AURORA, Colo. -- An Aurora woman says she was assaulted by a food delivery driver following a road-rage incident Monday. The woman, Michelle, was headed home from Walmart when she says a man cut her off in traffic and clipped her car. She says she followed him into the parking lot of an Aurora strip mall, hoping to exchange information. "I could not believe how upset he got. To me, it was a minor fender bender," she said. However, while following the man through a parking lot, Michelle says the man slammed on his brakes, hoping she would rear-end him. He then slowly backs into her and taps her car with his car. That's when Michelle told her 9-year-old son to take her cellphone and start recording. "Thank God we got the video because when we watched the video with officers, you can see him back into my car," Michelle said. It was a gentle tap, but what happened next was anything but gentle. "He grabbed my phone and chucked it across the parking lot," Michelle said. When the delivery driver then walked into a restaurant, witnesses sprang into action. "Another woman who was there boxed him in with her truck while we were calling 911," Michelle said. The driver returned, now unable to leave. However, 911 dispatchers advised the women to let him drive away, worried the situation could escalate. "He would have run over me. Even the other witnesses said that he would kill me," Michelle said. However, what gets Michelle most is that the damage to her car is minor and hard to detect. That's something she didn't realize when she initially followed the man into the parking lot. "I believe if he would have stopped, I would have been like, 'It's OK. No damage. Bye. Have a nice day,'" she said. Aurora police are investigating the incident but have yet to make an arrest or charge the man with a crime. The suspect's name has not yet been released. It's unclear which food delivery company or platform employs the man. Uber says it does not appear the man works for them based on the license plate provided to the company. Lyft says the man was an employee of their platform, but was not working for Lyft at the time of the incident. Lyft has suspended the driver.     ©2019 KDVR-TV, Denver Visit KDVR-TV, Denver at www.kdvr.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


Matt Kuchar and Scott Brown share a spot atop the leaderboard at the RBC Canadian Open but there was another golfer who had an even more impressive outing. Brandt Snedeker shot 10-under 60 to climb into a tie for third place (11 under). He is joined by Nick Taylor. Snedeker's 60 was t he lowest 18-hole score in tournament history at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club. He carded eight birdies and one eagle on the par-5 4th hole. Jumping the leaderboard. @BrandtSnedeker heats up with an on No. 4. #LiveUnderPar pic.twitter.com/5QZV3WMZfU   PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) June 7, 2019 The mistake-free round was also the second lowest on the PGA Tour since the start of the 2017-18 season. Who holds the record for the lowest? Snedeker, as well, at 59 . He's the first player since 1983 to have one round of 59, 60 and 61 on the PGA Tour. Snedeker credited his work on the greens. "I think it's my putting. When I get hot, I feel like the hole is a beach ball to me," Snedeker said after his round, via Golfweek.com . "I'm not scared about going low. I realize these days don't happen very often. So it almost gets me more excited if I feel like it's going that way." Kuchar also fared well heading into the weekend. He had one blemish at the par-4 7th but otherwise finished with eight birdies to go 7-under 63. Brown matched Kuchar's Round 2 score to join him in first place (12 under). Brown, who is searching for his first win since the 2013 Puerto Rico Open, said it was due to his iron play. He had an eagle on the front nine and five birdies on the back. "Just a lot of good iron shots," Brown said, via GolfDigest.com . "Kind of was feeling it with the irons and had a lot of good looks for birdies most of them." Webb Simpson sits in fifth place (10 under), Adam Hadwin follows in sixth (9 under) and Mackenzie Hughes, Henrik Stenson and Graeme McDowell, among others, make up the sizable tie for seventh (8 under). McDowell, at one point, was in control of the leaderboard after he fired off three birdies. But two bogeys on his back nine pushed him back down the standings. New leader @RBCCanadianOpen . @Graeme_McDowell has now rattled off 3 birdies in a row to get to -8. #LiveUnderPar pic.twitter.com/f7eHydW102   PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) June 7, 2019 Dustin Johnson, the 2018 RBC winner, is in a tie for 33rd place (4 under) with the likes of Brooks Koepka. Surprisingly, the two top golfers in the world were just above the cut line (2 under). MORE : Tiger Woods re-enters top 5 of world golf ranking | U.S. Open 2019: Notable Thursday-Friday groups, tee times at Pebble Beach | RBC Canadian Open: Keegan Bradley in clubhouse lead after brilliant 7-under 63 Some notable names not making it into the weekend are Russell Henley, J.B. Holmes and Sergio Garcia.


The date has officially passed for teams around the league to begin to sign veteran free agents without risking a hit to their compensatory draft pick haul . As of 11:59 p.m. PT Tuesday evening, the window opened for a whole new wave of free agency. Wednesday night, Seattle agreed to terms on a one-year deal with free agent defensive end, Ziggy Ansah . NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the defensive end would be heading to Seattle to sign his contract on Thursday . But are the Seahawks truly finished adding to their pass-rushing efforts? Not so fast. "There is work that we're engaged in [during] this stage of filling up the roster and we're very involved in what is coming up next," coach Pete Carroll had said following the final day of the NFL draft. "We're not done, we have work to do. We're excited about what's coming up and you guys will see in time." Seattle had been linked to a number of recent veteran visits, including Ansah in April, and a number of quality defensive ends remain on the market for the taking. Regardless of whether or not Seattle signs another free agent, the Seahawks are far from finished tweaking their defensive line. MORE: Most bizarre and incredible catches by fishermen in past decade This is how the Boston Celtics head into the offseason Stephen A. Smith: People Close To Jeanie Buss Imploring Her To Trade LeBron James Interesting PFF stats to know about the Packers in 2019 Rumor: People close to Jeanie Buss telling her to trade LeBron James


SAN FRANCISCO   Twelve white male San Francisco police officers are suing the city, arguing they were passed over for promotions because of their race and gender. The San Francisco Chronicle reports Wednesday that the lawsuit, which was filed Tuesday in federal court, is the latest round in a conflict that dates back decades. A 13th plaintiff who is now retired says she also was denied promotion, because she is a white lesbian. The lawsuit challenges a test-scoring method that the city adopted in 1979 in response to a lawsuit from a group representing black and female officers, who alleged discrimination in hiring and promotions. San Francisco "bands" promotional test scores so that people who score within a certain range are treated the same, which means the department can consider other factors such as language skills and experience in awarding promotions. The latest lawsuit challenges that method. "The city   to this day   has a long-standing practice and custom of discriminating against white males in SFPD promotions to the rank of sergeant, lieutenant and captain," said M. Greg Mullanax, the officers' attorney, in the lawsuit. Mullanax said that in 2016, the department promoted three black sergeants, even though their scores were lower than those of 11 white candidates who were denied promotions. San Francisco settled a similar 2003 lawsuit for $1.6 million, but did not acknowledge wrongdoing. Mullanax said the Police Officers Association contacted Chief William Scott but none of the officers who met with Scott received any "substantive response." John Coté, a spokesman for City Attorney Dennis Herrera, said the department "uses lawful, merit-based civil service examinations in making promotions." ___ Information from: San Francisco Chronicle, http://www.sfgate.com


We throw the term "emotionally unavailable" around pretty casually, but joking about someone being commitment-phobic, seemingly loveless , or allergic to feelings is only scratching the surface of what the term really means-and what it implies for the person dating someone who's emotionally unavailable. "Being emotionally unavailable means that a person consciously or subconsciously creates a wall that prevents them from being intimate with another person," explains Jill Sylvester , a mental health counselor and author of Trust Your Intuition: 100 Ways to Transform Anxiety and Depression for Stronger Mental Health . Basically, someone who's emotionally unavailable isn't willing or able to be vulnerable or hurt in any way, adds California-based marriage and family therapist Tess Bingham . "They can't show up for you in the way in which you want a potential partner to show up," she says. Where does that leave you? "The person on the other end of the relationship is often left feeling rejected and unloved," says Sylvester. "You probably feel like something is missing, as if there's a barrier to getting to know this person," says Bingham. Since that's not ideal for many people, it's important to be aware of the red flags an emotionally unavailable person exhibits. Here's what to look for: They're, like, literally not available. Call it what you will-ghosting, benching, breadcrumbing, zombie-ing-if you're not sure whether you're going to hear back from someone that day, a day later, a week later, or at all, that's actually communicating a pretty clear message, says Bingham. "We're all busy, but someone who wants to be in a relationship with you will prioritize spending time together and will always get back to you, even if it's to say, 'At work. Will text tonight or tomorrow,'" she explains. "If they can't be bothered to give you a heads up or considerate enough to recognize you also have a busy life, they're not emotionally invested enough." They don't respect your time. One of the most critical ways to develop a relationship is through quality time spent together. So if someone isn't making time for you, they probably don't want to invest or aren't capable of investing in a relationship. (And we're not just talking about a partner who likes to set healthy personal boundaries .) "This is someone who makes plans with you, but cancels last-minute because they either got another offer to do something, or claim they're too tired to spend time with you," says Bingham. And even when you do meet, they're uninterested in your stories, says Sylvester-chances are, they seem checked out, dismissive, distracted, or distant. Related slideshow: 50 bad habits that affect your relationship (provided by Espresso) They make you do the work. Relationships are meant to be an equal partnership , with give and take and a lot of compromise . Someone who's emotionally unavailable, though, doesn't put you in the same slot on the priority list that you put them, says Sylvester. "How do you know this? You try too hard. You work too hard at the relationship, constantly making excuses as to why they're not giving to you what you give to them," she says. "Trust your gut. If you don't feel like a priority, you might not be to this person." They seem selfish. When you're in a relationship with someone who's emotionally available, the relationship 100 percent revolves around them. "They don't consider your feelings, ask about your day, or wonder about your thoughts and dreams," says Sylvester. "They brood on their own situations, expecting you to cater to their demands. Then, when they feel better they often move forward without asking you what you might need in return." And you know what could happen while they do this? "You run the risk of discounting your own needs because you're too busy tending to theirs," she says. They keep things surface level. At some point, a relationship has to go beyond the exchange of minutiae regarding how your day was, what's on Netflix , and where to get dinner or drinks. But someone who's emotionally available never gets too deep with you. "You ask about work and they tell you 'it's fine' or you ask about family and they say, 'my parents are nice,'" says Bingham. "This isn't someone who's looking for a meaningful connection; they want to keep everything very surface level so they, and you, don't get too attached." One topic that's totally avoided? The future. So, what do you do if you're dating someone who's emotionally unavailable? Unless you're okay with being in a relationship with someone who isn't fully there for you (and maybe you are! Sometimes, it's nice to be with someone without commitment), then you might want to consider ending things. If you've noticed any of these red flags in your partner, it's time for a serious soul-searching . Sylvester says you should ask yourself: How long are you willing to deny yourself what you want and need? How long are you willing to let go of energy that is better served somewhere else? Why don't you think you are worth more than that? And if you do think you are worth more than that, then what are you waiting for?" You might end up wondering if there's some way you can change this person, if they can become more emotionally available. "It's certainly worth having a conversation," says Sylvester. "This gives an emotionally unavailable person the choice to do something different, if they're capable, and to become aware of the wall they are putting up, if it is a subconscious process, and to take the wall down if they choose." But, remember, you can't make anyone do anything they don't want to do. "If someone is emotionally unavailable it's all on them to figure out what's going on and if they wish to change their behavior," says Bingham. And if they don't or aren't willing to change, you're way better off putting your energy someplace else, or with someone else. Related video: An ultimatum could be the best thing for your relationship (provided by Buzz60)


NEW YORK (AP)   A subdued Jeffrey Epstein listened passively in court Wednesday as a judge said he won't face trial on sex trafficking charges before June 2020, and more likely a few months afterward. There was no mention at the Manhattan federal court appearance or any visible sign of injuries after the 66-year-old financier was found on the floor of his cell last week with neck bruises. Epstein's lawyer, Martin Weinberg, refused to say what might have left his client with the bruises after the court hearing. Assistant U.S. Attorney Alison Moe urged a June trial date for the man accused of arranging to have sex with girls as young as age 14, saying there is "a public interest in bringing this case to trial as swiftly as possible." But Weinberg said the case is far from "ordinary," adding the defense team won't be ready before Labor Day 2020. He said prosecutors delayed bringing charges that relate to alleged crimes that occurred in the early 2000s at Epstein's residences in Manhattan and Florida. U.S. District Judge Richard M. Berman said a trial projected to last four to six weeks could tentatively begin June 8, but he'll likely defer to defense lawyers' needs if they are not ready. Epstein's demeanor in court was noticeably different from previous appearances, when he was actively engaged with his lawyers and looking through papers. On Wednesday, he sat quietly, his hands folded in front of his face through much of the 20-minute proceeding. Occasionally, he looked toward courtroom artists and reporters seated in a jury box. Epstein has remained at the Metropolitan Correction Center, which is adjacent to the downtown Manhattan courthouse. He has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking charges that carry the potential for up to 45 years in prison. Berman refused bail after concluding he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Prosecutors have said they fear he might try to influence a growing number of witnesses who support charges that he recruited and abused dozens of girls in New York and Florida in the early 2000s. His lawyers had argued he should be allowed to stay under house arrest in his Manhattan mansion. His lawyers say an agreement reached with federal prosecutors a dozen years ago disallows the charges, and they say he has committed no new crimes. The lawyers agreed to file written arguments about the agreement and double jeopardy claims by Sept. 13. Oral arguments will occur in October. The non-prosecution deal was reached before he pleaded guilty in state court in Florida to prostitution-related charges involving underage girls. Afterward, he was required to register as a sex offender and pay restitution to many victims. While he served a 13-month jail term, he was permitted to leave jail to work for 12 hours a day, six days a week. Epstein was arrested July 6 when he arrived at a New Jersey airport on a private jet from Paris, where he has a home.


Kevin Durant has yet to comment publicly about whether he feels he was misled by the Golden State Warriors' medical staff, but head coach Steve Kerr says he has no reason to believe that is the case. NBA reporter Ric Bucher said this week that Durant is still unsure if he was misled about being able to suffer a more significant injury by playing before his calf was 100 percent healed. In an appearance on Tim Kawakami's "The TK Show" podcast Wednesday, Kerr said he has not gotten that impression and noted that Durant's own specialist also cleared him to play. "We had not only our staff but Kevin's own personal specialist and then a third independent specialist all clear him to play," Kerr said, as transcribed by Joseph Zucker of Bleacher Report . "All three after the fact were shocked at what proceeded with the Achilles. They all said it was the first time they had ever seen this." Kerr said after Durant tore his Achilles that he was stunned based on the information doctors gave him, but it sounds like what he meant was that it was truly a freak occurrence. Durant's mother hinted that there is some question about whether or not Kevin received good advice . The Warriors have implied that Durant's Achilles injury was totally separate from his calf injury, but that is hard to believe. Either way, Durant doesn't have much to complain about if his own personal specialist and other doctors all agreed with what the team's medical staff told him. Related slideshow: Top 50 NBA free agents (Provided by Yardbarker)


Per David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News , Dayton Flyers forward Obi Toppin participated in a predraft workout for the Boston Celtics on Friday. Dayton Flyers forward Obi Toppin had his third workout with a NBA team on Saturday, sharing photos on Instagram of a Boston Celtics T-shirt and shorts and a short video from the team's practice facility. Toppin, a 6-foot-9, 220 pound redshirt freshman, averaged 14.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.6 steals per game for the Flyers while shooting 66.6 percent from the field, 52.4 percent from three and 71.3 percent from the free-throw line. His impressive season led to him being selected as the Atlantic 10 Conference's Rookie of the Year, as well as a member of the A-10's all-freshman and all-conference team. Lightly recruited out of Mt. Zion Prep, Toppin has shown himself to be an athletic and strong-bodied forward who excels as a rim-runner. Also able to put the ball on the deck to attack the rim in straight-line drives, be it in halfcourt or transition, will make his living around the rim at the NBA level. That said, Toppin can clearly stretch the floor and over time may become a respected three-point threat. Defensively, he's shown himself to be adept at defending along the perimeter and capable of being a shot-altering presence as well. In many ways, he looks like a poor man's Zion Williamson. Not as explosive nor a brute force inside as Duke University's uniquely built forward is but a dynamic power forward with solid skill, basketball IQ and knack for making highlight-reel plays. Should forward Marcus Morris leave Boston as a free agent, Toppin is a player who will provide great depth behind Semi Ojeleye and Guerschon Yabusele, two other forwards with versatile skillsets. MORE: Charles Barkley hit back at Joel Embiid for saying he doesn't know what he's talking about NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Lots of chatter within NBA about potential LeBron-for-Simmons swap Video confirms reports of Chris Paul's attempt to sabotage Steph Curry 5 players returning from injury should make major impact for 49ers in 2019


JERSEY CITY, N.J.   Few have as much on the line on Sunday at The Northern Trust as Abraham Ancer. The 28-year-old can assure himself a spot in next week's BMW Championship, a place on the International team at this year's Presidents Cup and even his first start in the Tour Championship depending on his finish this week. You know, just another Sunday. "I'm trying not to think about that too much," said Ancer, who remained in the hunt at Liberty National thanks to a third-round 68. "I know it's there and I obviously think about it, but I'm just focusing on trying to do everything I can to just play a good, solid round tomorrow." The Northern Trust: Full-field scores | Full coverage | FedExCup standings Ancer was in a similar situation last year at the Dell Technologies Championship when he took the lead into the final round. Although he struggled to a closing 73 at TPC Boston, it was a valuable learning experience. "I didn't play bad. I just didn't make the key putts that I needed to make in certain parts of the round," said Ancer, who is alone in second place and a shot behind leader Patrick Reed. "Just the way I felt there, I think that situation is going to help me a ton." Ancer is currently 67 th on the post-season points list and 10 th on the International Presidents Cup team's points list which ends next week when the top 8 automatically qualify for the matches.


The Minnesota Twins are the surprise story of the 2019 Major League Baseball (MLB) season so far, a fact that likely helped four Twins advance to the final vote to determine who will start in the All-Star Game. First baseman C.J. Cron, shortstop Jorge Polanco, outfielder Eddie Rosario, and designated hitter Nelson Cruz all advanced to the 28-hour special vote. All finished the three-week preliminary voting period in the top three at their position (nine outfielders in total). Outfielder Max Kepler missed a spot in the finals by less than 200 votes, and Twins catcher Jason Castro, third baseman Marwin Gonzales, and outfielder Byron Buxton were also close. The final voting period will begin Wednesday at 11 a.m. central standard time, and end 28 hours later at 3 p.m. Thursday. Voters will decide which of the finalists get to start for the American League and National Leagues in the Midsummer Classic at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Tuesday, July 9. The starters will be announced Thursday night on ESPN. Here are the finalists at each position for both the American and National Leagues. CATCHER American League Robinson Chirinos (Astros) James McCann (White Sox) Gary Sánchez (Yankees) Just missed: Jason Castro (Twins) National League Willson Contreras (Cubs) Yasmani Grandal (Brewers) Brian McCann (Braves) FIRST BASE American League C.J. Cron (Twins) Carlos Santana (Indians) Luke Voit (Yankees) Just missed: Jose Abreu (White Sox), Yuli Gurriel (Astros) National League Josh Bell (Pirates) Freddie Freeman (Braves) Anthony Rizzo (Cubs) SECOND BASE American League José Altuve (Astros) Tommy La Stella (Angels) DJ LeMahieu (Yankees) National League Ozzie Albies (Braves) Ketel Marte (D-backs) Mike Moustakas (Brewers) Just missed: Enrique Hernandez (Dodgers) SHORTSTOP American League Carlos Correa (Astros) Jorge Polanco (Twins) Gleyber Torres (Yankees) Just missed: Francisco Lindor (Indians), Xander Bogaerts (Red Sox), Tim Anderson (White Sox) National League Javier Báez (Cubs) Trevor Story (Rockies) Dansby Swanson (Braves) Just missed: Corey Seager (Dodgers) THIRD BASE American League Alex Bregman (Astros) Hunter Dozier (Royals) Gio Urshela (Yankees) Just missed: Rafael Devers (Red Sox), Marwin Gonzalez (Twins) National League Nolan Arenado (Rockies) Kris Bryant (Cubs) Josh Donaldson (Braves) Just missed: Justin Turner (Dodgers) OUTFIELD American League Mookie Betts (Red Sox) Michael Brantley (Astros) Joey Gallo (Rangers) Aaron Judge (Yankees) Austin Meadows (Rays) Josh Reddick (Astros) Eddie Rosario (Twins) George Springer (Astros) Mike Trout (Angels) Just missed: Max Kepler (Twins), Byron Buxton (Twins) National League Ronald Acuña Jr.(Braves) Albert Almora Jr. (Cubs) Cody Bellinger (Dodgers) Charlie Blackmon (Rockies) Jason Heyward (Cubs) Nick Markakis (Braves) Joc Pederson (Dodgers) Kyle Schwarber (Cubs) Christian Yelich (Brewers) Just missed: Bryce Harper (Phillies), Alex Verdugo (Dodgers), Ender Inciarte (Braves) DESIGNATED HITTER American League Nelson Cruz (Twins) J.D. Martinez (Red Sox) Hunter Pence (Rangers) Just missed: Shohei Ohtani (Angels), Aledmys Diaz (Astros)


In Australia and globally. The X3 M together with its coupe-SUV twin X4 M are the latest performance models to join BMW M's range. During our first drive of the X3 M, we learned that the SUV is actually a pretty capable machine that's worthy of the M badge . The Bavarian company has invested a lot into developing the performance SUV and making it a beast and it believes it should become the best-selling M model in the very near future. The M division's best-seller globally currently is the M2 Competition which, depending on the region, is followed by either the M3 or M5. BMW expects the new X3 M to reshuffle the charts and take the top spot within the next few years. Australia's Motoring recently had a chat with BMW Australia spokesman Adam Davis, who confirmed to the publication BMW's ambitions about the X3 M. "We expect the X3 M to be the highest selling M car. It is now by far the biggest selling M or M Performance car in Australia. So it's a logical progression for the X3 M to follow the same course for M cars." Global BMW boss Markus Flasch is also sure that's the most likely direction: "The X3 M will be within the high-performance segment probably the highest selling." With up to 503 horsepower (375 kilowatts) and 442 pound-feet (600 Newton-meters) of torque, the X3 M is the most powerful production X3 ever released. It has an eight-speed automatic gearbox with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters that allow you to take control of gear-shifting. In Competition form, the 0-60 miles per hour (0-96 kilometers per hour) sprint takes exactly 4.0 seconds. Top speed is electronically governed to 155 mph (250 kph)   these are some impressive numbers that should make the performance SUV the best-seller of BMW M. Or at least that's what BMW believes. Research the BMW X3 M on MSN Autos Follow MSN Autos on Facebook and Twitter


BUELLTON, Calif.   In a sandy draw of the Santa Rita Hills, a cannabis company is planning to erect hoop greenhouses over 147 acres   the size of 130 football fields   to create the largest legal marijuana grow on earth. Across the Santa Ynez River, two miles away, a farmer is planting the planet's second biggest grow, at 83 acres. Several operations are already as large as what industry trackers say are the world's other behemoths, in Colorado and British Columbia, with a dozen more slated to be much bigger. Santa Barbara County's famed wine region   with its giant live oaks and destination tasting rooms   and the quiet beach town of Carpinteria have become the unlikely capital of California's legal pot market. Now row after row of white plastic hoop houses sprawl amid rolling vineyards and country estates, and coastal bungalows and schools carry the whiff of backcountry Humboldt. Lobbied heavily by the marijuana industry, Santa Barbara County officials opened the door to big cannabis interests in the last two years like no other county in the nation, setting off a largely unregulated rush of planting in a region not previously known for the crop. County supervisors voted not to limit the size and number of marijuana grows. They chose not to vet growers' applications for licenses or conduct site inspections. They decided to tax the operations based on gross revenue instead of licensed square footage, as Humboldt and Monterey counties do, even though the county has no method to verify the numbers. So far, the county has received a fraction of what its consultants had predicted. Santa Barbara officials are not alone in trying to lure cannabis cultivation. But the other local governments seeking this revenue stream are mostly in remote, economically depressed regions, not high-priced coastal and tourist areas. In Santa Barbara, growers and their hired advocates developed close ties to two county supervisors, Das Williams and Steve Lavagnino, who pushed for and won nearly every significant measure the cultivators asked for. A third supervisor elected in November, Gregg Hart, hired a marijuana lobbyist as his chief of staff. The cannabis boom has caused a backlash from residents and vintners afflicted by the smell, and farmers who worry that spraying their avocados could make them financially liable for tainting multimillion-dollar marijuana crops. Fearing for their businesses and quality of life, they have organized into activist groups, hired attorneys, filed lawsuits and zoning appeals. The county is now trying to rein in the industry with stricter regulations and law enforcement. California voters passed Proposition 64, legalizing recreational marijuana, in November 2016. In the ensuing 16 months, Santa Barbara County supervisors worked on plans to regulate and tax the industry, while allowing it to vastly expand under temporary licenses. The open window, combined with no limits on crop size, drew companies with the means to invest millions of dollars. Farms in Santa Barbara County hold 35% of all cultivation licenses issued in California this year, despite the county having only 1.8% of the state's land. Humboldt County, the historic center of the marijuana universe, has 22%, while illegal grows there continue to dominate the larger black market. Santa Barbara County officials say the industry will boost the agricultural economy, provide jobs and shore up government coffers. Supervisor Williams said the revenue from the cannabis tax allowed them to create a sheriff's enforcement team that began eradicating illegal grows in August. "Thirty-five raids in a small county is a lot," he said. He envisions the county fostering an industry that obeys the law, pays its taxes and solves problems affecting its neighbors. He conceded that the board's actions helped create a "Wild West situation that we're just cleaning up now." "Our community is painfully divided about how to bring this industry under control," he said. At the south end of the county in Carpinteria, the skunky odor of marijuana pours out the open vents of steel-frame greenhouses that the cut flower industry used for decades. Residents said the irritant makes eyes water and chests tighten. Some complain of headaches and nausea. Casey Roberts, 61, who has taught at Carpinteria High School for 33 years, said the smell comes and goes. It's worse in the morning, he said, and it doesn't seem to have changed much with the odor control systems. "Every day you get that scratchy throat," Adams said. The county mandated that growers in the Carpinteria Valley, which sits on unincorporated land surrounding the city, install odor control systems as part of their land use permits, and though the rule has not gone into effect, at least 12 of the 23 operations have done so, according to officials. But how much of the odor has been contained or neutralized is difficult to ascertain. Joan Esposito, 76, lives across from a greenhouse and says the smell still "permeates everything." Odor control systems are not required outside Carpinteria in the more rural wine country. In the Santa Ynez and Santa Maria valleys, the smell of pot can overwhelm the wine tasting rooms downwind of grows, while vast rows of polythene hoop houses have become eyesores on the pastoral landscape, threatening the tourism-dependent economy of one of the nation's top viticulture zones, famous to non-connoisseurs as the setting of the 2004 movie "Sideways." "The skunk smell is a deterrent to other animals and humans," said Tyler Thomas, the winemaker at Dierberg, which sits on a wedge of land surrounded by 230 acres in the permitting process for pot. "We have human beings coming to our tasting room we don't want to deter." Farmers closest to cannabis came to realize they can no longer spray pesticides without fear of being held liable for contaminating neighboring cannabis grows. By law, marijuana must be destroyed if it tests positive for pesticide. "The pesticide levels set for cannabis are extremely low," said Rick Shade, who manages 600 acres of avocado trees in the Carpinteria Valley. Marijuana growers agreed to sign a contract to not hold farmers liable for their crops if they spray during a specified time period. But commercial crop dusters last month decided they didn't want to take the risk. Sharyne Merritt, who has 13 acres of avocados, says even the organic spray she normally uses is banned for cannabis and the only acceptable one "is completely ineffective." "The cannabis growers will make tons of money while I'm going to lose half the value of my crop," she said. "No one seems to have thought this through." Graham Farrar, a Carpinteria Valley grower and president of the Carp Growers cannabis coalition, said he and his members would continue to look for a solution. Many of the Carpinteria-area cannabis growers were in the flower industry, he said, and have deep ties in the town. "It's really in our best interest to make our neighbors happy," he said. "I like to walk into the coffee shop with my head held high." The rush to profit from cannabis in Santa Barbara started during a moratorium on new grows. On Feb. 14, 2017, county supervisors cleared the way: Anyone who said they had been growing medical cannabis on or before the day the moratorium was passed   Jan. 19, 2016   could continue to cultivate the same amount on the same land if they signed into a registry that would grandfather them in. The growers did not have to provide any evidence that they owned or leased the property at the time, much less that they were cultivating cannabis there. This registry became the de facto list of legal growers in the county. When the state announced in the fall of 2017 that it was going to issue the first temporary cultivation licenses, the county turned to the registry to determine eligibility. Those on the list just had to sign an affidavit under penalty of perjury that they were growing medical marijuana on their site prior to Jan. 19, 2016. The supervisors rejected a measure recommended by the planning commission to have staff ask for documentation and research the veracity of the statements. The affidavit became the only documentation the California Department of Food and Agriculture was given to issue the state license. Santa Barbara was the sole county to rely just on an affidavit. Proposition 64 stipulated that large-scale grows not be licensed until 2023 to give small, local operators a chance to establish themselves before big corporate interests entered the market. State agriculture officials issued licenses for small grows of 10,000 square feet or less of planting space and medium licenses for up to an acre. But they allowed a loophole: Growers could stack as many of the small licenses as they wanted, leaving it to local jurisdictions to set limits. When Santa Barbara County supervisors decided to allow unlimited licenses, moneyed interests from all over the state saw an opportunity. The state licensing authority was suddenly deluged with applications for sites in Santa Barbara County   many filed by companies from Northern California and Los Angeles. All claimed they had been growing in Santa Barbara since January 2016. In the Santa Ynez Valley wine region, long tunnels of hoops began popping up last year. Just three weeks after the vote not to set limits, Iron Angel II registered with the state as a limited liability company based in Agoura Hills. By the end of the year, it had 265 small licenses   plus a single medium license   allowing it to grow 60 acres altogether. Another grow, a 30-acre greenhouse complex north of Buellton, had more than 600,000 plants (before it was raided for reasons the Sheriff's Department would not reveal). Stefanie Keenan said the rush to plant caused a spike in land values that has kept potential small growers like her and her husband out of the market. "They're charging $10,000 an acre a month to grow marijuana," said Keenan, who lives in Buellton. She urged the supervisors to start with a pilot program of local growers that would have less of an impact in communities. "You could have eased people in. But this is so in your face." Blair Pence said the field next to his winery on Highway 246 in the Santa Rita Hills had been planted with bell peppers until the spring of 2018. Now cannabis is growing on 30 of those acres and the sharp odor rolls down the canyon to his home and tasting room. He said another grow popped up on the parcel on the other side of his neighbor's land, along with two more across the street, and numerous others along the highway between Buellton and Lompoc   all in 2018, two years after the operators claimed they were already growing there. "These guys are all lying through their teeth," Pence said. A review of the sites on Google Earth confirms his observation that many farms were not there when the affidavits said they were, including one operated by a member of the county agricultural advisory board, John De Friel, who is applying for permits to grow 83 acres this year. De Friel did not respond to requests for comment. Dennis Bozanich, the deputy county executive officer in charge of developing cannabis regulations, said the sheriff has eradicated about 20 licensed farms because the operators lied on the affidavits about having grown since Jan. 19, 2016, and that investigations into others are ongoing. The state temporary licenses are expiring this year. The county now requires growers to go through its land use permitting process, which gives neighbors a chance to appeal. (But while that process is underway, temporary license holders, with the county's consent, can get a state provisional license that allows them to grow for another 12 months.) Every extra day helps. A 20-acre harvest could make over $40 million. The county is now quickly approving the longer-term grows. Those operations will be subject to more regulation than the last two years, officials say. They will have to tag and inventory every plant, a state requirement to ensure they pay taxes and sell only to licensed distributors. For the Carpinteria area, supervisors set a 186-acre limit because of residents' complaints about the smell. But elsewhere, the only limit on acreage is what the market will bear. In early May, Pence's attorney learned that the county had approved a land-use permit for a 50-acre marijuana grow, bigger than any in Colorado or Canada, across the street from the winery. "I never received any notice from the county," Pence said. "I had one day to appeal." The cannabis policy was developed largely by Bozanich and Supervisors Williams and Lavagnino. The two supervisors formed an ad hoc committee   not subject to California's open-meeting laws   that guided Bozanich and planning staff in writing temporary measures and, ultimately, a broad ordinance regulating the industry. At board meetings, Bozanich, Williams or Lavagnino floated concepts they had already discussed with growers   like the registry   and growers lined up to support them during the public comments. While there were numerous public hearings, few residents attended most of them and many were later caught unaware by the scope of the cultivation, failing to anticipate the consequences of the incremental measures being passed. The supervisor who regularly opposed the industry's agenda, Janet Wolf, retired this January and said the board's actions felt less like a policy debate than a "fait accompli." "Bottom line, people didn't understand the implications of anything that was going to happen," she said. "We'd never taken on a huge land-use issue and do it by an ad hoc committee in the 12 years I was on the board." Emails and calendars released to The Times through the state public records act show marijuana lobbyists and growers had easy and regular access to Williams and Lavagnino. Erin Weber, a cannabis consultant with California Strategies, a Sacramento-based lobbying firm, drafted a letter last year for Williams to send to the Coastal Commission, urging it to certify the county's cannabis regulations in the coastal zone. "This is very faithful to what we discussed," Williams responded in an email. "We will submit it without changes." He told The Times that because the anti-cannabis side also supported the regulations, he saw no problem with signing the letter. In the fall of 2017, Weber and her colleague Jared Ficker were lobbying hard to let growers on the registry cultivate with no limits. Williams' calendar contains an entry on Sept. 4 for "Sailing Trip/Diving" with Ficker and Williams' wife. When the planning department last year recommended a measure that the marijuana farmers should bear all the costs of appeals to their permits filed by neighbors, the cultivators emailed Williams that it was unfair and urged him to reject it. "Don't worry, I'll fix it with a 50-50 recovery model. Don't tell anyone though," he wrote to grower Mike Palmer. "On it," he wrote to Farrar, the president of Carp Growers, "We will cost split it if I get my way." "Thanks Das," Farrar replied. The move would have put half the cost of county staff time   as much as $14,000 for a single appeal   on the grower and half on the person making the appeal. Instead, the supervisors decided not to vote on the staff recommendation, saying it was unfair to growers, and left the county to bear the entire amount. Williams met frequently with Farrar. He wrote a letter of recommendation on Farrar's behalf to Culver City, where the grower was seeking to open a dispensary. The two also socialized. "Hey man," Farrar emailed Williams in September 2018, a couple months after the appeal measure was shot down, recommending shows they might see at the Santa Barbara Bowl. "The National   this will be awesome.. i've got an event before so not sure if i can make it but definitely will if i can." In 2017 and 2018, members of Carp Growers contributed a total of $16,500 to the supervisor's campaign committee, and they donated $12,000 to Lavagnino in the month leading up to the final vote on the cannabis ordinance last year. Williams said the contributions and his friendships did not influence his decisions. "I have friends on the other side of this, too. This is a small community." Emails suggest Farrar also had a casual relationship with Lavagnino, even though his district is on the opposite end of the county as Carpinteria. They attended a fundraising dinner together in Santa Barbara for the Special Olympics in October. That morning, Farrar wrote to the supervisor: "Hey man   happy Sunday .. what are you thinking for tonight? When do you want to get there? Drinks before?" Lavagnino also said he had friends on both sides of the issue. He said the regulatory process and law enforcement will sort out "the people in this for a quick buck" and leave responsible operators. "These people have invested a lot of money getting to this point," he said, "They're going to want to follow the rules." Lavagnino has said repeatedly that the county's goal was to bring an illicit industry into the light and make it pay taxes. The supervisors drafted a tax measure that voters passed requiring growers to pay 4% of their gross receipts to the county. This had a couple advantages over taxing by square-footage: growers would not have to pay for failed crops, and operators who ran their own distribution and retail ventures would be taxed just once, at the final sale. But for the time being, the county had a system in which they had no idea how many plants were grown, nor how much product was sold. In February 2018, a consultant for the county, HdL Companies, estimated the county would collect between $15 million and $21 million in taxes annually from the 47 acres that was licensed to grow at that point. If that acreage expanded, so would the tax stream. That month, Lavagnino urged two of his skeptical colleagues to pass a tax referendum and land-use policy so the county could reap the rewards. "I'm trying to generate what could be $20 t -$40 million a year for the county," he said. By the end of 2018, the acreage licensed had grown to more than 630 acres. Even if only a quarter of that were cultivated, the county would be due between $24 million and $36 million annually in taxes, using the consultant's formula and price-per-pound of $500 to $750. But for the three tax quarters collected so far, covering the peak of the harvest season, the county has received only $4.6 million. "We've been somewhat flying blind," Bozanich said. He said this will change later this year as growers come into compliance with the comprehensive ordinance passed last year and must register every plant with the state. Statewide cannabis industry leaders say there are not enough licensed dispensaries in California to buy what is being grown. "It's either going to leak into the informal market or rot in warehouses," said Hezekiah Allen, a cannabis lobbyist who headed the California Growers Association for four years and now serves on the board. "This is absolutely ludicrous in terms of volume." "We think it takes 1,100 acres to supply the entire state," he said. By the end of May, the growers in Santa Barbara County had applied to plant 1,415 acres.     ©2019 Los Angeles Times Visit the Los Angeles Times at www.latimes.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland   As a youngster, Graeme McDowell was not unlike any other kid with a passion for golf. While making his way around his home course, a hopeful youngster might dream of winning the Masters or the U.S. Open, or, in McDowell's case, the Open Championship. And always, the dream was at Royal Portrush. There are many layers to the story of the Open Championship returning to Portrush for the first time in 68 years, but for McDowell, truly the only native son in the field, born and raised here along the Causeway Coast and Glens, and groomed to be a golfer in this venerable town, it can't be more personal. When McDowell teed off in Saturday's third round of the 2019 Open, he could feel the collective ache of his fellow countrymen, who had to absorb the disappointment of watching what befell fellow countrymen Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke. "We're not robots; we hurt, and we hurt a lot sometimes," McDowell said. "It's a tough sport." Clarke, who now lives in Portrush and had the honor of hitting the first shot of the championship, was one stroke inside the cutline until he suffered a triple bogey on the home hole on Friday, ending his week in shocking fashion. McIlroy, undoubtedly the nation's best hope for bringing home the claret jug, came up one stroke shy of making the cut despite a furious inward rally that had the feel of a late-Sunday push for the title when all he was asking for was one more day. He was emotionally spent, nearly breaking down after coming so close to erasing his disastrous opening round that included a stunning quadruple bogey on the first hole and triple bogey at the last. "Eighteen has been pretty cruel to all three Northern Irish lads this week," McDowell said. "Hurt the boys badly, hurt us all badly, myself and Rory on Thursday, and I can't imagine how Darren felt yesterday. I was sick for him." RELATED: Rory McIlroy got emotional when his Friday charge to make the cut fell one stroke short The crowd was 10-deep around the first tee for McDowell in Game 3 at 9:55 a.m. It would have been anyway, but this morning McDowell embarked as the Northern Ireland's redeemer. And he knew it. "Obviously without Rory and Darren here people really focused on me this morning," said GMac, 39, who now makes his home in Lake Nona, Fla. "And alongside Bubba Watson, of course, we pulled a huge crowd. It was an amazing atmosphere." Thanks to birdies on the final two holes, McDowell posted a three-under 68 on the Dunluce Links, a score that would not be bettered until nearly three hours later, when Danny Willett shot a 65 in Game 21. We can't be young again, but it's a remarkable sensation to reach back for just one tingle of childhood, especially the farther we travel through time. The score is always the thing in golf, of course, but it's days like Saturday when it is not everything. McDowell had to wipe away tears on the first tee on Thursday. He watched how emotional McIlroy became late Friday when his determined bid went for naught. "To watch him break down a little bit kind of felt like legitimized my tears in my eyes Thursday morning," McDowell said with a grin. McDowell didn't have the same burden here as McIlroy. Instead, the meaning of this week was rediscovering a bit of his younger self and reveling in that feeling. We can't be young again, but it's a remarkable sensation to reach back for just one tingle of childhood, especially the farther we travel through time. "Yeah, I grew up with a dream to play the Open Championship. I grew up with the legend of '51 here," McDowell said. "I walked past Fred Daly's picture and Rathmore clubhouse with the claret jug in his hand many, many times. The Open Championship was something I was always aware of as a child. "It's obviously something I'll look back on in the future and go, 'That was a special week to be back here for the first time.' Obviously hoping to be back here; not sure I'll be back here much, but hopefully be back here a few more times the next 20 years." There is an inescapable sense of the fanciful to McDowell's Open odyssey. He might not have been here had he not willed home a 29-foot par putt on the 72nd hole at the RBC Canadian Open to earn one of the exemptions available at Hamilton Golf & Country Club. He had to survive his own triple bogey on the 72nd hole on Thursday, then covered the final four holes on Friday with four pars to make the cut on the number. The previous day, he played the stretch in five over. "There's been a bit of magic to the whole process, qualifying and everything that has happened this week," he said while signing autographs for his compatriots. "It's only just struck me how fortunate I am to be here at home playing in this Open, playing in front of these folks." And the magic just kept happening. His finish on Saturday was sublime, as good as any he could have conjured from his imagination. He birdied the 17th from a few feet and then hit a wonderful drive on 18 the old 16th hole he knew from his youth only to find the ball quartering over a sandy divot. The ball came off his 6-iron with almost no sensation. "When I struck it, I didn't actually feel any turf underneath. It felt like it kind of disintegrated a little bit underneath me," he said. "In that scenario, you can't tell if you've got ball first or not. "The crowd told me it was pretty good." The roar from the grandstands hovering over the green delivered unmistakable news. He was close. Two feet. McDowell appeared to have air under his feet as he bounced toward the green. He negotiated the distance of his final stroke and acknowledged the crowd, standing, clapping, cheering, hoping he might linger there. He wished he could. "It all went a bit fast," he said. But at least there is tomorrow, another round, another chance to bask in memories while making new ones. It has been a sentimental journey this week for Graeme McDowell. That's not really news, not remotely unexpected. Still, rare is the man who gets to retrace his steps, feel the warmth of truly being home, and sense a familiar tingle of a childhood dream. Few greater joys are we ever afforded. Check out Golf Digest Schools for the best in video golf instruction WATCH: GOLF DIGEST VIDEOS See the video. Forgotten Courses That Have Hosted a Major


Sammie Coates ' stint with the Chiefs didn't last very long. Kansas City is cutting the receiver, according to Field Yates of ESPN.com. The Chiefs signed Coates back in February , and he only lasted a few months with his latest team. Coates entered the league as a third-round pick of the Steelers back in 2015, and he initially showed some promise in Pittsburgh. In 2016, he started five games and racked up 435 yards and two touchdowns. Coates then got injured and was subsequently buried in Pittsburgh's deep wide receiver group, so he was traded to the Browns just before the start of the 2017 season. He appeared in 12 games and started one in Cleveland but ended up catching just six passes for 70 yards in Cleveland's winless year. After being released last March, he latched on with Houston and spent most of 2018 with the Texans. He caught only one pass last year, and the fact that he couldn't stick on a 90-man roster through May isn't a great sign for his NFL future. His phone won't be ringing off the hook.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Santa Ana? We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating apartment rentals in Santa Ana if you don't want to spend more than $2,200/month on rent. Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 300 W. Second St. (Downtown) Listed at $2,105/month, this 971-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 300 W. Second St. The unit, which comes furnished, f hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry and garage parking. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 1201 Fairhaven Ave. Next, check out this 965-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom spot that's located at 1201 Fairhaven Ave. It's listed for $2,135/month. The building offers on-site laundry, a swimming pool, a gym and secured entry. In the unit, you'll find a balcony. The rental is cat-friendly. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 811 N. Minter St. (Lacy) Located at 811 N. Minter St., here's a 950-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,150/month. You can expect to see air conditioning in the apartment. The building boasts on-site laundry and assigned parking. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is fairly bikeable and has good transit options. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 805 W. Stevens Ave. Listed at $2,195/month, this 980-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 805 W. Stevens Ave. Amenities offered in the building include secured entry, assigned parking and on-site laundry. The apartment also includes hardwood flooring. The property is cat-friendly and dog-friendly. Look out for a $250 pet fee. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 3630 Westminster Ave. (Santa Anita) Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode over at 3630 Westminster Ave. It's listed for $2,200/month for its 844 square feet. You can expect to find a walk-in closet and air conditioning in the residence. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate a gym and a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. (See the complete listing here .) Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Santa Ana . This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


WEST ALLIS -- Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to make their way to State Fair Park over the next 11 days for the Wisconsin State Fair . Brian Kramp spent the morning getting out some of the unique entertainment. Through the generosity of State Fair's partners and day sponsors, Central Park features plenty of activities for the whole family each day. Activities will include contests, crafts, exhibits and entertainment. Thursday, Aug. 1 is Wells Fargo $2 Day benefiting Hunger Task Force. Fairgoers can enter Fair Park for just $2 until 4 p.m. when they donate at least two cans of pears or peaches or make a cash donation outside any fair admission entrance. Guests can stop by Central Park to enjoy live music, get their picture taken on the Hunger Task Force Farm tractor, and enjoy free face painting. Friday, Aug. 2 is Klement's Day. Fairgoers can gather 'round something great on Klement's Day! Klement's Sausage, Milwaukee's Hometown Sausage company, will be on hand in Central Park for a variety of activates, contests and fun. In addition, there will be time to sample many delicious Klement's products. Saturday Aug. 3 is Sentry Foods Day. Sentry Foods will be holding a Sample-Fest in Central Park offering a wide variety of FREE product samples including some of the "Best Meat in Town." A cooking demo along with a variety of children's contests and activities will also be held throughout the day. (Free samples start at 10 a.m. - while supplies last). Sunday, Aug. 4 is UW-Milwaukee Day. UWM deserves a gold star for more than just their school colors. They hold Research 1 status, the gold standard for the nation's top research universities, and offer a gold mine of opportunities to their students. Fairgoers will find the Gold School celebration in Central Park. There will be fun, food, games, giveaways, lives performances, the "Roar Like a Panther" contest for kids 12 and under, and premium prizes for the first 1,000 fairgoers to complete the gold school scavenger hunt. Tuesday, Aug. 6 is Kwik Trip Day. New this year Kwik Trip, Inc. is excited to be part of the Wisconsin State Fair. A family- owned business based out of La Crosse, Wis., they operate 379 stores in the state of Wisconsin. The Kwik Trip display will be located in Central Park. Featuring product showcases, contests and activities. Visitors can learn more about the company and its innovative Kwik Rewards program, interact with Kwik Trip employees, and win amazing prizes. Wednesday, Aug. 7 is Meijer Day. Meijer, a family-owned retailer, opened its first Wisconsin supercenters in 2015. Meijer currently has 11 stores in Wisconsin, including the newest store in Sheboygan. Join Meijer in Central Park for children's activities, fun contests and FREE giveaways. Fairgoers can also save $4 on ONE adult gate admission ticket before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7 when they spend $30 or more at Wisconsin Meijer stores between June 30   Aug. 7, 2019. Thursday, Aug. 8 is Prairie Farms Dairy Day. Prairie Farms Dairy invites fairgoers to Central Park from 9 a.m.   3 p.m. for award-winning dairy samples, fun family activities and great raffle prizes. On Sunday, Aug. 11, State Fair comes to a close with Miller High Life Veterans & Military Recognition Day. Don't miss a special military program at the Associated Bank Amphitheater at 10:30 a.m. Activities will take place all day in Central Park, and the annual Veterans and Military Recognition Day Parade will kick off at 2 p.m. Veterans, military personnel and up to three (3) family members will receive FREE admission to the Fair with proper ID until 4 p.m.     ©2019 WITI-TV, Milwaukee Visit WITI-TV, Milwaukee at www.fox6now.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


The Houston Rockets have yet to hold their unofficial team-wide offseason workouts, but veteran guards James Harden and Eric Gordon got a head start this week in The Bahamas. Newly acquired guard Russell Westbrook responded with "Locked and Loaded!!!" in the Instagram comments section . Harden and Gordon are entering their fourth season together in Houston. Assuming the 30-year-old Gordon finishes the season with the Rockets, the only NBA player with more experience playing alongside Harden would be Patrick Beverley (five seasons). Gordon's current four-year player contract is set to expire after the 2019-20 NBA season. If he does not agree to an extension with the Rockets, he will effectively be in a "contract year" in which the level of his play this season could correlate strongly with his next deal. Meanwhile, Harden - who turns 30 later this month - already appears to be in strong physical condition well ahead of the start of NBA training camps in late September. Harden averaged 36.1 points, 7.5 assists, and 6.6 rebounds in 36.8 minutes per game last season, while Gordon tallied 16.2 points (36% on 3s) in 31.7 minutes per game. Harden finished second in the NBA's 2019 MVP voting after winning the award in 2018. Earlier this week, Harden took time to meet the Temple University men's basketball team, which played three games in Nassau. #TheBeard x #IslandOwls @JHarden13 | pic.twitter.com/DhJCbfWHio - Temple Men's BBall (@TUMBBHoops) August 5, 2019 The majority of the 2019-20 Houston roster is expected to train and work out together later this month in Los Angeles, California, according to The Athletic 's Kelly Iko and Alykhan Bijani. MORE: A furious Chris Davis had to be held back from Orioles manager Brandon Hyde Deadline passes as Elliott loses accrued season, fines reach $500K How to watch, listen, stream Chargers vs. Cardinals Packers vs. Texans: Time, TV schedule, streaming, how to watch Eagles' backup QB Nate Sudfeld carted off with wrist injury vs. Titans Related slideshow: Top picks of 2019 NBA Draft (provided by imagn)


The Greenville County Sheriff's Office is hoping to improve deputies' abilities to find missing and endangered persons thanks to a donation from Bon Secours St. Francis Health System. A $20,000, two-year donation will help pay for the equipment needed for the Sheriff's Office to launch the Project Lifesaver personal locating system. The nonprofit Project Lifesaver is now offering agencies new radio frequency-based tracking receivers that help authorities locate those who are reported missing. Once missing, those who have signed up to wear a Project Lifesaver bracelet can be detected by tracking receivers from up to seven miles away. Sgt. J.D. Redman, who supervises the Sheriff's Office's K-9 search and rescue team, said the Project Lifesaver devices will add one more tool to their swatch of resources that include K-9s, drones and a helicopter. He said the nonprofit's latest models have capabilities to link to mobile apps and drones so both radio frequency and GPS technology can be utilized. Sheriff Johnny Mack Brown announced the program last month with Matt Caldwell, the Greenville Market president of Bon Secours. "When people lose a family member, friend or loved one they are scared. They want something done," Brown said. "It's our duty as first responders to do what we can to help bring them home." Caldwell said some populations including people with Alzheimer's or people who are the autism spectrum are at times marginalized. "We want to make sure as much a we can to fulfill our mission that we partner with the Sheriff's Office and the great work they do across the spectrum to make sure we keep these members that are in our communities with their families and loved ones," Caldwell said. The Sheriff's Office's search and rescue team has handled 30 cases so far this year, Redman said. Everyone has been located, either from direct searches or following up with family members, from those 30 cases, he said. He said Greenville County has a growing population, so the unit is seeing more missing and endangered persons cases every year. He also said those with Alzheimer's or autism present unique challenges when they are missing. The seven mile distance the new devices will cover is a major improvement compared to what Project Lifesaver had offered in the past, which covers just one mile, Redman said. "We try to use everything we can find in our toolbox, along with the mutual agreements we have with other agencies in the county to help bring the lost and missing home," Redman said." Brown said residents should know that in any missing person case, early reporting is critical. "There's an old custom that you had to wait 24 hours before reporting a missing person, that was never really the case with the sheriff' office," Brown said. "The sooner we have the information, the quicker we can respond." Daniel J. Gross covers public safety and breaking news for The Greenville News. Reach him at dgross@greenvillenews.com or on Twitter @danieljgross. This article originally appeared on The Greenville News: 'Project Lifesaver' program to improve missing person searches


NEW YORK   The New York Yankees have assembled some of the most fearsome lineups in the history of baseball. With home runs flying out of the park at a record pace and as the team is resembling their potential look on paper, it is a group that has lacked its expected star power. That hasn't prevented history from being created on Monday night. Aaron Hicks' fifth inning home run gave the Yankees a home run in their 27th consecutive game, tying a Major League record. The Yankees have tied the 2002 Texas Rangers, who hit a home run in 27 straight games from August 11 to September 9, 2002. New York's streak began on May 26 in the final game of a series at Kansas City. Twelve different Yankees have hit home runs during the streak, combining for a total of 46 home runs overall. The most home runs during the streak came off the bat of catcher Gary Sanchez, who hit eight of them. "I'm not surprised," manager Aaron Boone said Monday afternoon before the record was tied. "Based on what I think these guys are capable of, what I know they're capable of when they're all together clicking, this is the result. If you would have told me before if this was possible, sure. Any time you're talking about something that's never happened in the history of our organization, it's something to take note of and be impressed with." Among the names are a few names that have not been with the team for the duration of the streak. Edwin Encarnacion, who was still on Seattle when the streak began, has hit two home runs since joining the Yankees during the run. Cameron Maybin, not classically known as a home run hitter, has four home runs in the span. Maybin was placed on the injured list Sunday with a left calf strain. Clint Frazier, who currently resides in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, has two home runs during the streak. More: Yankees taking precautions as team prepares for London series More: Marcus Stroman on Yankees trade rumors: 'I love bright lights' The previous team record for consecutive games with a home run was 25 in a row, set from June 1 to June 29, 1941. A total of 40 home runs were hit by the team in that span, led by Joe DiMaggio's 10 home runs in that span. A combined nine hitters struck home runs in that streak, including three future Hall of Fame players. Joe Gordon, who hit five of them, and Phil Rizzuto, who hit one, join DiMaggio in Cooperstown. What is so remarkable about this run of home runs for the Yankees is doing it without many of their most feared bats healthy for the majority of the run. Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge were both still on the injured list and neither have hit a home run to contribute to the streak. "That's the kind of lineup we want to have," Boone said Monday afternoon. "Even in this stretch where we've been swinging the bats really well, there's times when a pitcher gets through our lineup a time or two and has success, but feel like these guys do a really good job of making you earn it and when you do that over and over, eventually, there's some mistakes made and we have guys capable of capitalizing." The home run is also the 127th home run struck by a Yankee this season, tying the pace set by last season's team. The 2018 Yankees set a league record with 266 home runs, surpassing the mark of 264 home runs, set by the 1997 Seattle Mariners. This article originally appeared on North Jersey Record: New York Yankees tie MLB record with home run in 27th straight game Related Slideshow: Best of the 2019 MLB season (provided by imagn)


Between President Donald Trump posting record-shattering fundraising numbers, a formerly little-known mayor setting a high bar for the Democratic field and a swath of campaigns making significant investments in digital operations in the early stages, the Federal Election Commission reports filed on Monday offered a glimpse at the shifting fates for the campaigns as they prepare for the long race ahead. This early, a strong showing in a single quarter does not always translate to early-state votes or even define viability -- and the uncertainty of it all will continue to loom over the competition as they presidential hopefuls seek to go the distance. Here are five major takeaways from the most recent FEC reports: (MORE: Buttigieg sets high campaign fundraising bar, Biden raised more per day than any other Democrat) The top earners secure front-runner status in race South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg kicked off the second-quarter fundraising race amid fanfare earlier this month. No other 2020 Democrats were able to top the $25 million he raised between April and June. Former Vice President Joe Biden, who launched his campaign a little later than other candidates, came in second, raising a total of $22 million in the first 66 days of his bid. Biden's campaign has emphasized that he's not accepting any donations that would be transferred to the general election fund, unlike other candidates, including Buttigieg. But only a small portion of the general election fund made up Buttigieg's total this quarter. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., pulled herself into the top tier by bringing in $19 million from grassroots donations, more than three times the amount she raised in the first quarter. Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Kamala Harris, D-Calif., the two biggest fundraisers last quarter, finished behind their rivals, as they raised about the same amount as the previous quarter, $18 million and $12 million , respectively. But Sanders is stocked up against the crowded Democratic presidential field, with more than $27 million cash on hand, with help from a $7.6 million transfer from his prior campaign. Buttigieg, Warren and Harris are also gearing up for a competitive second half of 2019, with $22.6 million, $19.8 million and $13.3 million cash on hand. Biden, despite his big fundraising sum this quarter, will have some catching up to do as he enters the third quarter with $10.9 million in his bank. These early fundraising numbers come before another batch of 20 candidates take the stage at the second Democratic debates in Detroit next week, but the hauls are setting up a splintered field between these five well-funded candidates and the rest of the field. The top candidates all earned over $10 million in the second quarter, but then there is a steep gap, with the next top raiser being Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., who brought in only $4.5 million. Lower tier candidates are outspending their wallets In a steep fall from his last quarter haul, former Texas congressman Beto O'Rourke raised only $3.7 million in three months -- less than the nearly $6 million he raked in during the first 24 hours of his presidential bid. O'Rourke first entered the Democratic primary in March, with lofty expectations following his unsuccessful Senate run against Sen. Ted Cruz despite his fundraising prowess -- he raised $80 million during that race. But his campaign has struggled in recent months to pick up much-needed traction amid the crowded field. O'Rourke is finding himself among a tier of candidates whose second-quarter fundraising sums are far less than the top five contenders who set a high bar on fundraising. With six months until the Iowa caucuses, when the first voters will head to the polls in the nominating contest, O'Rourke, along with nearly half of the Democratic field, burned through their cash -- spending more than they raised throughout the second quarter. Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Gov. Jay Inslee, D-Wash., entrepreneur Andrew Yang, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, author Marianne Williamson, former Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo., former congressman John Delaney, D-Md., and Florida Mayor Wayne Messam all blazed through their war chests -- at a time when they should be stocking up. As concerns rise over how much longer their long-shot campaigns can last, the tiers appear even more hierarchical when it comes to cash in the bank. While the top tier of fundraisers reports double-digit numbers for cash on hand, which allows candidates to build up their campaign apparatus with more staff and resources in the early-voting states, others are resorting to prior campaign committees and their own dollars to navigate rough waters. After spending nearly double the $2.3 million she raised this quarter, Gillibrand still has more than $8 million in her pocket after she transferred money from her Senate campaign fund last quarter. Delaney, who had the worst burn rate this cycle after spending more than $2 million despite raising just over $284,000, secured more than $7.4 million in his fund by the end of this quarter thanks to a $7 million loan from himself dropped just two days before the close of books. (MORE: 5 takeaways from the 1st major fundraising reports of the 2020 presidential race) Small-dollar donations dominate second-quarter finances In the sprawling Democratic primary, a central theme this cycle continues to be the candidates' emphasis on small-dollar donors financing their campaigns -- as both a signal of their grassroots strength and engagement with regular people across the country and a key benchmark to land on a debate stage. The grassroots push in the 2020 contest is also echoed in the rules for the Democratic debates -- which includes a new grassroots qualifying rule implemented by the Democratic National Committee after the 2016 presidential primary in an effort to prioritize inclusion. Among the front-runners in fundraising, both progressive stalwarts, Sanders and Warren, who broadly share a vision for economic equality, are shunning high-dollar fundraisers and relying on a powerful base of small donors. Not all campaigns released the number of individual donors, but in the second quarter, Sanders is once again the leader of the pack, garnering the most grassroots support with his $14 million coming from 1 million unique donations. Small dollar donors composed 84% of his contributions, according to ProPublica . Warren falls behind him and Yang, with her $19.8 million coming from 384,000 donors and 70% of small-dollar donors making up her fundraising total. About 81% of Yang's second-quarter total came from donations of $200 or less. Buttigieg's campaign claimed more than 294,000 donors who contributed to his staggering $24.9 million haul, and Harris received her $11.8 million from 279,000 donors, according to her campaign. According to FEC filings, only eight of the 25 campaigns raised a majority of their money from donors who gave $200 or less. The bottom five contenders who reported less than 25% of their donations coming from people who gave $200 or less are Montana Gov. Steve Bullock (22%), Delaney (20%, Booker (16%), Hickenlooper (15%) and New York Mayor Bill de Blasio (9%), according to ProPublica. Democrats are dishing out digital ad dollars The 2020 Democrats are making it loud and clear, the battle is no longer on-air -- it's online. Many of the candidates have been aggressively targeting voters with digital advertising campaigns, so much so that some of them are burning through much of their campaign funds on digital operations. Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., for instance, spent more than $737,000 on digital ads out of the total of $1.3 million he spent throughout the whole quarter, while former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro spent more than $1 million on digital advertising out of the total $2.3 million he spent. Gillibrand, too, spent nearly $1 million out of her total of $4 million on digital ads. In the month leading up to the first Democratic debates, which took place on June 26-27, Castro spent roughly $373,000 on debate-related digital advertising from May 25 to June 29, according to data from Facebook and Google's political ad transparency reports, aggregated by Bully Pulpit Interactive , a Democratic digital communications firm. Both Bennet and Gillibrand spent most of their digital dollars on debate-related advertising throughout the second quarter, with over $409,000 and nearly $228,000 respectively. Inslee spent nearly $1 million of the $3 million he raised this quarter on online advertising. Of that $1 million, he has spent a little under half a million dollars since March 30, almost a month after Inslee announced his presidential bid, through June 30 on digital advertising related to climate change, an issue around which he's centered his campaign. Inslee's spending dwarfed the rest of the field and was 12 times more than Klobuchar, the next closest candidate, whose ad totals are around $38,000, according to the data. Meanwhile, among candidates who've filed in the second quarter, those sticking to the traditional means of television ads include Delaney and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii. Delaney reported spending at least $713,000 on television ad buys, while Gabbard reported spending nearly $550,000 on on-air ads. She has also been double dipping with digital ads, spending at least $457,000. Shortly after the second-quarter ended, Gillibrand launched a television ad and billionaire activist Tom Steyer launched his presidential campaign, and has been spending millions on ad buys since. (MORE: Elizabeth Warren's fundraising numbers provide a telling snapshot of the Democratic primary ahead) Trump looms in the distance with massive war chest Trump, unlike his Democratic rivals, has been aggressively campaigning for reelection with the backing of the Republican National Committee since immediately after his inauguration in 2017. And in the second quarter of 2019, the Trump campaign and its two joint fundraising committees with the RNC spent more than $25 million in support of the president. At least $2.8 million of that went to the campaign's online and digital operation, including more than $1 million to campaign manager Brad Parscale's digital firm Parscale Strategy. It is unclear how much of this money goes to buying ad placement. The Trump campaign didn't spend any money on on-air campaigns in the second quarter, and only a small amount overall so far this year. The Trump campaign and his committees also spent more than $1.5 million in legal fees this quarter, with almost $993,000 of that still going to former White House Counsel Don McGahn's firm, Jones Day, after reports that the campaign was looking for a new in-house legal team. The Trump campaign and its affiliated committees spent nearly $323,000 at various Trump properties between April and June, including more than $131,000 at the Mar-a-Lago club, $105,000 at the Trump hotel in Washington, and $75,083 rent for the Trump campaign office at the New York Trump Tower. According to the campaign, the Trump campaign and its joint fundraising committees raised a total of $56.7 million this quarter, and the RNC raised an additional $51 million in support of Trump, bringing the total amount raised for Trump's reelection efforts to $108 million. The Trump campaign and the joint fundraising committees have $80 million cash on hand and the RNC have $43 million cash on hand, according to the campaign. ABC News' Quinn Scanlan and John Verhovek contributed to this report.


Matthijs de Ligt is finally, officially, irredeemably property of Juventus. The well-tracked 19-year-old Ajax center back has signed a four-year deal with the serial Serie A champions after months of speculation. [ MORE: Atleti signs Trippier ] De Ligt was connected with almost all of the big boys this summer, but momentum swung in Juventus' favor around June 22 . The 6-foot-2 Dutch center back chipped in seven goals in 55 appearances last season, scoring against both Juve and Spurs in the latter stages of the UEFA Champions League. Now in Turin, De Ligt can focus on helping Maurizio Sarri 's men deliver a UEFA Champions League title since scudetti have become common place for the Old Lady. Ajax reportedly pockets a cool $84 million for its academy star. Juventus is loaded for 2019-20, and will bid to win its first UCL crown since 1996. It has lost the final five times since that triumph over Ajax. Follow @NicholasMendola


The Chevy Blazer mid-size SUV is adding a new engine to its lineup for 2020. It's a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four with an estimated 230 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The other engine options remain a 193-hp naturally aspirated inline-four and a 308-hp V-6. The new turbo-four engine will be available on 2LT and 3LT models with either front- or all-wheel drive. The Chevrolet Blazer just hit the scene for 2019, but it is already adding a new engine for its second model year. The 2020 Blazer will offer a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four with 230 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, Chevy has confirmed to C/D . This slots in nicely between the current base engine , a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter inline-four with 193 hp, and the upgrade engine, a 3.6-liter V-6 with 308 hp. Like those other two engines, the new turbo-four will come with a nine-speed automatic transmission and offer engine stop-start capability. Unlike the base four-cylinder, which comes only with front-wheel drive, the new 2.0-liter motor can be paired with the optional all-wheel drive system. It will come standard on 2LT and 3LT trim levels; the base Blazer L and LT still come only with the 2.5-liter engine, and the Blazer RS and Premier models come only with the 3.6-liter V-6. Research the Chevrolet Blazer on MSN Autos Chevy has not yet released fuel-economy estimates or pricing for the new 2.0-liter engine, but we assume it will start somewhere in the mid-$30,000 range (the current Blazer 2LT with a V-6 and front-wheel drive starts at $34,495). Fuel economy should sit somewhere between the 2.5L Blazer, which is rated at 24 mpg combined, and the 3.6L Blazer, which gets 22 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 21 mpg combined with all-wheel drive. 2020 Blazer models with this new engine will start reaching dealerships in October, and pricing will become available within the new few months. Follow MSN Autos on Facebook and Twitter


Most of the money pledged towards the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral has yet to be collected, the Archbishop of Paris said in a statement Wednesday. Donors had pledged about a billion euros ($1.12 billion) but so far "the greater part of these donations have not yet materialised", said the Archbishop of Paris Michel Aupetit in a statement. Notre-Dame Cathedral, in the historic heart of Paris, lost its spire and most of its roof in a spectacular fire on April 15, prompting an outpouring of support. One of the four bodies tasked with collecting money to restore Notre Dame, La Fondation du Patrimoine, last weekend announced it had stopped collecting. It said it had received 218 million euros and that the total received towards restoring the cathedral came to 900 million. But Culture Minister Franck Riester said Monday: "It is premature to think that we have too much money collected." The Paris archbishopric is coordinating the receipt of donations. It runs the Notre-Dame Foundation, which the statement said had so far gathered 13.5 million euros. "That is why the collection continues," the archbishop added. The foundation is in talks with the Pinault and Arnault families, rival French luxury goods empires that have pledged 100 million and 200 million euros respectively. These major patrons will stagger their contribution accordng to how the reconstruction work develops, Christophe Rousselot of the Notre-Dame Foundation told AFP. He said the collection of money was continuing because nobody could yet say how much the restoration work would cost.


Milwaukee is forecast to see light rainfall this coming week, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Tomorrow's forecast shows the highest possibility of rain at 92 percent, with rain possible through Monday. Also expect cool temperatures today and tomorrow. Temperatures will reach just 66 degrees on Friday, then turn to warmer weather from Sunday to Thursday. Skies will be cloudy today and partly cloudy on Tuesday. Winds will reach a modest high of 13 mph tomorrow, while today will be calmer with a top speed of just 7 mph. This story was created automatically using Saildrone's local weather forecast data, then reviewed by an editor. We also incorporate historic weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Studies consistently demonstrate that when and how you sleep, as well as what you do when you wake up, can have a direct effect on your income. For years, I was a person who believed I had the power to control my body and was not going to be bullied by sleep. I didn't need eight hours of sleep, and nobody -- pardon the pun -- was going to tell me that I needed to go to bed at a regularly time, or at all. I never grew out of being eight years old. Then something wonderful happened. I discovered the miracle of eight hours of sleep and a sleep routine and saw every aspect of my life improve. And I am not alone, as business leaders to celebrities now advocate for everything from eating healthy to sleeping naked to maximize the value of your sleep. Related slideshow: 15 Signs You Need a New Mattress ASAP (Provided by Best Life) There is also mounting evidence that shows how you wake up can have benefits to your body and mind as well as your pocket book. TheSleepJudge.com conducted a survey of 1,063 Americans (573 female and 486 male, average age of 37) and compared "those with established morning habits to those who approached mornings more casually" to determine if there was a correlation between morning routines and increased earnings. Overall, the survey found that individuals who stuck with a consistent morning routine earned roughly $12,500 more per year than those without them. Here are some of the morning routines and how they seemed to correlate to higher incomes. What time you wake up also might make a difference. Business Insider reported that professionals earning six figures are more likely to wake up before 6 a.m. In his book, Rich Habits -- The Daily Success Habits of Rich Individuals , author Thomas C. Corely studied 177 self-made millionaires for five years and found that nearly 50 percent woke up at least three hours earlier than the start of their workday. For certain, getting up early is not for everyone. Fellow columnist, Minda Zetlin, writes about why getting up super-early can actually do you more harm than good . As I sit here at 4 a.m. by accident, unable to to sleep, I can see her point. This is not for everyone. Whether you wake up in the middle of the night, or the fact that the sun comes up before noon is news to you, the important takeaway is that you should find a consistent rhythm and routine for your sleep and your morning rituals, so that for the remainder of the day you can stay healthy, maintain energy, and make progress toward your goals . Related video: Daily hacks to help you stay positive (provided by Buzz60)


DAVIE, Fla.   Keith Byrne was trying to do the right thing. After the Marine Corps veteran accidentally cut off another car, he was ready to apologize at the next light. Before he could, a passenger got out of the cut-off car and shot him square in the chest. The mortally wounded Byrne, 41, was also prepared to fight back. With his own gun, he fired two shots at 22-year-old Andre Sinclair, and Sinclair died of his injuries at the hospital two days later. Byrne died on scene. Sinclair had been a passenger in the car his girlfriend was driving. Their toddler was in the backseat. The whole incident was something that Davie Police Sgt. Mark Leone called ultimately "pointless and silly." In a news conference Wednesday, the sergeant went through what had happened Friday at the corner of Flamingo Road and Southwest Eighth Street just south of Interstate 595. Byrne had been on the phone with a friend at the time. The friend "heard his friend Keith say, 'My bad,' in making an attempt to apologize," Leone said. "At that time over the phone he heard the gunshots and Mr. Byrne said, 'I think I've been shot,' started slurring his speech, and then the phone call was disconnected." According to police, Sinclair got out of his girlfriend's blue BMW displaying his gun and was heading for Byrne, who was still inside his air-conditioning work truck. Sinclair shot Byrne once in the chest. Byrne shot Sinclair several times, police said. Both Byrne and Sinclair held concealed carry permits. "Mr. Byrne was acting in self-defense when he ultimately fired back at Mr. Sinclair," Leone said. He added that if Sinclair had survived, "we would have identified him as the primary aggressor, and he would have ultimately been charged with murder." Police say that Sinclair's girlfriend had been pleading with her boyfriend to stay in the car when they stopped at the light. Neither she nor their daughter were harmed in the shooting. After news broke, Byrne's family and friends shared their favorite memories of him across social media. In an interview, Peter Franzese described Byrne as a "person that made everyone feel good when he was around them." Franzese added, "When he loved you as a friend, he always had your back, and it was for life."     ©2019 Sun Sentinel (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.) Visit the Sun Sentinel (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.) at www.sun-sentinel.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


Phil Dawson is set to sign a contract with the Cleveland Browns on Friday. No, the longtime kicker is not making a return to Cleveland to solve the team's long-running kicking woes. Dawson is signing with the Browns to retire as a member of the team with which he spent the bulk of his 20-year NFL career. Dawson announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday. He will sign with the Browns so his career ends where it began 20 years ago. Dawson spent the first 14 years of his career in Cleveland after joining the team for its reincarnation in 1999. He will retire 11th in NFL history in scoring and seventh in games played. Dawson's only Pro Bowl season was his final one in Cleveland in 2012. He then spent four years in San Francisco and the last two seasons in Arizona. Congrats to Dawson on a wonderful career and for returning to his roots to honor the Browns! MORE: Carmelo Anthony Wants to Play Again, Believes Rockets Dumped Him for Non-Basketball Reasons Five potential Jeremy Lin landing spots in free agency Jordan Crawford says Nike still owes him $500 for his legendary dunk on LeBron Biggest winners from the first week of Packers training camp Sean McVay, Rams are flipping the script on practice and the preseason


Cincinnati Bengals offensive guard Alex Redmond has been suspended for four games by the NFL for violating its performance-enhancing drug policy, according to reports. The 24-year-old Redmond started in 15 games last season. He played last season with a torn labrum and a hamstring injury. ESPN insider Adam Schefter first reported Redmond's suspension. Redmond was a third-year player in 2019, starting for the majority of the season at right guard. WLWT will update this story as details develop. READ MORE: Bengals' guard Alex Redmond reportedly suspended by NFL for PED violation CHECK OUT WLWT: Stay in the know. Get the latest Cincinnati news, weather and sports from the team at Ohio's own WLWT.


The January night was dark and dull. Sitting on a charpoy bed, 21-year-old Harjinder Singh Rana was playing his one-string tumbi, a traditional instrument, and singing, "Nanak dukhiya sab sansar." Lord, the whole world is ridden with sorrow . At about 1 am, his music was interrupted when two police officials came knocking at the door. Rana, who worked as a special police officer, went with the men, thinking he was headed off on a mission. Eight days later, he was dead: His colleagues had killed him, saying he'd been a "militant." That was 1994, and Rana's octogenarian father, Sohan Singh, is still awaiting justice. "I want to see the guilty punished," says Singh, a resident of Kahnuwan at Gurdaspur in India's northern state of Punjab , bordering Pakistan. "I want the court to tell the world that my son was not a militant," he says. Rana was not alone. Three other men, ages 17 to 35, were killed alongside him. In the '80s and the '90s, state-sponsored violence was routine in Punjab: Tens of thousands of Sikh men, according to estimates, were detained, tortured, killed and unlawfully cremated. Originally, the police crackdown was a response to the Khalistan movement , a radical Sikh cause that advocated for a separate Sikh homeland through a violent campaign that included hundreds of murders in the early 1980s and the hijacking of an Indian jetliner. In an attempt to weed out potential militants, police targeted young Sikh men. Some young Sikhs were privately commissioned as special police officers   but as Rana's case made clear, that didn't necessarily protect them. Human rights activist Jaswant Kaur recently released a 70-minute documentary entitled Punjab Disappeared about the region's legacy of violence. Kaur recalls the case of 18-year-old Balwinder Singh, who was dragged off a bus by the police while traveling with his mother and was later killed. The next day, Kaur says, the police officials apologized to the mother saying her son wasn't the Balwinder they were looking for. "Ironically, the officers were promoted," Kaur says. The trial is still pending. A 2003 report described many cases where men were thrown into irrigation canals with their hands and feet tied. Torture was also routine. In a series of cases, police carried out cremations and unlawfully kept it a secret from the family members. In 1995, Punjab-based human rights defender Jaswant Singh Khalra   who was abducted and killed by the police the same year   filed a petition with the Supreme Court stating police had cremated 25,000 bodies, which they labeled "unidentified" and "unclaimed." The police didn't hand over Rana's body to his family members either. "The cops showed us the bullet marks on his neck and leg. But we were not allowed to perform the last rites," recalls Singh. Two months after his son's death, Singh petitioned the Supreme Court to charge 27 police officials in the case. The court asked the Central Bureau of Investigation to look into it, but there has been no breakthrough, and Singh's case is still pending. Still, Khalra's investigation and death sparked international interest in the killings, which may be why after the mid-90s such disappearances became far less common. Over the last 25 years, lawmakers and political parties have shied away from the issue of these extrajudicial killings. In 1997, Shiromani Akali Dal, the regional ally of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, promised to set up a truth commission investigating the crimes … but nothing ever happened. "A generation was lost but nobody wants to talk about it," laments Singh. But there is a renewed hope now. Kaur's documentary, released this spring, has renewed calls for an inquiry into 8,257 disappearances, extra-judicial killings and secret cremations across 14 Punjab districts from 1984 to 1995. Kaur, who is British, came to India in 2008 to investigate these cases and started an initiative called the Punjab Documentation and Advocacy Project (PDAP). The documentary is the result of 10 years of research. "It stresses the need of the families for answers to questions that have eluded them for over two decades," Kaur says. "Many don't know if these men who went missing are alive. They never received their bodies." This month, Kaur's PDAP is expected to present its findings in a petition to the Indian Supreme Court, seeking justice for people like Rana. That could reverse decades of secrecy, but it can't undo the toll taken on families whose children never came home. Singh says that since Rana's disappearance, police have harassed his family and offered him money to withdraw the case. But, he says, " I won't shut up unless I get justice."