Associated Press News & Breaking Stories

James Madison University football head coach Curt Cignetti joins ESPN College GameDay in Harrisonburg, Va., with a record-breaking crowd.

"College Game Day" comes to James Madison University, with head coach Curt Cignetti and fans rallying against NCAA's decision.

Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic takes indefinite leave of absence from team after undisclosed incident, team providing support and assistance.

Miami Heat take on Chicago Bulls in a bid to extend their winning streak. DeRozan and Herro are top performers.

Former Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is working out for the Cleveland Browns, who need a QB after losing Deshaun Watson.

Roger Waters was rejected by hotels in Argentina and Uruguay over accusations of antisemitism, which he denies, ahead of his tour.

Hotels in Argentina and Uruguay reject reservations for Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters over accusations of antisemitism.

Cassie accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of yearslong abuse and rape, including beatings, drug use, and forced sex with other men.

Gerrit Cole won his first American League Cy Young Award, and Blake Snell took home Cy Young honors in the National League.

"Minor Earthquake Strikes Standard, Illinois. Epicenter located 100 miles southwest of Chicago. 3.6 magnitude quake not anticipated to cause significant damage."

Deshaun Watson's season is over, leaving the Cleveland Browns without a franchise quarterback, after sustaining a fracture in his throwing shoulder.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to victory with 28 points and 7 steals, breaking team record with 19 steals.

Pacers snap Sixers' 8-game winning streak. Heat remain unbeaten, Pelicans and Hawks win, Magic lose, Thunder earn first tourney win.

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Timberwolves to a 104-101 victory over the Warriors in an intense game with three early ejections.

Arizona's win at Duke sets the stage for the State Farm Champions Classic in Chicago between top-ranked Kansas and No. 17 Kentucky.

Students at Georgetown University and other college campuses are organizing to protest Starbucks on Red Cup Day. The Red Cup Rebellion is growing.

Israeli soldier held captive by Hamas confirmed dead. Israel's military confirms the death of Noa Marciano, 19, held captive in Gaza.

Geno Smith led the Seahawks to a victory with a thrilling fourth-quarter finish, keeping them atop the NFC West.

UK leader Rishi Sunak appoints David Cameron as foreign secretary in a bid to reset his faltering government.

Browns QB Deshaun Watson gets MRI on ankle after win at Baltimore. Coach Stefanski awaits results on CB Denzel Ward.

New House Speaker Mike Johnson's "first big clash" with lawmakers over "unconventional" two-step bill could lead to government shutdown.

Secret Service agents protecting Joe Biden's granddaughter Naomi opened fire on 3 people trying to break into their vehicle. No injuries reported.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud led a game-winning drive with 356 passing yards, beating the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud leads team to last-minute victory over Cincinnati Bengals, finishing with 356 yards passing.

Patriots' quarterback Mac Jones faces tough questions after 10-6 loss to Colts. Backup Bailey Zappe played in the fourth quarter.

González scores go-ahead goal as Gotham FC wins NWSL title, Rapinoe exits with injury. Crowd deflated, Krieger hugs her.

Deion Sanders leads the Colorado Buffaloes against No. 21 Arizona on Saturday. Arizona's impressive turnaround is a must-see.

Alabama aims to continue its winning streak in SEC showdown at Kentucky. A victory could secure a spot in the SEC Championship.

SZA leads the 66th Grammy Awards with nine nominations. Female acts outperformed their male counterparts. New categories include best pop dance recording.

Big Ten bans Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh amid sign-stealing allegations. Wolverines face Penn State in crucial Big Ten East showdown.

LeBron James looked injured, but he led the Lakers to a win over the Suns with 32 points. Kevin Durant had 38.

"Minnesota Timberwolves defeat San Antonio Spurs in In-Season Tournament opener, led by standout performance from rookie Victor Wembanyama."

Joel Embiid led the 76ers to their seventh straight win, while Luka Doncic scored 44 points in a Mavericks victory.

The Philadelphia 76ers extend their winning streak to seven games with a 114-106 victory over the Detroit Pistons in the NBA.

Lionel Messi celebrates his eighth Ballon D'Or win with Inter Miami in a pregame ceremony, marking the end of his first year.

Big Ten bans Harbaugh from coaching at Michigan's three remaining regular-season games, but Michigan could take legal action to block the ban.

Trae Young scores 41 points, leads Hawks to 120-119 victory over Magic in Mexico City in regular-season game.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scores NBA season-high 54 points, but Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-124 after Tyrese Haliburton's go-ahead 3-pointer.

Republican Gov. Tate Reeves declared victory in the Mississippi governor's race, with Democratic challenger Brandon Presley conceding. Stay tuned for updates!

Kentucky voters will choose a governor as Beshear faces strong opposition. Polls show a close race. The election will come down to turnout.

Newcastle United faces Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League on Nov. 7, 2023. Italian players Fagioli and Tonali face betting investigations.

Chicago Cubs make surprising managerial moves, hiring Craig Counsell and firing David Ross. Counsell signs record-breaking deal worth over $40 million.

The Dallas Cowboys are hoping to make it to the playoffs for the first time since 1995 despite being two losses behind the NFC East-leading Philadelphia Eagles. Quarterback Dak Prescott's passing game is improving, but the running game needs help. The Cowboys' kicking game has been strong with rookie Brandon Aubrey setting an NFL record. The offensive line's cohesion is a concern, and the team is awaiting the return of linebacker Leighton Vander Esch. The Cowboys have three upcoming games against teams with losing records and five against teams with winning records.

The New York Mets have hired Carlos Mendoza as their manager, replacing Buck Showalter. Mendoza, a former Yankees bench coach, takes over a struggling Mets team.

The Cleveland Guardians have hired Stephen Vogt, a journeyman catcher, as their new manager to replace Terry Francona.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will not play against the Green Bay Packers due to a sprained thumb.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds plans to endorse Ron DeSantis for president, giving his 2024 campaign a boost against Donald Trump.

Don James, former University of Washington football coach, dies at 80 from pancreatic cancer. He led the Huskies to a perfect season in 1991.

Air Force has been ranked 25th in the initial College Football Playoff rankings, but will need to overcome Tulane to secure a spot in a lucrative New Year's Six Bowl.

Aaron Rodgers, the New York Jets quarterback, expresses hope to return to the field this season after tearing his Achilles tendon.