Regional Sports & Safety Monitor

• A semi overturned on southbound I-75 near milepost 144 just after 3:30 AM, triggering a box truck collision.
• The 63-year-old box truck driver...

College football stands apart through identity and pageantry, not just scores.

• Built-in identity: Teams form part of personal history with...

Blue Ridge residents on McKinney Road and in Riverwood Subdivision face a planned water interruption.

• When: Monday, August 3, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Why: City crews performing system repairs
• Note: Officials ask for patience while work is completed

The Rays are tracking success on two fronts this August.

• On-field dominance: A 9-4 win over the Padres made Tampa Bay the first AL team to 80 wins...

• Ohio issued its first Blue Alert in over two years after a Gibsonburg officer was stabbed Aug. 26, 2026, mobilizing statewide notices to track the...

Brian Pavluchuk's decade-long record of allegations includes a 2017 firearm dispute, 2021 physical contact probe as instructor, and 2024 resignation...

Ryan Huber's experience as recruiting coordinator and defensive player development coach at Middle Tennessee State should help Columbia State attract...

Division I baseball teams gain the option to challenge called balls and strikes starting with the 2027 experimental season. The Southeastern Conference already tested the system during its May tournament.

The Blue Ridge Parkway delivers rare accessibility to natural beauty and history across 469 miles, acting as a vital economic lifeline for mountain towns even after Helene's damage. Its public-land vision remains a standout achievement.

The Royals (61-75) lack very strong form heading into Cleveland, where pitching matchups, odds, and betting predictions shape the preview.

August 31 stands out as a baseball time capsule, blending equipment shifts, pitching dominance, and family firsts.

• 1909 cork-centered ball patent...

Does Martín Pérez’s resurgence and Atlanta’s post-deadline rotation surge offer real proof of October readiness?

• Pérez’s impact: 5 2/3 solid...

• Friday slate featured mostly backups as teams finalized 53-man rosters, with starters largely rested across matchups
• Broncos-Vikings: Carson Wentz...

Voters saw broad agreement between Ager and Balkcom on agriculture, but clear differences remained limited.

• Both candidates stressed supporting...

This free City Hall event lets families meet responders, explore safety demos, and gather practical tips while kids enjoy Touch-a-Truck and Smokey Bear. Use the booths and giveaways to build real household readiness.

Do age-based eligibility changes fairly treat athletes caught between old and new standards?

• Remy Marsh, a Houston Christian pitcher and 2022 high...

• EAST: Albany (NY) tops New Hampshire 28-14; Colgate beats Fordham 24-14
• SOUTH: Lenoir-Rhyne dominates Virginia Union 45-3
• FAR WEST: Cal Poly slips past Idaho 38-34; Weber State edges N. Colorado 30-29

Landon Cochran's annual Pitching for Pediatrics softball event at Penn State Harrisburg turns baseball passion into direct support for pediatric...

• Family 911 call after threats to kill relatives and officers triggered the overnight SWAT standoff
• Suspect fired at armored vehicles and deputies,...

A 10-day January transfer portal window and tighter practice limits could accelerate roster decisions for FBS programs.

• Portal window: Shrinks to...