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New rest rules don't bother NBA players, who say they only want to sit out when they are hurt
With new policies and penalties, the NBA has made it clear that healthy players should be on the court. No argument from the players, who insist they aren't interested in sitting. Some don't like load management any more than the fans who wonder why some of the best...
The Supreme Court seems likely to side with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday seemed likely to preserve the work of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau against a conservative-led challenge. Even some conservative justices sounded skeptical of arguments that the agency, created after the 2008 financial...
Zion Williamson taking a serious, 'no smiles,' approach as Pelicans camp ramps up
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — While Zion Williamson posed for portraits, as NBA players typically do on the eve of training camp, photographers asked the New Orleans Pelicans power forward if he'd smile for a few shots. “No smiles,” Williamson responded. After four seasons...
Baker Mayfield, first-place Buccaneers head into bye week with surprising 3-1 record
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay’s quest for a third straight NFC South title is off to a surprisingly strong start. A 26-9 road victory at New Orleans left Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers (3-1) alone atop the division heading into a bye week that will give several key players,...
Saints QB Derek Carr starts against Tampa Bay one week after his shoulder injury
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr, who entered Sunday listed as questionable with a sprained throwing shoulder, is starting Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Carr, who signed a four-year, $150 million free-agent contract with New Orleans...
The Supreme Court's new term starts Monday. Here's what you need to know
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seems a bit quieter than in recent years, as the justices begin a new term. Major cases await, as they always do, including several challenges to regulatory agencies and efforts to regulate social media platforms. But nothing yet...
Buccaneers-Saints tilt involves QBs with similar stories and plenty to prove
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting quarterback Baker Mayfield and New Orleans Saints backup Jameis Winston are not exactly where they were expected to be at this point in their careers. Both won a Heisman Trophy and were the No. 1 overall selections of their draft...
What is saltwater intrusion and how is it affecting Louisiana's drinking water?
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — For months, residents in the southeast corner of Louisiana have relied on bottled water for drinking and cooking, with the water from the faucet coming out salty. Plaquemines Parish Councilman Mark “Hobbo” Cognevich, who represents the affected area,...
Salt water wedge in the Mississippi River threatens drinking water in Louisiana
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico is creeping up the drought-stricken Mississippi River and threatening drinking water supplies in some Louisiana communities, including New Orleans, prompting the state's governor to warn Friday he may request federal help. ...
Judge blocks government plan to scale back Gulf oil lease sale to protect whale species
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has ordered the Interior Department to expand next week's scheduled sale of of Gulf of Mexico oil and gas leases by millions of acres, rejecting a scaled-back plan announced last month by the Biden administration as part of an effort to protect an endangered...
