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Fresno Standouts Ellard, McDonald, Neal Nominated for Pro Football HOF

September 13, 2019

Former San Francisco 49ers strong safety Tim McDonald of Fresno, a linchpin of the defense in the franchise's 1995 Super Bowl victory, was nominated Thursday for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In addition, former Fresno State stars Henry Ellard and Lorenzo ...

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Will New California Labor Bill Affect WWE Wrestlers?

David Taub

September 12, 2019

A new California bill that would reclassify many independent contractors as employees passed both legislative chambers and awaits Gov. Gavin Newsom's signature. While most of the media attention has been how...

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Mets’ Alonso Buys Custom 9/11 Cleats for Teammates

AP News

September 12, 2019

NEW YORK — Pete Alonso has been full of surprises during a memorable rookie season with the Mets. For fans in his new home city, his gesture Wednesday night might be the biggest home run yet. "I think it's k...

NCAA Urges Gov. Newsom Not to Sign ‘Fair Pay’ Bill

AP News

September 11, 2019

INDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA Board of Governors wants Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject a new attempt to pay college athletes. "We've explored how it might impact the association and what it might do. We believe it would inappropriately affect interstate commerce. It ...

Raiders Beat Broncos 24-16 in First Game After Brown’s Release

AP News

September 10, 2019

OAKLAND — The night started with Oakland Raiders fans derisively chanting at former disgruntled receiver Antonio Brown and ended with coach Jon Gruden celebrating a victory in the Black Hole. "Get over it, m...

Raiders Prepare for Opener vs. Broncos Without Brown

AP News

September 9, 2019

OAKLAND — The Oakland Raiders once again head into a season opener having just cut ties with their most talented player. "Well, I got to meet this guy. I got to meet Antonio.I never got to meet Khalil, so at...

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It’s Back to Work for Bulldogs After Heartbreaking Loss Saturday

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September 9, 2019

Minnesota's Antoine Winfield Jr. spoiled Fresno State's bid for a Power 5 win for a second straight year Saturday at Bulldog Stadium. And the loss left the Bulldogs at 0-2 for the first time since 2014 despite giving Power 5 teams Southern California an...

Raiders Say Goodbye to Antonio Brown

AP News

September 7, 2019

ALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders have released disgruntled star receiver Antonio Brown before he ever played a game for the team. The Raiders announced the decision Saturday, hours after he requested his release ...

Nick Bosa, Dee Ford Set to Make 49ers Debut

AP News

September 6, 2019

SANTA CLARA — The San Francisco 49ers are about to see their big defensive additions in action. Nick Bosa and Dee Ford are preparing to make their debuts when San Francisco opens the season Sunday against th...

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Trump Presents Medal of Freedom to NBA’s Jerry West

AP News

September 6, 2019

WASHINGTON — Jerry West, the NBA legend who delivered championships to the Los Angeles Lakers as both a player and an executive, said, "It never ceases to amaze me the places you can go in this world chasing a basketball" as he was honored Thursday with the Pr...

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