The bad news is Tiger Woods isn't playing in the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. The good news? The tournament will still have the best field Memphis has seen Of the world's 50 top-ranked players, 46 have committed to play at TPC Southwind starting Thursday, including the top four. British Open champion Shane Lowry committed to the WGC-FedEx before his victory at Royal Portrush and subsequent celebration(s). This is how you celebrate winning the #TheOpen @ShaneLowryGolf https://t.co/lcdxTG64YN - Golfweek (@golfweek) July 22, 2019 With that as backdrop, here are 10 who fans should keep their eye on, via Evan Barnes of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. 10. Jordan Spieth (Ian Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports) Spieth may be ranked 38th in the world but there's no way Memphis should miss one of the best young golfers out there. The three-time major winner hasn't played in Memphis since 2010. Spieth has not won on the PGA Tour since his 2017 victory at The Open. 9. Jon Rahm (Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports) The 24-year-old tied for third at the U.S. Open this year and won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Rahm is ranked No. 8 in the world and is looking for his first WGC title. 8. Bryson DeChambeau (Steve Flynn-USA TODAY Sports) DeChambeau, who has one of the most unconventional swings in golf, made his first PGA Tour start in Memphis in 2015 and also played here in 2017. He returns as the No. 6 golfer in the world and looking for his first WGC win. 7. Justin Thomas (Steve Flynn-USA TODAY Sports) Thomas is the defending WGC-Invitational champion and only two years removed from being PGA Tour Player of the Year. This is his first pro tournament in Memphis. 6. Gary Woodland (Steve Flynn-USA TODAY Sports) Known as one of the biggest hitters on the PGA Tour, Woodland finally won his first major this year with the U.S. Open. He's been one of the best golf stories this season, and his wife is expected to give birth to twins later this month. 5. Phil Mickelson (Ian Rutherford/USA TODAY Sports) Always one of the most popular players in Memphis, Mickelson should have one of the largest galleries at TPC Southwind. As much he loves the city and course, Mickelson's status is now in question after he question his poor play following missing the cut at the British Open 4. Justin Rose (Ian Rutherford/USA TODAY Sports) Rose is ranked No. 4 in the world and is the defending FedEx Cup champion. He finished third at the U.S. Open last month. 3. Rory McIlroy (Ian Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports) McIlroy missed the cut at Royal Portrush but won new-found status as an adult after his exit Friday. McIlroy enjoyed the adoration of his home country's fans and paid them back by handling his loss and disappointment like someone befitting of his 30 years. McIlroy has been one of the PGA Tour's biggest names over the past decade and won the WGC-Invitational in 2014. The four-time major winner and No. 3 golfer in the world has won two PGA Tour events this year. Can he win his third in his first trip to Memphis since 2012? 2. Dustin Johnson (Ian Rutherford/USA TODAY Sports) Memphis will never forget Johnson's walk-off eagle to cap his win in the FedEx St. Jude Classic last year. So will he have an encore in 2019? Johnson used the win to catapult into the No. 1 world ranking and he currently sits at No. 2. 1. Brooks Koepka (Ian Rutherford/USA TODAY Sports) Koepka has finished second and third in past appearances in Memphis. Will this be the year he breaks through? The world's No. 1-ranked golfer has been on a tear this year, winning the PGA Championship and finishing second at the Masters and U.S. Open before his T-4 at the 148th Open Championship. While Koepka fell flat early Sunday at Royal Portrush, he has become golf's chief unofficial spokesperson for quicker play. https://compass.pressekompass.net/compasses/golfweek/open-course-you-want-to-play_golfweek MORE: Lakers' Quinn Cook Q&A: 'It feels like this team has been together a while' Brooks Koepka explained what's the most frustrating part of J.B. Holmes' slow play Phil Simms: 'Multiple' teams were set to take Daniel Jones before No. 17 Brooks Koepka Calls Out J.B. Holmes Following Disastrous Final Round at The Open 3 potential options for Cowboys if Ezekiel Elliott holds out


Looking to satisfy your appetite for traditional American fare? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top traditional American spots around Pittsburgh, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt. 1. Cafe Raymond Topping the list is Cafe Raymond . Located at 2009 Penn Ave. in Strip District, the breakfast, brunch and traditional American spot, which offers sandwiches and more, is the highest-rated traditional American restaurant in Pittsburgh, boasting 4.5 stars out of 205 reviews on Yelp. 2. Smallman Galley Next up is Strip District's Smallman Galley , situated at 54 21st St. With 4.5 stars out of 543 reviews on Yelp, the bar and traditional American spot has proven to be a local favorite. 3. Fat Heads Saloon Fat Heads Saloon , a traditional American spot that offers salads, chicken wings and more in Southside Flats, is another go-to, with four stars out of 768 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1805 E. Carson St. to see for yourself. 4. DeLuca's Diner Over in Strip District, check out DeLuca's Diner , which has earned four stars out of 586 reviews on Yelp. You can find the diner, breakfast, brunch and traditional American spot at 2015 Penn Ave. 5. Tessaro's Last but not least, there's Tessaro's , a Bloomfield favorite with four stars out of 424 reviews. Stop by 4601 Liberty Ave. to hit up the steakhouse and traditional American spot, which offers burgers and more, next time you're in the mood. 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.


Lewis Hamilton has been summoned to see the stewards for an investigation following a mix-up with Max Verstappen after he rejoined the track following a wild moment in second practice for the French Grand Prix. The world championship leader briefly lost control of his Mercedes and swiped a bollard at Turn 4 exactly halfway through the second session. But as he rejoined the circuit, he came back on track right in front of Verstappen, who was unable to take the ideal inside line at Turn 4 and ran wide. The stewards announced that the matter would be investigated following the second practice session. More F1 news: French GP: Bottas sets commanding pace in FP2 Ferrari has "overwhelming" evidence that Vettel broke no rules Red Bull weaknesses a legacy of front-wing rules - Verstappen The Hamilton incident comes just a fortnight after the Briton won the Canadian Grand Prix following a five-second penalty for Sebastian Vettel, who was ruled to have rejoined the track in an unsafe manner and forced him off circuit. Article 27.3 of the Sporting Regulations states: "Drivers will be judged to have left the track if no part of the car remains in contact with it and, for the avoidance of doubt, any white lines defining the track edges are considered to be part of the track but the kerbs are not. "Should a car leave the track the driver may rejoin, however, this may only be done when it is safe to do so and without gaining a lasting advantage." With Verstappen having been forced wide after taking avoiding action, it could be argued that Hamilton did not come back on track in a safe manner. Ferrari has since asked for the FIA for a review of the Montreal incident, with stewards now considering whether new evidence that has been presented is good enough to warrant another look at what happened.


The details of Giovani Lo Celso's imminent move to Tottenham from Real Betis have been revealed, with the Argentine expected to sign a five-year deal running until 2024 on a contract worth €4m (£3.65m) per year. With Lo Celso having been the subject of intense speculation throughout the summer, it appears as though the deal is edging ever closer after Betis themselves signed an apparent like-for-like replacement in the form of Nabil Fekir. Last details for Giovanni #LoCelso to #Tottenham . He will sign a contract by €4M a year until 2024. #transfers #THFC https://t.co/fKyCcUtJJB   Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) July 31, 2019 As reported yesterday, fears were being raised among Seville-based outlets that both parties were no closer to a deal, with Betis supposedly standing firm on their €75m valuation of the midfielder, despite already securing their replacement. However, as previously revealed by 90min, the move was made easier after Le Celso's representatives informed Spurs that Fekir's arrival in Seville will see Betis accept reduced terms on their initial valuation. Now, La Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Nicola Shira has revealed the details on the 23-year-old's move to north London, stating that Lo Celso will pocket roughly £70k-per-week in wages at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and put pen to paper on a five-year contract. Such wages will double his current pay packet. While no fee has been made public, it is understood by 90min that Spurs will be able to secure a cut-price deal for the former Paris Saint-Germain player at around £45m, after Betis opted to reduce their valuation having signed Fekir. Should the move be completed ahead of the Premier League deadline on 8th August, then Le Celso will become Mauricio Pochettino's third signing of the summer. His fellow Argentine will follow Tanguy Ndombele through the door, while Jack Clarke signed from Leeds United before been loaned back to the Yorkshire side for the coming season.


NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/CNN)   The jury has ruled NXIVM group founder Keith Raniere guilty on all counts of crimes including racketeering and forcing women to have sex. In the prosecutor's closing arguments of the 58-year-old Raniere's racketeering trial were claims that the " NXIVM " self-help group he founded was secretly a sex cult set up like a pyramid scheme. On Monday, prosecutor Moira Penza had called Raniere "a con man, a predator, a crime boss." NXIVM Sex Cult Conviction News Conference Prosecutors had shown the 16-person Brooklyn jury evidence of a number of crimes, ranging from images of child pornography to testimony from a woman who said she was tied to a table by Raniere and then forced to have oral sex performed on her by someone else. Raniere pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, sexual exploitation of a child and human trafficking. He did not testify in the case and his defense attorney did not call any witnesses, but his attorney argued that his relationships with NXIVM followers were consensual. EXCLSUIVE VIDEO: CBS2 Exclusive: Woman Says 'Smallville' Star Allison Mack Propositioned Her To Join Women's Empowerment Group He has been in federal custody in Brooklyn since he was arrested in Mexico last year. Over six weeks, several women testified about how they blindly obeyed their "masters," screamed when they were branded with Raniere's initials near their bikini lines and were pressured to have sex with him. Raniere ran an Albany, New York-based company that offered pricey "self-help" classes to thousands of people across the United States, Canada and Mexico for two decades. An actress who testified in court said he was revered by his students, and some saw him as one of the smartest men in the world. Multiple women testified they were misled about joining the group and were told it was a "women's empowerment" group. They later found out they would become "slaves" who would be expected to have sex with Raniere, send him nude photos and have his initials branded onto their bodies. Actress Allison Mack arrives at the United States Eastern District Court for a bail hearing in relation to the sex trafficking charges filed against her on May 4, 2018, in Brooklyn. (credit: Jemal Countess/Getty Images) Penza described the way women who became "slaves" and "masters" within DOS as "turning victims into victimizers." Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo previously said Raniere firmly believes his ideas are sound, humanitarian ideas. Lauren Salzman, 42, who pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of racketeering and racketeering conspiracy in March, testified she was a master and had six slaves of her own. She was told that the group would teach women to be "master of your own life." While recruiting them, the masters would insist the recruits provide information about themselves as "collateral" to encourage the recruits to keep information about DOS a secret, according to an affidavit prepared by an FBI agent and filed with Raniere's arrest warrant. MORE: What To Know About The NXIVM Celebrity Sex Cult Trial Several women testified in court that they shared sexually explicit photos, granted access to their bank accounts and recorded videos with damaging stories that would hurt their families and those closest to them. Some of the women said the statements were not even truthful. READ: Superseding Indictment Vs. Keith Raniere aka "Vangard," "Grandmaster" and "Master", Clare Bronfman, Allison Mack, Kathy Russell and Lauren Salzman After being accepted into DOS, members would be branded near their bikini line with Raniere's initials, prosecutors and victims said. During the trial, prosecutors presented a series of recordings of conversations between "Smallville" actress Allison Mack and Raniere in which they discuss a ceremony for the branding. Mack pleaded guilty to racketeering and conspiracy charges before the start of the trial.


We've reached that period between the draft and training camp where things get a little weird. Some are still arguing over rookies from the 2019 draft. Others are looking ahead to 2020 and blowing up at Vegas predictions. Meanwhile, analysts are looking at how strong a schedule is or who is a lock for the postseason without any real certainty. Never forget the 2018 Jaguars . Or the 2017 Raiders . Or the 2016 Bengals ... You get the idea. I'm well aware that the orange Kool-Aid is overflowing at this time of year. One only has to look back to 2018 to see there were arguments about Case Keenum leading the Broncos into contention a year ago. So keep that in mind as we take some big sips and look to the 3 big steps the roster will have to take for Vic Fangio to steer Denver into playoff contention during his first year at the helm. Step 1: Joe Flacco has to stay healthy This will upset the Locked in crowd right off the bat, but let's be clear: Denver will not win the AFC West or seriously compete for a playoff spot in 2019 with Drew Lock playing a majority of the snaps. This isn't to call the kid a bust right out of the gate, merely facts. As I've said since before the 2019 draft, he needs time to rethink his footwork to become a more consistent passer. If pressed into action too soon, he'll revert to the Cutler-esque tactics he lived and died on with the Missouri Tigers . So as boring as it may be to the click-centric media and SEC fans among us, Flacco needs to be "the guy" this year. There are sprinkles of reason to believe he can. As I mentioned back when the trade occurred, the Broncos' system fits the 34-year old's strengths as a passer. Combine that with the fact that there's an abundance of talented youngsters around him and he could quiet a lot of doubters this year. Speaking of youngsters... Step 2: The 2016 & '18 classes need to step up As much as the '16 draft is remembered for the Paxton Lynch debacle, every other member but Riley Dixon is in line to significantly contribute this coming season. At least 2 ⁄ 3 of them need to for Denver to contend. Will Parks and Connor McGovern look like they could be in line for big jumps with opportunities in front of them. Justin Simmons is at a bit of a crossroads, but could reach his Pro Bowl potential with better coaching and a system more befitting his talents. It shouldn't hurt that he should finally have a reliable running mate beside him. Even Devontae Booker and Andy Janovich have a chance to stand out in their roles. Adam Gotsis probably has the least pressure on him as he simply needs to continue doing what he's been doing. The 2nd round interior lineman has served as a poor man's Derek Wolfe since coming out of Georgia Tech. If every one of them makes a jump, it still may not be enough if Bradley Chubb and the 2018 class disappoint . Such is life when Elway trades away Demaryius Thomas in order to hand WR1 duties to Courtland Sutton. He and DaeSean Hamilton will play a significant role in how Flacco and the offense perform this year. Expect big things, as Sutton gives Flacco the most physically imposing receiver he's had since at least Anquan Boldin. On the ground, the Broncos run game will go as Royce Freeman and Phillip Lindsay do. It wouldn't be a huge surprise if the two split carries more evenly than they did as rookies. After all, Freeman is a natural fit for the outside zone running scheme Scangarello brought with him from San Francisco. Isaac Yiadom could also have a big influence on things. If he can settle in as a reliable outside corner in year 2, Fangio and Defensive Coordinator Ed Donatell will be able to take full advantage of Kareem Jackson 's versatility, which leads us to... Step 3: The Secondary Has to Gel MHR's Jeff Essary has given hints as to how the coverage scheme will change under the new regime, but the pieces have to fit. On paper, Chris Harris , Jackson , Bryce Callahan with the youngsters around them looks like the strongest secondary since the 2015 No-Fly Zone. If the system benefits them as expected, this unit could force opposing quarterbacks into a real conundrum: rush passes into a hungry pass defense or risk sacks to Chubb , Von Miller, and the defensive front. Which is probably the safest bet for early optimism this far out of the 2019 season. Patrick Mahomes and Derek Carr lead the NFL in adjusted interceptions a year ago, so chances are they'll cough up the football a bit more in 2019 . Combine that with an average line in front of Phillip Rivers and a rebuilt Orange Crush could shock the world this year. He lost to the Patriots in the playoffs...so he sort of is https://t.co/iKS9oCwV4J   ThatsGoodSports (@BrandonPerna) June 6, 2019 Your Broncos News 2019 Denver Broncos roster review: Tight end Austin Fort - Mile High Report Austin Fort could be a perfect candidate for the Denver Broncos practice squad. The Wyoming tight end has all of the athletic intangibles one would want from a pass catching tight end. Denver Broncos news: Emmanuel Sanders close to getting back to form - Mile High Report In an Instagram post, Emmanuel Sanders showed video of him beginning to run routes again. Fangio had high praise for Bradley Chubb: "He's tailor-made for us. I think he'll take the next step because he's a pro much like Phillip (Lindsay) already. He's a very smart football player, very coachable, very intense. I see nothing but bright days ahead for him." #9sports   Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) June 5, 2019 2019 Denver Broncos roster review: Linebacker Keishawn Bierria - Mile High Report How does the second year pro fit the new regime's scheme? 2019 Denver Broncos roster review: Cornerback Bryce Callahan - Mile High Report Bryce Callahan will keep the slot position a strength for the Denver Broncos moving forward. 2019 Denver Broncos roster review: Safety Su'a Cravens - Mile High Report Can Su'a Cravens make the transition this year from linebacker to safety? Phillip Lindsay told me we should expect to see him out there in space making plays this season. Added he doesn't understand why people think he can't catch. He expects to be used in the passing game this season.   James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) June 5, 2019 Podcast: Good vibes with the Denver Broncos - Mile High Report Players and coaches seem happy and it comes from having a plan, knowing what's expected of them and having fun. State of the Franchise: Big changes give Broncos reason to hope - NFL.com For 2019 to be a successful season, the Broncos MUST ... -- Have Joe Flacco start at least 15 games. Here's what this means. If the Broncos are going to have a winning season, it's going to come with Flacco at the helm. There is an outside chance Lock could come in and have some rookie magic, like Lamar Jackson last year with the Ravens . It's probably best, however, if Lock takes some time to learn from the veteran from the sidelines. You want Lock to be in a position like Patrick Mahomes was during his rookie season with the Chiefs . He sat behind Alex Smith in 2017, started in Week 17 and then came out like a house on fire the following year. If the Broncos can get through a whole season with their veteran starter, then they can shake his hand and let him go heading into 2020. Keeping Lock off the field also buys you another year of something to look forward to down the road. I would have taken Chubb over every member of this Edge class. He isn't going to wow all of the casual fans because he isn't the elite speed freak Von or even Brian Burns is. Instead he's a Kung fu master who should flourish under Fangio. https://t.co/tB3N9CIVJ3   Joe Rowles (@JoRo_NFL) June 5, 2019 Broncos' Vic Fangio bridges age gap with players -- compliments or not - Denver Broncos- ESPN "Fundamentals and structure, and are you making them better?" Fangio said. "Ultimately, that is the question players will have: Are you making them better? Are they part of a team that does what needs to be done to be successful? I just believe if you're not good at the fundamentals, your schemes, your plans, will be affected. You won't give yourselves a chance to be successful." NFL's top 5 pass-rushing tandems; Eagles wise to extend Wentz - NFL.com 1) Von Miller and Bradley Chubb , Denver Broncos: The thought of new head coach Vic Fangio creating pass-rush schemes for Miller and Chubb should lead to plenty of sleepless nights for offensive coordinators around the league. The wily defensive architect not only inherits a pair of pass rushers who have proven they can produce big numbers together (they combined for 26.5 sacks in 2018), but he gets to build his 3-4 defense with two elite edge rushers who have complementary games. Miller is the dynamic speed rusher with cat-like quickness and a dizzying array of rush moves that leave offensive tackles tied in knots. Chubb is a disruptive power rusher with heavy hands and a non-stop motor. He overwhelms blockers with his brute strength but also displays enough finesse to win consistently on the edges. NFL teams ranked by their franchise QBs: Cowboys, 49ers on top - NFL.com 5. Denver Broncos Who qualifies for the Broncos? -- Peyton Manning (2012-15): 57 starts | 45-12 | 3 Pro Bowls | 101.7 passer rating | 1 MVP | 1 SB ring -- Jake Plummer (2003-06): 54 starts | 39-15 | 1 Pro Bowl | 84.3 passer rating -- Brian Griese (1998-2002): 51 starts | 26-24 | 1 Pro Bowl | 84.1 passer rating -- John Elway (1983-1998): 231 starts | 148-82-1 | 9 Pro Bowls | 79.9 passer rating | 1 MVP | 2 SB rings -- Craig Morton (1977-1982): 64 starts | 41-23 | 0 Pro Bowls | 79.1 passer rating The Broncos won a ton of games (and three titles) behind Elway, Plummer and late-career Manning. In a lot of ways, the team that drafted Elway and the team that traded for him have evenly matched production at the position over their respective histories. But the Broncos still feel far away from adding another franchise passer to their list, while the Colts have theirs in place. And in a what-have-you-done-for-me-lately league, the Broncos haven't gotten much out of their QBs in several seasons. I love sacks and Chubbs are a ton of fun. What's even more exciting is how he generated more pressure than all but 19 players in the NFL as a rookie. https://t.co/5LFITFjr1O   Joe Rowles (@JoRo_NFL) June 5, 2019 Re-drafting The 2009 NFL Draft | The Draft Network 12.Denver Broncos - RB LeSean McCoy , Pitt 2009 Pick - RB Knowshon Moreno , Georgia Moreno had some nice peaks with Denver, but he didn't have near the career McCoy had. This swap is too easy. Studs & Duds: Predicting Division Winners For 2019 | The Draft Network AFC WEST DUD - DENVER BRONCOS Denver fans are fixing to be #BigMad with me by the end of this column but here's the thing: I don't expect Denver to be all that bad. I expect this division as a whole is going to be competitive and I could see Denver or Oakland bringing home the rear with 7 wins. Why did I pick Denver? Because Joe Flacco is not elite and while I'm excited at what the Broncos have brought in on offense ( Dalton Risner , Noah Fant , Drew Lock, Ja'Wuan James) this offseason, things are still spearheaded by Joe Flacco and I don't think he'll win you the games he needs to in order to go 10-6 instead of 7-9 NFL News Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes was insanely good in 2018 and also very lucky According to new data released by Football Outsiders, only Derek Carr had better interception luck than Patrick Mahomes in 2018. Kubiak: Garrett Bradbury to be Vikings' starting center - NFL.com In an effort to reconfigure an offensive line that struggled in 2018, the Minnesota Vikings drafted Garrett Bradbury with their first-round pick and now the rookie finds himself anchoring the line at the Center position. The Patriots' TE room is now: TE1: Ben Watson (38 years old) TE2: Matt LaCosse ( <300 career yards, 1 career TD) TE?: Stephen Anderson (didn't play in 2018) TE?: Ryan Izzo (2018 7th rounder, no NFL stats) TE?: Jakob Johnson (UDFA Rookie) TE?: Andrew Beck (UDFA Rookie) Yikes. https://t.co/zKjcUPYI0y   T. Kothe (@tkothe_nfl) June 4, 2019 What's next for Houston Texans after firing GM Brian Gaine? | SI.com On the surface, the Texans firing GM Brian Gaine seemed to be a huge surprise but a closer look reveals a few clues about Houston's intentions all along. Plus, updates from Norv Turner on Cam Newton (who's set to practice this week), additional details on the Jets making it official with Joe Douglas, why the Carson Wentz deal is a win-win from all angles and much more. Texans reportedly "hope" to interview Nick Caserio   ProFootballTalk The Texans may want to hire Patriots executive Nick Caserio to be the new G.M. in Houston, but Caserio has to want the job. And the job has to carry enough authority to allow the Texans to hire Caserio over any objection of his current employer. Running it back: Using NextGen data to show that ILBs continue to bite on play action - even after 10th and 11th fake. https://t.co/pBqlSuPRux   Josh Hermsmeyer (@friscojosh) June 6, 2019 Bengals cut offensive lineman Rod Taylor   ProFootballTalk The Bengals made a move to add offensive line depth earlier today, and made room for that move by releasing a guy who never played a snap. The Bengals announced the addition of veteran guard John Jerry , and that they were waiving guard Rod Taylor to create the roster spot. Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins reports to minicamp - NFL.com Safety Malcolm Jenkins wants a new contract. But he's not holding out over it. The Eagles safety reported for his team physical and will attend Eagles minicamp, Mike Garafolo reports. FMIA Guest: Nick Hardwick on Taking Proactive Approach to Brain Health   ProFootballTalk FMIA guest columnist Nick Hardwick on taking a proactive approach to his post-NFL brain health, plus more football thoughts. Tyreek Hill will not face criminal charges in child abuse case | SI.com Prosecutors are reportedly no longer actively working the criminal case. Rahim Moore knows it well. https://t.co/Wg8KDF1maY   Joe Rowles (@JoRo_NFL) June 5, 2019


Kyrie Irving sees himself as a New Yorker. He grew up in New Jersey   playing in high school at Saint Patrick in Elizabeth, NJ   when the Nets were there. For him, choosing the Nets as a free agent was about coming home to the team he followed as a kid. He explained that in a video he did for Roc Nation (his agency). "In my heart I knew I always wanted to play at home …" Kyrie Irving shares what it will mean to play at home for the Nets. (via @RocNationSports ) pic.twitter.com/y0TAgHdqSD   NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) July 1, 2019 Family. pic.twitter.com/19wis4dQdM   Roc Nation Sports (@RocNationSports) July 1, 2019 Part of that family is Kevin Durant , Irving's good friend (he texted him every day after the injury, when others faded away, Durant's other close friend Jay Williams said on ESPN this morning) who is joining him in Brooklyn (on the court eventually, Durant has to recover from a torn Achilles first). With Durant, the Nets would be contenders this year. However, without him, this first year is going to be more of a wild card situation in Brooklyn. The Nets should be good, but based on Irving's leadership in Boston a year ago, nobody is sure what will happen with this young team.


The United Kingdom has signed an extradition request for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who faces charges in the US under the Espionage Act. UK Home Secretary Sajid Javid said he signed the papers on Wednesday, a day after the US Justice Department formally asked Britain to extradite the 47-year-old Australian. "First of all I am very pleased the police were able to apprehend him and now he is rightly behind bars because he broke UK law," Javid told BBC Radio 4 on Thursday. "There is an extradition request from the US that is before the courts tomorrow but yesterday I signed the extradition order and certified it and that will be going in front of the courts tomorrow," he added. The US will detail all charges against Assange on Friday, when it seeks his extradition in a London court. US prosecutors initially charged Assange with a single count of computer intrusion, but last month added 17 new counts, including controversial charges under the Espionage Act for encouraging, receiving and publishing national defense information in concert with former Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning. Related video: Free press advocates alarmed by new Assange charges Such a charge under the Espionage Act has never been successfully prosecuted, according to CNN legal analyst Steve Vladeck. Assange's initial indictment sparked a debate over the First Amendment and whether his alleged role in procuring secret US material constituted protected journalistic activity. Assange lived inside the Ecuadorian embassy in London for seven years until April when the country revoked his protection and he was arrested.


During our deep dive into the C8's development at GM's Milford Proving Grounds, we learned a lot of nitty-gritty details about how we arrived at the mid-engine Corvette and what it took to get there. So prepare to geek out, ye devotees of the plastic fantastic from Bowling Green, as we enlighten you with 20 facts you (probably) didn't know about the 2020 Corvette. 1. The story of this car begins with the 2009 C6 ZR1. "Back to the C6, we were realizing that we were reaching the limits of what we could do with a front-engine architecture," says Corvette Executive Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter. "Just like in the 60s, the elite race cars all started putting engines in the back. Likewise, we realized that we couldn't keep making great leaps forward in performance because we couldn't get enough weight on the back. When we were doing the C6 ZR1, which had 638 horsepower to the Z06's 505, it wasn't until very late in the program that we were sure we'd have a quicker 0-60 time. You've got 133 extra horsepower along with a supercharger adding more weight on the nose, making it harder to get that horsepower to the ground. On the eve of production Michelin came out with tires that were stickier and we were able to get a lower 0-60 time. I don't remember the exact numbers, I just remember panicking." 2. The cars with magnetic ride control have a tighter turning circle because they use the wheel position sensors to enable a variable steering angle stop they know whether a tire is up on a curb and thus crammed under the fender. If they see everything's flat, the turning circle gets half a meter tighter. 3. GM got zero bids from suppliers to produce the C8's six high-pressure diecast aluminum structural parts. Those parts are too exotic and will be required in too much volume for anybody to handle. So they learned to produce them themselves. 4. Blackjack, the first engineering development vehicle, used a Porsche PDK transmission. Close enough! 5. Blackjack's wing is upside down. The Holden front end had so much lift that they needed to even things out just to get the pitch right for suspension and structural testing. So they added lift at the back. 6. They had to ditch the transverse composite springs, long a Corvette staple, because the C8 is so low there wasn't enough room for them to flex. They also had to go to a smaller-diameter flywheel and make even the standard engine dry-sump. That's low. 7. The C8 has stiffer spring rates than the C7 but still provides a comfortable ride because the seats are at the car's center of gravity. You're not sitting out over the back axle on a teeter-totter, a la C7. 8. Once they were actually driving test mules, drivers ran with the windows down so they could listen for helicopters. Spotters also radioed chopper sightings, in which case drivers would race back to a secret garage known as The Layer. A car cover was always stashed between the seats. And of course, there was lots of camo. 9. C7 carryover parts? The interior door latches. 10. It won't smell like a Corvette. (As much.) In a C7, there's a giant tub made of sheet molding compound behind you. The new car has an aluminum panel behind the cockpit. But you'll still get that familiar boat-factory whiff when you open the rear hatch. 11. The most exotic component in the car, the carbon extruded rear bumper beam, is also the furthest back. Because they wanted rearward weight distribution, but not too far rearward. Lift-throttle oversteer was much on everyone's minds. 12. They originally planned to keep building the front-engine Vette, too. But then they realized that this one is so much better that nobody would buy anything else. So the mid-engine Vette turned into the Corvette, period. 13. The hardest part to develop? The transmission. "It paced the program," says Juechter. "Designing this transmission took as long as designing the rest of the car." 14. The C7 ZR1 was (and will always be) the absolute limit for the front-engine Corvette. "The ZR1 is where we got to the point where we never said, 'Yeah, another 100 horsepower would be OK,'" says Corvette Vehicle Performance Manager Alex MacDonald. And the only reason they were able to entertain that thought about the C7 Z06 is because tires kept getting better. 15. Blackjack has one wiper. And headlights, tail lights, turn signals, a horn and a functional defroster. Because even a secret test track has rules on what's street-legal. 16. You don't need to stare at the C8's pushbutton shifter to use it. Says Juechter, "We wanted pushbutton that can be done totally by brail. Reverse is convex, drive is concave. And it's all machined aluminum. It feels like a parachute ripcord when you pull it." 17. The rear window behind the seats is nine millimeters thick, because the engine accessory drives are now right behind your head and they don't want that noise encroaching on the cabin. So the good sounds come around the sides intake and exhaust. 18. The tach shows a low redline for the first 500 miles, until the engine is broken in. You can spin it higher, but it'll show the lower redline. After 500 miles, the variable redline is based on coolant temperature. Get warmed up and let'er rip. 19. Despite the focus on cyber security in the new electrical architecture, yeah, you'll be able to mod it. 20. Pull the paddle and it'll shift. The paddles are wired directly to the transmission (a la McLaren Senna), for maximum responsiveness. There's no digital second-guessing. Ask for a downshift while applying full throttle and you're going to get it. Then it's up to physics and the chassis controls to sort out what happens next.


Dustin Johnson shot 4-under 67 to take a one-shot lead into the weekend at the Northern Trust. Johnson leads the first FedEx Cup Playoffs event at 12 under overall, one shot clear of Jordan Spieth to create a star-studded final pairing for Saturday's third round. Spieth is looking for his first win in more than two years and began the week at No. 69 in the points standings. Now he's projected to finish ninth, safely inside the bubble for next week's BMW Championship and on pace to make the Tour Championship at East Lake after failing to qualify for the season-finale a year ago. THE NORTHERN TRUST : Scores | Podcast | Photos Patrick Reed, Jon Rahm, Abraham Ancer and Troy Merritt are T-3 at 10 under. Here are the Round 3 tee times and TV info for The Northern Trust. The Northern Trust Tee Times - Round 3 1st tee Saturday Tee time Players 7 a.m. Carlos Ortiz 7:05 a.m. Talor Gooch, Branden Grace 7:15 a.m. J.B. Holmes, Collin Morikawa 7:25 a.m. Scott Piercy, Si Woo Kim 7:35 a.m. Charley Hoffman, Cameron Champ 7:45 a.m. Aaron Wise, Joaquin Niemann 7:55 a.m. Mackenzie Hughes, Martin Laird 8:05 a.m. Francesco Molinari, Gary Woodland 8:15 a.m. Rory Sabbatini, Tommy Fleetwood 8:25 a.m. Cameron Smith, Kevin Tway 8:35 a.m. Nick Watney, Jhonattan Vegas 8:45 a.m. Ryan Moore, Chez Reavie 8:55 a.m. Keith Mitchell, Kiradech Aphibarnrat 9:05 a.m. Scott Brown, Matthew Wolff 9:15 a.m. Kyle Stanley, Luke List 9:25 a.m. Lucas Glover, Brooks Koepka 9:35 a.m. Brian Harman, Billy Horschel 9:45 a.m. Sebastian Munoz, Adam Schenk 9:55 a.m. Byeong Hun An, Keegan Bradley 10:05 a.m. Russell Henley, Danny Lee 10:15 a.m. Phil Mickelson, Webb Simpson 10:25 a.m. Tony Finau, Brandt Snedeker 10:35 a.m. Matt Jones, Adam Hadwin 10:45 a.m. Bud Cauley, Ryan Armour 10:55 a.m. Jason Kokrak, Roger Sloan 11:05 a.m. Tyrrell Hatton, Jim Furyk 11:15 a.m. Adam Scott, Chesson Hadley 11:25 a.m. Max Homa, J.T. Poston 11:35 a.m. Patrick Cantlay, Vaughn Taylor 11:45 a.m. Corey Conners, Ryan Palmer 11:55 a.m. Kevin Na, Danny Willett 12:05 p.m. Hideki Matsuyama, Shane Lowry 12:15 p.m. Dylan Frittelli, Bryson DeChambeau 12:25 p.m. Andrew Landry, Joel Dahmen 12:35 p.m. Justin Thomas, Sungjae Im 12:45 p.m. Brian Stuard, C.T. Pan 12:55 p.m. Kevin Kisner, Harold Varner III 1:05 p.m. Wyndham Clark, Ian Poulter 1:15 p.m. Louis Oosthuizen, Rory McIlroy 1:25 p.m. Andrew Putnam, Justin Rose 1:35 p.m. Patrick Reed, Jon Rahm 1:45 p.m. Abraham Ancer, Troy Merritt 1:55 p.m. Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth The Northern Trust TV, online info Saturday Golf Channel : 1-2:45 p.m. CBS : 3-6 p.m. PGA Tour Live : 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. PGA Tour Radio : 1-6 p.m. (XM 93/Sirius 208) Sunday Golf Channel : 12-1:45 p.m. CBS : 2-6 p.m. PGA Tour Live : 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. PGA Tour Radio : 1-6 p.m. (XM 93/Sirius 208) https://compass.pressekompass.net/compasses/golfweek/the-pga-tour-season-ends-aug-25%2033 MORE: National Football League, Buccaneers vs Steelers Live Stream, How to Watch Online, TV Channel, Start Time D'Angelo Russell Q&A: Warriors' new backcourt is 'like a video game' Preseason Week 1: How to watch, listen, and stream Saints vs. Vikings Assessing Rashan Gary's preseason debut for Packers Earl Watson explains the 'perfect marriage' of Westbrook, Harden


There's always plenty to do in Phoenix, but finding fun on the cheap can be another story. If you're on the hunt for events and activities that don't require much cash on hand, we've got four solid options to enjoy for $10 or less, from a reading series to an indie or hip hop concert. 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. Bar Flies Reading Series August Theme 'Child's Play' From the event description: Bar Flies is a monthly reading series featuring true stories told live on stage. Each show features a different theme, curated with new performers and a DJ to bring it to life. This month's theme is Child's Play. When: Wednesday, Aug. 7, 7-10 p.m. Where: Valley Bar, 130 N. Central Ave. Admission: $10 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Lydia Lunch Presents 'So Real it Hurts' From the event description: Lydia Lunch is passionate, confrontational and bold. Whether attacking the patriarchy and their pornographic war mongering, turning the sexual into political or whispering a love song to the broken-hearted, her fierce energy and paid fire delivery lend testament to her warrior nature. She has published dozens of articles, half a dozen books, translated into nine languages, appeared in numerous documentaries, conducted workshops and taught at universities, including The San Francisco Art Institute. When: Thursday, Aug. 8, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Where: Valley Bar, 130 N. Central Ave. Admission: $10 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets God Over Money Tour 2019 From the event description: Come enjoy a glorious night of raw truth in the form of Hip-Hop with artists Bizzle, Datin, Jered Sanders, and Selah The Corner. When: Friday, Aug. 9, 8-11 p.m. Where: Prophecy Christian Ministries, 9 W. Watkins Road Admission: $10-$30 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Banana Gun and Decker to Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary From the event description: To celebrate their 10 year anniversaries, Banana Gun and decker. are heading out on a tour, which will make a stop on Friday at the Crescent Ballroom, where both bands will be releasing new records. They will joined by Wyves and Ali A and the Agency. When: Friday, Aug. 9, 8-11 p.m. Where: Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Ave. Admission: $10 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets This story was created automatically using local event data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Even after the Phoenix Suns traded fellow forward T.J. Warren prior to the 2019 NBA Draft, we knew that youngster Josh Jackson was on the trade block. We also knew that Kyle Korver's stay with the Memphis Grizzlies would be short-lived after he was acquired in the Mike Conley trade . So it's not a surprise that the two were moved. Instead, we are surprised that the Grizzlies were able to acquire Jackson, DeAnthony Melton and multiple draft picks from Phoenix for Korver and Jevon Carter. The Grizzlies are trading Kyle Korver and Jevon Carter to the Suns for DeAnthony Melton, Josh Jackson 2020 second-round pick and 2021 conditional second-round pick, league sources tell ESPN.   Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 3, 2019 This seems to be a pretty lopsided trade in the grand scheme of things. Still only 22 years old, Jackson has untapped potential. The former No. 4 overall pick averaged 12.3 points and 4.5 rebounds in two seasons with Phoenix. Meanwhile, Melton was a second-round pick of the Houston Rockets last year before being dealt to Phoenix. He averaged 5.0 points in limited action. The Suns will also work on a buyout for Korver, who has been linked to his former teammate LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, among others. Suns are planning to buyout the partially guaranteed contract of Kyle Korver, league sources tell ESPN. Lakers, Sixers and Bucks are frontrunners to sign Korver once he clears waivers, sources said.   Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 3, 2019 A second-round pick of the Grizzlies last year, Carter averaged just 4.4 points on 30 percent shooting from the field. Related slideshow: NBA offseason moves (Provided by imagn)


At least six people were killed and 190 others were injured after a ferocious tornado tore through the city of Kaiyuan, north-east China's Liaoning province on Wednesday, officials said. Dramatic footage shows the tornado shattering windows, tearing roofs off of buildings, uprooting trees, and flipping over cars. Horrifying! 6 people got killed after tornado hit Kaiyuan, NE China's Liaoning pic.twitter.com/zvh8jHcXlo   People's Daily, China (@PDChina) July 3, 2019 The twister tore through the city around 5.45 p.m. local time and lasted for approximately 15 minutes, according to authorities and the Daily Mail . "It [Kaiyuan] is flat area at the latitude of our Tornado Alley," AccuWeather Meteorologist Jim Andrews said. While tornadoes in this area aren't rare, Andrews said they aren't common either. "Northeast China can and does get occasional major tornadoes, although my understanding is that it falls far short of the twister density of our tornado belt," Andrews said. Several conditions are required to be just right for the development of a tornado, and according to Andrews, conditions were optimal. "From what I can tell, the weather map Wednesday showed a stalled front nearby with temperature in the mid 80s F, dewpoints in the 60s F; all in all, favorable for thunderstorms," Andrews said. #UPDATE : Six dead, over 190 others injured after a strong tornado struck a city in NE China's Liaoning province at around 5:15 p.m. local time. About 210 people have been rescued from damaged buildings, local authorities said Wednesday pic.twitter.com/3CXYcYQcuF   People's Daily, China (@PDChina) July 4, 2019


It's always fun to get excited about rookies. And for the Chicago Bears, that excitement is squarely focused on third-round pick David Montgomery. Let's face it, Montgomery plays a high-profile position and will receive a ton of love in fantasy football circles this summer. As a result, he'll be the odds-on favorite among fans to be Chicago's lead back. And maybe he will be; in fact, he should be. But don't forget about veteran Mike Davis, who the Bears signed in free agency to a two-year, $6 million deal. No, that isn't a bank-busting contract, but it is $3 million a season. Remember: that's more money than Chicago would've paid Jordan Howard in 2019. Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy thought the investment was better made in Davis. According to running backs coach Charles London, Davis will have a big role this year. "He's physical. He's got very good hands. He's smart. He's good in pass protection. He's an all-around versatile back," London said via The Athletic , "so he's going to be a tremendous asset here, for sure." Chicago will begin the season with a legitimate running back by committee. They have to. There's almost no way any of the three primary backs - Montgomery, Davis and Tarik Cohen - will do enough in training camp or the preseason to separate from the pack. If anything, it will be Cohen who logs the majority of reps early in the year because of his familiarity with the system. But as the calendar flips to midseason and beyond, the Bears are likely to lean on the bigger and more powerful guys (Davis, Montgomery). "(Davis) runs with a purpose," London said. "That's what it is. He can be hard to bring down. He does have very good contact balance. He's got a low center of gravity (and) good lower-body strength. He does kind of bounce off guys at times. He'll be a hard out, as we call it, as far as being a hard out to tackle. Mike does quite a bit of that." Don't be surprised if Davis and Montgomery work off of a near 50-50 split for a majority of the season with an injury being the only thing that really tilts the carry share to one over the other. And let's hope that doesn't happen. View embedded content MORE: Did Nike accidentally reveal that Kevin Durant is staying with the Warriors? Why James Holzhauer's small Final Jeopardy! bet made total sense Should Bills fans worry about Roger Goodell's comments? Roundup: iTunes Done; Chipotle Prices; North Carolina Shark Attack; Billionaire Jay-Z Joe Thomas defends Odell Beckham Jr. vs. the negative media


A new appearance package for the Lexus LX570 simulates an F Sport version, without any F Sport hardware. The 2020 LX570's price is flat for the three-row version and several thousand less for the two-row version compared with 2019 models. The Sport package, which only comes on the three-row LX, is priced at $100,595 and makes its debut in September. Thinking about how other people spend their money is why a show like House Hunters will find an audience for years to come. It's also why you're reading about an SUV that has a small but affluent following. After debuting for the 2008 model year , the LX570 now has a Sport package not an F Sport package, but something that resembles one for 2020. It will cost $100,595 and makes its debut this September. Research the Lexus LX | Find a Lexus LX near you Instead of the chrome-slatted grille, there's a meshed, blacked-out cheese-grater shnoz similar to the F Sport treatments on the RX . A chin spoiler grafted onto the lower bumper adds fake intakes and wedged contours, while the rear valance gets another add-on treatment that can't be seen in these two photos. New chrome and extra gloss-black trimmings for the side mirrors, along with standard 21-inch rims, separate the LX570 Sport from a non-Sport. Inside, similar to what Infiniti offers on the QX80 Limited , the Sport introduces white leather with a black headliner, which can't be ordered on other LX570 trims. The Luxury package is mandatory and includes heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, four-zone climate control, puddle lamps, a heated wood steering wheel, a head-up display, wireless charging, and a 19-speaker Mark Levinson stereo. The 5.7-liter V-8 churns out the same 383 horsepower and 403 lb-ft through permanent four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Sport package is only available in the three-row configuration. Otherwise, the 2020 LX570 is unchanged save for minor price adjustments. The two-row is $2970 less than the 2019 model, at $84,575, while the three-row is $150 more at $92,675. Those are starting prices, but the LX570 comes almost loaded with only a handful of options. Each year, only a few thousand people buy a new LX570. Through June, Lexus delivered 2309. The QX80, Cadillac Escalade, and Range Rover each sell several times over that figure. But we know a man who knew a man who not long ago bought two, one each for himself and his wife. Certainly, the LX570 is not as opulent or modern as a Range Rover. But there's an example of how a few luxury SUV owners spend their money. Research the Lexus LX | Find a Lexus LX near you


The Raiders recently learned that guard Richie Incognito will be suspended for the first two games of the 2019 season. Incognito is slated to compete for the left guard job in Oakland and Monday saw the team add a veteran who could find himself in the mix for that spot before, after and during Incognito's suspension. The Raiders announced the signing of Jonathan Cooper on Monday afternoon. Wide receiver Montay Crockett was waived in a corresponding move. Cooper was a Cardinals first-round pick in 2013 and missed his rookie year with a broken leg. He returned to start 11 games over the next two seasons and was traded to the Patriots as part of the Chandler Jones deal in 2016. Cooper never played a game with the Patriots and has spent time with Cleveland, Dallas, San Francisco and Washington since leaving New England. Denzelle Good was on hand as Incognito's competition at left guard and Cooper will presumably join them once training camp opens later this month.


The bad blood that reportedly developed between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs over free agent Marcus Morris spurning San Antonio for the Big Apple stems all the way back to the Kristaps Porzingis trade, according to Ian Begley of SNY. On Friday, The Athletic's Frank Isola reported that the Spurs were "pissed" that Morris reneged on a handshake agreement with San Antonio to instead take a one-year, $15 million deal in New York. According to Begley, the Knicks have some beef with the Spurs as well. They believed that San Antonio "crossed lines of accepted behavior" before Porzingis was dealt to the Mavericks in February. There are no specifics on what the Spurs may have done, but the Knicks apparently felt that they "operated outside of accepted NBA norms." One could speculate that the Spurs may have had interest in dealing for Porzingis too. But the Knicks instead sent their franchise player to the Spurs' in-state neighbors. There is still a lot more we don't know about this alleged riff. Morris has certainly had himself an eventful offseason. He reportedly also turned down a three-year deal worth $41 million from the Los Angeles Clippers and fired agent Rich Paul. Begley reported that Morris made the sudden switch on his own and Paul preferred that he remain in San Antonio. In any case, the decisions are now final: Morris is in New York, Porzingis is in Dallas and both San Antonio and New York are apparently mad. More from Yahoo Sports: Leake, Mariners brush with perfection vs. Angels Why contract extension for Chiefs' Hill still in play Harden is latest Team USA FIBA World Cup withdrawal Tiger, Phil miss cut at same major for first time


The Texas Rangers' offense may be taking a hit over the next few weeks. Outfielder Joey Gallo is set to undergo surgery for a broken hamate bone, according to The Athletic's Levi Weaver. Weaver believes the timetable is 3-6 weeks for a recovery. Recovery time on this varies. Usually 3-6 weeks, but occasionally takes awhile to get the swing exactly right afterward. For an best-case scenario, I present exhibit A: Matt Olson, who had the surgery in March, and still has 21 HR this year.   Levi Weaver (@ThreeTwoEephus) July 25, 2019 Gallo was removed from Tuesday's game and did not play on Wednesday due to the injury. The 25-year-old is batting .253 with 15 doubles and 22 home runs. He's always had tremendous power, but this is the first year he's had a respectable batting average, as well as more walks than usual. As a result, his OPS is .987 for the season, and he made the All-Star team. Texas may call up Willie Calhoun in Gallo's absence.


President Trump's campaign manager Brad Parscale is predicting Mr. Trump will win even more electoral votes than in 2016   "an electoral landslide"   dismissing independent polling that shows the president trailing top Democrats. Parscale made the comments in an interview with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, hours ahead of Mr. Trump's reelection launch rally in Orlando . "I think we win Florida, yeah," Parscale told Garrett. "I think we win in an electoral landslide as of today." Asked to define an electoral landslide, Parscale responded, "I think even more electoral points than he did last time." Mr. Trump won 306 electoral votes in 2016 (though two faithless electors declined to cast their votes for him, leaving him with 304 officially). A candidate needs 270 electoral votes to win the presidential election. Mr. Trump has declared reported internal polls that show him trailing former Vice President Joe Biden in key states, Florida included , non-existent, or inaccurate. Parscale declined to comment on the polling controversy   including the firing of pollsters amid leaks of internal polling details to the media   but cast doubt on all polling on the 2020 campaign. Parscale insists current methodology is unable to accurately capture the sentiment and likely voting habits of the American populace. "I just think the country is too complex now to call a couple hundred people and ask them what they think," Parscale said. "There are so many ways and different people who show up and vote now. The way turnout works now. The abilities we have now to turn out voters. The polling can't understand that. And that's why the polling was so wrong in 2016. It was 100% wrong. Nobody got it right   not one public poll. The reason why   it's not 1962 anymore." Parscale's sentiment about polls echoes his boss, who often expresses similar doubts, particularly when the polls cast him in a negative light. As Mr. Trump often says, few predicted his victory in 2016. "The Fake News has never been more dishonest than it is today. Thank goodness we can fight back on Social Media," Mr. Trump tweeted last week . "Their new weapon of choice is Fake Polling, sometimes referred to as Suppression Polls (they suppress the numbers). Had it in 2016, but this is worse ..." Mr. Trump has come under fire in recent days for his openness towards accepting foreign aid in the next election. Parscale said Mr. Trump would "listen, go to the FBI if he wanted to." "Look, I would never talk about policies that we have, I just don't talk about that but the president has stated how he would do it," Parscale told Garrett. "He would listen, go to the FBI if he wanted to and the things he will do, I would never talk about internal policy." But, speaking of intervention by a foreign government, Parscale said the conclusion of the investigation into Russian interference ended up benefiting the president. "I actually think the ending has been a good thing and him being fully exonerated," the campaign manager said. "And all this lies about Russian collusion and all this crap that said that we cheated and these things and they want to act like all this stuff that never happened now." Mr. Trump's reelection rally in Orlando is expected to draw tens of thousands of supporters, with some lining up as early as Monday morning to secure a good spot. The rally kicks off at 8 p.m. Look for more of Garrett's interview with Parscale on " CBS This Morning ," airing 7 a.m. Wednesday.


Following the release of D'Onta Foreman, the Houston Texans backup running back spot is "wide open," as coach Bill O'Brien said on July 29. Several names figure to be in the mix to win the position, including former Michigan Wolverine Karan Higdon. Higdon went undrafted in the 2019 NFL Draft, but he boasts an impressive resume. In the span of two seasons, the running back tallied 2,172 yards and 21 touchdowns. He also ran a 4.49 second 40-yard-dash at the NFL combine. After being passed over 254 times, Higdon signed with the Texans. But, according to O'Brien, "he had an injury when he got" to Houston. Higdon suffered a sports hernia during spring practices. He previously missed Michigan's bowl game and pro-day due to an undisclosed injury. Fortunately, he's healthy in training camp. "He rehabbed hard during the offseason and into the summer and he's come back in shape," said O'Brien during media availability after the Green Bay joint training camp on Tuesday. The 5-9 power back has shown glimpses of promise during his short time with the Texans. "I think he's getting better. It's hard, young backs making the jump from college football," said O'Brien. "He's doing pretty good." With Foreman gone, Higdon has a shot at making the Texans roster and seeing meaningful snaps in the regular season. But, he'll have to compete with Josh Ferguson, Taiwan Jones, Damarea Crockett, and Buddy Howell in the preseason; a potentially defining series of games for the young back. Though O'Brien likes what he sees in Higdon during training camp, he's leaving the back's future to the preseason. "We'll see how he performs in the games and how he continues to get better," said the head coach. Luckily, Higdon and Texans fans won't have to wait long to see how he performs. The Texans will face the Packers on Thursday, Aug. 8 for their first preseason bout of the year. Higdon is expected to get significant snaps. MORE: ESPN's Molly Qerim walked off set after Max Kellerman said Kobe's on his 'all-NBA worst team' Raiders Hard Knocks: Winners and Losers from Episode 1 Why Packers QB Aaron Rodgers isn't a fan of joint practices Eagles' release unofficial depth chart for preseason opener vs. Titans Kirk Minihane and Dave Portnoy Might Already Have Irreconcilable Differences


Tottenham Hotspur have handed out 'indefinite bans' to three season ticket holders found to have sold their tickets for the Champions League final against Liverpool on the secondary market. In a strongly worded statement released on their official website , Spurs explained: "The club has this week issued indefinite bans to three Season Ticket Holders who have listed their UEFA Champions League Final tickets for sale on a secondary ticketing platform. The Club has this week issued indefinite bans to three Season Ticket Holders who have listed their @ChampionsLeague Final tickets for sale on a secondary ticketing platform. We shall look to take the strongest possible action against anyone found to be engaging in such activity.   Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 21, 2019 "Once again, we wish to remind all our supporters that any ticket purchased is for the sole use of the individual that purchases it from the club. Transferring or selling tickets on unofficially breaches our terms and conditions and is against the law. "We shall look to take the strongest possible action against anyone found to be engaging in such activity - including indefinite Season Ticket bans." The club then explained that any tickets purchased off these sites would be made redundant: "Additionally - if we are made aware of tickets being sold on by supporters after collection we will cancel the original match tickets with UEFA and the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, meaning these tickets will no longer be valid for entry to the stadium. "Please do not ruin one of the biggest occasions in the club's history by selling on your ticket and profiteering from fellow Spurs fans. They ended their statement by reiterating their advice that no one should buy tickets from unofficial avenues, declaring: "As always, we also strongly advise fans against purchasing tickets from unofficial sources. These tickets could be invalid or counterfeit. "Visit Ask Spurs for full information on unofficial sellers and unauthorised tickets, including a list of websites that should not be used to purchase tickets."


Editor's note: The opinions in this article are the author's, as published by our content partner, and do not necessarily represent the views of MSN or Microsoft. Tuesday afternoon, before the first round of the Democratic debate in Detroit, a friend sent me a link to an article in the Atlantic : The headline is "Ronald Reagan's Long-Hidden Racist Conversation With Richard Nixon." As I clicked on the link, my mind was already heading in the direction of: Something was taken out of context. Or: His words were careless, not harmful. I was preparing my defense ahead, composing a reasonable explanation for whatever I was about to encounter. But I wasn't prepared for the tape of my father using the word "monkeys" to describe black African delegates to the United Nations who had voted in a way that angered him. Nor could I wrap my head around his comment about them not being comfortable wearing shoes. I don't know if it was masochism or shock, but I listened to the tape twice before allowing myself to cry. I wanted the story to go away, to get buried in the news of the debate. I wanted to immediately go back in time to before I heard my father's voice saying those words. Subscribe to the Post Most newsletter: Today's most popular stories on The Washington Post There is no defense, no rationalization, no suitable explanation for what my father said on that taped phone conversation. If I had read his words as a quotation, and not heard them, I'd have said they were fabricated. That he would never say such things. Because I never heard anything like that from him. In fact, when I was growing up, bigotry and racism were addressed in my family by making it clear that these were toxic and sinister beliefs that should always be called out and shunned. I can't tell you about the man who was on the phone with Richard Nixon that day in 1971. He's not a man I knew. All I can do is tell you about my father. That man held a small girl in his lap and answered her question about why people come in different colors. "God made all his creations in different colors," he said. "It would be pretty boring if we all looked the same." I can tell you about my father's father, who wouldn't let his two sons see "The Birth of a Nation" because it glorified the Ku Klux Klan, and how both Jack and Nelle Reagan drilled into their sons that racism in any form would not be tolerated. I can tell you about a night when my father was in college, on the football team, and the team came to his hometown for a game. They arrived at the local hotel and were told that the black players couldn't stay there. My father said, "Then I'm not staying here," and he took them to his parents' house. When he was governor of California, he was given a membership to a ritzy country club in Los Angeles. He turned it down because the club didn't allow Jews or African Americans. I can tell you all these things, and more, but it doesn't remove the knife cut of the words I heard him say on that tape. That wound will stay with me forever. But I believe, if my father had, years after the fact, heard that tape, he would have asked for forgiveness. He would have said, "I deeply regret what I said   that's not who I am." He would have sought to make amends for the pain his words caused. My father has been accused of racism before, in policy decisions and chosen phrases such as "states' rights." Each of those can be analyzed in different ways. I grew up listening to him talk about how the federal government should back off and let states decide how to govern themselves. He meant the phrase literally; he was not without his blind spots when it came to other meanings attached to the phrase, and so he stubbornly clung to it. But the words he used in his conversation with Nixon cannot be interpreted as anything but ugliness. That's what makes this so painful. Legacies are complicated, though, and for people to be judged fairly, the landscape of a lifetime has to be looked at. The best I can do   the only thing I can do   is find forgiveness in my heart for a conversation that stands in stark contrast to how he lived and how he taught his children to live. Forgiveness is always hard   it's a wrestling match deep in the soul. And it's even harder when the world is watching and judging. In reaching for forgiveness in myself, my hope is that others will forgive my father for words that should never have been uttered in any conversation. Words that, for those of us who knew Ronald Reagan, will always be an aberration. Read more: Patti Davis: My father, Ronald Reagan, was shot 38 years ago. Out of the horror came lessons. Patti Davis: People keep trying to steal my father's identity. It will never work. Patti Davis: Dear Republicans: Stop using my father, Ronald Reagan, to justify your silence on Trump


Adventure awaits with this well-preserved '70s gem. If you're looking for a classic wagon that can conquer the road less traveled, this original 1975 International Harvester Travelall 150 may be right up your alley. A perfect fit for any camping adventure, this bad boy can fit the whole family along with all the supplies necessary for a weekend in the woods. This wagon was designed for high ground clearance, so taking it off the beaten path shouldn't be an issue. Classic Auto Mall is offering the perfect opportunity to call it your very own, so now is your chance to snag this vintage beauty while you still can. While this wagon is well-preserved and all-original, this Travelall 150 was stripped down to the bare metal, freed of cancerous rust, and repainted in its original factory color of gold, although it appears to be more of a greenish-gold that screams pure '70s. For a '75, this Suburban-esque wagon has been kept in fantastic shape with only some of the trim showing slight corrosion. Conveniences on this wagon include a shiny roof rack, tow package, tinted glass, and functional electric rear window. With winter right around the corner, this Travelall is already prepared with a set of snow tires that come with the standard IH wheel covers. The heart of the beast is powered by a 392cui V8 topped with a Thermoquad 4-barrel carburetor and backed by an A727 3-speed automatic Torqueflite transmission with its own cooler. A Dana rear houses 3.73 gears, and the undercarriage has a few spotty areas of surface rust but is made of rustproofed covered steel. Open the doors to an all-original and mostly flawless interior with just a few marks only visible to the examining eye. Two bucket seats sit up front, and a spacious bench occupies the rear. The original carpet appears unfaded and is clean despite its age. The factory radio/clock still works perfectly, air conditioning still blows cold, and the dashboard has working and lighted instruments. For those wanting to put the tow package to use, the factory-installed trailer brake will come in handy. The 1975 Travelall model year was the very last after starting production in 1953. Now is your chance to own a piece of history and have some fun with the family at the same time, check it out here to make an offer. Related Articles: 1987 Jeep Wagoneer: The Finest Classic Luxury SUV for $43k? This 1971 Bronco Makes You Long For The Early Years Of The SUV


DEVELOPING: Ex-Seahawks draft top pick Malik McDowell charged in scuffle with cops, truck theft https://t.co/4WWYUZdr0r - Gary Miles (@GaryMiles_DN) June 26, 2019 Former Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman, Malik McDowell, has found himself in trouble with the law once again. McDowell is now facing multiple new charges stemming from two incidents which occurred earlier this year, according to the Detroit Free News . McDowell was first pulled over in February by the Lathrup Village Police on suspicion of driving under the influence. During the stop, McDowell is also alleged to have had an altercation with the two arresting officers. Just two months later, McDowell was charged with receiving and concealing stolen property, which consisted of a $74,000 Ford F-150 Raptor pickup truck he told police he had bought off the street. McDowell is now scheduled to appear in the Oakland County Circuit Court on both charges. These most recent criminal events aren't McDowell's first brushes with the law - he was first arrested for disorderly conduct in Atlanta in 2017 . In addition, the Seahawks are current suing McDowell in federal court for repayment of part of his signing bonus . MORE: 8 players the Lakers can get for a minimum deal if they sign a third superstar NBA trade rumor rankings: The latest on Bradley Beal Kemba Walker Reportedly Set To Join Boston Celtics Past Packers draft picks entering training camp on the roster bubble Jared Veldheer explains abrupt retirement after signing with Pats


The Raiders currently have one of the youngest and most talented secondaries in the NFL. There is a chance the team could be starting as many as three first-rounders in their secondary during Week 1 of the regular season. But despite their youth and draft pedigree, not everyone is convinced the unit is ready to compete against the best offenses in the NFL. In a recent piece by Pro Football Focus , the Raiders' secondary was ranked 27th out of 32 by the site. Take a look at the site's thoughts on the unit entering the 2019 season: The Raiders now have a number of former first-rounders in their secondary, but the one Raiders fans have to be keeping their fingers crossed for is Gareon Conley. He had a very up-and-down second season, but he finished with some impressive stats. He allowed a completion percentage against of 54.0 and a passer rating of 72.8. The Raiders' secondary will likely hinge on those three former first-round picks; Gareon Conley, Karl Joseph, and Johnathan Abram. If all three can make big leaps in their play this season, it wouldn't be that shocking to see them climb up this list dramatically by this time next year. They clearly have talent, they just need to prove it on the field. MORE: Bear bites woman in tent at Yellowstone, prompts action Sherra Wright pleads guilty in killing of LeBron's former teammate Lorenzen Wright Giants' Saquon Barkley rips Daniel Jones critics: You don't know football T.J. Hockenson's fantastic Friday wins fans over for the Lions TE Big Baller Brand co-founder Alan Foster under investigation by FBI


Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson and teammates rode bicycles to joint training camp practice with the Green Bay Packers Monday outside Lambeau Field. While there is an understandable disparity in the amount of Texans fans living in Wisconsin, there were kids who were Packers fans that were kind enough to carry the Texans' helmets. Here come the Texans. pic.twitter.com/nP4lCOVlfH - Drew Dougherty (@DoughertyDrew) August 5, 2019 The Packers and Texans will hold two joint practices ahead of their preseason opener on Aug. 8. What the joint practices do for both teams is give them an opportunity to go against different skill sets, kind of like the preseason game itself, but in the controlled, learning environment of practice. MORE: Cleveland Indians completely roasted Colin Cowherd after Baker Mayfield chugged a beer 40 Under 40: Sports Media Talents 2019 Dontrelle Inman doesn't care he's getting buried on Patriots depth chart Jon Gruden calls Raiders WR Hunter Renfrow a 'great pick' What G Alex Lewis' release means for Ravens


The Seattle Seahawks have some massive shoes to fill at free safety in 2019 after Earl Thomas signed with the Ravens. Thomas missed most of last season with a leg injury, and he was replaced by a combination of Tedric Thompson and Lano Hill. However, the Seahawks drafted two safeties - Marquise Blair and Ugo Amadi - adding plenty of competition to a key position in Pete Carroll's Cover-3 defensive package. With over a month until training camp begins, a lot will change for the Seahawks as they try to build the best roster possible in preparation for another double-digit win season and a playoff berth. As of right now, here is a look at the most likely candidates to start at free safety in 2019. Bradley McDougald McDougald is atop the depth chart at strong safety, and his versatility has long been considered a strength. His ability to play free safety wasn't utilized much last year, but if the Seahawks feel that Blair is ready to start right away at strong safety, they could transition McDougald back to free safety, where he played quite a bit during his time in Tampa. McDougald made it clear during minicamp that he intends to play strong safety this year, saying he prefers it to the free safety spot because there's more to do. The Seahawks probably prefer McDougald at the strong safety spot as well, although the selection of Blair, who looks like a mini-Kam Chancellor , could indicate a willingness to move McDougald to the free safety spot and start a hard-hitting safety duo of McDougald and Blair. Tedric Thompson If McDougald wins the starting job at strong safety, the Seahawks could opt to keep the entire starting unit from last season together. After Thomas went down with his broken leg last year, Thompson started 10 games and recorded 41 solo tackles, three passes defended, one forced fumble and one interception. Thompson showed flashes, but his play was marred by inconsistency and mistakes trying to fill the big shoes of Thomas. A year of experience should serve Thompson well, but Seattle's decision to draft two safeties will certainly push him in training camp. He is the front-runner at the moment, but Carroll doesn't ever hand anyone a starting job, and Thompson will have plenty of players to beat out in order to start alongside McDougald again next season. Ugo Amadi The Seahawks love their versatility in the secondary, and fourth-round pick Amadi perfectly embodies that. Amadi will be a core special teamer next year and is in the mix at free safety, strong safety, nickelback and even as a return man. Carroll indicated he wants to start Amadi out at safety , but he ended up playing quite a bit at nickel during rookie minicamp, pushing him into that competition as well. Amadi is more likely to start at nickel than at free safety - at least in my opinion - although he does have the requisite skills to be a contributor in Cover-3 if necessary. More than likely, he'll be a big-time contributor on the special teams in 2019 while he grows into his eventual starting role in Seattle's secondary. Delano Hill The man formerly known as Delano is the strongest candidate remaining, after he started two games toward the end of last season. He played in 13 games total in the 2018 season, recording 15 solo tackles and one pass defensed. He is behind Thompson on the depth chart at the moment, but if he looks good in camp he has a real chance of starting at free safety in Week 1. After two seasons spent primarily as a core special teamer, is Hill ready to make the jump into the starting lineup? The former Michigan product has excellent length and speed to play at that position but will need to demonstrate consistency on the field and improve his decision making for a crack at the full-time job. The field Carroll has never been afraid to give a starting job to whoever earns it, regardless of draft pedigree and previous experience. That makes it hard to rule anyone out, especially with a month until training camp begins. While these guys are long shots to start at free safety, or even make the final roster in some cases, they are on the 90-man roster for a reason and have a chance if they really impress in camp. The Seahawks liked former Washington State product Shalom Luani enough to trade a seventh-round pick for him just before the start of the 2018 season. He appeared in 12 games, all on special teams. That is most likely what his role will be again in 2019, and even if he does crack the defensive rotation, he's more of a strong safety than a free safety. Marwin Evans has the most experience of the group, having played in all 16 games for the Packers in both 2016 and 2017, primarily on special teams. He was signed by Seattle at the start of the new year after spending most of 2018 out of the league. Like Luani, Evans' body type and experience make him more of a fit at the strong safety position, and if he does manage to squeeze onto Seattle's roster, it will most likely be as a special teamer and not as a key piece on the defense. Justin Currie has bounced around various practice squads since 2015, although he was on the Seahawks practice squad for most of last season. He has appeared in three NFL games, all with the Browns in 2017. It would be a surprise if Currie even makes Seattle's 53-man roster, and he is very unlikely to factor into their defense in 2019. Lastly, undrafted free agent Jalen Harvey could factor in as a special teamer or practice squad player next year, although with only one year of experience at safety - he was a wide receiver his first three years at Arizona State - he will need more time before he's a factor on defense in the NFL. All right, Seahawks fans, who do you think will start at free safety for the Seahawks in 2019? Take Our Poll MORE: Kyle Kuzma is already trash-talking his former Lakers teammate NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Bleacher Report names Oakland a potential trade destination for CB Jalen Ramsey For The Win sends RB Leonard Fournette to Chiefs in blockbuster trade scenario Is cornerback Bradley Roby a hidden gem for the Texans?


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Lower East Side? According to Walk Score, this Milwaukee neighborhood is very walkable, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one-bedroom in the Lower East Side is currently hovering around $825. So, what might you expect to find with a budget of $1,700/month? Read on for a roundup of the latest rental listings, via Zumper and Apartment Guide . (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. 1551 N. Water St. Listed at $1,610/month, this 696-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 1551 N. Water St. In the unit, you'll see a dishwasher, hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry and a walk-in closet. On-site laundry is listed as a building amenity. Pets are welcome. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 1901 N. Prospect Ave. Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit situated at 1901 N. Prospect Ave. It's also listed for $1,610/month for its 1,100 square feet. When it comes to building amenities, expect additional storage space. The unit also offers central heating. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are permitted here. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental. (See the complete listing here .) 2217 N. Prospect Ave. Here's a 1,036-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit at 2217 N. Prospect Ave. that's going for $1,625/month. The unit has a balcony. The building features on-site laundry, outdoor space and additional storage. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (Take a look at the full listing here .) 1404 N. Van Buren St. Next, check out this 1,060-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 1404 N. Van Buren St. It's listed for $1,635/month. The building offers garage parking and secured entry. The listing also promises a fireplace, in-unit laundry and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pets are welcome. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 1905 N. Water St. Here's a 1,100-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo at 1905 N. Water St. that's going for $1,695/month. The building features assigned parking. The condo also has a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, granite countertops and a walk-in closet. Dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee. (Check out the complete 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.


The mother-daughter duo accused of murdering a pregnant teen and cutting the baby from her body are now being charged in the death of the child. Marlen Ochoa-Lopez, 19, was 9 months pregnant when she was killed, and the baby was cut from her body and taken to a nearby hospital, where it later died. Clarisa Figueroa, 46, and Desiree Figueroa, 26, were already charged with the first-degree murder of Marlen Ochoa-Lopez and on Thursday, prosecutors announced that they will be charging the pair with the murder of her baby boy as well, officials confirmed to ABC News. (MORE: Harrowing new details revealed about pregnant teen's murder ) Clarisa Figueroa allegedly passed the newborn off as her own when she brought the child to a Chicago hospital, authorities said. She is alleged to have gotten in touch with Ochoa-Lopez through Facebook after the teen responded to a post about free baby clothes. The baby boy, which the family later named Yovanny Jadiel Lopez, was treated in the neonatal intensive care unit at a Chicago area hospital. (MORE: Baby who was cut from his murdered mother's body dies after weeks in hospital) The child died in mid-June after more than seven weeks in the hospital. Clarisa Figueroa's 40-year-old boyfriend Piotr Bobak has been charged with helping to cover up the alleged crime. Both women had pleaded not guilty to the murder charge against Ochoa-Lopez, ABC Chicago station WLS reported . They have not entered pleas on the new murder charges. The Cook County State's Attorney's Office confirmed that the new first degree murder charges were approved and both Clarisa and Desiree Figueroa appeared for a bail hearing Thursday and they were denied bail. They are due in court on the new charges on Aug. 6.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in the Waterfront? According to Walk Score, this Jersey City neighborhood is extremely walkable, is relatively bikeable and has excellent transit. Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one-bedroom in The Waterfront is currently hovering around $2,782. So, what might you expect to find with a budget of $3,000/month? Read on for a roundup of the latest rental listings, via Zumper and Apartment Guide . (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. 475 Washington Blvd. Listed at $2,910/month, this 708-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 475 Washington Blvd. In the furnished unit, look for in-unit laundry, hardwood floors, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. The building boasts garage parking. Hairball alert: cats are welcome. (Check out the complete listing here .) 155 Washington St. Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit situated at 155 Washington St. It's listed for $2,952/month for its 695 square feet. Expect a dishwasher, a mix of hardwood floors and carpet, a walk-in closet and in-unit laundry in the residence. Cats are allowed. Plan on a $1000 deposit. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 425 Washington Blvd. Here's a 617-square-foot studio apartment at 425 Washington Blvd. that's going for $2,955/month. In the apartment, anticipate a balcony, in-unit laundry and hardwood floors. Building amenities include an elevator, a swimming pool and a fitness center. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. (See the full listing here .) 30 Newport Parkway Finally, check out this 873-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's located at 30 Newport Parkway. It's listed for $2,965/month. The residence features in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: cats and dogs are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (Take a look at the complete 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.


It's not only what you have, but how you feel. When it comes to membership in the middle class, earnings and assets are just part of the definition. Nearly nine out of 10 people consider themselves middle class, as a recent survey by the Pew Research Center found, regardless of whether their incomes languish near the poverty line or skim the top stratum of earners. "Middle income is not necessarily the same thing as middle class," said Rakesh Kochhar, a senior research associate at Pew. Even as the proportion of households in the middle-income brackets has narrowed, people's identification with the middle class remains broad. That's because the middle-class label is as much about aspirations among Americans as it is about economics. But a perspective that was once characterized by comfort and optimism has increasingly been overlaid with stress and anxiety. Part of the reason has to do with lost jobs and stagnating incomes. At the same time, the psychological frame   how Americans feel about their security and prospects   and the sociological   how they stack up in relation to their parents, friends, neighbors and colleagues   are just as important as purely economic criteria. And on both these counts, middle-class Americans say they are feeling increasingly vulnerable. "There is a very big difference between the psychological self-definition of class and anything approaching a useful economic definition of class," said Richard Reeves, a senior fellow in economic studies at the Brookings Institution. "Policy in the end will hinge quite importantly on what you mean when you're talking about the middle class and who you mean." And that's the political challenge for Democrats and Republicans looking to inspire voters with policies to address what President Obama calls "middle-class economics." Any appeals have to involve both cents and sensibility. Middle-class anxiety has been driven by several factors: increasing instability in incomes, a sense among many Americans that they are failing to keep up with the gains of previous generations, and an increasing gap between themselves and the very rich. A recent report from economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis concluded that "families that are neither rich nor poor may be under more downward economic and financial pressure than common but simplistic rank-based measures of income or wealth would suggest." The study, conducted by William R. Emmons and Bryan J. Noeth, found that one reason many Americans viewed themselves as struggling was that their real incomes had not advanced significantly beyond their parents' even when they reached higher educational levels, while those who matched their parents' achievements were actually worse off. As J. Bradford DeLong, an economist at the University of California, Berkeley, put it: "People who thought they were upwardly mobile are finding themselves with no higher real incomes. And people who thought they were sociologically stable are finding themselves poorer." Money, of course, provides the wherewithal for acquiring what are considered the traditional bedrocks of a middle-class life: adequate health care, college for the children and retirement savings, generally with a car and a regular summer vacation thrown in. Some version of that basket can be bought across a range of incomes, depending on location. It might include a used Pontiac instead of a late-model Lexus, or a small walk-up instead of a house with a backyard. And even though consumption was once a useful shorthand guide to a middle-class lifestyle, it is no longer as reliable in a world where cellphones and flat-screen TVs are staples in a majority of households below the poverty line and retirement savings, even among top earners, are often treated as a luxury. There isn't one middle class, but many middle classes. Still, what all of them ultimately require, experts say, is a sense of economic security. "If there's no security, there's no middle class," said Thomas Hirschl, a sociologist at Cornell and an author of "Chasing the American Dream." That feeling of security has been eroded by several factors. Median per capita income has basically been flat since 2000, adjusted for inflation. The typical American family makes slightly less than a typical family did 15 years ago. And while many goods have become cheaper or better, the price of three of the biggest middle-class expenditures   housing, college and health care   have gone up much faster than the rate of inflation. Equally important, Mr. Hirschl found a high degree of income volatility among most Americans in the four decades between 1969 and 2011. At some point in their working lives, a full 70 percent earned enough to put them in the top fifth of earners, and as many as 30 percent reached the equivalent of $200,000 in 2009 dollars, or roughly the top 4 percent. Similarly, nearly 80 percent will at least temporarily plunge into a red zone, where their income drops near or below the poverty line, or they are compelled to gain access to a social safety net program like food stamps or collect unemployment insurance. More than half of Americans ages 25 to 60 will experience at least one year hovering around the poverty line. For most people, their 20s and 30s have traditionally been the least secure decades, with earning power building to a peak in their 40s and 50s, Mr. Hirschl said. But the recession upended that pattern for many Americans. Older workers experienced an extended bout of unemployment, often followed by a new job at a lower wage. A recent Pew Research Center poll found that four out of 10 Americans said household incomes had hardly recovered from the recession; most everyone else said there had been only a partial recovery. And compared with the mid-'90s, a smaller share of Americans now say they believe it is possible to start out poor, work hard and get rich, the classic tale captured by the American dream. Income volatility has given many people both a taste of life in an upper-income bracket and a bracing slap of instability. "Income fluidity is a double-edged sword, creating opportunity for many, along with insecurity that this opportunity may end sooner than hoped for," Mr. Hirschl concluded. What is particularly surprising about the increasing income volatility since the 1970s, said Dan Sichel, an economics professor at Wellesley College, is that it coincided with an unusually stable stint of economic growth that lasted from the mid-1980s until the recession in 2007. "There was a big increase in the number of people who saw big drops in their income," Mr. Sichel said. That psychological lens helps explain rising middle-class anxiety. What about the social frame? Here, increasing inequality has helped undermine middle-class security and optimism. Economists and other researchers have repeatedly found that the satisfaction a paycheck brings is related not only to its size, but how it compares to other people's. That verity is apparently more pointed for middle-income households than for those at the lower and higher end of the spectrum. A review of the latest studies on the middle class by the Congressional Research Service concluded that "when those at the upper end of the distribution fare much better than they do, the level of middle-class satisfaction is generally lessened." Yet in the last 15 years, nearly all of the gains in income have streamed toward the upper end of the spectrum. Robert H. Frank, an economist at Cornell University and the author of "The Winner-Take-All Society," explains that across most white-collar professions   whether dentists or sales supervisors   a very small group at the top is doing spectacularly better even as a great majority is mostly plugging along. "No matter who you are, whatever group you define yourself in terms of, you're poorer now in relative terms than you were earlier," he said. The feeling of comparative deprivation and the ultrarich separating themselves from the rest of society helps explain why only 1 percent of Americans accept the rich or upper-income label. Even most people earning over $250,000   the top 5 percent of wage earners   identify as middle class. There's always someone wealthier around. "The gap between you and them is much bigger than it used to be," Mr. Frank said. "That's why people feel more stressed out than they used to." Articles in this series focus on the reshaping of the American economy and its effects on the workforce and the middle class. Read Part I and Part II .