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Defending champion Argentina opens Copa América against Canada or Trinidad. US starts with Bolivia

Dec. 07, 2023 22:17 PM EST

MIAMI (AP) — Defending champion Argentina opens next year’s Copa América on June 20 in Atlanta against the winner of a Canada-Trinidad and Tobago playoff, and the U.S. starts vs. Bolivia three days later at Arlington, Texas. Argentina also faces Chile at East Rutherford, New...

K-State dismisses forward Tomlin month after arrest; fans shower criticism on administration

Dec. 07, 2023 14:21 PM EST

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin was dismissed from the team late Wednesday, more than a month after his arrest for disorderly conduct, triggering a wave of criticism aimed at the school administration from some fans. Tomlin averaged 10.4 points in 36...

Bills visiting Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium to resume one of AFC's best new rivalries

Dec. 07, 2023 13:39 PM EST

BUFFALO (6-6) at KANSAS CITY (8-4) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BETTING LINE: Chiefs by 11 1/2 according to FanDuel Sportsbook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Bills 4-8; Chiefs 7-5. SERIES RECORD: Bills lead 28-24-1. LAST MEETING: Bills...

Martin scores 19 as Southeast Missouri State downs Harris-Stowe State 95-45

Dec. 06, 2023 22:57 PM EST

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (AP) — Rob Martin's 19 points helped Southeast Missouri State defeat Harris-Stowe State 95-45 on Wednesday night. Martin also contributed six rebounds and five assists for the Redhawks (3-6). Adam Larson scored 19 points, shooting 7 for 14 (3 for 10 from 3-point...

Gregory scores 16, Lee 15 and No. 13 Kansas State rolls to 101-39 win over McNeese State

Dec. 06, 2023 21:43 PM EST

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Gabby Gregory scored 16 points, Ayoka Lee added 15 and No. 13 Kansas State coasted to a 101-39 win over McNeese State on Wednesday night. Gisela Sanchez added 12 points, eight rebounds and four blocks for the Wildcats (8-1). Brylee Glenn had 11 points and...

St. Louis prosecutor, appointed 6 months ago, is seeking a full term in 2024

Dec. 06, 2023 15:09 PM EST

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Gabe Gore, who was appointed as St. Louis' top prosecutor by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson in May after Kim Gardner's sudden resignation, announced Wednesday that he is running for a full term in 2024. Gore, a Democrat, was a St. Louis attorney and a partner in the...

Missouri's next education department chief will be a Republican senator with roots in the classroom

Dec. 05, 2023 12:37 PM EST

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The next head of Missouri's education department will be Republican state Sen. Karla Eslinger, a former teacher, principal and school district superintendent whose first day on the job will be in mid-2024, officials said Tuesday. Eslinger will remain as a...

Missouri RB Cody Schrader wins Burlsworth Trophy

Dec. 05, 2023 12:08 PM EST

BENTONVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Missouri running back Cody Schrader has won the Burlsworth Trophy, given to the nation's best player who started his Division I career as a a walk-on. Schrader, who walked on two years ago after transferring from Division II Truman State, leads Division I...

Editorial Roundup: Missouri

Dec. 05, 2023 07:12 AM EST

Kansas City Star. November 29, 2023. Editorial: Gov. Parson, don’t make the mistake of confusing Hamas and Palestinian civilians The United States backs Israel, and we support the right of our allies to answer the massacre of civilians by Hamas terrorists — during...

AP names LSU's Daniels unanimous SEC offensive player of year; Watson named top defensive player

Dec. 04, 2023 15:53 PM EST

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is the unanimous pick as Associated Press Southeastern Conference offensive player of the year, while Mississippi State linebacker Nathaniel Watson is defensive player of the year. Missouri coach Eliah Drinkwitz won coach of the year honors Monday after...