Veronica Burton had 21 points, eight rebounds and six assists, Kayla Thornton added 18 points and eight boards, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Indiana Fever 80-61 to spoil Caitlin Clark’s return.

Authorities have arrested a former New Orleans jail employee and accused her of aiding in a 10-inmate escape at the facility last month.

50 public middle and high schools are state winners in the “Samsung Solve for Tomorrow” National STEM Competition.

The Roanoke City Police Department has ramped up its presence in the downtown area with the launch of the “Downtown Safety and Visibility Enhancement Plan,” a new initiative aimed at addressing safety concerns from local residents and business owners. The plan, which went into effect in the past few weeks, is already receiving praise from the community.

The Paris luxury fashion house Givenchy has named Sarah Burton creative director for women’s and men’s collections, with immediate effect.

The fashion designer who created the wedding dress of Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, is stepping down as creative director at Alexander McQueen after two decades at the brand, luxury group Kering said.

Sarah Burton brought the house of Alexander McQueen to New York City for the first time in 23 years.

By halftime, Galax was up 21-0 and with no points scored by either team in the second half, that score propelled the Maroon Tide to a Region 1C title.

In 36 states that use HealthCare.gov,- Dec. 15 is deadline day for coverage that starts Jan. 1, while another 14 states and Washington, D.C., have later dates. Analysts and advocates who follow the annual insurance sign-ups say interest has gotten stronger with the coronavirus pandemic gripping the nation. Medicaid expansion, another component of the health law, covers about 12 million people. Trump administration officials say what they have done is to focus on the smooth operation of the HealthCare.gov website for those who may want the coverage. Typically people who start the enrollment process before the end of deadline day are given a chance to complete it.

In 36 states that use HealthCare.gov,- Dec. 15 is deadline day for coverage that starts Jan. 1, while another 14 states and Washington, D.C., have later dates. Analysts and advocates who follow the annual insurance sign-ups say interest has gotten stronger with the coronavirus pandemic gripping the nation. Medicaid expansion, another component of the health law, covers about 12 million people. Trump administration officials say what they have done is to focus on the smooth operation of the HealthCare.gov website for those who may want the coverage. Typically people who start the enrollment process before the end of deadline day are given a chance to complete it.

Roanoke, Va. The second night of 2020 senior softball games at Burton fields produced a pair of quality games. In the Red vs Grey game, Abby Weaver jacked the go-ahead home run to grab MVP honors as the Red edged teh Grey 5-4. Meanwhile the Navy team toppled the Black team 4-2. For the second straight night Lord Botetourts Meredith Wells hit a three-run home run, and this one decided the game. Wells was named game MVP for a second consecutive game.

As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, a new poll finds it is having different effects on Americans economic well-being. For some, the virus has meant lost income or struggles to pay bills on time particularly among Hispanic, Black and younger Americans. Meanwhile, the survey also finds about a third of Americans say their investments were negatively impacted during the pandemic. By contrast, Americans without a degree were more likely to have delayed paying bills 26%, compared with 10% of college graduates. Younger Americans were more likely to have lost a job, put themselves at risk of exposure or delayed paying bills, while more older Americans lost investments.

The 2020 senior softball games at the Burton fields gave those softball seniors who had their season campaigns unceremoniously cancelled due to Covid-19 a final chance to kick up some dirt as a prep player. Four all senior teams have been assembled for two nights of action. Something like they all would have received at their high schools during senior night, usually held during the teams final home game. James Rivers Payton Kreklow was named the games MVP after collecting 2 hits and 4 RBIs on the night. Lord Botetourts Meredith Wells was the games MVP after cranking a three-run home run.

Residents are being forced to move after more than 100 possible coffins found under their apartment complex. (Tampa Housing Authority/WFTS)Tampa (WFTS) - Residents at a Tampa apartment complex are being forced to move after a shocking discovery. The Tampa Bay Times linked the forgotten 1900s Zion cemetery, likely the first in Tampa for African American, to this current-day public housing complex. "People's resting place are where they are supposed to rest," Lewis said. Burton commended the housing authority for the way they handled this revelation.