Zion Williamson famously blew out his Paul George signature shoes at Duke last year. The New Orleans Pelicans rookie and No. 1 overall pick blasted through a pair of shoes in a game against UNC back in February, injuring his knee. This caused a panic throughout the basketball world, both collegiate and in the NBA. Folks at Nike were also no doubt called into action, scrambling to find a reason why the shoe didn't support Williamson. Naturally, rumors swirled. Was it because the shoes were old? Had Williamson worn through them? Did this specific pair have a manufacturing defect? Many also wondered whether this would hurt Nike's chance to sign Williamson to a shoe deal once he left Duke. Of course, we now know that Williamson is a part of Nike and a Jordan Brand athlete, apparently turning down larger offers from Puma and Li-Ning. According to ESPN, the blowout may have played a part in the Oregon-based company signing the youngster. The 'shoexplosion' allowed Nike to show off the resources it has at its disposal to Williamson. Via ESPN : Ironically, Williamson's worst moment in a Nike sneaker turned out to be one of the best moments for the company. When his PG 2.5 fell apart 33 seconds into the nationally televised showdown with North Carolina, Nike was able to give Williamson an early firsthand look at those vast company-wide resources. They sprung into action to design a custom sneaker for the rest of his college career that would support the needs of Williamson's unique blend of speed and power. The personal attention they were able to give him gave Williamson and his family a comfort level with Nike they might not have had otherwise. That's a pretty weird, backdoor way into getting a shot at convincing Williamson to sign with Nike. Still, it's true that there's an unlimited amount of possibilities open to Nike athletes, and that's impressive to anyone.


Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in Charlotte. UNC Charlotte shooting victim back in hospital "His body is working hard to combat infection related to his injuries," Drew Pescaro's girlfriend tweeted from his account. Read the full story on WCNC . Charlotte-based company accused of wrongly diagnosing plasma donors with HIV An attorney who has filed suit against Octapharma Plasma Incorporated said he's heard from 10 people with similar stories and believes false-positive testing is happening in North Carolina. Read the full story on WCNC . VP Pence attends private RNC kickoff in Charlotte The vice president's motorcade arrived at Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company at 12:45 pm and left just before 2:00 pm. Several other high profile republicans attended the event. Read the full story on WCNC . This story was created automatically using data about news stories on social media from CrowdTangle , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Liverpool cruised past Tranmere Rovers 6-0 on Thursday, with "new signing" Rhian Brewster in on the scoring. Of course the 19-year-old isn't new, but Jurgen Klopp mentioned both the brace-bagging Brewster and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain as playing the role of new additions to the team. [ MORE: SMS to Man Utd? ] Oxlade-Chamberlain missed most of last season, while Brewster is just breaking into the first team. And Klopp says they could well be a sign that Liverpool isn't going to be wildly active in the summer transfer window. From Sky Sports : "We brought them already. Oxlade-Chamberlain, Rhian Brewster, they didn't play last year. All the young boys today, they're all new players for us," Klopp said. "We will see what we do, but I don't think it will be the biggest transfer window of all time." There's gamesmanship here, of course; Don't forget that Klopp has been amending his stance on big spending , though there's no guarantee that spending big will happen in every window. As for Brewster specifically, Klopp thinks he'll get some playing time. The teen is behind Roberto Firmino and re-signed Divock Origi . "We will see. He has to play different positions as well   the centre, wing is possible I think, we will see how we line up, but there will be opportunities for him. I am sure." Good feeling to be back on the pitch tonight, thanks to all who came down and supported! Great to get 2 goals as well🙏🏾🙌🏾 pic.twitter.com/75EuNqiuU8   Rhian Brewster (@RhianBrewster9) July 11, 2019 Follow @NicholasMendola


Following hours of public comment, Denver City Council on Monday night approved a zoning change in a 10-1 vote for a development near Sloan's Lake. More than 40 people had signed up to speak about the proposal by Zocalo Community Development to build a 16-story residential building not far from West 7th Avenue and Lowell Boulevard. It would include half market-rate apartment and half affordable rental housing units. "The thing that's been consistent from the start has been our commitment to affordable housing," David Zucker, CEO, Zocalo Community Development said earlier this month. There are four registered neighborhood organizations in Sloan's Lake. Not all of them oppose the project. "There's a lot of residents and homeowners like myself who actually support the project," said Daniel Gonzales, a Sloan's Lake Neighborhood Resident. Residents who are against it say they're worried about the impact on the community. "We feel like there's not the infrastructure in place to justify this density. It will dramatically change the character," said Schuyler Clayton, Sloan's Lake Neighborhood Association member. Councilman Paul López sponsored the rezoning and abstained from voting Monday night. "In our opinion, the neighborhoods should have a seat at the table that's not directly behind their elected official who's standing next to the developer," Clayton said. SUGGESTED VIDEOS | Local stories from 9NEWS


NEW YORK  A federal judge on Wednesday rejected a request by President Trump to block congressional subpoenas for his banking records, dealing another blow to the president in his bid to block Democratic investigations into his personal finances. The decision by District Court Judge Edgardo Ramos could clear the way for Deutsche Bank, the president's biggest creditor, and Capital One to hand over years of financial records from Trump, his three eldest children and the president's company to two House committees. Trump's attorney told Ramos they were likely to appeal the decision. This is the second court defeat for Trump this week in his fight to keep his finances secret. On Monday, a federal judge in Washington rejected Trump's effort to block the House Oversight Committee's demands for records from Trump's accounting firm, Mazars USA. Trump's attorneys notified the judge on Tuesday that they have appealed "all aspects" of that ruling. "Two in one week: Mazars Monday, Deutsche Bank today," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said. "Another day, another very important ruling," Rep. Adam B. Schiff (D-Calif.) said. Schiff is chair of the House Intelligence Committee, which issued a subpoena to Deutsche Bank. In a related development, the House Committee on Oversight and Reform said late Wednesday it had reached an agreement with Trump's attorneys to seek an expedited appeal in the case involving his accounting firm. The request would be subject to approval from the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals. If the court approves an accelerated schedule in the case, the committee agreed to suspend enforcement of its subpoena to Mazars during the appeal. Chairman Elijah E. Cummings said he was encouraged the two sides had reached an agreement. "I hope the court approves our request so we can move forward and effectively discharge our responsibilities under the Constitution." Trump and congressional Democrats are locked in an escalating fight over the president's financial records. The Treasury Department has also declined to turn over the president's tax returns to a congressional committee despite a confidential Internal Revenue Service legal memo that found it should. Trump and his attorneys have called the subpoenas from the various House committees politically motivated attacks and presidential harassment. All Democrats "are geared up to do, six committees, is squander time, day after day, trying to find anything which will be bad for me," Trump said in a Twitter post Thursday morning . "A pure fishing expedition like this never happened before, & it should never happen again!" Trump's attorneys argued in federal court Wednesday the House Intelligence and Financial Services committees are asking for a broad set of financial information that would violate the president's privacy. "They are looking for [bank] records about minors, about in-laws," said Trump attorney Patrick Strawbridge, claiming that even information about Trump's grandchildren could be swept up in the subpoenas of Deutsche Bank and Capital One. An attorney representing the House committees said that the subpoenas were part of a larger investigation and that lawmakers were well within their rights to request the information. "This is not an investigation just about Trump and his family," said attorney Douglas Neal Letter. After hearing more than hour and a half of arguments, Ramos rejected Trump's motion for a preliminary injunction that would have prevented the banks from turning over any financial records. Trump and his family "are unlikely to succeed on merits of their claims," Ramos said, reading from a lengthy decision from the bench. "I will not enjoin enforcement of the subpoenas." This brings House Democrats one step closer to getting access to a trove of financial information about Trump and his business. Deutsche Bank has been a major lender to both the Trump Organization and Kushner Companies, which previously was run by Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, who now is a presidential adviser. Trump's relationship with the bank goes back years, including a period when Trump had trouble paying back a loan for a Chicago tower. Trump sued the bank, saying it had played a role in a broader financial crisis that hurt the project. Trump and Deutsche Bank eventually settled the case and the bank continued to lend to him. Kushner also has an extensive relationship with the German bank. Shortly before Election Day in 2016, Deutsche Bank finalized a $285 million loan to Kushner's real estate company, The Washington Post has previously reported. At the time, the bank was negotiating settlements with federal and New York regulators. Congressional Democrats have long said they want to examine the bank's loans to the Trump and Kushner businesses, particularly to see if there is any connection to money-laundering in Russia. In a statement, Deutsche Bank said: "We remain committed to providing appropriate information to all authorized investigations and will abide by a court order regarding such investigations." Capital One did not return an email seeking comment. renae.merle@washpost.com michael.kranish@washpost.com felicia.sonmez@washpost.com Kranish and Sonmez reported from Washington. Reis Thebault and Karoun Demirjian contributed to this report.


Visiting Prospect Hill, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this San Antonio neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an authentic empanada spot to an international bakery. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Prospect Hill, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results. 1. Fat Tummy Empanadas Topping the list is Argentine spot Fat Tummy Empanadas , which offers empanadas and more. Located at 2922 W. Commerce St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 113 reviews on Yelp. The eatery specializes in savory Argentinian-style empanadas, with dough and fillings made from scratch using fresh ingredients. Also on the menu are classic desserts, sandwiches and plated meals from Argentina. 2. The Jerk Shack Next up is Caribbean spot The Jerk Shack , situated at 117 Matyear Road. With 4.5 stars out of 165 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. The restaurant serves authentic Caribbean fare like coconut curry shrimp, jerk wings, braised ox tails and Jamaican patties. 3. Panifico Bake Shop Bakery Panifico Bake Shop is another top choice.Yelpers give the business, located at 602 N.W. 24th Street, 4.5 stars out of 75 reviews. The shop serves a wide selection of baked goods, including cookies, macaroons, doughnuts, empanadas, pies, puffed pastries and Danish treats, as well as Mexican breakfast breads, pan dulce and sweets. 4. El Siete Mares El Siete Mares , a Mexican and seafood spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 138 Yelp reviews.Head over to 3831 W. Commerce St. to see for yourself. The menu features fresh seafood dishes from south of the border, such as ceviche, shrimp enchiladas, fish tacos and more. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Executives around the NBA expect the Sixers to make a max offer to Jimmy Butler , ESPN's Brian Windhorst said on his latest podcast (hat tip to SixersWire ). "I've been talking to some executives this week," Windhorst said, "and the executives, I think, now believe that the Sixers will. I don't know about the fifth year, like, full guaranteed, but yeah." Under the latest cap projections, Philadelphia could offer Butler a five-year deal worth $189.7M, while the rest of the league is limited to four years at $140.6M. Butler will be one of the hottest names on the free agent market once he officially opts out of his $19.84M salary for next season. Complicating matters for the Sixers is the upcoming free agency for fellow starters Tobias Harris and J.J. Redick , along with a potential rookie scale extension for Ben Simmons . With a large deal already in place for Joel Embiid , the Sixers will have to go well into luxury tax territory to keep the current team together. Butler was outstanding for Philadelphia after being acquired in a November trade with Minnesota, posting an 18.2/5.3/4.0 line in 55 games. He emerged as a leader in the playoffs, raising his numbers to 19.4/6.1/5.2 and hitting several clutch shots.


WTCR race winner Jean-Karl Vernay will join the TCR Australia field for this weekend's Queensland Raceway round. The Frenchman will race a Melbourne Performance Centre-run Audi, replacing in a line-up that includes RS 3s for Russell Ingall and Leanne Tander , and a VW Golf for Aaron Cameron. Vernay has formidable experience in Audi TCR hardware, having bagged a TCR International title in 2017 and a TCR Benelux crown in 2018. He also won four WTCR races last season, and is currently sitting ninth in the 2019 WTCR standings for Leopard Racing Team Audi Sport. "I'm really looking forward to coming to Australia and racing in the new TCR Series down under," said Vernay. Read Also: Heimgartner makes Holden TCR switch Young Kiwi joins TCR Australia field for Ipswich "I've seen some of the racing and the amount of cars that they have and it looks very competitive. For a TCR series that has only just started, it is a very good series so far. "I have raced lots of Audi TCR cars around the world, so it should be no problem for me to get accustomed to the car. "The circuit looks interesting   only six corners, but the guys at MPC have said that it is quite technical too, so I'm really excited to get to Australia and experience the racing." Qualifying and all three races from Queensland Raceway can be streamed live and free from anywhere in the world via Motorsport.TV.


Juliana Poloczanska was at home in London, England, when she witnessed a bizarre scene. A fox was attacked numerous times by two crows. The birds dive-bombed on the fox multiple times and ended up hitting it.


U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr declared an emergency for public safety in rural Alaska on Friday and announced more than $10 million in funds as part of a sweeping plan to support law enforcement in Alaska Native villages. The U.S. Department of Justice will immediately provide $6 million to the state to hire, equip and train rural police, and for mobile holding cells. An additional $4.5 million will support 20 officer positions and be provided to Alaska Native organizations by the end of July. The announcement follows an investigation by the Anchorage Daily News and ProPublica, which found that one in three communities in Alaska , about 70 altogether and nearly all of them Alaska Native, had no local law enforcement at some point this year. Many are in regions with the highest rates of poverty , sexual assault and suicide in the United States. ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom based in New York. Sign up for ProPublica's Big Story newsletter to receive articles and investigations like this one as soon as they're published. In some hub communities that do have police, survivors of sexual assault say rapists go unpunished . Mothers of Alaska Native women who were found dead under suspicious circumstances say cases go unsolved. Barr visited Alaska in May to hear concerns from Alaska Natives and rural residents about a lack of police in rural communities and high rates of sexual assault and family violence. During a trip to a Western Alaska village , Barr called the situation an "emergency" and vowed to do everything he could to help. "In May, when I visited Alaska, I witnessed firsthand the complex, unique, and dire law enforcement challenges the State of Alaska and its remote Alaska Native communities are facing," Barr said in a statement Friday. "With this emergency declaration, I am directing resources where they are needed most and needed immediately, to support the local law enforcement response in Alaska Native communities, whose people are dealing with extremely high rates of violence." The state's largest Native organization praised the decision. "We appreciate that U.S. Attorney General William Barr clearly understands the urgency of the public safety situation in rural Alaska," said Julie Kitka, longtime president of the Alaska Federation of Natives. Kitka views Barr's declaration and the scope of his plans as unprecedented, according to AFN spokesman Jeffry Silverman. Alaska's hard-to-reach villages   some accessible to investigators only by boat or plane, contributing at times to lengthy delays into criminal investigations   factored into Barr's decision. The Department of Justice statement said the law enforcement problems were "not seen anywhere else in our nation." Barr said he was directing agencies within the Department of Justice to submit plans within 30 days on how they will provide more support for public safety efforts in rural Alaska. The goals must include providing better services to crime victims, stamping out illegal drugs, improving detention facilities and getting more police and legal resources to rural Alaska. On top of the funds promised on Friday, two other agencies within the Department of Justice have identified $14 million that is available for child advocacy centers in Alaska and in the Lower 48. "Lives depend on it, and we are committed to seeing a change in this unacceptable, daily reality for Alaska Native people," Barr said. Barr said he would work closely with Native leaders and congressional and state representatives to ensure the programs are delivered effectively. "I want to be sure that the support this department offers to Alaska Native communities will support solutions identified by the communities themselves," he said. "The only way for us to provide effective support is to work in partnership with others. This is true in Alaska and throughout Indian country." Alaska's congressional delegation applauded Barr's quick response. "I appreciate the urgency that the Attorney General is placing on Alaska and our public safety situation," said U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a Republican . "I look forward to working with him to further identify and implement lasting, systemic solutions to rural public safety and wellness in coordination with the Department of Justice." The declaration and funding is "welcome news not only for the families that have been victims of crime, but also for the children of Alaska who deserve to grow up in neighborhoods that are safe and secure," said U.S. Rep. Don Young, a Republican .


A new Cajun/Creole and Southern spot has opened for business in the neighborhood. The newcomer to M Streets, called Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory , is located at 3113 Ross Ave. The chain restaurant offers Cajun fare and frozen drinks. The food menu features catfish atchafalaya (fried catfish topped with crawfish etouffee), Bourbon Street Pasta (shrimp, chicken and sausage in penne pasta in an alfredo sauce) and soups such as a seafood gumbo (onions, bell peppers, chicken, sausage and shrimp over white rice). From the bar, look for a bevy of signature cocktails and frozen offerings. (Click here to view the menu.) With a 3.5-star rating out of nine reviews on Yelp so far, Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory has made a promising start. Tammy M., who was among the first Yelpers to review the new spot on April 26, wrote, "This place is the bomb. Gumbo is delicious and the daiquiris are the bomb.com   try the purple rain & blue lemonade mixed. Customer service is on point." And Elizabeth L. wrote , "First time here. Staff was really nice. Lots of choices on daiquiris, food is good." Interested? Stop by to welcome the new business to the neighborhood. The Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory is open from noon 10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday and Sunday and noon 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


When healthy and playing together, few interior defensive line tandems are better than Kenny Clark and Mike Daniels of the Green Bay Packers. Pro Football Focus ranked Clark and Daniels as the NFL's fourth-best interior defender tandem , trailing only Cameron Hayward and Stephon Tuitt of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Fletcher Cox and Malik Jackson of the Philadelphia Eagles and Aaron Donald and Michael Brockers of the Los Angeles Rams. The Packers are hoping to get at least one more standout season from the pair. While Clark has emerged as one of the NFL's best young interior defenders, Daniels - a long-time bulldog in the middle of the Packers defense - is entering the final year of his contract and may face an uncertain future in Green Bay past 2019. Having them both on the field in a full-time capacity could really juice up the Packers defense. Dec 3, 2017; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark (97) and defensive end Mike Daniels (76) tackle Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin via USA TODAY Sports Green Bay Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark (97) and defensive tackle Mike Daniels (76) try to rush quarterback Alex Smith (11) against Washington Sunday, September 23, 2018 at FedEx Field in Landover, MD. 51 092318 Pack Wash 45936 Clark is a dominant run defender and a rapidly improving pass-rusher, finishing last season as the NFL's highest-graded pass-rusher from the nose tackle position, per PFF . He's powerful but also quick, making him a problem for guards and centers alike. Another step forward in 2019 could put him in position to tally 8-10 sacks and make a Pro Bowl. Daniels enjoyed an impressive five-year stretch between 2013-17 with 25 total sacks and at least four sacks each season. His pass-rushing grade against guards ranks eighth in the NFL over the last four seasons, and few interior defenders are better than Daniels at shedding blocks, finding the ball carrier and disrupting run gaps. The Packers just need both on the field. Last season, Daniels played in only 10 games before landing on injured reserve. Clark played in the first 13 games but missed the final three with an elbow injury. Daniels is a little bit of a forgotten man after last season. He's still plenty capable of creating disruption up front, especially given what the Packers added on the edge this offseason. Mike Pettine will have opportunities to keep him fresh and unleash him and Clark in the right pass-rushing situations. More improvement from Clark, a bounceback season for Daniels and the likely contributions from newcomer Za'Darius Smith and rookie Rashan Gary could give Pettine and the Packers a dominant, game-changing interior presence in 2019. MORE: NBA free agency roundup: The latest updates around the league NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Report: Celtics will renounce rights to Terry Rozier, Suns interested Aaron Rodgers, Brett Favre golf together at Baha Mar Showdown Giants' Darius Slayton already considered a Draft-day steal?


INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.   Teen Mom star Amber Portwood was arrested on a domestic battery charge in Indianapolis Friday morning. According to the incident report from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded to her residence around 3:15 a.m. in response to a domestic disturbance. Portwood is charged with domestic battery in the presence of a child under 16, according to the incident report. The 29-year-old and her boyfriend, Andrew Glennon, appear on the show Teen Mom OG. Portwood has two children, ages 1 and 10. The Anderson native rose to fame after appearing on the reality show 16 and Pregnant and its spinoff series, Teen Mom. IMPD said officers talked to a man who said his live-in girlfriend, Portwood, assaulted him while they were having a disagreement. He was holding a 1-year-old child at the time, police said. The Marion County Prosecutor's Office will make the final charging decision. The Department of Child Services is also involved in the case, IMPD said. Portwood has had previous brushes with the law. She was charged with domestic violence in 2010 after footage from the show prompted an investigation into abuse against her boyfriend. In December 2011, she faced drug charges and was accused of violating her probation. She was given a five-year suspended sentence but failed to take a required blood test and eventually went to prison. According to TMZ , she served 17 months in prison before being released for good behavior.     ©2019 WXIN-TV, Indianapolis Visit WXIN-TV, Indianapolis at www.fox59.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


The Kentucky High School Athletic Association listened, but unfortunately, high-school golfers in the Bluegrass State will likely still be left disappointed. In February, the KHSAA announced several proposed changes for boys and girls golf, including a controversial proposal that would eliminate the fifth player for teams that qualify for the state tournament and introduce a four-count-four format. The announcement was unsurprisingly met with widespread backlash, including from pro golfers and Kentucky natives Justin Thomas, Josh Teater and Steve Flesch. On Wednesday, the proposal went before the Kentucky General Assembly's Interim Joint Committee on Education , which sided against the KHSAA and its commissioner, Julian Tackett. "If it's not broke … then why are we fixing it?" said the committee's chair, Max Wise. A day later, after the KHSAA's July meeting on Thursday, the association decided against moving forward with the controversial change. However, in order to achieve its new goal of reducing the state-championship fields for boys and girls to 144 players each, the KHSAA settled on an alternative format change. While the new decision will keep the previous five-count-four format, it will eliminate region runner-up teams from competing. This move, which will see just 12 region champs advance to the state tournament (the rest of the field will be filled with individuals, the top seven not on the winning team from each region), will likely be as unpopular as the initial option. Unlike many states, Kentucky does not have district competitions for golf, and several of its regions for next season are more competitive than others. For example, Region 6 on the boys side features St. Xavier, Male and Trinity, which have combined to win 34 of 85 state championships. On the girls side, Region 6 features Sacred Heart and Ballard, which have combined for 14 state titles. The Kentucky high-school golf season starts Aug. 2. The state championships are scheduled for Oct. 7-9 (girls) and Oct. 10-12 (boys).


According to rental site Zumper , median rents for a one bedroom in Mount Vernon are hovering around $1,000, which is on par with the one-bedroom median for Baltimore as a whole. So how does the low-end pricing on a Mount Vernon rental look these days   and what might you get for the price? We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings , is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and has excellent transit. Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (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. 811 Park Ave. This studio apartment, situated at 811 Park Ave., is listed for $775/month. The unit includes hardwood flooring and air conditioning. On-site laundry is listed as a building amenity. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are permitted here. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. (See the complete listing here .) 937 N. Calvert St. Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 937 N. Calvert St., which is going for $800/month. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. The unit also has hardwood flooring. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (See the full listing here .) 103 W. Monument St. Then there's this 400-square-foot studio at 103 W. Monument St., which is also listed at $800/month. In the unit, you can expect high ceilings. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are welcome. The building offers secured entry and on-site maintenance. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee. (See the listing here .) 817 St. Paul St. And here's a studio apartment at 817 St. Paul St., which, with 350 square feet, is going for $849/month. The building features assigned parking, on-site laundry, a fitness center and secured entry. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee. (Check out the listing here .) 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.


Visiting Greater Eastside, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Saint Paul neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an Italian restaurant to a steakhouse. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Greater Eastside, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results. 1. The Little Oven Topping the list is breakfast and brunch spot The Little Oven , which offers pizza and more. Located at 1786 Minnehaha Ave. East, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 161 reviews on Yelp. Stop by for breakfast and score The Big Ten with three eggs, two pancakes, hash browns and choice of sausage or bacon. Soups, salads and sandwiches are popular for lunch and dinner menu options include steak and assorted entrees, pasta plates, signature pizzas and other Italian favorites. Check out the full menu here . 2. Ari's Best Steak House Ari's Best Steak House , a steakhouse, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 68 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1676 White Bear Ave. North to see for yourself. This steakhouse offers a variety of beef-centric plates including the 20-ounce Porterhouse, the 16-ounce T-bone, the 14-ounce sirloin and the 12-ounce New York strip. All entrees include your choice of potato along with Texas toast and unlimited trips to the salad bar. Other entrees include barbecue ribs, pork chops, chicken breast, shrimp dinners and more. Check out the website here for a full line of offerings and for more information. 3. Pappy's Check out Pappy's , which has earned four stars out of 55 reviews on Yelp. You can find the traditional American spot at 1783 Maryland Ave. East. This economically-pleasing joint serves gyros, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and fish dinners. Hone in on popular menu options like the footlong Philly with your choice of steak or chicken, the catfish filet dinner served with fries and bread, or a Pappy's Combo with wings and gizzards. Here's the menu . This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Overtourism has overtaken the grand avenues of Barcelona and the ancient alleys of Madrid. For a charming alternative to these popular destinations, head to Málaga, Spain 's sixth largest city, which offers a taste of Andalusia and its unique landscapes, gastronomy, and architecture. Thanks to its busy international airport, which handles traffic for the entire Costa del Sol, Málaga is easily accessible and an ideal stop for a long weekends. Admire the works of Pablo Picasso , wander the awe-inspiring Alcazaba, and savor fresh seafood on sun-drenched beaches. Here's how to explore this jewel on the Mediterranean. Saturday: Picasso and paella Down at the Plaza de la Merced , early-rising Malagueños enjoy breakfast surrounded by piles of Spanish novels in the buzzing Café con Libros  a themed café located in the shadow of Pablo Picasso's childhood home. Start your day with an order of pitufos (miniature loaves of fresh, warm bread stuffed with tomatoes), cheese, or jamón serrano (cured ham). The nearby Palacio de Buenavista , the 16th-century building where Picasso was born, is now home to the Museo Picasso , which hosts 285 works by Spain's most iconic artist. There's plenty of history underfoot, too. Beneath the Andalusian tiles are the ruins of the Phoenician culture that established the city of Malaka in the eighth century B.C., making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. A visit to the archaeological exhibit in the basement gives visitors a fascinating view of the city's origins. Málaga's Phoenician, Roman, and Moorish history is also on display throughout the city. Take a five-minute walk from the Museo Picasso, through the ancient 220-seat Teatro Romano amphitheater, and then up to the immaculately well-preserved Alcazaba , a sprawling Moorish military fortress. This legacy of cultural exchange is also captured in Málaga's unique food culture, which combines the land and sea in a burst of flavors. For the best local produce and recipes, head to the monumental Mercado de Atarazanas , a 19th-century hall filled with bustling crowds who stand shoulder to shoulder while ordering plates of Malagueño specialties. Order the vibrant seafood paella, thick with loose-skinned tomatoes and musky Arabian saffron. And don't miss the conchas finas : fresh clams soused in a Spanish-style garlic butter, which is flavored with parsley and local sherry. Sunday: Cathedrals and coastline For the residents of Málaga, Sundays are days for strolling through the city, sitting on the beach, and dining on fresh seafood. Start your day with a visit to the Cathedral of Málaga , which locals affectionately call La Manquita (the one-armed woman). It's a mixture of classical fluted columns, Gothic towers, and lavish interiors. Tours of the building, including a rooftop walk, can be arranged directly through the cathedral. Outside, the bell tower rings out over the neighborhood, and you can purchase gastronomic souvenirs like the Tarta Malagueña , a famous Andalusian spice cake made from almonds, fruit, and wine. Next, head to the port to soak in the city's impressive coastal landscape, dominated to the north by the Montes de Málaga , a green-and-dun massif that twinkles with white haciendas and flashes of purple bougainvillea. The brightly colored Centre Pompidou , a giant plexiglass outpost of Paris 's famous art gallery, complements the harbor's natural hues. On Sundays, the port is packed with market stalls filled with handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, and regional produce, including lightbulb-shaped jars of golden honey, which is locally harvested and studded with Andalusian almonds. The port is also the beginning of Playa de la Malagueta , the gray-brown beach that runs east for four miles towards the beach area of El Chanquete. On Sundays, all of Málaga comes out to walk, jog, scoot, and cycle this dazzling section of the Costa del Sol. Look out for the small, refurbished boats lining the shore that have been converted into barbecues for grilling fresh catch. Stop at the beachfront Andres Maricuchi , where you can savor the traditional espeto , grilled sardines with sea salt. If there's one food experience in the city that's worth traveling the five miles to El Chanquete , it's El Tintero . While the long walk up the quiet beach is like drawing in breath, this hectic, supermarket-sized seafood restaurant is a bellow of release. Don't expect anything as conventional as a menu; the waiters simply stroll around carrying platters of whatever is freshest from the kitchen. It's up to the bravest diners to decide what they like before another hungry soul waylays the parading server first. El Tintero is a fundamentally Spanish way of enjoying food when surrounded by friends and family. Related video: Luxury Resort is Looking for a "Barefoot Bookseller" to Run Its Pop-Up Bookshop in the Maldives (Provided by Buzz60)


PHOENIX (AP)   Police Chief Jeri Williams promised change in her department after being booed by some of hundreds of people gathered to discuss a videotaped police encounter that has caused a national outcry. The meeting at a downtown church Tuesday night was called by the city after the release of a bystander's video of officers who pointed their guns and shouted obscenities last month at a black family. Dravon Ames and his pregnant fiancee Iesha Harper, who was holding their 1-year-old daughter, say their 4-year-old daughter took a doll from a store without their knowledge. "Real change starts with the community," Williams said to a sometimes hostile crowd comprised mainly of blacks and Hispanics. "Real change starts with the firing of the officers! Fire them!" one woman shouted toward the stage, where Williams, who is herself black, was seated next to Mayor Kate Gallego and other Phoenix city leaders. Williams assured those gathered that the meeting would not be the last. "We are here to listen, we are here to make change," she said. The couple wants the officers to be fired. Local advocacy groups have called a rally outside City Hall on Wednesday afternoon, following by a march to a regular City Council meeting to call for police department reforms. Ames addressed the crowd briefly, drawing applause when he said he and his family were lucky to be alive after the incident. "No one should ever try to justify what happened that day," he said. "We matter," said Harper. Others who spoke included the father of Jacob Harris, a black 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by a Phoenix officer in January following an armed robbery. Earlier Tuesday, Phoenix police released surveillance video aimed at backing up their assertion that adults and not just a child were shoplifting before the incident. The heavily edited store video shows a man taking something from a display rack and examining it, but it's unclear what happened to the package when he walked off camera. Another snippet of video shows a little girl with a doll in a box walking out of the store accompanied by adults. A police statement last week about the incident in late May states Ames told police he threw a pair of stolen underwear out of his car. Police also say a woman traveling in a different vehicle was arrested separately for stealing aluminum foil. The store decided not to prosecute and no charges have been filed. The couple filed a $10 million claim against the city alleging civil rights violations. The race of the officers is not known. Ames has a pending case on charges of aggravated assault of a police officer in an unrelated case that followed a traffic accident in suburban Tempe, Arizona, last year. Court documents say Ames unsuccessfully tried to kick officers several times when they arrested him on suspicion of driving under the influence of marijuana. One Tempe officer used a stun gun on Ames because he thought he was trying to grab the other officer's gun, according to documents. Phoenix police have not responded to repeated questions about whether the officers in the videotaped encounter following the alleged shoplifting were aware of, or influenced by, Ames' earlier case. Civil liberties attorney Sandra Slaton has called the prior case irrelevant. The police chief has said an investigation into the officers' actions is under way.


It's not a typo; The s is very real. The Leagues Cup   not the League Cup   is the new competition pitting Major League Soccer sides against some of the top sides from Mexico's Liga MX. The tournament has been expanded before it's even seen a ball kicked in competition, as the second edition with go from eight to 16 teams. [ MORE: Newcastle in for $28M Saint-Maximin ] For now, though, we've got four American and four Mexican sides meeting over the next two months in a bid for North American supremacy not unlike a CONCACAF Champions League stripped of all the minnows. Much like the CCL, the Mexican sides will be expected to triumph, even with all of the quarterfinals being staged in the United States. Chicago Fire hosts Cruz Azul on Tuesday, followed by the LA Galaxy's visit from Club Tijuana. Wednesday will see the Houston Dynamo host Club America, and Tigres UANL at Real Salt Lake. The winners meet Aug. 20, while the final will be played Sept. 18 in Las Vegas. There's a lot of promise in this, and it gives MLS another chance to make some statements about the distance between it and Liga MX. The Mexican sides have flat out dominated the CCL, and it's not difficult to make the same prediction for this tournament. But, like many tournaments, it also gives success-starved clubs a chance to give their fans something big and their players a tonic. For Bastian Schweinsteiger's Chicago, for one, it's a huge opportunity. And for Zlatan Ibrahimovic and the Galaxy, it's a look toward another piece of silverware for one of the world's biggest trophy cases. Follow @NicholasMendola


The uncle of a missing 5-year-old girl in Utah has been linked to her disappearance by evidence recovered at several scenes, authorities revealed Monday. They also said the main suspect in the case has been uncooperative with investigators. Logan Police Capt. Tyson Budge said at a news conference that 21-year-old Alex Whipple came to the home of Elizabeth "Lizzy" Shelley on Friday night unexpectedly around 9 p.m., her family saw her sleeping about 2 am and the two were gone by the time the family woke up at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Budge said that not long into their investigation, officers were able to locate several evidentiary items not too far from the residence, but did not disclose specifics on what investigators found. "These items have been forensically tested and they do link Mr. Whipple to our missing child, Elizabeth," he said. "They also have evidence that link them to the residence that they were in and also links them together outside the home." UTAH POLICE HUNT FOR MISSING 5-YEAR-OLD GIRL; UNCLE NAMED 'MAIN SUSPECT' Whipple was located around 3 p.m. on Saturday in a rural area that is about a 15-minute drive from Logan, and was on foot when authorities found him with drug paraphernalia, according to Budge. The 21-year-old was booked into jail on an active warrant after he absconded from probation and during an interview with police made statements that authorities were "able to verify as untrue very quickly," Budge said. "Everything he has done has been quite deceitful and we have no reason to believe anything he told us was accurate," he told reporters. Budge added that authorities have executed search warrants on the home in question and several nearby areas. Ryan Liljenquist, who works at a convenience store, told FOX13 he saw Whipple on Saturday afternoon around 1:30 p.m. as he came in to buy cigarettes and beer, alone. "Disheveled, like he had been on a binge of some kind," Liljenquist told the television station. "He was wearing a gray hoodie. Underneath that hoodie, was a kind of a suit and tie, something really weird." HAWAII WOMAN FOUND ALIVE AFTER MISSING FOR 2 WEEKS SAYS TIME IN FOREST WAS 'TOUGHEST,' BUT 'I CHOSE LIFE' The Logan Police Department said in a Facebook post on Monday they are still searching for the girl, but don't need any more civilian volunteers. "We have over 200 law enforcement officers from a dozen agencies including local, State and Federal officers. We hope you can appreciate the sensitive nature of what is occurring. Please be patient," police said . "We understand the frustration and the many willing persons who want to help with this search. As soon as we have that need we will reach out." CLICK HERE FOR THE FOX NEWS APP Jill Parker, a spokesperson for the family, said Monday that they still "hope for a safe return from our sweet girl Lizzy." "As a family we are overwhelmed, scared, and sad of the recent tragic events that have touched our lives," Parker said in a statement from the family. "We are grateful for all of those who continue to search and help. We would like to thank law enforcement, volunteers, and all other agencies and businesses for their tireless efforts in helping us find our daughter." Authorities are still asking anyone in the neighboring communities who may have seen Whipple on Friday or Saturday to contact police. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 435-753-7555. Fox News' Talia Kaplan and the Associated Press contributed to this report.


Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs had the best season of his career in 2018, catching 102 passes for 1,021 yards and nine touchdowns. He was great in space, and in coverage. Per Pro Football Focus , Diggs graded as the league's second-best wide receiver in contested situations. He caught 64 percent of passes thrown to him in contested situations. In 2017, Diggs ranked first in this category, so this certainly isn't a fluke. Here's what PFF wrote about Diggs: Diggs nearly retained his crown as the king of contested catches that he earned in 2017 at a contested catch-rate of … 64.0 percent. Eerily, Diggs brought in 16-of-25 contested targets for the second year in a row. Chalk another one up for "undersized" wideouts playing big. Diggs continues to show that he can win with both his route running and his skills at the catch point, making him one of the more complete wide receivers in the league. With another year of familiarity with Kirk Cousins and an improved offensive line in 2019, Diggs should be even better next season. MORE: Clint Bowyer furiously punched Ryan Newman after NASCAR's All-Star Race Did the Raiders steal the best fullback in the 2019 NFL draft? Tracy Walker is set up to be the next Lions' breakout star Video: Deontay Wilder Knocked Out Dominic Breazeale in First Round NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players


Tottenham have made a bid of £53m for Real Betis' Argentine midfielder Giovani Lo Celso, who only made his loan move to the La Liga side permanent in April. However, Betis will demand significantly more as Spurs seek to end their long wait for a new signing, having not brought in a fresh face since Lucas Moura in January 2018. Lo Celso has a release clause in the region of £88m with the Seville based club looking for a fee nearer to that amount if they are to consider selling their key man, according to BBC Sport. The 23-year-old initially made the move to Estadio Benito Villamarín on loan from Paris Saint-Germain in 2018 before his current side opted to make the deal permanent for a mere €22m. Lo Celso managed to score 16 goals and accumulate five assists in 45 games for Betis this season, securing himself a place in Argentina's squad for the Copa America this summer. He'll be desperate to help his nation cause an upset in Brazil when the tournament kicks off on 14 June. It's no surprise, therefore, that the promising midfielder is attracting attention from the Premier League with Spurs so far making the most progress towards securing his signature. But this deal is far from guaranteed, seeing as Tottenham haven't bought a single player since recruiting Lucas for £23m from PSG in 2018. If we combine this with what is a reasonably low record transfer fee for an elite European side, that being the £42m spent on Colombian defender Davinson Sanchez , it's clear that Daniel Levy is a man who likes to keep his cash firmly in his pocket. Despite the lack of signings, Spurs have achieved their fair share of success this season, finishing a point clear of north London rivals Arsenal in fourth place and claiming a place in the historic all-England Champions League final against Liverpool in Madrid. Nonetheless, Spurs will have to table higher offers if they wish to beat their Premier League competition to the signature of Lo Celso and likely other stars in what is a massively inflated transfer market.


Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that he is hopeful Mohamed Salah, Jordan Henderson and Andy Robertson will be fit for the club's final Premier League game of the season. The Reds need to win against Wolves and hope Manchester City slip up against Brighton if they're to secure their first league title in 29 years, and they're set to receive a major boost ahead of the game at Anfield. Despite both sustaining injuries in the midweek win against Barcelona, Henderson and Robertson are expected to be fit. Salah meanwhile, who missed the game due to concussion precautions, is also poised to return as he looks to claim a second successive Premier League Golden Boot. As quoted by the club's official website , he said: "The famous three words of this week in the dressing room: 'It's only pain.' Very important for all the young lads to learn, I've said that already to the boys. Hendo said, 'It's only pain', Robbo said, 'It's only pain' - but it was real pain, wow!  Melwood pic.twitter.com/znzdGRGLn9   Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 10, 2019 "Unfortunately, Robbo could deal with the pain but only the rest of his body couldn't because he couldn't really activate the muscle anymore, some nerve hit or whatever. They should be fine [for Sunday]. "Mo looked good around the celebrations after the game, to be honest! The day before yesterday and yesterday he was running outside and will be part of training today." The only negative for Klopp was his confirmation that Roberto Firmino will miss Liverpool 's final game of the league season due to a muscle injury. He was, however, optimistic of the Brazilian's chances of featuring in the Champions League final at the end of the month, when they play Tottenham. Jurgen Klopp has confirmed tha Roberto Firmino is not fit for Wolves (reports last night said he'll make final but we wait). Salah and Robertson expected to be fit for Wolves.   DaveOCKOP (@DaveOCKOP) May 10, 2019 Klopp added: "Bobby not [available] for the weekend, but we have time [before the Champions League final] and that should be enough."


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Alabama football survived a harrowing win at Bryant-Denny stadium on Saturday. The traditional "Third Saturday in October" (actually played on the fourth Saturday this year) against Tennessee looked like the rivalry of years gone by. Alabama even faced a one point deficit late in the fourth quarter. Though fans were surely worried, the Crimson Tide is still alive in the playoff race. After dropping a game to Ole Miss earlier in the season, Bama has both blown out opponents and narrowly escaped. Still, if Alabama wins out and Ole Miss drops another SEC game, then Alabama will likely find itself in the second college football playoff. However, there are many things that Head Coach Nick Saban and the Alabama football team need to do better in order to keep themselves in the mix. First, the Tide has shot itself in the foot this year with penalties. Though not the worst team in terms of penalties, Alabama is in the bottom half. They are averaging 60.6 yards lost per game through penalties   nearly enough for a full drive down the field. About 80% of these penalties are coming on offense. Kiffin will need to discipline his players. Tight end O.J. Howard also put the blame on a lack of discipline. "Lack of discipline at the time, including myself with a false start penalty," Howard said after the Tennessee game. "These are things we can't have. You don't want to have penalties without even having a snap. That was on me and I think we can get it cleaned up." Ever since the Georgia game, the Alabama football offense has been succumbing to more and more negative yardage plays. There were only four negative yardage plays during the Tide's game against Georgia; however, during the Arkansas game there were 8, 15 during the A&M game, and 10 against the Vols. Alabama cannot continue to give up this yardage and hope to compete with potent defenses such as LSU. During the Tennessee game, sacks were an issue   the Vols racked up five. Coker looked hesistant in the pocket, reluctant to scramble or throw the ball away. Though the defense seems to make up for this statistic, Alabama cannot hope to hang on when they rank 123 out of 128 in negative yardage plays. The Tide has been absolutely abysmal on third downs this year. The Alabama football offense is converting just 33.3% of third downs, which ranks 109th. They are doing well on early downs, but once negative yardage plays and penalties are thrown in, the third down statistic becomes very troublesome. Maybe they've confused themselves with the defense in not allowing third down conversions. Who knows? Where Alabama football was ranked 17th nationally last year in touchdowns in the red zone, they are ranked 71st this year. Last year, the Tide scored touchdowns 70.3% of the time. This year, that percentage is just 60%. The amount of negative yardage, penalties, and poor third down conversion all lead to this statistic. If Saban and Offensive Coordinator Lane Kiffin can fix those issues, then the number of touchdowns in the end zone will be sure to increase. On a side note, Alabama football's special teams is looking up for the first time in forever. Kicker Adam Griffith did not miss a field goal. Also, punter Thomas Morestead was named the SEC Special Teams Player of the Week for his game against the Vols. Way to go boys.


The Buffalo Bills made a potentially major upgrade with their quarterback position last offseason by drafting Josh Allen. This offseason, the team improved the person in direct contact with Allen. In February, Buffalo signed quarterbacks coach Ken Dorsey to help with the development of their franchise quarterback. Dorsey, who worked within the Carolina Panthers organization from 2011-2017, brings a bevy of quarterbacking experience to the Bills. He was a standout for the Miami Hurricanes in college, and parlayed his collegiate success into a modest NFL career, starting 13 games during his six-year career. He is an ideal complement to Allen, an intelligent signal caller who can instill some of his wisdom on the second-year quarterback. Allen, for his part, made great strides last year physically and mentally within his game. Having a former quarterback by his side can only help further evolve his abilities. Dorsey shared his thoughts about his start in Buffalo via The Athletic on Friday and said that he wasn't too familiar with the 2017 NFL draft class, which included Allen. "I didn't do a lot of scouting on that quarterback class in terms of hard film study. I knew the top guys. I knew Josh had a very strong arm, good size, things like that. But I didn't realize how mobile he was, as well," Dorsey said. As Dorsey has worked a bit more with Allen, he sees more than just what the player has to offer on the field. "That outside perception looking in, there are obvious traits, but getting to know him, you realize there is so much more to him than just those physical traits, which is really exciting," Dorsey said. Dorsey can help Allen in a way that last year's quarterbacks' coach, David Culley, may not have. Dorsey's experience as a signal caller gives him an inside and scrutinizing view into how the position can be played. Culley also had a wealth of NFL coaching experience, but most of that came via time spent as a wide receivers coach. "Part of it is having an understanding that it's not easy. You have a lot of bullets flying around you. There's a lot going on. So having that understanding of what they're seeing in a game is important," Dorsey said. "You need to know what's realistic and not realistic to ask the guy to do. If a receiver is wide open on one side of the field, but his progression is over here, well, yeah, his read didn't spot the wide-open guy. That's an adjustment we can make, but we're not going to lose our minds over it." Dorsey, with an understanding of what Allen can do, keep pushing the youngster to do what he does well. Bills fans saw the improvisation skills of Allen, and Dorsey does not plan to usurp these plays from No. 17. "Knowing the nuance of moving coverages and how to work your eyes and do certain things and understanding the feel of when the pocket's collapsing and when to throw it away, there are a lot of instinctual things you just can't teach. Josh is a great example of that. There are a lot of things he does that are instinctual. I know I couldn't do them when I played. You don't want to take those things away from him," Dorsey said. Having a year under his belt will surely help Allen. Eleven starts in a rookie season for a quarterback is nothing to overlook. His progress will undoubtedly be buoyed by Dorsey's guidance. MORE: Did Nike accidentally reveal that Kevin Durant is staying with the Warriors? 'Jeopardy' star James Holzhauer shoots down one of so many wild conspiracy theories after loss Should Bills fans worry about Roger Goodell's comments? Jordy Nelson to sign 1-day contract to retire as a Packer in August Gerald McCoy explains why he picked the Panthers over Browns, Ravens


There are few worse times to be embroiled in a goaltending controversy, but here we are. The Carolina Hurricanes could very well face a series-defining decision ahead of Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final on Tuesday night at PNC Arena ( 8 p.m. ET; NBCSN; live stream ) . The Hurricanes return home with some extra baggage in the form of an 0-2 series deficit and a big question mark between the pipes. Should Rod Brind'Amour pull the trigger and promote Curtis McElhinney ahead of Petr Mrazek ? Will it make a difference against the Boston Bruins team armed to the teeth with firepower? Does a young coach have much of a choice? He wasn't going to reveal his decision Tuesday morning. "I can't be that guy who does that," Brind'Amour said. "Sorry." Brind'Amour let Mrazek eat six goals against in Game 2 as his playoff save percentage plummeted to .894. Blaming Mrazek for all 11 of the goals against in the first two games wouldn't be fair. The Hurricanes haven't been the same ' Bunch of Jerks ' that captured the attention of the hockey world through the first two rounds. Penalty woes, defensive breakdowns   they've all led to goals. And yes, Mrazek has been to blame for a few as well. The 35-year-old McElhinney has featured already in these playoffs. The latter half of Carolina's 1A-1B tandem went 3-0 with a .947 save percentage before Mrazek returned (perhaps too early?) from a lower-body injury that forced him out of Game 2 of Round 2 against the New York Islanders. Brind'Amour has to be taking a long look at McElhinney's shining numbers. It's must-win territory for the Hurricanes, who have been re-introduced to what a good offense entails after having a pretty easy time with the Islanders lackluster group. [ NBC 2019 STANLEY CUP PLAYOFF HUB ] It might be a hot take, but it feels that the only way that Tuukka Rask emerges from the shadow of Tim Thomas is if he can lead the Bruins to the second Stanley Cup in eight years. Rask came close to having similar immediacy to his success in 2013 but the Bruins came up short in the lockout-shortened year against the Chicago Blackhawks. With a little more rest this season, Rask seems reinvigorated and it's putting himself in a position to create his own shadow. While Rask's job hasn't appeared in jeopardy in these playoffs, starting out 2-3 against the Toronto Maple Leafs was far from ideal. Facing elimination may have been the best thing to happen to the Finn, however. It's been 'Tuukka Time' ever since. Rask is 8-2 dating back to Game 6 of Round 1, allowing 1.72 goals-against and stopping 94.4 percent of the shots he's faced. He's only become better as the playoffs have aged. During Boston's five-game winning streak, Rask has dropped that GAA to 1.60 and upped the save percentage to .953. The last time Rask played this good, ironically, was during the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Two riddles to solve for Carolina, one at each end of the rink, and so little time to solve them. MORE: • Should Hurricanes make goalie change for Game 3? • Why Hurricanes have embraced 'bunch of jerks' moniker • PHT Conference Finals predictions   Scott Billeck is a writer for Pro Hockey Talk on NBC Sports . Drop him a line at phtblog@nbcsports.com or follow him on Twitter @scottbilleck


The soon-to-be released plan calls for the achievable improvements to Gullen Mall and the aspirational a deck over I-94 Midtown and Detroit are changing fast. Wayne State University is trying to keep up. In August 2018, to help better position itself for these changes, the university began the creation of a new master plan that will shape the future look and function of its campus. It hired the planning firm DumontJanks , which has extensive experience working with universities, to be the lead consultant on the project. The firm and university officials have given a series of public presentations over the last few months. The general shape of the plan is becoming clear, but there's still many more details yet to be released. Here are the key components and likely recommendations of the plan. The 'H' The planners have focused much of their work on creating a more robust campus atmosphere a challenge for any urban university. While Gullen Mall, the pedestrian-only pathway on Second Avenue between Warren and Palmer avenues, certainly feels like a university, many other parts of the campus are disconnected from the core. "There's currently a lack of clarity about how to come and visit the university," Gregory Janks, co-founder of DumontJanks, said at a May presentation. To achieve this, the planners call for enhancements along an H-like shape formed by Cass and Second avenues, and the cultural district which contains the Detroit Institute of Arts and Charles H. Wright Museum that bisects it along Warren Avenue. Of the many proposals, perhaps the most important is improving the design of Gullen Mall. The plan suggests putting sidewalks along the exterior and greenspace in middle currently it's the other way around to make the area more navigable and usable. Relocating the concrete paths would also allow for a single, large greenspace south of the Recreation Center. Reimagining of Gullen Mall Ricardo Dumont, the other co-founder of DumontJanks, called it "design by removal." "Collect all the green spaces together in the center so they mean something," he said. "That will allow for more nonprogrammed space for students to use." On Cass, the planners recommend making the pavement from Prentis Hall to the Detroit Public Library, which is a major crossing point between Midtown and the campus, "a common unified idea." This would involve streetscaping to create a wide, clear crossing across Cass and removing the cul-de-sac at the rear entrance of the library to turn it into a plaza. Cass Avenue near the Detroit Public Library The Detroit Institute of Arts across Woodward Avenue is also in the process of redesigning its front plaza  the WSU plan could be a natural extension of that corridor. Traffic calming is an important part of the plan. The planners said they undertook a traffic study and the findings were clear: "Most of the streets, especially Warren and Anthony Wayne, are overbuilt for the amount of traffic they get," Janks said. "There's more pavement needed for the amount of cars." Warren Avenue is particularly problematic it can sometimes take two light changes to cross and is dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists. The planners propose narrowing the street by reducing traffic lanes from six to four and adding protected bike lanes, sidewalk space, and landscaping. For Anthony Wayne Drive, the plan recommends reducing traffic lanes to two and widening the median and greenspace by 50 feet so that it could accommodate kiosks, benches, and other park-like amenities. Anthony Wayne Drive would have a greatly expanded median Developing Midtown Part of enhancing this "H" will require creating stronger connections between some of the disparate buildings as far north as Baltimore Street and as far south as Willis Street. (And if you include the Mike Ilitch School of Business, as far south as Temple Street.) A significant cause of this disconnect is I-94. "Distances are relative," Janks says. "If you're walking through an urban environment, it's no big deal. If you're walking through a wasteland, every step is an effort. When you have to cross the highway, it doesn't feel good." One ambitious proposal involves building a deck across I-94 which would allow for upward construction and a "street edge" to make it feel like any other city block. The planners say a deck could accommodate 655,000 square feet of space. Possible deck over I-94 But they do admit that building on the freeway is likely many years away. The university would need property values in Midtown to be high enough to justify construction, as well as the approval of MDOT, which operates I-94. The plan also identifies other development opportunities at several "gateways" along Cass. By building on already university-owned property, WSU could add 2.32 million square feet of space and add thousands of beds. Again, all this is hypothetical. In order to build on this scale, the university would need to raise millions of dollars in funding and probably partner with private developers or property management companies. Concentrating activity While DumontJanks have previewed a number of exciting potential developments, the nuts and bolts of the plan concern maximizing efficient use of buildings and spaces. "The preponderance of projects are much more internal and oriented towards reinvesting and reinvigorating the university's existing building stock," Janks told Curbed Detroit . This part of the plan entails consolidating departments, upgrading building facilities, and demolishing others that have outlived their usefulness. "My guess is the university may be able to demolish 320,000 to 420,000 gross square feet of space without any diminishment in capacity," Dumont said. That money can then be reinvested into buildings like State Hall, which contains a significant portion of the university's classes. In addition to classroom improvements, the planners also identified "accessibility issues" at the building and recommend upgrading the elevators, among other changes. Next steps In June, the planners will present their findings to the WSU Board of Trustees for approval. Assuming it passes, there will be another public presentation as well as submission of the final document. DumontJanks says it expects its work to be completed by the end of the summer. Then, after a more formal cost analysis, the less expensive and more pressing items will get moved on first. That includes Gullen Mall improvements, State Hall redevelopment, and creation of green space on the west side of campus. The plan itself is not prescriptive there's no timeline and the recommendations are largely form-based that can be implemented as resources become available. "This is a framework that will allow us to have flexibility and includes a lot of data so we can understand impacts," said Ashley Flintoff, director of planning and space management for WSU. "We'll soon have a tool to make better, informed decisions." Several developments on the campus are already underway and were decided on prior to this planning effort, such as the massive Gateway Performance Complex , relocation of the Mackenzie House , and a new basketball arena built in partnership with the Detroit Pistons. However these plans roll out over the next months and years, it's clear Wayne State will be in a much better position to grow and adapt alongside the city.


Cubs veteran Ben Zobrist is slated to begin a rehab assignment, president of baseball operations Theo Epstein told reporters, including ESPNChicago.com's Jesse Rogers ( Twitter link ). Zobrist has been on the restricted list for much of the season for personal reasons. His rehab will begin this weekend at the Single-A level, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports. It's notable news for the Cubs, who are in a fight in a tightly contest NL Central. The club has struggled to find consistent production at second base and in the corner outfield   the two spots Zobrist has appeared at most frequently. He'll presumably step back into the mix as soon as he is back up to full speed. Though he has reportedly been working out, the 38-year-old Zobrist has been inactive for so long that he's likely to need a physical ramp-up to get back to game speed. He wasn't exactly at top form when he stepped away, having compiled 99 plate appearances of .241/.343/.253 hitting to open the season. While he carried a strong 12:14 K/BB ratio in that span, Zobrist managed just one extra-base hit. There are also some payroll considerations. During his absence, Zobrist has foregone payment of his $12.5M salary. But he'll start earning again. (Whether that will take place once his rehab assignment starts or once he's activated isn't clear.) That means the club cannot reallocate all of Zobrist's remaining salary obligations to other players. It seems an early September target may make the most sense for all involved. That would be an optimal time from a roster perspective, as the Cubs would be able to take advantage of the expansion of the active roster to ease Zobrist back in. He will need to come off of the restricted list by the end of August in order to be eligible for the postseason.


Tossed aside as outdated junk by some, old videogames such as Donkey Kong and Pac-Man are now getting a new lease of life in Tokyo's vibrant Akihabara district, as growing numbers of die-hard fans seek out vintage classics to relive their youth. Inside Super Potato, a famed retro videogame store, devotees browse isles packed with everything from Legend of Zelda figurines to immaculately packaged old Sega Mega Drives, while Super Mario toys dangle from the ceiling overhead. "It was our generation, it was our thing," said Matt, 35, over the constant ping and buzz of videogame theme tunes emanating from the screens lining the walls. "At that age, when computer games were first coming out, there was nothing else like it," the Briton told AFP, adding that buying retro games was one of the main reasons he came to Japan on holiday. Vintage games have been hitting headlines this year: huge parties were held to celebrate the birthdays of Pac-Man and Super Mario, while videogame-themed film "Pixels" has grossed more than $200 million worldwide. Big business has been swift to cash in on the trend, with Microsoft and Sony among those releasing products to appeal to older players. As the home of Nintendo and Sega, Japan has long been a paradise for gamers and now Tokyo is becoming a global hub for collectors of specialist old titles. Mandarake, a retro games shop nestled among the crowded, neon-lit streets of Akihabara district, has seen foreign customer numbers soar in the past five years according to staff member Kota Atarashi. "A large number of our customers are aged between 30 and 50, and they come to buy games either for the sake of nostalgia or to build up a collection they started when they were younger," he said. "Old games are more addictive and offer a real sense of achievement when a player finishes. I think that's one of the reasons for their success." - 'Under-appreciated art form' - Vintage editions still make up only a tiny part of the world videogames market -- estimated to be worth more than $90 billion and growing fast -- but avid collectors will pay huge sums for specialist items. Prices for rare classics have soared, with one example of the Nintendo World Championships cartridge selling for around $100,000 last year, according to its eBay listing. Their value depends on rarity, condition and popularity. Experts say fans particularly like games that are part of a series, such as The Legend of Zelda and Japanese role-playing games like Final Fantasy and DragonQuest. For some, they are an artform -- even New York's Museum of Modern Art started collecting older video games in 2012 and plans to acquire dozens of titles in the coming years. Patrick, a 27-year-old graphic designer from Australia, said he has built up a collection of around 1,000 games. "To me games are an under-appreciated art form," he told AFP inside the Super Potato shop. "With a lot of the old games you have to use your imagination, which I think is really cool." For others, they bring back memories of the excitement of playing for the first time. "I remember playing my brother's ZX Spectrum and not even really knowing what it was," said Matt, who was around 10 when videogames started becoming popular. "You'd go to your friend's house and play -- now people just sit at home on the Internet. It's not the same." - Childhood nostalgia - Clay Routledge, an associate professor at the North Dakota State University and an expert on the psychology of nostalgia, said old videogames can be a particularly potent trigger because they are interactive. "Often, nostalgia is not about the specific game but about the social experiences involving that game," he said. "The games we played in our youth would likely elicit the greatest amount of nostalgia." This has not been lost on videogame makers, who have started offering revamped versions of vintage games in their online stores, such as Nintendo's Super Mario 3: Mario Forever. Others are also including access to older games in new products. At the Tokyo Game Show in September Sony said its new streaming service, PlayStation Now, will allow customers to play games released years ago, such as God of War. In June, Microsoft also announced it would be offering "backward compatibility" for hit older titles including Borderlands on its new-generation Xbox One consoles. This cuts the cost of producing new games and reduces the danger no one will buy them, said Lisa Hanson, managing partner of gaming market research firm Niko Partners. "It short-cuts the marketing process and there is a ready group of gamers waiting to play," she said. For die-hard fans, spending hours investigating obscure old games is part of the fun, but experts warn off anyone who thinks collecting vintage games could be a get-rich-quick strategy. "You need a lot of knowledge... to make it viable," said Jason Moore, whose online store claims to have the largest catalogue in the world with some 40,000 games. "For every rare game, there are thousands which are virtually impossible to sell and knowing small differences like label variations and box types is vital if you're going to do well."


Planning an escape to Baltimore this summer? You still have time to build your trip around Artscape, the largest free arts festival in the nation. Scheduled for July 20-22 this year, Artscape brings together visual and performing artists, along with food, crafts and kids' activities. It averages 350,000 attendees each summer in Charm City. While you're there, check out the rest that Baltimore has to offer, from nightlife and history to sports and museums. Using travel site Skyscanner , we've sifted through the cheapest flights between Detroit and Baltimore, including some popular hotel options and other beloved local attractions. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in the articles may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Cheapest Baltimore flights Currently, the cheapest flights between Detroit and Baltimore are if you leave on July 18 and return from Maryland on July 23. Delta currently has tickets for $148, roundtrip. There are also deals to be had earlier in July. If you fly out of Detroit on July 17 and return from Baltimore on July 22, Delta can get you there and back for $158 roundtrip. Top Baltimore accommodations Regarding where to stay, here are some of Baltimore's top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction. The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront (700 Aliceanna St.) If you're looking to splurge on top quality, consider The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront . The hotel has a 4.8-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $179. Set in the heart of Baltimore, this hotel is close to the Pier Six Concert Pavilion and the National Aquarium in Baltimore, as well as the American Visionary Art Museum. Additional attractions include the USS Constellation, the Fell's Point pub district and the shops at Harborplace. The Hilton Baltimore (401 W. Pratt St.) There's also the 4.4-star rated The Hilton Baltimore , which has rooms for $135/night. This downtown Baltimore hotel is located adjacent to Oriole Park at Camden Yards and very close to the USS Constellation, the Hippodrome Theatre and M&T Bank Stadium. The hotel is directly connected to the Baltimore Convention Center via an indoor walkway. The Home2 Suites by Hilton Baltimore Downtown (8 E. Pleasant St.) If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, try The Home2 Suites by Hilton Baltimore Downtown . The 4.4-star hotel has rooms for $71/night. Local restaurant picks If you're looking to snag a bite at one of Baltimore's many quality eateries, here are a few popular culinary destinations from Skyscanner's listings that will help keep you satiated. The Food Market (1017 W. 36th St.) One of Baltimore's most popular restaurants is The Food Market , which has an average of 4.8 stars out of five reviews on Skyscanner. The Food Market's website says it specializes in "approachable, serious comfort food," with a menu offering small plates such as tacos and fried oysters and large plates of crab cakes, shrimp, duck and roast beef. "Chef Chad's menu is, to say the least, stunning," wrote visitor Charles. "The service is great." G&M Restaurant (804 N. Hammonds Ferry Road) Another popular dining destination is G&M Restaurant , with 4.7 stars from 11 reviews. G&M Restaurant features Greek and Italian cuisine and boasts of serving "Maryland's best crab cakes." Reviewer RAWarren wrote: "This family-style restaurant is humongous. The full service bar has a decent selection of beer and cocktails, but most people are here for the crab cakes, day and night." Nick's Fish House (2600 Insulator Drive) Also worth considering is Nick's Fish House . Located on the water offering spectacular views, Nick's Fish House and Grill has indoor and outdoor seating and serves steamed-to-order blue crabs, fresh sushi, grilled steaks and burgers, seafood, including jumbo lump crab cakes, and bountiful sandwiches. "If the weather's nice, try to get a table outside. The crab cakes and cream of crab soup were amazing," wrote Laura. "I've always received excellent service." Faidley Seafood (203 N. Paca St.) Finally, there's Faidley Seafood . Founded in 1886, Faidley Seafood, located in Lexington Market, is one of the oldest purveyors of fresh and prepared seafood in the Chesapeake region. "Faidley sells the perfect crab cakes," wrote visitor @_Mick_E. "Their lump crab cake balls are jam-packed with real meat, unlike other places that [are] all covered with nothing but batter. It's seriously one of the most authentic crab cakes I've ever tasted without the frills. It's cheap and delicious." What to see and do in Baltimore Baltimore is also full of sites to visit and explore. Here are some popular attractions to round out your trip, again from Skyscanner's listings. Wockenfuss Candies (6831 Harford Road) The top-rated visitor attraction in Baltimore, according to Skyscanner, is Wockenfuss Candies , which is one of the oldest candy makers in Baltimore. Wockenfuss Candies marked a century in business in 2015. The family-owned business is now in its fifth generation of candy-making. "Expect dark chocolate Oreos, dark chocolate pretzels and dark chocolate everything," wrote visitor John. Maryland Science Center (601 Light St.) The Maryland Science Center is another popular destination with interactive exhibits that focus on physics, marine biology and astronomy. "Great interactive and educational place to bring the family out to," wrote visitor Justin. "They have some of the coolest hands-on installations here." The American Visionary Art Museum (800 Key Highway) Finally, consider checking out The American Visionary Art Museum , which is a unique and critically acclaimed art venue. The museum hosts shows organized by theme rather than by artist and strives to step out of the accepted art canon displayed at many American museums. The U.S. Congress unanimously voted the American Visionary Art Museum "the official national education center, repository and museum for self-taught, intuitive artistry." "This museum constantly showcase inventive and daring art from local and international artist alike," wrote visitor Kelly. This story was created automatically using flight, hotel, and local attractions data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


As the Jets head into their first preseason matchup against the Giants, there are plenty of storylines to watch for. The first game will give a short glimpse of what the Jets new offense under Adam Gase may look like, even if the starters are only on the field for one or two series. Also, this matchup could lead to some depth chart changes, as this will be the first opportunity for players to prove their worth - or ruin their chances at making the roster. With football almost back, here are few of the top storylines heading into New York's bout with their roommates. Sam Darnold's first live-action under Adam Gase (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Thursday night will be the first opportunity to see how Sam Darnold looks in Adam Gase's new offense. While the Jets will attempt to keep it simple and the starters will only play a couple of series, it will be interesting to see how much Darnold has developed since we last saw him seven months ago. There have been rave reviews from Jets camp regarding Darnold's velocity, game processing, leadership and arm strength. It may only be a short cameo, but a peek at how Darnold looks just a month away from the season is certainly important for the Jets. The Rookies (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Quinnen Williams, Jachai Polite, Chuma Edoga and Kyron Brown have made waves in training camps thus far, but none have had the opportunity to play against opposing teams. That will change against the Giants. Brown being listed so high on the Jets' first depth chart was probably the biggest surprise. Since the beginning of camp, Brown has been working with the second-team defense. He even saw some reps with the first team. If Brown keeps up his high level of play, he has a real chance of sticking as an undrafted free agent. Edoga has a chance to impress as the team's backup right tackle. While Brandon Shell has held his own, he does not have the position on lockdown. Edoga has a real chance to push him with a strong impression. Polite is currently third on the outside linebacker depth chart, but he has played well enough with the second-team defense to warrant being a player to keep an eye on Thursday. Williams has been exactly the force the Jets have anticipated him to be thus far; he has the opportunity to show why he was the third overall pick on Thursday. Will Tim White breakout? (AP Photo) Every training camp, the Jets have had a wide receiver who turns heads. Last year it was Tre McBride. This year it's Tim White. White is a second-year wide receiver who has come onto the scene as an impressive force. Being listed as the No. 2 WR behind Robby Anderson, White can make his against the Giants and show fans what team officials have been impressed with thus far. Could a kicking competition be on the horizon? (Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Adam Gase has been adamant about the Jets not bringing in competition for Chandler Catanzaro despite his struggles in camp. With Catanzaro being the only kicker on New York's roster, he will be receiving all field goal and extra points opportunities on Thursday. Catanzaro can either put the struggles behind him or create a greater controversey at the kicking postion. He's in the driver seat right now, but the pressure is on him to solidfy his standing as the Jets' starting kicker. MORE: A furious Chris Davis had to be held back from Orioles manager Brandon Hyde Where did Jakobi Meyers come from? 6 quick takeaways from Packers' joint practices with Texans Roundup: Bella Hadid and The Weeknd Appear to Split Again, Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame Class Deadline passes as Elliott loses accrued season, fines reach $500K


Vintage photos of the Disney parks show they were once home to simpler rides, like small roller coasters and trains. Since Disneyland first opened for business in Anaheim, California, on July 17, 1955, Disney theme parks have been popping up all over the world. Disney World followed in 1971, and Tokyo Disney Resort opened in 1983. The brand now also has theme parks in Paris, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. All of the parks have undergone renovations to stay modern through the years, but their original forms will always be remembered thanks to beautifully preserved vintage photos. From Disneyland Paris to Disney World in Orlando, here's 19 vintage photos that show what Disney theme parks looked like through the decades. The Mad Tea Party ride debuted on Disneyland's opening day in 1955. On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim with 14 different attractions , according to Touring Plans. The Mad Tea Party ride, inspired by "Alice in Wonderland," was one of them. The pastel ride was located in Fantasyland and allowed parkgoers to board 18 life-sized teacups that spun around a circular platform. The attraction still stands in the same spot today but looks much more modern, featuring lanterns and a small replica of the White Rabbit's house. The Casey Jr. Circus Train opened a few weeks later, but is still considered to be one of Disneyland's original attractions. The train ride debuted on July 31, 1955 , according to Touring Plans, and was inspired by the 1941 film "Dumbo." Yesterland, a blog about retired Disney attractions, also reported that passengers on the train could once see nearby canal boats "going through ditches in bare dirt." Today, Disneyland visitors can still ride the train alongside the Storybook Land Canal Boats . But like other classic attractions, the ride has been updated and now brings passengers past miniature replicas of scenes from fan-favorite Disney films. The Golden Horseshoe was one of the first restaurants to open at Disneyland. According to Disneyland's website, the Golden Horseshoe was one of Walt Disney's favorite locations within the park. He's said to have opened the establishment - which served food and hosted live performances - by celebrating his 30th wedding anniversary there. Disney also had a private booth - that's now open to the public - where he watched the "Golden Horseshoe Revue," which was once named "the world's longest-running live stage show" by the Guinness Book of World Records. A flower market once resided on Main Street in Disneyland Park. Up until the 1980s, Disneyland parkgoers could purchase colorful plastic flowers while visiting the park, according to Yesterland. At the time, the attraction was located on Main Street in between the Upjohn Pharmacy, an exhibit on medicine , and the Carnation Ice Cream Parlor , according to Duchess of Disneyland, a blog about the park. Some scenes from Pirates of the Caribbean looked very different in 1969. While much of this attraction remains the same today, the earliest version of the ride featured a scene in which an animatronic woman sold captive brides underneath a sign that read: "Auction: Take a wench for a bride." But, according to the Orange County Register, Disney chose to remove most of the characters in 2018, leaving only the leading animatronic who now sells "loot." Before opening in 2001, Disney's California Adventure looked like a shell of a theme park. The theme park - which is adjacent to the original Disneyland Park - was built in 2000 with rides, a mall, hotel, and a section called Paradise Pier . The latter area, however, has recently been remodeled and turned into the new Pixar Pier section. When Disney World opened in Orlando during the 1970s, parades were hosted by classic characters. In the 1970s you could see employees, who Disney calls 'cast members,' drive vintage-style cars down Main Street as characters like Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and the Three Little Pigs walked next to them. A skyway once sat above the Magic Kingdom theme park. According to Yesterland, the Skyway was one of the first rides built in Disney World in 1971 and could transport travelers from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland. However, the original ride shut down in November 1999 to "to keep the park exciting and fresh," Yesterland reported. Rides like It's a Small World were once extremely popular. Disney Imagineers originally created It's a Small World for the 1964-1965 World's Fair , though it was later transferred to Disneyland before opening day, according to Best of Orlando. The boat-style ride takes visitors through rooms filled with singing dolls, all of which are meant to represent countries around the world. The attraction is still a fan-favorite - wait times can extend up to 30 minutes - but it's unlikely that you'd need to spend hours in line to see it. You can also now visit the attraction at numerous Disney theme parks, including Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, and Hong Kong Disneyland. Up until 2008, one of Disney World's four parks was called "Disney-MGM Studios." The park's original name matched the movie set theme of the location, which previously offered rides like The Studio Backlot Tour and The Great Movie Ride. After nearly 10 years in business - the park opened in 1989 , according to Fandom - Disney-MGM Studios was renamed on January 7, 2008 as Disney's Hollywood Studios. Read more : 31 photos of old Disney World attractions we wish would come back The '50s Prime Time Café hasn't changed much since the '80s. Even in the '80s, this retro attraction looked like a scene straight out of a 1950s sitcom. The location offers "classic American comfort food" to diners, which is served by cast members dressed in vintage clothing, according to Disney World's website. Visitors are also seated at "retro TV tables" with television sets that display "black-and-white clips from popular prime-time shows circa 1955." Disney World opened its second park   Epcot   in 1982. If you happened to be in Orlando around March of 1982, you might have seen construction workers atop the park's centerpiece: Spaceship Earth, which is a ride encased in a giant, silver sphere. At the time, employees worked to secure aluminum panels onto the ride's exterior, standing 180 feet above the ground to do so. The Living Seas was once a tranquil getaway within Epcot where visitors could learn about the Earth's oceans. According to Lost Epcot, a blog about the theme park, the Living Seas attraction opened in 1986. It offered educational movies about the Earth's oceans, and also allowed visitors to view real sea creatures. Unfortunately for fans, the location was rebranded in 2006 and is now called The Seas with Nemo and Friends . Lost Epcot also reported that the attraction now features less marine life than it did in the 1980s. Stores in Disney World have always been as animated as the theme parks. World of Disney is a giant store located in Disney Springs, an onsite shopping center previously known as Downtown Disney. The location is still home to character-themed merchandise and quirky product displays, but in the 1990s the decor was arguably even more festive. Some of the walls that held plush toys, for example, looked crooked, while another display was shaped like a scene from "Alice in Wonderland." Disney opened its first theme park overseas   Tokyo Disneyland   in 1983. At the time, some Disney cast members dressed in brightly-colored ensembles and performed music throughout the park. Tokyo Disneyland's beloved popcorn - which is now sold in numerous flavors - also makes appearances in vintage photos of the park. Classic Disney film characters made appearances in the park's early days. One image of the Tokyo theme park from 1997 shows characters from "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" walking alongside parkgoers. Today, however, it's more common to see fan-favorites like Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Duffy the Disney Bear . Disneyland Paris is the first and only Disney theme park to open in Europe. Disney came to an agreement with French authorities in 1987 to build a theme park in Paris, then called Euro Disney, according to Disneyland Paris' website. It was completed and opened for business by 1992 and remains a popular site today. Disneyland Paris cast members practiced their opening-parade route before the park officially opened for business. Before opening day on April 12, 1992, Disney invited people to line the sidewalks of Disneyland Paris to view a preview of the theme park's opening parade . Back in the 1990s, Disneyland Paris sold merchandise that now looks retro. From cups with plastic straws to character-themed pens, Disneyland Paris once sold tons of souvenirs that perfectly encapsulated theme park gift shops from the 1990s.