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Alaska official weighing disqualification of candidate who shares name with Sen. Sullivan
politics2 months ago

Alaska official weighing disqualification of candidate who shares name with Sen. Sullivan

Alaska’s Division of Elections signaled it may disqualify challenger Dan Sullivan from the August primary due to a name-and-party clash with incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan, giving him a deadline to submit more information after finding the preponderance of evidence did not support eligibility. The challenger says he had no coordination with the Peltola campaign and denies wrongdoing, while Lt. Gov. Dahlstrom has opened an investigation into his candidacy, raising questions about ballot access and voter confusion in a high-profile Senate race.

Newcomers Take Center Stage: 2026 All-Star Debut Contenders Across MLB
sports2 months ago

Newcomers Take Center Stage: 2026 All-Star Debut Contenders Across MLB

As fan voting opens for the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, this power ranking highlights a top first-time All-Star candidate for each team, spanning stars like Braves catcher Drake Baldwin, Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages, Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler, Brewers pitcher Kyle Harrison, and Rays veteran Nick Martinez, among others such as Parker Messick (Guardians), Brandon Marsh (Phillies), Luke Raley (Mariners), Oneil Cruz (Pirates), and Nico Hoerner (Cubs). The piece underscores the mix of breakout newcomers and seasoned players vying for a first All-Star nod across 30 clubs.

Fresh Democratic Faces Poised to Shape the 2026 Midterms
politics2 months ago

Fresh Democratic Faces Poised to Shape the 2026 Midterms

Democrats advanced a diverse slate in New Jersey, Iowa and California after Tuesday’s primaries: Rebecca Bennett (NJ-7) and Adam Hamawy (NJ-12) with military backgrounds, Josh Turek (Iowa) a Paralympian running for an open Senate seat, Rob Sand (Iowa) seeking the governorship, and Scott Wiener (California) moving toward a Pelosi-era SF district runoff. The group underscores Democrats’ growing appeal in competitive districts ahead of the 2026 midterms as they push healthcare, economic reform and inclusion agendas.

Sixers weigh candidates as they hunt a new basketball ops chief
sports3 months ago

Sixers weigh candidates as they hunt a new basketball ops chief

Bob Myers is guiding day-to-day Sixers basketball operations while the team searches for a new president of basketball operations. Insider chatter has floated several candidates, including Onsi Saleh (Hawks GM) as a top target but interview chances hinge on permission; Vince Rozman, a longtime Sixers executive now focusing on draft work; Neil Olshey, a controversial former Blazers executive; and Jameer Nelson, a rising internal candidate who could be elevated. With Morey out and the 2026 NBA Draft approaching, a hire may take time and more names could surface.

Five candidates emerge to lead the Sixers after Morey’s departure
sports3 months ago

Five candidates emerge to lead the Sixers after Morey’s departure

Philadelphia's 76ers parted ways with Daryl Morey after six seasons; with an Eastern Conference Finals drought, Bob Myers will lead the search and five candidates—Dennis Lindsey, Dave Telep, Matt Lloyd, Nick U'Ren, and Vince Rozman—are in the mix, though internal options like Myers or Elton Brand could surface but seem less likely.

UNC’s Coaching Dilemma: Lloyd, May, or Donovan as Next Head Coach
sports4 months ago

UNC’s Coaching Dilemma: Lloyd, May, or Donovan as Next Head Coach

UNC is weighing three prominent candidates—Arizona's Tommy Lloyd, Michigan's Dusty May, and Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan—for its next men’s basketball head coach. Lloyd offers a proven winning track record and UNC ties but comes with a multimillion-dollar buyout and cross-country relocation; May has star-turn credentials from FAU and a Michigan revival, plus a potential UNC connection via Sean May, but his tenure at Michigan is brief and he may seek stability elsewhere; Donovan brings elite college coaching pedigree from Florida, but his NBA tenure hasn’t repeated that success, he’s the oldest option, and timing could clash with UNC’s post-season schedule and the transfer portal window.

Syracuse's Next Head Coach: A Fresh Shortlist of Contenders
sports5 months ago

Syracuse's Next Head Coach: A Fresh Shortlist of Contenders

After firing Adrian Autry, Syracuse is launching a national coaching search with a diverse mix of candidates from high-major and mid-major programs, rising assistants, and alum options. The list includes names like Josh Schertz, Bryan Hodgson, Kyle Smith, and Shaheen Holloway, along with assistants Luke Murray and Kimani Young, plus several mid-major targets such as Jerrod Calhoun and Eric Olen. The piece weighs fit, offensive philosophy, and recruiting ability, cautions against parachute hires or re-hires who failed at the high-major level, and notes updates on candidate statuses, ending with a prompt for readers to share their top three choices.

California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026
politics5 months ago

California's Open Governor Contest Sets Stage for 2026

With Governor Newsom term-limited and Pelosi retiring, California's 2026 governor race is wide open. The June 2 primary will determine the two finalists for November among a crowded field of Democrats (Xavier Becerra, Matt Mahan, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Eric Swalwell, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Betty Yee) plus Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton and Green Party candidate Butch Ware, with voters focused on housing, homelessness, taxes, and the state’s relationship with the federal government.

politics6 months ago

New York GOP midterm crunch: cash short, bench thin, Trump in the frame

In a deeply blue New York, the GOP is grappling with fundraising shortfalls, a dearth of viable statewide contenders after Elise Stefanik’s exit, and a campaign landscape tethered to Trump as it defends a shrinking set of House battlegrounds; Bruce Blakeman leads the ticket but faces tough polling against Gov. Kathy Hochul, while several would-be rivals have abandoned races, leaving the party with a thinner bench and uncertain prospects in key districts.

Steelers press ahead with in-person head coach interviews with multiple candidates
sports7 months ago

Steelers press ahead with in-person head coach interviews with multiple candidates

The Steelers have begun in-person interviews for their next head coach, with Anthony Weaver (Dolphins DC), Mike McCarthy (former Packers/Cowboys head coach), and Brian Flores (Vikings DC) among the reported candidates; earlier in the week they conducted virtual interviews with Ejiro Evero, Jeff Hafley, Klay Kubiak, Jesse Minter, Nate Scheelhaase and Chris Shula, and in-person interviews are set to continue for selected candidates.

Six NFL Coaching Openings Narrow to a Crowded Field
sports7 months ago

Six NFL Coaching Openings Narrow to a Crowded Field

With six NFL head-coaching jobs remaining after Hafley and Saleh were hired (Ravens, Steelers, Bills, Cardinals, Browns, Raiders), Conor Orr maps a deep candidate pool (about 14 names) and notes teams may wait for second interviews after Jan. 26 as the market firms up. The piece provides team-by-team pencil predictions: Steelers—Shula, Flores, Scheelhaase; Browns—Udinski, Scheelhaase, Schwartz; Cardinals—Joseph, LaFleur; Raiders—Minter, Webb; Bills—Daboll, Webb; Ravens—Minter, Kubiak, Scheelhaase. It also discusses market dynamics, potential coaching trades, and how the strong Rams/Seahawks/Broncos assistant pool shapes the process.

Texas 2026 March Primary Ballot Details
politics7 months ago

Texas 2026 March Primary Ballot Details

Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3, featuring races for key statewide offices such as governor, attorney general, and lieutenant governor, with early voting starting February 17. Voters can choose candidates for both Democratic and Republican parties, with runoff elections scheduled if no candidate wins a majority. The ballot includes numerous other state and local races, and voters can only participate in one party’s primary and runoff.

Fairfax Democrats to Hold Sunday Primary for House District 17 Nominee
politics8 months ago

Fairfax Democrats to Hold Sunday Primary for House District 17 Nominee

Four candidates—Russell Brooks, Garrett McGuire, Carla Bustillos, and Joy McManus—are competing in a firehouse primary to fill the vacant House District 17 seat in Fairfax County, Virginia, with voting scheduled for Sunday at three locations and online registration available until Saturday; the winner will face the Republican nominee in a January special election.