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When wildfires swept through Oklahoma, nearly 300 homes and structures were destroyed, leaving residents like Geraldine and Charles Wyrick homeless and without their prized possessions. The fires, fueled by dry vegetation and hurricane-force winds, created dystopian landscapes across the state, with only a few homes spared in some neighborhoods. While firefighting crews worked to contain the blazes, a state of emergency was declared for 12 counties as residents braced for more critical fire weather conditions...

Najee Harris, a top prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft, was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers but has now signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency. Harris acknowledged that he saw his departure from the Steelers coming, citing the business side of the NFL. Despite facing challenges with Pittsburgh's offensive line and quarterback changes, Harris consistently surpassed 1,000 rushing yards in each of his four seasons with the team, showcasing...

The Patriots have missed out on landing top wide receivers like DK Metcalf, Chris Godwin, and Cooper Kupp in free agency. However, there are still options available, including veterans like Stefon Diggs and Keenan Allen, as well as a trade opportunity for Brandon Aiyuk. While Diggs is coming off an ACL injury, he offers high potential, Allen is a consistent performer seeking to play for specific teams, and Aiyuk, despite his injury, has shown great...

President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to accelerate mass deportations of individuals in the country illegally, citing an alleged invasion by a Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua. A federal judge in Washington blocked the administration from deporting five Venezuelans, leading to legal battles over Trump's use of the Act. The Trump administration appealed the restraining order, arguing that halting presidential actions before announcement could hinder national security measures. Full Article

WNBA champion Natasha Cloud criticized new fans for their negative reaction to fouls against Caitlin Clark, attributing it to racism. She defended the physical nature of the game and dismissed claims of targeting Clark, stating it was about playing against a top player. While some players like Angel Reese and Sue Bird have criticized these fans, USC star JuJu Watkins welcomed them, emphasizing the importance of increasing viewership and support for women's basketball. Full Article

Abdul Carter is highly regarded as the top prospect in the NFL draft, competing with Travis Hunter for the top spot. Despite being a top-five pick and potentially going first overall to the Titans, a mock draft has him falling to the New York Jets at no. 7. Carter's elite athleticism and production at Penn State make him a game-changer on defense, making him a valuable asset for any team in need of a pass...