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Mason dazzles as Mass Street advances in TBT – KU Sports
Mason’s leadership at point guard helped give the Mass Street motley crew — featuring KU players from a variety of eras, and some who never played for the Jayhawks at all — a sense of cohesion, as well as a bit of offensive ingenuity they had lacked in Wednesday’s pre-tournament scrimmage at Johnson County Community College. He finished with a team-high 20 points and game-high four assists.
Former Jayhawks look to carve out NFL spots as camps get underway – KU Sports
NFL Draft selections Austin Booker (fifth round, Chicago Bears) and Dominick Puni (third round, San Francisco 49ers) face somewhat lower stakes, given that their new teams have more invested in their development. For undrafted free agents Jason Bean, Kenny Logan Jr., Mike Novitsky and Craig Young, though, the weeks ahead could determine whether they have a chance to pursue their professional dreams further as practice-squad additions or perhaps even earn 53-man roster spots.
Timberlake signs to play in Portugal – KU Sports
Former Kansas guard Nick Timberlake has signed to play professional basketball for Portuguese team AD Galomar, his agent Jeff Allen told the Journal-World on Thursday night.
Former KU pitcher Easley signs with Rangers – KU Sports
Easley, who was not drafted, had remaining collegiate eligibility after playing his redshirt junior season with KU in 2024, but will instead choose to take the professional route. He joins catcher and first baseman Ben Hartl, a 14th-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft in Tuesday, as a second Jayhawk acquired by the reigning World Series champions.
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Live Updates: Biden drops out and endorses Kamala Harris, upending 2024 presidential race against Trump
President Biden announced he is dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee — upending the 2024 campaign and embarking Democrats on an unprecedented process to replace him less than four months before the election.
Aubrey Plaza Tore Her ACL Playing Basketball With WNBA Stars
Ouch! Aubrey Plaza sustained a major knee injury while playing a game of “knockout” against WNBA stars in Phoenix, reports said. The White Lotus star’s injury came to light during the WNBA All-Star game Saturday when she was spotted courtside sporting a crutch and icing her knee. An X video from the Seattle Storm includes sports commentator Ryan Ruocco discussing how she sustained the injury. “She came this weekend with a healthy knee. She’s leaving with a torn ACL thanks to a hardy game of knockout at the Mercury practice facility,” Ruocco says in the video. In the video, The White Lotus star can be seen seated with soccer player Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird, a former WNBA star. Plaza was on hand to see Team WNBA beat Team USA 117-109 Saturday night. On her Instagram, Plaza posted about her trip to the league’s All-Star Weekend by sharing a photo with Rapinoe and Bird—and another of her photobombing rookie sensation Caitlin Clark.
Trump issues first statement after Biden says he’s dropping out
Donald Trump on Sunday fired off a snide reaction to President Joe Biden’s historic decision to withdraw from the 2024 race, calling Biden the “worst president” in United States history.
One “Rare” Clone Wars Force Power Is Becoming Ridiculously Common In Star Wars
In Star Wars: The Clone Wars, viewers are introduced to the Jedi Quinlan Vos. Vos is no ordinary Jedi, however. He’s roguish, stubborn, independent, and enjoys a good fight. Most importantly, Quinlan Vos has a rare Force ability: psychometry. Essentially, anyone with this ability can re-experience the past by touching an object or entering a specific location. The object is usually tied to an incredibly emotional event, and, through the Force, the wielder will hear, see, and feel what happened – though the vision will usually be somewhat distorted – even if they weren’t there to witness it themselves.
NBA: Lakers shut down Bronny James after back-to-back promising performances | AP News
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Bronny James was a spectator on Saturday after the Los Angeles Lakers determined that they have seen all they need out of the NBA’s most talked-about rookie.
New Bibler Parkland Coming to West Kalispell – Flathead Beacon
A roughly 20-acre parcel of land in Kalispell that abuts Ashley Creek, the Great Northern Historical Trail and the western terminus of the Parkline Trail is slated to become the newest parkland in town.
Lakeside business provides unique lake excursions | Daily Inter Lake
Groups are kept close together and have two guides, but sometimes three depending on the tour’s size. After receiving a safety demonstration, kayakers set out for an adventure of their choosing. Some excursions include Cedar Island, Whitefish Lake, and Somers Bay, but the outfitter’s most popular tour is Wild Horse Island where kayakers learn about the island’s geographical, cultural and biological wonders.
Miller Peak Fire Remains zero percent contained
MISSOULA — The Miller Peak Fire located 7 miles southeast of Missoula is currently burning at 2,403 acres and is zero percent contained.
Stunning moment Miss Kansas contestant calls out her ‘abuser’ from stage at pageant | The Independent
“Some of you out in this audience saw me very emotional because my abuser is here today,” Smith told the crowd in a widely shared clip. “But that’s not going to stop me from being on this Miss Kansas and from representing as the next Miss Kansas. Because I, and my community, deserve healthy relationships.”