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'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash 'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash The family of a 21-year-old Connecticut man killed in a motorcycle crash said he loved the outdoors and spending time with the people and animals he loved.  Dylan Owen Keefe died following a crash on Gilead Street (Route 85) in Hebron on Sunday, June 7, Connecticut State Police said. Keefe was riding a Harley-Davidson when it collided with a 2011 Subaru Legacy that was turning left into a driveway. Investigators said Keefe was attempting to pass the Subaru on the left when the collision occurred. The impact threw Keefe from his motorcycle and down an embankment, state police said. The Subar…
See Which Northeast States Have Produced Most World Cup Success In USMNT History See Which Northeast States Have Produced Most World Cup Success In USMNT History
See Which Northeast States Have Produced Most World Cup Success In USMNT History Several Northeast states are among the biggest producers of US men's World Cup talent, according to a new study. BetMGM analyzed roster data from all 12 FIFA World Cups that have included the US men's national team. The analysis was released on Tuesday, May 26, the same day that the US Soccer Federation officially unveiled its 2026 World Cup roster. The sportsbook ranked states by combining how many World Cup roster players were born there, along with their appearances, goals, and wins in matches they played. California ranked first overall for most World Cup players (23), ap…
Poll Asks Americans If They Can Beat Trump In A Fight: See What They Said Poll Asks Americans If They Can Beat Trump In A Fight: See What They Said
Poll Asks Americans If They Can Beat Trump In A Fight: See What They Said Most Americans believe they can beat President Donald Trump in a physical fight, according to a new poll conducted after a strange comment he made to a child. More than half (55%) of respondents said they would beat Trump in a fight, according to a YouGov poll released on Wednesday, May 6. Just 19% of the respondents believed that the 79-year-old would beat them in a hypothetical brawl. YouGov surveyed 2,609 Americans after Trump asked a boy a sarcastic question at the White House during a physical fitness event. "I don't think we'll have to worry about you," Trump said while sla…
Ted Turner Dies: Energetic Entrepreneur Created CNN, WTBS, TNT, Owned Atlanta Braves Ted Turner Dies: Energetic Entrepreneur Created CNN, WTBS, TNT, Owned Atlanta Braves
Ted Turner Dies: Energetic Entrepreneur Created CNN, Wtbs, TNT, Owned Atlanta Braves A bold and restless force in television, sports, sailing, and philanthropy has died. Ted Turner died Wednesday, May 6, at age 87, according to a statement from Turner Enterprises. A cause of death was not immediately announced. Turner disclosed in 2018 that he had Lewy body dementia, a progressive brain disorder, CBS News reported. Born Robert Edward Turner III on Nov. 19, 1938, in Cincinnati, Turner built one of the most influential media careers of the 20th century. He launched CNN on June 1, 1980, creating the first 24-hour cable news network. The idea changed how viewers followed brea…
Netflix's Lamar Odom Doc Reveals Shocking Survival Details — Plus Khloe Saving, Punching Him Netflix's Lamar Odom Doc Reveals Shocking Survival Details — Plus Khloe Saving, Punching Him
Netflix's Lamar Odom Doc Reveals Shocking Survival Details — Plus Khloe Saving, Punching Him A new documentary about Lamar Odom’s near death and coma revealed shocking new details about the incident — including that Khloe Kardashian arguably saved his life. “Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom” dropped Tuesday, March 31 on Netflix and includes chats with the former Los Angeles Lakers star and his ex-wife — though Odom passed on a co-producer role and left others with the final cut of the film. Lamar Odom Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom - Key Art Kardashian, who was married to the New York native from 2009 to 2016, provides the most eye-opening stories from…
WATCH: Jack Hughes Gets Emotional At Prudential Center After Bringing Home Gold WATCH: Jack Hughes Gets Emotional At Prudential Center After Bringing Home Gold
Watch: Jack Hughes Gets Emotional At Prudential Center After Bringing Home Gold Jack Hughes is back in New Jersey, and already back on the ice with gold around his neck. The New Jersey Devils center returned to Prudential Center in Newark on Wednesday, Feb. 25, to face the Buffalo Sabres, after helping Team USA bring home a gold medal. The crowd chanted “USA! USA!” as Hughes took the ice. To: JerseyFrom: Jack#NJDevils | @usahockey pic.twitter.com/5Tu5JfgxFk — New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) February 26, 2026 “I’m so proud and I’m so happy that the men's and women's USA hockey teams brought gold medals back to the United States of America,” Hughes said on the mi…
Jessica Pegula Rallies Past Amanda Anisimova To Reach Dubai Final Jessica Pegula Rallies Past Amanda Anisimova To Reach Dubai Final
Jessica Pegula Rallies Past Amanda Anisimova To Reach Dubai Final New York's Jessica Pegula punched her ticket to the final at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships with a comeback win over NJ's Amanda Anisimova on Friday, Feb. 20. Jessica Pegula throws her racquet away , she just defeated Amanda Anisimova in the more hardest way possible from a set down in the first set, to twice being a break down in the second set as well . that reaction just tells it all , 1-6, 6-4 , 6-3pic.twitter.com/XRBLDAXXn3 — THE BUDAPEST 🇭🇺 (@iamaheadbro) February 20, 2026 No. 4 seed Pegula, of Buffalo, defeated No. 2 seed Anisimova, of Freehold, 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 on Center …
Trump Rips Belichick’s Hall Of Fame Snub As ‘Ridiculous’; Fans, Players Agree Trump Rips Belichick’s Hall Of Fame Snub As ‘Ridiculous’; Fans, Players Agree
Trump Rips Belichick’s Hall Of Fame Snub As ‘Ridiculous’; Fans, Players Agree Ask any NFL fan, and they'll likely say former Patriots coach Bill Belichick is one of the greatest coaches in football history. Unfortunately, they don't get a vote for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In what could be one of the biggest snubs in Pro Football Hall of Fame history, eight-time Super Bowl-winning Belichick was not selected for enshrinement in Canton during his first year of eligibility. The decision has drawn a chorus of boos from fans, his former players, enemies, and even the president of the United States. Donald Trump called it a "ridiculous" decision that is part of a larg…
Trump Jumps In After Ravens Fire John Harbaugh, Urges NFL Teams To Hire Him 'FAST' Trump Jumps In After Ravens Fire John Harbaugh, Urges NFL Teams To Hire Him 'FAST'
Trump Jumps In After Ravens Fire John Harbaugh, Urges NFL Teams To Hire Him 'FAST' Fired Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh got a heck of an endorsement following his surprise ousting on Tuesday. During an early-morning barrage of messages on Truth Social, President Donald Trump called on teams to hire Harbaugh, who was let go by the Ravens after 18 mostly successful seasons. Trump praised both John Harbaugh and his brother Jim, the current coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, whose San Francisco 49ers lost to the Ravens in Super Bowl XLVII. President Donald Trump had a message to NFL teams on Wednesday. Truth Social "HIRE JOHN HARBAUGH, FAST. HE, AND HIS BROTHER…
Trump Demands Hall Of Fame Induct Roger Clemens As Make-Or-Break Vote Looms Trump Demands Hall Of Fame Induct Roger Clemens As Make-Or-Break Vote Looms
Trump Demands Hall Of Fame Induct Roger Clemens As Make-Or-Break Vote Looms A Hall of Fame vote turned into political fireworks this weekend after President Donald Trump once again jumped online to pressure baseball’s decision-makers to finally put Roger Clemens in Cooperstown. With the Contemporary Era Committee set to reveal its Class of 2026 selections Sunday night, Trump took to Truth Social and unloaded a full-throated push for Clemens — a seven-time Cy Young winner who has never been elected because of longstanding concerns over alleged performance-enhancing drug use. “The Baseball Hall of Fame Committee is voting on admitting new Members TOMORROW,” Trump wro…
UConn Football Coach Jim Mora Leaving For New Position UConn Football Coach Jim Mora Leaving For New Position
UConn Football Coach Jim Mora Leaving For New Position The University of Connecticut's football program is bracing for a major change after head coach Jim Mora announced he's leaving after leading the team to some of its best years in Huskie's history.  Mora, who finishes with a 9-3 record, has accepted a head coaching position at Colorado State University, UConn Athletic Director David Benedict announced in social media posts Wednesday morning, Nov. 26.  “Coach Mora brought energy and a winning culture back to UConn Football and put our program back on the national stage," he said in a statement.  Mora took over in 2022…
Cause Of Death Released For Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Who Scored First NFL Touchdown Just Days Ago Cause Of Death Released For Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Who Scored First NFL Touchdown Just Days Ago
Cause Of Death Released For Marshawn Kneeland, 24, Who Scored First NFL Touchdown Just Days Ago The cause of death for Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who died at age 24, has been released. Authorities say Kneeland died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police chase in Frisco, Texas. Click here for a new, updated story: Marshawn Kneeland’s Final Message: NFL Player Said Goodbye to Family Before Taking His Life According to a statement from the Frisco Police Department, the incident began late on Wednesday, Nov. 5, when Texas Department of Public Safety troopers pursued a vehicle into Frisco that had evaded them during a traffic stop.  Off…
Jets Legend Nick Mangold Dies After Revealing Kidney Disease Diagnosis, 41 Jets Legend Nick Mangold Dies After Revealing Kidney Disease Diagnosis, 41
Jets Legend Nick Mangold Dies After Revealing Kidney Disease Diagnosis, 41 Jets legend Nick Mangold died on Saturday, Oct. 25 just weeks after revealing a kidney disease diagnosis. The Madison, NJ dad's death was announced in an announcement Sunday morning by the Jets saying he died of complications of the disease at 41 years old. "Nick was more than a legendary center," said Jets Chairman Woody Johnson. "He was the heartbeat of our offensive line for a decade and a beloved teammate whose leadership and toughness defined an era of Jets football. Off the field, Nick's wit, warmth, and unwavering loyalty made him a cherished member of our extended Jets family." Man…
Apple TV, Peacock Launch Bundle Promising Big Savings: What To Know Apple TV, Peacock Launch Bundle Promising Big Savings: What To Know
Apple TV, Peacock Launch Bundle Promising Big Savings: What To Know NBCUniversal and Apple are teaming up to bundle their popular streaming services. A new Apple TV and Peacock bundle will launch on Monday, Oct. 20. The bundle will cost $14.99 per month for Apple TV and Peacock Premium, or $19.99 for the ad-free Peacock Premium Plus. The deal will cost users more than 30% less than subscribing to both services separately "There is no more perfect combination of entertainment than the Apple TV and Peacock Bundle, with our complementary content portfolios featuring the best shows, movies, sports, and live events," said NBCUniversal Media Group…
Arturo Gatti Jr., Son Of Late Boxing Legend, Dies 'Same Way They Found His Father' Arturo Gatti Jr., Son Of Late Boxing Legend, Dies 'Same Way They Found His Father'
Arturo Gatti Jr., Son Of Late Boxing Legend, Dies 'Same Way They Found His Father' The son of late boxing champion Arturo Gatti has died in Mexico at 17 years old, according to multiple social media posts from family friends and former associates of his father. Former bodyguard Chuck Zito shared the news Wednesday, Oct. 8, writing, “It’s with a heavy heart that I have to say, R.I.P. to 17-year-old Arturo Gatti Jr., who was found hanging in an apartment in Mexico yesterday. The same way they found his father dead in an apartment in Brazil 16 years ago.” Officials had not announced Gatti Jr.'s official cause of death as of press time. Arturo Gatti Sr., a Montreal-based box…
Will Jason Witten Join Canton? Dallas Cowboys Great Among Hall Of Fame Nominees Will Jason Witten Join Canton? Dallas Cowboys Great Among Hall Of Fame Nominees
Will Jason Witten Join Canton? Dallas Cowboys Great Among Hall Of Fame Nominees Will Jason Witten get the call to the Hall?  Witten, a Washington, DC native best known for his exploits on the field playing tight end for the Dallas Cowboys, is among 13 players entering their first year of eligibility. There are now 128 Modern-Era Players nominated for the Class of 2026, a list that will be pared down to 50 by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee in October, then to 25 players, until a third vote will create the final list of Modern-Era finalists. Those finalists will then be represented and discussed at the committee's annual selection meeting ahead of Super Bowl …
Calling All Young Soccer Stars: TV Shoot Needs Players Calling All Young Soccer Stars: TV Shoot Needs Players
Calling All Young Soccer Stars: TV Shoot Needs Players Got a little striker in the family who loves the spotlight? A Queens-based TV shoot is looking for young soccer players to hit the field on camera next month. Waldron Casting is seeking experienced girls’ soccer players between the ages of 8 and 10 for background work on the new television series Starcams! The shoot is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 2, in Astoria, Queens, and will feature a fall soccer game scene. To be considered, kids must have real soccer experience and be comfortable playing during filming. It’s a chance for young athletes to shine both on and off the field — swapping …
CT-Native Molly Qerim Leaving ESPN’s ‘First Take’ After Years As Host CT-Native Molly Qerim Leaving ESPN’s ‘First Take’ After Years As Host
Ct-native Molly Qerim Leaving ESPN’s ‘First Take’ After Years As Host Molly Qerim is leaving ESPN.  The Connecticut native and longtime host of “First Take” confirmed her decision in a message to fans. “After much reflection, I've decided it's time to close this incredible chapter and step away from First Take,” Qerim wrote. “Hosting this show has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Every morning, I had the privilege of sharing the desk with some of the most brilliant, passionate and entertaining voices in sports — and with all of you, the best fans in the world.” The decision seems to be her own. Reports suggested she turned down a contract e…
Tom Brady Unretires (Again) For Star-Studded Flag Football Tournament Tom Brady Unretires (Again) For Star-Studded Flag Football Tournament
Tom Brady Unretires (Again) For Star-Studded Flag Football Tournament Football legend Tom Brady is coming out of retirement again, but he won't exactly be playing on Sundays. The seven-time Super Bowl champion will headline The Fanatics Flag Football Classic on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The first-of-its-kind global event will be held at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Brady, 48, is currently the lead color commentator for the NFL on Fox. He's also a part owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. Rob Gronkowski, Brady's long-time teammate on the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is among the retired and current NFL stars slated to pla…
Trump To Mark 9/11 Anniversary At Pentagon, Yankees Game Trump To Mark 9/11 Anniversary At Pentagon, Yankees Game
Trump To Mark 9/11 Anniversary At Pentagon, Yankees Game Donald Trump’s Sept. 11 schedule will take him from solemn remembrance to the roar of the crowd. The president's plans for the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks were released Tuesday, Sept. 9, offering a mix of official ceremony and personal tradition. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump will begin his commemorations with a memorial event at the Pentagon, paying tribute to those lost in the 2001 attacks. Later that evening, Trump will head to Yankee Stadium for the Detroit Tigers-New York Yankees game, the final contest in a three-game series. The…
'The Love of My Life': Mass Father Of 3 Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Loving Dad 'The Love of My Life': Mass Father Of 3 Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Loving Dad
'The Love of My Life': Mass Father Of 3 Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Loving Dad A Massachusetts father of three who police say was shot and killed after confronting a man over graffiti was set to be married later this month. The man charged with attacking him is now facing a murder charge. Authorities said 26-year-old Snehal Srivastava fatally shot 56-year-old Kevin Doherty during an encounter at Jordan Pond on Aug. 28. Doherty, who had just walked his 6-year-old son to Coolidge Elementary School, called 911 just after 8:45 a.m. to report he was being attacked. Dispatchers then heard gunfire and Doherty’s last words: “He shot me,” according to authorities. Doherty’s fi…
MLB Reliever Randy Moffitt Dies, Brother Of Tennis Legend Billie Jean King MLB Reliever Randy Moffitt Dies, Brother Of Tennis Legend Billie Jean King
MLB Reliever Randy Moffitt Dies, Brother Of Tennis Legend Billie Jean King He carved out his own legacy on the pitcher’s mound while sharing a famous family name off the field. Randy Moffitt, who spent a decade anchoring the San Francisco Giants bullpen and was the younger brother of tennis icon Billie Jean King, died Thursday, Aug. 28, in his hometown of Long Beach, California, after a long illness. He was 76. A right-hander known for durability and steady relief work, Moffitt pitched 12 Major League seasons from 1972–83.  Drafted 18th overall by the Giants in 1970 after starring at Long Beach State, he debuted two years later and went on to appear in 533 o…
So It Wasn’t The Photographer: Who Medvedev Says Caused His US Open Blow-Up (VIDEO) So It Wasn’t The Photographer: Who Medvedev Says Caused His US Open Blow-Up (VIDEO)
So It Wasn’t The Photographer: Who Medvedev Says Caused His US Open Blow-Up (Video) Daniil Medvedev says the photographer who wandered onto the court during his US Open match Sunday night, Aug. 24, wasn’t the problem. The chair umpire’s call was. The 2021 champion and No. 13 seed was a point from elimination against France’s Benjamin Bonzi on Louis Armstrong Stadium when the match was stopped for more than six minutes.  A photographer had stepped onto the court on match point, prompting chair umpire Greg Allensworth to award Bonzi a first serve. Medvedev erupted, berating the umpire, telling the camera he wanted to “go home,” and sparring with the crowd before storm…
You Can Now Trade NFL, College Football Games Like Stocks: Here's How You Can Now Trade NFL, College Football Games Like Stocks: Here's How
You Can Now Trade NFL, College Football Games Like Stocks: Here's How You can soon trade the outcomes of NFL and college football games like they're stocks. Robinhood is rolling out professional and college football prediction markets on its app, the financial services company announced on Tuesday, Aug. 19. Customers can now trade on outcomes for all regular-season NFL matchups, as well as top college games. The Prediction Markets Hub will allow users the chance to trade contracts tied to the outcomes of every pro game and matchups across Power 4 schools and Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) independents. "Football is far and away the most …
'We Miss Her Madly': Famed Mass Bodybuilder, Life Coach Dies Unexpectedly At 37 'We Miss Her Madly': Famed Mass Bodybuilder, Life Coach Dies Unexpectedly At 37
'We Miss Her Madly': Famed Mass Bodybuilder, Life Coach Dies Unexpectedly At 37 Hayley McNeff, a decorated bodybuilder and lifelong athlete whose journey from childhood sports to the national stage inspired many, has died at 37. Her family in her obituary said McNeff's passing was “unexpected but peaceful.” McNeff grew up in Concord, Massachusetts, and graduated from Concord-Carlisle High School before attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst. From a young age, she excelled in a wide range of sports — equestrian, board diving, and skiing — before turning her focus to bodybuilding, according to her obituary She went on to win multiple state titles in Maryland …
ESPN, Fox One Team Up For Major Sports Streaming Bundle: How Much It Costs ESPN, Fox One Team Up For Major Sports Streaming Bundle: How Much It Costs
ESPN, Fox One Team Up For Major Sports Streaming Bundle: How Much It Costs Two major streaming services will offer a special bundle targeting cord-cutting sports fans. Fox One and ESPN's new direct-to-consumer service will be available as part of a bundle, the broadcasting giants announced in a news release on Monday, Aug. 11. The package deal will cost $39.99 per month and will be available on Thursday, Oct. 2. The bundle packages ESPN's popular sports content and massive live sporting event catalog with Fox's offerings like the NFL, MLB, and FIFA World Cup. "Working with Fox One on this bundle offer allows us to bring ESPN's world-class sports content to even m…
Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (POLL) Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (POLL)
Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (Poll) A New York Knicks star is savoring a flavor that he once got roasted online for enjoying: breast milk. Knicks guard Josh Hart teamed up with Frida to promote its breast milk ice cream. The baby-products brand announced the controversial flavor in late March and began selling pints in August. Hart, a 2016 national champion at Villanova, became the butt of many "NBA Twitter" jokes when he floated a very polarizing question. "Have yall ever tasted yall significant others breast milk?" he tweeted. "Asking for a friend." Hart's tweet was in late May 2023. A few weeks earlier, his wife Shannon …
Former CT Catcher To Become First Woman Umpire In MLB History Former CT Catcher To Become First Woman Umpire In MLB History
Former CT Catcher To Become First Woman Umpire In MLB History A New Jersey native will be the first woman to step behind home plate, calling balls and strikes in a Major League Baseball game. Jen Pawol is set to make history as the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game, the league announced on Wednesday, Aug. 6. The West Milford, NJ, native will work three games when the Miami Marlins play at the Atlanta Braves. The Marlins and Braves will have a doubleheader on Saturday, Aug. 9, creating the need for a fifth umpire in the weekend series. Pawol will work both doubleheader games and will be behind home plate for the matchup on Sunday, Aug. 10…
Fox Sets Launch Date For All-In-One Streaming Service: See How Much It Costs Fox Sets Launch Date For All-In-One Streaming Service: See How Much It Costs
Fox Sets Launch Date For All-In-One Streaming Service: See How Much It Costs Fox has set a release date for its all-in-one streaming service. The new app called Fox One will officially debut on Thursday, Aug. 21, the broadcasting giant announced on Tuesday, Aug. 5. The service will cost $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually. Fox One will offer live and on-demand access to Fox's full lineup of news, sports, and entertainment content. "We're eager to launch Fox One in just a few weeks and super serve our viewers with the best in live news, sports and entertainment content all in one place," said Pete Distad, who will be the CEO of Fox One. "In bringing …
National Media Staple New York Post To Launch California Post: Here's Why National Media Staple New York Post To Launch California Post: Here's Why
National Media Staple New York Post To Launch California Post: Here's Why The New York Post is heading out west. The conservative-leaning tabloid will launch The California Post in early 2026, the outlet said on Monday, Aug. 4. The new paper will be based in Los Angeles with a full team of reporters, editors, and photographers covering news, sports, and entertainment from a California point of view. A daily print edition will be paired with a digital presence, with a dedicated homepage serving California readers, while national coverage will still come from the Post's New York newsroom. "Los Angeles and California surely need a daily dose of The P…
Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (WATCH) Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (WATCH)
Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (Watch) President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, drawing deafening cheers ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and PSG The president and First Lady were on hand for the finale between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain FC, where the former took an early, overwhelming halftime lead.  President Donald J. Trump and the First Lady touch down in Teterboro, New Jersey, en route to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium pic.twitter.com/L6AOBrIRhA — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) July 13, 2025 Trump landed at…