New Jersey State

Miami, FL

Columbus, OH

Lexington, KY

Ian Jackson said he "wanted" to play college basketball at Kentucky and "thought" he would end up in Lexington during a recent episode of his podcast, The Captain Jack Podcast. However, the five-star prospect committed to North Carolina on Jan. 15, 2023, and cited Hubert Davis was the main reason why.

Ian Jackson Discloses That He 'Wanted' to Commit to Kentucky, Hubert Davis Swayed Him to UNC

West Virginia State

Fort Worth, TX

TCU offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Kendal Briles already has his quarterback for the Frogs' 2025 class in four-star Ty Hawkins. He's hitting the recruiting trail heavily for the next class, offering several 2026 targets. He recently offered another talented 2026 signal caller, offering Orlando (FL) Jones quarterback Dereon Coleman. The 6-foot-1,...

TCU offers 2026 four-star QB Dereon Coleman

Lincoln, NE

247Sports

The Husker defense will come back to those scrimmages in the fall with a much fuller arsenal than was seen in the spring game. But Mikai Gbayor wasn't leaning on that as an out when talking about the standard for Nebraska's defense – no matter who is on the field. Yes, you could name off about eight to 10 key defenders who either didn't play or barely played on that last Saturday in April.

Gbayor wants to 'keep applying the culture' as Huskers chase 3 and beyond

Indiana State

Durham, NC

The battle for the No. 1 spot at the top of the college basketball transfer portal team rankings remains close. The battle for the No. 1 spot at the top of the college basketball transfer portal team rankings remains close — for now. Arkansas still holds the top spot, but Indiana and several others are not far behind heading into the back half of May. Duke and Washington are among the risers with high-profile commitments in the past week. Both teams are now positioned inside the top 25 of the transfer portal team rankings.

College basketball transfer portal team rankings: Indiana fights for No. 1, Duke rises in latest top 25 update

Las Vegas, NV

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Henderson, NV

The Quick Historian

In a distressing incident that has shaken the community, Nevada parents Misty and Jeffery Scanlan have been arrested on charges of child abuse/neglect after their 11-year-old child was found confined in a "large metal enclosure." The arrest came to light when officers were summoned to investigate a truancy issue.

Parents arrested after 11-year-old found in metal enclosure

North Carolina State

Chapel Hill, NC

DURHAM, N.C. — North Carolina will have to wait to lock up the top seed for the approaching ACC baseball tournament. The Tar Heels fell to Duke 5-3 in the opener of the teams' final regular-season series on Thursday night here at Coombs Field. UNC arrived needing a victory against the rival Blue Devils or a loss by Clemson to Boston College in order to clinch the No. 1 seed assignment for next week's conference tournament, and got neither.

UNC Falls at Duke in Series Opener, Must Wait on ACCT Top Seed

Georgia State

Catoosa County, GA

Ringgold, GA

In a disturbing case from Catoosa County, Georgia, 24-year-old Dillan Michael Tennant has been sentenced to a minimum of 15 years in prison after being found guilty of two counts of first-degree cruelty to children.

Man who beat children, 2 & 3, over dirty bedroom is sentenced

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

The Jacksonville Humane Society has received hundreds of kittens this year — most of them in the past month — and the organization is asking for help in caring for the fur babies.

Hundreds of kittens land at Jax Humane Society

Missouri State

Kansas City, MO

CJ Coombs

The George H. Nettleton Home is at 5125 Swope Parkway in Kansas City, Missouri. It was constructed in 1915-1917 and designed by the local architect firm of Wilder and Wight. On October 14, 1999, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Historic Kansas City, Missouri nursing home: the George H. Nettleton Home

With his performance at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago this week, Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard likely solidified himself as a top-5 pick and according to ESPN NBA Draft analyst Jonathan Givony, is among the players in the mix to go No. 1 overall to the Atlanta Hawks. Sheppard recorded...

Reed Sheppard shares his thoughts on John Calipari, Mark Pope

Kansas State

Lawrence, KS

Kansas basketball has landed a commitment from a local prospect. On Tuesday, Will Thengvall — a native of Wichita — announced his commitment to KU. He was in Lawrence on Monday for a visit to meet with KU's coaches. He will join the program as a walk-on this summer after he graduates from Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School.

KU basketball picks up walk-on commitment from a Kansas native

South Carolina State

Tallahassee, FL

Incoming defensive tackle D'Nas "Debo" White is excited to work and contribute for Florida State. In an effort to better familiarize Florida State fans with members of the remaining newcomers from the 2024 recruiting class who did not enroll early for the spring, Noles247 is speaking with as many of these new 'Noles as possible prior to their summer enrollment in Tallahassee.

New Noles: D'Nas 'Debo' White is ready to get to work at FSU

A corrections officer is one of 17 people who have been arrested after a six-month investigation into illegal drug trafficking at the Duval County jail. Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters on Tuesday announced the arrest of corrections officer Kobe Collett, 23, the fifth employee the agency has arrested this year.

Corrections officer among 17 charged in Duval jail drug ring

A Jacksonville man who spent more than 44 years in prison is suing over his wrongful arrest. Willie Williams was convicted of attempted murder in a store robbery in 1975 and sentenced to life in prison, a crime he always insisted he did not commit. He was paroled in 2020 at age 79.

Freed Jacksonville man sues after 44 years in prison

Cape May, NJ

Somers Point, NJ

Morristown Minute

Austin T. Mahan misused USPS credit cards for personal purchases totaling over $54,000. Austin T. Mahan, 44, of Cape May Court House, New Jersey, pled guilty today to misappropriating postal funds, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Mahan admitted to the charge before U.S. District Judge Christine P. O’Hearn.

Postal Supervisor Embezzles $54K in USPS Funds

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Chewbacca, nicknamed Chewy, who they describe as a funny fella who loves everyone. “This adorable mutt is built like an oversized Shih Tzu and weighs 25 lbs. Since he was found as a stray and never claimed, we don't know much about his past.” Chewy has a personality as unique as his looks. "He is overly friendly with all, dogs included. He can come on a bit strong but in the kindest way. He wants everyone to be his friend!" states the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, who is currently caring for Chewy until he finds his forever home.

Meet Chewbacca: The "Funny Fella" Looking For Love

Miami Beach, FL

Key Biscayne, FL

Hialeah, FL

Miami Gardens, FL

North Miami Beach, FL

Hollywood, FL

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Miami extends offers to several notable 2026 prospects

Starting on Monday, Millville (N.J.) edge rusher Jayden Jones was the first 2026 prospect to announce his offer from Miami. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound defender also holds...

Miami extends offers to several notable 2026 prospects

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