It's not hard to see that this Chevy Nova has got it going on. The 1960s Chevy II/Nova was one of the brand's best-selling models and for good reason. Despite being sold as a compact car, people were buying them for performance reasons too. It didn't take GM long to figure out that putting their bigger engines in these models would be a successful feat. Classic Auto Mall is, therefore, pleased to announce this stunning 1967 Chevrolet Nova Super Sport for your consideration. This beauty could impress at car shows, act as a daily driver, and take a long road trip with ease and comfort. If you've been searching for a Nova, this immaculate example is the one you have been waiting for. The exterior shines like a dream with an egg crate grille with single headlights on either side, all surrounded with eloquent trim work. The original re-plated bumper is flawless and the chrome is in incredible shape. A new hood (the original was retained as well) leads up to factory-tinted glass bounded by a re-plated and polished trim. Some new OEM GM panels make up the sides and align just perfectly and show off newly plated polished handles, mirrors, and badging. The rear of this Nova is super straight and houses the trimmed taillights, with a re-plated bumper and polished parts that look as though they just left the factory floor. This car is a true stunner; just look at that impeccable Tuxedo Black paint job. This '67 Nova SS sits beautifully on Rally wheels wrapped in Firestone E-7014 redline tires at all corners to tie the entire look together. The interior of this Chevrolet Nova is just as impressive as the exterior. It features a factory console, all newly upholstered seats, new carpet, rebuilt instruments, and a new steering wheel (the original was retained and comes with the car). Each seat is dressed up in black vinyl with a white stripe that runs right up the middle for an accented and classy look. The vertical stripe on the doors continues the theme and really adds to the appeal. The consigner states that a complete Vintage Air system comes with this Nova SS, but it is not installed. Jam out to your favorite music with a CD player mounted in the trunk and an aftermarket Bluetooth radio that's nicely fitted into the dashboard. The heart and soul of this Nova is a 327 cubic-inch V8 motor that has been completely rebuilt to L79 specs. The consigner also states that it is a number-matching engine. The healthy V8 is mated to the original four-speed Muncie transmission and a four-barrel carburetor. All that power flows to the 12-bolt Posi rear. This is a show-quality car; just peep that pristine engine bay. It looks just as it did when it left the showroom floor back in 1967. The undercarriage of this Chevy Nova SS is also incredible. Every single nut and bolt was removed for the restoration, and it shows. It's shiny, straight, mechanically perfect, and super clean! This car is a real looker and will definitely impress you and everyone you meet along the way. It's currently being offered up for sale at a price of $79,000, and you can make an offer on the car right here. Read More: Steal The Spotlight In A 1967 Chevrolet Nova SS Build Take a Look at this Drag-Ready 1965 Chevrolet Nova


Auston Matthews and Kasperi Kapanen scored 2:12 apart in the third to push the Bruins to the brink Avalanche trample Flames, sending Calgary crashing out of the playoffs Maple Leafs 2, Bruins 1 (TOR leads 3-2) A game where neither team gave the other much time through two periods ended in a bit of a flurry as Toronto, led by Auston Matthews, (controversially) found two goals in 2:12 in the third. It would prove to be enough, with the Bruins scoring with less than a minute left and their net empty. Toronto has a chance now to finally oust the Bruins on Sunday. Avalanche 5, Flames 1 (COL wins 4-1) Colorado fanned the Flames right out of the playoffs with an impressive, and surprisingly easy Game 5 win. Calgary didn't provide much resistance facing elimination and are now the second top-seed team in the playoffs to be sent packing. Mike Smith could only do so much with the lack of scoring he received. And Calgary could only watch as Colorado's top line of Mikko Rantanen , Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog trampled all over them. Three stars 1. Colin Wilson , Colorado Avalanche Two goals, one assist and a second-period effort that put the Flames down 4-1. Wilson first two goals of the series helps the Avs put their foot on the throats of the Flames. Wilson also assisted on Mikko Rantanen's first of the night, a goal that stood as the game-winner. 2. Kasperi Kapanen, Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews' goal may be tainted by a controversial non-call on a goaltender interference challenge. There was no doubt about Kapanen's goal, however, and it proved to be the deciding marker in a close game. Kapanen had a great game and nearly scored shorthanded earlier in the game on a breakaway. He'll sleep soundly knowing his first of the playoffs was a crucial one. Kapanen added an assist on Matthews' goal and had three shots on goal. 3. Frederik Andersen , Toronto Maple Leafs After allowing five goals on 30 shots in Game 4, Andersen surrendered just one in Game 5 to put the Boston Bruins on the brink of elimination. Highlight of the night Tic-tac-toe: Controversy of the night Factoids Never before had both top seeds from their respective conferences been eliminated in the first round. ( Frank Seravalli ) The Maple Leafs are 19-5 when leading a best-of-seven series 3-2. ( NHL PR ) Thursday's Games Game 5: Stars at Predators (Series tied 2-2), 3 p.m. ET, NBC ( Live Stream ) Game 6: Jets at Blues (STL leads 3-2) 7 p.m. ET; NBCSN, ( Live stream) Game 5: Hurricanes at Capitals (Series tied 2-2), 8 p.m. ET, NBC ( Live Stream ) Scott Billeck is a writer for Pro Hockey Talk on NBC Sports . Drop him a line at phtblog@nbcsports.com or follow him on Twitter @scottbilleck


Laura Davies and Juli Inkster are looking to win. Jan Stephenson is aiming to have some fun competing while marketing the senior game. JoAnne Carner is hoping to do better than shoot her age. "I wasn't sure I would be alive at 80," Carner cracked Wednesday while preparing for the second staging of the U.S. Senior Women's Open. Some of the greatest names in women's golf are reconvening at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C., this week, where they will be trying to put on a show as well received as last year's U.S. Senior Women's Open, where they got royal treatment in the inaugural event. "It was really special," said Stephenson, the 1983 U.S. Women's Open winner who will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame next month. "It was nice to be treated that way again." Davies, 55, is the defending champion. She won in a 10-shot runaway last year at Chicago Golf Club. "Completely different to Chicago," Davies said. "You can spray it a little bit around that golf course." Davies said Pine Needles will demand more precision. "Here, you're going to be punished every single time you hit a bad shot," she said. Carner didn't make the cut last year, but she made headlines and highlights shooting her age (79) in the first round. She birdied the last hole to do it. Along the way, she reminded golf fans she wasn't just one of the game's great players. She is also one of its great characters. Though Carner turned 80 last month, she didn't request to ride a golf cart, as John Daly will do at the PGA Championship this week. She didn't last year, either, though she always rides a cart when she's playing back in her South Florida home. "I haven't walked since last year," Carner said. Her training for this year's walk? "I walk, I figure, 50 steps a hole," Carner said of her playing routine back at her club. "Drive the cart to the first tee, get out and tee it up, park it near the green, walk on the green. That's my 50 steps." It doesn't matter. Carner wouldn't miss this. "Just a love of the game, I think, more than anything," she said. "I've always loved competing. So, give it one more shot." Carner is the only player to have won the U.S. Girls' Junior, U.S. Women's Amateur and U.S. Women's Open. Overall, she has won eight USGA titles, two of them U.S. Women's Opens (1971 and '76). While Inkster loves seeing Carner and other greats of the game, she arrives looking to go one better in the results this year. She finished second to Davies in that tour in Chicago. The championship begins Thursday at a special place. Pine Needles was owned by Peggy Kirk Bell, a great amateur and then charter member of the LPGA who died three years ago. She also made a name for herself as a teacher and an advocate of the women's game. She will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame next month through the lifetime achievement category. "Mrs. Bell, she was amazing," Davies said. "This place is a testament to her career and her family."


A man accused of driving drunk and killing a University of Houston student has convicted of intoxication manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years in jail. Marshall Patrick Schoen, who was also a UH student, was sentenced Friday morning after he was charged in 2016. A court coordinator told KHOU 11 that Schoen can apply for shock probation after he serves six months of his conviction - which means there's a chance he could get released early. Police said on April 15, 2016, Schoen was speeding in a large pickup truck near Calhoun at North McGregor when he went into oncoming traffic to get around an Infiniti car that was making a turn. RELATED: UH student dies after being hit by alleged drunk driver That's when police said he clipped the front of the car and struck UH students Mark Tartaglio and Corina Burnett. Both were taken to the hospital for their injuries. Tartaglio died two dies later. Police said Schoen was dressed in blue medical scrubs at the time, possibly for a costume party. The 23-year-old was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. ALSO POPULAR ON KHOU.COM: Suspected drunken driver faces animal cruelty charges after crash kills three horses, deputies say Baytown police investigating report of attempted kidnapping after 11-year-old says he was followed Bicyclist dies after being hit by 18-wheeler in southwest Houston


Democratic presidential aspirant Pete Buttigieg said Thursday that he thinks it is "disgusting" that President Trump is reportedly considering pardons for several American military members accused or convicted of war crimes. Buttigieg, the mayor of South Bend, Ind., who served in Afghanistan as a Navy Reserve intelligence officer, said during an appearance at a Washington Post Live event that such pardons would hurt the standing of the U.S. military abroad and make troops less safe. Subscribe to the Post Most newsletter: Today's most popular stories on The Washington Post "My view is it's disgusting," Buttigieg said, arguing that it's important to maintain the credibility of the U.S. military justice system. "If the president blows a hole in that, he is blowing a hole in the military, and he is putting troops lives at risk." Buttigieg said that during his military service, "the flag on my shoulder represented a country that kept its word. . . . If we lose that, nothing will keep us safe." Several recent reports have said Trump is considering some pardons of military members on an expedited basis to exercise his power around Memorial Day. Buttigieg's military service came up at several points during a wide-ranging interview with The Post's Robert Costa. Buttigieg, 37, the youngest candidate in the Democratic presidential field, referred to his military service when seeking to make the case that he could take on Trump. "I don't have a problem standing up to someone who was working on Season 7 of 'Celebrity Apprentice' when I was packing my bags for Afghanistan," Buttigieg said, citing Trump's previous NBC reality television series. Buttigieg also accused Trump of skirting military service in Vietnam for an illegitimate reason. "I have a pretty dim view of his decision to use his privilege to fake a disability in order to avoid serving in Vietnam," Buttigieg said. Pressed by Costa, Buttigieg said, "That's exactly what he did." Trump has said he received a medical deferment in 1968 because he had bone spurs in his feet. The New York Times reported late last year that the daughters of a deceased podiatrist said it was "family lore" that their father provided the diagnosis as a favor to Trump's father, who owned the building in which the podiatrist practiced. Buttigieg said the issue is one that "deserves to be talked about." During the interview, Buttigieg parted ways with Trump on the issue of whether NFL players should be allowed to kneel during the national anthem. Trump has repeatedly decried that practice, saying it is disrespectful to the U.S. flag and military. Asked about his view as a service member, Buttigieg said: "I thought I was watching Americans exercise a right that I had put my life on the line to defend." The players who began the practice in 2016 said they were protesting racial injustice. john.wagner@washpost.com


When fans head to Target Field on Friday to see the Twins take on the Texas Rangers, they'll no longer be able to bring their backpacks, duffels or laptop bags. Starting this weekend, only single-compartment bags under the stadium's new size limit -- 16 by 16 by 8 inches -- will be allowed in the ballpark. The policy was announced in June after large crowds created logjams outside the stadium at late spring games. The restrictions aim to reduce the time for security to check each bag "with the end result of getting our fans into the ballpark quickly and safely," Twins President Dave St. Peter said in a statement. Purses, clutches, single-compartment totes, clear bags, drawstring bags, diaper bags, soft-sided coolers and medical items will still be allowed into the ballpark. Those with bags that are 9 by 5 inches or smaller can enter through the express lanes. A third-party company will provide an on-site bag check service at no cost for those unaware of the stadium's new policy through the end of the month. After that, the company will charge a fee. Last month, the Twins stopped requiring fans to empty their pockets of cellphones, keys and wallets when walking through security at the ballpark's gates after Target Field magnetometers were updated to recognize such common items. ___ (c)2019 the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Visit the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) at www.startribune.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


From the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse in the U.S. to Fanad Head Lighthouse in Ireland, here are some noteworthy lighthouses from around the world. Petit Minou Lighthouse, France One of dozens of lighthouses dotting the craggy, and infamously stormy, Brittany shores, the Phare (lighthouse) du Petit Minou was added in front of the fort to aid navigation through the Goulet de Brest straight. The lighthouse is worth a boat ride to see it from every angle. Lighthouse in Kato, Paphos, Cyrpus This lighthouse is a feature in the Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, which is still under excavation. St Abb's Head Light, Scotland Built on a windswept clifftop on 1862, St Abb's Head Light is named after the promontory it's perched on. The buildings are closed to the public, but visitors can get a good view from well-maintained walkways. Surrounding the lighthouse is a nature reserve whose star attraction is a 60,000-strong colony of seabirds, with kittiwakes and guillemots chief among them. Rua Reidh Lighthouse, Scotland Rua Reidh Lighthouse, near Gairloch in Wester Ross on the remote northwest coast of Scotland, features breath-taking views across the Minch to the Isle of Skye, the Shiant Isles and the Outer Hebrides. It offers guest rooms for rent. Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Argentina This lighthouse is perched in the Beagle Channel, off the coast of Argentina's Tierra del Fuego. Visitors to Ushuaia, the southernmost city on earth, frequently opt to visit the Les Eclaireurs lighthouse. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Maine, US Perched atop a rocky cliff in the Acadia National Park and known for its breathtaking views of the harbor, the intense beauty drew former U.S. President Barack Obama during a family vacation in 2010. The lighthouse was built in 1858 and stands 56 feet (17.06 m) above mean high water. Fanad Head Lighthouse, Ireland Located between the idyllic Mulroy Bay and Lough Swilly, this lighthouse was once voted as one of the most beautiful lighthouses in the world. The lighthouse stands 72.17 feet (22 m) tall and was first lit in 1817. Peggys Point Lighthouse, Canada The lighthouse is believed to be named after the sole survivor of a shipwreck in the 1800s. The construction began in 1868, however, it was only in 1915 that the wooden tower was replaced with a concrete one. Portland Head Light, Maine, US Built in 1791 and situated on the shores of Fort Williams Park, Maine, it's the oldest operated lighthouse in the state. Maiden's Tower, Turkey Erected on a small islet off the coast of Üsküdar, the tower was first lit in 1857. It was also featured in the James Bond movie  The World Is Not Enough  (1998). Lindau Lighthouse, Germany The lighthouse tower features a distinct clock that has been attracting tourists for decades. Erected in 1856, the lighthouse is located on Lake Constance and is the southernmost lighthouse in the country. St. Augustine Lighthouse, Florida, US The successor to a 16th-century Spanish watchtower, this lighthouse came up in 1874 after the previous structure was threatened by beach erosion. Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Argentina This uninhabited lighthouse is operated remotely and equipped with solar energy-based lighting device. It was put into service in 1920. White Shoal Light, Michigan, US Known as the Lake Michigan light, this is the only  barber pole  lighthouse in the U.S. with its candy cane stripes. Stawa Młyny Lighthouse Windmill, Poland Stawa Młyny is a beacon in the shape of a windmill in Świnoujście, Poland. The beacon was built between 1873-1874 and is an official symbol of Świnoujście.


World number one Brooks Koepka said he was "frustrated" and "disappointed" after several missed chances in the British Open second round on Friday left him chasing the leaders. The four-time major champion failed to put together a string of birdies in benign conditions at Royal Portrush, settling for a two-under 69 to reach five-under for the tournament -- two strokes behind clubhouse leader Tommy Fleetwood. "I haven't made a putt all week, so I just need to figure that out," said Koepka. "If I can just make some putts I could have very easily been 10-under and maybe more. "I've just got to figure it out this afternoon... Sometimes I felt like I hit good putts and they just didn't go in and other times it was just terrible putts. "It's frustrating, you've just got to stay patient and wait your turn." Koepka has finished in the top two in each of his last four major championship appearances, and will be the name the front-runners watch out for on the leaderboard this weekend. But he failed to chase down Gary Woodland at last month's US Open and only narrowly held off Dustin Johnson to win the PGA Championship having taken a seven-shot lead into the final round. "It's a little disappointing, two-under, but at the same time I'm close enough where if I play a good weekend I'll be in with a chance," the 29-year-old American added. "You have to wait your turn, eventually you'll have a few chances and I did in the last six holes. Even 17 was a good chance and I found a way to screw that up." Wet and windy weather is expected to hit Portrush this weekend, and Koepka said he thinks his current mark of five-under might be enough to win the Claret Jug if the conditions get really tough. But he admitted he would much rather be in total control of the championship, saying he would "rather as many shot lead as possible". He threatened to scare the leaders when he made back-to-back birdies on the 12th and 13th holes, but could only par his way in from there. "I'm hanging around I guess. Just close enough. It's not where I want to be," he said. "But I guess for not making anything, you can't really expect to be in the lead, so to be probably four or five back, it's okay. "I'll figure it out this weekend and hopefully give them a run." Related slideshow: Best of the British Open (Provided by imagn)


Lions Wire's own Erik Schlitt took to Periscope to answer fans questions and recap the first day of Detroit Lions 2019 training camp. If you missed any of today's training camp articles, below is a list of the critical articles to know for this video. They're not required reading to view the video, but they will help give a baseline of information. Lions add Damon Harrison and Darius Slay to NFI ahead of Day 1 of training camp Lions training camp: Day 1 participation report, no A'Shawn Robinson at practice Observations from Lions training camp, Day 1: Jahlani Tavai hets starting reps In the video below, I spend a lot of time discussing how Tavai changes the dynamic of the linebackers unit and will allow defensive coaches to open up the playbook even more than they already have. After that, I spend about 30 minutes taking questions from Lions fans who were able to tune in. Some of the questions asked included: defensive formations, lots of rookie talk, what little we could ascertain on the new offense, depth charts at multiple positions, offensive line combinations, post-practice activities and much more. To watch the entire video, click on the link in the tweet below for access: 2019 Detroit Lions Training Camp Recap, Day 1 https://t.co/7E7NKSYNA4 - Erik Schlitt (@erikschlitt) July 26, 2019 MORE: UFC's Thiago Santos shares brutal update on injuries suffered in loss to Jon Jones Instant observations from Day 1 of Patriots training camp 3 takeaways from Day 1 of Bills training camp Ranking the NBA's Top 10 Big Threes Giants' Eli Manning fires back at Odell Beckham in the most Eli way ever


Interested in getting intel on the newest businesses to open in Washington? From an Indian restaurant to a skin care spa, read on for a rundown of the newest spots to open their doors near you. Bombay Street Food #2 Now open at 524 Eighth St. SE in Capitol Hill is Bombay Street Food #2 , an Indian and halal spot. So far, it's been well-received: it has a 4.5-star rating out of 18 reviews on Yelp. Menu offerings include chili chicken, spicy lamb and nine varieties of curry dishes. Via Sophia Stroll past 1001 14th St. NW downtown and you'll find Via Sophia , a new Italian spot. On the menu you'll find Neapolitan pizza, pappardelle with rabbit ragu and chicken with crispy artichokes. AnewSkin Aesthetic Clinic and Medical Spa Now open at 818 18th St. NW, Suite 250 in Foggy Bottom is AnewSkin Aesthetic Clinic and Medical Spa , a laser hair removal and skin care spot. And with five stars out of six reviews on Yelp, it's been a hit thus far. Services offered include dermal infusion, laser skin resurfacing and tattoo removal. 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.


The Broncos reported for training camp on Wednesday, but one of their second-round picks isn't among the players who checked into the team's facility. Quarterback Drew Lock and the team have not been able to come to agreement on a contract yet as Lock is reportedly looking for a "quarterback premium" over what the No. 42 overall pick would be slotted to receive. That was causing some issues with the deal for No. 41 overall pick Dalton Risner , but the Broncos got the rookie guard under contract on Tuesday. The team will hold its first practice of camp on Thursday and Broncos General Manager John Elway said at a Wednesday press conference that "we'll see" if a deal would get done before that session gets underway. Elway was also asked if he was surprised by how things have played out with Lock. "Nothing surprises me anymore," Elway said. Lock is the only Broncos draft pick and one of nine 2019 picks across the league without a contract.


Billionaire Jeff Bezos announced his plans for space colonization on Thursday, starting with the moon. The world's richest man revealed the plans for the secretive project from his spaceflight company, Blue Origin, and announced his plan to create the building blocks for interplanetary travel and settlement. "We're going to build a road to space," Bezos said at a press conference in Washington, D.C., Thursday afternoon, adding that he doesn't know how the colonies would be built but there are "certain gates, certain precursors" that would need to be established to ultimately meet that goal and Blue Origin was going to lead the way. (MORE: America's 1st woman astronaut to walk in space explains the history of NASA spacesuit sizing) One key piece of infrastructure is "Blue Moon," the company's lunar lander, which has been in the works for three years, a jeans and blazer-clad Bezos said. "It's time to go back to the moon, this time to stay," Bezos said, as a part of a rambling, long-winded talk about space, which planets are best (Earth), and comparing Amazon Prime deliveries to space payloads. The Amazon founder was referring to comments by Vice President Mike Pence, who said it is the mission of the United States to return Americans to space in the next five years. (MORE: Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin successfully launches rocket into space, again) Despite repeatedly praising Earth as "the best planet," Bezos identified pressing problems such as hunger, poverty, pollution and rampant energy use -- and said he intends to focus on finding solutions for long-range problems before they become "urgent problems." His inspiration? American physicist Gerard O'Neill, who became interested in the idea of space colonization in 1969. (MORE: Thousands of Amazon employees call on CEO Jeff Bezos to tackle climate change) Bezos extolled his belief in the idea that humans could live in environments that were ideal and create colonies where heavy industry can be carried out without subjecting the earth to atmospheric pollution. He also did refer to coming back to Earth. "Earth is the best planet. It is not even close. Don't even get me started on Venus," Bezos said. The Amazon founder identified two initial goals that Blue Origin would focus on: a radical reduction in launch costs and establishing resources for space. Like Elon Musk's SpaceX, Blue Origin has focused on reusable rockets. Blue Origin would begin by sending human's into space in 2019 on New Shepard -- a suborbital vehicle designed for space tourism -- which uses liquid hydrogen, an incredibly efficient fuel source. "We're going to be flying humans in New Shepherd this year," Bezos said.


The mother of two young boys was killed on Friday when she plunged to her death from a waterfall in California. Stephanie Williams, 35, was hiking with her girlfriend at Lake Tahoe's Eagle Falls, near Emerald Bay, when she lost her footing and went over the falls, according to the North Tahoe Fire Protection District. (MORE: College student falls to her death from cliff while taking pictures) Williams was the mother of two boys, ages 12 and 14, according to her brother, Nick Martinez. "Stephanie was the core of our family. Growing up she was more of a mother to me than an older sister," Martinez told ABC News. "Not having her here right now and trying to even start your day, we're just sort of at a loss." Martinez said his sister was not taking a selfie, or any photo, at the time of her death, despite a statement by authorities. Williams, who worked as an esthetician, was one of nine children, with Martinez being the only boy. Stephanie was the oldest of his eight sisters. Martinez said he found out the news as he was picking up his own two daughters from school. "It was extremely difficult. As soon as they got in my car I got a call from my mother, who was telling me that her girlfriend told her that Stephanie had fallen into a waterfall and they can't find her. ... It just didn't seem real." (MORE: 1 killed, 2 injured by falling rocks while climbing Mount Rainier) He said he was speaking to one of his sisters when he got another call from Stephanie's girlfriend. "We were saying, 'If anybody could make this fall and survive, it's her, because she's a survivor.' So we were just praying that she was holding onto something, or holding onto life and that she was going to be OK," Martinez said. "We later got the call that they found her body and they were doing CPR and she didn't make it." Eagle Falls is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, about two hours east of Sacramento. The falls is divided into two parts, the first about 50 feet high and the lower section about 80 feet. "This is a sad reminder to be cautious when taking selfies and other photos in dangerous areas," the fire department said. "Don't under estimate the power of water falls, rivers, and cold water temperatures." (MORE: Climber's camera captures his horrifying 60-foot free-fall down rock face in Flatirons) Martinez said his sister was a "free spirit" and had recently started a new business and came out as gay: "She just invited life after that. She left her husband and became very, very adventurous." "When I think back to my furthest memory in life, it's of her," Martinez said. "When we were kids, our mom wasn't really in the picture much and we bounced around a lot as kids, so she became the motherly figure and really protected me from everything growing up -- and in adulthood. ... Stephanie treated everybody like she was their mother." ABC News' Tom Austen contributed to this report.


Two months after the mass shooting at a mosque in New Zealand was live-streamed by the accused gunman on Facebook, the company is introducing new rules for the feature. Starting Wednesday, people who break Facebook's "most serious policies" will be immediately banned from using Facebook Live for a period of time, such as 30 days. Facebook did not specify all the rules that it will use to enforce the new one-strike approach, but pointed to current community standards that prohibit spreading terrorist propaganda on the social network. The policy will expand to other topics in the coming weeks, and the company says it will stop the same offenders from purchasing ads. Under the new policy, the alleged Christchurch shooter would not have been able to livestream the massacre from his account in March, a Facebook spokesperson told CNN Business. They did not say what rules he had previously broken. The announcement comes ahead of a push by New Zealand and France to encourage tech companies and countries to work together to do more to limit the spread of extremist content online. The non-binding agreement, called the Christchurch Call, is expected to be announced on Wednesday at a meeting of digital leaders for the Group of Seven nations. "I've spoken to Mark Zuckerberg directly twice now, and actually we've had good ongoing communication with Facebook," New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern told CNN's Christiane Amanpour Monday. "The last time I spoke to him a matter of days ago, he did give Facebook's support to this call to action." Livestreaming is not the only video issue tech companies are battling when it comes to terrorism. Following the Christchurch shooting, Facebook removed 1.5 million copies of the mosque attack video. The video also spread rapidly on YouTube and Twitter, and was shared in private messaging apps after the tech companies cracked down on public posts. More than a month after the shooting , copies could still be found on major tech sites. Facebook said in its post Tuesday that detecting these videos is an area that needs more research. It also said it is investing $7.5 million in research partnerships with universities to better identify manipulated media. It is unknown what other companies will take part in the Christchurch Call, or if the voluntary agreement will help the mainstream tech companies avoid government regulation. "This call to action is not just about regulation, but instead about bringing companies to the table and saying, 'You have a role too, and we have expectations of you,'" said Ardern.


After a recent lecture I gave, a woman approached me to share her experience with trying to heal her leaky gut syndrome on a six-month-long elimination diet , during which time she ate only four foods. Four foods. For six months. Such anecdotes represent the increasingly popular notion that we can heal our guts of whatever ails us by whittling down our diets to a bare minimum   whether it's bone broth fasts, juice cleanses or stark elimination-type diets. Proponents of such regimens claim that constantly processing "hard-to-digest" foods (often defined arbitrarily) cause the gut to fatigue. As a result, the gut needs time to rest and regenerate. Another common claim is that all sorts of health problems result from having too much "bad bacteria," and by starving them of carbs, gluten or other dietary demons, the "good bacteria" can regain a foothold and restore balance. The Gut Microbiome While these arguments may appeal to our sense of logic, they're in direct opposition to what science has to say. Research is only just beginning to decode the mysteries of the trillions-strong ecosystem of microbes living in our intestines   commonly referred to as the gut microbiome . But one thing that scientists seem to agree on is that the healthiest guts are those that have the most diverse and abundant bacterial communities.The data are also clear that the single, most effective method of promoting bacterial diversity is by consuming a diverse diet rich in whole plant-based foods , like whole grains, fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds. In fact, carbohydrate-containing foods that are difficult to digest for humans are precisely what best fuel our gut's good bacteria. Similarly, by withholding carbs in general   and fiber in particular   we're more likely to starve the good bacteria than the bad ones. In October 2018, I interviewed Daniel McDonald, Scientific Director of the American Gut Project at the University of California San Diego's School of Medicine. Based on the lab's analysis of over 17,000 stool samples and the self-reported dietary habits of their donors, McDonald explained that the difference in the diversity of the gut microbiome between people who eat a lot of plants and people who don't eat a lot of plants is greater than the difference between someone who hasn't recently taken antibiotics and someone who has. Let that sink in: People who eat the fewest plant-based foods have such diminished diversity and abundance of their gut microbiome compared to those who eat the most plant-based foods that the effect of eating a low-fiber diet is similar to taking a round of antibiotics. It makes sense. Our gut bacteria feed on the complex carbohydrates we eat but can't digest, and different types of fiber and resistant starch feed different species and strains of these microbes. Foods that nourish beneficial gut bacteria are called prebiotics . Far from taxing our intestines with too much digestive work, prebiotics actually make our guts healthier and more resilient by enriching the microbial community within. The Effect of Elimination Diets So what happens to a gut that is deprived of a diverse, plant-rich diet   say from an elimination diet that restricts whole grains, legumes, fruit, certain nuts or seeds and certain vegetables like nightshades or those high in lectins ? Exactly what you'd expect. It's been well-documented that elimination diets affect our gut bacteria in ways that may be counterproductive to long-term health. Even the low FODMAP diet   which has been a lifesaver to people who suffer from debilitating digestive symptoms   reduces total bacterial count in the gut and the abundance of certain beneficial species. Similar shifts in gut bacteria have been observed in children with epilepsy following a strict keto diet for seizure control. Their guts also show a relative increase in the abundance of microbial species associated with disease   the so-called bad bacteria. Animal studies suggest another troubling possible outcome of a fiber-starved gut microbiome: Deprived of the nourishment they need to survive, our gut microbes may digest and degrade the protective mucus lining of the intestinal cells   our gut barrier's first line of defense, potentially rendering one more susceptible to bacterial infections from not-so-nice microbial inhabitants. Forget the old "5 a Day" campaign that urged Americans to consume five servings of fruits or vegetables daily. The emerging rallying cry from the microbiome research community is that we should be aiming to eat 30 different plants per week. That's right. Data from the American Gut project show that people whose diets contain 30 or more different plant foods per week have far more diversity in their gut microbiome than those who consume fewer than ten different plant varieties. Crohn's and Gut Health Other research similarly suggests the importance of diverse, plant-rich diets for good gut health. A 2015 study of close to 40,000 participants found that a woman's diet in high school was strongly predictive of her later risk of developing an inflammatory bowel disease called Crohn's disease . Adolescent girls who ate the most fish and fiber  with fiber specifically from fruits and veggies   had a 53% lower risk of developing Crohn's compared to their peers who ate the least amount of these foods, regardless of what their diets looked like as adults. The researchers hypothesize that diverse fiber-rich diets may cultivate a specific species of gut bacteria called Prevotella that appears to be protective against Crohn's disease. Another possible explanation is that fiber-rich diets protect the gut's barrier function, keeping disease-causing bacterial species from infiltrating the inner layers of the gut, where they might trigger inflammatory immune reactions. Other studies in children have similarly found associations with high intake of whole grains, nuts, vegetables and fruits (plus fish) and a lower risk of developing Crohn's disease. Collectively, we are nowhere near the 30 different plants-per-week goalpost. A recent report found that 60% of the plant-based calories in the typical modern diet come from just three crops: wheat, corn and rice. Even those of us actively engaged on a wellness journey might stop and take stock: How many different plant species does your purportedly anti-inflammatory grain-free, soy-free, legume-free, nightshade-free diet comprise? Your keto diet? Your carnivore diet? How will a days-long bone broth regimen nourish your closest allies in gut health? Our fear-based public dialogue on diet is increasingly centered on foods to avoid in an attempt to limit exposure to toxins   both real and imagined. The resulting efforts to cut out certain foods in their various manifestations has us defining health based on what we avoid rather than what we eat. The science, however, suggests we'd be better off doing the opposite: How many different, fiber-rich, plant based foods can we eat on a regular basis? We're not just eating for one. Each one of us is eating for trillions. I, for one, am thinking a lot more about what it means to be a good host. 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Over the last several seasons the Washington Capitals have been navigating a tricky cap situation, regularly sitting right at the upper limit with very little flexibility. As the 2019 offseason gets underway, they have some tough decisions regarding how to keep their group competitive without overspending. Players such as Brett Connolly could end up as cap casualties after earning raises, while others may find themselves on the trade block to free up some room. One of the examples of the latter is Andre Burakovsky , whose restricted free agent situation was examined today by Isabelle Khurshudyan of the Washington Post . Khurshudyan breaks down how in the past the Capitals have decided not to issue qualifying offers only to continue negotiations anyway, even using Connolly himself as an example from a few years ago. That's the tactic she expects Washington to use in Burakovsky's case, considering the expensive $3.25 million offer the Capitals would need to extend. Still, it's not like the young forward wants to go anywhere else: I love Washington, I love my teammates, I love everyone around   everything, the organization. My goal is to stay, and hopefully I will be able to. Burakovsky, 24, recorded just 25 points in 76 games this season, the worst scoring rate of his career so far. Originally selected 23rd overall in 2013, he has never seemed to find the offensive production that he experienced in juniors. In fact, with a career high of just 38 points through five seasons for Burakovsky, there is reason to doubt he'll ever really fully reach his potential. The Capitals are still in a window of Stanley Cup contention while the core is in tact but they need to find a way to surround Alex Ovechkin and company with a better supporting cast. Connolly, Carl Hagelin , Devante Smith-Pelly and Brooks Orpik are all scheduled to become unrestricted free agents, leaving some relatively substantial holes on the depth chart. With a new contract for Jakub Vrana the biggest priority of the offseason except perhaps extensions for Nicklas Backstrom and Braden Holtby  Washington has plenty of work to do over the next few weeks. Still, if Burakovsky could be retained on a more inexpensive contract, he would be a very valuable asset. Leaving him without a qualifying offer is obviously a risk because it would make him an unrestricted free agent; but if Burakovsky is committed to the organization it may be the savvy move by GM Brian MacLellan . Teams have until June 25th to submit qualifying offers.


Rolls-Royce has always stood above other luxury cars in terms of engineering and opulence. This 20/25 reinforces that reputation! Over the past 115 years Rolls-Royce has become synonymous with the ultimate in opulence, and the finest of craftsmanship. It is a reputation built on Henry Royce's bedrock of 'Take the best that exists and make it better.' By the 1930's the British marque's portfolio was expanding with the new 20/25 model appealing to a new audience. For those looking to join the rarified world of classic luxury, this 1934 example offered by the Classic Car Club of America could be your solution. The Rolls-Royce 20/25 served as an entry-level model that appealed to a greater number of people than the larger Phantom II model it launched alongside   in fact it proved so popular that it drastically outsold the Phantom II during the interwar years. More on Rolls-Royce The Rolls-Royce Sweptail Is The Most Expensive British Car Ever Jay Leno Drives His 1934 Rolls-Royce With V12 Merlin Engine This was still very much the era of coachbuilt cars, and so this 20/25 plays host to a beautiful Park Ward Sport Sedan body. Its stately shape is divided by two-tone paintwork which was very fashionable for cars of the era. The design is dominated by the traditional Rolls-Royce grille and Spirit of Ecstasy, a true status symbol of the era. The interior is as lavish as you would expect with beautiful woodwork forming the dashboard. Intricate aircraft-like dials fill the instrument binnacle, while a simplistic wheel is offered to the driver. Spacious rear quarters present new fine blue leather upholstery and plenty of privacy afforded by the large C-pillar. AN added luxury of this 20/25 is its sunroof. Under the lengthy hood is a 3.7-liter in-line six-cylinder engine producing just over 25hp. Rolls-Royce packed plenty of innovative engineering into its cars, the 20/25 being no exception. Automatic adjusting radiator louvres to aid with cooling, vibration dampers to isolate mechanical operation from the passengers, and hydraulic dampers in the suspension made for a forward thinking automobile. This 1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25 has previously benefited from a mechanical restoration, and appears in excellent condition. Its current asking price is $49,500. Source: Classic Car Club of America


New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley made his debut on the NFL Top 100 Players list earlier this week, being voted No. 16 overall following a wildly impressive and record-breaking campaign. "He's the best back to come into the NFL since I came into the NFL," Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson said. "As far as potential and going forward, I think he will end up being the best back to play the game." But was No. 16 too low for the explosive Barkley? Former Giants quarterback and current NFL analyst David Carr thinks so. He believes Barkley should have made the top 10 . Saquon did everything for the Giants … and then some Saquon Barkley got hosed. The Giants running back finished his rookie season with 2,028 scrimmage yards - third-most by a rookie in NFL history. He did all of this behind a poor O-line, and I'm convinced he would have been an MVP candidate if the Giants had stayed relevant down the stretch. Yet, he was voted No. 16 in this year's top 100. Look at it this way: Ezekiel Elliott posted 1,994 scrimmage yards as a rookie in 2016, and was voted No. 7 in the ensuing top 100 list. Barkley deserves the same kind of respect. Carr makes a valid point with his Elliott comparison, but it's only a matter of time before Barkley is not only battling for a spot in the top 10, but potentially even the No. 1 spot overall. What say you, Giants fans? Do you believe Barkley was snubbed at No. 16? MORE: Five potential Jeremy Lin landing spots in free agency Steven Jackson gets random drug test from NFL after signing 1-day contract Jordan Crawford says Nike still owes him $500 for his legendary dunk on LeBron Biggest winners from the first week of Packers training camp Vontaze Burfict making a difference for Raiders' defense: 'It's like night and day'


We've been talking a lot about how Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is a guy to watch in 2019 now that he seems poised to be close to a 100-catch guy. One of the big reasons Godwin could see a lot of balls thrown his way is because Pro Bowler and franchise receiving leader Mike Evans will likely see a lot of double teams. But as talented as Evans is, it seems the guys at EA aren't big fans of the Bucs receiver, at least when it comes to assigning him his latest Madden rating. Evans took to Twitter to voice his displeasure after he was given an overall rating of just 91. y'all don't watch film I see @EAMaddenNFL hopefully one day y'all will get it right https://t.co/a09zuQWGik - Mike Evans (@MikeEvans13_) July 15, 2019 A 91 is a good rating if you are an average receiver, but Evans is without question one of, if not the , best receiver in the game today. The Bucs were 5-11 last year, but they were the top receiving team in the NFL. Not surprisingly, Evans had a career best 1,524 receiving yards in the process. At least he didn't have a rating as low as quarterback Jameis Winston. Madden 20 QB ratings: Mahomes: 97 Brady: 96 Rivers: 94 Luck: 92 Wilson: 91 Rodgers: 90 Ryan: 89 Big Ben: 85 Cam: 84 Goff: 83 Baker: 83 Watson: 82 Wentz: 82 Dak: 81 Cousins: 81 Carr: 80 Dalton: 80 Mariota: 79 Stafford: 79 Jimmy G: 78 Foles: 77 Lamar: 76 Winston: 76 Trubisky: 75 - NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) July 15, 2019 MORE: Michael Bisping's cageside reaction to Urijah Faber's stunning KO was too good Trysten Hill may be crowning point on Cowboys star-studded defense Are Colts a possible trade destination for Browns RB Duke Johnson? 2020 Madden Ratings: See where the Lions players are rated Woj: With only 1 open roster spot, Lakers unlikely to sign J.R. Smith


A shooting, several building fires, and a large number of assaults were among the most notable crime incidents to take place in Los Angeles' Hollywood neighborhood the last week in July, according to data from Citizen , which monitors 911 and dispatch calls in real time. Shortly after 3 a.m. on Sunday, July 28, police received a report of shots heard near 1301 N Vista St. A man suffered gunshot wounds to the chest and arm, and was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, according to initial reports. Police have apprehended two suspects and taken them into custody. Firefighters responded to three separate building fires during the last week of July. On the evening of Tuesday, July 30, a building fire was reported at 1455 N Bronson Ave. Two days before, firefighters were seen scaling the roof of an apartment building at 1450 N Vista St., in response to reports of smoke emanating from a fire started by a dryer machine. And just after midnight on the previous Wednesday, July 24, firefighters responded to a trash fire in a commercial building at 741 N Cahuenga Blvd. There were 36 reported assaults in the neighborhood for the week, including a man assaulting passersby with a knife near Sunset Boulevard and N Formosa Avenue around 1:30 a.m. on July 24. There were also 10 reported thefts or robberies, and a variety of reports of persons displaying weapons or exposing themselves in public. A pedestrian was reportedly struck by an electric scooter near Vine Street and Santa Monica Boulevard just before 7 p.m. on July 25. Car crashes also resulted in injuries at N Mansfield Avenue and Santa Monica Boulevard and at Vine Street and Fountain Avenue , both on July 30, as well as at Cahuega Boulevard and Fountain Avenue on July 24. Hollywood is one of Los Angeles' highest crime neighborhoods, according to data from CrimeoMeter , which collects reports from police agencies and validated sources. Crime incidents in Hollywood have increased slightly since July of 2018, although citywide crime has slightly decreased from a year ago. Theft and assault remain the most common offense types in official police reports for the neighborhood. To report a crime in progress or life-threatening emergency, call 911. To report a non-urgent crime or complaint, contact your local police department. Head to CrimeoMeter to get free local crime alerts in your area. To track real-time 911 incidents near you, check out the Citizen app for iPhone and for Android . This story was created automatically using local crime data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about our data sources and local crime methodology. Got thoughts about what we're doing? Go here to share your feedback.


Everyone is already wondering what the Los Angeles Lakers are going to to do this summer. Most people you ask already assume they will strike out on the marquee free agents hitting the market this summer, such as Kyrie Irving, Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson and Jimmy Butler. Even LeBron James is worried that the Lakers front office drama has sabotaged their hopes of landing such stars. So everyone's logical next step is to figure out what the heck the Lakers do with the max cap space that will open up this summer. And a report that surfaced Thursday gave a little fuel to one potential scenario: a trade for LeBron's Banana Boat buddy Chris Paul. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic , Paul and his Houston Rockets running mate James Harden got into an intense argument following their elimination from the playoffs by the Golden State Warriors a few weeks ago. Paul and Harden have both clashed with fellow star teammates before, leading them to partner with one another. So everyone is wondering if the partnership between the two has started to run its course. And with the Lakers potentially hoping to land a star this summer, would they make a move to absorb Paul into their open cap space if they strike out on top free agents? Anything with the Lakers is possible and twitter was abuzz with a potential deal involving Lonzo Ball and the No. 4 pick to Houston for Paul. But would the Lakers or even LeBron James do it? By all accounts, LeBron is a fan of Lonzo Ball's game. The two had an on-court connection, with Ball assisting on more James baskets than any other Laker in games he played in. And Lonzo Ball has gone on the record that the two have gotten even closer since the trade deadline. Meanwhile, Paul is 34 and has three years and $124 million remaining on his contract, including a player option in 2021-22 worth nearly $45 million. Yes, Paul is widely known as LeBron's best friend in the league today, but we must remember his history when considering a trade or a move for a friend of his. James' basketball alliances have always been more pragmatic than his friendships. Let's remember that this is the same James who in the summer of 2014 let Dwyane Wade opt out of $20 million, only to go back to Cleveland to play with a younger stable of players in Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love and Tristan Thompson. Also, the Lakers have been making a big deal about bringing Jason Kidd on their coaching staff to be a mentor to Ball. So, what purpose would he serve on the staff if Ball is gone? Obviously LeBron is trying to be in the background more than ever, so he's not quite in charge. But even if he was running things, it's hard to imagine him pushing for a Ball-for-Paul trade given his track record with these things. Although bringing the Banana Boat crew together would be great for a couple of ESPN features and memes, James has generally shown that he chooses teammates that can help him win over having a good time at work with his friends. MORE: Alex Trebek had a classic response to James Holzhauer's 'two dimes' wager New Packers OLB coach raves about rookie Rashan Gary NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Roundup: Michael Avenatti Charged With Defrauding Stormy Daniels, George RR Martin on Game of Thrones Books, Ron Artest Doc Trailer 49ers LB roles change with new defensive front


NEW YORK ( 1010 WINS ) -- A company based in New York City has recalled raisins that have undeclared sulfites, which have the potential to cause dangerous, life-threatening allergic reactions in some individuals. Deshi Distributors, based in Jamaica, Queens, is recalling 3.5 oz, 7 oz, and 14 oz packages of "Golden Raisins" which were sold in four states, including New York and New Jersey. The raisins have also been sold in Pennsylvania and Michigan. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. Any customers who have purchased these raisins are encouraged to call the company at 718-291-1205. The issues were found in a routine inspection by the New York State Department of Agriculture.and Markets Food Inspector. More details on the recall can be found from the USDA here . Like 1010 WINS on Facebook and follow @1010WINS on Twitter to get breaking news, traffic, and weather for New York City.


Wisconsin winters can be brutal, which means locals know how to enjoy the summer. The annual Summerfest in Milwaukee is one of the largest (and most affordable) music festivals in the U.S., and it's happening June 26 to July 7, so there's just enough time to start making travel plans. The city's Summerfest grounds include more than 10 stages, plus an interactive sports zone and a children's theater and play zone. The venue is located downtown on the Lake Michigan lakefront, near many of the city's famous breweries, as well as restaurants, theaters, galleries and more. It's more doable than you think. According to travel site Skyscanner , there are plenty of flights from Anaheim to Milwaukee in that timeframe, and the prices aren't too shabby. So if you're looking for a change of scenery, here are some deals to put on your to-do list. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in the articles may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Cheapest Milwaukee flights The cheapest flights between Anaheim and Milwaukee are if you leave on June 30 and return from Wisconsin on July 3. Frontier Airlines currently has roundtrip tickets for $435. There are also deals to be had earlier in June. If you fly out of Anaheim on June 27 and return from Milwaukee on July 1, Frontier Airlines can get you there and back for $573 roundtrip. Top Milwaukee hotels To plan your accommodations, here are some of Milwaukee's top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction. The Pfister Hotel (424 E. Wisconsin Ave.) For an all-around top recommendation, consider The Pfister Hotel . The hotel has a 4.6-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $169. Set in the heart of Milwaukee, this hotel is close to the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, the Milwaukee Art Museum and Discovery World. The Iron Horse Hotel (500 W. Florida St.) There's also the 4.7-star rated The Iron Horse Hotel , which has rooms for $169/night. "Great, stylish hotel with gorgeous rooms. The service is top-notch and there are a couple of great bars and restaurants at the hotel," wrote visitor Tom. The InterContinental Milwaukee (139 E. Kilbourn Ave.) A third option is The InterContinental Milwaukee . The 4.4-star hotel has rooms for $126/night. It's close to the Pabst Theater and Milwaukee City Hall. Featured Milwaukee restaurants If you're looking for a popular spot to grab a bite, Milwaukee has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started. Leon's Frozen Custard (3131 S. 27th St.) Let's start with the essentials: ice cream. For a popular option, check out Leon's Frozen Custard , which has an average of five stars out of 13 reviews on Skyscanner. A Milwaukee mainstay for more than 75 years, it's still owned and operated by the original family. "This institution is open all year, and they are open late into the night, at least during the summer," wrote visitor Steve. Beans & Barley Market, Deli & Cafe (1901 E. North Ave.) If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to the Beans & Barley Market, Deli & Cafe , with 4.9 stars from 10 reviews. "I enjoy the sweet potato burrito here any time of day. Everything about this restaurant and co-op is comforting and delicious," wrote reviewer Andrea. Cafe Corazon (3129 N. Bremen St.) Finally, there's the Cafe Corazon , with five stars from five reviews. "Cafe Corazon has delicious Mexican food. The place has character and nice drinks, too," wrote Anya. What to see and do in Milwaukee Not sure what to do in Milwaukee, besides eat and drink? Here are a couple of recommendations, provided by Skyscanner. The Milwaukee Art Museum (700 N. Art Museum Drive) First up is The Milwaukee Art Museum , with 4.8 stars from 36 reviews. The Milwaukee Art Museum is a perfect place for art lovers young and old. With four floors of rotating displays and over 30,000 works of art, there is truly something for everyone. Harley-Davidson Museum (400 W. Canal St.) Lastly, spend some time at the Harley-Davidson Museum , with 4.8 stars from 22 reviews. This museum celebrates the 100-plus-year history of Harley-Davidson motorcycles with trivia, models and exhibits. "This museum is a must-see for motorcycle buffs," wrote visitor Mary. This story was created automatically using flight, hotel, and local attractions data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


A large fire broke out early Friday at a refinery in Philadelphia, the city fire department told CNN, and residents in the area reported hearing loud explosions. The fire started at Philadelphia Energy Solutions between 3 and 4 a.m., according to CNN affiliates. There have been no reports of significant injuries, and authorities are working to account for all of the personnel, according to Philadelphia Energy Solutions spokeswoman Cherice Corely. Residents reported several explosions that were felt in South Jersey and Delaware County, Pennsylvania, according to CNN affiliate WPVI . @6abc @CBSPhilly @FOX29philly Philadelphia energy Solutions Refining Complex at about 4:15 am pic.twitter.com/vK1Vs2MEfR   hood's favorite vegan (@1nicetownbean) June 21, 2019 Emergency management officials are asking people east of the fire to shelter in place. Portions of the I-76 expressway and the city's Platt Bridge are closed, according to the city's Office of Emergency Management. The fire is contained to one refinery, the station reported, citing authorities. The facility is the 10th largest in the US and is the largest oil refining complex on the Eastern seaboard, according to its website. Philadelphia Energy Solutions employs more than 1,000 people and refines 335,000 barrels of crude oil a day.


KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) Dominique Badji and Jesus Ferreira scored and FC Dallas beat Sporting Kansas City 2-0 on Saturday night. Badji opened the scoring for FC Dallas (9-8-5) in the 37th minute. A miscommunication between Sporting KC's Seth Sinovic and Gianluca Busio led to an errant pass into the middle of the penalty area that Michael Barrios chased down and fed to Badji for the finish. Ferreira maneuvered past both Sporting KC center backs, Botond Barath and Matt Besler, and slotted home a close-range finish in the 57th minute. Sporting KC (6-8-7) had its two-game winning streak snapped.


Ralph Bivins has been covering the real estate market in Houston since the late 1980s, when the term "see-through building" was used to describe many of the city's skyscrapers and the central business district was a ghost town after 5 p.m. The longtime Chronicle reporter, who now runs Realty News Report , just published his first book: " Houston 2020 : America's Boom Town - An extreme close up." In it, he explores the projects and personalities that shaped the city's built environment and the challenges that stand to hold Houston back. Hear his conversation with the Chronicle's Nancy Sarnoff on the latest episode of Looped In . Listen in by using the player on this page, or search for "Looped In" on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app and click subscribe.


Oakland Need more barbecue in your life? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue spots in Oakland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings. 1. Uncle Willie's BBQ & Fish Topping the list is Uncle Willie's BBQ & Fish . Located at 614 14th St. (between Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Castro Street), the soul food spot, which offers barbecue and seafood, is the highest-rated barbecue spot in Oakland, boasting four stars out of 223 reviews on Yelp. 2. Gum Wah Restaurant Next up is Chinatown's Gum Wah Restaurant , situated at 345 Eighth St. (between Harrison and Webster streets). With four stars out of 108 reviews on Yelp, the Cantonese spot, which offers barbecue and more, has proved to be a local favorite. 3. Ohgane Korean Restaurant Piedmont Avenue's Ohgane Korean Restaurant , located at 3915 Broadway (between 38th and 40th streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Korean spot, which offers barbecue and more, four stars out of 1,916 reviews. 4. Hancook Hancook , a Korean spot that offers barbecue, hot pot and more in Temescal, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 419 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4315 Telegraph Ave. (between 44th and 43rd streets) to see for yourself. 5. Gogi Time Check out Gogi Time , which has earned four stars out of 1,526 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Korean spot, which offers barbecue and more, at 2600 Telegraph Ave. (between 26th and 27th streets). 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.


Travelers looking to fly from the East Coast to Paris in style can enjoy a luxurious round-trip flight with all-business-class French boutique airline La Compagnie for $1,000 round-trip. The airline, which offers business class flights between Newark International Airport and both Paris and Nice , is currently running a sale on flights booked on its new Airbus A321neo aircraft. Round-trip tickets between Newark Liberty International Airport and Paris Orly Airport are available at $1,000 round-trip from now through spring of 2020. On the new A321neo, which the airline started flying on June 6, travelers can pick from 76 20-inch-wide lie-flat seats. Passengers are also treated to a 58-inch seat pitch and amenities like free access to unlimited high-speed internet, noise-canceling headphones, and a 15.7-inch touchscreen entertainment system. Thick mattresses are placed on seats for comfort, while amenity kits include socks, ear plugs, eye masks, shoe bags to store footwear, and products from Caudalie. Besides these in-flight perks, passengers can also look forward to two free checked bags and free airport lounge access. Travelers interested in the deal will want to act quick, as the sale ends on June 13. Travelers will also want to note that the promo fares are nonrefundable and come with a $500 penalty fee to change a flight.


Citywide Interested in adopting a pet   or just gazing at some delightful doggies? There are dozens of very good dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around San Francisco. Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption. (Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.) Remy, Labrador retriever and Weimaraner mix Remy is a male Labrador retriever and Weimaraner mix being kept at Beyond Rescue . Remy is happy to keep company with other dogs. He's already house-trained. His vaccinations are up to date and he is neutered. Here's more from Remy: Hey it's me, Rémy! I love people and dogs of all shapes and sizes. I'm a chill guy and just need a few daily walks around the neighborhood, a soft bed to rest my bones, lots of cuddles and most of all a family of my very own. All I want is to hang out on the couch with people who love me. I'd also enjoy having some kids around that can scratch my belly until my foot twitches …and other dogs. Apply to adopt Remy today at Petfinder . Kit, pit bull terrier and Labrador retriever mix Kit is a sweet female pit bull terrier and Labrador retriever mix, currently in the care of Grateful Dogs Rescue . Kit wants to be your one and only: She will need a home free of other dogs. She's already vaccinated and spayed. Good news: She is already house-trained. Notes from Kit's caretakers: Everyone who meets Kit describes her as super sweet. She is very calm and quiet. She loves to be close to her humans and snuggle on the couch. She loves to give kisses. She is completely house-trained and can be left alone for hours without a problem, but she loves going for walks and loves to run. She is happy to meet new people. Kit is very quiet and doesn't bark. She knows sit and shake. Her fur is short and soft and she doesn't seem to shed. She can be reactive to other dogs on leash so we are working on teaching her that other dogs are not scary. Read more about Kit on Petfinder . Bubbles, chihuahua and rat terrier mix Bubbles is a female chihuahua and rat terrier mix receiving care from 4 Dogs Farm Rescue . Bubbles is a social butterfly, and she'll get along great with other dogs. Bubbles is already spayed and vaccinated. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. Bubbles' current caretakers say: Bubbles is such a sweet, playful and loving little girl. She is a 6-year-old, 9-pound chihuahua mix. Bubbles is very loyal and loves to snuggle up with her foster mom. Bubbles has hip dysplasia, so she is a little wonky on the back legs, but that doesn't stop her from playing and running. Read more about how to adopt Bubbles on Petfinder . Leo, German shepherd and golden retriever mix Leo is a male German shepherd and golden retriever mix currently housed at Beyond Rescue . Leo plays well with others   he gets along well with other dogs. His vaccinations are already up to date and he is neutered. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. Here's what Leo's friends at Beyond Rescue think of him: Leo is a super smart bundle of curiosity and love. Favorite activities include catch, playing tug, rolling in the grass, learning new tricks and playing with his dog buddies. This treat-oriented pup already knows tons of commands and hand signals, including shake, go to bed, watch me, roll over and high five. This guy needs plenty of exercise. He likes hiking and the beach is his happiest place of all. Older kids are best for him, and he enjoys the company of older, confident dogs (not puppies) who are properly introduced. Leo loves his people, loves to give kisses and loves to play. Read more about Leo on Petfinder . Daisy, pug and pit bull terrier mix Daisy is a sweet female pug and pit bull terrier mix currently residing at Wonder Dog Rescue . Daisy loves other dogs. Have no fear: She is already house-trained. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's spayed. Daisy's current caretakers say: Daisy is a 3-year-old brindle pug/chihuahua/pit bull mix, approximately 20 pounds. Daisy is incredibly sweet and the definition of a lap dog   she loves cuddling with her parents and will curl up on your lap all day if you let her. Daisy has been brought on hikes, to the beach, to equestrian barns, to offices and other high-interaction areas and handled them with grace. She loves playing fetch and running, but is generally low-energy and is content sleeping in the corner of a room for hours. Read more about Daisy on Petfinder . Casey, Pomeranian and chihuahua mix Casey is an adorable female Pomeranian and chihuahua mix staying at Grateful Dogs Rescue . Casey loves to socialize   she'll get along great with your cats and dogs. She is already house-trained. She has been vaccinated and spayed. Notes from Casey's caretakers: Casey is a gentle, older dog that asks for little more than a warm lap, comfy bed, sunny spots throughout the home and love. She is around 10 years old. She's quite tiny weighing about 6 pounds. Casey loves to wander about the garden sniffing every leaf and she doesn't even expect walks. She has a stiff back, so her activity level is low. Casey is interested in other dogs and might enjoy another mellow pup to just quietly spend hours doing nothing. Nothing but loving life and chilling out. Read more about Casey on Petfinder . This story was created automatically using local animal shelter data, then reviewed by an editor. 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Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of cuddly canines up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Seattle, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals. (Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.) Parma, shepherd mix Parma is a charming female shepherd puppy staying at Dog Gone Seattle . Parma is ready to make friends, and she'll get along great with children, cats or dogs. She has all her shots. She's already house-trained. Here's what Parma's friends at Dog Gone Seattle think of her: She loves to give kisses, cuddle, play and run around the yard. She knows how to sit, give us her paw and lay down. She's definitely a little timid around other dogs and seems unsure of them, but she is never aggressive. Read more about how to adopt Parma on Petfinder . Sal, terrier mix Sal is a sweet male terrier puppy in the care of Dog Gone Seattle . Sal is a social butterfly   he's happy to keep company with other dogs. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. Sal has all his shots. Sal's current caretakers say: He is a sweet, goofy and loving pup who absolutely adores his humans. He is pretty shy when it comes to strangers and is looking for a patient home that will help him grow into a confident pup, but he's already being much braver. He's over the moon when he gets to hang out with his four legged friends and could spend all day playing with them. When he's not playing, he loves snuggling up next to you or to sleep in the sun. Apply to adopt Sal today at Petfinder . Cosmo, shepherd and beagle mix Cosmo is a charming male shepherd and beagle puppy staying at Dog Gone Seattle . Cosmo is happy to keep company with kids, cats or dogs. He is already vaccinated. Apply to adopt Cosmo today at Petfinder . Nessie, shepherd and beagle mix Nessie is a sweet female shepherd and beagle puppy currently housed at Dog Gone Seattle . Nessie is as friendly as can be   she loves children, dogs and cats. She already has all of her shots. Read more about Nessie on Petfinder . Echo, shepherd and beagle mix Echo is a lovable male shepherd and beagle puppy being kept at Dog Gone Seattle . Echo gets along well with other dogs, cats and children. He has been vaccinated. Apply to adopt Echo today at Petfinder . Eric, Great Pyrenees and Doberman pinscher mix Eric is a lovable male Great Pyrenees and Doberman pinscher puppy currently residing at Dog Gone Seattle . Eric gets along well with other dogs, cats and children. He's been vaccinated. Here's what Eric's friends at Dog Gone Seattle think of him: He is intelligent, confident, well-balanced and in tune with humans. Eric is surprisingly 'chill' for a puppy. He almost falls asleep getting his bath. He eats like a horse. Apply to adopt Eric today at Petfinder . This story was created automatically using local animal shelter data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


If you've ever grilled a steak before, you know it's no easy task to whip up a piece of meat that is flavorful and juicy. There really is nothing better in the summer than enjoying a delicious piece of steak that's hot off the grill, right? However, most of the time, the way the steak ends up on your plate all comes back to how you prepare the meat in the first place, and marinading is key to making sure the steak will taste great once it's cooked. Well, we're here to let you in on the secret to making the perfect grilled steak. It all comes back to a brunch staple. Yes, really. See, as delicious as a Bloody Mary is as a drink, it makes an even better steak marinade. Yep, a Bloody Mary is the secret to grilling up the best steak ever! That's because the mix of sweet and salty from the tomato juice, the heat from the horseradish and Tabasco, and the acid from the lemon work together to both tenderize and energize an otherwise normal piece of beef. This marinade could work magic on chicken and pork as well, but the bold flavors of a Bloody Mary seem to pair best with a hunk of grilled steak. What's great about this recipe is that it makes for an easy brunch or simple dinner idea that requires very minimal prep work for a big boost in flavor. What could be better? Less work for you, more perfectly grilled steak, and a happy belly. We like it served with grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes for a perfect summertime meal. Check out the full breakdown for a Bloody Mary-spiked skirt steak recipe, and once you've mastered the steak, make sure to check out 43 Seafood Recipes That Are Surprisingly Easy to Make ! The Best Grilled Steak Recipe (Serves 4) What You'll Need 2 cups tomato juice (spicy V8 works best) 2 Tbsp prepared horseradish 4 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 lemon 1⁄2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 10 15 shakes Tabasco sauce Black pepper to taste 1 lb skirt or flank steak How to Make It Combine the tomato juice, horseradish, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire, Tabasco, and pepper in a baking dish, and use a whisk to thoroughly mix. Add the steak and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 12. Preheat a grill. Pour off the marinade and discard. Use a paper towel to pat most of the marinade from the steak. When the grill is very hot, add the steak and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let the meat rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting into thin slices against the grain of the meat. RELATED: These are the easy, at-home recipes that help you lose weight . Eat This Tip Skirt and flank steak are both thin cuts of beef that offer huge flavor and a pleasantly chewy texture at a relatively cheap price tag. Because they're thin, you'll want a very hot grill to ensure you develop a nice char before the interior is overcooked, so keep that in mind when you fire up the grill. And in case you're looking for some unconventional foods you can throw on the grill to eat alongside your steak, we've got you covered! RELATED VIDEO: 5 Easy Pro Tips For Grilling the Perfect Steak (via Buzz60)


Oakland Want to find out about the freshest new spots in Rockridge? From a taco spot to a Thai restaurant, read on for a rundown of the newest businesses to arrive in this area of Oakland. Porque No? Tacos Porque No? Tacos is a breakfast and lunch spot at 5337 College Ave. This new business offers Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch items, like the breakfast burrito, chilaquiles, quesadillas, tortas, tacos and more. Porque No? Tacos currently holds five stars out of 28 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews. Yelper Jenny L., who reviewed Porque No? Tacos on July 12, wrote , "Their tacos are authentic, unpretentious and so delicious. They toast the chorizo so perfectly and you can see them prepare everything to order." Porque No? Tacos is open from 5 a.m. 2 p.m. on Monday-Saturday and 9 a.m. 5 p.m. on Sunday. RareTea RareTea is a bubble tea and coffee spot, offering juices, smoothies and more, located at 5817 College Ave. RareTea specializes in milk tea, fruit tea, smoothies, snow cream and more. There are also snacks like potstickers, spring rolls, fried Oreos, popcorn chicken, cheese fries and more. RareTea currently holds 4.5 stars out of three reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews. Yelper Bryan H., who reviewed RareTea on July 1, wrote , "Very friendly staff. I would recommend the brown sugar boba tea. Yummy." RareTea is open from 11 a.m. 9 p.m. daily. Yimm Yimm is a Thai spot located at 6048 College Ave. This new business specializes in authentic Thai food. On the menu, you'll find items like avocado green curry, duck noodle soup, pad Thai, rice plates, sweet sticky rice with mango and more. Yimm currently holds 4.5 stars out of 60 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews. Yelper Tina C., who reviewed Yimm on July 1, wrote , "What's great about Yimm is the absence of MSG in their food, even the soup. I've been there now four times and each time the food has been satisfying." Yimm is open from 11:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. 10 p.m. on Monday-Saturday and 4 p.m. 9:30 p.m. on Sunday. 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.


Drug overdose deaths in Colorado have fallen for the first time in six years, but experts caution that it doesn't mean the overdose epidemic is winding down. In 2018, 974 people died of a drug overdose in Colorado, down from the state's record of 1,012 deaths in 2017, according to data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. It is the first year overdose deaths have decreased since 2012. Experts hope it's a sign that Colorado has hit its peak of a drug epidemic, but they warn that one year of data is not enough to declare victory. "It's hard to know if it's a blip or a trend, but we're hoping it's flattening out and that it'll start to come down," said Robert Valuck, executive director of the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention. The decrease is largely a due to a drop in prescription opioid overdoses. But deaths from methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl continue to rise. RELATED: FDA chief lays out vision for new pain pills to replace opioids While the death toll improved statewide, that wasn't the case in Denver. The county recorded 172 overdose deaths in 2018, 14 more than 2017, according to the report. The seven-county Denver metro area accounted for 572 of 2018's overdose deaths. Denver's high number of overdose deaths is largely due to its significant population but per capita overdose deaths are similar in Pueblo and San Luis, where the total numbers are smaller but the impact is just as painful, Valuck said. Jalyn Ingalls, a policy analyst at the Colorado Health Institute, said that Colorado has introduced a lot of policies that have helped reduce opioid deaths. Those policies include increasing the accessibility of naloxone, expanding access to medically assisted treatment and creating a prescription drug monitoring program. However, "no one has found a silver bullet policy" when it comes to addressing the epidemic, she said. The increasing rate of fentanyl overdoses is a cause for concern, Ingalls said. The number of deaths blamed on the synthetic opioid more than doubled in three years, reaching 102 deaths in 2018. The Centers for Disease Control has classified the opioid epidemic into three waves of drugs: prescription opioids, then heroin and lastly synthetic opioids, especially illegally-manufactured fentanyl. The third wave may be spreading into Colorado, Ingalls said. "I am worried that we'll continue to see an overdose epidemic," she said. Related Articles Medical pot laws no answer for U.S. opioid deaths, study says Checkup Denver: LGBTQ health care barriers, kratom ban for minors and more Colorado health news Castle Rock bans underage sales of kratom, the controversial herbal extract NFL and players' union to study potential use of marijuana for pain management Kirk Bol, manager of the state health department's vital statistics program, said that from what the department has heard, much of the fentanyl coming into Colorado is illegally produced and distributed. The state also is concerned about a trend of people overdosing on a combination of drugs. That's partly because street drugs are being combined with other ingredients. "Folks may not know what it is they're purchasing, which makes them particularly dangerous drugs to use," he said.


The Indianapolis Colts have a level of interest in pursuing free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy. McCoy was released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday after nine seasons since being the No. 3 overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. Now available, McCoy is a target for the Colts, first reported by Mike Chappell of Fox59. "A source with knowledge of the situation confirmed the Colts have a level of interest in the 6′ 4″, 300-pound McCoy. They either have had or will have internal discussions regarding whether to actively pursue him." The Colts have made it clear they like their interior defensive line the way it stands now, but adding McCoy to the rotation would be a serious upgrade to both the three-technique and the one-technique positions. A solid fit for the one-gap attacking front the Colts implement, McCoy has earned six Pro Bowl selections and one First-Team All-Pro selection. In 123 games (all starts), McCoy has recorded 54.5 sacks and 140 quarterback hits. It remains to be seen if McCoy will be signed, but there is interest from the Colts. MORE: Jim and Pam from 'The Office' square off in the Stanley Cup Final Packers rookie Darnell Savage impresses with intelligence early at OTAs Jon Gruden 'excited' to see Raiders DT Eddie Vanderdoes this offseason Under the offseason spotlight, Freddie Kitchens has shone Roundup: Stranger Things Returning July 4th; Blues Make Stanley Cup Final; U.S. Intercepts Russian Bombers Off Coast of Alaska


ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Cristian Roldan scored and the Seattle Sounders played Minnesota United to a 1-1 draw Saturday night. Minnesota's Ike Opara cleared an entry that Roldan first-timed from well outside the area to make it 1-1 in the 41st minute. Defender Romain Metanire stumbled as he tried to stop the Seattle attack on the left side, setting up a cross that Opara headed directly to Roldan. He blasted a bending right-footer past the outstretched arms of diving goalkeeper Vito Mannone and just inside the post. Opara opened the scoring for United in the 26th. Jan Gregus played a free kick from 30 yards out to the far post where Opara leaped to head home a side-netter. Minnesota (4-3-3) is unbeaten in its last three games, conceding just one goal. Seattle (5-1-4) is winless in its last four games after a six-match unbeaten streak, including five wins, to open the season. Related slideshow: Best of MLS season (provided by imagn)


An Arizona woman had contemplated killing her mother years before smothering her with a pillow on Monday and setting a bottle of gin on the dead body, according to court documents. After Holly Brennan, 46, had used a pillow to suffocate 79-year-old Sharon Simmons, she walked to a convenience store and bought two bottles of liquor   vodka for herself and gin for her mother, Arizona Central reported, citing court documents. Police found Simmons in a bedroom with the alcohol bottle on her stomach and a pillow partially covering her face. MASSACHUSETTS TEEN COULD GET LIFE IN PRISON AFTER DECAPITATING FORMER CLASSMATE The documents claimed Brennan had called Scottsdale police twice around 2 p.m. after her mother's death. "My name is Holly, and I need police here," she initially said. Brennan then called a second time and reportedly said, "I killed my mom." When police asked Brennan how her mother died, she allegedly admitted to "smothering" her. Brennan threatened to kill her mother on at least two occasions   once in a 2017 Facebook post, which later led to her arrest, and again in 2018, according to the documents. At that time, however, she sought treatment. The 46-year-old reportedly detailed her actions in an interview with police after being taken to the Maricopa County Jail. Brennan said she pushed the 79-year-old onto her bed, climbed on top of her and pressed a pillow to her face, according to Arizona Central. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP She said she had decided to kill her mother mere minutes before doing so, according to the documents. Brennan will face a charge of second-degree murder, the paper reported.


Right-hander Jake Arrieta entered free agency in winter 2017 after a four-year run as one of the majors' premier starters. Arrieta was toiling as a back-end starter with the Orioles just a few years before, but he turned his fortunes around with the Cubs. Not only was he part of the Cubs' World Series drought-breaking team in 2016, but he won the 2015 NL Cy Young Award and posted a 2.73 ERA/3.16 FIP with 8.89 K/9 and 2.73 BB/9 in 803 innings and 128 starts in a Chicago uniform. If Arrieta had his druthers, he likely would have stayed on the North Side of Chicago, where he became a beloved figure. However, the Cubs' Theo Epstein-led front office wasn't willing to pony up for the Scott Boras client when he hit free agency. The Cubs weren't alone in that regard. There were reports Arrieta had designs on a $200M-plus contract when he reached the open market, but after upward of four months in free agency, he settled for the Phillies' three-year, $75M guarantee in March 2018. While the Phillies hoped they were landing a front-line starter at something of a discounted cost, they've essentially gotten mediocrity to this point. Arrieta continued his years-long run of durability in 2018, notching 31 starts and 172 2/3 frames, though the results weren't great. He logged a 3.96 ERA/4.26 ERA with 7.19 K/9, 2.97 BB/9 and a 51.6 percent groundball rate. Respectable numbers? Absolutely. Worth ace-caliber pay? No. Now 33 years old, Arrieta's amid his worst season since 2013, when the Cubs pulled him from the Orioles' scrapheap. He has pitched to a 4.43 ERA/5.14 FIP with 7.03 K/9, 3.47 BB/9 and a 52 percent grounder mark. Despite his continued penchant for inducing grounders, Arrieta has degenerated into a back-end starter. As a result, there's basically no chance he'll vacate the remainder of his contract after the season. Arrieta's pact gives him the right to opt out of his $20M salary for 2020 in favor of free agency. On the other hand, the Phillies could void his opt-out to pay him $40M from 2021-22. It appears you can forget that on both counts, though. Beyond simply looking at Arrieta's basic numbers, leaks in his foundation are manifest. His average fastball velocity is hovering in the high-92 mph range for the third straight season, down from 94-95 in his best days. As noted before, he's striking out fewer batters and walking more. Home runs have also become a major problem for Arrieta, who yielded long balls on 10.9 percent of flies from 2013-18 but is up to 21.4 percent in that category this year. Among qualified starters, only the Cubs' Yu Darvish (whom they chose over Arrieta) and the Cardinals' Dakota Hudson have allowed more HRs per fly ball. Looking at Arrieta's bloated HR rate, it's no surprise he's fooling fewer hitters than he did during his peak. Arrieta's 7.4 percent swinging-strike rate is his worst since 2010, when he debuted in the bigs, while his 27 percent chase rate is his lowest ever. When hitters have gone after Arrieta's pitches, they've made much more impactful contact than before, evidenced by a hard-hit rate (37.9 percent) that easily ranks as the highest of his career. And it hasn't been a matter of bad luck for Arrieta, whose expected weighted on-base average against (.338) is almost identical to his xwOBA (.337), according to Statcast . While searching for further causes for Arrieta's decline, it's obvious a change in pitch usage has played a role. In 2015, when Arrieta won his sole Cy Young, he fired sinkers at a 33 percent rate, complementing those with sliders (29 percent), four-seamers (18), curveballs (15) and changeups (5). Those pitches all yielded good to dominant results   including against left-handed batters, who posted a dreadful .205 wOBA against him. Nowadays, though, Arrieta's tossing his sinker 54 percent of the time and his change at roughly 17 percent, with his slider (15) and curve (12) next. For all intents and purposes, he has scrapped his four-seamer. Arrieta's oft-used sinker and slider have been the main the sources of his problems in 2019, according to Statcast , which credits hitters with a .373 wOBA/.372 xwOBA against the former pitch and a .413/.413 line versus the latter. And lefties   whom Arrieta once stifled   have smashed him for a .384 wOBA. Including his 2019 performance, the Phillies have gotten an OK starter in Arrieta   not the front-line righty they wanted when they signed him. His presence couldn't help the club to the playoffs last year and doesn't look as if it'll be a key reason if the Phillies make it this season. Considering that, it appears the two sides will be tied together through 2020.


The Sehawks will have plenty of rookies hanging around. In addition to an 11-man draft class (impressive for a team which started with four picks), the Seahawks added another dozen undrafted rookies Friday. The team announced the signings of the following players: Quarterback Taryn Christion, tight end Mik'Quan Deane, wide receiver Terry Wright, safety Jalen Harvey, cornerback Derrek Thomas, cornerback Davante Davis, defensive tackle Jay-Tee Tiuli, guard Demetrius Knox, defensive tackle Bryan Mone, tight end Justin Johnson, wide receiver Jazz Ferguson, and running back Adam Choice. Christion is an interesting two-way quarterback prospect from South Dakota State. He was 33-11 as a starter, and finished with 13,050 yards of total offensive (including 1,515 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns). He's the third quarterback on the roster at the moment, behind Russell Wilson and Paxton Lynch .