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For 4 rising NBA stars, about $1 billion in extensions leads to rising expectations
Read full article: For 4 rising NBA stars, about $1 billion in extensions leads to rising expectationsIndiana’s Tyrese Haliburton got questions about the same topic more often than he could remember this summer: The money, the money, the money.
Florida man charged with throwing explosive at Capitol riot
Read full article: Florida man charged with throwing explosive at Capitol riotA Florida man accused of setting off an explosive and injuring several police officers during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has been arrested.
Annual Detroit event helps dress over 100 local girls for senior prom
Read full article: Annual Detroit event helps dress over 100 local girls for senior promProm season is quickly approaching for high schoolers, and the Belle of the Ball prom dress donation program is helping local students look great for the occasion.
Former state adviser named in NH youth center abuse lawsuits
Read full article: Former state adviser named in NH youth center abuse lawsuitsAllegations of childhood physical or sexual assault at New Hampshire’s youth detention center have been made by 20 people against a man later promoted to chief of operations and named to a panel advising the state on juvenile justice.
Burks, Pistons spoil Ball’s return to floor with OT win
Read full article: Burks, Pistons spoil Ball’s return to floor with OT winAlec Burks scored a season-high 27 points off the bench, Killian Hayes added 25 and the Detroit Pistons spoiled LaMelo Ball’s return to the floor with a 141-134 overtime victory against the Charlotte Hornets.
Influential panel raises doubts on youth suicide screening
Read full article: Influential panel raises doubts on youth suicide screeningAn influential panel is raising doubts about routine suicide screening for U.S. children and teens, even as other groups have called for urgent attention to youth mental health.
Hornets' LaMelo Ball selected NBA Rookie of the Year
Read full article: Hornets' LaMelo Ball selected NBA Rookie of the YearCharlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball’s versatility as a passer, scorer and rebounder earned him NBA Rookie of the Year honors despite missing 21 games with a fractured wrist.
Dress like your headed to the party of the century like this legendary Boss Lady
Read full article: Dress like your headed to the party of the century like this legendary Boss LadyThis Boss Lady was revered for her impact in the world of media. ‘Live In The D’ host Tati Amare chatted with Local 4 Style Editor Jon Jordan about the legendary chief, Katharine Graham and her style influence. This was known as the party of the century and Jon Jordan says this was a moment in fashion history. Jon Jordan recommends simple ways to incorporate the color-blocking style into your wardrobe. If you don’t have any spectators, Jon recommends heading to the craft store to paint your own.
Jazz set records for 3s in 132-110 rout of Hornets
Read full article: Jazz set records for 3s in 132-110 rout of HornetsUtah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) dunks against the Charlotte Hornets in the second half during an NBA basketball game Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, in Salt Lake City. Donovan Mitchell and the Jazz enjoyed another record-breaking performance from long range in a 132-110 victory over the Hornets on Monday night. The Jazz set their previous mark for 3s with 26 in the first meeting between the teams on Feb. 5. Gordon Hayward and LaMelo Ball each scored 21 points to lead the Hornets. Jazz: Utah became the fastest team in NBA history to make 500 3-pointers in a season, reaching the milestone in just 31 games.
LaMelo Ball becomes youngest NBA player with triple-double
Read full article: LaMelo Ball becomes youngest NBA player with triple-doubleAtlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) fouls Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)CHARLOTTE, N.C. – LaMelo Ball isn't wasting any time making an impact in the NBA. “I live my life and I know what I’m capable of, so stuff like doesn’t move me like that," Ball said. “I know that's supposed to happen.”Ball replaced Markelle Fultz as the youngest NBA player to record a triple-double by 177 days. He became only the fifth rookie in NBA history to record a triple-double and the first Hornets player to do it coming off the bench.
As school begins amid virus, parents see few good options
Read full article: As school begins amid virus, parents see few good optionsJohn Barrett and his daughter Autumn pose for photos outside Bascomb Elementary School in Woodstock, Ga., Thursday, July 23, 2020. Cherokee County, near Atlanta, is one of many districts nationwide that gave parents a choice between in-person and all-online classes this fall. Molly Ball is sending her teenage sons to school in the same district on Monday, but not without feelings of regret. In Cherokee County, administrators have stuck with plans to offer in-person school five days a week despite pressure from some parents and teachers. “You basically have to make the student’s education time a priority over your own job,” Dalrymple said.