205 continues discussion of substitute teacher shortage
An ongoing issue in District 205, as well as the rest of the state, is the issue of a shortage in substitute teachers.
Bustos continues opposition to Republican tax plan
Congressional Democrats are continuing to voice their opposition to the Republican-formed tax plan that could soon get another vote once House and Senate versions are worked out.
Discovery Depot activities planned for Christmas and winter
The Discovery Depot has already had a big winter but they’re not slowing down as Christmas and New Year’s approaches.
Russian skater Pogorilaya to miss Olympics with injury
MOSCOW (AP) Russian figure skater Anna Pogorilaya says she will miss the Olympics with a back injury.
Froome found to have double the legal limit of asthma drug
PARIS (AP) Chris Froome failed a doping test during the Spanish Vuelta in September and is facing a suspension from cycling ahead of his attempt to win a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title next year.
Tuesday's Sports In Brief
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Pay for new Power Five football coaches
Power Five schools that handed out eight-figure contracts to football coaches this fall could face millions in new taxes on those coaches’ salaries if the tax overhaul becomes law. Here’s a look at how much the new
College coaches' salaries increase despite threat of new tax
WASHINGTON (AP) A potential new tax on seven-figure salaries for employees of non-profits hasn’t deterred schools from doling out huge contracts to new coaches.
The Kids Are Alright: Penguins leading goalie youth movement
PITTSBURGH (AP) Jim Rutherford knows what it’s like to be a young goaltender trying to find his way in the NHL. Rutherford went through it with the Detroit Red Wings in the early 1970s, thrust into action
Wolves Fastbreak: Minnesota loses offense, momentum late
On tonight's Wolves Fastbreak, Minnesota lost its offense and momentum late in overtime loss to Philadelphia.
Suns go cold in second half, drop fourth straight
Phoenix built an early 10-point lead in the first half but went scoreless for more than 5 minutes in the fourth quarter.
Mavericks spoil Leonard's return with 95-89 win over Spurs
Mavericks spoil Leonard’s return with 95-89 win over Spurs
New coach Cristobal leads Ducks against Broncos in Sin City (Dec 16, 2017)
LAS VEGAS — Pacific Northwest powers Boise State and Oregon meet for the first time in almost a decade on Saturday when they face off in the 26th Las Vegas Bowl at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Butler scores season-high 38 in Timberwolves' OT loss to 76ers
Philadelphia topped the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-112 in overtime
Wild Breakaway: Minnesota finds a way to win despite slow start
On tonight's Wild Breakaway, Tom Chorske says Minnesota weathered a slow start and found a way to win
Twi-lights: Timberwolves vs. 76ers
Check out the highlights from the Minnesota Timberwolves loss to the Philadelphia 76ers
All Blacks captain Kieran Read to undergo back surgery
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) All Blacks captain Kieran Read will undergo surgery to repair a prolapsed lumbar disc in his back and will make a delayed return to rugby in the 2018 season.
Embiid scores 28 in return as Sixers top Wolves, 118-112 (Dec 12, 2017)
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Joel Embiid returned to the lineup to score 28 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers topped the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-112 in overtime on Tuesday night.
Oregon State slips past Jacksonville State 70-69 (Dec 12, 2017)
CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) Stephen Thompson Jr. scored 18 points with four 3-pointers and had five assists as Oregon State held on to beat Jacksonville State 70-69 on Tuesday night.
Dodgers' Bellinger could play more OF if Gonzalez healthy
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) NL Rookie of the Year Cody Bellinger could play more often in the outfield for the Los Angeles Dodgers next season if first baseman Adrian Gonzalez is healthy.