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Pre-Sturgis events kick off across South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– As South Dakota gets ready to welcome rallygoers, we looked at a couple of pre-rally events this week to help kick off the start of the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the world’s largest biker rally, runs for 10 days every August. This year’s rally takes place August 7–16, 2026. Several pre-celebrations around the state are kicking off this week to help start the rally.
GM Brian Cashman says Yankees tried for Rutschman and Skubal before acquiring Garcia and Ramos
NEW YORK (AP) — General manager Brian Cashman said the Yankees had conversations with the Detroit Tigers about Tarik Skubal and the Baltimore Orioles about Adley Rutschman but could not find a match before Monday’s trade deadline. Instead, the Yankees found other ways to bolster their roster, adding outfielder Heliot Ramos in a three-player trade from the last-place San Francisco Giants a day after acquiring left-handed hitting Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals for four pitchers.
MLB Trade Deadline Live Updates: Phillies Acquire Luis Arraez From Giants
Well folks, the 2026 MLB trade deadline arrived in a big way Saturday night. After two needle-moving trades involving the Braves and Royals, as well as the White Sox and Mariners, the Dodgers made the seismic move many around baseball were anticipating. Los Angeles has acquired ace pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Tigers in exchange for outfield prospect Zyhir Hope, pitching prospect River Ryan and pitching prospect Brady Smith, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Rafaela hits 2 homers as streaking Red Sox take lead in 8th and edge Yamamoto and Dodgers 3-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Andruw Monasterio hit a ground-rule double to lead off the eighth and scored the go-ahead run on Connor Wong’s double-play grounder as the streaking Boston Red Sox edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 on Saturday night. The Red Sox have won four straight, including the first two games of the series against the Dodgers. The Red Sox 13-3 since the All-Star break and 22-4 since the start of July.
Man arrested in May shooting at Lynchburg gaming site
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) took a man into custody Friday, over two months after an attempted robbery turned violent inside a Lynchburg gaming venue. On July 31, LPD arrested Jovaun Adrian Lee, 21, of Washington, D.C., in connection with a May-reported shooting on Memorial Ave.
Buc-ee’s on track to open 2 new stores in August, with more on the way
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Women of Colour Hockey Collective broadens its reach by introducing the game to Jamaican children
When Saroya Tinker began considering where the Women of Colour Hockey Collective should hold its first international clinic to promote the sport and distribute free equipment, one destination stood out: Jamaica. Here was an opportunity to give back for the Canadian-born Tinker and many of her WCHC members who have ancestral ties to the Caribbean nation.
Friday night Appy League highlights and scores: Kingsport punches ticket to league championship game
by: McKenzie Kane Posted: Jul 31, 2026 / 11:15 PM EDT Updated: Jul 31, 2026 / 11:15 PM EDT KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – With a ticket to the league championship game on the line, the top two teams in the Appalachian League West division battled on the diamond Friday night. The Axmen opened up the scoreboard in the bottom of the first off of a sac-fly from Garrett Luett to bring home Trey Jozwiakowski. Carter Geffree padded Kingsport’s lead in the third with a two-run homer to center field.
New private school opening with AI being the teachers
EDMOND, OK (KFOR) — A private school is opening in Oklahoma in just a matter of weeks, where kids won’t be learning from teachers. The school is all driven by artificial intelligence. Many news outlets have already done some reporting on the expansion of these schools, but we are now learning a lot more about how it is being incorporated in the classroom, and why the price of tuition is higher than the most expensive private school in Oklahoma.
Border Patrol says ‘border is closed’ as prosecutors announce 250 new immigration cases
El Paso, Texas (Border Report) — The U.S. Border Patrol’s El Paso Sector is reinforcing its message that “the border is closed” with a new social media video highlighting aerial surveillance along the Southwest border. The latest arrest statistics from U.S. Customs and Border Protection show that along the Southwest border, 71,580 individuals have been arrested between ports of entry as of June of this fiscal year; 12,762 of those arrests happened in the El Paso Sector.
Infantino abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback
FILE – Asia Football Confederation President Salman Bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa, left, poses with FIFA President Gianni Infantino during an inauguration ceremony for the new building of the Asia Football Confederation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018.
Boil water notice issued for Moore Station Original
MOORE STATION, Texas (KETK) – The Henderson County community of Moore Station has issued a boil water notice for all their water supply customers after a main line leak. According to Moore Station Water Supply Corporation, a main line leak lead to a loss in pressure, prompting the corporation to issue a boil water notice for all their customers on Friday.
Florida leprosy cases were at their recorded highest in 2025, state data shows
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Florida cases of Hansen’s disease, also known as leprosy, jumped to a new recorded high in 2025, as shown in state data. Leprosy is a bacterial infection that is typically rare in the United States and comes in various forms that include symptoms like enlarged nerves, raised or flat skin lesions across the body, bumps under the skin, loss of eyebrows or eyelashes, and even blindness.
Chancellor grants 19 college basketball players a 5th season and orders portal open Monday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Nashville chancellor granted a temporary injunction to Jalen Washington and 18 other basketball players Friday giving them a fifth season of eligibility and the NCAA cannot keep any of them out of the transfer portal.
Cameron Young shares 2nd-round lead at Rocket Classic after cooling off to shoot 9-under 61
DETROIT (AP) — Cameron Young birdied seven of his first eight holes in the second round of the Rocket Classic and thought he had a shot at the lowest score in PGA Tour history. “I was thinking 55,” he said. Young cooled off with two birdies on his back nine in a bogey-free round, closing with a Detroit Golf Club-record tying 61 to reach 10 under for the tournament to tie Patrick Cantlay (66) and Patrick Fishburn (66) atop the leaderboard Friday.
Labour’s Bev Craig is elected Greater Manchester mayor to succeed Andy Burnham
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Labour Party candidate Bev Craig was elected mayor of Greater Manchester on Friday, after a vote triggered by the departure of Andy Burnham to become Britain’s prime minister. Craig won 66.3% of the votes in a runoff with Sian Astley from the anti-immigration party Reform UK. “To those that voted for me, thank you,” Craig said after the result was declared. “And for those of you that didn’t vote for me, I will still be your mayor.
Foreign racing team finds heartland hospitality off Rte. 66 in Luther Original
LUTHER, Okla. (KFOR) – The ultimate road trip called The American Solar Challenge is underway right now. Multiple collegiate teams traveling 1,500 miles across America over the course of 8 days in a vehicle powered by solar energy. They started the race last Saturday in Minnesota and they will end it this Saturday in west Texas. Some of those miles take them right through the sooner state along the way, and Thursday night some of the teams found themselves on Route 66 in need of a place to stay.
Utah man arrested in connection with death of his foster child in Beauregard Parish
BEAUREGARD PARISH, La. (KLFY) — A man is charged with murder after the death of his foster child in Beauregard Parish, authorities said. Alberto Marin, 31, of Salt Lake City, Utah, is charged with second degree murder and obstruction of justice in connection with the death on Sunday of 18-month-old Melanie Trahan. According to a release by that Louisiana Department of Child and Family Services, Trahan entered state custody on June 25, and was placed in the certified foster home of Marin.
Blair County police to host ‘Night Out Against Crime’ with fireworks, free prizes
DUNCANSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Blair County Sheriff’s Office is inviting the community to its 40th Annual Night Out Against Crime this Tuesday, Aug. 4, featuring fireworks and free prizes. The event, held at the Duncansville Antique Depot, will begin with a parade at 6 p.m. and end with fireworks at 9 p.m. Brumbaugh Fireworks Display Inc. will provide the fireworks.
WATCH: Officers storm jail cell of mom accused of killing her kids, burying them in suitcases
CLEVELAND (WJW) – Video obtained by Nexstar’s WJW shows Cuyahoga County corrections officers storming the jail cell of a woman accused of killing two of her children. Aaliyah Henderson faces murder charges on allegations that she killed the children and buried them in suitcases. Body camera video showed officers outside Henderson’s cell last month trying to take her to court. “Are you going to put your hands through the chute, ma’am, so we can escort you to court?” one officer said.
Indonesia arrests Malaysia Airlines pilot for smuggling drugs into Jakarta
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian authorities said Friday they have arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of smuggling of more than 26 kilograms (57 pounds) of ecstasy and a package of methamphetamine shortly after he landed in Jakarta ’s international airport.
Sponsored Content: Be Sure To Stay Up To Date On All The Events Happening At Least Of These Food Pantry
Angela Hudson, with Least of These Food Pantry, stops by with updates on all that’s happening at the pantry this Fall. Sponsored content disclaimer: The information and advice displayed in this story are those of individual sponsors and guests and not Nexstar Media Group, inc. Want to stay up to date and involved with Unscripted? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or click below!
Trump takes his Cabinet to Camp David, a secluded retreat with a history of high-stakes talks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is taking Friday’s Cabinet meeting on the road — to the Camp David presidential retreat in Maryland, a rustic backdrop for sessions that have come to be known for being overly long and consumed by administration officials’ endless praise for their boss.
Oprah Winfrey says she will close her school for girls in South Africa next year
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Oprah Winfrey says she will close the school for underprivileged girls she set up in South Africa two decades ago at the end of next year. Winfrey opened the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in 2007 after being inspired by conversations with former South African President Nelson Mandela about the transformative power of educating girls. He was among the guests at the school’s opening ceremony.
City of Charleston launches website to track flood mitigation projects
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston residents now have a new online resource to track flood mitigation projects underway across the city. The City of Charleston and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have launched Resilient Charleston, a website serving as a central hub for information on flood protection and drainage improvement efforts.
Pulte lingers as intel chief while senators say it’s time for ‘the temp’ to move on
Bill Pulte may be out of a job, but he hasn’t walked out the door. The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Jay Clayton to be the new director of national intelligence (DNI), replacing Pulte in a role President Trump said he would only be in temporarily. But the White House has bucked the practice of swiftly swearing in the newly confirmed official within hours of their vote, leaving Clayton waiting for several days.
An Australian jury convicts British entertainer Yung Filly of assault as he weeps in court
PERTH, Australia (AP) — An Australian jury convicted the British social media celebrity and rapper Yung Filly on Friday of assaulting a fan following a music performance two years ago, but did not find him guilty of allegations that he raped and choked her. The 30-year-old entertainer, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, wept after the verdicts were delivered in the District Court of Western Australia state in Perth.
Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard dies in Dublin motorcycle crash
by: The Associated Press Posted: Jul 29, 2026 / 08:41 AM EDT Updated: Jul 29, 2026 / 09:52 AM EDT DUBLIN (AP) — Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin early Wednesday, his management said. He was 56. ATC Management told broadcaster RTE Hansard’s family was “deeply shocked and heartbroken” by his death.
South bests North in District 10 All-Star Softball Game
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Peter Malnati shoots 9-under 61, takes early lead in 8th and final Rocket Classic in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Peter Malnati has missed more cuts than he has made on the PGA Tour this season, filling his head with doubts about his game. He just got quite a confidence boost. Malnati shot a career-best, 9-under 61 to tie a tournament record in the first round of the final Rocket Classic on Thursday, giving him a two-shot lead. When Malnati stood on the first tee, his caddie suggested leaving the driver in his bag to play it safe and set up a solid start.
5 states selected as finalists for nuclear innovation hubs
(NEXSTAR) – The U.S. Department of Energy announced this week five states are in the running to host “Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses.” Among 26 state applications, Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Idaho were picked as finalists. “These campuses would have the potential to be used for research, development, piloting of fuel manufacturing, upgrading, test reactors, all the way through the reprocessing and long-term storage,” Energy Under Secretary Kyle Haustveit said.
Easy Street Animal Shelter seeks home for Reba
SAINT JO (KFDX/KJTL) — Easy Street Animal Shelter has another puppy looking for a fur-ever home. Meet Reba! She was brought to the shelter as a stray and has struggled to find a home ever since. She is a playful animal who comes housebroken and crate-trained. Even though she is dog-selective, she loves people. While she loves children, they would need to be a bit older, not young children. If there are any other dogs, Reba would need to be around them first to determine if she likes them.
National Guard officer forged records and stole public money to facilitate secret second marriage
A National Guard officer carried out a secret second marriage to a woman he met while posted in Mongolia, using a government travel card and forged documents to facilitate the double life, U.S. prosecutors allege. Maj. Collin Welch, 40, pleaded guilty Tuesday to stealing about $54,000 in government money and inducing the Mongolian woman and her daughter to remain in the U.S. unlawfully. He’s awaiting sentencing in U.S. District Court in Washington.
Nickelodeon takeover extended at the New Children’s Museum
Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 01:16 PM PDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 01:17 PM PDT Video: Nickelodeon at Comic-Con SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Missed the Nickelodeon activation outside San Diego Comic-Con? Well, The New Children’s Museum has extended the Nickelodeon takeover by popular demand so the kids can create SpongeBob-inspired art, play with slime and bubbles, take themed photo ops and more through the weekend. The New Children’s Museum is located in downtown San Diego at 200 W Island Ave.
AG Coleman upholds convictions in Crystal Rogers case
by: Jana Garrett Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 03:05 PM CDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 03:05 PM CDT HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Attorney General Russell Coleman is asking Kentucky’s appellate courts to uphold the convictions of two men sentenced for their involvement in the disappearance and death of Crystal Rogers. Officials say Rogers, a Bardstown mother of five, was last seen alive on July 3, 2015. A Kentucky judge and juries sentenced Steve Lawson, 55, to a 17-year sentence.
Man pleads guilty to murder linked to Smith County 2017 robbery plot Original
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — One of three men indicted for a 2017 Smith County shooting will begin a 30-year sentence after pleading guilty to murder on Thursday. Arrest documents revealed that deputies were dispatched to an area inside the Eagle Creek Mobile Home Park on Highway 271 on Sept. 17, 2017, after a woman called first responders that her son had been shot.
Cuts to Illinois school mental health programs blocked
by: Brian Weckerly Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 02:55 PM CDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 02:55 PM CDT A federal judge stepped in to protect school mental health programs serving more than 50,000 Illinois students. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of 15 states secured a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump administration from cutting congressionally-approved mental health grants.
Royals lefty Noah Cameron has a no-hitter broken up by the Twins’ Ryan Jeffers to start the 7th
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kansas City Royals left-hander Noah Cameron took a no-hitter into the seventh inning on Thursday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins before Ryan Jeffers broke it up with a leadoff single. Cameron threw only 72 pitches through six innings with two walks and five strikeouts, with little solid contact by the Twins.
Sheffield High School to add new performance arts classes Original
SHEFFIELD, Ala. (WHNT) – Sheffield City Schools announced that both the high school and the junior high school will offer performance art classes in the 2026-27 school year. According to Lisa Rickman with SCS, Laci New will begin teaching showchoir and choral music classes at Sheffield High and Sheffield Junior High. New has a vast background in choral music, showchoir and theater. She has also taught elementary music at Waterloo and Rogers schools.
Will cyclospora spike again? Expert warns diarrhea parasite may spread through summer
(NEXSTAR) – While the largest cyclospora outbreak appears to be winding down, others with unknown sources keep popping up. Cyclospora, a parasite that’s now infamous for causing “explosive” diarrhea, among other symptoms, is often traced back to tainted produce. U.S. health officials are actively investigating five outbreaks that don’t currently have an identified source, so it’s not clear what food may be spreading the parasite around.
Father who gave gun to Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to serve 15 years in prison
A man who gave his son the gun he used to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison. Colin Gray’s sentencing comes days after his son, Colt Gray, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in the Sept. 4, 2024, shooting at the school 45 miles (70 kilometers) northeast of Atlanta. Colt Gray, 16, had pleaded guilty to murder and other charges.
Celebrating 20 Years of Trusted Property Management
by: Good Business San Diego (Sponsored Content) Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 11:49 AM PDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 11:49 AM PDT Cambridge Management Group celebrates 20 years of serving San Diego County with full-service property management, maintenance, and renovation solutions. The segment shares the company’s family-owned story, offers practical tips for property owners and renters, and discusses how to avoid common rental scams while protecting your investment.
Appeals court rejects the Trump administration’s expansion of mandatory detention for immigrants
The Trump administration cannot deny immigrants detained inside the United States a chance for release on bond, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday. The 2-1 decision by the San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, with a judge appointed by President Donald Trump in the majority, deepened a split between federal appeals courts over the administration’s mandatory detention policy.
Henderson County Deputy resigns following arrest
by: Andrew Newland Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 12:46 PM CDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 12:50 PM CDT HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — A Henderson County Deputy has resigned following his arrest. A release from the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office says former deputy Gary Jones was placed on administrative leave without pay on Sunday. On Thursday, Jones resigned from the sheriff’s office.
RFK Jr. launches ‘Real Food’ cooking show to promote healthy eating
(The Hill) – Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a YouTube show with the aim of teaching Americans how to cook healthy, inexpensive meals.
Senate Republicans block resolution to halt Iran war
Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked a resolution directing President Trump to withdraw U.S. troops from hostilities with Iran, despite growing GOP discomfort over the expansion of the war and the impact it’s having on energy prices. The Senate voted 49-50 to defeat a resolution to discharge a measure out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee directing Trump to halt hostilities against Iran unless they are approved by Congress. Republican Sens.
Social media post showing Bueckers and Reese betting on game ‘missed the mark,’ WNBA says
NEW YORK (AP) — A social media post showing stars Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting $400 on the outcome of a game between their teams “missed the mark,” the WNBA said Thursday. The players won’t be punished for the bet, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation.
OKCPD celebrates first advanced CIRT in the nation
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Healthcare added as a qualifying Industry for Oklahoma Talent Accelerator Original
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Organizations in healthcare are now considered a qualified industry eligible to qualify for Oklahoma’s Talent Accelerator, according to the latest news release from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC). “Healthcare is one of Oklahoma’s most critical industries, and investing in its workforce is essential to meeting the needs of our communities,” said DeDe Smith, OESC Vice President of Workforce Services.
Fridges sold at Home Depot, Amazon recalled after death, fires reported
by: Zach Kaplan Posted: Jul 30, 2026 / 01:15 PM EDT Updated: Jul 30, 2026 / 01:15 PM EDT (NewsNation) — Galanz Americas is recalling more than 120,000 retro fridges following numerous reports of fires and one death, federal regulators announced Thursday. The Galanz-branded retro-style refrigerators were available in four colors nationwide at Home Depot stores and online at Amazon.com for $330 to $520, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
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