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Peloton star partnering with local foundation to promote brain aneurysm awareness, research

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

A local nonprofit is launching a new campaign to rise awareness about the signs of a brain aneurysm and a superstar trainer is helping the cause.Peloton star Adrian Williams is partnering with the Hanover-based Brain Aneurysm Foundation for their new Stop the Pop campaign.“The big mission for me is ultimately to share awareness in order to save lives,” he said.Williams lost his grandmother to a brain aneurysm in 2018.The foundations aims to raise awareness about symptoms and risk factors and promote research.For more information visit the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.

Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey, LT Ronnie Stanley exit with injuries vs. Browns

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

The Ravens lost two key starters to injury Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.Cornerback Marlon Humphrey exited with an ankle injury in the third quarter, while left tackle Ronnie Stanley suffered a knee injury in the fourth. Both were ruled questionable to return.Humphrey was injured after a short pass over the middle to Browns tight end David Njoku midway through the third quarter. He remained down on the field but was sitting up as trainers tended to him. Brandon Stephens and Rock Ya-Sin lined up as the outside corners with Humphrey sidelined.A two-time Pro Bowl selection, Humphrey missed the first four games of the season while recovering from mid-August foot surgery. He also popped up on the injury report Thursday with a hamstring injury and was limited in practice, but started Sunday despite being listed as questionable to play.Stanley, meanwhile, got his right leg rolled up on early in the fourth quarter. The 2019 All-Pro pounded the turf in pain before being tended to by tr...

Andover schools closed Monday as teacher strike continues

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

Andover public schools will be closed Monday due to the ongoing teachers strike after sides failed to reach a deal despite a marathon round of talks over the weekend.“They came back with the same exact offer, and they said we’re closing the schools at eight o’clock,” said Andover Education Association (AEA) President Matthew Bach at a 6 p.m. press conference Sunday. “They have decided to close the schools.”The ultimate decision to close schools Monday came just after 9 p.m. Sunday.Box breakfasts and lunches will continue to be provided for students and can be picked up at the town’s Bancroft Elementary School. Breakfast can be picked up from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Andover educators voted to authorize a strike Thursday following nine months of failed contract negotiations. Teachers took to the picket lines Friday, and classes were canceled for 5,500 public school students.The union announced negotiations ...

New Brazilian steakhouse offers all-you-can-eat meat in the Embarcadero

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Meats are sizzling at a new Brazilian steakhouse in the Embarcadero, which is now welcoming guests to dine-in at the Seaport Village hub.Galpão Gaucho has officially opened its seventh U.S. location in America's Finest City, offering a menu inspired by the gaucho culture and the authentic dining tradition of "the Brazilian cowboy" -- grilled meats and fresh salads.For a little insight, the gaucho holds great significance in Southern Brazilian culture. "The Brazilian cowboy" is a skilled horseman and cattle herder, who played a vital role in the development of Southern Brazil's agricultural and farming industry, a spokesperson for the steakhouse explained. Top 50 places to eat in San Diego: Yelp The gaucho's way of life and traditions has influenced Galpão Gaucho's cuisine. The menu is rooted in the grilling techniques and flavors of "the Southern Brazilian cowboy," the spokesperson explained further. The restaurant imported special grills from Brazil that allow f...

Group of 5 people robbed at gunpoint in Goose Island

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

CHICAGO — An investigation is underway on Sunday afternoon after a group was robbed at gunpoint in Goose Island, police say. According to Chicago police, the armed robbery happened just after 2 p.m. in the 1000 block of West Division Street. Charges filed against man accused of Southwest Side armed robbery, police chase Police say the group, which consisted of three men and two women, was held up at gunpoint by four men who approached them in a dark-colored SUV. The men exited the SUV and pulled out guns before demanding property from the victim.According to police, all five of the victims complied with the demands and the men stole their belongings before fleeing the scene in the vehicle they arrived in. Officers say nobody was injured during the robbery. Man stabbed after argument breaks out following car crash in New City Police say no arrests have been made and an investigation is currently underway. Anyone with information on the armed robbery is asked to call CPD Area...

Cowboys rout Giants 49-17 behind Dak's 400-yard, 5-TD game

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dak Prescott was told his Dallas Cowboys had just beaten the New York Giants by 72 points combined in the two meetings of the NFC East rivals this season.“Yeah,” the star quarterback said, “I was about to say that's gotta be a record.”MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersYeah, it was.Prescott threw for 404 yards and four touchdowns while running for another score Sunday in a 49-17 rout that extended the Cowboys' home winning streak to 12.The Cowboys (6-3) won 40-0 in the opener in New Jersey, and the 72-point margin was their largest in a sweep of an NFC East opponent, topping their 66-point edge against Philadelphia in 1969.“That’s unfathomable,” Dallas owner/general manager Jerry Jones said.The Giants (2-8) were outgained 368-27 in the first half with Tommy DeVito as the first undrafted rookie to start for them at quarterback in the commo...

For the first time ever, Vikings safety Cam Bynum played an NFL game in front of his wife

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

The stars aligned Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.Vikings safety Cam Bynum spotted the ball floating in the air and dove to make an interception. He immediately got up and sprinted the length of the field before tossing the ball to his wife Lalaine in the stands. It was the first time she had ever seen her husband play an NFL game in person.“I was like, ‘I need to make a play and hand her the ball,’ ” Bynum said. “I was glad I was able to do it.”It was a long time coming for the couple, whose story went viral last month after Bynum had a memorable performance on Monday Night Football, then let the whole world know that he and his wife have been unable to obtain the paperwork needed for her to come from the Philippines to  the U.S.That exposure helped the Bynums finally reunite in Minnesota. She arrived last week, and the couple decided to keep her presence a secret until the Vikings hosted the New Orleans Saints. As he and his teammates prepared to ru...

Police: Man shot at gas station in south St. Louis

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS – St. Louis police are investigating a shooting at a gas station in south city Sunday evening.The shooting happened at the MotoMart, located at Chippewa Street and Jefferson Avenue, in the Gravois Park neighborhood.The victim, an adult man, suffered a gunshot wound to his stomach. He was unconscious and not breathing when he was taken to a local hospital.This is a developing story.

Millstadt police arrest suspected 'fake cop'

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

MILLSTADT, Ill. – Police in Illinois say they’ve arrested someone impersonating law enforcement. Anyone who thinks they've been pulled over by the individual should contact authorities immediately.Millstadt police say the driver will face charges. We're still waiting to learn their name, what charges they'll face, or how long they were able to do this.

Nuggets bench struggles as Houston Rockets pull off upset in spite of massive Nikola Jokic game

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:29:39 GMT

On the road for the first time this season without Jamal Murray, the Nuggets suffered the second loss of their title defense Sunday, falling 107-104 to the feisty Rockets in Houston.Denver (8-2) returns home to face the Clippers on Tuesday night in an in-season tournament game.Depth woes, illuminatedSince Murray’s injury a week ago, Denver’s bench has been strained and out of sync, shaken out of its strong start to the season. Detractors of the defending champions often identify their questionable depth as the Achilles’ heel, and it was easy to see why Sunday night.While Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon combined for 77 points on 30-of-55 shooting, the rest of the team scored 27 points on 36 shot attempts. The bench was outscored 31-8 by Houston’s, and after three quarters, the only backup who had cracked the scorebook was Collin Gillespie, a two-way contract point guard who isn’t even supposed to be part of Denver’s regular 10-man...