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DELAWARE
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Delaware ex-Gov. Mike Castle, who championed 50 State Quarters Program while in Congress, dies at 86
SUMMARY: Former Delaware governor and congressman Mike Castle has died at 86. The Delaware Republican Party announced he died Thursday in Greenville. Castle was among Delaware's most successful politicians, never losing a race until his stunning upset in a 2010 U.S. Senate primary. During his 18 years in Congress, he became a leader of centrist Republicans, earning a reputation as a fiscal conservative and social moderate not afraid to challenge the party line. His signature issue in Congress was creating the popular 50 State Quarters Program, which featured commemorative coins honoring each state, starting with Delaware.
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MARYLAND
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DC's homeless pack up as sweeps are expected. What we know about Trump's plan to clear encampments
SUMMARY: Some of the District of Columbia’s homeless residents are packing their belongings before an expected sweep to clear out remaining encampments around the nation’s capital. Thursday's actions are part of President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of policing in the city. Trump said this week that homeless people will be moved far from the city as part of his crackdown on crime. But details of the plan to do so are unclear. Washington’s status as a congressionally established federal district gives Trump the opportunity to push his tough-on-crime agenda. It’s prompted concern from advocates and others who say there are better ways to address homelessness.
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Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against diversity programs at schools and colleges
SUMMARY: A federal judge has struck down two Trump administration actions aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the nation’s schools and universities. In her ruling on Thursday, U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Maryland stated that the Education Department violated the law when it threatened to cut federal funding from educational institutions that continued with DEI initiatives. The judge’s ruling followed a motion for summary judgment from the American Federation of Teachers and the American Sociological Association, which challenged the government’s actions in a February lawsuit.
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Bondi names DEA head as DC's 'emergency police commissioner,' but capital leaders push back
SUMMARY: Attorney General Pam Bondi has named the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration as Washington’s “emergency police commissioner,” saying she is granting him the powers of the police chief amid President Donald Trump’s takeover. Bondi said in an directive issued Thursday evening that DEA boss Terry Cole will assume “powers and duties vested in the District of Columbia Chief of Police.” But the capital’s attorney general responded that Bondi's order was “unlawful” and said local officers must continue to follow Police Chief Pamela Smith's orders. Mayor Muriel Bowser says “there is no statute that conveys the District’s personnel authority to a federal official.”
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Richard Thomas dons wig and mustache to play icon Mark Twain in one-man play touring the US
SUMMARY: Richard Thomas has taken on the role of Mark Twain in a one-man show originally performed by Hal Holbrook. The Emmy Award winner immediately accepted the offer to star in “Mark Twain Tonight!” The show tours more than a dozen states this summer and fall. Holbrook portrayed Twain for over 50 years, making more than 2,300 performances. Thomas jokes about following in Holbrook's footsteps and Twain's. The show mixes Twain's speeches and passages from his books to offer a multidimensional look at the American icon. Thomas sees Twain as representing America perfectly with all its contradictions.
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What states are doing in the battle over congressional maps as Texas pursues plan Trump sought
SUMMARY: Texas Republicans and President Donald Trump are pushing to redraw congressional maps to secure more GOP seats in the U.S. House. That has sparked a fierce battle across multiple statehouses, with each major party considering redrawing maps that they control. Texas Democrats left the state to halt a vote on redistricting. It is not clear when they will return. But the new maps are expected eventually to win legislative approval. California Democrats are considering reshaping their congressional districts in retaliation. Missouri, New York, Wisconsin, Maryland, Florida, Ohio and Indiana are also responding in various ways, highlighting the growing national conflict over gerrymandering and redistricting strategies.
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NEW JERSEY
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Richard Thomas dons wig and mustache to play icon Mark Twain in one-man play touring the US
SUMMARY: Richard Thomas has taken on the role of Mark Twain in a one-man show originally performed by Hal Holbrook. The Emmy Award winner immediately accepted the offer to star in “Mark Twain Tonight!” The show tours more than a dozen states this summer and fall. Holbrook portrayed Twain for over 50 years, making more than 2,300 performances. Thomas jokes about following in Holbrook's footsteps and Twain's. The show mixes Twain's speeches and passages from his books to offer a multidimensional look at the American icon. Thomas sees Twain as representing America perfectly with all its contradictions.
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Air quality concerns linger in the wake of steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania
SUMMARY: Allegheny County is increasing air quality monitoring after an explosion at a U.S. Steel plant south of Pittsburgh killed two people and injured more than 10 others. The county announced Thursday that mobile air units from the state and Carnegie Mellon University will be stationed in the Mon Valley. These measures are part of an ongoing investigation into the explosion at Clairton Coke Works on Monday. The plant has a history of environmental issues, including a 2018 fire that led to repeated releases of sulfur dioxide. The facility is the largest coking operation in North America.
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MARYLAND
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100 years of AP All-America football teams: Here's who we think are the best of the best
SUMMARY: Ohio State and Pittsburgh each placed three players on The Associated Press All-Time All-America football team and four other schools have two players each on the first team. The unveiling of the all-time team is part of the news organization’s celebration of the 100th anniversary of the AP All-America team. The Big Ten led all conferences with seven selections, two more than the Southeastern Conference. A panel of 12 AP sports writers who cover college football selected the all-time team. It cannot be considered definitive. There have been far more great players over the last century than spots available.
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Tomoyuki Sugano earns 10th victory as Orioles outlast Mariners 5-3 after long rain delay
SUMMARY: Rookie Tomoyuki Sugano earned his 10th victory by working 5 1/3 sharp innings before a lengthy rain delay, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Seattle Mariners 5-3. Julio Rodríguez homered for Seattle, which has dropped consecutive games since winning eight in a row. The Mariners fell 1 1/2 games behind AL West-leading Houston. Catcher Cal Raleigh, who leads the majors with 45 home runs, was out of Seattle’s starting lineup for only the fifth time this season. He walked as pinch-hitter in the ninth. Sugano improved to 10-5. The 35-year-old from Japan threw 81 pitches and was pulled after the 2-hour, 18-minute delay.
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Jose Tena's 2-run single helps Nationals rally for 3-2 win over Phillies
SUMMARY: Jose Tena hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the seventh inning, Paul DeJong homered for the third time in five games and the Washington Nationals rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2. DeJong walked leading off the seventh against Jesus Luzardo. Riley Adams doubled, Daylen Lile walked and, with one out, Tena singled past the drawn-in infield against Orion Kerkering to put Washington ahead 3-2. Shinnosuke Ogasawara struck out Kyle Schwarber with a runner on to end the seventh and got his first major league win. Trea Turner had three infield hits for the National League East-leading Phillies, who have lost three straight while scoring three runs.
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Albies' double in eighth inning secures Braves' 4-3 win over Mets
SUMMARY: Ozzie Albies homered, drove in the go-ahead run with a double in the eighth inning, and hit an RBI single as the Atlanta Braves beat the slumping New York Mets 4-3. Bryce Elder (5-9) allowed two earned) runs over seven innings for the Braves. Raisel Iglesias earned his 17th save. Michael Harris II tied the game 3-3 with an RBI double off Ryan Helsley (3-3) in the eighth before scoring on Albies’ hit to deep right. Francisco Lindor hit a third-inning solo homer and Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso also knocked in runs for the Mets, who have lost 13 of their last 15 games.
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Bryce Lance believes he still has more to offer North Dakota State after championship season
SUMMARY: Bryce Lance could have cited plenty of reasons if he had chosen to leave North Dakota State for a Football Bowl Subdivision program for his senior season. Lance decided he had more a compelling case to stick around. The younger brother of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Trey Lance is back at North Dakota State after helping the Bison win the 2024 FCS title while catching 17 touchdown passes to lead all Football Championship Subdivision players. He heads our list of players to watch from outside the FBS programs.
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Aaron Rodgers, T.J. Watt, and most other Steelers stars will skip preseason meeting with Tampa Bay
SUMMARY: Mike Tomlin has decided not to play Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh's preseason game against Tampa Bay. Rodgers, the NFL's oldest player and a four-time MVP, is expected to make his official debut with the Steelers in the season opener against the New York Jets on Sept. 7. Tomlin has rarely played starters in the final exhibition game, and Rodgers is likely to sit out the preseason finale with Carolina on Aug. 21. Other key players, including T.J. Watt and DK Metcalf, also will sit out against the Buccaneers. Tomlin believes these veterans have shown enough in practice.
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Eagles' Landon Dickerson serves beers at practice while recovering from knee surgery
SUMMARY: Landon Dickerson has been sidelined after meniscus surgery, leaving the Eagles without their three-time Pro Bowl lineman. He was injured during Sunday's practice. Brett Toth has stepped in at left guard during training and likely will start in the Eagles' preseason game against the Browns on Saturday. Coach Nick Sirianni praised Toth's versatility and depth. Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson expressed relief that Dickerson's injury wasn't season-ending. Toth, known for his intelligence and adaptability, has had multiple stints with the Eagles, primarily on the practice squad.
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100 years of AP All-America football teams: Here's who we think are the best of the best
SUMMARY: Ohio State and Pittsburgh each placed three players on The Associated Press All-Time All-America football team and four other schools have two players each on the first team. The unveiling of the all-time team is part of the news organization’s celebration of the 100th anniversary of the AP All-America team. The Big Ten led all conferences with seven selections, two more than the Southeastern Conference. A panel of 12 AP sports writers who cover college football selected the all-time team. It cannot be considered definitive. There have been far more great players over the last century than spots available.
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Nationals designate 1B Nathaniel Lowe for assignment and reinstate OF Dylan Crews from the 60-day IL
SUMMARY: The Washington Nationals have designated first baseman Nathaniel Lowe for assignment and reinstated outfielder Dylan Crews from the 60-day injured list. Lowe hit a career-worst .216 in 119 games for Washington. He hit 16 homers, including a grand slam on Wednesday, and drove in 68 runs after he was acquired in a trade with Texas on Dec. 22 for left-hander Robert Garcia. Crews returns after playing in 13 rehab games with Triple-A Rochester. He was placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain on May 21.
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NL East-leading Phillies going with a 6-man rotation when Aaron Nola returns on Sunday
SUMMARY: Phillies manager Rob Thomson says he is going to use a six-man rotation beginning this weekend when Aaron Nola returns from the injured list. Nola is lined up for the series finale Sunday against the Nationals. The 32-year-old right-hander is coming back from a right ankle sprain. Left-hander Ranger Suárez takes the mound on Monday against the Mariners. The NL East leaders also have ace right-hander Zack Wheeler, lefties Cristopher Sánchez and Jesús Luzardo, and right-hander Taijuan Walker. Thomson says he isn’t sure how long he is going to go with the six-man rotation.
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Jose Tena's 2-run single helps Nationals rally for 3-2 win over Phillies
SUMMARY: Jose Tena hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the seventh inning, Paul DeJong homered for the third time in five games and the Washington Nationals rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2. DeJong walked leading off the seventh against Jesus Luzardo. Riley Adams doubled, Daylen Lile walked and, with one out, Tena singled past the drawn-in infield against Orion Kerkering to put Washington ahead 3-2. Shinnosuke Ogasawara struck out Kyle Schwarber with a runner on to end the seventh and got his first major league win. Trea Turner had three infield hits for the National League East-leading Phillies, who have lost three straight while scoring three runs.
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