Toronto fans probably feel the same way about Curry, that he's not going to score 47 again. "I would strongly disagree with that," Payne said. "I think Stephen can score 47 three more times." The 47 didn't surprise Payne. "My thought going in was he was going to have to score 50 for (the Warriors) to win," Payne said. "He got pretty close. That's not a knock against anybody else on his team, that's just the reality. The firepower from the perimeter just wasn't there, and when you start to limit what the Warriors do from the perimeter, it completely changes everything." Game 3 was a moment Curry and Payne have been preparing for since they began working together in 2011 at Payne's Accelerate Basketball in Charlotte. Curry was attracted to Payne's intelligence and creativity, and Payne was attracted to Curry's insatiable quest for improvement. Much of their work is aimed at making Curry ruthlessly efficient under the highest physical and mental stress. Curry played 43 minutes, 15 seconds in Game 3, and did not seem stressed or fatigued. "Mentally, he had to be so aggressive the entire time he was on the floor. Probably the most impressive thing to me last night was the fact that he didn't allow his aggression to overtake his decision-making," Payne said. "He was patient, within his aggression. He took shots when they were available. He didn't force much. He made the right pass when the pass needed to be made, he created opportunities for teammates through his movements, and he did a great job screening. "So there was a lot of good that went into last night, and it was a result of his work over the past number of years to prepare for those situations." Payne uses high-tech analytics to measure Curry's performance when he's fresh and when he's physically taxed, comparing his "decision-making speed and accuracy." "Just being mentally tough gets you through those drills," Payne said. "We don't stop until he wins 'em. That kind of showed itself last night. ... Being able to make the same accurate decisions with the same kind of speed when you're fatigued is a big part of how we judge conditioning level. "I think you saw some of that last night, and you're going to continue to see it, because he's going to have to be aggressive just like he was last night for the remainder of the series." Modern NBA analytics suggest that playing Curry more than his 43 minutes Wednesday, especially with how he had to carry the offense, is risky. I asked Warriors head coach Steve Kerr on Thursday if he was ever tempted to play Curry 48 minutes. "Not really," Kerr said. "Last night is about the extent of what I think Steph is capable of. He was brilliant, he was amazing, but I think he was   I took him out with about two minutes left, and he got about 2½ minutes' rest in the second quarter. "We're asking an awful lot of him, and we should be able to buy a few minutes' rest here and there for him." Payne appreciates that the Warriors are protective of Curry (and all the Warriors). But ... "I really think, especially if you have a version of Klay that is not 100 percent, and potentially KD not 100 percent, I don't think you can take Steph's firepower off the court, and I think he would be able to handle (playing a full 48 minutes). I think that him playing 48 has got to be a possibility for the next few games, with the injuries they have." I ran into Curry after his interview session Thursday and asked him if he could go 48. "Of course," he said. Scott Ostler is a San Francisco Chronicle columnist. Email: sostler@sfchronicle.com Twitter: @scottostler


TOPEKA, Kan. (AP)   A veteran conservative Republican legislative leader who helped block Medicaid expansion in Kansas this year launched a campaign Wednesday for the U.S. Senate, jumping into an already crowded race within weeks of nationally known immigration hardliner Kris Kobach. Kansas Senate President Susan Wagle posted a video for supporters on a campaign website portraying her as a "relentless fighter" for conservative political causes. The Wichita Republican filed paperwork Tuesday evening with the Federal Election Commission forming a campaign committee after months of considering the race for the GOP nomination next year. She is seeking the seat held by four-term Republican U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, who is not running for reelection in 2020. At least 19 prospective candidates have expressed an interest, and Kobach, an early and vocal ally of President Donald Trump who lost last year's governor's race to Democrat Laura Kelly, kicked off his campaign this month. Other potential candidates include GOP U.S. Rep. Roger Marshall of western Kansas, who ended June with $1.4 million in his House campaign account that could be transferred to a Senate run. Some top Republicans earlier this year were nudging U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, a former Wichita-area congressman, to run. "You can't sit around forever and wait for this gigantic, mythical figure to decide if he wants to run or not. You have to start getting your campaign going," said Patrick Miller, a University of Kansas political scientist. Republicans have not lost a U.S. Senate race in Kansas since 1932, and they would normally be heavily favored to retain Roberts' seat. But Kobach's loss last year, with a take-no-prisoners style and emphasizing proposals for cracking down on illegal immigration, has some Republicans questioning his electability. But Kobach said he's facing a "different playing field," adding: "Whether it be national defense, illegal immigration, deficit spending, all the way down the issues, Kansas leans Republican." At the Statehouse, Wagle quickly emerged as a vocal critic of Kelly's administration. She and other top Republicans argued that a Medicaid expansion plan favored by Kelly would prove too expensive and blocked a vote in the Senate after the House approved it. Wagle, who has previously had cancer, said health care is a crucial issue but added in her video, "Socialized medicine, which leads to long waits, poor care, lack of choice, and health care rationing, is never the answer." Wagle has served in the Legislature since 1991. She already was a prominent anti-abortion, anti-tax legislator when fellow GOP conservatives' victories in state Senate primaries in 2012 enabled her rise to the chamber's top leadership post. She is the first woman to serve as state Senate president and the only woman Republican in the U.S. Senate race so far. Pompeo has said he will serve as U.S. secretary of state as long as Trump wants but told Kansas City radio station KCMO last week, "I always leave open the possibility that something will change." ___ Follow John Hanna on Twitter: https://twitter.com/apjdhanna


During your vacation, a hotel room is your home away from home, but it's much better than your actual home because you have fresh sheets every day. Here's how to properly thank, respect, and compensate the person making that happen. Stephanie Land is the author of best-seller Maid , about her time working in housekeeping while supporting her daughter and earning her degree online. Land's situation was in no way unique; many people are making their living in the service industry, and the standards for how they're paid and treated vary widely. As a traveler, you can raise those standards via your own behavior, and Land tweeted out her suggestions for how you should leave a hotel room when your stay is over. Towels The luxury of lots of having clean towels in so many shapes and sizes can quickly go to your head. Have you been getting fresh ones every day? or have you just been accumulating them like a towel hoarder? Land writes that you should gather them up in a pretty specific way for the ease of the person picking them up for cleaning, by balling them up with the "washcloth in the middle," probably because the washcloth is the wettest and filthiest of them all. Light cleaning You're not going to vacuum or scrub the sink, but there are some basic things you can do that will make a hotel housekeeper's life much easier; people do some gross stuff in hotels and the basics Land outlines paint a picture: Pick the hair out of the drain. Flush. Put garbage in the garbage. You wouldn't think flushing the toilet needs to be said, but apparently it does, so please do. To disturb or not to disturb Land did not bring up the Do Not Disturb sign, but it became a point of contention in the comments; theoretically, you could leave your DND sign up throughout your stay, limiting the amount of work a cleaner has to do. Unfortunately, it's not so simple. For one, as a post on Travel Skills points out, the DND sign is not a legally binding contract . Hotel cleaning and management can and will enter your room despite the sign, and apparently, guests often lie about leaving the sign off when they come back to a filthy room: Guests will frequently leave the DND sign on their door when they go out for the day. Then when they return they think that somehow, magically, their room was supposed to have been cleaned without someone violating the DND sign. Then they'll call down to the front desk and complain that their room was not cleaned and flat out lie about having left their DND sign on the door. This happens so often it's crazy. But in the context of how your helping or hindering staff, not allowing cleaning into the room means you're likely cutting into their paycheck: The housekeeping staff simply wants to clean their assigned rooms, especially rooms due to check-out that day. They don't get paid for rooms they are assigned but do not clean, and they're eager to see if the guest left them a tip. So, let the workers do their work they might just go ahead and do it anyway, and you can at least plan to hide your naughty stuff ahead of time. Related video: 5 Warning Signs You're About to Stay at a Bad Hotel (Provided by Buzz60) Tipping How much you should tip is debated a lot, but it is determined in part by the cost of the room and how much you had your room cleaned. Land writes: Tip. ($10/day, per person who stayed) If your stay is multiple days, tip every day you expect cleaning service. Seriously. In 2016, Trip Advisor closed this post on tipping which offered these basic guidelines: $2-3 per night up to $5, more in high-end hotels. Also more if there are more than 3 people in a room or suite. Leave the tip on your pillow or in a similar obvious place with a note that says thank you. Leave the tip each day when you leave the room, rather than at the end of your stay, because your room might get cleaned by different people each day, depending on staff schedules. If you have additional items delivered to your room, such as extra pillows, hangers, luggage racks, tip the person who brings them $2 or $3. With some cost-of-living inflation, $10 seems to be in the right ball park, and the point about doing it daily as you receive service is a good one. People work different shifts, so tipping at the end might mean someone gets left out of the tipping pool. Land added that putting the tip in a card with a thank you is way to make sure they receive it: Leave a note that says thank you with the money under it.   Stephanie Land (@stepville) March 15, 2019 Small gestures Tipping is likely one of the main sticking points for hotel cleaners, assuming you haven't trashed the room completely. If you'd like to do a few extra things to help out, Quora interviewed Bruce Claver, who has worked for decades in hotel management . He offered this list of small things that will make workers lives much easier: Strip the sheets off the bed and pillow cases and leave in a pile on the floor opposite the bathroom door. Take all used towels, washcloth, and bath mat and place in one pile on the bathroom floor. Take the trash can from under the desk and the trash can from the bathroom and place them together next to the sheets (by the bathroom door). Replace the iron and ironing board (wrap or retract cord of iron) Replace the tv remote to where it was on checkin day Open the curtains. And never, ever make the bed. They'll just have to un-make it.


In order for the Hurricanes passing game to become a threat, their running attack will have to be consistent on a week to week basis. During the latest episode of the Storm Surge podcast, their guest Chris Landry of LandryFootball.com said of the Hurricanes, "they've got to get more consistency out of the passing game, but that's only going to come from more consistency out of the running game." That struck me, because so many people have been talking about Miami's passing game, but nobody is talking about how UM's running game is going to influence it. There's no questioning the talent that the Hurricanes have at the running back position. Going into 2019, Miami has a trio of dangerous players at RB; DeeJay Dallas , Cam'ron Harris and Lorenzo Lingard. Dallas will be leading the charge as the junior, but Harris showed great potential at the end of 2018 and also in spring practice. tFR RB Cam'Ron Davis is having a nice day. It started with a 42 yard TD run. #DevyWatch pic.twitter.com/hJOkpevIiH   Greg Brandt (@devywarehouse) November 17, 2018 Lingard, though injured through most of last season and missing the spring, has enough talent that everyone is already penciling him in as one of the breakout stars for Miami. Everyone: Marsh, who you excited to watch in 2019? Me: Lorenzo Lingard #Canes pic.twitter.com/ba3h61EiH8   MarshThomas (@hurricanesmarsh) February 26, 2019 While they all three, including Travis Homer , gave us great highlights in 2018, Miami still finished 45th in the nation when it came to rushing, averaging 191.5 yards per game. They were super against Duke (300 yards) and Pitt (293 yards), but not so super against LSU (83 yards) and FSU (102 yards). Cam'Ron Harris | #ItsAllAboutTheU pic.twitter.com/x47YET3pPR   GO 'CANES! (@83_87_89_91_01) July 13, 2019 If you know football, you know that most good passing teams, have a powerful ground game to go along with it, and just not go along, but good enough to open it up for the quarterback to air it out. Trevor Lawrence passed for 3,280 yards last year, but Clemson also had the nations 10th best rushing attack and 248.2 yards per game. Kyler Murray was masterful with 4,361 yards in 2018, and 247.4 yards running the football was a big component in that. If you look at the Hurricanes offense in the early 2000's, yes Miami had a fantastic quarterback in Ken Dorsey , it also didn't hurt when you had Clinton Portis and Willis McGahee making defenses live in fear. In 2018, Miami's passing offense was the complete opposite of opposing to the defense. Ranking 112th in the country in that category, UM quarterbacks averaged only 167.3 yards through the air per game. There were many reasons why the Hurricanes passing game wasn't affective in 2018. Bad play calling, incapabilities in the quarterbacks themselves, and also that Miami's running attack wasn't feared by opponents. Here is video of DeeJay Dallas' 3-yard TD run pic.twitter.com/UkayeFPH3y   Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro) April 13, 2019 Heading into this new 2019 season, Miami's running game is going to have to become more consistent. The Hurricanes can't afford to run the football for 268 yards against Toledo, and then total under 150 in games like Virginia, Boston College and Georgia Tech when the ACC Coastal is on the line. #UM says top performers offensively included running back Cam'ron Harris (five carries, 32 yards), running back DeeJay Dallas (38 rushing yards) and tight end Will Mallory (four receptions, 62 yards, two touchdowns).   Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro) April 6, 2019 With Dallas, Harris and Lingard, I believe that Miami can have that strong attack running the ball. If they're able to do that, expect Tate Martell , N'Kosi Perry , Jarren Williams , or any Canes quarterback to have a much better season throwing.


Marcelo Brozovic's agent has revealed the midfielder feels settled at Inter, dashing the hopes of Tottenham and Arsenal who have both been linked with the Croatian. Brozovic has been at the forefront of much transfer speculation over the past two months as it looked likely Inter would fall short of Champions League qualification. However, they clinched it on the last day of the season and Brozovic seems to have his heart set on Inter. The 26-year-old Croatian has been instrumental in the successes of both club and country over the past year, with a string of impressive performances resulting in plenty of transfer speculation. Rumours began to circle around Brozovic's departure from San Siro after he became unsettled with the lack of silverware earned after more than 120 games played for La Beneamata. Yet recently Brozovic's agent Miroslav Bicanic spoke to FCInter1908 , revealing more about Brozovic's state of mind at Inter and reassuring fans that he wishes to stay. He said: "Marcelo looks great and feels like an important player at Inter. In Milan, he feels at home and the club is like his family. Yes, but he is not entirely happy because he has not yet won a trophy. "Qualifying for the Champions League was an important objective, but a club like Inter deserve to win trophies. Brozovic is confident they'll arrive soon. No doubt, Marcelo will respect any coach who will be at the helm of Inter next season, whether it's Spalletti or any other coach chosen by the club." While Inter clinched Champions League football in a less than convincing style, they still managed to beat fierce rivals Milan to the final top four spot, after beating Empoli 2-1 at home.


Citing concerns about airplane noise for residents in West Adams, Mid-City and surrounding neighborhoods, the city of L.A. is suing the Federal Aviation Administration to get a court to invalidate the routes jets now use to access Los Angeles International Airport. The lawsuit follows complaints from residents in those neighborhoods who say planes are bearing down on their homes, causing a thunderous and constant commotion. The city's three-page petition challenges the FAA's May 2018 publication and subsequent implementation of its "North Downwind" approach procedures to LAX. The city pushing back on what it describes as a new policy to limit public comment on flight paths. Comments submitted to the FAA's website on the proposed flight procedures now aren't taken into account, the city claims. City Atty. Mike Feuer's office said in a statement on Monday that the FAA changed flight patterns in 2017. Further changes were made in May 2018, but the agency "allegedly failed to perform the required environmental review or seek public comment," the statement said. The FAA's new flight pathways are part of the Southern California Metroplex project, which created satellite-based routes at airports throughout the region. The routes, according to the agency, are supposed to be more precise than previous pathways, which use ground-based navigation. In 2016, the agency declared the Southern California Metroplex "would not result in significant noise impacts or reportable noise increases." The city said in its statement that its lawyers will argue that the FAA failed to properly consider the environmental impacts of changing the flight paths. The city wants the court to deem the paths invalid and force the agency to do a proper environmental review. Ian Gregor, a spokesman for the FAA in Los Angeles, said the agency does not comment on pending litigation. The city's petition was filed Friday with the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, which handles cases against federal agencies. Previously, the city sought to work with the FAA to address several complaints about the flights, but "to date these negotiations have been unsuccessful," the city's said in its statement. The Southern California Metroplex project is part of a larger FAA modernization program called NextGen, which has drawn complaints in several cities. Newport Beach and Culver City have also filed legal challenges against the FAA. "Too many people are being impacted by all the new flight paths," said Denny Schneider, chairman of the LAX Community Noise Roundtable, who hadn't seen the lawsuit yet. "Let's hope that the FAA is listening." The roundtable consists of an array of members, including community groups and elected officials. Separately, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority voted last week to ask the FAA to use different flight paths for departures out of Hollywood Burbank Airport. The authority is seeking to bring relief to residents in Studio City and other San Fernando Valley communities who've been complaining about aircraft noise.


With some luck, the Raiders could actually have one of the deepest defensive lines in all of football. With the team doubling up at defensive end and defensive tackle in the draft over the past two years, they are suddenly loaded with talent, especially on the interior defensive line. But one player that hasn't received enough hype is 2017 third-round pick Eddie Vanderdoes. As a rookie, Vanderdoes started 13 games for the Raiders, recording 12 pressures and 10 hurries, according to Pro Football Focus. But after a promising rookie season, Vanderdoes missed all of the 2018 season after tearing his ACL in the final game of the 2017 season. However, he is healthy entering the offseason, and head coach Jon Gruden specifically mentioned him as a player he's excited to watch this offseason. Jon Gruden said one of the guys he's most excited to see this offseason is Eddie Vanderdoes. - Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) May 21, 2019 If Vanderdoes is healthy, he could be a perfect backup behind Maurice Hurst as the team's three-technique. With Johnathan Hankins, P.J. Hall and Justin Ellis all vying for snaps as the one-technique, Vanderdoes could carve out a role as an "up-the-field" rusher in Paul Guenther's defense. As long as Vanderdoes can get back to the level of play we saw in 2017, he should easily make the roster and have a role on this defense. And if that's the case, the Raiders will suddenly have one of the better interior defensive line rotations in all of the NFL. MORE: Kyle Rudolph confirms Vikings have offered him 5-year extension NBA fans are delighted by Kawhi Leonard's interview with an international reporter Jon Gruden 'excited' to see Raiders DT Eddie Vanderdoes this offseason Packers rookie Darnell Savage impresses with intelligence early at OTAs Stephen Carlson: What the Browns are getting in their new WR


A Massachusetts woman charged with murder after the remains of three babies were found in her so-called squalid "House of Horrors" was found not guilty of second-degree murder. Judge Janet Kenton-Walker announced said Thursday that prosecutors did not prove that Blackstone mother Erika Murray cause the death of the baby she had been charged with killing. In issuing her ruling, Kenton-Walker said while the evidence provides a finding that the baby lived for a few days and that Murray cared for the baby, Murray's failure to call for help or perform CPR was not proven to be the cause of the baby's death. Murray was found guilty of two counts of assault and battery on a child causing substantial bodily injury and two counts of cruelty to animals. Kenton-Walker called the case "senseless" and "tragic," but said she had to be guided by the evidence rather than her emotions. "In reaching my decision, I considered only the evidence presented in this courtroom," Kenton-Walker said. "I have to decide this case only on the evidence and the law. Emotion and sympathy played no part in the decision I had to make." The judge found Murray not guilty of two counts of reckless endangerment of a child, saying the defendant suffered from a mental condition that prevented her from recognizing the deplorable conditions inside the home and the effect the conditions would have on her children. "This was a very hard case with a very difficult set of facts as it always is when dealing with children who are victims. It has emotionally affected many people throughout Worcester County. We appreciate all the time and effort the judge put into her decision in this case. The court has spoken," said District Attorney Joseph Early. Murray was initially charged in two of the babies' deaths, but the judge dropped one of the murder counts because there was not enough evidence one of those babies was born alive. Four living children were also removed from the home, which was filled with rodents, dead animals, dirty diapers and trash. Murray's attorney argued that his client is mentally ill and that there's no evidence she caused the baby's death. A psychiatrist who testified on behalf of the prosecution said he concluded Murray did not suffer from a mental illness. The children first came to the attention of police when a 10-year-old boy who lived in the house went to a neighbor and asked for her help to get a baby to stop crying. The neighbor went into the house and found a crying baby on a bed, covered in feces, and no adults around. Police were called and officials removed four living children -- the 10-year-old boy as well as 13-year-old, 3-year-old and 6-month-old girls -- from the home. Authorities later found the remains of the three dead babies inside cardboard boxes in bedroom closets. Two of them were wearing diapers and clothing and the third still had the placenta attached, authorities said. Murray will be held until she is sentenced, which is scheduled for July 11. "This was a challenging case from the very beginning, but it has been most difficult for the children involved in this horrific situation. We also hope that with the end of this case, our community, which was shocked to our very core, can find closure," Acting Blackstone Police Chief Gregory Gilmore said in a statement. The Associated Press contributed to this report. READ MORE: Woman charged in baby's death in 'House of Horrors' case found not guilty of murder CHECK OUT WCVB: Get the latest Boston news, weather and sports online, anytime. Stay in the know with Boston's news leader   WCVB.


Kevin Pillar might be known for his amazing acts on the field, but that's not stopping him from being equally incredible off the diamond. The San Francisco Giants outfielder generously offered up free tickets to the young Phillies fan who went viral after he gave up a foul ball that he grabbed to another young fan at Wednesday's game between Philadelphia and the Los Angeles Dodgers. There's a lot of good out there in this world.. we just got to do a better job showcasing it!! Both the kids in the video.. if you have Twitter reach out and you got tickets on me when the @SFGiants come to town ✌? https://t.co/lTD98nQ7F9   Kevin Pillar (@KPILLAR4) July 18, 2019 There are few ways to better promote kindness and generosity than rewarding good deeds like this one. The young fan and the friend he made now have the chance to attend a game for free! He was already rewarded for his kindness by the Phillies' broadcast team, who ended up giving him another ball midway through the game. It just goes to show you that moments of kindness like this don't often go unnoticed. Phillies fans ❤ pic.twitter.com/ckczsBHcgA   Kristen Rodgers (@KristenERodgers) July 18, 2019 And it's moments like these that make the game of baseball so easy to love. From the kindness showed from one fan to another to the wholesome offer made by Pillar, there's nothing not to like. It's interaction between the fans and the players at its finest. Pillar and the Giants will pay the Phillies a three-game visit starting on July 30. It would truly be great to see him show up. Who knows, maybe he'll end up giving still another ball away if he gets the opportunity. Related slideshow: 2019 MLB season (provided by imagn)


NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says allowing players to use medical marijuana will be decided by doctors. Goodell said today that plans to study marijuana as a pain management tool are part of an effort by the league to ensure that players have access to the best and healthiest pain medicine available. "It's much broader than that," he said. "There are a lot of alternative pain medications and treatments and those are the types of things that we want this committee to focus on, with medical experts and with medical science behind that. Of course they will look at one of those is, what role medical marijuana can have in that. That's something that will be part of there studies, but it is much broader than that." Marijuana is currently banned in the NFL, even if a player is using it under the supervision of a doctor and even in states where it is legal.


Today, we use our smartphones and the internet for nearly everything - whether through mobile banking, keeping in touch with friends through social media, or sending work-related emails. And many of the apps and services we use to do so are protected by a password, a defense mechanism that has become increasingly easy for malicious actors to crack. That's why it's important to create a password that's strong and complex, even if it makes it more difficult to remember. The perfect password may not exist, Etay Maor, an executive security adviser at IBM Security , told Business Insider. But he said there was a technique you could use to create passwords that'd be tough for hackers to figure out but easy to keep top of mind. Maor suggests creating a "passphrase" instead of a password. Read more: 5 easy ways to keep your smartphone safe from hackers "Even if you choose a password, which is let's say eight to 10 characters long and very complex ... it's still pretty easy for a computer to guess it pretty fast," said Maor, who studies cybercriminal tactics on the dark web to teach clients how hackers work so they can better protect themselves. The passphrase technique is exactly what it sounds like. It entails coming up with a memorable phrase you can use in place of a password, since the longer the password is, the more difficult it is for a machine to crack. For example, you could choose a phrase like "I want to go to a Bon Jovi concert" and turn that into a password. "A computer will take, I don't want to say an infinite amount of time, but a not realistic amount of time, to be able to guess it," Maor said. A common technique algorithms use to guess passwords is what is known as a "brute force" attack, which is when the intruder would keep guessing various character combinations until it finds a match. It's a task that would be very time consuming for a human but relatively easy for a computer. "For computers today, keep in mind how many [central processing units] are in a computer and the fact that you can use multiple computers, it actually doesn't take long to be able to generate a list of all the possible combinations of letters and numbers," Maor said. But an even better strategy for making a secure password, Maor said, is letting a computer create one for you. He suggests using a password manager like LastPass or 1Password , which can generate complex, randomized passwords on your behalf and auto-fill them when you log in to services on the web. This can help you avoid the critical mistake of using the same password for multiple websites. "Don't take that task on yourself," he said. "Have an algorithm do that for you."


Kareem Hunt appears to have narrowly escaped yet more trouble after an incident over the weekend at a Cleveland nightclub. The Browns running back talked to police after a "small argument" with a friend that attracted a lot of police attention. No charges were filed. In fact, Hunt left on his own with no report filed, no handcuffs, no issues. Cleveland police went on the record stating The report from TMZ : Here's what we know so far … the Cleveland Browns running back went to the Barley House party spot on Saturday night with a bunch of friends and stayed late into the evening. Right after he left, SOMETHING happened - and several cops went over to speak with the 23-year-old. He wasn't arrested. Wasn't detained. He left without incident. But, a witness tells TMZ Sports … Hunt was involved in a physical altercation with another man before the cops came over. The witness wasn't sure if it was a "real" fight or if he was just horsing around with a buddy. At one point, one of the officers can be heard on video telling Kareem, "I saw him push you." Barley House owner Bobby George told WKYC3 that Hunt was involved in a "small argument with one of his friends … People blew it out of proportion." The concluding statement there is worth focusing on for a minute. It was an argument between friends blown out of proportion. Go to any bar in any city and you'll see that happen frequently. Rarely do police get involved, but rarely do those myriad incidents involve an NFL player with a spotlight on him for prior bad behavior. Per ESPN's Josina Anderson , the Browns are also of the belief it was blown up out of proportion, Two sources with the Browns told ESPN's Josina Anderson that the team was not concerned at this time, saying based on what they had read, it didn't seem like a big deal, especially because Hunt was not arrested. Hunt is on zero tolerance with the Browns for any malfeasance. He's already suspended the first eight games from the domestic assault case in a Cleveland hotel, the one that led the Kansas City Chiefs to dump the 2017 NFL rushing champ. Browns GM John Dorsey has reiterated the short leash on Hunt's tenure in the Dawg Pound. It appears this latest incident will not be an issue for Hunt. Good. Now it's on Hunt himself to learn from the close call. He must be more aware that trouble might find him, and trouble is a lot more likely at a bar in the late night. For a man who has admitted he's seeking treatment for alcohol abuse, being in that situation is a poor choice. Hunt has too much to lose by tempting chance. Maybe this latest close shave with the death of his NFL career will make him more aware of that fact. MORE: MLB world pays respects to Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs, who died Monday at age 27 Stephen A. Smith: 'Andre Iguodala is planning on joining the Lakers' Roundup: Tyler Skaggs; Total Solar Eclipse; Poison at Facebook Facility; Democratic Race NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Do Cowboys have horses to absorb another Ezekiel Elliott suspension?


Former Spartans, Grand Rapids Drive members join Pistons first- and second-year players The Detroit Pistons announced their summer league roster featuring rookies and second-year players. The squad is highlighted by rookie Sekou Doumbouya , Bruce Brown, Khyri Thomas and Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk. Fellow second-round pick Deividas Sirvydis will also be on the team but Jordan Bone is not on the roster, as the Pistons will not officially retain his rights until July 6. Other players of interest on the squad are undrafted Michigan State Spartans Matt Costello and Matt McQuaid, as well as former college standouts Jarrod Uthoff , Bennie Boatwright, Donta Hall, Will Cherry , Louis King and Marcquise Reed. Grand Rapids Drive alums Todd Withers and Michael Bethea Jr. will also be on the team. 2019 Detroit Pistons Summer League Schedule Friday, July 5 at 3 p.m.: Pistons vs. Croatia on NBA TV Saturday, July 6 at 3:30 p.m.: Pistons vs. Portland on ESPNU Monday, July 8 at 5 p.m.: Pistons vs. Indiana on ESPNU Wednesday, July 10 at 3 p.m. vs. Philadelphia on NBA TV *all times Eastern The Pistons will play at least five games   the four preliminary games and then the top eight teams from the 32-team field are then seeded in a tournament. Advancing in that tournament would mean eventually playing in a Championship Game on July 15 at 9 p.m. Teams that do not qualify for the tournament will each play a consolation game. 2019 Detroit Pistons Summer League Roster S U M M E R. S Q U A D. First game is Friday at 3 against Croatia on @NBATV . #DetroitBasketball pic.twitter.com/enmiJQS0UR   Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) July 2, 2019


NEW YORK   Take a product on a home shopping channel and sell out in a matter of minutes  it's the dream of many entrepreneurs. Lori Greiner, who's sold her jewelry organizers, home decor and other products on QVC since 1998, encourages other entrepreneurs to try to get on air. Greiner, who's an investor on the ABC program "Shark Tank," has also brought some of the products she's invested in to QVC. "The products that do the best solve a problem   there's a need for them," says Greiner, who's been called the Queen of QVC. A home shopping appearance is also a way to advertise to a large audience. QVC says it reaches nearly 100 million households in the U.S. and 300 million worldwide through broadcast, cable and satellite programming. QVC rival Home Shopping Network says it reaches 95 million U.S. households and another competitor, Evine, reaches 88 million. About 850 to 900 products appear on air on QVC weekly. The company's website, QVC.com, has tens of thousands of products, most of which have also sold on air. "You get to show people within minutes what your product is, and you can sell thousands of units within minutes," Greiner says. HOW TO GET ON Entrepreneurs can try to sell to QVC even if they don't have finished products. Prototypes work fine. Greiner showed buyers a prototype for her first plastic organizer for earrings in 1996. After she inked deals with Home Shopping Network and J.C. Penney Co., she began making her product. HOW DO YOU FIND A BUYER? Exhibit at trade shows like the International Home & Housewares Show in Chicago or the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. Another way in is to send a pitch to the company via its website or hire a salesperson known as a manufacturer's representative. Networking also helps: Some of QVC's current vendors have introduced other business owners to the company's buyers, says Ken O'Brien, QVC's senior vice president of merchandising. WHAT WORKS? Kitchen gadgets and other products that can be demonstrated play well on TV. Clothing or beauty products that a model shows off also appeal to viewers. Products like toasters that aren't very exciting might not make it on air, but they could still be sold on qvc.com, O'Brien says. DO YOUR OWN MARKET RESEARCH Market research is important and it doesn't have to be expensive. Greiner took her earring organizer to the streets before marketing it to companies. "I went up to people in all different types of neighborhoods," she says. "They answered basic questions: Do you like this? What would you pay for this?" THE GREINER EFFECT CordaRoy's bean bag chair sales quadrupled after Greiner invested in the company and brought it to QVC in 2013. It was owner Byron Young's second try with QVC; an agent helped him get his first appearance several years earlier, but the chairs didn't sell well and he wasn't invited back. Greiner offers mentoring and advice to help improve sales, Young says. She has recommended that he change fabrics to make the bean bags look fresh to viewers despite repeated QVC appearances. "Her experience is really helping. I probably wouldn't think that way," he says. AND THEN THERE'S PLAIN OLD LUCK For other entrepreneurs, being in the right place at the right time was key to selling on QVC. Jamie Kern, who hasn't worked with Greiner, got her IT Cosmetics on air after QVC buyers and one of the shopping channel's hosts saw her products at a trade show in 2010. Kern had tried unsuccessfully for two years to sell to QVC, submitting samples. During her first appearance her products sold out and IT Cosmetics was on air four more times that year; in 2014, they appeared more than 250 times. Kern won't say how much of her sales come from QVC, but her revenue, which also includes sales from the IT website and Ulta cosmetics stores, has increased from about $1 million in 2010 to $200 million in 2014. THE PAYOFF Greiner remembers her first time on a home shopping channel, when she had 2,500 earring organizers to sell. "I sold out in four minutes," she says. _____ www.lorigreiner.com www.qvc.com _____ Follow Joyce Rosenberg at www.twitter.com/JoyceMRosenberg


Nine Browns players were not active in Thursday's voluntary OTA session. A full 10 percent of the 90-man roster was not practicing in the eighth OTA session of the offseason. The headliner among the missing is star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who has attended just one of the team's voluntary offseason functions since being acquired in a trade from the New York Giants in March. Beckham has not given any reason for his absence, but none is required for any voluntary activities. Running back Duke Johnson is also away from the team. Johnson has asked for a trade and has not participated in anything either. Coach Freddie Kitchens said on Thursday he does expect to see Duke at next week's minicamp, which is mandatory. Seven of the nine are in Berea but not participating because of injuries. That list is headlined by Jarvis Landry. The wideout is dealing with a minor injury, and Kitchens declared the decision to keep him out of practice "precautionary." The others working off to the side with trainers: S Morgan Burnett CB Justin Burris WR Blake Jackson CB Donnie Lewis WR Damion Ratley WR Derrick Willies MORE: Five potential Chris Paul trade destinations This 'Jeopardy' contestant failing to beat James Holzhauer to buzzer sums up his epic run Metta World Peace says Warriors earned his respect the hard way Belichick felt fortunate Harry fell to Pats in draft Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti shocked by C.J. Mosley's contract with Jets


I've mentioned several times now, including yesterday , that James Harden was the first time I can remember a star player being treated like garbage after suffering a legitimate injury. And I hate to keep harping on this, but it just got even worse. First, he was booed by Golden State Warriors fans after being raked across the face and bleeding from both eyes. He was also criticized by Dubs fans right here on the SB Nation fan sites. He was then the subject of a new internet meme, and there were more than a few lunkheads on Twitter claiming that The Beard was faking or simply exaggerating for dramatic effect. Now, to top it all off, the Warriors themselves are apparently accusing Harden of faking, according to a new report. Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports had this to say about the scuttlebutt coming from the Dubs: There are some players in that (Warriors) locker room that are not buying the whole James Harden eye being extremely hurt thing. They were talking about some of the shots he was shooting during the game then when he goes to the free throw line and squinting like he can't see. This is the same classless band of hypocrites that features a coach well known for his crying about the officials who then turns around and criticizes the Rockets for being miffed at three obvious missed fouls on Klay Thompson in Game 1. Their star point guard throws his disgusting, germ-ridden mouthpiece around the court like an 8-year-old anytime something happens he doesn't like, while also partnering with the team's other guard to visibly show up the officials (without penalty, I might add) when their wittle feefees got hurt one of the few times they weren't the beneficiaries of the now league-office-confirmed lopsided calls. They also make fun of Harden for drawing fouls, when their star player's signature move   the rip through   is specifically designed only to get to the free throw line and not to actually score a bucket. They also employ a power forward known for punching dudes in bars and kicking other players in the nuts and used to employ a center who's only real claim to fame was injuring other players by intentionally stepping into their landing space. Now claiming that Harden is faking when there's obvious visual evidence to the contrary takes their insufferable douchebaggery to another level. Yes, Warriors, I'm sure Harden and the Rockets concocted some elaborate ruse that featured fake blood, a bunk cornea test, and their best player and reigning MVP sitting out 25 percent of a key playoff game just to... I'm not really sure. Glad to see the Dubs have officially stooped down to the level of the worst rejects on social media. Yet somehow, Harden and the Rockets are hated by fans and media while the Warriors are embraced. It's a crazy, mixed-up world we live in, folks, Related Slideshow: Best of the NBA Playoffs (Provided by imagn)


Spend a large portion of your day using Gmail ? If you send and receive the majority of your Gmails on a computer, keyboard shortcuts can save you hours of time. There are dozens of Gmail keyboard shortcuts; presented here are the most useful to this Gmailer. Gmail splits its keyboard shortcuts into two groups: those that are always on and those that need to be enabled. To see all of the keyboard shortcuts that Gmail offers, hit Shift-? when viewing your Gmail inbox. Here are my favorites. Always-on Gmail keyboard shortcuts Open a message You can use the up- and down-arrow keys to move through your inbox; you'll see a thin, blue, vertical line move along the left edge of your inbox as you hit the arrow keys. To open a message, hit Enter . Navigate a conversation When you are viewing an email conversation, hit the N key to move to the next message in the conversation and the P key to move to the previous message. Hit the Enter key to expand and collapse messages in a conversation. Need-to-enable Gmail keyboard shortcuts To enable the following shortcuts, click the gear icon in the top-right of your inbox and choose Settings . On the General tab, scroll down to Keyboard shortcuts and click Keyboard shortcuts on . To finish, scroll to the bottom and click the Save Changes button. Compose new message Hit the C key to compose a new message. Use Shift-C to compose a message in a new window. Or hit the D key to compose a message in a new tab. Move to next or previous email When you have an email open, hit the J key to move to the next email in your inbox and the K key to move to the previous email. Refresh or return to inbox Hit the U key to refresh your inbox or return to the inbox view if you have an email open. Select a message To select a message from your inbox view (that is, check its box), move the vertical blue line to it and hit the X key . Mute conversation Select a conversation and hit the M key to mute it. Muting archives a conversation and keeps all future replies to it out of your inbox. If a message from the conversation is sent or cc'd directly to you, then it'll still appear in your inbox. Trash or archive With a message or messages selected in your inbox, hit the the # key to move it or them to the trash. (# = Shift-3). To archive instead of trashing a message, hit the E key . Hit the snooze button Select a message in your inbox and hit the B key to snooze it. It gets removed from your inbox and will pop back up at the top of your inbox at a later time and date -- later today, tomorrow, next week or a specific time you set. Star conversation When viewing your inbox, hit the S key to star a conversation. You don't need to have a conversation selected to star it; you need only to move the thin, blue line next to the conversation. Hit S again to remove the star. Slash to search When viewing your inbox, hit the / key to move your cursor to the search box at the top of the page. Reply, reply all and forward When you have a conversation open, hit the R key to reply to it. Hit the A key to reply all. Also, the F key lets you forward a conversation. Press Shift with any of these commands and you'll reply, reply all or forward in a new window. Send it Hit Tab-Enter to send a message. Go to commands There are a number of commands using the G key . The most helpful are these six: G+A -- go to all mail G+I -- go to Primary inbox G+S -- go to Starred messages G+D -- go to Drafts G+T -- go to Sent mail G+C -- go to Contacts list (it opens in a new tab) Asterisk commands There are a number of commands using the * key , which is Shift-8 in practice. The most helpful are these three: *+A -- select all mail *+N -- deselect all mail * +U -- select all unread mail I use this last keyboard shortcut combo all the time. If I had to name a favorite, this would be it. It's so handy to be able to select all of the unread messages in my current inbox view and be able to mark them as read or move them to the trash.


On June 21, yogis around the globe will celebrate International Day of Yoga by   you guessed it   practicing yoga. Observed since its declaration by the U.N. General Assembly in 2014, it's an informal event held on the summer solstice, with group yoga events in cities around the world. No festivities planned near you? It's easy to mark the occasion by visiting a yoga studio. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top yoga studios around Fort Worth, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a ranked list of the hottest spots to stretch, strengthen, elongate and breathe deep. 1. Indigo Yoga Topping the list is Indigo Yoga . Located at 5111 Pershing Ave. in Arlington Heights, the studio is the highest-rated yoga spot in Fort Worth, boasting five stars out of 48 reviews on Yelp. 2. Urban Yoga Next up is Urban Yoga , situated at 1706 Eighth Ave. With five stars out of 17 reviews on Yelp, the yoga spot has proven to be a local favorite. 3. CorePower Yoga CorePower Yoga , located at 1621 River Run, Suite 166, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the yoga spot five stars out of 15 reviews. 4. Yoga Project Yoga Project is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 20 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1533 Merrimac Circle, Suite 207, to see for yourself. 5. The Sanctuary Yoga Room Check out The Sanctuary Yoga Room , which has earned 4.5 stars out of 14 reviews on Yelp. You can find the yoga studio at 5808 Edwards Ranch Road. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.