When it comes to safety at the 22nd Judicial Court and Civil Courts in St. Louis, Sheriff Vernon Betts said he has serious concerns. Betts said he needs more deputies, better training and a bigger budget to feel more comfortable about keeping the courthouses safe. "It's been by the grace of god that we haven't had some kind of incident in these two years and five months that I've been in office," Betts said. Close calls happen on a regular basis at the downtown courthouses where tensions can quickly reach dangerous levels. "Sometimes we have gangs fighting other gangs and we don't have enough deputies to help squash (the fights)," Betts said. "We've been fortunate so far. Not having the staffing, we need puts me at dire straits." Betts said his department needs 20 more deputies. "We don't have enough deputies to be in the halls, in the courtroom, transporting prisoners and in the hospital," the sheriff said. "They have cut me down to the point where it's created a safety problem here at the Sheriff's Department." Deputies are spread so thin, Betts said when deputies transport prisoners they often have to move them one-on-one. That puts the deputies and public in a potentially dangerous position. "I will have a hard time standing by and justifying to the family and public that we didn't adhere to the rules," Betts said. The sheriff's budget has been increased by 5% or almost $450,000 next year. That will allow the sheriff to hire five additional deputies. "I believe our support of the sheriff has been more than generous", Public Safety Director Jimmy Edwards said. Deputies complete a 140-hour training course and receive the same firearms training as the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. But Betts would like all deputies to have their Peace Officer Standards and Training also known as POST license. It's a basic law enforcement training course according to Betts. In the next fiscal year that starts in July, Sheriff Betts asked for $150,000 to get deputies their POST license. City aldermen countered with $10,000. "That's not enough to cover the bullets (for training)" Betts said. Deputies would have to take eight months of night classes and some weekend classes to complete the training. That's in addition to working their regular posts during the day. "It would cost the city almost $800,000 (to get all deputies trained)," Betts said. "That's nothing what we will have to pay if we have litigation or a situation if someone is hurt or killed." Right now, only one deputy has their POST license. The sheriff doesn't have his license but said he is in the process of completing the training. Betts said additional funding for his department will go entirely to staffing and training. He's not confident he will get the necessary support from city hall. "I'm asking the city of St. Louis to help me stop the bleeding… stop the bleeding," Betts said.


Want the inside word on Miami's buzziest local spots? We took a data-driven look at the question, using Yelp to analyze which restaurants have been in the spotlight this month. To find out who made the list, we looked at Miami businesses on Yelp by category and counted how many reviews each received. Rather than compare them based on number of reviews alone, we calculated a percentage increase in reviews over the past month, and tracked businesses that consistently increased their volume of reviews to identify statistically significant outliers compared to past performance. Read on to see which spots are riding a trend, right now. Sala'o Cuban Bar & Pescaderia Open since May, this seafood and Cuban spot is trending compared to other businesses categorized as "Seafood" on Yelp. Citywide, seafood spots saw a median 2.2 percent increase in new reviews over the past month, but Sala'o Cuban Bar & Pescaderia saw an imposing 158.3 percent increase, with a slight upward trend from a four-star rating a month ago to 4.5 stars today. It's not the only trending outlier in the seafood category: Aromas Del Peru has seen a 7.5 percent increase in reviews. Located at 1642 S.W. Eighth St. in Little Havana, Sala'o Cuban Bar & Pescaderia's seafood options include raw oysters, ceviche, fried swordfish, grilled octopus, lobster and crab. Atlantis Cafe Whether or not you've been hearing buzz about downtown Miami's Atlantis Cafe , the well-established coffee and tea and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers sandwiches and more, is a hot topic according to Yelp review data. While businesses categorized as "Sandwiches" on Yelp saw a median 2.1 percent increase in new reviews over the past month, Atlantis Cafe bagged a 10.3 percent increase in new reviews within that timeframe, maintaining a terrific five-star rating. It significantly outperformed the previous month by gaining 2.2 times more reviews than expected based on its past performance. Open at 12 N.W. First St., Atlantis Cafe offers robust breakfast and lunch sandwiches served on Cuban bread. Try the one made with egg, chorizo and cheese and the special croquette with ham slices, ham croquettes and Swiss cheese, topped with crunchy potato sticks. Ikrave Liberty City's Ikrave is also making waves. Open since March 2018 at 4799 N.W. Seventh Ave., the Southern, traditional American and breakfast and brunch spot has seen a 16.2 percent bump in new reviews over the last month, compared to a median review increase of 5.6 percent for all businesses tagged "Breakfast & Brunch" on Yelp. Moreover, on a month-to-month basis Ikrave's review count increased by more than 240 percent. Ikrave offers Southern-style fare like candied yams, collard greens and oxtails with grits. Try the crispy waffles with fried chicken strips or go for a sweet red velvet waffle with vanilla glaze. Over the past month, it's maintained a convincing four-star rating among Yelpers. Katsuya Brickell Brickell's Katsuya Brickell is the city's buzziest Japanese spot by the numbers. The venues and event space, sushi bar and Japanese spot, which opened at 8 S.E. Eighth St. on June 2018, increased its new review count by 14.6 percent over the past month, an outlier when compared to the median new review count of 2.1 percent for the Yelp category "Japanese." It's not the only trending outlier in the Japanese category: Pubbelly Sushi Brickell City Centre has seen a 5.7 percent increase in reviews. Katsuya Brickell offers starters like chilli-passion oyster (kumamoto oyster, passion fruit and fresno chili jam) and Waygu short rib gyoza (with dashi braised onions and brûléed gruyere foam). Desserts include the Geisha's Kiss, which is made with adzuki bean semifreddo, strawberry sake consomme, crispy meringue, strawberry foam and shisho. 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.


If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Phoenix this week, from a parody to a series of short plays. Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 'Spamilton: An American Parody' From the event description: "Spamilton: An American Parody" is the hilarious New York Times critics' pick that Ben Brantley calls "convulsively funny!" From Gerard Alessandrini, the mastermind behind the legendary "Forbidden Broadway," comes this side-splitting new musical that roasts, eviscerates and ultimately celebrates Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit Broadway musical "Hamilton." When: Wednesday, June 19, 8 p.m. Where: The Phoenix Theatre Company - Hormel Black Box Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave. Price: $20-$54 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets 2019 New Summer Shorts From the event description: Theatre Artists Studio presents the 2019 version of its wildly popular annual festival of short plays. Running the gamut from the dramatic to the comical to the absurd, these plays from The Studio's member playwrights offer amazing variety, thought-provoking entertainment, and 90 minutes of pure fun. When: Thursday, June 20, 7:30 p.m. Where: Theatre Artists Studio, 4848 E. Cactus Road Price: $12.50 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets 'Little Shop of Horrors' From the event description: A deviously delicious sci-fi smash musical, "Little Shop Of Horrors" has devoured the hearts of theater goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney's "The Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast" and "Aladdin") are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world. Enjoy "Little Shop of Horrors" from Arizona Regional Theatre at the Phoenix Center for the Arts. When: Friday, June 21, 7:30 p.m. Where: Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. Third St. Price: $12.50 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets This story was created automatically using local event data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Former Boston TV anchor Heather Unruh is a respected newswoman who's no stranger to the spotlight, but it was painful to watch her cringe-worthy testimony as her son's sexual assault case against Hollywood A-lister Kevin Spacey unraveled on live television. It was one misstep after another as the Nantucket courtroom drama played out on daytime TV. The young man accusing Spacey of groping him at the Club Car restaurant on Nantucket three years ago took the stand but decided to plead the Fifth after being pressed about whether anyone deleted text messages about the alleged assault from his cellphone   a potential felony offense. The young man's feisty father got a stern finger-wagging from the judge and was threatened with contempt. Then, Unruh confessed to deleting a video of her son smoking pot on his cellphone before handing it over to state police. Now that cellphone   a crucial piece of evidence in the high-profile case   has vanished. State police troopers insist they gave the cellphone back to Unruh's family, but they claim they don't have it. While Unruh appears to have possibly mishandled evidence, even jeopardizing her son's case, it's hard not to sympathize with a mother trying to be protective of her son. Unruh was teary eyed throughout her testimony and said she went looking for a video on her son's cell phone of Spacey allegedly sticking his hand inside her then-18-year-old son's pants. Unruh said she didn't delete anything relevant to the case from her son's phone. At one point, Spacey's attorney, Alan Jackson, showed the ex-WCVB anchor photos of her son drinking alcohol from an ice luge and chugging beers and she appeared surprised to learn from the lawyer that her son had been cited for underage drinking at college. At the start of the hearing, the TV camera was trained on the alleged victim's torso and suit jacket but at one point his face was shown on live TV. It's the policy of news organizations to not reveal the identify of sexual assault victims but the damage was already done. While the case appears to be falling apart, it's hard not to sympathize with the young man and his parents as they and prosecutors challenge a rich and powerful man who now faces numerous allegations of sexual misconduct. Yet the Unruhs' actions have done nothing to help their case against the Oscar winner. I can't help but think that any sexual assault victim watching this case spiral must be cringing, too. Such a high-profile prosecutorial debacle could have a chilling impact on whether others ever come forward.


As the calendar flips to August, it can only mean one thing: college football is here. Fall camps are opening or getting ready to open all across the country, and the first game of the season the big Florida vs. Miami showdown in Orlando is less than four weeks away. But there's plenty of work to be done before the first snaps that count are taken. This week, we'll be previewing August practice for each major conference, plus the Group of Five. Up next, it's the Pac-12 (previously: SEC , ACC , Big 12 ). Top August Story The Pac-12 has a big image problem . The perception and exposure is such that the conference is even toying with kicking off games at 9 a.m. local time (noon ET) to get more eyeballs on the product. The problem? The product hasn't been very good. A league team hasn't competed in the College Football Playoff in three of the last four years. The conference has a chance to change the perception with a few early season non-conference Power 5 games. "The first three or four weeks are going to dictate the narrative for our conference," commissioner Larry Scott said earlier this summer at Pac-12 media day. Oregon duels Auburn in Arlington, Texas. Stanford meets Northwestern on the Farm and UCLA welcomes in Oklahoma. Arizona State travels to Michigan State, and Arizona is at home against Texas Tech. Oregon State faces Oklahoma State at home, and Colorado hosts Nebraska. Positional Battle to Watch Arizona State has not one, not two, but three true freshmen competing for its starting quarterback job . Get your popcorn ready. Jayden Daniels, Joey Yellen and Ethan Long, rookies who signed as top-40 ranked QBs this year, are all set to compete with junior Dillon Sterling-Cole for the starting gig vacated by Manny Wilkins. Daniels, a California product, seems to be the favorite. He was ranked as the second-best dual-threat QB in the class and turned down offers from Alabama, Georgia, Oregon and USC to compete in Tempe. Positional Group Under Pressure Take your pick: Washington's secondary or its linebackers. The Huskies return just two starters from their 2018 defense, and that list of departures includes the leading tackler in the FBS, linebacker Ben Burr-Kirven, and two second-round NFL draft picks, defensive backs Taylor Rapp and Byron Murphy. The Huskies enter the season as one of the favorites out West, but the inexperience on defense will be a challenge that they'll need to rectify quickly. They get explosive offenses in two of the first three weeks, Eastern Washington and Hawaii. New Coach Spotlight There's only one: Mel Tucker at Colorado. The 47-year old Nick Saban protégé landed his first full-time head coaching job this offseason, and his task is not easy: recharge a Buffaloes program that has advanced to one bowl game in the last 11 years. Tucker brings with him to Boulder an NFL and SEC pedigree, a physical-minded, defensive guy who's implementing his own version of the Saban method in the mountains. His history with Saban dates all the way back to a graduate assistant stint at Michigan State in the mid-1990s. He spent time with Jim Tressel at Ohio State, too, and had stops at the pro level in Chicago, Jacksonville and Cleveland. He helped direct Georgia's defense the last three seasons. Week 1 Game to Circle It doesn't get much bigger for the Pac-12 than the rare game against the SEC. Oregon and Auburn tangle in Arlington in a significant measuring stick affair for what many believe is the Pac-12's best chance to reach the playoff this year. The Ducks and QB Justin Herbert are loaded and poised to make a deep run in Mario Cristobal's second year. Washington was poised last year too, and then it lost to Auburn in a similar kind of neutral site, early-season matchup. Oregon enters this one as the favorite, and it carries with it, maybe, the fate of the Pac-12's CFP chances.


After the Warriors defeated the Cavaliers103-82 in Game 4 in Cleveland, Stephen Curry's wife used a photo of the couples sleeping daughter to call out Cavs fans. Games 3 and 4 of the NBA Finals took place at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, but according to Steph's wife the arena wasn't very loud.


Across the planet, using the Internet to catch up with friends and family is the main reason people go online. A new survey by Pew Research Center finds that the majority of the population in most nations now uses the Internet every day, and they're doing so primarily to communicate with the people they care about. Pew surveyed tens of thousands of people in 32 developing and emerging countries last year, and found 86 percent of respondents said they go online to contact friends and family. "Among internet users in the emerging and developing countries surveyed, a median of 82 percent use their internet connections to access social networking sites, such as Facebook, Twitter and other country-specific platforms," Pew wrote. The other reasons people report going online are what you'd probably expect: Just over half of those surveyed said they go online to seek information about politics and other news, health, and "to a lesser extent" to access government services online, Pew reported. Online shopping is less common in developing nations, with the exception of China, which is one of the world's largest online global markets. More than half of those surveyed in China said they bought something online in the last year. That may have something to do with China's relatively high rate of smartphone ownership. About 55 percent of those surveyed in China said they own a smartphone a figure that's about comparable to Pew's last though by now certainly outdated count of smartphone ownership (58 percent) in the United States last year. A handful of other developing nations like Chile and Lebanon record similar smartphone ownership, but most of the developing nations Pew examined are still using flip phones. Technological disparities aside, people across the globe share similar concerns about the Internet. Overall, people in the developing nations surveyed say the see the Internet as having a positive effect on education but a negative effect on morality. In general, and perhaps not surprisingly, regular Internet users are less worried about what going online means for a person's morals than those who don't use the Internet. Still, Pew points out, "in no country surveyed does a majority say that the internet's influence on morality is a positive." This article was originally published at http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2015/03/its-a-social-world-after-all/388406/


WINNERS Alex Bowman   Saying he was tired of finishing second after three runner-ups this season, Bowman fought back after Kyle Larson took the lead from him late and scored his first career Cup victory. Kyle Larson   It wasn't the victory he was seeking but his runner-up finish was his best result of the season and his first top five since Dover in May. The result was that he climbed from 15th to 13th in the points. Hendrick Motorsports   Led by Alex Bowman's win, the organization placed three of its four cars in the top 10   Jimmie Johnson was fourth and William Byron was eighth. Chase Elliott finished 11th. Team Penske   The organization didn't get a victory but placed all three of its cars in the top six with Joey Logano third, Brad Keselowski fifth and Ryan Blaney sixth. Cole Custer   His Xfinity win Saturday was his fourth of the season, tying him with Christopher Bell for most in the series this year. LOSERS Clint Bowyer   Can it get any worse for him lately? Maybe it's better to not ask. He finished 37th in the 38-car field Sunday, marking the second time in the last three races he's finished 35th or worse. After his fifth-place finish at Pocono, Bowyer was 10th in the standings. Now, he's 16th, in the final transfer spot to the playoffs, with nine races left. My gosh! Sitting here counting down these last few mins of June..If bad 💩could happen to us on the racetrack, it did this month. We lost a ton of ground….BUT!!! If you can lose em in a month you sure as hell can gain em back in month. 🧐👉   Clint Bowyer (@ClintBowyer) July 1, 2019 Ryan Newman   He entered the race in the 16th and final playoff spot but a 17th-place finish and lack of stage points dropped him 20 points out of a playoff spot. Kevin Harvick   He led a race-high 132 laps, marking the fourth time this year he's led 45 or more laps, but still remains winless this year. He overcame a cut tire to get back into the lead but got into the wall on Lap 172 and fought the car's handling the rest of the way to finish 14th. Another fast car without the results to show for it. Christopher Bell   His third-finish was wiped out after the race when his car failed inspection and was disqualified. Related slideshow: 2019 NASCAR race winners (provided by imagn)


We teamed up with Trulia to find out the median home value of a 1,500-square-foot house in the 25 most populous cities in the US. What a 1,500-square-foot home costs in 25 major cites around the US A standard 1,500-square-foot home can be extremely affordable - or wildly expensive - depending upon location. We teamed up with Trulia to find the median home value of similarly sized houses in the 25 most populous cities in the US, from notoriously expensive New York City to Indianapolis and Columbus, two of the m ost affordable cities for millennials to buy a home . The most expensive city on the list, perhaps unsurprisingly, is San Francisco. Previous reporting from Business Insider's Katie Canales shows that even a "fixer" home will sell for over half a million dollars . We looked at the most populous cities using data from the National League of Cities , and ordered them from lowest to highest median home value for a 1,500-square-foot house. Click or swipe through for a look at what a 1,500-square-foot home will cost in the 25 most populous US cities: 25. Detroit, Michigan 1,500-square-foot median home value : $47,241 24. Memphis, Tennessee 1,50-square-foot median home value : $83,135 23. El Paso, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $116,098 22. Indianapolis, Indiana 1,500-square-foot median home value : $118,454 21. San Antonio, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $142,995 20. Dallas, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $144,641 19. Fort Worth, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $144,918 18. Houston, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $146,466 17. Jacksonville, Florida 1,500-square-foot median home value : $149,708 16. Charlotte, North Carolina 1,500-square-foot median home value : $154,033 15. Columbus, Ohio 1,500-square-foot median home value : $156,940 14. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1,500-square-foot median home value : $162,318 13. Baltimore, Maryland 1,500-square-foot median home value : $164,297 12. Louisville, Kentucky 1,500-square-foot median home value : $172,727 11. Nashville, Tennessee 1,500-square-foot median home value : $203,259 10. Phoenix, Arizona 1,500-square-foot median home value : $205,850 9. Chicago, Illinois 1,500-square-foot median home value : $261,126 8. Austin, Texas 1,500-square-foot median home value : $270,263 7. San Diego, California 1,500-square-foot median home value : $577,756 6. Boston, Massachusetts 1,500-square-foot median home value : $588,878 5. Los Angeles, California 1,500-square-foot median home value : $588,878 4. New York, New York 1,500-square-foot median home value : $625,931 3. Seattle, Washington 1,500-square-foot median home value : $689,917 2. San Jose, California 1,500-square-foot median home value : $855,973 1. San Francisco, California 1,500-square-foot median home value : $1,292,566 Read more: The 9 biggest mistakes people make when they try to sell their homes, according to real-estate agents 13 real-estate agents reveal the strangest and most extreme requests they've ever received from clients 17 real-estate agents reveal the worst parts of their jobs, from the lack of steady income to being on call 24/7 The most expensive and affordable states to buy a house, ranked Here's how much a typical starter home costs in every state San Francisco's housing crisis is so out of control that one of the city's last districts seized by big tech boasts 'cheap' homes priced at $800,000 - here's what the neighborhood is like The San Francisco housing market is so dire that people are leaving in droves - here's where they're headed San Francisco's tech boom is so expansive that the city's median home price rose by $205,000 in the first half of 2018, one of the biggest swells in its history


The Nationals have placed ace righty Max Scherzer on the 10-day injured list, per a club announcement. Erick Fedde was called up to take his active-roster spot. Scherzer is dealing with a mild rhomboid strain, the second seemingly minor upper back/shoulder malady he has come down with this year. The hope remains that the superb starter will not miss too much time, but it was evidently determined he'd be sidelined long enough to warrant a move to bring in another arm. It's a balancing act for Scherzer and the Nats. Both would obviously prefer that he be on the mound right now, but the issues he's experiencing are in a worrying area of the body. The club must also ensure it has Scherzer at full health down the stretch. Fedde, 26, has delivered 50 1/3 innings of 3.40 ERA ball this year in eight starts and five relief appearances. Unfortunately, he's also carrying an uninspiring blend of 26 strikeouts and 21 walks. He'll help hold down the fort for the time being, but the Nats have an obvious need to add hurlers over the next two days.


Consider it China's nuclear option in the trade war with the U.S.   the ability to start dumping its massive pile of Treasury bonds that could trigger a surge in interest rates and substantially damage the American economy. As the two sides engage in a tit-for-tat tariff exchange, the possibility that China might raise the stakes and stop being the world's biggest consumer of U.S. debt again reared its imposing head Monday. China currently owns $1.13 trillion in Treasurys, a fraction of the total $22 trillion in U.S. debt outstanding but 17.7% of the various securities held by foreign governments, according to data from the Treasury and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association. Should the Chinese decide to walk away or reduce their role in the market, that at least in theory could creates a substantial dislocation for a country like the U.S. that relies so much on sovereign entities to buy its paper. At least for the moment, markets aren't that worried that China could take such a seemingly drastic step, in large part because the move might not have much upside except to create headlines. "It's a self-destructive nuclear option," said Robert Tipp, chief investment strategist and head of global bonds for PGIM Fixed Income. "Maybe it helps them as a bargaining chip, but it's endangering the value of something they're deeply involved in." In fact, the move actually could help the U.S. For one, a Chinese reduction of Treasurys could weaken the dollar and make U.S multinationals more competitive. For another, Treasury yields would rise and thus cause prices to fall, lowering the value of China's portfolio. And there's the question of where China would put its money   all that cash would have to go somewhere, and U.S. bonds are among the highest-yielding in the world when weighed against their relatively low risk. "It still seems like Treasurys are the optimal place for security, flight to quality, capital appreciation etc. Moving around that sum of money seems very challenging now," said Nick Maroutsos, co-ahead of global bonds for Janus Henderson. "It's possible and could happen very gradually over a six- to 12-month period. But calling it and having it happen so quickly is very unlikely." Related video: Talking heads are missing a big part of the China trade war 'The biggest weapon they have' In fact, China already has been pulling back its role in the U.S. bond market. Its holdings have fallen nearly 4% over the past 12 months even as total foreign government ownership of Treasurys has increased by 2.6%. Following its myriad disputes with the Trump administration, Russia has largely exited the Treasury market. Japan, the No. 2 holder of the U.S. debt, has increased its holdings slightly over the past 12 months to $1.07 trillion, while Brazil has stepped into the No. 3 positions with about $308 billion, thanks to a 12.9% boost during the period. With the U.S. expected to be staring down $1 trillion annual budget deficits in the years to come, a less active Chinese government does generate some fears. "To me, that is the biggest worry. This is really the biggest weapon they have," said Sung Won Sohn, professor of economics at Loyola Marymount University and president of SS Economics. "They need to do more to counter the United States. So if push comes to shove, that's what they are going to resort to." Because the U.S. imports far more from China than the other way around, China needs additional leverage to fight the tariff battle. While Sohn thinks shrinking its bond holdings would be a last resort, he sees it as possible if the U.S. decides to enact tariffs on all Chinese imports, which totaled $539.5 billion in 2018. "I have become less and less optimistic and more pessimistic, because this is a trade war but it's not as much about economics as it is other things," he said. "In the United States, we view China as an economic predator. China views the United States as a model of Western power trying to humiliate China as in the 18th century. There's a long, kind of simmering underneath of nationalistic feelings." Yields fall amid panic Treasury yields actually moved lower during Monday's stock market panic selling despite more chatter of a China bond market retaliation. A tweet from Hu Xijin, editor in chief of the state-run Global Times, noted that "Chinese scholars are discussing the possibility of dumping US Treasuries and how to do it specifically." Hu tweet "China will continue to use this is as a threat, perhaps, but in reality i think it hurts them more than it might hurt us," said Kim Rupert, managing director of fixed income at Action Economics. "It hurts their portfolio. Whether they are willing to endure the pain   I think they might, but not to a great extent. I think it will be more a threat than an actual tool or strategy." Stocks endured their worst day of the year Monday as fears continued to boil that a resolution was not on the horizon. A failed China trade deal has been among the market's worst worries since President Donald Trump took office. A lack of a deal in turn could threaten a U.S. economy that has been performing better than expected even as the rest of the world slows. "If we look at how the market has performed year-to-date, obviously it's been up very strong, pricing in recovering growth," said Jason Draho, head of Americas asset allocation at UBS Global Wealth Management. "If escalating trade tensions slow global growth ... we may not get this recovery that the markets have been assuming.


It should go without saying that seatbelts are one of the most vital components in ensuring occupant safety in the event of a collision. If something isn't right, it can increase the risk of injury during a crash, hence the reason for Ford's latest recall. Ford has issued a recall for 7,580 examples of the 2019 Ranger SuperCab in the US. The vehicles carry build dates between June 18, 2018 and June 19, 2019, and all the vehicles were built at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan. Another 400 vehicles in the recall are located in Canada. The issue stems from the right front seatbelt. According to Ford, that belt may have been improperly assembled, although the automaker did not say how the assembly was incorrect. Nevertheless, the affected belts might not be able to correctly restrain a passenger in the event of a collision, increasing the chance of injury and causing Ford to issue the recall. Thankfully, Ford said it is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this potential defect. The fix is pretty straightforward. Upon taking a recalled vehicle to the dealership, technicians will inspect the right front seatbelt and replace the whole belt assembly as necessary, which should fix the problem right up. Ideally, you'll never have to use it, but it's good to know it'll do its job as described if worse comes to worse. Research the Ford Ranger on MSN Autos


Looking for the right time to visit New York City, but hoping to skip the typical Big Apple tourist scene in favor of a more local experience? The Governors Ball Music Festival is right around the corner and might have exactly what you're looking for. Started by local music lovers eight years ago, it features 60-plus artists of all genres, plus a selection of the best eats in town, street artists from around the city, interactive games and activities, and more. What better way to experience the music, art and culture at the heart of NYC? It's more doable than you think. According to travel site Skyscanner , there are plenty of flights from Boston to New York City in that time frame, and the prices aren't too shabby. So if you're looking for a change of scenery, here are some deals to put on your to-do list. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in the articles may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Cheapest New York City flights The cheapest flights between Boston and New York City are if you leave on May 30 and return from New York on June 3. JetBlue currently has roundtrip tickets for $137. There are also deals to be had later in May. If you fly out of Boston on May 31 and return from New York City on June 3, jetBlue can get you there and back for $166 roundtrip. Top New York City hotels Regarding where to stay, here are a couple of New York City's top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction. The Standard, High Line (848 Washington St.) If you're looking to splurge on top quality, consider The Standard, High Line . The hotel has a 4.4-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $275. All 338 rooms have ground-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views. It is within close proximity to the west side highway, Javits Center, SoHo and the Financial District. The Dream Downtown (355 W. 16th St.) There's also the 4.5-star rated The Dream Downtown , which has rooms for $204/night. Situated between the thriving Meatpacking District and Chelsea, The Dream Downtown is the latest addition to the Vikram Chatwal Hotel portfolio. This luxury property features 315 loft-inspired rooms and a rooftop lounge with city views. Featured New York City restaurants Don't miss New York City's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings. Levain Bakery (167 W. 74th St.) First things first: where to satisfy your sweet tooth. For a popular option, check out Levain Bakery , which has an average of 4.8 stars out of 42 reviews on Skyscanner. The bakery boasts a steady stream of community regulars and tourists loyal to its diverse assortment of freshly baked products. "The chocolate chip walnut cookie is amazing!" wrote visitor Sandy. Red Rooster (310 Lenox Ave.) If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to the Red Rooster , with 4.5 stars from 56 reviews. The Red Rooster is part of the vibrant Harlem community. The menu reflects the roots of American cuisine while celebrating local farmers and artisanal food makers. The Red Rooster features a takeout market, bar and restaurant. The Meatball Shop (84 Stanton St.) Also worth considering is The Meatball Shop , with 4.6 stars from 49 reviews. "These are the best meatballs I have ever had," wrote ABelle. Top New York City attractions New York City is also full of sites to visit and explore. Here are two popular attractions to round out your trip, again from Skyscanner's listings. The Brooklyn Bridge Park (334 Furman St.) First up is The Brooklyn Bridge Park . It checks in with 4.6 stars from 469 reviews. Located in the heart of New York City, The Brooklyn Bridge Park is a great place for tourists and residents to visit. This park is located beside the Brooklyn Bridge, considered one of the portals into the city and although the park itself is simple, it also offers an amazing view of the entire city. The Statue of Liberty Finally, consider checking out The Statue of Liberty . It has 4.9 stars from 410 reviews. Lady Liberty has welcomed the grandparents and great-grandparents of many Americans. A symbol of the country's possibilities, The Statue of Liberty National Monument includes nearby Ellis Island, where many European immigrants started on their journey of becoming Americans. This story was created automatically using flight, hotel, and local attractions data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Arizona Cardinals rookie quarterback Kyler Murray could get another award. He already won the Heisman Trophy for his play in 2018 with Oklahoma, when he threw for more than 4,000 yards and rushed for more than 1,000. He led the Sooners to the college football semifinals. Now, he is in the running for an ESPY. ESPN announced the nominees for the yearly awards for top performers and performances each year, and Murray is one of four up for Best College Athlete. The other three nominees are: Duke basketball player Zion Williamson, expected to be selected No. 1 overall in the NBA draft this week; UCLA softball player Rachel Garcia; and Oregon basketball player Sabrina Ionescu. All four won the award for the top player in their sport; Williamson and Ionescu won the Wooden Award, while Garcia was the USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year. The awards show will air on July 10 on ABC. Listen to the latest from Cards Wire's Jess Root on his podcast, Rise Up, See Red. Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Stitcher Radio . View embedded content MORE: Everyone had so many LeBron jokes about the reported 'Space Jam 2' cast Five potential Kevin Durant landing spots in free agency Warriors and Kevin Durant Could Reportedly Work Out Wild 'Delayed' Sign-and-Trade with Knicks Reggie Bush takes shot at Lions, calls them cheap Browns have several single-season records that could fall in 2019


The US economy is showing more signs of strain amid President Donald Trump's multi-front trade war, with a sharp slowdown in manufacturing and a pullback by American shoppers. Some cooling was to be expected from the red-hot pace of the past year but the drop-off in manufacturing -- especially in the struggling auto sector -- was far worse than economists had expected. President Donald Trump has repeatedly touted the strong first-quarter growth figures as proof his economic policies and tough trade tactics are producing results. He cited its 3.2 percent growth rate as proof the United States could weather the impact of his decision to more than double tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods to 25 percent as of May 10. However, economists have long cautioned that the data include troubling signs that could point to a coming slowdown, especially as the short-term burst from the 2017 tax cuts fades away and higher tariffs bite. US manufacturing declined sharply in April. More worrisome was the economy's total industrial output for the first three months of the year, which was much lower than originally reported, according to Federal Reserve data released Wednesday. And retail sales fell 0.2 percent -- the mirror image of the 0.2 percent gain economists had instead predicted -- which like manufacturing was impacted by weak auto sales. Amid the bitter dispute with China, with the pain reflected across in multiple sectors, industrial output in the first quarter plunged 1.9 percent compared to the same period of last year, according to the latest data, revised from a dip of just 0.3 percent reported last month. - 'Manufacturing is struggling - In April alone, total output fell 0.5 percent, driven by a decline of the same magnitude in manufacturing, as vehicle production continued to slip. Economists had been expecting a 0.1 percent gain in industrial production for the month. "In short, manufacturing is looking weak," economist Jim O'Sullivan of High Frequency Economics told AFP. And the revised data show the sector is weaker than suggested by other closely-watched manufacturing data that have suggested slower growth rather than contraction. "The trend in exports has certainly weakened, and likely not just because of trade tensions." In the key manufacturing sector, industries that saw declines of more than two percent compared to March included motor vehicles and parts, machinery, and electrical equipment and appliances. Manufacturing is 0.2 percent lower than April 2018, while total industrial production remains 0.9 percent higher. "What is clear is that manufacturing is struggling and, therefore, added uncertainty and tensions over tariffs is particularly unhelpful at this juncture," RDQ Economics said in an analysis. Mining output, which includes oil and gas, rebounded after three months of declines, with a 1.6 percent increase in the month, while utilities output fell 3.5 percent as heating demand declined with the warmer weather. Industrial capacity in use in use in April continued its string of declines, dipping to 77.9 percent from 78.8 percent due to a dip in utilization for manufacturing, including another two-point decline in the troubled auto sector. Economists noted that the retail sales data can be volatile and some expect a rebound in coming months but there are troubling elements. "Consumers are showing some signs of weakness despite ongoing improvements in the labor markets," economist Diane Swonk of Grant Thornton said in a research note. And she cautioned that consumers "at the low end of the income strata are particularly vulnerable to higher prices at the pump and the pending tariffs on China."


FIA Formula 3 teams could try to persuade the series into using qualifying groups to avoid congested qualifying sessions, Motorsport.com has learned. The new series   a merge of European Formula 3 and the GP3 Series   kicked off in Barcelona last weekend, with 30 cars on the grid. It featured a standard qualifying session with all cars free to lap at anytime during the session. However, most teams went for the standard GP3 strategy of one or two flying laps with as many cool-down laps, pitting to digest data before going out for one or two final flying efforts towards the end of the session. Prema Racing was one of a small number of teams to try an alternate strategy, running in the mid-session gap where its Ferrari and SMP Racing-backed driver Robert Shwartzman shot to the top of the leaderboard with a lap in clean air while others debriefed with engineers in the pits. Both European Formula 3 and the Formula Renault Eurocup has implemented qualifying groups in recent years, especially at tracks like Pau and the Norisring, where track space is at a premium. While the FIA Formula 3 Championship doesn't run at either of those tracks, teams have pointed to the Hungaroring and Red Bull Ring as circuits which could cause traffic issues. Hitech Grand Prix team boss Oliver Oakes saw his drivers struggle in qualifying, particularly Red Bull-backed Juri Vips who was baulked on his last lap in qualifying   as many other drivers improved their laps   and had to start from 11th. he raced through to fifth from the 11th-place starting spot. "The difficult thing for the rest of the year is going to be qualifying, with 30 cars on track," Oakes told Motorsport.com "There's talk from other teams that groups could be used in the future and I think that could be a good thing, we do want to make sure the right drivers start at the front." Multiple other teams confirmed to Motorsport.com that they would be in favour of a grouped system for congested tracks. The FIA Formula 3 Championship organisers declined to comment.


A key witness in former special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's investigation of Russian election interference has been charged with transporting child pornography last year, according to court documents. George Nader, who has a previous conviction on such charges, was charged in federal court in Virginia and is expected to make an initial court appearance in New York. Nader played an unusual role as a kind of liaison between Trump supporters, Middle East leaders and Russians interested in making contact with the incoming administration in early 2017. Subscribe to the Post Most newsletter: Today's most popular stories on The Washington Post Officials said Nader, 60, was charged by criminal complaint over material he was traveling with when he arrived at Washington Dulles International Airport on Jan. 17, 2018, from Dubai. At the time, he was carrying a cellphone containing visual depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct, officials said. The charges were unsealed after his arrest Monday morning at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Lawyers for Nader did not return calls seeking comment. At a brief court appearance in New York, Magistrate Judge Cheryl Pollak ordered Nader to remain in custody, pending a further hearing Tuesday. If convicted, Nader faces a minimum of 15 years in prison and a maximum of 40 years, officials said. Nader was known to Trump associates as someone with political connections in the Middle East who could help them navigate the diplomacy of the region. He helped arrange a meeting in the Seychelles in January 2017 between Erik Prince, a Trump supporter who founded the private security firm Blackwater, and a Russian official close to Russian President Vladimir Putin. The purpose of the meeting was of particular interest to Mueller's investigators, and some questions about it remain unanswered, even after Mueller issued a 448-page report on his findings. A Lebanese American businessman, Nader was stopped by federal agents when he arrived at Dulles in January 2018. Those FBI agents served him with a subpoena and wanted to question him as part of the Russia investigation, according to people, who like others familiar with the issue, spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive matters. According to the complaint, Nader was interviewed by FBI agents at the airport, and one of his three iPhones was searched for reasons unrelated to child pornography. But on the phone, authorities found 12 sexually explicit videos featuring boys approximately ranging in age from 2 to 14, according to the court documents. Over the following weeks, Nader began to cooperate with authorities, providing grand jury testimony about his interactions with Trump supporters, according to people familiar with the matter. Authorities said he was charged under seal on the alleged child pornography in April 2018, but he had left the country at that point. Prince has insisted, publicly and to Congress, that his meeting in the Seychelles with Kirill Dmitriev, the head of a Russian government-controlled wealth fund, was a chance encounter that occurred because he happened to be meeting with United Arab Emirates officials at a luxury hotel in the Indian Ocean nation. At the time, Nader had been working for years as an adviser to the UAE. Nader told investigators it was a meeting planned in advance, as an exploratory back channel between a Trump emissary and a Kremlin official, to allow for informal discussions of future relations between the two countries, according to people familiar with the investigation. Nader also visited the White House several times after the Seychelles encounter, meeting with senior adviser Stephen K. Bannon and Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law and senior adviser, according to people familiar with his visits. Nader was convicted 28 years ago of transporting child pornography, a case in which he received a reduced sentence after influential figures argued privately to the court that he was playing a valuable role in national security affairs   trying to free U.S. hostages then held in Lebanon. Born in Lebanon, Nader came to the United States as a teen and later founded Middle East Insight, a magazine dedicated to coverage of the region   a role that led him to travel frequently and interview world leaders and top U.S. politicians. In the 1980s, he developed a reputation as a back-channel negotiator with access to top officials in Israel, Syria and Iran, as well as leaders of the Hezbollah movement, according to people familiar with his work. In the past few years, he has worked as an adviser to senior officials in the UAE. Amid his international work, Nader had repeatedly been investigated by law enforcement officials, according to court filings. In 1985, he was indicted by a federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., on two counts of mailing and importing child pornography. Court documents show those charges were dismissed before trial after Nader's lawyers successfully argued that authorities had illegally seized evidence in the case. Records show that Nader became a U.S. citizen while awaiting trial in the case. During two instances in 1988, Nader received sexually explicit material, featuring underage boys, sent to him via a post office box in Cleveland, according to court filings. He was not charged, although his home was searched, and prosecutors say child pornography was found in his toilet. In the 1991 case, Nader pleaded guilty to one count of transporting child pornography and served about six months in federal custody in a facility on work release, court records show. Nader had powerful supporters who appealed to the court on his behalf, arguing that he was engaged in high-stakes negotiations to assist the U.S. government in freeing hostages in Lebanon. Nader was ultimately given consideration in his sentence because of what a federal judge termed his "extraordinary cooperation with the government in certain areas," according to court documents. More recently, the Associated Press has reported that Nader was convicted of 10 cases of sexually abusing minors in Prague in May 2003 and sentenced to one year in prison. His expulsion from the country was also ordered. Nader's lawyers have previously declined to comment on the Prague case. devlin.barrett@washpost.com rachel.weiner@washpost.com


Former Jets defensive end Mark Gastineau completed his final radiation treatment this week in his battle with colon cancer. Gastineau posted an update on Facebook , via Rich Cimini of ESPN. "IT IS FINISHED!" Gastineau wrote. "WOW! My chemo and now radiation is all finished! Praise God. I celebrated with my terrific crew at the hospital. I rang the bell. I gave my wife a huge hug and kiss for all her support, and I did the victory dance outside!" Gastineau hopes to participate in the Jets legends weekend Aug. 10. Gastineau said he was "blindsided" six months ago when he received a stage three colon cancer diagnosis. He was treated at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, undergoing surgery to remove the tumor before chemotherapy and radiation treatments. He and his wife, Jo Ann, began a gofundme page and have raised $29,510 of their $75,000 goal. "We are . . . losing our home in the midst of these health battles," Jo Ann writes on the page. "Donations would be greatly appreciated in finding a new home. We are asking for prayer for our upcoming search for a new home and peace in the process." Gastineau had 19 sacks in 1983 and 22 in 1984. He finished with 74 sacks in 10 seasons with the Jets, but since sacks didn't become an official statistic until 1982, Gastineau was credited with no sacks during his first three seasons.


Devin Hester may not be the fastest one in his family for very long. His son making some serious gains on the football field. On Sunday, Hester took to Instagram to share a video of his son, Dray, playing flag football at the Top 100 Central Florida camp. "Great day Dray at Top 100 central Florida camp, all your hard work is starting to pay off. Now we see what you can do, but for me my job is to make sure the next time you see him. It's a lot better then the first....." he wrote, accompanied with a video of his son breaking ankles on the field. Dray looked Devin Hester-like with his jukes as he headed for the end zone, and seems to be taking tips from his father. Raven's quarterback Lamar Jackson commented on the video writing, "This man out there playing with them kidz with his daddy's speed." Hester's son may have a while until he catches up with his father, who is arguably one of the greatest kick returners in NFL history, but he is clearly no rookie when it comes to dodging defenders. Hester retired from the NFL in April of 2018, ending his career with 3,695 punt return yards, 7,333 kick return yards and 19 kick return touchdowns. Hester played the majority of his NFL career with the Chicago Bears , but spent some time with the Atlanta Falcons , Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens .


Sean Doolittle sent a series of tweets on Sunday night in which he defended his delivery and argued that it should be legal. The Washington Nationals closer became the center of attention after Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon complained about the reliever's pitching motion during and after Saturday's game between the teams. Maddon really just wanted to bring attention to the issue because he is upset his reliever, Carl Edwards Jr., was told in spring training that his similar move was illegal. Here is a comparison of their movements as they pitch: Carl Edwards, Jr.'s Foot Plant vs Sean Doolittle's Toe Tap. OBR 5.07(a): "A pitcher may not take a second step toward home plate with either foot." pic.twitter.com/hSJrApg8hD   Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) May 19, 2019 Edwards has a plant/pause and was told to change it. Doolittle has a tap. Doolittle, who took a shot at Maddon over the complaints , wants MLB to clarify things and legalize his delivery. ok but we still need further clarification from MLB on this. Rule 5.07 says a pitcher can't take a second step to home with either foot. I don't really think a toe tap or hesitation violate the spirit of the rule. And it's not being consistently applied. https://t.co/BcypV24TMV   Obi-Sean Kenobi Doolittle (@whatwouldDOOdo) May 20, 2019 I've also heard that Edwards originally got his delivery cleared during spring training, then 2 weeks later it was deemed illegal. I realize this is only affecting a few pitchers in the league, but we need clarification so this doesn't turn into MLB's version of the tuck rule.   Obi-Sean Kenobi Doolittle (@whatwouldDOOdo) May 20, 2019 So much of pitching is disrupting timing. And as long as the strike zone is the size of a cocktail napkin and the ball is flying out of ballparks at historic rates, I think pitchers should be allowed to have a toe tap or hesitation in their delivery if they want but I'm biased   Obi-Sean Kenobi Doolittle (@whatwouldDOOdo) May 20, 2019 Even though Maddon thinks the two are comparable, there is a big difference to me. Edwards' plant includes much more deception, to the point that it crosses a line. The toe tap includes a much more of a natural flow and progression with the delivery. The rule states that a pitcher may not take a second step. Edwards was taking a second step; Doolittle was not. Related slideshow: The 2019 MLB season (Provided by imagn)


New York City is due to see light rainfall this coming week, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Saturday's forecast shows the highest chance of rain at 91 percent, while the most rainfall is predicted on Thursday at 0.38 inches. The coming days will also see warm temperatures, forecast to last through Thursday. Skies will be cloudy today and mostly cloudy on Sunday. Winds should reach a modest high of 14 mph on Thursday, while today will be quieter. 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.


GP3 champion Anthoine Hubert converted his pole position into a maiden Formula 2 victory in the Monaco sprint race, surviving two safety cars and a late-race charge from Louis Deletraz. The two safety car stints occurred in the first six laps of the race, with Luca Ghiotto involved on both occasions. Ghiotto, who finished the feature race second but was disqualified for his team using a too-thin rack stop, started the race last and had two overtaking manoeuvres attempts end in contact. He went side by side with Tatiana Calderon at Mirabeau, leaving the latter in the wall, and then tried to dive down the inside of Mahaveer Raghunathan at the hairpin, taking himself and the Indian out as well. Both SC stints lasted just one lap and Hubert kept the lead from fellow front-row starter Deletraz without any issues. The gap between the duo stayed around one second but Deletraz for most of the race, with the Swiss racer only closing in for the last few laps. Deletraz was all over Hubert at the Nouvelle Chicane and while the Frenchman locked up twice, he took the corner without cutting it on every occasion. Hubert's win was still in doubt at the final corner as a poor exit allowed Deletraz to go side by side with the Frenchman, only for Hubert to hang on in a photo finish. Virtuosi's Guan Yu Zhou was under pressure from Artem Markelov for the entire race but held off the Russian for the second podium of his rookie campaign, less than a second behind Hubert at the chequered flag. Markelov's return to F2 culminated in two top-six results as he followed up his sixth place on Friday with a fourth on Saturday. Campos Racing's Dorian Boccolacci couldn't keep up with the top four but didn't lose any places, despite being closely followed by Nobuharu Matsushita and then Sergio Sette Camara after Matsushita dropped down the order. Sette Camara took sixth ahead of the ARTs of Nyck de Vries and Nikita Mazepin. Matsushita missed out on points in ninth, with Nicholas Latifi settling for 10th. Ralph Boschung's Trident stopped while running seventh, while his teammate Giuliano Alesi was hit twice by Sean Gelael in a single lap, and retired at the Nouvelle Chicane. ClaDriverTeamLapsTime 1 Anthoine Hubert Arden International 30 - 2 Louis Deletraz Carlin 30 0.0 3 Guanyu Zhou UNI-Virtuosi 30 0.9 4 Artem Markelov MP Motorsport 30 2.4 5 Dorian Boccolacci Campos Racing 30 13.6 6 Sergio Sette Camara DAMS 30 16.3 7 Nyck de Vries ART Grand Prix 30 16.9 8 Nikita Mazepin ART Grand Prix 30 17.3 9 Nobuharu Matsushita Carlin 30 18.7 10 Nicholas Latifi DAMS 30 19.3 View full results


The Heat and Thunder never came close to making a deal involving Chris Paul , tweets Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. Miami was pursuing Russell Westbrook before Oklahoma City agreed to trade him to Houston last week. The focus shifted to a possible deal that would bring Paul to the Heat, but they don't have the same level of enthusiasm about acquiring him that they did for Westbrook. ( Twitter link ). A report today indicates that Oklahoma City is pessimistic about its chances of moving Paul and may keep him on the roster for the entire season. The Heat were only willing to take on the three years and $124M left on Paul's contract if OKC met certain demands, including the return of Miami's draft picks for 2021 and 2023, Jackson adds. The Heat are reluctant to absorb that much salary because it would restrict their flexibility for the summer of 2021. There's more from South Florida: Miami's next chance to add a star could come if Bradley Beal turns down an extension offer from the Wizards, according to Jackson ( Twitter link ). He suggests the Heat will be among the teams contacting Washington about Beal if they don't reach an agreement. Beal will become eligible for the extension, which would pay him $111M over three seasons, on July 26. Jackson notes that the Wizards have turned aside all trade offers involving Beal so far, but he will become a free agent in 2021 without the extension. Some of the Heat's expiring contracts don't look so bad after this summer's spending and may prove to be valuable trade assets, writes Ira Winderman of The Sun Sentinel . Kelly Olynyk and James Johnson both have 2020-21 player options, but Winderman states that Olynyk might opt out of his $13.2M salary in view of this year's market. Johnson is more likely to opt in for $16M because of his age. Dion Waiters , Goran Dragic and Meyers Leonard have expiring deals with no options and are all expected to be trade chips. Frustrated by jokes over his body last season, Waiters showed off his leaner, stronger physique in an Instragram post Monday, relays an ESPN story . Waiters admits to being in a "dark place mentally & physically" during the past season as he tried to shake off the effects of an ankle injury.


New England Patriots running back Sony Michel underwent a knee procedure recently on the same knee he injured in college at Georgia, but all signs continue to point to him being fully healthy by the start of the season. Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports that Michel is making good progress since the knee scope earlier this offseason, and Michel has been able to run "full tilt." Multiple sources say that Sony Michel is progressing quickly since his most recent arthroscopic knee surgery and has been running full tilt. The 2nd year RB has also been spending considerable time at @TB12sports like so many before   and after   have/will. #Patriots   Michael Giardi (@MikeGiardi) June 23, 2019 Michel missed three games last season but was outstanding during the playoffs. He rushed for more than 300 yards and scored six touchdowns in three postseason games and was a huge reason for New England's success. Michel sustained another knee injury late last season that had the potential to be serious , but that was not the case. Because of his history, the Patriots will likely play it safe with Michel during the offseason and manage his reps.


Los Angeles Clippers forward Ekpe Udoh went above and beyond for one of his teammates during Game 4 of the team's first-round playoff matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. While he was sitting on the bench Udoh decided to play janitor. Clippers forward Matt Barnes spit on the Spurs' home court and immediately afterwards Udoh was seen cleaning it up.


Have you visited all of the major sites in the nation's capital, but overlooked the surrounding cities you might have flown into? Baltimore, Maryland, might be the prime spot for your next visit to the Washington, D.C., area. Baltimore is itself a historic city, the second-largest seaport in the Mid-Atlantic and at one time the second leading port of entry for immigrants to the U.S. Famous residents have included Edgar Allan Poe, Frederick Douglass, Billie Holiday and Babe Ruth. The city has 72 designated historic districts, distinct cultural enclaves representing Baltimore's diverse urban landscape, which has earned Baltimore the nickname "city of neighborhoods". Today, Baltimore is also home to Johns Hopkins University and its world-renowned hospital. Maryland blue crabs fill the local crab shacks, along with some of the trendiest culinary destinations, including the bakery behind the Food Network's "Ace of Cakes." Baseball fans will find the Baltimore Orioles in their iconic ballpark at Camden Yards. It's more doable than you think. According to travel site Skyscanner , there are plenty of flights from Cleveland to Baltimore in the next few months, and the prices aren't too shabby. So if you're looking for a change of scenery, here are some deals to put on your to-do list. (Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in the articles may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Prices and availability are subject to change.) Flight deals to Baltimore The cheapest flights between Cleveland and Baltimore are if you leave on May 30 and return from Maryland on June 2. American Airlines currently has tickets for $161, roundtrip. Top Baltimore hotels To plan your accommodations, here are some of Baltimore's top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction. The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront (700 Aliceanna St.) If you're looking to treat yourself, consider The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront . The hotel has a 4.8-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $179. Set in the heart of Baltimore, this hotel is close to the Pier Six Concert Pavilion and the National Aquarium in Baltimore, as well as the American Visionary Art Museum. Additional attractions include the USS Constellation, the Fell's Point pub district and the shops at Harborplace. The Hilton Baltimore (401 W. Pratt St.) There's also the 4.4-star rated The Hilton Baltimore . Rooms are currently set at $135/night. This downtown Baltimore hotel is located adjacent to Oriole Park at Camden Yards and very close to the USS Constellation, the Hippodrome Theatre and the M&T Bank Stadium. Other attractions include the National Aquarium in Baltimore and the shops at Harborplace. The hotel is directly connected to the Baltimore Convention Center via an indoor walkway. Top picks for dining and drinking Don't miss Baltimore's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings. The Food Market (1017 W. 36th St.) One of Baltimore's most popular restaurants is The Food Market , which has an average of 4.8 stars out of five reviews on Skyscanner. "Chef Chad's menu is, to say the least, stunning," wrote visitor Charles. "Service is great. Excellence." G&M Restaurant (804 N. Hammonds Ferry Road) Another popular dining destination is G&M Restaurant , with 4.7 stars from 11 reviews. At G&M Restaurant & Lounge, we use only the finest ingredients available. Come enjoy our complete selection of seafood, sandwiches, Greek specialties, and authentic Italian and American cuisine. Top Baltimore attractions To round out your trip, Baltimore offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are some top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews. Wockenfuss Candies (6831 Harford Road) The top-rated visitor attraction in Baltimore, according to Skyscanner, is Wockenfuss Candies . Wockenfuss Candies is proud to be one of the oldest candy makers in Baltimore. They are a family owned business that is now in its fifth generation of candy making. It all started for when Herman Charles Wockenfuss was born in 1875 in West Prussia, Germany. Maryland Science Center (601 Light St.) Maryland Science Center is another popular destination. Maryland Science Center features interactive exhibits that focus on physics, marine biology and astronomy. Among the most popular recent exhibits were three-dimensional nebula models and a giant meteor hanging from the ceiling of the main hall. Of more local interest is the Chesapeake Bay estuary exhibit, which features several tanks of live creatures. Packages that include tickets to the IMAX are available. "Great interactive and educational place to bring the family out to," wrote visitor Justin. "They have some of the coolest hands-on installations here." The American Visionary Art Museum (800 Key Highway) Finally, spend some time at The American Visionary Art Museum . The American Visionary Art Museum is a unique, critically acclaimed art venue and a great stop for any visitor to Baltimore. The museum hosts shows organized by theme rather than by artist and strives to step out of the accepted art canon displayed at many American museums. The U.S. Congress unanimously voted the American Visionary Art Museum "the official national education center, repository and museum for self-taught, intuitive artistry." This story was created automatically using flight, hotel, and local attractions data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Wall Street is busy betting whether Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will cut interest rates later this month. But CNBC's Jim Cramer is turning his attention to the looming earnings season as investors try to gauge the central bank's move. "I'm not saying the Fed doesn't matter," the "Mad Money" host said Monday, after the major averages all retreated between 0.43% and 0.78%. "I will be watching him like a hawk, or maybe a dovish hawk, when he speaks to Congress this week. However, I think far too many people are misreading the Fed here and, more important, they are misreading the moment." The business cycle is tricky, but investors already know that a slowdown is happening, Cramer said. After tanking the market with a misguided interest rate hike in December, Powell has become more flexible and data dependent, and that's important, the host added. The action on Wall Street has cleared a way for investors to buy high quality stocks like PepsiCo for cheap, Cramer said. The beverage conglomerate on Tuesday will kick off the coming frenzy of quarterly earnings reports from publicly trade companies. "Thanks to the endless and sometimes pointless guessing game on Wall Street, you get a sweet deal on all sorts of terrific stocks," he said. "Just remember: We don't need a rate cut for this market to work, we just need the Fed to exercise some common sense." Using PepsiCo as an example, Cramer told viewers what to look for in picking stocks and how to capitalize on other's mistakes: Look at the stock's performance and valuation Shares of PepsiCo are up about 20% this year. On an apples-to-apples basis, Cramer noted, the equity is trading at about 24-times earnings, which is high compared to the average stock on the S&P 500 at 18-times earnings. "Makes sense. PepsiCo is one of the most consistent, well-run companies on earth," Cramer said. Look at the dividend PepsiCo's 2.9% dividend yield is "pretty darn attractive at a time when the 10-year Treasury only gives you about 2%," Cramer said. Look at the fundamentals PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta, who assumed the role after Indra Nooyi stepped down in October, is focused on boosting sales around the globe. Cramer said that can be done with the new products the company has introduced. "I think the new products matter. Ingenuity matters. It's a heck of a lot more important than what he'll hear from Jay Powell," Cramer said. "We will not want to pay attention to Jay Powell. We want to pay attention to the conference call of what PepsiCo has to say." Look at gross margin Gross margin is defined by what the company makes minus the cost of goods sold. Cramer said he expects to hear that PepsiCo's raw costs have come down. "They've been growing consistently ... but, you know, now that the economy's kind of cooled of, I think some of those trends are going to begin to reverse, which could allow PEP to deliver a nice upside forecast," Cramer said. Look at the cost of the dollar Cramer said PepsiCo is vulnerable to the strong dollar, however the host thinks it's baked into its roughly $132 share price. "Nobody expects Pepsi will gain from the currency," he said. "Everyone expects it will lose, so we're putting that in the 'so what' category." Look at the overall direction of the stock market Cramer urged viewers not to listen to what the pundits say. "What matters to us? Simple: If PepsiCo beats all of these benchmarks and its stock gets pulled down by the weakness in the averages because of the endless Fed chatter, then you should think about buying the stock," he said. Read more from Jim Cramer and other top money experts Questions for Cramer? Call Cramer: 1-800-743-CNBC Want to take a deep dive into Cramer's world? Hit him up! Mad Money Twitter - Jim Cramer Twitter - Facebook - Instagram Questions, comments, suggestions for the "Mad Money" website? madcap@cnbc.com


When you first start dating someone you're really into, every convo feels exciting and special-hours pass in what feel like minutes, and minutes feel like seconds. But several months (or heck, several dinners) in, once you've gotten to know your partner on a truly intimate level, you might feel like you've run out of questions to ask them. You're not doomed... but you do want to proactively turn that boring conversation upside down. Because no matter how long you've been with your partner, keeping those deep, riveting talks alive and well is incredibly important for a happy relationship. Take it from Terri Orbuch, PhD, author of 5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage From Good to Great and professor at Oakland University in Michigan, who has been following a set of over 370 couples for the past 30 years. "One trait of the happy couples [I've studied] is that they are intimately familiar with each other's inner lives and social worlds," she says. Talking is, of course, the number one way to do that. But… where do you start? Not with rehashing your morning run, venting over your to-do list, or bringing up concerns about your kids, says Orbuch. Instead, go for "the type of questions you used to ask when you first met each other" - think: less office politics and weekend plans, and more hopes and dreams. These types of inquiries not only spark meaningful chats (that can, btw, re-create that first date, falling-in-love feeling), but you'll also discover different sides of your S.O. and deepen your connection, no matter how long you've been dating. So next time you're with your partner, swap out the old "How was your day?" with one of these expert-backed questions to ask your boyfriend (or girlfriend): If you've been dating less than a year... 1. "Besides your parents, who shaped you the most during your childhood and teens?" This question will give you insight into the most important people in your partner's life, which might not always be obvious, says Women's Health advisor "Dr. Chloe" Carmichael, PhD, a clinical psychologist in New York City and author of Dr. Chloe's 10 Commandments of Dating . 2. "What's the angriest you've ever been?" Talking about emotions and what triggers them will always lead to an intimate conversation. Dr. Chloe recommends this Q to better understand what gets your boyfriend fired up. 3. "What are the telltale signs that you're stressed, that no one else would know?" Dr. Chloe recommends this question as a way to get insight into how your partner copes when things aren't going well. Once you know, you can share your own signs and be better, more supportive partners for each other when the going gets tough. 4. "What are your guilty pleasures?" This is a fun chance to find out how your partner likes to indulge, and what might be a little embarrassing to them. Whether it's bad reality TV or sour gummy worms, you'll usually get a look at what comforts your person or reminds them of their childhood. 5. "Who was your first love, and why did it end?" Dr. Chloe suggests this question to help you understand your boyfriend's relationship history. How he answers will show you what he values in a partnership and what behaviors are most hurtful to him. (That's super valuable intel, btw.) 6. "When you were a child, what did you hope to be when you grew up? Why?" This one is a classic for a reason. Talking about hopes and dreams-even if they've totally changed-makes you feel bonded to your S.O. (and them to you). And it shows you what they were interested in as a kid, a time you (likely) didn't know them. 7. "When's the last time you cried?" This question can help your boyfriend open up about the things that make him emotional. Whether they were happy, sad, or angry tears, you'll learn what makes them feel the feels, notes Dr. Chloe. 8. "What's the biggest lie you've ever told?" This line is bound to lead to an interesting conversation-one that may reveal what's worth a fib to your partner and whether or not they regret being dishonest. Of course, they may not actually cop to their biggest lie, but whatever they do admit counts. Gallery: 11 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Engaged (POPSUGAR) If You've Been Hot And Heavy For Over A Year: 1. "If you won the lottery, where would you travel and why?" "This tells you all about your partner's dreams for adventure and travel," Orbuch says. Plus, it's a fun opener that gives you a deeper look into their psyche without getting too intense from the get-go. 2. "If you could be anywhere in the world right this moment, where would you be and what would you be doing?" "We want our partners to be authentically curious about who we are on our deepest levels," says relationship expert and psychotherapist Gin Love Thompson, PhD. But asking your significant other to share his or her innermost thoughts and desires over appetizers can be a little, well, intense. "Keep it light and fun while increasing the energy and excitement by starting a heavier chat with an icebreaker question like this," Thompson says. 3. "Remember when we [insert sexy memory here]?" Count on sex to always spice things up. "Tell your partner the intimate moments you've enjoyed most, and ask them to share their most memorable with you," says Thompson. "Then, together, bounce around ideas of new tantalizing adventures you would both delight in." Not only will this liven up pillow talk, it'll also help reinforce that you're still hot for each other (and always will be). 4. "What makes you feel connected or disconnected to me during sex [or the day-to-day]?" Sometimes a level of directness can help you go deeper-especially when it comes to the most intimate parts of your relationship. "I hear all day from couples that they harbor a sense of disconnection that they often don't say out loud," says Brandy Engler, PsyD, a relationship therapist in Los Angeles. "These kinds of questions help people put words to what they want and how they want to feel-it taps into your core longings." Getting this direct might feel awkward at first, Engler says, but ultimately, talking about things that divide you will bring you closer. 5. "If you were able to work in any other job for a year, what would it be?" "This is a fun question that reveals what your partner thinks about, as well as their challenges and values," Orbuch says. (Which are all evolving things, at least for most people.) "It also might reveal what your partner was thinking about when they were younger-dreaming about what they would be and do as they got older." Not only do questions like this open up the conversation to what your S.O. is secretly dreaming about, they also help you revisit a part of their past you might not have talked about in those early days. 6. "What's stressing you out the most this week?" With this question, "you'll find out what keeps your partner up at night," Orbuch says. Whether it's a small annoyance with a coworker or a more serious issue, these worries define what stresses your boyfriend or girlfriend out. "When you are familiar with your partner's present challenges, you know what is troubling them and you are better able to cope with their emotions," Orbuch explains. "You're better able to help them if needed, which creates a deeper bond." 7. "What's your biggest goal for the next 10 years?" Aside from sharing your dreams and ambitions, this question also helps you start a conversation about compatibility-how similar are your goals, do the futures you envision look similar? "It helps figure out where they think they are in the arc of life," Orbuch says. While this is a great Q to ask early on in a relationship, it's also one to go back to as things get more serious, since their aspirations could change. 8. "What is the one thing you want to be remembered for?" Like those questions you probably asked in the early days of getting to know each other, this question helps you discuss your underlying values, Orbuch says. "You find out how your partner defines themselves-how they see themselves," she says. "This says, 'I really want to know you better and I'm paying attention to who you are'"-something that your other half can forget when things become a little routine. 9. "How are you?" It sounds overly simplistic, but "one of the deepest questions we can ask our partner-when done with sincerity and an intensive listening ear-is 'How are you?'" says Thompson. When you ask this, make eye contact and don't interrupt - it's as much about the listening as asking the question. "In the ultra fast-paced world we live in daily, we can lose sight of what our significant other is encountering on a personal level, be it at work, with the kids, or among family and friends," Thompson explains. The conversation can go to depths you'd never expect. "This is an act of love, and this support can enhance all areas of your relationship." So ask it today, and ask it often. MSN are empowering Women In Sport this summer. Find out more about our campaign and the charity fighting to promote the transformational and lifelong rewards of exercise for women and girls in the UK here . Gallery: 'The Notebook' 15th anniversary: The most romantic movie moments ever (USA TODAY)


A day or two before he was found injured in his New York jail cell, Jeffrey Epstein was served with legal papers in connection with a lawsuit brought by a woman who has accused him of having raped her when she was 15, according to court documents. NBC News reported on July 24 that Epstein, 66, a convicted sex offender who is charged with one count of sex trafficking conspiracy and one count of sex trafficking, had been discovered semiconscious in a fetal position , with marks on his neck, in his cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan. The New York County Sheriff's Office said in an affidavit that it served Epstein in person with the papers on July 22. The affidavit doesn't specify what papers were served, but it was filed in connection with a lawsuit brought by Jennifer Araoz, who told NBC News this month that she was 14 years old when she was recruited outside her New York City high school to provide sexual massages for Epstein. A year later, she said, "he raped me, forcefully raped me." A subpoena included in the court files seeks to compel Epstein to turn over a list of all people who worked for him from 2000 through 2003, as well as logs of all people who visited him at his New York home during the same period. The lawsuit, filed in state Supreme Court in New York County, seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages alleging that Epstein committed sexual assault, sexual battery and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress against Araoz, who is now 32. Epstein, a multimillionaire financier, has pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges and remains held without bail . Three unnamed co-respondents are included with Epstein in Araoz's lawsuit, all of whom it says are women who worked for him in New York. They are identified only as "the recruiter," "the secretary" and "the maid." The suit alleges that "the recruiter" began approaching Araoz during the first semester of her freshman year, when she was 14, outside her high school. The woman told Araoz that Epstein was a "nice guy" who was very wealthy and took care of her and her family, according to the suit. The suit alleges that the woman proposed that Araoz meet Epstein, saying it could "benefit her." Araoz agreed, and she was eventually taken to meet Epstein at his home on East 71st Street, it says. "The room had marble floors with extremely high ceilings, mahogany wood with deep reds, and was filled with exotic, even endangered animals, including a giraffe and other rare specimens," it says. "There were skins covering parts of the floor with more exotic animals." Epstein gave Araoz $300 as a gift during that first visit, the lawsuit alleges. Within a couple of days, "the recruiter" took Araoz back to visit Epstein, who gave her a digital camera this time, according to the lawsuit. Araoz began visiting once or twice a week, each time being given $300, the suit says. After about a month, Araoz and Epstein met alone, the lawsuit says, alleging that he told her: "You're beautiful," "I'll bet your body is incredible" and "In order to help you with your modeling career, I will need to see your body." The lawsuit says Araoz agreed to give Epstein a massage wearing only her underpants because "she felt intimidated" and "did as she was told." After 20 to 25 minutes, Epstein turned over and began performing a sexual act on himself, it says. Araoz continued to return to Epstein's house for similar encounters, which the lawsuit characterizes as "horribly abusive sexual assaults of a child." Over time, the encounters "became more aggressive and escalated," continuing into the first semester of her sophomore year, it says. She would be given $300 each time, it says. Eventually, during the fall semester of Araoz's sophomore year, when she was 15 years old, Epstein raped her without using a condom, the lawsuit says. Araoz, determined never to see Epstein again, transferred to a different high school, the lawsuit says. In 2008, Epstein pleaded guilty in Florida to procuring a person younger than 18 for prostitution and felony solicitation of prostitution. He served a 13-month sentence in a Florida county jail and was granted a federal non-prosecution agreement by the office of then-U.S. attorney for Miami, Alex Acosta, who resigned as U.S. labor secretary this month as criticism of the plea agreement grew ever louder.


Team Giudice needed three more days   and they got it. Lawyers representing Joe Giudice of Montville requested and received, unopposed, three extra days to file an opening brief in federal court as the star of Bravo's "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" appeals his deportation order, according to court records. It was the second request for more time. An "extension of time to file opening brief" was granted on June 7 for an extra month. It was previously due June 12. The brief is now due Thursday, July 18. Joe Giudice, husband of star Teresa Giudice, has been battling to remain in the United States following his conviction and 48-month sentence for tax fraud. An immigration court ruled in October 2018 that Giudice is to be deported back to Italy upon the completion of his federal sentence. More: RHONJ's Jim Marchese: My son is too young to say if he's gay or not More: RHONJ: Where the Real Housewives of New Jersey went on their Jersey Shore trip The government can deport anyone who is not a U.S. citizen if they commit a crime. Giudice was brought from Italy to the United States by his parents when he was a 1-year old and he never became a citizen. Giudice's team filed a petition in federal court after the immigration court ruled that he must go and that's where the case is now, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Philadelphia. Giudice was granted permission in May to remain in the U.S. by a federal court as he appeals his deportation order. He previously had a stay of removal. Also, a motion for 27 former immigration judges to argue on Giudice's behalf was also granted. Noted Jersey lawyer Michael Critchley recently joined Team Giudice, according to court records. He recently represented Bridget Anne Kelly in the Bridgegate trial. Kelly was the deputy chief of staff to former Gov. Chris Christie who infamously said "Time for some traffic problems in Fort Lee" in an email. Giudice is in ICE custody at Clinton Hill Correctional in Pennsylvania. Teresa Giudice will appear Friday, July 19 at the Pool After Dark at Harrah's in Atlantic City. Visit thepoolafterdark.com for tickets or more info. Chris Jordan, a Jersey Shore native, covers entertainment and features for the USA Today Network New Jersey. His multiple awards include recognition for stories on both Bruce Springsteen and Snooki. Contact him at @chrisfhjordan; cjordan@app.com. This article originally appeared on North Jersey Record: RHONJ: Joe Giudice's lawyers granted three-day extension in deportation appeal


A record number of Texans will hit the road this Memorial Day weekend as gasoline prices drop. AAA estimates that 3 million Texas plan to drive to a weekend destination, the highest number on record and a 3.5 percent jump from last year. That number exceeds last year's figure by nearly 100,000 people, the travel agency said. Nationally 37.6 million Americans will drive to a Memorial Day destination, the most on record for the holiday and 3.5 percent more than last year. RELATED: Texas, other states look to boost fees on EV's to fund highway maintenance Those who drive will enjoy atypically cheap gasoline prices for the Memorial Day weekend despite the fact that gasoline stocks remain lower compared to this time one year ago. WTI oil prices fell by more than 5 percent Thursday settling at $57.91 and closing out at their worst trading day of the year as demand concerns grew amid increasing global supply. Prices picked up Friday morning and were trading at $58.76. FUEL FIX: Get energy news sent to your inbox daily Average Texas gasoline prices stood at $2.56 per a gallon Friday, down 20 cents from a year ago when prices were at $2.76 heading into Memorial Day 2018, according to AAA. In Houston average gasoline prices were at $2.59 per a gallon, down from $2.76 a year ago as well. AAA said the worst times to travel for traffic in Houston will be between 2:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Sunday May 26. Another 267, 000 Texans will fly to their destination and another 161,500 will take a bus or train, according to AAA. Total travel volume in Texas is expected to jump by 3.6 percent compared to last year.


When you think of Brooks Koepka, it's logical to think of his prodigious game off the tee. Or perhaps his precision iron play (he ranked first in greens in regulation on Saturday during the third round of the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational). But what often goes overlooked is that Koepka knows how to make his way around and on the greens, and it was those skills that propelled him to victory at the WGC event in Memphis by three over Webb Simpson. Sure, Koepka averaged 309.1 yards to rank fourth in the field at TPC Southwind with his 10.5-degree TaylorMade M5 driver with a Mitsubishi Diamana White D+ 70 TX shaft. Koepka used the M3 460 model earlier in the year but switched to the company's M5 at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. And yes, he ranked T-8 in greens in regulation (including hitting his first 17 greens during Saturday's third round) with his Mizuno's JPX 919 Tour irons with Golf Pride Tour Velvet cord grips. The irons boast a design where the topline is selectively thinned and the mass that's saved is relocated in the toe and sole to provide added forgiveness. But it was Kopeka's work with his Scotty Cameron by Titleist Newport 2 SLT 10, a putter with a teryllium insert that is similar to what Tiger Woods used to win the 1997 Masters, that provided him a boost on Sunday. Koepka led in strokes gained/putting at TPC Southwind, gaining more than nine strokes on the field in the process, including nearly four strokes on Sunday alone, aided by a 20-footer for birdie on No. 6 and a 12-footer for birdie on No. 17. Koepka also led the field in scrambling, converting more than 90 percent of his opportunities (11 of 12). A bomber? Sure. But when it comes to Koepka, he's a bomber with a complete skill set. What Brooks Koepka had in the bag at the 2019 WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Driver: TaylorMade M5 (Mitsubishi Diamana White Board D + 70), 10.5 degrees 3-wood: TaylorMade M2 2017, 16.5 degrees Irons (3): Nike Vapor Fly Pro; (4-PW): Mizuno JPX 919 Tour Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM7 (52, 56 degrees); Titleist Vokey SM4 TVD (60 degrees) Putter: Scotty Cameron by Titleist Newport 2 SLT 10 See the video.


GILROY (KPIX 5)   With the Gilroy Garlic Festival grounds still technically a crime scene with restricted access, some residents on Monday were trying to get by without cell phones, purses and even vehicles over a week after the deadly incident. Many Garlic Festival survivors were also dealing with the added stress of two more mass shootings over the weekend. Gilroy Garlic Festival Shooting: Continuing Coverage "It's weird. It feels like this hasn't really like ended you know?" said San Jose resident Cecilia Raynes, who was working a booth as a vendor. The FBI is still sweeping a crime scene that spans over 50 acres at Christmas Hill Park. Three people were killed in the shooting and 13 people were injured. She said she got the run-around while trying to retrieve her car from a Garlic Festival Parking lot. She didn't get the car but she got a major case of stress. "I'm half in a state of shock, and I don't even have my car back and this one hasn't even ended and then it keeps happening." Gilroy Garlic Festival Shooting: How To Help The Victims She went to the victim assistance center being set up at the Wheeler Community Center in Gilroy, where she spoke to the FBI and other officials about her car. But she said it has been a rough week that only got worse with the shootings in El Paso and Dayton. Her feelings are common in the town of Gilroy. Residents are trying to stay strong, but are bending under the emotional stress. "In the last week, we saw 555 people who were feeling the pain of having been through such a traumatic experience. But the intervening events that have happened across the country have just added to that emotional toll that people are feeling," said James Gibbons-Shapiro, an Assistant District Attorney who is managing the victim assistance center. Photo gallery by photo services The center, which opened at Rucker Elementary School last week, was closed Monday so it could be relocated. It will reopen at the Gilroy Library at 350 West Sixth Street on Tuesday. "They don't want to be out on the street, they're afraid," said Lola Ancira, a longtime Gilroy resident who sees a lot from her sitting area on Monterey Street. She says the sidewalks have been emptier than normal in Gilroy. "They are just concerned that something else is going to happen," explained Ancira. For Raynes, it's a sad feeling that others want to just move on. "Just like there's an apathy almost; like, 'You know you, didn't die so…' Like, what the hell? This shouldn't be happening. This shouldn't be happening. It's very disturbing," Raynes said. The victim assistance center will continue to provide emotional counseling at the Wheeler Community Center and Gilroy High School. On Tuesday, the center will be open for people to retrieve personal items left behind when bystanders had to evacuate the Garlic festival. The FBI says there are hundreds of cell phones, purses, strollers and other items people can claim. Counseling in English and Spanish will be available at the center from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Representatives from the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office and law enforcement organizing the return of personal belongings.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Mesa? We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding an apartment in Mesa with a budget of $2,000/month. Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 8161 E. Onza Ave. (Boulder Creek) First, here's a 1,745-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom spot at 8161 E. Onza Ave. that's going for $1,930/month. The residence offers a walk-in closet, carpeted floors and stainless steel appliances. The building features garage parking. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are allowed. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address isn't very walkable, is bikeable and doesn't offer many public transit options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 11158 E. Serafina Ave. Next, check out this 1,769-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence that's located at 11158 E. Serafina Ave. It's listed for $1,950/month. Building amenities include a swimming pool and garage parking. You can also expect to find a dishwasher, a fireplace, carpeted floors and stainless steel appliances in the residence. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has minimal transit options. (See the complete listing here .) 1456 E. Gary St. Located at 1456 E. Gary St., here's a 1,621-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom abode that's listed for $1,950/month. In the unit, you'll find a fireplace. A swimming pool is listed as a building amenity. Animals are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 9038 E. Ivyglen Circle Listed at $1,995/month, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 9038 E. Ivyglen Circle. The building has outdoor space, a swimming pool, garage parking and secured entry. The apartment also has high ceilings and granite countertops. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and doesn't offer many public transit options. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 1652 E. Hope St. Next, there's this three-bedroom, two-bathroom abode situated at 1652 E. Hope St. It's listed for $2,000/month for its 1,838 square feet. The unit comes with a renovated kitchen and a fireplace. The building offers additional storage, outdoor space, garage parking and a swimming pool. Animals are not allowed. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is car-dependent, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options. (See the complete listing here .) Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Mesa . This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.