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seattlepi.com (blog)The Seattle Mariners’ active trade deadline could have been even more active. According to a report from the New York Post on Saturday, the New York Yankees inquired about Seattle outfielder Dustin Ackley. The Yankees reportedly discussed trading for … and more …read more Source: Seattle News From Google
11-year-old gives lessons in lyrical hip–hopTimes of IndiaLUDHIANA: A ‘boot camp of lyrical hip–hop‘ was organized in the city on Sunday. The workshop that was organized by a performing arts studio in city had 11-year-old Mohammad Mumtaaz as resource person. The dance expert shot to fame post his … …read more Source: Hip Hop Music … Read more
The Denver PostThe Denver City Council on Monday will consider approving a $3.25 million settlement between the city and former jail inmate Jamal Hunter. Set to be the largest pre-trial settlement in the city’s history, the agreement, if approved, would close a …Denver City Council takes final vote on $3.25M jail abuse settlement with …The … Read more
Startups Find Partners in GovernmentInc.comAs more startups work to find solutions to civic issues, governments are taking notice and joining forces with them to help drive innovation. According to a joint report by the Knight Foundation and Quid released last year, so-called civic tech … …read more Source: Startups News From Google News
ESPNMontee Ball To Have Appendectomy. Chris Mortensen discusses Broncos RB Montee Ball, who will undergo an appendectomy but is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season. Tags: NFL, Montee Ball, Denver Broncos · Montee Ball To Have …Denver Broncos starting running back Montee Ball sidelined with appendicitisFox NewsBroncos Running Back Montee … Read more
ESPNFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Coming off a disappointing 4-12 season, the Atlanta Falcons embraced the chance to be on HBO’s “Hard Knocks.” Organizationally, the Falcons are embracing harder knocks from their players, too. The team’s physical changes are …Hard Knocks with Atlanta Falcons starts Tuesday on HBO; will you watch?The Times-PicayuneAtlanta Falcons DL Ra’Shede Hageman … Read more
WJLASecretary of State John Kerry and Angola Vice President Manuel Vicente arrive for the U.S. Africa Leaders Summit at the State Department in Washington, Monday, Aug. 4, 2014. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) …Africa summit begins in Washington despite Ebola fears, visitors face screeningFox NewsFirst African summit in D.C. to be largest ever; economic growth on agendaMcClatchy … Read more
kfor.comOKLAHOMA CITY – A state legislator and a veteran petroleum geologist have teamed up and are now calling on others to create an emergency plan for Oklahoma earthquakes. State Sen. Jerry Ellis and Bob Jackman are trying to form a federal task force, …Legislator Calls for Task Force on Oklahoma ‘Earthquake Emergenc – KTUL.com …KTULOklahoma … Read more
KTRK-TV“The charter requirements are in place to ensure a fair and credible process absent of fraud,” Houston City Attorney Dave Feldman said. “In this instance … this petition filed to repeal the HERO ordinance, there are simply too many documents with …Foes plan to take city to court over rejected ERO petitionsChron.comWill Houston Equal Rights … Read more
CBS LocalPhiladelphia Police are now searching for 20-year-old Sajaad Hall, whose last known address was on the 2800 block of North Vanpelt Street. Hall is wanted for his involvement in a double shooting and homicide that killed 16-year-old Jameer Haynesworth … …read more Source: Philadelphia News From Google News
2015 NFL draft primer: The best prospects from smaller conferencesSI.comCollege football fall practices are underway from coast to coast, with the regular season set to begin in earnest on Aug. 28 (preceded by an Abilene Christian-Georgia Southern teaser on Aug. 27). So it is high time to wrap up our 2015 NFL draft primers … … Read more
Zack Warren Joins Cal Women’s TennisCal AthleticsPreviously an assistant coach at BYU and UNLV, Warren joins Augustus’ staff after the retirement of former Cal associate head coach Cordell Ho. “I am pleased to welcome Zack back to the Golden Bear tennis family,” Augustus said. “Zack is a successful … …read more Source: California Golden Bears … Read more
Haleakala Solar to close Honolulu showroom, consolidate operations at Halawa …Pacific Business News (Honolulu)Gary Turner, a producer/animator for Oceanic Time Warner Cable, edits a TV commercial for Haleakala Solar, in this file photo. The Maui-based solar company is closing its Honolulu showroom and consolidating this operation at its Halawa warehouse. …read more Source: Honolulu News … Read more
Washington City Paper (blog)The artist was stabbed and beaten in a fight early Sunday morning by people he says he didn’t know while inside Cafe Asia, a nightclub on I Street NW, to see a band perform. He’s already been released from the hospital and wrote in statement on … and more …read more Source: … Read more
The Straits TimesMembers of a group of international experts inspect the site where the downed Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 crashed, near the village of Hrabove (Grabovo) in Donetsk region, eastern Ukraine on Aug 1, 2014. A plane carrying remains of victims from the …MH17: Weapon fire delays search of Malaysia Airlines crash siteNEWS.com.auDutch Inform UN … Read more
Philly.comArchaeologists, maritime experts, and tree-ring researchers last week announced their conclusions: The ship, believed to be a Hudson River sloop, was built shortly after 1773 in the bustling port of Philadelphia. The wood from the ship was matched not … and more …read more Source: Philadelphia News From Google News
New York Regulator Examines Ocwen’s Insurance PracticesWall Street JournalOcwen issued a statement in response to the letter, saying, “Ocwen will continue to cooperate with the New York Department of Financial Services and provide the information requested, as we have done with all previous requests from the Department.New York Probes Ocwen Over Home Insurance DealsBloombergNew York … Read more
Saks Fifth Avenue Vice President And Menswear Fashion Director Eric Jennings …ForbesHis creativity, knowledge of fashion and trends, and business savvy are assets that make him perfect for the top job at one of the most important retailers in the world. As a fixture in the front row of menswear runway shows in London, Milan, … Read more
The Plain DealerCleveland Indians vs Texas Rangers on August 3, 2014. David Murphy, left, celebrates his game-tying 9th inning home run with Yan Gomes in a game between the Cleveland Indians and the Texas Rangers on Sunday, August 3, 2014. (Thomas Ondrey, The …Cincinnati Reds (56-55) at Cleveland Indians (56-55), 7:05 p.m. (ET)Charlotte ObserverSurvey: Most … Read more
Raiders release first depth chartESPN (blog)NAPA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders have released their first official depth chart of training camp, four days before the preseason opener at the Minnesota Vikings. Surprises? Not really, unless Andre Holmes being ahead of James Jones at a wide … …read more Source: Oakland Raiders News From Google News
KOAT AlbuquerqueAt 3:17 p.m. radar indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms over northwest Albuquerque and the north valley. Storms were moving east and northeastward. Water may begin to pond and become curb-deep in city streets, road intersections and some … …read more Source: Albuquerque NM News From Google News
Christian Science MonitorMore and more sustainable food startups have been popping up as the sustainable food sector grows. One company, AccelFoods, has been providing financial investment and mentoring to help these food startups grow. …read more Source: Startups News From Google News
Chicago Weather: Storms hit area, strongest in SW WisconsinWLS-TVChicago Weather: Storms hit area, strongest in SW Wisconsin. Storms moved through the Chicago area, leading to delays at O?Hare International Airport and flash flood warnings in southwestern Wisconsin. Embed. <iframe width="476" height="270" … …read more Source: Chicago Weather News From Google
Brian Scalabrine Pens “I’m Coming Home” LeBron Parody For Boston ReturnDime MagazineI’m doing this essay because I want an opportunity to explain myself uninterrupted…and gather some great press based on another recent NBA signing…in almost the exact same way. I don’t want anyone thinking: He and Mark Jackson didn’t get along … and more …read … Read more
Are Yandy Smith and Mendeecees Harris Returning to Love & Hip Hop Season 5?WetpaintWith Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Season 3 coming to a close, fans are already gearing up for what’s next. And since we haven’t had the confirmation of a series premiere for the rumored Love & Hip Hop L.A., all eyes are … Read more
NYC hospital testing patient for possible EbolaHonolulu Star-AdvertiserPICS: State Canoe Championship Afterparty · PICS: Odin Works 5-Year Anniversary Kickoff · PICS: Jack Johnson at the Waikiki Shell · PICS: First Friday in Chinatown · PICS: 2014 Waimanalo Community Carnival · PICS: August Moon at the Honolulu Museum … and more …read more Source: Honolulu News … Read more
TheBlaze.comThe center says Emanuel was a strong advocate for the group while serving as President Barack Obama’s first White House chief of staff. As a member of … The center praised Emanuel and the man who currently holds Emanuel’s old House seat, Rep. …read more Source: President Barack Obama White House News From Google News
Washington City Paper (blog)Eleanor Holmes Norton was a guest, and said the world is “just totally embarrassed at what liberalism has done to Washington, D.C.” The woman cited the homeless people and the alcoholics she saw on the streets when visiting the city to support her … and more …read more Source: Washington News From … Read more
West Seattle restaurants: La Romanza Bistro closes in The JunctionWest Seattle Blog (blog)Two months after the sudden shutdown of A Terrible Beauty, another Junction restaurant has closed. La Romanza Bistro proprietor Aimee Pellegrini confirmed via e-mail that her restaurant at 4521 California SW has shut down. We were checking on its … …read more Source: … Read more
Seattle Times “Bewitched, Bothered and Bemused” by the Herbfarm, The …EaterIt’s a massive Week in Reviews, with Seattle critics and food writers checking in at restaurants including Porkchop & Co., Restaurant Marron, and Brimmer & Heeltap. First up, Providence Cicero makes the drive to Woodinville, mentioning some of the … and more …read more Source: … Read more
Odyssey Marine bids on contract to find missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370Tampabay.comTampa’s Odyssey Marine is trying to win a contract from the Australian government to help find missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. The Boeing 777 took off for Kuala Lumpur on March 8 bound for Beijing. Instead, MH370 disappeared and was believed to …Odyssey Marine … Read more
Atlanta Journal ConstitutionBeaumont “Beau” Allen, 63, of Atlanta, died Saturday at home of complications from cancer. A memorial service is planned at Oakland Cemetery’s Lion Square at 10 a.m. Wednesday. H.M. Patterson & Son Spring Hill Chapel is handling funeral arrangements.Beau Allen, preservationist and son of former Atlanta mayor, passes awaySaportaReport (blog) all 2 news … Read more
USA TODAYHe then retired and unretired again before signing with the Vikings and stoking severe backlash among Packers fans as he led Minnesota to the NFC Championship Game after the 2009 season. “I feel like some people say he didn’t … Owner of most of the …Favre headed to Packers HOF in 2015Bradenton HeraldFavre says … Read more
Teens rescued after floodwaters sweep them into washLas Vegas SunHeavy rains fell west of the Strip about 2:15 p.m., and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue reported heavy rain downtown with slight street flooding at Charleston Boulevard and Main Street. The storm was moving north, causing showers along U.S. 95 from Centennial … and more …read … Read more
San Jose Mercury NewsSAN FRANCISCO — Square, the mobile payments company led by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, is hoping to grow in new directions by acquiring Caviar, a Bay Area startup that delivers meals from restaurants that don’t have their own couriers.Square buys food-delivery startup Caviar for reported $90 million in stockSan Francisco Business Times … Read more