20+ hour, 30+ min ago (201+ words) The Troy Trojans square off against the Toledo Rockets at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, Florida Toledo Rockets (3-2) vs. Troy Trojans (4-3) Fort Myers, Florida; Monday, 11 a.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Trojans -2.5; over/under is 160.5 BOTTOM LINE: Toledo and Troy square off at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, Florida. The Trojans have a 4-3 record in non-conference play. Troy is the best team in the Sun Belt with 16.3 fast break points. The Rockets are 3-2 in non-conference play. Toledo has a 0-1 record in one-possession games. Troy averages 11.0 made 3-pointers per game, 1.6 more made shots than the 9.4 per game Toledo gives up. Toledo averages 7.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.9 fewer makes per game than Troy allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Cooper Campbell is shooting 48.8% from beyond the arc with 2.9 made 3-pointers per game for the Trojans, while averaging 18.1 points, 4.9 assists and two steals. Victor Valdes is…...

9+ hour, 52+ min ago (585+ words) Sinclair has submitted a bid to buy out E Under the proposal, which Sinclair disclosed Monday, the broadcast giant would acquire all of Scripps' outstanding shares that it doesn't already own. Sinclair has already upped its stake in Scripps recently " accounting for nearly 10% of the company's class A common stock as of Nov. 17, per regulatory filings. The proposed $7 per share price tag would consist of both cash and stock. If approved, the deal would give Scripps' shareholders about a 12.7% stake of the combined company upon closing. Sinclair is requesting a response from Scripps by Dec. 5. "We are submitting an updated, actionable merger proposal," Sinclair CEO Christopher S. Ripley wrote in a letter to Scripps" board. He said the deal would "strengthen local journalism" and "position the combined company and employees for long-term success." Ohio-based Scripps acknowledged that it had received an…...

19+ hour, 17+ min ago (222+ words) The Florida cheerleader's grandparents, Barbara and Jeffrey Kepner, speak out about their heartbreaking loss in an exclusive interview with ABC News. Anna Kepner's death ruled a homicide as grandparents on cruise with her speak out The Florida cheerleader's grandparents, Barbara and Jeffrey Kepner, speak out about their heartbreaking loss in an exclusive interview with ABC News. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews lava during eruption Tracking holiday air traffic over the continental US: FlightAware Tracking severe weather potential in the South; Thanksgiving travel weather forecast for the nation Judge dismisses cases against former FBI director James Comey, NY AG Letitia James Pentagon launches investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly after video to military troops Severe storms in the South trigger delays, cancellations amid record travel Woman in 'Slender Man' stabbing captured in Illinois after cutting monitor bracelet Urgent search underway for missing Virginia…...

8+ hour, 6+ min ago (509+ words) The season 34 finale airs Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 8 p.m. ET. "Dancing with the Stars" is wrapping up another remarkable season." The final five remaining couples will hit the dance floor one last time on Tuesday, as they compete for the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy." For the finale episode, the finalists will perform three dance numbers: a "judges' choice" dance, an instant dance and a freestyle routine." The night will also include an opening number choreographed by Joey Pizzi to "Never Can Say Goodbye" by the Communards and feature the return of all season 34 couples in the ballroom, with additional performances set to "Sugar On"My Tongue" by Tyler, The Creator; "Applause" by Lady Gaga; and "I Don't Dance" by Alexander Jean." Additionally, season 33 "DWTS" champs Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson will perform a dance number set to "Tanguera" by Fabio Hager…...

12+ hour, 5+ min ago (233+ words) The new "Constellation Ball" is covered in 5,000 glittering Waterford crystals. A new, dazzling ball will drop in Times Square in New York City next month, as revelers ring in the New Year. One Times Square, the skyscraper home of the city's annual New Year's Eve ball drop, unveiled the new "Constellation Ball" Monday. The Constellation Ball is the ninth Times Square Ball since 1907 and is described as the "biggest ball yet." The new Constellation Ball, which is 12.5 feet in diameter, features 5,280 handcrafted Waterford crystals and LED lights and weighs 12,350 pounds, according to One Times Square, which designed the new ball. The stunning spectacle showcases state-of-the-art lighting, interactive elements, and modern technology, with new motion and control systems as well. The Constellation Ball will be featured on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," which is returning this year with host Ryan…...

21+ hour, 5+ min ago (221+ words) Greg Rinckey, former U.S. Army attorney and now founding partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC, breaks down how the Pentagon could "unretire" Sen. Mark Kelly and launch a formal military investigation. How the Pentagon could investigate Sen. Mark Kelly over viral "orders' video Greg Rinckey, former U.S. Army attorney and now founding partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC, breaks down how the Pentagon could "unretire" Sen. Mark Kelly and launch a formal military investigation. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews lava during eruption Tracking holiday air traffic over the continental US: FlightAware Tracking severe weather potential in the South; Thanksgiving travel weather forecast for the nation Judge dismisses criminal cases against James Comey, Letitia James Pentagon says it's launching 'thorough review' into Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly NBA coach Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty to alleged gambling scheme How US-Venezuela tensions are impacting air travel High-stakes peace…...

13+ hour, 3+ min ago (523+ words) "He will be my guest for a State Visit in the U.S. later in the year." The White House on Monday received its official 2025 Christmas tree. President Donald Trump is scheduled at 4 p.m. ET to sign an executive order. Congress last week overwhelmingly approved a measure to force the Department of Justice to release all files related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Trump signed the legislation on Wednesday night, starting the clock on the 30 days the DOJ has to release the documents. First Lady Melania Trump received the official White House Christmas Tree on the North Lawn on Monday morning, briefly inspecting the Michigan-sourced tree that will soon sit in the Blue Room. Wearing a shin-length ivory Christian Dior coat that displayed her Manolo check pumps and elbow-length red leather gloves, the first lady viewed the tree from a cart pulled…...

19+ hour, 16+ min ago (228+ words) A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against two of Pres. Trump's biggest enemies, saying the prosecutor overseeing both cases was appointed illegally. Judge dismisses cases against former FBI director James Comey, NY AG Letitia James A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against two of Pres. Trump's biggest enemies, saying the prosecutor overseeing both cases was appointed illegally. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews lava during eruption Tracking holiday air traffic over the continental US: FlightAware Tracking severe weather potential in the South; Thanksgiving travel weather forecast for the nation Pentagon launches investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly after video to military troops Anna Kepner's death ruled a homicide as grandparents on cruise with her speak out Severe storms in the South trigger delays, cancellations amid record travel Woman in 'Slender Man' stabbing captured in Illinois after cutting monitor bracelet…...

15+ min ago (165+ words) Led by Bradyn Hubbard's 21 points, the Abilene Christian Wildcats defeated the UTSA Roadrunners 61-50 on Monday JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Bradyn Hubbard had 21 points in Abilene Christian's 61-50 win against UTSA on Monday. Hubbard also had eight rebounds for the Wildcats (4-2). Christian Alston scored 14 points while shooting 4 for 7 (3 for 4 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Rich Smith shot 2 of 6 from the field and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line to finish with nine points, while adding five assists and three steals. The Roadrunners (3-3) were led in scoring by Jamir Simpson, who finished with 18 points and three steals. Macaleab Rich added 10 points for UTSA. Austin Nunez finished with five points and three steals. Abilene Christian took the lead for good with 17:08 to go in the first half. The score was 39-26 at halftime, with Hubbard racking up 12 points....

22+ hour, 28+ min ago (875+ words) Food bank workers say they believe the increase will continue through December. Although SNAP benefits returned for millions of Americans after the federal government shutdown ended earlier this month, food banks and pantries across the U.S. are still seeing droves of people showing up to receive aid. Nearly 42 million Americans, including low-income families and vulnerable households, rely on SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, to help pay for groceries or other household essentials. Despite many states saying that benefits would be available immediately following the disruption, workers at food distribution sites are seeing a surge of people -- a trend they say is likely to continue into the holidays. Jerome Nathaniel, director of policy & government relations at City Harvest -- a food rescue organization based in New York City -- told ABC News that the group is still seeing a higher number of…...