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Sun Apr 28 2024

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What happened this weekend? At least two people were killed when tornadoes blasted the Midwest, and more bad weather was on the way. Protests against the Israeli war in Gaza war multiply across the nation's college campuses. And two-time WNBA MVP Candace Parker announced her retirement after 16 seasons.

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2 dead in Oklahoma as tornadoes blast Midwest; more storms coming

Tornado damage is seen in Sulphur, Okla., on Sunday, April 28, 2024, after severe storms hit the area the night before.

The storm system was threatening parts of Texas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa through Sunday night.

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Protesters and law enforcement officers face off on the Alumni Lawn at Arizona State University's Tempe campus on April 27, 2024.

Demonstrators breach barriers, clash at UCLA as campus protests multiply

Protesters want their schools to stop investing in Israeli firms that are involved with or profit from Israel's war against Hamas.

Candace Parker averaged a career-low 9.0 points per game, but won her third WNBA title last season with the Las Vegas Aces.

Two-time WNBA MVP announces her retirement after 16 seasons

Candace Parker, who won her third WNBA title last season with the Las Vegas Aces, retires after a career that also included two Olympic gold medals.

Eric Church performs on the Mane Stage during Stagecoach country music festival in Indio, Calif., Friday, April 26, 2024.

The song that Eric Church played at Stagecoach that had people leaving

Festivalgoers at Stagecoach, the nation's largest country music star, left in droves during genre superstar Eric Church's acoustic gospel set.

TOPSHOT - Former film producer Harvey Weinstein appears in court at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, California, on 04 October 2022. - Weinstein was extradited from New York to Los Angeles to face sex-related charges. (Photo by ETIENNE LAURENT / POOL / AFP) (Photo by ETIENNE LAURENT/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 2020 rape conviction overturned

Famed Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized after an appeals court overturned his 2020 rape conviction earlier this week.

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 29: National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby answers questions during the daily White House press briefing on January 29, 2024 in Washington, DC. Kirby answered a range of questions related primarily to a drone strike in Jordan yesterday that killed three U.S. service members, believed to have been carried out by an Iran-backed militia group. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 776098490 ORIG FILE ID: 1970762206

Israel agrees not to invade Rafah until US leaders share concerns, Biden official says

Rafah is currently home to more than one million Palestinian civilians and is the last Hamas stronghold in Gaza, according to Israel.

Apr 26, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears first round draft choices Rome Odunze (left) and Caleb Williams (right) pose for photos at a press conference at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

NFL draft grades: Which teams aced their classes and which bombed?

With the 2024 NFL draft complete, it's time to hand out grades. Which teams topped our ranking of the best team classes, and which fell to the back?

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaking to the media as the Senate takes up a $95B foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

Mitch McConnell says he doesn't see a path forward for national abortion ban

A staunch opponent of abortion rights, the Senate minority leader admitted he doesn't believe a bill limiting access to the procedure would pass Congress.

Michael Whatley, North Carolina Republican Party Chairman, speaks during a campaign event for U.S. President Donald Trump, not pictured, in Dallas, North Carolina, U.S., October 1, 2020. REUTERS/Al Drago

GOP lawsuits target absentee ballots, voter rolls in swing states

The Republican Party is not always successful in bringing lawsuits, but the subjects are far-reaching, and their breadth is ambitious.

This combination photo show President Joe Biden, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump speaking at various events.

Trump is attacking RFK Jr. for taking support from in 2024 election

Donald Trump said on his Truth Social website that a vote for RFKJr. would essentially be a 'wasted protest vote'

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Sun Apr 28 2024

NFL draft grades: Which teams aced their classes and which bombed?

Apr 26, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears first round draft choices Rome Odunze (left) and Caleb Williams (right) pose for photos at a press conference at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

With the 2024 NFL draft complete, it's time to hand out grades. Which teams topped our ranking of the best team classes, and which fell to the back?

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Rugby player Travis Clayton shows his excitement after being drafted by the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, April 27, 2024, during the NFL draft in Detroit.

NFL draft winners, losers: One team puzzles with punter pick

Day 3 of the NFL draft brought an end to the festivities in Detroit, but there was so much more to the action throughout Saturday.

Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes throws during their spring game at Folsom Field on April 27, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado.

2025 NFL mock draft: QB uncertainty drives early first-round look

A 2025 NFL mock draft is a fitting follow-up to this year's event, which was rooted in uncertainty. Where could the stars of next season land?

Brewers players celebrate their walk-off win in the 11th inning against the Yankees.

'Quite the rodeo': NL Central leaders start hot despite slew of injuries

Hoping to reach the postseason for the sixth time in seven years, the Brewers lead in the NL Central, overcoming a rash of injuries.

Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders poses for pictures at his pop-up retail event in Boulder, Colorado, on April 26, 2024.

Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders swarmed at pop-up retail event

Colorado's star quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, showed up in a Tesla Cyberbeast and then raked in merchandise sales for his Legendary brand.

The NFL draft will be held in Detroit for the first time.

All the picks: Team-by-team 2024 NFL draft selections

Here is a team-by-team look, including analysis, for all the 257 selections in the 2024 NFL draft.

Missouri Tigers running back Cody Schrader (7) rushes against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second quarter at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium.

NFL draft's best undrafted free agents: Top talent on the market

With the 2024 NFL draft complete, a new scramble for talent is on as teams race to sign the best undrafted free agents available.

Alabama defensive back Jaylen Key tackles Texas running back Jonathon Brooks (24) during the Longhorns' 34-24 win.

Alabama safety joins Brock Purdy as 'Mr. Irrelevant' in 2024 NFL draft

Mr. Irrelevant, the nickname given to the final pick of the NFL draft, became more relevant after 49ers' Brock Purdy's success. Here's the 2024 pick.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles against Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (5) during the third quarter of Game 4.

Lakers beat Nuggets at last. Is Game 4 win a blueprint for more?

The Los Angeles Lakers staved off playoff elimination while ending an 11-game losing streak against the Denver Nuggets.

A huge crowd turned out for the Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. May, 6, 2023.

2024 Kentucky Derby post positions set: Here's the full list

Post positions were drawn Saturday ahead of the 2024 Kentucky Derby, which takes place on May 4 at the legendary Churchill Downs in Louisville.

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