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Parched New Jersey city gets some relief days after water main break caused taps to run low
SUMMARY: Water pressure is starting to improve for thousands of frustrated residents in a northern New Jersey city. People in Paterson, New Jersey, have had little or no service since a water main break late last week. A boil water advisory issued for nearly 200,000 customers remains in effect. Some improvement came hours after crews were able to isolate the leak Monday night. However, officials said Tuesday that they still haven't reached the broken main, which is some 30 feet underground. They say service should continue to slowly improve during the day, but warned that residents in highly elevated areas will have to wait longer.
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An explosion at a US Steel plant in Pennsylvania has killed 2. Here's what to know
SUMMARY: An explosion at a U.S. Steel plant south of Pittsburgh has killed two people and injured more than 10 others. One worker was rescued from the smoldering wreckage hours after Monday’s blast at Clairton Coke Works. The plant converts coal to coke, a key component in the steel-making process. Clairton is one of four major plants in Pennsylvania owned by U.S. Steel. The company has been an icon of the domestic steel industry for over a century. U.S. Steel’s CEO is vowing to find out what caused the explosion. Union officials say representatives will work to ensure a thorough investigation.
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Massive rescue effort led to pulling workers from debris of Pennsylvania steel plant explosion
SUMMARY: Workers were heating coal and preparing for routine maintenance when an explosion rocked a U.S. Steel plant outside Pittsburgh. That's according to a company executive who spoke to reporters Tuesday, a day after the blast killed two workers. The explosion was powerful enough to shake nearby homes. It also injured more than 10 other steelworkers, including one who spent hours trapped in rubble. Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro and plant executives vowed to investigate and do whatever is necessary to prevent such an accident from happening again. The cause remains under investigation.
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DELAWARE
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From NFL stars to HBCU head coaches: Vick and Jackson on same path as they briefly reunite in Philly
SUMMARY: Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson have become rookie head coaches at HBCU schools. Vick is at Norfolk State and Jackson at Delaware State. They haven’t played for the Eagles in over a decade but returned to their old stomping ground Tuesday. They’ll face off on Oct. 30 at Lincoln Financial Field. Neither has coaching experience, joining other former NFL stars like Deion Sanders in leading HBCU programs. Vick and Jackson hope to inspire young players and add new chapters to their careers.
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Golf is not like team sports. It was never meant to have a finish line to the season
SUMMARY: There was so much faux outrage over Rory McIlroy missing the first PGA Tour postseason event. He wasn't the first to skip it. And he didn't even drop in the FedEx Cup. It should be a reminder that golf is not like other sports. There is no defining end to the season like a Super Bowl or a World Series. The PGA Tour originally called the postseason a “championship series” but then went to “playoffs” and it makes no sense. But what it created was incentive for the best to keep playing after the majors. That still works, even without McIlroy.
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Keegan Bradley as a Ryder Cup playing captain? He has Jack Nicklaus to thank for the chance
SUMMARY: Keegan Bradley has a chance to be the first Ryder Cup playing captain since Arnold Palmer in 1963. And he has Jack Nicklaus to thank for that. The PGA of America made a rule that captains can't play after Palmer's dual role. But when Nicklaus was named captain for 1983, the PGA rescinded the policy. It has stayed that way ever since. Nicklaus came within one shot of qualifying for that 1983 team. The USGA has extended its deal with NBC to televise the U.S. Opens through 2032. Patrick Cantlay is the latest player working with putting coach Phil Kenyon.
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Baltimore Ravens swim with Michael Phelps, get lessons from the Olympic champion
SUMMARY: The Baltimore Ravens had a unique training session with Michael Phelps. A few weeks after players asked the 23-time Olympic champion for swimming lessons, Phelps visited their practice on Tuesday. The team shared videos of players swimming and diving at Loyola University. In one clip, Phelps gave everyone a head start before racing them. Some players managed to beat him to the end. Phelps also toured the Ravens' facility and spoke to the team along with former Ravens star Ray Lewis. Defensive coordinator Zach Orr said Phelps and Lewis emphasized preparation and unseen hard work.
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Injuries won't subside for the Orioles. Eflin and Bautista the latest to be ruled out for the season
SUMMARY: The Baltimore Orioles have ruled out two more pitchers for the season. Right-hander Zach Eflin needs a lower back procedure, and closer Félix Bautista has a significant shoulder injury. Interim manager Tony Mansolino says Bautista has an appointment later this week. The Orioles have used 60 players this season, nearing their team record of 62 from 2021. Injuries have worsened the team's pitching woes. Grayson Rodriguez is also out for the season after elbow surgery. However, right-handers Tyler Wells and Kyle Bradish are almost back from elbow surgery, offering some hope.
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Pasquantino doubles, homers, drives in 5, leading the Royals past the Nationals 8-5
SUMMARY: Vinnie Pasquantino doubled, homered and drove in five runs, leading the Kansas City Royals past the Washington Nationals 8-5. Jonathan India added a two-run homer as the Royals reached the .500 mark for the second time since mid-June. Michael Wacha allowed two runs on five hits in 5 2/3 innings, his sixth consecutive start permitting fewer than three runs. Lucas Erceg earned his second save with a hitless ninth. Mitchell Parker surrendered a three-run homer to Pasquantino, allowing five runs on two hits and three walks. James Wood and CJ Abrams each had two hits and an RBI.
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Mariners catch Astros in the AL West after beating Baltimore for their 8th straight win
SUMMARY: The Seattle Mariners have extended their winning streak to eight games with a 1-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. On Tuesday night, George Kirby led the team, allowing just three hits in seven innings. This win puts Seattle in a first-place tie with Houston in the AL West after the Astros lost to Boston. The Mariners are starting a road trip that also includes games against the Mets and Phillies. They will face Houston again in mid-September.
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Kirby shines as the Mariners beat the Orioles 1-0 for their 8th straight victory
SUMMARY: George Kirby pitched seven three-hit innings, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 for their eighth victory in a row. Seattle pulled into a tie atop the AL West with Houston after the Astros lost to Boston. Josh Naylor’s RBI single in the first inning was all the scoring the Mariners needed. Kirby struck out seven without a walk. Eduard Bazardo and Gabe Speier worked the eighth, and Andrés Muñoz labored through the ninth for his 28th save in 34 chances. Dean Kremer was a hard-luck loser after allowing a run and five hits in eight innings.
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Giants' Malik Nabers, who has been dealing with a toe injury, sits out joint practice at the Jets
SUMMARY: Malik Nabers did not participate in the New York Giants' first of two joint practices against the Jets. Coach Brian Daboll refused to answer when asked if Nabers' absence was related to the top receiver's lingering toe injury. Daboll similarly would not say if he was concerned about Nabers' status with the season opener less than four weeks away. Nabers stopped participating in 11-on-11 drills last week, then did not play in New York's exhibition opener at Buffalo. The second-year pro was one of several Giants players to sit out the joint practice at the Jets' facility.
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Jets' Tyrod Taylor out for preseason after 'minor' knee surgery; Allen Lazard set to miss 2 weeks
SUMMARY: New York Jets backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor is sidelined for the preseason after knee surgery. Coach Aaron Glenn announced Tuesday that Taylor had a minor scope on his knee. The team expects him to be ready for the regular-season opener. Justin Fields is the starting quarterback, while rookie Brady Cook is dealing with an ankle injury. Adrian Martinez is the only other healthy quarterback. Wide receiver Allen Lazard is out for at least two weeks with a shoulder injury. Rookie tight end Mason Taylor returned to practice after a high ankle sprain. Edge rusher Jermaine Johnson is being eased back in after being activated from the PUP list on Sunday.
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Jets' Justin Fields says his focus on his faith the past 6 months has helped him shake off criticism
SUMMARY: Justin Fields has learned to ignore outside opinions about his performance. The New York Jets quarterback says he no longer lets criticism affect him. Fields shared this change in mindset after a practice with the Giants on Tuesday. He acknowledged that it used to bother him, but over the past six months, he has focused on his relationship with God. Fields believes this has helped him grow. He reads the Bible daily, finding wisdom that impacts his life more than any playbook. Fields encourages others to explore the Bible. He feels confident this spiritual journey will lead to success.
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Judge homers, Stanton goes 4 for 5 with a homer, as Yankees rout Twins 9-1
SUMMARY: Aaron Judge hit his first homer in nearly three weeks and Giancarlo Stanton had his first four-hit game in almost two years as the New York Yankees routed the Minnesota Twins 9-1. Carlos Rodón allowed one hit in seven innings for the win. Stanton doubled in his first at-bat, homered in the fifth and singled in his final two at-bats before getting lifted for a pinch runner following a two-run single. Anthony Volpe hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the second as the Yankees beat the Twins for the ninth straight time. Minnesota rookie starter Travis Adams (1-2) took the loss.
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From NFL stars to HBCU head coaches: Vick and Jackson on same path as they briefly reunite in Philly
SUMMARY: Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson have become rookie head coaches at HBCU schools. Vick is at Norfolk State and Jackson at Delaware State. They haven’t played for the Eagles in over a decade but returned to their old stomping ground Tuesday. They’ll face off on Oct. 30 at Lincoln Financial Field. Neither has coaching experience, joining other former NFL stars like Deion Sanders in leading HBCU programs. Vick and Jackson hope to inspire young players and add new chapters to their careers.
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Steelers' Aaron Rodgers eager for helmet switch: 'It looks like a spaceship'
SUMMARY: Aaron Rodgers is adjusting to life with the Pittsburgh Steelers, including finding a new helmet. The NFL banned his preferred helmet for safety reasons, and he's not thrilled with the current one. Rodgers, the league's oldest player, is still searching for a comfortable fit. Rodgers praised the team's backup quarterbacks after a recent win over Jacksonville. He also aims to connect with new teammates, often chatting with them during practice. Rodgers believes in leading by serving and wants to build strong relationships with the team.
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The Little League World Series has had its share of drama before even getting to Williamsport
SUMMARY: The Little League World Series features players from Venezuela who got visa exemptions to make the trip to central Pennsylvania, an American team that knocked off the defending champ and once-dominant Taiwan trying for a title run. It all starts with a new ESPN film to get youth baseball fans excited for the annual tournament. Airing the night before the LLWS begins Wednesday, ESPN is releasing the Little League documentary “Big Dreams: Little League World Series 2024."
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Singer works 6 shutout innings, Steer drives in 3 runs as the Reds end Phillies' 4-game win streak
SUMMARY: Brady Singer pitched six shutout innings, Spencer Steer drove in three runs and the Cincinnati Reds beat NL East-leading Philadelphia 6-1 Tuesday night, halting the Phillies’ four-game win streak. Singer (10-9) gave up three of the Phillies’ four hits, struck out six and didn’t walk a batter. The 29-year-old right-hander faced the minimum of 17 batters over the first 5 2/3 innings with the only hit allowed being a single by Nick Castellanos, whose grounder deflected off the glove of shortstop Elly De La Cruz. Castellanos was erased on a double play in the fifth. Bryce Harper spoiled the Reds’ shutout bid with a two-out homer, his 18th, off Sam Moll during a downpour in the ninth inning.
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Frelick and Turang homer off Skenes as the Brewers beat the Pirates 14-0 for their 11th straight win
SUMMARY: Sal Frelick and Brice Turang homered off Paul Skenes, and the Milwaukee Brewers pounded the Pittsburgh Pirates 14-0 for their 11th consecutive victory. Christian Yelich, Andrew Vaughn and Caleb Durbin also went deep as major league-leading Milwaukee improved to 27-5 in its last 32 games. Freddy Peralta pitched six innings of three-hit ball in his second straight win. The Brewers’ 11-game winning streak is their second of the season and the second-longest in franchise history. Skenes permitted four runs and six hits in four innings.
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Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders injures his oblique during practice in Philadelphia
SUMMARY: Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders sustained an oblique injury during practice Wednesday. Sanders and the Browns were in Philadelphia for joint practices before Saturday’s preseason game. The Browns selected Sanders in the fifth round of the NFL draft, making him the 144th overall pick. Last season, he finished eighth in the Heisman Trophy balloting for Colorado and set a school record with 4,134 passing yards. Sanders joins a crowded quarterback room, with Deshaun Watson expected to sit out the season because of a torn Achilles tendon. The group also includes Kenny Pickett, Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel.
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