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University of Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders and the hype surrounding the team's games have led to increased TV ratings and audience engagement.

The Powerball jackpot has reached $835 million after 29 consecutive drawings without a winner. The odds of winning are 1 in 292.2 million.

Week 4 College Football Playoff contenders graded on their performances, including thrilling wins, dominant shutouts, and disappointing struggles.

Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix shines in a 42-6 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes, completing 28-of-33 passes for 276 yards and three touchdowns. Nix continues to impress and could be a first-round draft pick.

The Oregon Duck mascot suffered a wardrobe malfunction during a football game but the Ducks dominated the Colorado Buffaloes, winning 42-6.

Oregon State loses to Washington State despite a strong rushing attack and dominant performance by Deshaun Fenwick.

Haley Van Voorhis became the first woman to play in an NCAA college football game at a position other than kicker or punter.

Get ready for an intense showdown as Ole Miss faces Alabama at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Ole Miss has shown impressive offensive firepower while Alabama has vulnerabilities.

No. 19 Colorado vs. No. 10 Oregon highlights this week's slate of college football games. Watch the game on ABC.

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders is proving to be one of the best quarterbacks in college football, catching attention from scouts and NFL Draft analysts. Sanders has displayed outstanding physical tools and mental prowess, and has been compared to Geno Smith. He has a high completion rate and TD-INT line in the second half of games. Sanders may stay at Colorado in 2024 or declare for the NFL Draft.

Texas climbs to No. 4 in the AP Top 25 after defeating Alabama, marking their first top-five ranking since 2010.

The No. 12 Utah Utes and Baylor Bears are set to face off in a non-conference game. Watch the game on Saturday.

Don't miss the highly anticipated Week 2 matchup between Georgia Bulldogs and Ball State Cardinals in college football.

Get ready for the opening weekend of college football in 2023 with predictions for every top 25 team.

Florida State and Colorado were the big winners in Week 1, moving up in the latest AP Top 25 poll.

Labor Day, which is often associated with sales and barbecues, actually has its roots in the 19th-century fight for fair working conditions. It was originally designed to honor workers and their contributions to society. The holiday evolved over time and became less associated with unions, and the rule against wearing white after Labor Day has largely disappeared.

Labor Day is more than just the end of summer - it is a holiday dedicated to the achievements of American workers.

Wyoming stuns Texas Tech 35-33 in double-overtime with a walk-off touchdown and 2-point conversion in the season opener.

No. 15 Oregon Ducks dominate Portland State in a record-setting 81-7 victory, showcasing a high-powered offense and overwhelming defense.

Iowa State opens the 2023 college football season against Northern Iowa, with questions surrounding their starting quarterback and defensive line.

The Utah Utes are set to host the Florida Gators in an entertaining interconference matchup. The Utes have a potentially better team and are aiming for a third consecutive conference title. The Gators are desperate for a win after back-to-back losing seasons. This will be the third meeting between the two teams, with the Gators winning both previous matchups.

Tropical Storm Hilary brings heavy rains and warnings of life-threatening flooding to California, prompting evacuations and states of emergency.

Deadly floodwaters hit Mexico's Baja California as Tropical Storm Hilary moves into Southern California, with flash floods expected as far north as Idaho.

Deadly floodwaters hit Mexico's Baja California as Tropical Storm Hilary moves ashore, bringing torrential rain to Southern California.

Wildfires in Hawaii are particularly damaging due to a dangerous combination of high winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation. Climate change is increasing the likelihood of extreme weather events.

The Big Ten has accepted Oregon and Washington as new members, while the Big 12 is set to raid the Pac-12 further.

The defection of six Pac-12 schools raises questions for UNLV's quest to join a Power Five conference.

The Big Ten has voted to admit Oregon and Washington to the conference, expanding its membership to 18 universities.

US gas prices are continuing to rise, with the average price in Fresno increasing from $4.69 to $4.84 in just over a week. The national average is $3.82 per gallon. The rising prices are unusual given that fewer people are fueling up their cars this summer compared to previous years. The increase in gas prices is due to a combination of factors including record temperatures, which have caused refineries to operate below capacity, and production cuts by major oil-producing countries.

Canada's worst wildfire season has caused toxic smoke to spread across the US, affecting air quality in 20 states. The smoke contains fine particulate matter, which can cause short-term health effects such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, as well as long-term effects like asthma and heart disease. Major cities including Chicago have experienced poor air quality, prompting warnings for vulnerable groups to stay indoors. Red flag warnings have also been issued in parts of Washington, Oregon, and Colorado due to dry conditions that increase the risk of wildfires.

Deadly weather conditions affect millions across the US with extreme heat, poor air quality, and severe storms.

Lake Tahoe has the third highest concentration of microplastics in the world, according to a study published in the journal Nature. Researchers found traces of microplastics in all of the 38 lakes and reservoirs they tested from six continents. The levels of microplastics in Lake Tahoe, which is less densely populated and has no sewage flowing into it, were higher than those in the ocean's garbage patches. The researchers are unsure how the plastics got into the freshwater lakes and are also examining the effects of the microplastics on the surrounding ecosystems.

Northern Lights to be visible in multiple US states this week.

Dillon Brooks signs four-year, $80 million contract with Houston Rockets.

Virgin Galactic successfully launches first commercial flight to edge of space with Italian crew.