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In Maryland Politics: Seeing similarities between Manchin and Hogan; Jewish group salutes embattled immigrant rights group

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin (D) got headlines this week that former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) could only envy.Manchin’s announcement that he wouldn’t run for reelection in 2024, all but guaranteeing that Republicans will pick up his seat — and move that much closer to grabbing control of the chamber in the next Congress — was national news. U.S. Rep. Alex Mooney — well known to Marylanders from his time in the state Senate and as chair of the Maryland GOP — is among the Republicans seeking Manchin’s seat, though he’s trailing Gov. Jim Justice in the polls.But Manchin’s news was also of supreme interest to another Maryland Republican, Hogan, who, like Manchin, continues to promote the idea that a centrist, independent ticket can compete with President Biden and former President Donald Trump in the 2024 White House election. In his videotaped announcement Thursday, Manchin said he plans to tour the country to try to “unite the middle.”&...

Paolo Banchero and Wagner brothers power Magic to a 112-97 win over Bucks

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Paolo Banchero had 26 points and 12 rebounds, Orlando’s Wagner brothers combined for 43 points and the Magic dealt the Milwaukee Bucks their second straight loss, 112-97 on Saturday night.Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo had 35 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, two nights after a 54-point effort in Thursday’s loss at Indiana.The Bucks played a second game without Damian Lillard, who has a sore left calf.Franz Wagner scored 24 for the Magic and Mo Wagner came off the bench with 19 points and four rebounds. Jalen Suggs added 20 points.The loss broke Milwaukee’s 14-game win streak against the Magic and marked the Bucks’ first loss in Orlando since March 14, 2018.The Bucks fell behind 65-49 after a first half in which they had nine turnovers and missed nine free throws while sending the Magic at the line for 21 attempts. Orlando shot a season-high 35 foul shots in the game, making 30.The Magic took that 16-point lead into the four...

Cal’s defense comes up big as Bears hold off Washington State 42-39

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — California’s defense had its best game of the season, returning two fumbles for touchdowns and recording a season-high six sacks as the Golden Bears beat Washington State 42-39 on Saturday to end a four-game losing streak and keep their slim bowl hopes alive.Washington State kicker Dean Janikowski missed a pair of field goal attempts in the fourth quarter, including a 48-yarder that was wide left with 50 seconds remaining.Running back Jaydn Ott rushed for 167 yards and accounted for two touchdowns for Cal (4-6, 2-5 Pac-12). Ott, who went over 1,000 yards for the season, missed a chance at a third score when he fumbled in the end zone. Teammate Brian Driscoll recovered and got the touchdown.It was Cal’s defense that made the biggest impact despite being on the field for 97 plays and allowing 483 yards.“Our defense, they all came up big,” said Bears quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who lost a fumble on the Bears opening drive of the second half. “It’s a testament ...

Long’s 20 lead Vermont past SUNY-Plattsburgh 92-41

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — TJ Long scored 20 points as Vermont beat SUNY-Plattsburgh 92-41 on Saturday night.Long shot 7 for 8, including 6 for 7 from beyond the arc for the Catamounts (2-0). Sam Alamutu scored 13 points and added 10 rebounds. Ileri Ayo-Faleye had 11 points and went 4 of 6 from the field.Dylan Trombley led the Cardinals (0-1) in scoring, finishing with 10 points. Franklin Infante added eight points for SUNY-Plattsburgh. Jeremiah Smith also had seven points and two steals.NEXT UPVermont hosts Charleston (SC) in its next matchup on Thursday.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Williamson delivers double-double in Bucknell’s 73-64 win against Niagara

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

LEWISTON, N.Y. (AP) — Noah Williamson had 22 points and 11 rebounds in Bucknell’s 73-64 win against Niagara on Saturday night.Josh Bascoe shot 5 for 7, including 3 for 3 from beyond the arc to add 15 points. Elvin Edmonds IV finished with 15 points and six assists for the Bison (1-2).Ahmad Henderson II led the Purple Eagles (0-2) in scoring, finishing with 28 points and two steals. Niagara also got 11 points from Luke Bumbalough and 10 from Yaw Obeng-Mensah.Bucknell’s next game is Tuesday against La Salle on the road, and Niagara travels to Hawaii for a game on Friday.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Thomas scores 24 as SUNY at Albany takes down Columbia 78-75

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Sebastian Thomas had 24 points in SUNY at Albany’s 78-75 victory against Columbia on Saturday night.Thomas added seven rebounds and five assists for the Great Danes (1-1). Jonathan Beagle scored 20 points while shooting 9 of 12 from the field and 2 for 4 from the line, and added 10 rebounds. Amar’e Marshall had 14 points and was 4 of 12 shooting, including 1 for 4 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 6 from the line.The Lions (0-2) were led in scoring by Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa, who finished with 17 points and three steals. Kenny Noland added 15 points for Columbia. Josh Odunowo also had 14 points and two blocks.NEXT UPAlbany (NY) plays Wednesday against Seton Hall on the road, and Columbia hosts Bard on Sunday.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

NHRA In-N-Out Burger Pairings

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

SaturdayIn-N-Out Pomona DragstripPomona, Calif.Sunday’s PairingsTop Fuel1. Austin Prock, 3.636 seconds, 332.92 mph vs. 16. Ron August, 3.858, 312.64; 2. Steve Torrence, 3.641, 335.65 vs. 15. Spencer Hyde, 3.778, 323.27; 3. Antron Brown, 3.663, 335.82 vs. 14. Clay Millican, 3.758, 306.19; 4. Mike Salinas, 3.663, 332.26 vs. 13. Josh Hart, 3.742, 329.50; 5. Doug Kalitta, 3.666, 333.25 vs. 12. Dan Mercier, 3.716, 328.14; 6. Leah Pruett, 3.674, 336.40 vs. 11. Tony Schumacher, 3.703, 331.20; 7. Billy Torrence, 3.682, 336.74 vs. 10. Shawn Langdon, 3.693, 330.07; 8. Justin Ashley, 3.682, 334.73 vs. 9. Brittany Force, 3.682, 328.14.Funny Car1. Robert Hight, Chevy Camaro, 3.844, 331.61 vs. 16. Jeff Diehl, Toyota Camry, 4.025, 306.74; 2. John Force, Camaro, 3.862, 328.14 vs. 15. Terry Haddock, Ford Mustang, 4.019, 306.95; 3. Cruz Pedregon, Dodge Charger, 3.865, 330.15 vs. 14. Bobby Bode, Mustang, 3.995, 283.25; 4. Matt Hagan, Charger, 3.869, 328.46 vs. 13. Alex Laughlin, Charger, 3.993, ...

Rodriguez, Hill lead UNLV past Stetson 71-55

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Luis Rodriguez scored 15 points in UNLV’s 71-55 victory over Stetson on Saturday night.Rodriguez added nine rebounds for the Rebels (1-1). Jalen Hill added 14 points and 13 rebounds. Jackie Johnson III finished with 10 points.Jalen Blackmon led the Hatters (1-1) in scoring, finishing with 18 points. Aubin Gateretse added 16 points and eight rebounds for Stetson. Stetson visits Houston on Monday and UNLV’s next game is Friday at Pepperdine.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Jaylen Brown scores 29, Jayson Tatum 27 to lead Celtics to easy 117-94 win over Toronto

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored 29 points, Jayson Tatum had 27 and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 117-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.Kristaps Porzingis added 21 points and seven rebounds in 28 minutes for the Celtics, who won their second straight after a 14-point victory over Brooklyn in their first NBA In-Season Tournament game on Friday night.Pascal Siakam led the Raptors with 17 points and seven rebounds. Dennis Schroder had 14 points and Jakob Poeltl 12.Toronto, which had won its last two games — both on the road — shot just 10 for 37 on 3-point attempts.Brown scored 14 in the third quarter when the Celtics pushed their nine-point halftime edge to 24 points midway into the quarter. He started his scoring spree with a left-corner 3 and capped it with a putback jam, coming in on the baseline.Brown had 28 points in the win on Friday. Tatum added 23.Boston led 88-71 after three quarters.With Brown on the bench at the start of the fourth, it was Tatum’s tur...

Experts weigh in on lawsuit against social media tech giant

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:06 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Experts are weighing in after attorneys general across the nation, including Colorado, filed a lawsuit against Facebook’s parent company, Meta, alleging their social media platforms are addictive and harmful to kids. It’s part of an effort to hold social media companies accountable for the addictiveness of their apps.   A Meta engineer saw his own child face harassment on Instagram. Now, he’s testifying before Congress Randi Smith, a professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at MSU Denver, said there have been warnings for several years about the dangers of social media, pointing to the latest advisory issued by the U.S. Surgeon General. “I think that the devices and software are very intentionally designed to keep all of us hooked. The use of algorithms, the tracking of our behavior, the infinite scroll,” Smith said. “All these things prey on our own cognitive shortcomings and can pull us in.”  Meta released a statement in response to the allegations:...