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Man wanted after deadly morning shooting in Danville

Authorities are searching for a man they say shot and killed someone in a shooting on Tuesday morning in Danville.

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Two unloaded guns found at Roanoke elementary school, officials say

Authorities are investigating after two unloaded guns were discovered at Westside Elementary School on Tuesday morning, according to school officials.

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FDA clears COVID booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11

U.S. regulators have authorized a COVID-19 vaccine booster for healthy children ages 5 to 11.

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A Chicago Bears stadium in Arlington Heights could get public help, village’s mayor says, but resources are limited

Such help might come in the form of a tax increment financing or other local tax district that would use the site’s property taxes to pay for roads, sewers and other infrastructure.

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Daywatch: Senate rejects Pritzker picks for state Prisoner Review Board | Biden signs federal anti-lynching bill | Chicago small businesses weigh raising prices

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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Aaliyah Newell, woman slain in South Side home, was ‘life of the party,’ fiercely loyal, says long-time friend

Aaliyah Newell, woman slain in South Side home, was ‘life of the party,’ fiercely loyal, says long-time friend

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Busted brackets mark another topsy-turvy NCAA tourney

There were 17.3 million brackets filled out in ESPN's Tournament Challenge this year, and the quest for a perfect one was done before the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.

Bueckers remains UConn's biggest question for NCAA Tourney

UConn star Paige Bueckers is by all accounts physically fit again as her Huskies enter the women's NCAA Tournament looking for a 14th consecutive appearance in the Final Four and a 12th national title. The sophomore has averaged under 14 minutes a game since her return and scored 30 total points, 16 of them in the Huskies' Big East quarterfinal win over Georgetown.

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Bears unofficially rebuilding after trading Khalil Mack

New Bears GM Ryan Poles has started his offseason with a bang. Fans aren't sure if that's a good or a bad thing. Why it matters: The Bears are under new management after a terrible 2021/2022 season, meaning Poles is tasked with building a winner after the firing of predecessor Ryan Pace. The rookie GM's first big move was to trade superstar defensive end Khalil Mack for two draft picks and cap space. Stay on top of the latest market trends and economic insights with Axios Markets. Subscribe for

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Chicago Bears agree to trade Khalil Mack to the Los Angeles Chargers for 2 draft picks

The Chicago Bears went all-in when they traded for Khalil Mack in 2018. But now they are trading Mack to the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Mayor Lightfoot on possible Chicago Bears move: City will make ‘compelling financial case’ to keep the team in town

Lightfoot doesn't think Arlington Heights can offer the Bears a "tier-one" situation, she said.

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Why the NFL’s ‘socialistic enterprise’ means the Bears win at the bank even when they lose on the field

Sports economists say a bad season on the field for NFL teams is usually belied by a good one at the bank. No matter how poorly they play, teams get a share of the ocean of revenue generated by TV deals and national sponsorships.

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Chicago Bears envision an ‘entertainment destination with multiple facets’ in Arlington Heights. But the team cautions it still is in the exploration phase of a potential new stadium.

Chicago Bears Chairman George McCaskey said there is “a lot of due diligence that needs to be performed before we can close” on the Arlington Heights property for a potential new stadium.

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Your forecast for this week's NFL playoff games

AccuWeather's Jessica Pash has a breakdown of what you can expect from Buffalo to Dallas when teams face off this coming weekend.

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Column: Insult-A-Columnist food drive raises more than $200,000, Rex Huppke again deemed ‘awesome’

The fourth-annual Insult-A-Columnist Holiday Food Drive raised more than $200,000 for the Greater Chicago Food Depository, and the Rex Rocks team won again.

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"CBS Weekend News" headlines for Saturday, January 8, 2022

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News with Irika Sargent."

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Africa Cup of Nations: '4 to 5 Covid cases' among Burkina Faso team

"Four to five key players" of Burkina Faso, as well as their head coach Kamou Malo, have tested positive for Covid, says the assistant coach Firmin Sanou. Burkina Faso, who were absent from the 2019 edition of the tournament, hope to "have a shot" against Cameroon in the opening match on January 9.

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Baylor, Duke remain 1-2 in AP Top 25 poll with few changes

Baylor kept its firm hold on No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball poll with few changes at the top and no new teams entering the latest rankings.

Daywatch: A return to office is coming but there’s a catch | COVID vaccination rates for nursing home workers lag | Chicago restaurant becomes one of the best in the world

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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AFC Week 16 overreactions: Josh Allen, Bills are only team capable of stopping Chiefs

Mackenzie Salmon 'overreacts' to the biggest storylines in the AFC after Week 16 action in the NFL.

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Baylor stays at No. 1 in USA TODAY Ferris Mowers Men's Basketball Coaches Poll

USA TODAY Sports' Scott Gleeson breaks down the latest Ferris Mowers college basketball coaches poll.

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Baylor stays No. 1 in AP Top 25; Arizona rises to No. 6

Defending national champion Baylor has maintained its top spot in The Associated Press men's college basketball poll, though not without ceding a No. 1 vote to Arizona, while the six remaining unbeatens continued their rise.

Baylor stays No. 1 in AP Top 25; Arizona rises to No. 6

Defending national champion Baylor maintained its top spot in The Associated Press men's college basketball poll, though not without ceding a No. 1 vote to Arizona, while the six remaining unbeatens continued their rise on Monday. The Bears ended a four-week streak of turnover atop the poll by taking care of Oregon last week, receiving 60 of 61 first-place votes from a national panel that regular covers college basketball. The Bears (10-0) reached the top spot last week after dominating then-No. 6 Villanova, something they never accomplished during their title-winning season.

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All 3 Chicago Bears coordinators sidelined by COVID-19 — and their status for Monday night’s game is unknown

The Chicago Bears are taking extra precautions this week after a COVID-19 outbreak sidelined all three coordinators.

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Baylor is No. 1 in USA TODAY Ferris Mowers Men's Basketball Coaches Poll

USA TODAY Sports' Scott Gleeson breaks down the latest Ferris Mowers college basketball coaches' poll.

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Baylor becomes fourth No. 1 in last 4 weeks in AP Top 25

Baylor won the national championship last season without ever reaching No. 1 in the AP Top 25. The Bears are there now. Baylor took advantage of Purdue's last-second loss to Rutgers last week to become the fourth different team at No. 1 in the past four weeks. The Bears earned every vote from a 61-member national media panel Monday to reach the top spot in the poll for the first time since a four-week run ended on Feb. 17, 2020.

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No. 2 Baylor primed for top after 57-36 win over No. 6 Nova

James Akinjo had 16 points with seven rebounds and second-ranked Baylor defensively dominated No. 6 Villanova 57-36.

After sitting through freezing rain at Bears game, some fans warm to the idea of a new stadium in Arlington Heights

Though cold and miserable Chicago weather certainly isn’t news to anyone, the freezing rain and gusty temperatures Sunday at Soldier Field had some Bears fans dreaming about a new stadium outside the city. In September, the Bears signed a $197.2 million purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse, a move that takes the team a step closer toward securing property for a new stadium ...

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NCAA champ Baylor among teams thriving with retooled rosters

Baylor coach Scott Drew knew his sixth-ranked Bears might need time to blend a changed roster after losing four starters from a national-championship run.

Former Chicago Bears star Dan Hampton arrested on drunken driving charge in Indiana

Former Chicago Bears defensive lineman Dan Hampton, who was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2002, has been arrested in Indiana for allegedly driving a vehicle while drunk.

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Daywatch: COVID cases in Illinois rising ahead of Thanksgiving | Our guide to holiday travel and Black Friday | What we know about Bears coach Matt Nagy’s job security

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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No. 9 Baylor runs away from Stanford in 2nd half, wins 86-48

LJ Cryer scored 21 points, and No. 9 Baylor took control early in the second half of an 86-48 victory over Stanford.

Chase Young absolutely hates these names for the Washington Football team

The Washington Football Team has narrowed down potential new names to 8 finalists. We asked Chase Young to grade all 8 and he did not hold back his disdain for basically all of them.

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Hikers warned of bear activity due to litter near McAfee Knob

A warning for hikers on a popular trail: Bear activity is on the rise near McAfee Knob. Experts say it's because of trash left on the trails.

Will Chicago fight to keep the Bears? And what would a new stadium cost taxpayers? Q&A about the team’s possible move to Arlington Heights.

A helpful explainer to help you sort out the details of the Bears' possible move from Soldier Field to the suburbs.

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Gonzaga is No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25; UCLA, Kansas next

Gonzaga carried a No. 1 ranking all last season before falling a win short of becoming college basketball’s first unbeaten national champion in 45 years. The Zags were the runaway top choice in The Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball preseason poll released Monday. Kansas, Villanova and Texas rounded out the top five, while reigning national champion Baylor checked in at No. 8.

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Chicago Bears need to be ‘more forthcoming’ about what will keep them in the city, Mayor Lightfoot says

The city will form a group to consider the uses of Soldier Field.

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Arlington Heights mayor: ‘We’re not going to give away the store’ to land Bears stadium deal

While Arlington Heights resident Keith Moens said he understands the excitement inherent to a Bears move to Arlington Heights, he warned against committing any tax dollars before the community has a chance to weigh in on the proposal.

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Daywatch: As the Bears eye move to suburbs, ‘cities are smarter now’ | Rev. Jesse Jackson turns 80 this week | Chicago restaurants still seeking relief

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At Chicago Bears’ tailgates Sunday outside Soldier Field, the team’s possible departure is a burning issue: ‘Arlington Heights, if they move, here I come’

“Sentimentally, it hurts to see them leave, so much history right here,” one fan said.

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Chicago Bears standoff could be a lose-lose for Mayor Lori Lightfoot: a huge defeat if the team leaves, a potentially huge price tag for taxpayers if it stays

If the Bears move to Arlington Heights, "there’s just no way to hide from that failure," an alderman said of Lightfoot.

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Why the Chicago Bears Are Tempted by My Village

A move to Arlington Heights, Illinois, could make the team among the world’s most valuable sports franchises.

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Bears fans weren’t shy about offering their opinions about a potential move out of Soldier Field — and Chicago

The Tribune asked Bears fans about the possibility of the team leaving Soldier Field, and most said they are ready to race out to Arlington Heights.

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What are the costs if the Bears bail on Chicago for Arlington Heights?

A look at the financial implications of a Chicago Bears move from Chicago's Soldier Field to Arlington Heights.

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We want to hear what you think about the Bears’ potential stadium move

The Bears signing a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse is a move that would take the team a step closer toward securing property for a new stadium and leaving their longtime home at Soldier Field. Send us your thoughts via this form.

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Chicago Bears sign a purchase agreement for Arlington Heights racetrack land — taking the next step in a potential move from Soldier Field

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said her door remains open for talks to keep Bears in town.

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East Mont gets Monday night win over Bland County 34-8

East Mont rolled to a 34-8 victory over Bland County

Surfs up in Lake Michigan

As forecasters warned of life-threatening conditions and the possibility of beach erosion and lakefront flooding, surfers saw an opportunity to get out and have some fun.

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A scheduling conflict at Soldier Field with the Bears forces the Chicago Fire to return to Bridgeview for 1 match. Here’s the hefty price tag.

Sharing Soldier Field with the Bears comes with a price for the Chicago Fire. Here’s how much they have to pay Bridgeview to return to SeatGeek Stadium for one match.

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Solution to Evan Birnholz’s Sept. 12 Post Magazine crossword, “Voice-overs”

Drawing outside the lines.

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Column: Predicting the Chicago Bears NFL season: Real bears will be utilized, and all losses will be RIGGED!

Predicting the Chicago Bears NFL season: Real bears will be utilized, and all losses will be RIGGED!

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AP sources: Big 12 moving quickly to add 4 new members

The Big 12 is moving quickly on an expansion plan that could have the conference at 12 schools after Texas and Oklahoma leave, with BYU, Central Florida, Cincinnati and Houston as the “most intriguing” candidates.

Ed McCaffrey makes long-awaited Bears debut against Colorado

Colorado's Karl Dorrell has a solid scouting report on his coaching counterpart: Reliable hands. At least, that's the way it was when both were with the Denver Broncos — Dorrell in charge of the wideouts and Ed McCaffrey as one of his receivers. It will be the long-awaited college coaching debut for McCaffrey, who was hired on Dec. 12, 2019, only to have his team sit out last season due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Daywatch: How Illinois’ vaccine and mask mandates will work | How one company designed its Chicago office for a hybrid work model | Kanye West’s bonkers listening party

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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'Someone you're going to miss': Neighbors mourn Weymouth woman killed by hit-and-run driver

Four utility poles on the road where the victim was fatally struck have been replaced in the past five years.

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The Spin: Lightfoot apologized, but administration takes hard line with Anjanette Young in raid lawsuit | Top cop Brown in City Council hot seat | The Bears price tag if they take early exit from Sold

Welcome to The Spin, the Chicago Tribune's politics newsletter.

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Cost to Bears for breaking Soldier Field lease? Peanuts compared to price tag for a new stadium in suburbs.

What would it cost for the Chicago Bears to break their lease with the city and leave Soldier Field? Compared with the cost of a new stadium, a pittance.

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WATCH: Family of black bears cool down by joining beachgoers at Lake Tahoe

It’s so hot out, even wildlife are trying to cool down.

Daywatch: Severe weather hits Chicago area overnight, woman stabbed to death in random Loop attack and Illinois positions itself as cryptocurrency hub

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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Watch: Teen fights off bear to protect dogs in California back yard

There were no injuries in the close encounter at the home east of Los Angeles. The teen said she acted to protect her dogs.

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Belarusian activist in hospital after cutting his own throat in court

A Belarusian activist is in hospital after he tried to slit his own throat in court, telling his father he was being forced to confess. The man’s suicide attempt on Tuesday horrified Belarus, a nation deeply traumatised by police violence and torture following Alexander Lukashenko’s win in a rigged vote last summer. Stsiapan Latypau is one of over 400 Belarusians jailed since the election for their opposition views. Mr Latypau, charged with resisting police and fraud, was brought into a Minsk co

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Off-duty deputy killed suspect after Houston club shooting

An off-duty deputy working security at a Houston nightclub was the one who fatally shot an armed suspect after gunfire at the club left one other person dead and wounded two more people, police said. A second person was struck several times and was in critical condition, police said, while a third person was treated for a gunshot wound to the leg.

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Fox News' Sean Hannity reportedly wrote a Trump campaign ad that aired on his show

Fox News' Sean Hannity reportedly wrote a Trump campaign ad that aired on his show

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Beware! Bears on the prowl in Campbell County

The Altavista Police Department is warning people to be on the lookout for bears.

Close range: Baylor grinds to Elite 8 in 62-51 win ova 'Nova

Davion Mitchell, a 46% shooter from 3 this season, went 0 for 3 from long range on a 14-point day. Jared Butler scored nine points on 1-for-9 shooting from 3, and MaCio Teague had five points without a 3. The guards did a great job of not settling and probing more.”Because of that, Baylor shot 53% in the second half, even though it made only one 3. Constantly harassing Villanova shooters who'd carved out space in the first half, Baylor held Villanova to 37.5% shooting in the second and 0 for 9 from 3. Forward Brandon Slater left the game about midway through the second half after landing awkwardly during a fight for a rebound.

No. 7 Virginia Tech women fall to No. 2 Baylor, 90-48

San Antonio, TX - MARCH 23: {BAYLOR VS VIRGINIA TECH} during the Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament held at Bill Greehey Arena on March 23, 2021 in San Antonio, TX. – Virginia Tech’s NCAA Tournament run came to an end on Tuesday night with a loss to Baylor, 90-48 in the Second Round of the River Walk Region. Baylor’s size and athleticism were too much for the Hokies to handle from start to finish-- forcing 16 turnovers-- and outrebounding Virginia Tech 53-23. Obviously I thought they were they were just way more physical they all powered us you know for the duration of the game,” Hokies head coach Kenny Brooks said. 2 Baylor in the NCAA Women’s Tournament, Virginia Tech trails Baylor 44-20 at halftime.

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No. 12 Oklahoma St beats No. 2 Baylor 83-74 in Big 12 semis

– Confidence has never been a problem for Oklahoma State freshman Cade Cunningham. 12 Cowboys trying to rally from a second-half hole against second-ranked Baylor in the Big 12 Tournament, Cunningham calmly responded with back-to-back 3-pointers to give his team the lead. Ad“You have to give Oklahoma State a lot of credit," Drew said. The Bears did get off to a quick start, but Oklahoma State answered and gradually pulled ahead. Oklahoma State split the season series with the Longhorns, losing a 77-74 nail-biter in December before winning a 75-67 double-overtime thriller early last month.

Berlin film festival's Golden Bear goes to 'Loony Porn'

FILE - The Baeren (Bears) awards are lined up during the award ceremony for the 2020 Berlinale Film Festival in Berlin, Germany, on Feb. 29, 2020. Organizers say the annual Berlin International Film Festival is being put off this year due to the coronavirus pandemic and split into two parts later in 2021. And her palette of performing qualities allowed us to feel, laugh and ask questions," the jury said in a statement. It is the first time that the Berlin Film Festival has awarded a single award for best acting regardless of gender. AdDenes Nagy of Hungary received the award for best director for his debut ‘Natural Light,’ following a Hungarian unit hunting partisans in the Soviet Union during World War II.

No. 2 Baylor returns with 77-72 win to stay undefeated

Baylor then had six consecutive games postponed because of COVID-19 issues in the program, and hadn't even had another full practice until Sunday. With 6-foot-8 forward Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua out of the Baylor lineup, Mark Vital had 15 rebounds and three blocks. “Congrats to Baylor for figuring our a way to win, that’s why they’re No. But to come away get a win and be able to perform like we did, very very pleased with that. Coming into the game second in the Big 12 averaging 17 points, Butler had three turnovers and took only one shot before halftime.

Kansas' record Top 25 run over; Michigan jumps to No. 3

Michigan took advantage of Villanova's loss at St. John's to jump into the top three, Ohio State climbed three spots to No. The Jayhawks began their Top 25 streak on Feb. 2, 2009, when freshman guard Bryce Thompson was 6 years old. “We have plenty of games to go win and I know this team can do it,” Kansas guard Christian Braun said. 15, followed by Tennessee, Florida State, Virginia Tech, Creighton and Southern California. The Bruins dropped out, along with Kansas, Florida and Drake, whose 18-0 start was spoiled in a 74-57 loss to Valparaiso.

No. 2 Baylor on pause again because of COVID-19 protocols

Baylor coach Scott Drew, right, argues a call during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against Texas, Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, in Austin, Texas. 2 Baylor has had its season interrupted again because of COVID-19 protocols, with the Big 12 Conference postponing the Bears’ next two scheduled games. Their next scheduled game is now at home Feb. 13 against No. AdCoach Scott Drew missed the first two games of Baylor's reshuffled scheduled after testing positive for COVID-19 in November. The Big 12 said it would work with Baylor, TCU and Oklahoma to reschedule the remaining postponed games.

No. 2 Baylor still undefeated after 84-72 win over Auburn

(AP Photo/Chuck Burton)WACO, Texas – This Baylor win was for Davion Mitchell, and the junior guard did his part against his former team. Mitchell swished a 3-pointer after losing a shoe and finished with 13 points and seven assists, helping the Bears stay undefeated with an 84-72 win over Auburn in the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Saturday. “And that’s OK, because Butler, and Teague and Davion Mitchell and Flagler are all really good,” Pearl said. "That conversation down the court, that was pretty cool.”AHEAD TO STAYButler made two free throws with 4:50 left in the first half for a 23-22 Baylor lead. Baylor: Baylor is 7-1 in Big 12/SEC Challenge games, the best record by any team in either league in the annual showdown.

Gonzaga, Baylor remain atop AP Top 25; UConn in at No. 25

(AP Photo/Steve Dykes)Gonzaga and Baylor were the top two teams in The Associated Press preseason men’s college basketball poll. Villanova, Texas and Iowa rounded out a top 5 that remained the same from last week. Gonzaga and Baylor split most of the first-place votes in the preseason AP Top 25, but the Zags have become the clear-cut No. Gonzaga, which had five games canceled due to COVID-19 issues last month, has won 16 straight dating to last season. The Huskies won the national championship in 2014 but went to the NCAA Tournament only one more time before Hurley was lured from Rhode Island.

Brady and Bucs, plus Bills and Rams win NFL wild-card games

The first tripleheader of NFL wild-card games saw Tom Brady extend his postseason record for victories to 31 with a 31-23 win for Tampa Bay at Washington on Saturday. After a quarter-century, the Bills got one of those triumphs that Brady collects — and they even figured out how to stop a Hail Mary. The previous playoff win was over Miami on Dec. 30, 1995. And it came in the Bills’ first home playoff game in 24 years, with a limited number of fans in attendance (6,700) for the first time this season. The Ravens averaged an NFL-best 191.9 yards rushing per game and their 3,071 yards rushing were third highest in NFL history.

Berlin film festival postponed to later in 2021 due to virus

FILE - The Baeren (Bears) awards are lined up during the award ceremony for the 2020 Berlinale Film Festival in Berlin, Germany, on Feb. 29, 2020. Organizers say the annual Berlin International Film Festival is being put off this year due to the coronavirus pandemic and split into two parts later in 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn, File)BERLIN – The annual Berlin International Film Festival is being put off this year due to the coronavirus pandemic and split into two parts later in 2021, organizers said Friday. Then in June, organizers are scheduling a summer event with numerous film screenings for the public in theaters and the open air. “The division makes it possible to maintain the two supporting pillars: film market and festival,” organizers said.

Gonzaga, Baylor, Iowa remain atop AP Top 25; Duke tumbles

The second-ranked Bears had seven first-place votes to remain 1-2 with Gonzaga in each of the season's four polls so far. Yet the Zags haven't played since beating West Virginia on Dec. 2 due to COVID-19 protocols, with five straight games canceled or postponed, including a matchup with Baylor on Dec. 5. Houston, Villanova, West Virginia, Creighton and Tennessee rounded out the top 10, with the Mountaineers rising three spots and the Volunteers climbing two. 13 Illini dropped seven spots to fall out of the top 10 after losing to Missouri, while the No. CONFERENCE WATCHThe Big Ten has a national-best seven teams in the Top 25, with No.

No. 1 Gonzaga vs No. 2 Baylor called off over virus tests

Gonzaga was scheduled to play Baylor but the game was cancelled due to COVID. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)INDIANAPOLIS – Coaches Mark Few of Gonzaga and Scott Drew of Baylor scheduled Saturday's game for all the right seasons. "They (the Bears) are good, really, really good. Just really, really good." And whenever they do play, Drew knows one thing — people will be watching.

More young bears, less food send them to Juneau’s garbage

JUNEAU, Alaska – A larger than normal number of young bears and dwindling natural food supply for them are forcing the animals to head for Juneau's garbage with unusual frequency, a wildlife official said. A poor berry crop and lackluster salmon runs this year mean more bears are looking for food among the city's trash, KTOO Public Media in Juneau reported. Conditions have made bears desperate to fatten themselves before they hibernate for the winter, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game said. Abby McAllister, a wildlife education and outreach specialist with the agency, said more bears are competing for the smaller amount of available food. Those young bears have recently been kicked out by their mothers and need to fend for themselves, but are still inexperienced, McAllister said.

Bear-y strange: SWVA Wildlife Center caring for cubs found in cooler

ROANOKE, Va. – Some bear cubs are receiving help thanks to a local wildlife center. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center spent all Monday night caring for three cubs brought in from Willis, Virginia, after a woman found them in a cooler a man was carrying as he walked down the road. On Tuesday morning, the trio was transferred to the wildlife center in Waynesboro where they’ll stay until they’re ready to be released. They had to have subcutaneous fluids," SWVA Wildlife Rescue Center Executive Director Sabrina Garvin said. "They were already warm because I think she had put rice socks in there, so they were nice and warm.

Former NFL player Cedric Benson dies in motorcycle crash

(CNN) - Famed running back Cedric Benson, who racked up awards in his collegiate and NFL careers, died Saturday night. Austin police said a minivan was trying to cross an intersection when it ran into a motorcycle, CNN affiliate KXAN reported. Both Benson and a woman were pronounced dead at the scene. "Our condolences to the friends and family of former Bears running back Cedric Benson, our 4th overall Draft pick in 2005 and member of the 2006 NFC Champions team," the Bears tweeted Sunday. He won the Doak Walker Award and earned All-American honors in 2004, finishing as the second-leading rusher in Texas history.

Low interest in football leads Bland County to cancel season

BLAND COUNTY, Va. - The lights will stay off and the stands will remain empty this fall in Rocky Gap. The Bland County High School football team is the latest example of the effects of the nationwide drop in interest in the sport. It was a very social event, Bland County School Board Vice Chair Gerry Schepers said. Interest in football nationwide is declining so it's not just a Bland County thing, Eastep said. Bland County is the third Virginia high school to cancel its varsity football season in the last two years.

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