With four teams on pace to lose 100 games, there will already be enough meaningless baseball this summer without declaring any division races dead by Flag Day. Yet here we are. A potent combination of organizational brilliance and competitive malfeasance has once again permeated Major League Baseball, with the rich, wise and motivated lapping their less-talented (and perhaps less-inclined) foes. A case can be made that half the pennant races will be anything but, even though nearly two-thirds of the season remains. So at the risk of getting your dauber down, a look at how the divisions stack up this summer, as if you're cooking meat on a hot grill: NL West: Burnt to a crisp It's something of springtime tradition for colleague Bob Nightengale to declare the Dodgers division champs and send their fans into a jinx-fearing panic. Relax. This will be the seventh consecutive division title for the club, an eventuality that FanGraphs puts at 99.4%. Sure, those playoff projections can shift quickly with a combined hot/cold streak, but it's just not happening here. It's not just that the Dodgers' rotation is historically dominant . It's that they have a stash of pitchers in reserve should anything befall their Big 5, from Julio Urias to 2018 All-Star Ross Stripling to rising prospect Tony Gonsolin. It's not just that they have the NL's best player in Cody Bellinger . It's that they've amassed a 45-23 mark with their usual deluge of interchangeable parts, and this before top free agent signee A.J. Pollock returns from injury. Their dominance is dependent on no man. And it's overwhelmingly clear the Rockies (nine games back), Diamondbacks (10) and Padres (11 ½) are playing for a wild card, at best. AL West: Well done There's just a bit more volatility here, as FanGraphs says the Astros are 99.9% faves to nail down their third consecutive division title. The Texas Rangers haven't gone away, but at nine games back, remain likelier to spin off a part or two at the trade deadline than invest in a pipe dream. The Oakland A's are on their usual business, starting slowly and then reeling off 10 straight wins in May to regain some relevance. Jesus Luzardo and A.J. Puk are rehabbing in the minors, live arms that bear watching. But with their pitching nearly a full run worse per game than the Astros, they'll need more help than that. Meanwhile, the Astros have in a way already lived their worst-case scenario. Jose Altuve, George Springer, Carlos Correa and Collin McHugh are all on the disabled list. Lance McCullers Jr. was already lost for the year. Sure, if a Justin Verlander or Gerrit Cole were to join them, it might get dicey, but you get the sense Framber Valdez or Brady Rodgers or J.B. Bukauskas or whomever would just step into the breach and keep the Minute Maid Park trains running on time. It's what the Astros do. AL Central: Medium well Oh, how the expectations have shifted. When the Minnesota Twins first grabbed a double-digit lead here, the conversation was all about whether rookie manager Rocco Baldelli's boys were for real. Now, with the Twins playing .677 ball, the more valid question seems to be, is this all the Cleveland Indians have? Never mind the injuries to pitchers Corey Kluber and Mike Clevinger and the struggles of All-Star Trevor Bauer. An offense that ranks 12th in the AL in runs and OPS looks badly outflanked by the Twins' Bomba Squad. Had the Twins landed one of Craig Kimbrel or Dallas Keuchel, we'd feel safe putting this one to bed. The Twins' 4.68 bullpen ERA is disconcerting, and that's for a unit that's pitched the fewest innings of any in the AL. But Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey still has money to burn, and prospect capital to spend. And a fan base that has responded to prosperity (Prince Night, Joe Mauer tribute day and Father's Day all nearing sellouts this weekend!) will expect reinforcements. They should arrive. Meanwhile, once the All-Star Game passes through Cleveland, it seems likelier the Indians will continue a retreat that began when they opted to start this season with notable gaps in the lineup and bullpen. And their reign atop this division should end at three years. NL Central: Medium It's going to be a rollicking summer once again on the southwest shores of Lake Michigan, where the Brewers and Cubs are giving us the slugfest we've deserved since Milwaukee was kidnapped to the NL in 1997. With the teams separated by just a half-game and the division lead changing hands four times since May 10, it's not at all hard to imagine another one-game playoff to decide the Central. What seems less likely by the day is a third team crashing the proceedings. The Cardinals' 33-32 record is fitting   they seemed a bat short and a notch below the Cubs and Brewers coming into the year and have looked every bit a .500 team after a hot April. The Reds are 28-28 after a 1-8 start and possess what one might call positive volatility   an unknown ceiling thanks to a collection of young players still hitting their stride. Yet the Cubs' addition of Kimbrel and the Brewers' commitment to short-term investments (catcher Yasmani Grandal, starter Gio Gonzalez) to improve a playoff club will keep them well ahead of the pack. And bring some welcome tension to September. AL East: Medium-rare OK, so this will be fun. No race features more moving parts than the East, even if it ends up just a two-team affair. But if it indeed comes down to just the Yankees and Rays, what a battle it will be. Beyond the usual David-Goliath business when the Rays dare to take on the Yankees or Red Sox, both teams may reinvent themselves multiple times before the season ends. For the Yankees, it's a matter of All-Stars like Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Luis Severino and Dellin Betances returning (or not) from injury . How soon can they return to their usual selves? Who loses at-bats and innings when they do get back? And can the club retain the uncanny chemistry that its B squad has produced in their absence? As for the Rays, well, nothing's ever bolted down in St. Petersburg. A club that added Tommy Pham, Austin Meadows and Tyler Glasnow last July should be active again   perhaps this time, with an eye toward putting away a playoff spot rather than building toward one in a future year. Additionally, one of the game's finest minor league systems could add another layer of intrigue. Will two-way draftee Brandon McKay reach Tropicana Field - and if so, on which side of the ball? Do they have enough arms to maintain the Opener ethos through a full season and a half? Will they prematurely summon Class AA utilityman Josh Lowe simply because if two Lowes are good, three are better? So much intrigue   and that's without the defending champion Boston Red Sox reasserting themselves, which can never be ruled out. NL East: Just firing up the grill We were prepared to call this one early for the Philadelphia Phillies, thanks to the many flaws of their competitors. Then, Andrew McCutchen's knee buckled. For all the talk of the Keuchel-Kimbrel sweepstakes   with the Atlanta Braves finally adding the lefty starter   the biggest development here was McCutchen's torn ACL. He was the glue guy for a lineup that runs hot and cold with the likes of Bryce Harper, Rhys Hoskins and Maikel Franco prone to streakiness. Now, his .378 on-base percentage is gone for the year for a club already middle-of-the-pack in runs (seventh) and OBP (eighth, .323), despite a friendly ballpark and star-studded additions. The left-for-dead Washington Nationals are back within seven games. Throw in the 33-34 Mets, who remain in contention despite their fatal attraction to dramas both silly and systemic, and this is the four-team shootout we all anticipated. Nobody figured it'd be a war of attrition, however. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: A couple of MLB division races are already over   but others are just about to get going Related Slideshow: Best of the 2019 MLB season (provided by imagn)


Everton are weighing up a potential move for Fabian Delph, with the Manchester City midfielder into the last year of his Etihad Stadium contract. The Toffees are keeping tabs on the 29-year-old, who has not featured in Pep Guardiola's title-winning side since the Champions League first-leg knockout game against Tottenham at the beginning of April. City have since snapped up Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodri for a fee of £62.5m, meaning Delph's chances of first-team football are likely to be limited even more next season. Sky Sports News understands there is 'significant interest' in Delph, who has one year remaining on his current deal, and it is believed the 29-year-old has been told he can leave the club this summer.   Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) July 9, 2019 Now, according to The Times , Everton are interested in taking him to Goodison Park, where they would look to partner up the England international with fellow new signing Andre Gomes. Director of football Marcel Brands and manager Marco Silva are thought to be keen on adding further signings following spells of inconsistency last season, with James McCarthy and Muhamed Besic two players could be moved on. Delph moved to Manchester City in controversial fashion in 2015, with his £8m move coming less than a week after the he pledged his future to Aston Villa. He has since been something of a utility player for Guardiola, demonstrating his versatility by frequently filling in at left-back for the injured Benjamin Mendy. But Delph has struggled to cement his own regular position in the team, and he was limited to only 11 league appearances last season. Rumours of a move come as City attempt to build on a season that saw them emerge victorious in every domestic competition, but once again failing to challenge sufficiently in the Champions League. Delph may be heading for the exit door alongside German winger Leroy Sane, who 90min understands is open to a move to Bayern Munich.


The Texans haven't seen much of defensive end Jadeveon Clowney since using the franchise tag on him, and they may not for some time. But they're trusting that when they do, he'll be himself. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle , the Texans Pro Bowler hasn't signed his franchise tender yet and hasn't shown up for any of the offseason workouts or OTAs. That absence could extend to mandatory minicamp and at least part of training camp, as he waits to see if a long-term contract is possible. "I have every belief and trust that JD is working on his own and getting ready for whenever he does decide to show up.," O'Brien said. "JD has played good football for us. He knows what it takes to be ready for training camp and stuff like that. I'm not saying when he's going to be here. He could be here tomorrow, so don't put that in the headline. "I have no idea when he's going to be here. It's up to him, but I do know we believe in the guys that are here and we're working hard with the guys that are here." There were mixed reports prior to the draft, suggesting that he was available in trade, and that the Texans weren't going to deal him. With all the movement on big-ticket pass-rushers this offseason, it seems reasonable to think his name came up in some conversations, considering the status of contract talks (which don't seem particularly close). He's due $15.967 million this season, and without the kind of protection of a long-term deal, Clowney would be crazy to be putting himself at any degree of risk in May or June (or July or August for that matter).


Spending time in Flower Park? Get to know this Santa Ana neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bakery to a Mexican spot. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Flower Park, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results. 1. Victoria's Bakery Topping the list is bakery Victoria's Bakery , which offers cupcakes, custom cakes and more. Located at 709 N. Bristol St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 262 reviews on Yelp. The bakery sells polvorones (Mexican wedding cookies), puerquitos (Mexican gingerbread pigs), conchas (Mexican sweet bread rolls) and more. 2. Taqueria Los Parados Taqueria Los Parados , a Mexican spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 73 Yelp reviews. Head over to 711 N. Bristol St. to see for yourself. The menu features shrimp burritos, fish tacos and chilaquiles. 3. Pollo Ranchero Restaurant Finally, there's Pollo Ranchero Restaurant , a local favorite with four stars out of 37 reviews. Stop by 1227 W. First St., Suite A to hit up the Mexican spot next time you're in the neighborhood. On the menu, look for chilaquiles, tacos, handmade tortillas and more. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


FLINT, Mich., June 12 (Reuters) - General Motors Co president Mark Reuss said on Wednesday that the automaker is investing about $150 million at its Flint Assembly plant, Michigan, to boost production of heavy duty trucks by another 40,000 vehicles a year. Reuss announced the investment at the Flint truck assembly plant wearing a United Auto Workers pin. The Detroit automaker announced in February it was adding 1,000 jobs in Flint to build a new generation of heavy-duty pickup trucks. GM did not say that the latest investment would add more jobs at the plant, but Reuss said there could be opportunities to add workers as the launch of the automaker's new trucks progresses. GM has been under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump and lawmakers of both parties to add jobs in the United States after it said last November it would idle a small car assembly plant in Lordstown, Ohio, and had no new products for three other U.S. manufacturing plants. The Flint investment will include upgrades to the plant's conveyors and other new tooling, and will be completed in the first half of 2020. GM has invested more than $1.6 billion in the plant since 2013. Last month, GM said it would invest $24 million to increase truck production at its assembly plant in Fort Wayne, Indiana, which makes Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models. Sales of heavy-duty pickups in the United States have grown to more than 600,000 vehicles a year, up more than 20 percent since 2013, according to industry data. Prices for luxury models can easily top $70,000. GM's Chevrolet and GMC brands have long trailed Ford Motor Co's F-series heavy duty trucks in the lucrative segment. The new Chevrolet and GMC heavy duty trucks have been re-engineered to tow heavier trailers, and keep pace in what has become an arms race among the Detroit Three automakers to claim superior torque and towing capability. (Reporting by Joe White in Detroit and Sanjana Shivdas in Bengaluru; Editing by Sriraj Kalluvila and Nick Zieminski)


The Houston Texans fired general manager Brian Gaine this weekend after less than two years, which could have a ripple effect for the New England Patriots. The firing seemed to signal two things in Houston. First, coach Bill O'Brien is the man in power, largely because he has survived multiple general managers. Second, O'Brien probably thought Gaine was a bad fit - or O'Brien thought he could find a better fit. That's why Patriots director of player personnel Nick Caserio entered the news cycle this weekend, with Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer connecting the dots between Caserio and O'Brien - and Texans executive vice president Jack Easterby, who was a character coach in New England and confidant to Bill Belichick . Here's what Breer is suggesting in his "Monday Morning Quarterback" column, which is littered with powerful suggestions that the Texans want Caserio: "If you follow the above breadcrumbs, Nick Caserio, the Patriots' VP of player personnel, is next. Or at least, that would be the outcome the Texans would want. We'll explain." Caserio has made indications that he wants to stay in New England, and perhaps that's because he and Josh McDaniels have thoughts on taking over for Bill Belichick after he retires as boss of the New England Patriots. McDaniels and Caserio have known each other since duking it out in a quarterback battle at John Carroll University in 1995. It seems like football fate that they might someday run the Patriots. But O'Brien and the Texans may fiddle with that fate. They have a job opening, and Caserio is probably the most gifted person in personnel who doesn't currently have the job title of "general manager" (aside from Bill Belichick). The Texans have every reason to want Caserio. It's just a question of whether they can finally pry him away from New England, which no team has been able to do to this point. MORE: NHL fans weren't impressed with Mike Milbury's questions for Pam from 'The Office' Roundup: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Get Married, Chicago Poop Vandal, Johnny Manziel Talks XFL Sleeping on Patriots WR Demaryius Thomas would be a huge mistake WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling impressing staff going into Packers minicamp Bears believe Clinton-Dix is an upgrade over Amos


Every season NFL rosters change - some more than others. But rarely do you see a team simply stand pat year to year. The Pittsburgh Steelers had a major overhaul of their roster this offseason, starting with replacing wide receiver Antonio Brown. But according to former Steelers cornerback Brandon Boykin, replacing Brown is only half the problem. Boykin was on "NFL Total Access" and he noted the Steelers' lack of experience at backup quarterback as the "other" big reason the Steelers won't be as good this season. You can hear Boykin's full rationale in the video below. #Steelers offensive expectations this season? pic.twitter.com/SSbaOLaRo5 - NFL Total Access (@NFLTotalAccess) July 17, 2019 I readily acknowledge the sledding is going to be tough early on without Brown. Offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner has his work cut out for him in training camp and the preseason figuring out how to spotlight JuJu Smith-Schuster without overloading him. But the notion the backup quarterback is as important as a starting wide receiver doesn't make much sense. Joshua Dobbs enters his third season, and we really saw great growth from him last preseason. And Mason Rudolph was highly rated coming out of college last season. There isn't a team in the NFL that could absorb an extended absence of their starting quarterback, so making it seem like this would be more detrimental for Pittsburgh than any other team doesn't make much sense. MORE: Francisco Lindor's one-handed HR should be evidence of MLB's juiced baseballs Lakers' Quinn Cook Q&A: 'It feels like this team has been together a while' Phil Simms: 'Multiple' teams were set to take Daniel Jones before No. 17 Specialization or multisport participation? Here's what the data says Should Bears trade for Ravens K Justin Tucker?


MIAMI (CBSMiami)   The Miami Gardens Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting Wednesday morning outside the Florida Department of Corrections parole office. Police said the body of a man was found inside a white SUV, at around 9:30 a.m., in the parking lot of the Miami Gardens building located in the 16700 block of Northwest 37th Avenue. CBS4 cameras showed the driver's side door of the SUV impacted with what appeared to be bullets. Authorities had closed off the parking lot area with yellow crime scene tape while they continued their investigation. Miami Gardens police said the victim was targeted. Officials said two suspects arrived at the scene in a car as the victim was pulling in. They approached the victim's vehicle and fired shots. CBS4 obtained surveillance tape showing white smoke from the weapons being fired. Neighbors told CBS4's Peter D'Oench they heard about eight shots. Surveillance tape also shows two other people running away. It is not known if they are connected. Police do not have a description of the suspects, their vehicle or a motive at this time. They say the family of the victim has not yet been notified. Miami-Dade police were also on scene lending a hand with the investigation. Police say there is a reward of $3,000 in this case. No other details were immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-8477 or (305) 471-TIPS.


New York Jets quarterback Josh McCown announced his retirement from the NFL after 15 seasons in a column for The Players' Tribune on Monday. The column, entitled " One heck of a journey ," is entertaining, engaging and well worth your time. In it, McCown thanks his "Superwoman" wife, Natalie, for being "a rock" for him throughout his long career. He also thanked his longtime agent, Mike McCartney, along with "every coach and GM who ever took a chance on me and thought I could bring something to their football teams. Every trainer and every doctor I've worked with. Every team chaplain. Every guy I got to suit up with…" However, McCown singled out one person above the rest   high school quarterbacks coach Matt Turner   who pushed him to become the NFL quarterback we saw on Sundays. During his NFL career, which sandwiched a season in the CFL, McCown passed for 17,707 yards, 98 touchdowns, and 82 interceptions playing for 10 teams.


Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu has insisted the club have no intentions of removing Ernesto Valverde from his post as Barcelona manager, despite another embarrassing exit from the UEFA Champions League this year. Having led 3-0 from the first leg of their semi final against Liverpool, Valverde's men crumbled to a 4-0 second leg defeat; just one season after relinquishing a 4-1 lead in last season's quarter finals against Roma. As a result, Valverde faced huge criticisms and calls for his head, despite leading the club to the La Liga title and into a domestic final later this month. Nevertheless, Bartomeu has backed the 55-year-old to continue in charge of La Blaugrana , claiming he is the right man in charge and is yet to finish the 'project' at hand in Catalonia. "Valverde said the other day that he has the support of the president and the board," he told Marca . "He's the coach we want. We're halfway through a large project. He has a contract and we're very happy with him. Now it's about how the players recover from the enormous setback."  48 hours for something unique in the Camp Nou! We're waiting for you!  Camp Nou  18/05 4.30pm  @DragonsOfficiel v @WiganWarriorsRL  https://t.co/j0E8BMVzqu pic.twitter.com/z5NyENZOnu   FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 16, 2019 Support for Valverde comes ahead of the Copa del Rey showpiece against Valencia, with some rumours suggesting the Spaniard's job depended on the outcome of the match. That has been dispelled by Bartomeu, who stated that the 'main objective' was always La Liga success. "[The final] isn't the deciding factor [on whether Valverde stays]," Bartomeu added. "The main objective is the league and then we want the Copa or the Champions League. It's been a magnificent season, we've won [the league] with games to spare. We all want more. Now we've got the Copa final and we're coming off the back of a damaging defeat."


Wide receiver Dwayne Bowe hasn't played in an NFL game since 2015, but he's only now getting around to formalizing his retirement. The Chiefs announced that they have signed Bowe to a one-day contract so that he can retire as a member of the team that drafted him in the first round of the 2007 draft. Bowe would remain with the Chiefs through the 2014 season. Bowe signed with the Browns in 2015, but quickly fell down the depth chart and appeared in only seven games for Cleveland as then-head coach Mike Pettine said he was not one of the top four wideouts on the roster. His time in Kansas City was far happier. Bowe caught 532 passes for 7,155 yards and 44 touchdowns during his time with the team. He ranks second in franchise history in catches and third in receiving yards.


Joey Logano held on for a Monday evening victory at Michigan International Speedway, surviving overtime to claim his second victory of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season. Logano started from the pole and led 163 of the 203 laps in the Team Penske No. 22 Ford to win Monday's FireKeepers Casino 400, which was delayed a day by persistent rain. With the weather clear, Logano notched his third win at the 2-mile track and the 23rd of his career in NASCAR's top division. RELATED: Race results | Stage recaps Kurt Busch surged to second place in the Chip Ganassi Racing No. 1 Chevrolet. Martin Truex Jr., Daniel Suarez and Kyle Busch completed the top five positions. Logano led 109 of the first 113 laps and prevailed in Stage 1. A solid fuel strategy carried Austin Dillon's No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet to a Stage 2 win. But Dillon was knocked from contention by contact, first with William Byron's No. 24 Chevy, and then the outside retaining wall. He finished 26th. Clint Bowyer's bid to repeat his Michigan victory from last June ended after just 130 laps after his Stewart-Haas Racing No. 14 Ford crashed in Turn 2. He placed 35th in the 36-car field. The race was delayed 27 hours from its initial schedule to a Monday, 5 p.m. ET start time by rain. The Monster Energy Series' next race is the Toyota/Save Mart 350, scheduled Sunday, June 23 (3 p.m. ET, FS1, PRN, SiriusXM) at Sonoma Raceway. This story will be updated. ]]>


Jersey City will see a return of last week's light rainfall this coming week, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Today's forecast shows the greatest chance of rain at 100 percent, while the most rainfall is predicted on Thursday at 0.86 inches. Also look for warm temperatures today and tomorrow. Temperatures will reach a high of 81 degrees on Monday. Skies will be mostly cloudy tomorrow. Winds should reach a modest high of 16 mph on Friday, with daily top speeds over 10 mph throughout the week. 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.


The popularity of the Football League continues to soar as attendances across the EFL have reached their highest levels for 60 years. Over 18.3m fans have made their way to fixtures in England's second, third and fourth tiers during the 2018/19 season - the highest figure since 1959. The latest stats released by the EFL highlight the appeal of the Championship, League One and League Two, with combined attendances breaking the 18m barrier for a third consecutive year, and the average gate across all three divisions at over 11,000. Some fans across the leagues will now be dreaming of a triumphant day out as Wembley as the nerve-wrenching lottery of the playoffs kicked off on Thursday night. In addition to the three leagues, the Carabao Cup, won by Manchester City and the EFL Trophy claimed by Portsmouth, meant that the total spectators across all competitions came to nearly 20m. A record 85,021 watched Portsmouth's EFL Trophy dramatic penalty shootout victory against Sunderland, whilst the average attendance increased by 32% compared to last year. The sides meet again in the League One playoffs this month, with Sunderland at home in the first leg on Saturday. The Black Cats Boxing Day crowd of 46,039 also set a new League One record against relegated Bradford City. In the Championship, the average attendance at Leeds was 37,004, whilst Aston Villa averaged 36,026 and Derby's figure was 32,055. The biggest crowd in League Two was on the final day of the season when 20,718 watched Milton Keynes seal promotion against Mansfield. EFL Chief Executive, Shaun Harvey, said on the EFL website: "It is a significant achievement by all 72 EFL Clubs to continue the trend of increasing attendances across the EFL and achieve a 60-year high. "It is clear from this analysis that EFL Clubs are finding new, innovative ways to attract new supporters while also improving the matchday experience for those fans who regularly attend week in, week out."


Jon Rahm gave himself the perfect preparation for the 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush by winning the $7 million Dubai Duty Free Irish Open for the second time in three years. Now he heads into his fourth British Open trying to feed off the vibes he gets when he plays in Ireland. "I keep saying I love this tournament," said Rahm, who won the 2017 Irish Open. "I love this country. I love the people. I feel like I'm at home every time I come." The former Arizona State player was seven shots off the lead at the halfway stage at Lahinch, but played the final 36 holes in 126 shots thanks to rounds of 64 and 62. He posted a 16-under 264 to run out a two-shot winner over Austria's Bernd Wiesberger and England's Andy Sullivan. "I'm excited to repeat," Rahm said. "I think Seve (Ballesteros) was the only Spanish player to win more than one and to join my name to that Cup again, it's special. It's probably one of my favorite trophies that I have at home and to have another one, it's definitely a special moment. "I knew my game was in great form, although it didn't show the first two days. I didn't hole the putts and the weekend was completely the opposite. Putts were rolling in from everywhere. I felt really confident. I knew could do something and I knew I had to to do it today to have a chance." The 24-year-old moved to the top of the European money list thanks to picking up the $1.4 million first place check. He could still be European number one when he arrives at Royal Portrush. Not many would be surprised if lifts his first major trophy in a place he's had previous success. Rahm won the 2017 Irish Open at nearby Portstewart. "I'm excited because it's in Northern Ireland so there's going to be a lot of Irish crowds out there. I've got good memories because Portstewart is not too far away. I'm going to go to Portrush with a lot of good memories, a lot of good vibes and hopefully I can just keep my good golf going in Ireland." The World No. 11 intends to employ the same strategy in the Open that won him his first Irish title: he's going to eat in the same restaurant every night. "I can't wait to go to Portrush and visit the Harbour Bistro like I did every night when I was there. I'm sure I'll see a lot of people there again, and just enjoy the town, enjoy the week and hopefully play the best Open I've played so far." Wiesberger's consolation besides a check for $960,000 is a place alongside Rahm in the Open Championship as one of three players in the top 10 not otherwise exempt for Royal Portrush. Robert Rock , the 54-hole leader, finished joint fourth to take the second spot, while fellow Englishman Paul Waring took the final place by tying for seventh. MORE: UFC 239: Fighters were in awe of Jorge Masvidal's insane, record-breaking KO WATCH: Jorge Masvidal Knocks Out Ben Askren in Five Seconds Giants' Russell Shepard: Daniel Jones is going to be a good one NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Klay Thompson celebrates Warriors max deal, traditional media with special sneaker


ST. LOUIS (AP)   A suburban St. Louis man accused of telling organizers of the city's Pride parade that he would shoot and kill as many gays as possible at the LGBTQ celebration before turning the gun on himself has been charged with making a terrorist threat, according to court documents. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that Edward Terry, 49, of Overland, was charged Tuesday. Marty Zuniga, vice president of PrideFest, said the organization works "hard to produce an event that is safe for all participants." The Pride parade in downtown St. Louis draws hundreds of thousands of people every year and is scheduled to take place June 30. "PrideFest takes all threats seriously and works with local law enforcement," he said in a statement. "We don't comment on ongoing investigations." Court documents say Terry created a fake email account and sent a message to one of PrideSTL's parade planners saying he would take his guns to PrideFest and "kill every gay person I can before I kill myself." The recipient notified the FBI, and police tracked the account to Terry's cellphone, according to the court documents. He told police he used the name of a woman he used to live with to create the email account. Bail for Terry, who also has a theft case pending in another St. Louis suburb, is set at $20,000, cash only. No attorney who can comment on his behalf is listed in online court records. The St. Louis parade had already drawn attention this year. Organizers initially announced that they wouldn't allow police to march in uniform because the event coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising that fueled the global LGBTQ movement. Organizers announced Tuesday that they were dropping the prohibition. The uproar at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City's West Village, began on June 28, 1969, when bar patrons and area residents clashed with police officers who had come to raid the nightspot. New York's police commissioner apologized this month for what his department did. ___ Information from: St. Louis Post-Dispatch, http://www.stltoday.com


John Dorsey is determined to sign every Alliance of American Football League all-star and the next one coming to Cleveland is former Ohio State Buckeye, Tracy Sprinkle. The local Elyria product had a fairly disappointing career at Ohio State and barely cracked the starting line-up after coming in as a three-star recruit. Sprinkle went undrafted in 2018 and was picked up by the Carolina Panthers, and after his release he turned to the now-defunct AAF's Atlanta Legends. Tracy Sprinkle, DT Height: 6-3 Weight: 293 pounds Previous Team: Atlanta Legends (AAF) After the AAF folded, we discussed the top players that would fit the Cleveland Browns from the league and Sprinkle actually made the cut. It is obvious Sprinkle has the size and he proved he was not completely unathletic when he cracked the five-second mark in his forty at his pro day, but what always held him back at Ohio State and apparently in Carolina was his total and complete lack of effort. His effort was on full display in the AAF as he was a disruptive force. He proved it with five sacks coming from the interior. Expectations for this signing need to be tempered as not only could Sprinkle fall back into his lazy playing ways, he also has some off-field baggage. Most fans will remember the infamous night Sprinkle was booted from a bar named "Grown & Sexy Lounge" when he was a Buckeye, which is especially sad considering his play on the field never erased that embarrassing moment and iconic bar name from any fans memory. Much like fellow AAF alum, Garrett Gilbert, Sprinkle looks like he is a changed man. He looks like he has identified his greatest weakness as a player and made adjustments. Sprinkle is no Gerald McCoy or Mike Daniels, but if Sprinkle can continue to improve on what he showed in Atlanta, he can provide key depth as a much cheaper option. MORE: This Patrick Mahomes throw from Chiefs practice can't be real Five potential Jeremy Lin landing spots in free agency Tracy Sprinkle: What the Browns are getting in the new DT WATCH: David Montgomery trucks Bears defenders at training camp Dez Bryant: Saints will get first opportunity to sign me


Look out, Chris Grier. Christian Wilkins may be on his way to being a two-sport athlete at this rate! Well - not exactly. But Christian Wilkins certainly surprised last night during his ceremonial 1st-pitch appearance for the Miami Marlins. Wilkins' first pitch was a strike on the corner of the plate - with Wilkins looking like a complete natural in the process. The shoulder shrug before the pitch… @Cwilkins42 with the pitch at last night's @Marlins game! #FinsUp pic.twitter.com/a6FDOSgOIr - Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) June 13, 2019 And as we've become to expect with Wilkins, a flying shoulder bump was attempted in the aftermath. Wilkins continues to gain favor with South Florida fans, the Dolphins have to be thrilled with the early reception Wilkins has received as the team's face of the 2019 NFL Draft class. Of course all of that is for nothing if the product on the field doesn't follow suit, but Wilkins' energetic personality has helped with Miami's youth flag football event, other volunteer hours in the community, on the practice field and now on the baseball diamond. In short, everywhere Wilkins goes, his enthusiasm shines through. He's easy to love - with any luck his transition to the NFL gridiron will be half as easy as his ability to capture the affections of the Miami faithful. MORE: NHL fans sure enjoyed seeing Brad Marchand cry after Bruins' Game 7 loss NBA trade rumor rankings: Rockets on the move? Roundup: Latest David Ortiz Shooting Investigation Details, Elin Nordegren Expecting Third Kid Davante Adams on Packers rookie S Darnell Savage: 'We got a steal' Instant analysis of Patriots' trade for TE Michael Roberts


Spending time in Colonial Heights? Get to know this Stockton neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an Indian restaurant to a Chinese eatery. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to dine in Colonial Heights, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results. 1. Tandoori Nites Topping the list is Indian spot Tandoori Nites , located at 8102 Kelley Drive. It's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 347 reviews on Yelp. The restaurant, which cooks up its dishes in a gas-fired tandoori oven, offers tandoori chicken, fish tikka masala and other Indian cuisine. For dessert, there's mango ice cream. Stop by at lunch for the buffet with six to eight entrees, dessert and salad. 2. Midnight At Burnies Drive-up Next up is Midnight At Burnies Drive-up , which offers burgers, cheesesteaks and shakes, at 3221 W. Hammer Lane, Suite D. With four stars out of 283 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. Menu items include a bacon cheeseburger, hot dog topped with chili and cheese, a crispy chicken sandwich and fries buried under ground beef, a special sauce and melted cheese. 3. Tsing Tao Chinese eatery Tsing Tao is another top choice. Yelpers give the restaurant, located at 2339 W. Hammer Lane, Suite H, four stars out of 173 reviews. This family-owned location has been in business since 1999. The restaurant serves family-style dinners that include Mongolian beef, almond chicken, sweet and sour pork or prawns with lobster sauce. 4. Chow To Go Chinese Restaurant Finally, check out Chow To Go Chinese Restaurant , which boasts four stars out of 79 Yelp reviews. You can find it at 3255 W. Hammer Lane, Suite 19. On the menu, expect classics like egg foo yung, fried rice and curry beef. Vegetarians, fear not: There are also meat-free dishes, including sautéed bean sprouts and deep-fried zucchini. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


The Washington Nationals traveled from Philadelphia to Milwaukee on Sunday night for their series against the Brewers, and it would not be a surprise if they look like they are lacking energy during Monday night's game. Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports that the Nationals had an engine issue with their team plane that delayed their arrival in Milwaukee by several hours. They ended up having to sit on the tarmac for more than seven hours while the plane was repaired. The Nationals had an engine issue with the team plane last night. Sat on tarmac for more than seven hours before heading back to the team hotel in Philly. They have a game in ~12 hours from now in Milwaukee   Jamal Collier (@JamalCollier) May 6, 2019 As if that doesn't sound like a bad enough night, the Nationals were coming off a 7-1 loss to the Phillies. Private planes for professional sports franchises have a lot more luxuries than most air travelers are accustomed to, but sitting on a runway for seven hours can't be fun for anyone. Unfortunately, Mark Cuban was not in the area to help save the day for the Nationals. Washington will take on the Brewers at 7:40 p.m. local time. We expect Nats players to have a pretty bad case of the Mondays.


FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) Teal Bunbury scored in the first minute of stoppage time to give the New England Revolution a 2-1 victory over the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night. New England had four in the box when Juan Fernando Calcedo sent the ball left to Cristian Penilla, who in turn put it back out for Bunbury to drive it home for his second goal of the season. The Revolution (5-8-5), unbeaten in six games, tied it the 51st minute when Antonio Mlinar Delamea headed in a corner from Diego Fagundez for his first goal. Houston (7-6-3) opened the scoring in the 25th minute when Darwin Ceren volleyed in an attempted clear off a corner kick for his first goal of the year. The Dynamo have lost four of five and been outscored 10-2.


New filings in a case challenging adding a citizenship question to the 2020 census allege that gaining a GOP redistricting advantage motivated the addition of the question. The documents, revealed Thursday, focus on the role of late Republican redistricting specialist Thomas Hofeller in orchestrating the addition of and offering an explanation for adding the citizenship question. In 2015, Hofeller conducted a study about a citizenship question which concluded that it would significantly harm the political power of Latino communities and be "advantageous to Republicans and Non-Hispanic Whites." The documents, which were filed in the states' initial lawsuit in federal court in New York, allege that in 2017 Hofeller assisted the Justice Department in writing a letter to the Department of Commerce requesting the addition of the citizenship question to the 2020 Census. The Trump administration claims that asking the question is necessary in order to enforce the Voting Rights Act. Common Cause, which obtained the documents during discovery in a North Carolina partisan gerrymandering lawsuit, said the allegations contradict the administration's justification for the census change. "The evidence reveals that the plan to add the citizenship question was hatched by the Republicans' chief redistricting mastermind to create an electoral advantage for Republicans and non-Hispanic whites," organization president Karen Hobert Flynn said. "This contradicts testimony by Administration officials that they wanted to add the question to benefit Latino voters, when in fact the opposite was true." The Supreme Court is currently considering the case of the citizenship question. It has been the subject of several legal challenges, and three federal judges have blocked the question from being added to the decennial survey. Those opposing the question argue that it will lead to an inaccurate count of the population, as asking about citizenship could deter non-citizens and immigrants from skipping the question or the census altogether. The Supreme Court's conservative majority appeared poised to allow the question to be added to the census during oral arguments in the case earlier this year. They are expected to make their ruling in the coming weeks. The impact of Thursday's filings on the Supreme Court's ruling is unclear. - Jacqueline Thomsen contributed May 30 2019 Letter to Judge Jesse Furman


CUMMING, Ga.   Miles down a gravel road sits a 100 year old operational cattle farm that's hoping to help out those still searching for sunflower snapshots. After hearing that the popular Anderson's Sunflower Farm had to close its farm early due to record breaking crowds and heavy rain, Milford Family Farm is sharing its small sunflower selection with its farm tour for free to the public. Artists are also welcome to use the patch for painting or drawing free of charge. Professional photographers looking to snag a snapshot will be charged a fee of $25 an hour. "We heard about the other farms that have had some weather problems, and we have offered for photographers come here," Allison Milford, the farm's coordinator, said. "This is where my husband's grandmother planted sunflowers for at least 60 years while she was here married to his grandfather, and so we've always just planted sunflowers here." RELATED: Business is blooming at Anderson's Sunflower Farm The farm only allows two to three visitors at a time by appointment in order to maintain the quality of the crops and to provide an intimate farm experience. "We do that to keep the farm maintained and to avoid the farm experience becoming like a theme park," added Milford. As the fifth-generation farmers work to preserve the family farm, they are now transforming the property into a venue that offers new and different experiences for the Cumming community. "I feel like the farm has kind of been tucked away and not really known about. The Milford family was smaller and lived here to just take care of each other, so we're putting our own generational spend on the farm," Milford said. "We not only do the sunflowers, but we also grow some small agricultural items like pumpkins for the fall and we offer the property up to be used for nature painting events and weddings." Milford launched the farm's 'Fall Family Fun Experience' for the first time last year and hopes to continue the tradition this coming fall, "you get one pumpkin per family, a fall family photo, a hay ride, and samplings from the s'more and apple cider bar." The 'Fall Family Fun Experience' is set to take place every weekend in October of this year. To schedule an appointment and visit the farm, you can reach Milford Family Farm by phone at (470) 248-9442. Want more Cumming news? Like us on Facebook . ALSO IN FORSYTH COUNTY: Fighting addiction through faith and hard work Blind athlete leads charge to bring softball players, those with disabilities together VR games help teen recover from stroke


The Jacksonville Jaguars finished their second week of organized team activities Friday after wrapping up Day 6, and coach Doug Marrone couldn't be happier with where the team is. And though the pads have yet to go on, the team's effort has been relentless and the teaching phase has been fluid, which is ultimately all a coach can ask for at this point of the season. "I'm real happy with where we are," Marrone said Friday after practice . "I think the guys that are here are doing a heck of a job. They really are. I always want to say, 'Listen, I know we have a lot of work ahead of us.' But you're always trying to gauge, 'How do you feel? What's going on?' I feel really good." Marrone didn't go into details about what specific units or players he thought have stood out Friday, but one would have to think he's especially been impressed with the new offense which has been fluid under new quarterback Nick Foles. Many members of the media have raved about the quarterback's leadership, his consistency in the passing game and how the team now feels like a "quarterback's team," which is something the Jags haven't had in a while. However, one group Marrone did praise in the early stages of OTAs were the receivers, who the Jags will need to improve in 2019. Most notably, the players at the top of the position's depth chart in Dede Westbrook, Keelan Cole, Chris Conley, and DJ Chark have often been mentioned for their explosive play down the field. Rookie tight end Josh Oliver is another name who has been frequently mentioned, too, as he's displayed his athletic abilities and length since Day 1. Hopefully, when the pads go on the trend will continue for the offense. However, with more contact being allowed and Jalen Ramsey back on the field, the playing field will be even when the mandatory phase begins. That's something I'm sure the offense will happily embrace, though. MORE: NBA fans had so many memes for Steph Curry's exchange with Drake Four potential Clint Capela trade destinations Giants get a chuckle: Odell Beckham already in hot water in Cleveland Why Pats are one of the best teams at managing salary cap Taysom Hill wants to succeed Drew Brees, but first win a Super Bowl


Elaborately fashioned and carrying the prestige of a recent Le Mans win for the marque, the LG45 Rapide was destined to impress. We find out more on this rare car… Each and every feature on a Lagonda LG45 Rapide speaks of impressive luxury and performance. The coachwork possesses a rare and unashamed flair, with dramatic lines that sweep up and over the wheelarches. Meanwhile, large twin exhausts in gleaming chrome hint at the potency that lies beneath. More on Lagonda! Lagonda Is Back With An All-Electric Luxury SUV The $900K Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf Doomed To Obscurity Were you to sit inside this 1937 example and take in its bright-red leather upholstery, elegant walnut dash and neatly composed gauges, you'd likely find it hard to believe that the company that produced it had gone into receivership only a year or two before. Fortunately for the troubled brand, Alan P Good had stepped in and outbid Rolls-Royce on what remained of the business. Good brought many of his racing department staff with him, and he also managed to persuade WO Bentley to leave his marque and join Lagonda as a designer. The freshly acquainted team got to work, and soon enough the new LG45 Rapide was ready for launch. Rather than be a reminder of tricky times gone by, this stunning motor car served as exactly the opposite. In 1936 the LG45 Rapide was announced as the fastest model in the world. Capable of more than 100mph, it was a real show of confidence from the company. The eye-catching design penned by Frank Feeley, who later styled the DB3S for Aston Martin , was as well placed as it could be. The LG45 Rapide took much of its sporting pedigree from its predecessor, the M45. That model's 4.5-litre Meadows engine and handling had been favoured by many wealthy sporting motorists of the day, including World Land Speed Record holder Malcolm Campbell. A specially prepared short-chassis M45 performed credibly at the 1934 RAC Tourist Trophy, and a bright-red M45R Rapide, driven by Luis Fontés and Johnny Hindmarsh, won the 1935 Le Mans 24-hours with an 8km lead. The LG45 Rapide made use of the same six-cylinder Meadows engine that had brought the M45 such high regard, but incorporated engineering tweaks from WO Bentley. Improvements included stronger main-bearing caps, a strengthened crankcase and better gearing for increased top speed. Feeley's lightweight design resulted in the Rapide cutting through the air with ease thanks to the car's low and narrow stance. In 1937, The Motor reported 108mph on one of its tests, forever dispelling any whispers that such extravagant bodywork could not truly lend itself to a fast motor car. On the same test, the Rapide achieved 60mph in 13.2 seconds, very much silencing the doubters. The story of this particular LG45 Rapide begins with its delivery to Glasgow on July 4, 1937, where it resided for a couple of years before being sold and transported to Argentina. The Lagonda traded hands several times before being purchased by racing driver Lucio Bollaert, who began keenly competing with the Rapide at various circuits. One such race took place in 1949 at the Circuito El Torreón, where Bollaert secured a respectable fourth place. Having proven its sporting credentials, the Rapide went on to be declared the best-looking car at the 1950 Gran Premio Libertador San Martin. Two decades later, a fresh restoration brought the Rapide back to its best, and the car was subsequently featured in the June 1970 issue of Corsa Parabrisas . The Rapide again changed hands a few times, finding itself in Massachusetts and California before being shipped to London in 1986, where it was registered with its current numberplate MFF 332 and given another comprehensive renovation. In recent years, the Rapide has been owned by a London-based collector, and has benefitted from a new hood in black mohair as well as £10,000 of further quality restorative work. With only 24 remaining in existence, this 1937 LG45 Rapide represents a rare opportunity to drive what enthusiasts believe to be the high-water mark for Lagonda. The pairing of power and beauty evident in this very motor car is simply sensational. Impressive in performance and as gorgeous as it ever was back in 1937, it just had to be one of our all-time automotive heroes. As is reflected in the Weak-Rich dial on the dashboard, owning this LG45 Rapide would leave you rich with the motoring pedigree at your disposal, while simultaneously proving you have a weakness for exquisite good looks and daring design. That's no bad thing! Pictures originally provided by Girardo & co for AutoClassics


I'll be honest, I've slacked off this year when it came to the 'Very Cavallari.' Then I heard about Jay Cutler's newest business decision and I was right back on the bandwagon. Cutler said that he wants to start a butcher shop. I am very much here for that - especially if it's on reality television - and you should be too. The first thing that popped into my mind was this famous commercial: Cut that meat! There's a very simple commercial idea for Jay Cutler. Have Peyton Manning reprise his role and have him yell at Cutler carving up a nice hog leg. The trips to the butcher store during 'Very Cavallari' would must watch. What type of boss in Jay? Does he really get into it a become a master butcher? Will he branch out into restaurants? The world of meat would be Cutler's oyster. It looks like Cutler isn't going to try that announcer's booth thing he was going to try prior to playing for the Dolphins. His name hasn't been mentioned with being a color commentator for some time now. Cutler does hunt and seems like someone who knows his way around carving up an animal, so maybe a butcher shop would be something he is good at. Let's be honest, this article was written to remind everyone that Peyton Manning screamed "cut that meat!" in a weird Mastercard commercial. MORE: NHL fans were furious that refs let Boston's Charlie McAvoy off easy after ugly hit to head Rookie Darrius Shepherd could surprise as slot WR, returner option for Packers NFL.com's Adam Rank awards Raiders best draft in 2019 NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Please Pray for Peace Between Colin Cowherd and Baker Mayfield


Jason Momoa is growing his beard back, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner honeymoon in L.A., plus more celebrity news for May 3, 2019. Charlize Theron weighs in on Angelina Jolie rivalry reports Earlier this year, tabloid reports claimed that Charlize Theron was secretly dating Brad Pitt -- and that his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie, was mad about it because she and Charlize have a rivalry over roles that goes back years. The Brad-Charlize pairing turned out to be wishful thinking, but what about Charlize and Angelina's alleged beef? Bravo's Andy Cohen asked Charlize about it when she was a guest on " Watch What Happens Live " this week promoting her new comedy, "Long Shot," alongside co-star Seth Rogen. "I don't know her very well, I know her from events, but [she's] always so lovely," Charlize said of fellow Oscar winner Angie, as reported by Huffpost , calling reports of a feud "100 percent" false. "We really don't know each other, we're not friends [and don't] hang out. But she's never been nothing but gracious and lovely and warm." Seth then jumped in to claim that he and Angie "f---ing hate each other, though," drawing laughs as he added, "F--- you, Angelina Jolie." When Charlize reprimanded him with a "What is wrong with you," Seth apologized. "I shouldn't say that, I am sorry. I apologize," he said. "I have literally maybe met her once in my life. She was lovely. We are in three 'Kung Fu Panda' films together. We are part of the 'Furious Five' or whatever." Do Charlize Theron and Angelina Jolie Have Beef? #WWHL https://t.co/XVX7IfT7lB   WWHL (@BravoWWHL) May 3, 2019 HGTV star Christina Anstead hits pregnancy halfway mark, shares 21-week selfie Following a "brutal" first trimester , HGTV star Christina Anstead is continuing to document her pregnancy on social media. On May 2, the "Christina on the Coast" and "Flip or Flop" star revealed that she's now five months along -- just a week over the halfway mark -- with the son she's expecting in September with new husband Ant Anstead. "#21 weeks ... had our big 20 week ultrasound yesterday - baby is healthy and moving around like crazy!" she wrote on Instagram alongside a bathroom selfie showing her growing baby bump. "fun fact according to baby center app- baby is the size of a [carrot](@ant_anstead loves these food comparisons )," she added, including an emoji representing the vegetable. This will be Christina's third child; she has two kids with ex-husband Tarek El Moussa, while Ant has two kids from his first marriage. Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas head to Los Angeles for mini-honeymoon after Las Vegas wedding One day after they were married by an Elvis impersonator at a Las Vegas wedding chapel following the Billboard Music Awards on May 1, Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas headed to Los Angeles for a mini honeymoon, Page Six reported. The couple -- who reportedly still plan to have a larger, formal wedding ceremony in France this summer (People magazine reported that the Vegas nuptials were meant to simply make the union legitimate since it's difficult for foreigners to legally wed in France) -- checked into one of six private accommodations at the exclusive San Vicente Bungalows in West Hollywood on May 2. ( DailyMail.com has photos of the "Game of Thrones" actress exiting their private aircraft wearing a blanket and a "Just Married" pageant sash.) According to Page Six, the property, which was opened by Sunset Tower hotelier Jeff Klein in December 2018, has a strict no-photos, no-social media policy that requires even the most A-list guests to cover phone cameras with a sticker until they leave. "Joe and Sophie chose to start their honeymoon in a romantic place where they can enjoy complete privacy. They can order whatever they like to their bungalow, and not have to worry at all about being seen or photographed," a source told the New York Post's gossip column. The same day they checked in, Joe posted two photos of his bride on Instagram, captioning the gorgeous shots , "Hot Damnnnnnnn" with a fire emoji. Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams react to Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew's death Peter Mayhew, the 7-foot-plus English-American actor who brought Chewbacca the Wookiee to life in the "Star Wars" films, died at 74 on April 30, 2019, at his North Texas home with his family by his side, his loved ones revealed on May 2. As fans mourned, Peter's "Star Wars" co-stars shared touching words for their friend. "[He] was a kind and gentle man, possessed of great dignity and noble character. These aspects of his own personality, plus his wit and grace, he brought to Chewbacca. We were partners in film and friends in life for over 30 years and I loved him," Harrison Ford , whose Han Solo piloted the Millennium Falcon with Chewie, told The Hollywood Reporter in a statement. (In a sweet callback to a famous Han Solo line, Peter's family responded to Harrison's "love" quote on Twitter : "He knew.") Harrison continued, "He invested his soul in the character and brought great pleasure to the Star Wars audience. Chewbacca was an important part of the success of the films we made together. He knew how important the fans of the franchise were to its continued success and he was devoted to them. I and millions of others will never forget Peter and what he gave us all. My thoughts are with his dear wife Angie and his children. Rest easy, my dear friend…. " Luke Skywalker actor Mark Hamill tweeted that Peter "was the gentlest of giants-A big man with an even bigger heart who never failed to make me smile & a loyal friend who I loved dearly-I'm grateful for the memories we shared & I'm a better man for just having known him. Thanks Pete." Billy Dee Williams, who plays Lando Calrissian, tweeted that Peter was "Much more than Chewie to me...My heart hurts…I will miss you my dear friend…thanks for the great memories!" New photo reveals Jason Momoa is already growing his beard back Just two weeks after Jason Momoa surprised fans by getting rid of his trademark beard -- the first time he'd shaved since 2012, he said -- it appears the "Aquaman" star is already growing it back. The actor was photographed on May 2 on his way into the "Jimmy Kimmel Live" studios in Hollywood with his former boss, "Game of Thrones" creator David Benioff (the men did a funny skit along with the other HBO series creator, D.B. Weiss, which Jason shared on Instagram ) -- and his facial scruff was heard to miss. In April, the former "GoT" actor used his headline-making grooming moment to promote the use of recyclable aluminum cans for water instead of plastic bottles. "Plastics are killing our planet," he explained as he shaved in a four-minute video he posted on YouTube . Ashton Kutcher "expected to testify" in Hollywood Ripper murder trial Ashton Kutcher will soon be on a witness stand. According to a Los Angeles County Superior Courts spokesperson, as reported by E! News on May 2, the actor is "expected to testify" in the current "Hollywood Ripper" murder trial of Michael Gargiulo. Michael, 43, is accused of stabbing Ashley Ellerin -- a 22-year-old fashion student who was casually dating Ashton at the time -- 47 times in February 2001. (Michael is also on trial in L.A. for another murder and an attempted murder.) Reports reveal that the "That '70s Show" star, then 23, had plans to take Ashley to some Grammy afterparties on the night of Feb. 21. When she didn't pick up her phone, he drove to her Hollywood bungalow assuming she had bad reception. When she didn't answer his knock, Ashton told police, he looked in the window and left after seeing what he thought was a trail of spilled wine leading to her bedroom. Ashley's bloodied body was discovered by her roommate the next day. According to a tweet from Law & Crime Network producer Cathy Russon, in the defense's opening statements, they claimed that "Ashton Kutcher will testify that he tried to call Ellerin even during the time frame Mr. Durbin was there. There is no DNA, no fingerprints, no evidence of who killed Ellerin." The defense claims Michael is innocent and had consensual sex with the victim before someone else killed her. Kim and Kanye took famed French fashion editor Carine Roitfeld to Walmart for the first time You'd be hard-pressed to find an American who hasn't been to a Walmart. But French fashion editors? It's understandable that maybe they wouldn't be as familiar with the ubiquitous U.S. bargain store. Thankfully for Carine Roitfeld -- the high-profile former editor of French Vogue -- she has Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West to help her out. On May 2, Page Six reported that in "what sounds like a scene from an André Leon Talley fever dream," it had learned that Kimye took Carine on a tour of their local Walmart in Calabasas, California, while she was in the Los Angeles area to shoot an ad campaign with her CR Studios production company. According to Page Six, Carine confessed, "They also took me to Walmart for the first time. It's a totally different setting but a great memory!" A source further told the New York Post's gossip column, "Evidently, [Carine] was never really familiar with Walmart -- being a genuine Parisian, after all -- but had wanted to visit one for a while." So what did she think? "She really enjoyed the experience!" the source told Page Six. "Seeing all of the different types of brands that run the gamut was something she had never seen before." New legal woes for "Teen Mom" star Jenelle Evans' husband, David Eason In recent days, "Teen Mom" star Jenelle Evans' husband, David Eason, has been in the headlines for allegedly beating, shooting and killing Jenelle's French bulldog, Nugget, after the pet nipped their 2-year-old daughter, Ensley. On May 2, TMZ confirmed that David was under criminal investigation for animal cruelty in Columbus County, North Carolina. The next day, TMZ reported that David is dealing with even more legal woes: He owed $5,187 in back child support payments for a son he had about five years ago with ex Olivia Leedham and if he didn't pay up by May 3, he would be held in contempt of court and jailed. TMZ has footage of David at a North Carolina courthouse where he threatened a WSFX reporter who tried speaking to him. "Don't get in my face, bro. I promise you don't want to do that," the outspoken gun enthusiast warned. According to TMZ, a judge gave the former reality TV star -- who in 2018 was fired by MTV for posting a series of homophobic tweets -- a few hours to get the money together; David did and returned to court to clear his debt. He and his ex have a tumultuous history: TMZ reports that Olivia previously accused David of shoving her when she was eight months pregnant with their child and leaving her in the middle of a road at night when she was seven months pregnant. Zac Efron shares grim warning with fans Zac Efron has a warning for his fans: Be very mindful of who you let into your life. The actor, who plays handsome, charismatic and diabolical serial killer Ted Bundy in Netflix's new movie "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile," shared the advice while speaking to " Entertainment Tonight " during a screening of the film at the Tribeca Film Festival on May 2. "In a world where we swipe left and swipe right and you meet people, friends come and go, you really should pay attention to who you're with," he said, cryptically adding, "I learned this [lesson] the hard way. And hopefully nobody else has to." After getting Hillary Clinton tattoo, Pete Davidson bumps into the politician outside 30 Rock Watch out, Bill! Back in late 2017,"Saturday Night Live" comedian Pete Davidson got a tattoo of Hillary Clinton. "Wanted to get @hillaryclinton a Christmas gift so I got a tattoo of my hero," he wrote on Instagram at the time alongside a photo of the inking on one of his limbs. "Thanks for being such a bada-- and one of the strongest people in the universe." Hillary heard about it and hit him back: "Thanks, @petedavidson. This makes it significantly less awkward that I've had a Pete Davidson tattoo for years. But seriously, I'm honored. Merry Christmas, my friend." More than a year later on May 1, 2019, Pete and the former U.S. secretary of state unexpectedly ran into one another outside the "SNL" studios at 30 Rock in New York City -- and one of Hillary's aide's took a photo of it and posted it on Twitter ! "Look who @HillaryClinton bumped into while leaving 30 Rock, Pete Davidson!" aide Opal Vadhan tweeted, per Page Six . Pete also shared a photo of them together, captioning the Instagram snap, "That's bae for life."


Make the most of holiday car sales Get the best holiday deals Car dealerships often run sales events on major holiday weekends to get new customers in the door. But with all the competing offers and red tape involved with buying a car, it s hard to know how to actually get a good deal . Is a holiday weekend actually the best time to buy a car?  The most important thing that car shoppers need to understand is that many of these  big holiday sales events  are really just hype,  said LeeAnn Shattuck, owner and CEO at The Car Chick.  On certain vehicles, there may be some big rebates at certain times of year, because they need to get rid of those vehicles. But most of the time, the deals are not necessarily any better than any other time of year.  But if you re already in the market for a new car , you can use holiday weekend car sales to save, but you need to be smart. Ahead of Memorial Day, here s how to capitalize on holiday weekend car sales. Continue reading in the gallery above. 1. Have a plan If you walk onto a car lot without a plan, you may be steered toward an overpriced vehicle that doesn t meet your needs. Make sure to do your homework before you go car shopping. Research the cars you want. First, you need to determine the makes and models you re interested in. If possible, take some test drives in the days or weeks leading up to your purchase so you can narrow down your options. Then, find out who has the cars you want in stock. Dealerships list their inventory online, but you can call ahead to make sure they have the car on the lot. Remember that your first choice may not have any great offers, said Shattuck. The best sales and rebates may be intended to offload vehicles that haven t been selling well. Set your budget. You need to set a budget before you buy a car. Start with what you can afford in total as a monthly payment, and then work out what that means for total price, factoring in down payment or trade-in value. And don t forget car insurance. Premiums are dependent on your driving record and the exact car, but you can get an idea by looking at the average cost of car insurance in your state or getting auto insurance quotes online . Once you have a budget, research the Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds value of the cars you re considering so you don t end up overpaying at the dealership. Plan your visit. Holiday weekends are extremely busy times to buy a car, so call the dealerships to set up your appointments as early in the day as possible. Walking into the dealership without an appointment in the middle of the day can result in long wait times and unnecessary stress. 2. Get preapproved for a car loan When you finance your car at the dealership, you have no way of knowing if they're offering you the best loan terms. The dealership may also collect a fee for arranging your loan, which means you'll be charged more than the loan costs. Securing a preapproved car loan before you buy can help you get a better deal. You can get a loan preapproval from a bank or credit union. You may want to go through a lender you already have a good working relationship with or shop around to get the best rate. Having a preapproved loan gives you several advantages when car shopping: You already have a baseline interest rate so you know what to expect. You can take your preapproval to any dealership in town, which gives you the ability to shop around. The dealership may be motivated to beat your existing interest rate through their own financing connections. 3. Double-crunch your numbers to secure the best deal Holiday weekend car sales are sometimes made up of flashy offers that don't actually end up saving you much money, even when there are discounts off the sticker price. And it's important to make sure you don't end up paying more on the back end with longer loan terms or higher interest rates. There are a few things you can do to make sure you're getting a good deal : Look for manufacturer incentives or customer rebates that knock some money off the purchase price. Look for low interest financing options (usually reserved for buyers with the best credit). Shop around to get competing offers from multiple dealers. Negotiate to get the best offer you can. "Don't assume the 'red tag' or 'sale' price is the best price you can get   still shop around to multiple dealers and negotiate like crazy to find the best deal," said Shattuck. 4. Don't feel pressured to buy on a holiday weekend While you can land a great deal on a holiday weekend, it isn't the only time when you can save. Most common-sense car buying advice, such as planning ahead, securing financing and negotiating, will help you get a better deal   no matter when you buy. This article originally appeared on Policygenius and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org.


WASHINGTON   A man accused of fatally stabbing a runner in the nation's capital has pleaded not guilty in the slaying, and his lawyer is gathering evidence for a possible insanity defense. WTOP-FM reports Anthony Crawford on Friday pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in slaying of 35-year-old Wendy Martinez. Police say Crawford used a stolen kitchen knife to kill Martinez as she ran near her District home in September. Crawford's lawyer, Eugene Ohm, on Friday requested more time to develop a not guilty by reason of insanity defense. He has until June 21 to announce if that plea will be pursued. Crawford was found incompetent to stand trial in February but has since started mediation and been found competent. Court records say he has a history of paranoia and drug use. ___ Information from: WTOP-FM, http://www.wtop.com RELATED VIDEO: 'It was a normal day' until he found out his fiancée was killed while running in DC (Provided by WUSA-TV Washington, D.C.)


DARPA issued a Broad Agency Announcement solicitation for a new program called Dynamic Network Adaptation for Mission Optimization (DyNAMO) which aims to keep America's manned (and unmanned) combat aircraft connected even if enemy forces attempt to jam their communications . But that's not as straightforward as it sounds. US aircraft are additionally hindered by the fact that many of the platforms operate on incompatible radio networks using different encryption schemes. And while the DoD has already developed specialized data-link gateways to act as universal translators between them, the gateways' bandwidth is limited. "DyNAMO's goal is to enable pilots in one type of aircraft with a specific suite of sensors to easily share information with different types of manned and unmanned systems and also receive sensor information from those various platforms for a comprehensive view of the battlespace." Wayne Phoel, DARPA program manager, said in a statement. "We aim to develop technology that dynamically adapts networks to enable instantaneous free-flow of information among all airborne systems, at the appropriate security level and in the face of active jamming by an adversary." Darpa expects the DyNAMO technology to run some custom radio hardware it's also developing through the Communications in Contested Environments (C2E) program . This program seeks, essentially, to update the translating data-link gateways with an architecture that closely resembles commercial smart phones. That is, one where the application processing, real-time processing, and hardware are all managed and validated separately. In this way, DyNAMO will be able to take raw RF data, convert it into a format that every plane in the squadron can process and then disseminate it reliably. DARPA


TUMBES, Peru (Reuters) - Mothers dragged their children across three countries, trekking around border checkpoints and crossing rivers in waist-high water. Others were conned by fake travel agents, or robbed by bandits. They breastfed in immigration lines, tended to fevers in parking lots, and stroked the tiny hands of their children on bus rides into the unknown. Venezuelan women arrived in unprecedented numbers at Peru's border last weekend, according to the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR - part of a rush across South America by tens of thousands of Venezuelan migrants after Peru announced it would tighten entry requirements in June. "It's as if we were all blind, wandering here together," Erika Quevedo, 28, said of her 8-day trip from her hometown of Barquisimeto in Venezuela with her two children and her mother. Like many of the dozens of Venezuelan women interviewed by Reuters at Peru's northern border city of Tumbes, Quevedo said she paid guides in Colombia to help her family make the trip, only to find they disappeared with their money. With little cash left, she survived the rest of the trip by banding together with other single mothers she met on the way. "I don't know what I would have done without them," Quevedo said of her female travelmates as they hustled with their kids toward Peru's border. REMITTANCES NO LONGER ENOUGH Men dominated the first waves of Venezuelan emigration, helping to build a diaspora from Bogota to Madrid that is now more than four million strong, according to the United Nations. But Venezuela's deepening economic crisis is now dislodging some of the country's neediest. Many of the women, children and elderly they left behind now are rushing to catch up to family members in cities across South America and beyond. Fueling the exodus are fading hopes for change in Venezuela, as the opposition's bold plans to unseat President Nicolas Maduro appear to have diminished. At the same time, U.S. sanctions aimed at weakening Maduro are exacerbating the economic crisis, hitting the poor hardest. "We can't survive on what they were sending anymore," said Rosalba Barrios, a 51-year-old mother of eight crossing the border with a daughter and two grandkids, on their way to join her adult children in Lima. Barrios, a seamstress, described a family torn apart by dysfunction in Venezuela. Within 18 months of each other, she lost her 28-year-old son in one of Caracas' frequent armed robberies and her 83-year-old mother to cancer due shortages of medicine. "Emigrating isn't easy," Barrios said, crying as her family huddled together beneath the rain at the border checkpoint. "I never wanted to leave. Not me. It's not easy to say goodbye. To leave the life you know." 'BETTING ON GUAIDO' Tears came easily to the migrant mothers. Marlioth Armas, 28, cried in frustration describing the constant shortages of basic goods in Venezuela. "Milk! Shampoo! Nothing!" said Armas, cradling her daughter before continuing her trip to reunite with her husband in Lima. "I just want to live somewhere we can get things and be normal." Many said they had been mulling a move for months, but had remained hopeful the crisis would abate. They mustered enthusiasm for Juan Guaido, Venezuela's opposition leader who invoked the constitution in January to assume the presidency, in a challenge to Maduro. "I really was betting on Guaido. I was sure he was going to change the country," said Andraimi Laya, 22, her 2-year-old wiggling in her arms. When Peru's President Martin Vizcarra announced Venezuelans must have passports and visas to enter Peru starting June 15, Laya dropped everything. She put her dream of becoming a police officer on hold, sold her last valuable possession, her TV, and headed for Peru with her daughter. "I said, 'no, I'm not going to die here. This might be my last chance.'" 'THIS IS A DEMONSTRATION' Laya wasn't alone. Nearly 50,000 Venezuelans entered Peru in the past week, according to official figures - creating dayslong backlogs at the border at Tumbes. In previous months, between 1,500 and 2,000 a day had entered. "This is a demonstration. This is Venezuela saying we don't want to be governed like that. We don't want that man as president," Margarita Sulbaran, a 55-year-old mother of seven, said of Maduro. But the mad rush to Peru's border in the past week was largely unnecessary. Peru only tightened entry requirements on Venezuelan migrants, leaving its policies regarding asylum-seekers unchanged. The latest wave of migrants are arriving just as sentiment toward Venezuelans has soured. But Quevedo said anything beats being a mother in Venezuela. When her son was born, prematurely, she couldn't summon an ambulance or a ride to the hospital. "My son was born in my house and my mom was the midwife," Quevedo said. "If it weren't for my mom, my son wouldn't be here." (Reporting By Mitra Taj and Carlos Garcia Rawlins; Editing by Daniel Flynn and Diane Craft)


FARMINGDALE, N.Y.   The relative calm of a Thursday morning was shattered as Tiger Woods' opening tee shot climbed into a perfectly clear sky. "Yo, Tygah, you da man!" Long Island majors always bring out a different kind of golf fan but a Bethpage major is a visual and audio break from the game's normal decorum. This is not one of your run-of-the-mill, white-collar enclaves like Shinnecock or Winged Foot, this is gritty and gauche. This is New York unfiltered. "It's not the Ryder Cup, Molinari!" While Woods was the undisputed marquee of a threesome that included defending PGA champion Brooks Koepka and reigning Open Championship winner Francesco Molinari, whose faux pas off the first tee was a wayward drive followed by a provisional attempt, the Bethpage fish bowl meant that nothing was off limits. "You're gonna love it, Tygah. Don't even look up." Woods didn't love anything about his opening hole after pushing his tee shot into the rough right of the 10 th fairway which was followed by a layup, a wedge that airmailed the green and a chip that ran well wide of the hole. Lucas Glover also started his week at the 2009 U.S. Open at Bethpage with a double bogey and still won, but we can all agree it's not the preferred method. "Didn't get off to a very good start," Woods said. "It was a good drive and ended up in a bad spot, and I compounded the problem with trying to use the backboard behind the hole there and missing a putt I should have made." Woods' opening double bogey put him in the unenviable position of playing catch up on a course that doesn't lend itself to the rally. "Stick with it, Tygah." Giving up really isn't Woods' thing and he did what he's almost always done and turned a 75 into a 72, but in the process the mayhem from the masses turned its focus to Koepka. While Woods was making a mess of things Koepka quietly plodded his way to birdies at Nos. 10 and 14 and was four strokes clear of the Masters champion by the time the trio trudged across Round Swamp Road. "You've got big muscles!" Your browser does not support iframes. PGA Championship: Scores | Full coverage Initially it was a grudging respect from the mob but with each towering drive and deftly played approach shot the outspoken came around to Koepka, cheering each drive like it was a 513-foot Aaron Judge homerun. This was his honor and the heir apparent with Koepka doing what's become exceedingly easy for him. "Win another one, Brooksie!" Koepka's father, Bob, craned his neck to catch a glimpse of the action sporting a "Koepka get No. 2" button. Technically, this would be his son's second PGA Championship victory, but a more telling statistic would be his fourth triumph in his last eight starts in a major. A .500 batting average is the kind of math the former second baseman could easily wrap his mind around. Since winning the 2017 U.S. Open, Koepka is a combined 52 under par on the game's hardest golf courses and against the toughest fields. He has 21 rounds under par in that span and a 69.03 stroke average. There will be those who dismiss the quality of his accomplishments based on a perceived lack of quality at some of those major venues but that's as misguided as it is misinformed. It was just last year at the PGA Championship when Koepka held off Woods to win by two strokes and, with apologies to the small sample size, it appeared as if the two were playing a different game on Thursday. "He hit a couple loose tee shots today that ended up in good spots, but I think that was probably the highest score he could have shot today," Woods said of his playing partner. "He left a few out there with a couple putts that he missed. But it could have easily been a couple better." Koepka regularly outdrove Woods at Bethpage, like on the 12 th hole when the 29-year-old launched a drive nearly 30 yards past the elder statesman of the group. He also played Tiger's game better than Tiger did, at least on Thursday, with a field-leading 3.71 strokes gained in approach shots to the green. "It was great that Tiger won Augusta, but I mean, we're at a new week now," said Koepka, whose 7-under total matches the combined winning totals of the last two major champions at Bethpage (Woods was 3 under when he won the '02 U.S. Open on the Black Course and Glover was 4 under in '09). "You know what you're going to get when you play with him. I mean, obviously everybody in New York is going to be cheering for him, and it's going to be loud, especially if he makes a putt. You've just got to keep battling and find a way to get through it." Koepka finished his day with a bogey-free 63 to tie the tournament record and best the Bethpage record by a stroke. Woods was nine shots back and tied for 70 th place when he completed his round. "New York still loves ya, Tygah!" Regardless of scorecards, New Yorkers love winners and Woods is squarely back in the winning column, although his Day 1 effort strongly suggests it's probably not going to happen this week. But they also appreciate winning performances like Koepka's workmanlike card. This wasn't a passing of the torch moment, Woods has far too much golf left in him for that, but it is becoming increasingly clear that the player who for so long was peerless now has a bona fide peer.


NEW CANAAN, Conn. (1010 WINS) -- Disturbing new details emerged in the case of missing Connecticut mother of five Jennifer Dulos on Monday as her estranged husband and his girlfriend appeared in court after their arrests over the weekend. ...listen to the audio... Fotis Dulos, 51, and Michelle Tronconis, 44, didn't say anything as they faced a judge at Norwalk Superior Court to be arraigned on charges of tampering with evidence and hindering prosecution. Prosecutors said Monday that more serious charges are expected, but for now the two are each expected to post their $500,000 bail. The two were arrested in Avon on Saturday night after lab results came back confirming that Jennifer Dulos' DNA was found in trash bags dumped in Hartford, court documents say. The documents allege Dulos and Tronconis hadn't been cooperating with investigators, but police got warrants for their phones and discovered they had been in Hartford on the day the 50-year-old mother disappeared. Surveillance video obtained by police shows Dulos and Tronconis placing the trash bags at receptacles in the city, according to the documents, which say reveal that the bags contained Jennifer Dulos' blood and clothing, as well as cleaning items. RELATED: Family, friends 'remain hopeful' missing CT mom will be found soon 'We miss her beyond measure,' family says 1 week after Connecticut mom of 5 vanishes Connecticut mother missing amid custody battle with estranged husband Detectives continue to search for Jennifer Dulos, who went missing on May 24 after dropping her kids off at school. "Connecticut law enforcement agencies worked around the clock to locate Jennifer by exploring all leads and tips," police said in a release Sunday. Traces of blood were discovered in Dulos' home and her SUV was abandoned in a park in New Canaan. Jennifer and Fotis Dulos have been embroiled in a contentious divorce and child custody case for the past two years. Before she went missing, Dulos had told a judge she was afraid her husband would try to kidnap their children or kill her, according to the Hartford Courant. At a vigil at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in New Canaan on Sunday evening, Rev. Peter Walsh asked God to send angles to watch over Dulos' children. Speaking for the Dulos family, Carrie Luft told ABC 7 : "The children are safe and they miss their mother terribly. They're doing well under the circumstances." Like 1010 WINS on Facebook and follow @1010WINS on Twitter to get breaking news, traffic, and weather for New York City.


Even without the Kentucky Derby's disqualified first-place finisher Maximum Security or eventual winner Country House , the 144th Preakness Stakes has a field stockpiled with quality horses bred and trained by the very best in the sport. Early odds have been released for the Preakness Stakes. Improbable currently sits as the betting favorite at +150. Odds and analysis: https://t.co/2FM8opp7rI   Odds Shark (@OddsShark) May 10, 2019 Improbable, trained by the legendary Bob Baffert, is currently the betting favorite after a fourth-place finish at Churchill Downs. Bodexpress, Win Win Win, and War of Will also ran in the Derby, will also be ready to go in Baltimore with eyes set on glory. #WarofWill begins preparation for #Preakness144 Read more ? https://t.co/d3ejZsTDmN pic.twitter.com/RtAYuVJz6p   Preakness Stakes (@PreaknessStakes) May 9, 2019 Brad Cox has two horses in this race in Warrior's Charge and Owendale, who are listed with 16-1 and 10-1 odds, respectively. If one of the favorites falls behind, keep tabs on this pair. Trainer Brad Cox feeling confident on how his #Preakness contenders Warrior's Charge and Owendale are preparing for the #Preakness Stakes. Gabby Gaudet shares more below! Tune-in to @TVG all week long as our team will be on-site @pimlicorc starting May 15. pic.twitter.com/xi0VCbKUpt   TVG (@TVG) May 12, 2019 What this field lacks in star power it makes up for in depth and experience in big races. Check out the full breakdown: Way too early Preakness odds: #thepreakness #preakness pic.twitter.com/tgTfFO11H2   Johnny Ringo (@jwrangus) May 13, 2019 There are few Triple Crown races where every horse running has a legit chance at taking home the crown, and the 2019 Preakness is one of those races. Get ready for a big-time Saturday at Pimlico.


Ford has indicated it is not interested in 'mild' hybrid power for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship's next-generation DPi rules, saying it wants any such system to deliver at least 100bhp. The American manufacturer is still exploring its options for the 2020 season and beyond after deciding to call time on its factory GT programme , and is keen to add a hybrid element to whichever series it chooses to enter, but only with a significant power output. IMSA's 'DPi 2.0' concept, slated to come into existence in 2022, is likely to involve some form of hybrid propulsion, and could be seen as a logical point of entry for Ford. However, the Blue Oval has made it clear it does not want to see a token, low-power hybrid system that doesn't align with the brand's existing road cars. "We are very interested in hybrids, but not necessarily with a 'mild' part in front of it," Ford Performance Motorsports director Mark Rushbrook said at the Le Mans 24 Hours test day. "We're going to have systems with a lot more horsepower than that and that's what we want to apply in racing to be relevant to our road cars. "Across the different series I think we're looking at a minimum of 100bhp. For us that's a higher voltage, higher power system which is a potential for DPi 2.0 to include." Read Also: Hybrids in NASCAR "a matter of when, not if" says Ford chief Rushbrook added that Ford would be happy for series such as IMSA and NASCAR to start from a spec hybrid platform in order to control costs. "Costs are definitely a concern, but I think it can be managed similar to other series," he explained. "If you look at what Formula E did, when they started their series initially everything was spec and then you slowly start to open up different parts of the system to be able to have that innovation and technology transfer. "In other series it should be approached in the same way. You don't want it to stay spec forever, but we're open to introducing it into a series as spec and then opening up different elements." Rules split makes combined WEC/IMSA entries impossible Ford is in a holding pattern to see whether IMSA and the FIA World Endurance Championship will align on future regulations, ruling out entering both championships with two different platforms. "Absolutely, our principles form the beginning were global, affordable and relevant," he added. "Unfortunately global right now isn't an option. It's made part of the process a challenge for us. "If things continue in their current direction, then it forces us to make the decision between IMSA or WEC. It would never be a case of IMSA and WEC if there's two different sets of rules. "As soon as what's happening in WEC prototypes and what's happening with IMSA DPi 2.0 then we can make our decisions." #7 Acura Team Penske Acura DPi, DPi: Helio Castroneves, Ricky Taylor, Alexander Rossi, #31 Action Express Racing Cadillac DPi: Felipe Nasr, Eric Curran, Pipo Derani, #55 Mazda Team Joest Mazda DPi, DPi: Jonathan Bomarito, Harry Tincknell, Olivier Pla Photo by: Jake Galstad / LAT Images


The Washington Redskins may sit near the midline of the NFL when it comes to talent and production each year, but once again they are near the top when it comes to franchise value. Forbes recently released its list of the top 50 most valuable sports franchises in the world, and the Redskins came in near the top, tied for No. 14 at an estimated value of $3.1 billion. 26 of the 50 most valuable sports teams in the world are NFL franchises, per @Forbes . https://t.co/HOmEyKspBc - Field Yates (@FieldYates) July 23, 2019 The estimated value has not increased at all over the past year, but the Redskins had an operating income of $122 million in 2018. Washington currently ranks as the fifth most valuable franchise in the NFL, trailing only the Dallas Cowboys (No. 1, $5 billion), New England Patriots (No. 7, $3.8 billion), the New York Giants (No. 10, $3.3 billion), and the Los Angeles Rams (No. 12, $3.2 billion). The NFL currently holds 26 of the world's 50 most valuable franchises in the world, though the top six consists of three soccer clubs and a couple of NBA franchises. MORE: The Twins pulled off a beautiful triple play against the Yankees and fans loved it The 21 dumbest ideas in NFL history NBA trade rumor rankings: What's up with CP3? VIDEO: Steve Austin Cut a Killer Promo at WWE Raw Reunion Ravens have another shot to land WR Allen Hurns, this time for cheap


Jennifer Aniston's hair color has been done by the same man for 24 years. Michael Canalé is responsible for her much sought-after honeyed locks, and is also co-creator of "The Rachel," the iconic hair-do of Jennifer Aniston's character in "Friends." INSIDER spoke to Canalé to find out all about how he colors Aniston's hair. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories . When it comes to iconic female hairstyles, there may be a handful which spring to mind: Amy Winehouse's beehive perhaps, or maybe Audrey Hepburn's pixie crop. One which would definitely make the cut is "The Rachel" - Jennifer Aniston's famous 'do in the early seasons of beloved TV sitcom "Friends." Although Rachel's hair evolved over the 10 years "Friends" was filmed, it remained highly lust-worthy in the eyes of many. Now 15 years on since the final episode ended, Jennifer Aniston's hair is still incredibly sought-after. There is one main person responsible for her honeyed locks: Michael Canalé. Canalé has been Aniston's colorist for 24 years, and he's also co-creator of "The Rachel." INSIDER spoke to Canalé to find out exactly what goes into coloring Aniston's hair. Aniston gets her hair colored every five weeks While getting your hair colored might be an annual treat for some, being in the spotlight (and having such famous locks) means Aniston visits Canalé for a touch-up every five weeks. "We refresh the color every five weeks, if anything needs correcting we do that," he told INSIDER. Read more: Jennifer Aniston's colorist says making this mistake between salon visits is ruining your hair Canalé is referring to when Aniston has to deviate from her usual color for a movie role, such as in "Dumplin," where her hair was blonder than normal. "Sometimes she has to do a movie so we do a blonder look," he said. "For some of these movies they go a little bit too blonde and then we have to repair the hair and get it back into shape. It usually only takes one or two times to pull it back together." Aniston's color is designed to bring out her eyes Canalé blends Aniston's highlights to look as natural as possible. "It's seamless, effortless color," he said. "It's always that way and we always pop that front hairline up so it goes better with her skintone and her eyes. "We do a golden look from behind the hairline and the hairline is actually done in a sandy tone to bring out her eye color and to soften her Greek skintone." People still ask for "The Rachel" Although hair trends come and go, Canalé believes "The Rachel" is timeless. "People still love that Jennifer Aniston blend-out," he said. In fact, Canalé, who has also colored the hair of Heidi Klum, Kate Hudson, Shakira, and Penelope Cruz, explained that Aniston's color is growing in popularity again as people opt for more natural looks. Read more: There's a good reason why you shouldn't go out in the cold with wet hair, and it has nothing to do with getting sick "Ombre is over," he said. "We're still doing a darker back but we're doing seamless highlights that connect. It has the illusion of a darker back but it has a better blend-out. We still keep the front popped. "It's like instead of having highlights that are three to five inches away from the root, we're having a blend of seamless highlights that connect, and we might do a color blend just to soften and pull the highlight color closer to the natural, like a blended highlight that goes into the base." Highlighting hair in this way means the color looks natural as it grows out too, as if the hair was lightened by the sun. "It looks just like 'The Rachel,'" he added.