Boston Celtics John Havlicek, Boston Celtics great, dies at 79USA TODAY SportsBOSTON (AP) — John Havlicek's legacy was built over 16 years with the Boston Celtics, eight of them as NBA champions, making him among the best to ever play the game. "Havlicek stole the ball! "Havlicek
Green Bay Packers Packers take Gary at No. 12, trade up for Savage at No. 21USA TODAY SportsGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said his veteran additions on defense during free agency gave him more flexibility with his draft picks, but it didn't necessarily mean he
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBoston Celtics John Havlicek, Hall of Famer and Celtics legend, dies at 79USA TODAY Sports - Jeff ZillgittJohn Havlicek, who won eight NBA championships with the Boston Celtics and was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1984, died Thursday. He was 79. Havlicek suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoKyler Murray 3 quarterbacks among first 15 picks early surprise of draftUSA TODAY SportsHeisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray going No. 1 overall in the NFL draft? Five picks after the draft opened Thursday night with the Arizona Cardinals selecting Murray, the New York Giants took Jones earlier
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoQuinnen Williams Jets draft Alabama DT Quinnen Williams with No. 3 pickUSA TODAY SportsFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets got a big building block for their new-look defense with their first pick in the NFL draft. Alabama defensive tackle Quinnen Williams was selected No. 3 overall
Voter Fraud Texas mayor Richard Molina charged with organized election fraud, illegal votingUSA TODAY - Kristin LamA Texas mayor was arrested for voter fraud for allegedly attempting to rig his own election, state Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Thursday. Authorities charged Edinburg Mayor Richard Molina with
Kyler Murray Kyler Murray selected by Cardinals as NFL draft's No. 1 pick in historic moveUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzKyler Murray's change of heart led him to a historic point in sports history. The Oklahoma quarterback was selected No. 1 overall by the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday, making him the first player ever
Cincinnati Reds Reds analyst Chris Welsh offers apology over Ozzie Albies commentsUSA TODAY Sports - John FayCincinnati Reds television analyst Chris Welsh caused an internet firestorm Wednesday night when he said this about Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies: “It’s funny, I’ve read a lot about it, and
NFL Draft Opinion: NFL must ban Tyreek Hill if audio found to be legitimateUSA TODAY Sports - Nancy ArmourIf the audiotape is legitimate, if Tyreek Hill really did physically abuse his son and threaten his fiancée, the Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver doesn’t belong in the NFL. A jail cell, a psychologist’s
New York Giants Giants select Duke QB Daniel Jones with No. 6 pick in NFL draft as Eli Manning's successorUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzThe New York Giants drafted Duke quarterback Daniel Jones with the No. 6 overall pick in the first round of Thursday's NFL draft, positioning him as the eventual replacement for their 38-year-old passer.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoCarolina Panthers Panthers select Florida State DE Burns with 1st round pickUSA TODAY SportsCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers hope they have found another explosive pass rushing defensive end in Brian Burns. Carolina selected the Florida State standout with the 16th pick in Thursday's
Sports Coyle scores 2, leads Bruins to 3-2 OT win over ColumbusUSA TODAY SportsBOSTON (AP) — Charlie Coyle wasn't thinking about his first goal, which tied things up at the end of regulation. What was weighing on him was the time he coughed up the puck and handed Columbus a goal,
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Lacking 1st-round pick, Cowboys could play it safe in 2ndUSA TODAY SportsFRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have gambled in the second round a couple of times in recent NFL drafts, taking Randy Gregory knowing off-field issues could affect the defensive end's availability
Taylor Swift Taylor Swift is dropping her new song 'ME!' at midnight, with guest Brendon UrieUSA TODAY - Dave PaulsonThat's the name of Taylor Swift's new song, which will be released at the stroke of midnight Friday. Also at midnight, Swift will simultaneously release a music video for "ME!" on YouTube. The singer host
Sports Porcello gets first win, Red Sox beat Tigers 7-3USA TODAY SportsBOSTON (AP) — Six solid innings by Rick Porcello were plenty with Boston's suddenly resurgent offense hitting more like last year's World Series champions. Porcello got his first win of the season and
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Dolphins draft Clemson DT Christian Wilkins in 1st roundUSA TODAY SportsDAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Moments after becoming a Miami Dolphin, defensive tackle Christian Wilkins nearly sacked Roger Goodell. Wilkins gleefully leaped into the commissioner on the draft stage in Nashville,
Dwayne Haskins Redskins pick QB Dwayne Haskins in first round of NFL draft amid uncertaintyUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzThe Washington Redskins made another big addition at quarterback amid uncertainty surrounding Alex Smith's future. The Redskins drafted Dwayne Haskins of Ohio State with the No. 15 overall pick in the
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoDwayne Haskins Redskins get QB, draft Ohio State's Haskins with 15th pickUSA TODAY SportsASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Dwayne Haskins met Dan Snyder's son in high school in suburban Washington, and it began the path to being drafted by the Redskins. Snyder and team President Bruce Allen had their sights
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports No QB this time: Bengals take tackle Williams in 1st roundUSA TODAY SportsCINCINNATI (AP) — No quarterback. No linebacker, either. Instead, the Bengals revisited their years-long effort to fix their offensive line with their first pick in the draft. The Bengals took Alabama
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoPittsburgh Steelers Steelers trade up in first round to draft linebacker BushUSA TODAY SportsPITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers moved up in the first round to select Michigan linebacker Devin Bush with the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft. Pittsburgh initially owned the No. 20 overall
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Buccaneers select LB Devin White in 1st round of NFL draftUSA TODAY SportsTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are counting on Devin White to help them become relevant again. The powerful and speedy LSU linebacker was the fifth pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night,
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBuffalo Bills Bills draft Houston defensive tackle Ed Oliver with 9th pickUSA TODAY SportsORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Sean McDermott didn't need to be reminded about the impression defensive tackle Ed Oliver made during his pro day workout at the University of Houston. The Buffalo Bills coach
John Yarmuth Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez deletes tweet after mistaking a Democrat for a RepublicanUSA TODAY - Rebecca MorinFreshman Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez deleted a tweet Thursday after she attempted to call out "older male" Republicans for posing next to a cardboard cutout of her. The lawmaker wasn't a though.
United States US incarceration rates down 10%. What does it tell us?USA TODAY - Jorge L. OrtizOn its face, news that the incarceration rate in the U.S. decreased by 10 percent over a decade is most welcome, and experts deem it a significant development. They also warn to look deeper into the issue
Ryan Reynolds Ryan Reynolds' daughter brags about superhero father to strangers: 'My daddy's Deadpool!'USA TODAY - Carly MallenbaumRyan Reynolds' four year old has not watched his R-rated "Deadpool" films. But she's still proud of her dad for playing the Merc With a Mouth. According to Reynolds, who chatted on the phone from Tokyo
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Chiefs' Tyreek Hill accused of hitting son, threatening fiancee in audioUSA TODAY Sports - Lorenzo ReyesOne day after a district attorney in Kansas declined to press charges against all-pro Kansas City Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill and his fiancée related to a child abuse investigation, audio has emerged a
Play buttonGotham 'Gotham' finale: Fox show's legacy hinged on cops and crooks, not BatmanUSA TODAY - Brian TruittFox's “Gotham” has long been known as "the Batman show without Batman," although it was inevitable the Dark Knight would show his cowl at some point. Not surprisingly, that most famous comic-book caped
Fan Bingbing Fan Bingbing makes first public appearance in months after mysteriously vanishingUSA TODAY - Cydney HendersonChinese superstar Fan Bingbing is returning to the spotlight after mysteriously disappearing from the public eye in the midst a tax fraud investigation. The "X-Men: Days of Future Past" actress, 37, made
Chicago, IL Simultaneous lightning strikes light up Chicago skylineUSA TODAY Multiple lightning strikes hit over Chicago, Illinois at the same time on Monday, April 22, lighting up the skyline.
Tiffany Haddish Tiffany Haddish shares a throwback photo of herself 'homeless, hungry, scared' before fameUSA TODAY - Cydney HendersonTiffany Haddish is reflecting on a promise she made to herself years ago when she was homeless. The comedian, 39, took to Instagram Thursday to share a throwback picture of herself performing a stand-up
