longbeachstar.com latest rss headlines Provides the latest rss feeds for longbeachstar.com. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page longbeachstar.com http://www.longbeachstar.com en-us Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:52:43 +1100 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:52:43 +1100 3600 <![CDATA[D'Angelo Russell, LeBron James carry Lakers past Hawks]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179389/dangelo-russell-lebron-james-carry-lakers-past-hawks 274179389 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:40:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179389/dangelo-russell-lebron-james-carry-lakers-past-hawks <![CDATA[Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani unveils own logo]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179388/dodgers-superstar-shohei-ohtani-unveils-own-logo 274179388 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:40:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179388/dodgers-superstar-shohei-ohtani-unveils-own-logo <![CDATA[D'Angelo Russell,LeBron James carry Lakers past Hawks]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179370/dangelo-russelllebron-james-carry-lakers-past-hawks 274179370 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:19:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179370/dangelo-russelllebron-james-carry-lakers-past-hawks <![CDATA[Lightning, Knights look to keep rolling down stretch]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179327/lightning-knights-look-to-keep-rolling-down-stretch 274179327 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 03:55:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179327/lightning-knights-look-to-keep-rolling-down-stretch <![CDATA["I really don't get any joy": Director Alex Proyas raises concern over 'The Crow' reboot]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179302/i-really-dont-get-any-joy-director-alex-proyas-raises-concern-over-the-crow-reboot 274179302 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:55:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179302/i-really-dont-get-any-joy-director-alex-proyas-raises-concern-over-the-crow-reboot <![CDATA[Wild try to move up in wild-card race, extend Ducks' skid]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179272/wild-try-to-move-up-in-wild-card-race-extend-ducks-skid 274179272 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:05:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179272/wild-try-to-move-up-in-wild-card-race-extend-ducks-skid <![CDATA[Oilers brush off OT loss, turn attention to Canadiens]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179213/oilers-brush-off-ot-loss-turn-attention-to-canadiens 274179213 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:40:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179213/oilers-brush-off-ot-loss-turn-attention-to-canadiens <![CDATA[Mavs eye coveted sixth spot in West, season sweep of Spurs]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179151/mavs-eye-coveted-sixth-spot-in-west-season-sweep-of-spurs 274179151 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179151/mavs-eye-coveted-sixth-spot-in-west-season-sweep-of-spurs <![CDATA[Blues, Avs riding winning streaks entering key matchup]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179052/blues-avs-riding-winning-streaks-entering-key-matchup 274179052 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:40:18 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179052/blues-avs-riding-winning-streaks-entering-key-matchup <![CDATA[Pelicans bring strong road record into matchup with Nets]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179050/pelicans-bring-strong-road-record-into-matchup-with-nets 274179050 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:40:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179050/pelicans-bring-strong-road-record-into-matchup-with-nets <![CDATA[Broncos mourn passing of former QB Steve Tensi]]> Aric DiLalla

Former Broncos quarterback Steve Tensi, who started more than 30 games across four seasons with Denver from 1967-70, has passed away.

He was 81 years old.

Tensi joined the Broncos in 1967 after the team acquired him in a trade from the San Diego Chargers, and he started 32 games in four years for Denver before injuries forced him to retire.

In 1967, Tensi threw a career-high 16 tou]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179049/broncos-mourn-passing-of-former-qb-steve-tensi 274179049 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:38:03 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274179049/broncos-mourn-passing-of-former-qb-steve-tensi <![CDATA[Rangers, Jets clash in matchup of East, West powers]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178997/rangers-jets-clash-in-matchup-of-east-west-powers 274178997 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178997/rangers-jets-clash-in-matchup-of-east-west-powers <![CDATA[Panthers D Dmitry Kulikov banned two games for check to head]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178925/panthers-d-dmitry-kulikov-banned-two-games-for-check-to-head 274178925 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:05:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178925/panthers-d-dmitry-kulikov-banned-two-games-for-check-to-head <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: Dane Myers hits walk-off HR for Marlins]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178913/spring-training-roundup-dane-myers-hits-walk-off-hr-for-marlins 274178913 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:55:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178913/spring-training-roundup-dane-myers-hits-walk-off-hr-for-marlins <![CDATA[Five Things: Jordyn Brooks]]> Travis Wingfield

Dolphins fans looking for an intimidating presence in the middle of the defense can suspend the search - Jordyn Brooks is here. One of the fastest, most instinctual players in the game, Brooks brings an aura with him to South Florida.

Here are five things to know Miami's brand-new linebacker.

1. Productive and Durable

The counting stats, advanced metrics, the f]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178851/five-things-jordyn-brooks 274178851 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:05:05 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178851/five-things-jordyn-brooks <![CDATA[No. 10 seeds Virginia, Colorado State dial in for First Four]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178839/no-10-seeds-virginia-colorado-state-dial-in-for-first-four 274178839 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:40:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178839/no-10-seeds-virginia-colorado-state-dial-in-for-first-four <![CDATA[Cavs sign Marcus Morris to 10-day contract]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178768/cavs-sign-marcus-morris-to-10-day-contract 274178768 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:40:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178768/cavs-sign-marcus-morris-to-10-day-contract <![CDATA[5 Things to Know About New Chargers TE Hayden Hurst]]> Omar Navarro

The Los Angeles Chargers on on Friday signed tight end Hayden Hurst.

Here are five things to know about Hurst:

1. A season in Carolina

The Chargers added another veteran tight end to the room in Hurst.

Hurst joins the Bolts with six seasons of NFL experience, most recently spending a season with the Panthers in 2023. He played in nine games (eight starts) and]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178762/5-things-to-know-about-new-chargers-te-hayden-hurst 274178762 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:36:08 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178762/5-things-to-know-about-new-chargers-te-hayden-hurst <![CDATA[5 Things to Know About New Chargers DL Poona Ford]]> Omar Navarro

The Los Angeles Chargers on on Friday signed defensive lineman Poona Ford.

Here are five things to know about Ford:

1. Coming from Buffalo

The Bolts get a big presence along the interior with Ford.

The 28-year-old defensive lineman spent 2023 on the Bills, playing in eight games, notching 1.0 sack and a tackle for loss.

2. Former UDFA http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178761/5-things-to-know-about-new-chargers-dl-poona-ford 274178761 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:36:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178761/5-things-to-know-about-new-chargers-dl-poona-ford <![CDATA[Trevor Bauer to face Yankees in Mexico exhibition]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178679/trevor-bauer-to-face-yankees-in-mexico-exhibition 274178679 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:55:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178679/trevor-bauer-to-face-yankees-in-mexico-exhibition <![CDATA[Recapping a busy first week of the Panthers offseason]]> Darin Gantt

CHARLOTTE - We'll pardon you if it was hard to keep up, or if you were distracted by basketball.

All the Panthers really did last week was make enough moves to put a team on the field in the fall.

It's far from a complete team, but it's at least more stable than the one we last saw, though it's also far from finished.

The pace of the work last week was eye-opening, even if it should]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178676/recapping-a-busy-first-week-of-the-panthers-offseason 274178676 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:44:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178676/recapping-a-busy-first-week-of-the-panthers-offseason <![CDATA[Morning DL Elliott Shares First Impressions of the 49ers]]> Good Morning Faithful,

Here are your top 49ers storylines for Monday, March 18th.

New and Notable 49ers Re-Sign Wide Receiver to a One-Year Deal

The San Francisco 49ers announced that the team has re-signed WR Chris Conley to a one-year deal.

Conley (6-3, 205) was originally drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round (76th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft. Over his nine-year NFL career w]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178673/morning-dl-elliott-shares-first-impressions-of-the-49ers 274178673 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:44:03 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178673/morning-dl-elliott-shares-first-impressions-of-the-49ers <![CDATA[MLB 2024: Can anybody contend with the Dodgers?]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178668/mlb-2024-can-anybody-contend-with-the-dodgers 274178668 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:40:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178668/mlb-2024-can-anybody-contend-with-the-dodgers <![CDATA[Steelers Aren't Done After Trading for Justin Fields]]> Ryan Mink

The first week of free agency is in the books and no team has shaken things up more than the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Here's a look at what's happened around the division so far:

Pittsburgh Steelers: Not Done After Trading for Justin Fields

The Steelers have completely remade their quarterback room. After signing Russell Wilson, Pittsburgh traded 2022 first-round pick Ken]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178632/steelers-arent-done-after-trading-for-justin-fields 274178632 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:25:04 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178632/steelers-arent-done-after-trading-for-justin-fields <![CDATA[US: Donald Trump faces 'insurmountable difficulties' in securing USD 464 mn bond in civil fraud case]]> New York [US], March 18 (ANI): In a fresh appeal court filing on Monday, the attorneys for former President Donald Trump stated that he is having "insurmountable difficulties" getting a bond to pay the USD 464 million civil fraud case, ABC News reported.

Because of the magnitude of the judgement, he would have to use real estate as security.

In February, Judge Arthur Engoron found Trump guilty of conducting]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178481/us-donald-trump-faces-insurmountable-difficulties-in-securing-usd-464-mn-bond-in-civil-fraud-case 274178481 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:55:55 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178481/us-donald-trump-faces-insurmountable-difficulties-in-securing-usd-464-mn-bond-in-civil-fraud-case <![CDATA[Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) retiring]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178476/cowboys-lb-leighton-vander-esch-neck-retiring 274178476 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:55:24 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178476/cowboys-lb-leighton-vander-esch-neck-retiring <![CDATA[To meet 2030 target, California must triple emission reduction rate]]> SAN FRANCISCO, California: According to a report by consulting firm Beacon Economics and San Francisco-based think tank Next 10, California must triple its annual carbon emissions reductions to meet its 2030 target.

The state's greenhouse gas emissions increased in 2021 to 381.3 million metric tons, up 3.4 percent from the previous year.

The latest estimates from California Air Resources Board showed that]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178434/to-meet-2030-target-california-must-triple-emission-reduction-rate 274178434 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:13:10 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178434/to-meet-2030-target-california-must-triple-emission-reduction-rate <![CDATA[Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to begin throwing program]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178382/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-to-begin-throwing-program 274178382 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:40:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178382/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-to-begin-throwing-program <![CDATA[Brimming popularity, star power has everyone watching women's sports]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178374/brimming-popularity-star-power-has-everyone-watching-women-sports 274178374 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:19:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178374/brimming-popularity-star-power-has-everyone-watching-women-sports <![CDATA[Feature: Chinese products popular in Egypt during Ramadan]]> by Mahmoud Fouly

CAIRO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Chinese-made, toy-like "Ramadan lanterns" with LED lights and recorded Arabic songs, as well as similar children's toys, are popular in Egypt during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, as they are used as gifts for children.

Mostafa Mamdouh, a salesman at a store in the capital Cairo selling toys and household items, told Xinhua that "Chinese products are disting]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178327/feature-chinese-products-popular-in-egypt-during-ramadan 274178327 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:18:02 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178327/feature-chinese-products-popular-in-egypt-during-ramadan <![CDATA[Commanders sign free agent CB Michael Davis]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178245/commanders-sign-free-agent-cb-michael-davis 274178245 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:19:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274178245/commanders-sign-free-agent-cb-michael-davis <![CDATA[Six Exclusive NHL Games this Week on ABC, ESPN and ESPN+/Hulu]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174745/5-things-to-know-defensive-lineman-earnest-brown-iv 274174745 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 18:44:09 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174745/5-things-to-know-defensive-lineman-earnest-brown-iv <![CDATA[Report: Rays OF Josh Lowe (oblique) to start season on IL]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174547/report-rays-of-josh-lowe-oblique-to-start-season-on-il 274174547 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 17:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174547/report-rays-of-josh-lowe-oblique-to-start-season-on-il <![CDATA[Report: Central Arkansas to name John Shulman head basketball coach]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174491/report-central-arkansas-to-name-john-shulman-head-basketball-coach 274174491 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:40:19 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174491/report-central-arkansas-to-name-john-shulman-head-basketball-coach <![CDATA[Cards tab RHP Miles Mikolas as Opening Day starter]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174450/cards-tab-rhp-miles-mikolas-as-opening-day-starter 274174450 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:55:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174450/cards-tab-rhp-miles-mikolas-as-opening-day-starter <![CDATA[Jerome Bettis Jr. to follow father to Notre Dame]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174416/jerome-bettis-jr-to-follow-father-to-notre-dame 274174416 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174416/jerome-bettis-jr-to-follow-father-to-notre-dame <![CDATA[Jonathan Owens driven by dogged determination]]> Larry Mayer

There's no better word to describe new Bears safety Jonathan Owens than "persistent."

Defined as "firm or obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition," it's something that the 28-year-old has embodied since entering the NFL with the Cardinals in 2018 as an undrafted free agent from Division II Missouri Western State.

Owens sustained a season-ending tor]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174413/jonathan-owens-driven-by-dogged-determination 274174413 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:37:18 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174413/jonathan-owens-driven-by-dogged-determination <![CDATA[Roster Move: Bears agree to terms with DE Jake Martin]]> Larry Mayer

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

The Bears on Saturday agreed to terms with defensive end Jake Martin on a one-year contract, pending a physical.

Martin, 28, has appeared in 91 NFL games with 15 starts over six seasons with the Seahawks (2018), Texans (2019-21), Broncos (2022), Jets (2022) and Colts (2023).

Keenan Allen]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174412/roster-move-bears-agree-to-terms-with-de-jake-martin 274174412 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:37:16 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174412/roster-move-bears-agree-to-terms-with-de-jake-martin <![CDATA[Keenan Allen confident he'll keep producing at Pro Bowl level]]> Larry Mayer

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

New Bears receiver Keenan Allen flew to Chicago in style Friday night.

"That was my first time on a private jet," the six-time Pro Bowler said Saturday morning during his introductory press conference at Halas Hall.

Gerald Everett reunites with OC Shane Waldron, brings 'Bully Ball&#]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174411/keenan-allen-confident-hell-keep-producing-at-pro-bowl-level 274174411 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:37:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174411/keenan-allen-confident-hell-keep-producing-at-pro-bowl-level <![CDATA[TWENTYMAN: 8 pro days to watch this week]]> Tim Twentyman

With the NFL Scouting Combine in the books, the next steps in the pre-draft process are college pro days and the allotted 30 pre-draft visits to NFL team facilities for prospects.

Each week leading up to April's NFL Draft in Detroit, we'll highlight the key pro days around the country.

8. Missouri, Fri., March 22

Who to watch: It will be interesti]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174402/twentyman-8-pro-days-to-watch-this-week 274174402 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:25:04 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174402/twentyman-8-pro-days-to-watch-this-week <![CDATA[Blues, with momentum on their side, host sliding Ducks]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174361/blues-with-momentum-on-their-side-host-sliding-ducks 274174361 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:19:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174361/blues-with-momentum-on-their-side-host-sliding-ducks <![CDATA[Trump warns of bloodbath if he loses]]> The US might never have another election if he doesn?t win in November, the former president has said

Former US President Donald Trump has warned of a "bloodbath" for the American automobile industry and the country as a whole if he doesn't win a second term in the US election on November 5.

Trump made the remark during a rally in Vandalia, Ohio on Saturday while speaking about his plans to]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174350/trump-warns-of-bloodbath-if-he-loses 274174350 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:13:49 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174350/trump-warns-of-bloodbath-if-he-loses <![CDATA[Jets bid to pick up steam in encounter with Blue Jackets]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174230/jets-bid-to-pick-up-steam-in-encounter-with-blue-jackets 274174230 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:40:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174230/jets-bid-to-pick-up-steam-in-encounter-with-blue-jackets <![CDATA[Los Angeles Chargers Sign Hayden Hurst]]> Chargers Communications

Click here to keep up with the Bolts latest free agency news.

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight end Hayden Hurst.

Hurst, a former first-round selection (25th overall) by Baltimore in the 2018 NFL Draft, has started 43-of-84 career games (including the postseason) with the Ravens, Falcons, Bengals and Panthers. In the regular season, ]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174223/los-angeles-chargers-sign-hayden-hurst 274174223 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:36:20 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174223/los-angeles-chargers-sign-hayden-hurst <![CDATA[Los Angeles Chargers Sign Poona Ford]]> Chargers Communications

Click here to keep up with the Bolts latest free agency news.

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed defensive lineman Poona Ford.

Ford broke into the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2018 with the Seattle Seahawks. He spent the first five seasons of his career in the Pacific Northwest, starting 64-of-76 regular-season games and posting 181 ta]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174222/los-angeles-chargers-sign-poona-ford 274174222 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:36:18 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174222/los-angeles-chargers-sign-poona-ford <![CDATA[How Hayden Hurst & Poona Ford Will Impact the Chargers]]> Eric Smith

The Bolts added two more free agents to their roster with the signings of tight end Hayden Hurst and defensive tackle Poona Ford.

Each player has plenty of NFL experience as both Hurst and Ford entered the league in 2018.

Here's how each player will impact the Bolts.

Hayden Hurst

The Bolts continued to revamp their tight end room with the addition of Hurst, who]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174221/how-hayden-hurst--poona-ford-will-impact-the-chargers 274174221 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:36:16 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174221/how-hayden-hurst--poona-ford-will-impact-the-chargers <![CDATA[Los Angeles Chargers Sign Easton Stick]]> Chargers Communications

Click here to keep up with the Bolts latest free agency news.

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed quarterback Easton Stick.

Stick spent each of the last five seasons with the Chargers after being selected by Los Angeles in the fifth round (166th overall) of the 2019 NFL Draft, starting four-of-six career games played. In his career, Stick ha]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174220/los-angeles-chargers-sign-easton-stick 274174220 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:36:14 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174220/los-angeles-chargers-sign-easton-stick <![CDATA[What Easton Stick's Return Means for the Chargers Offense]]> Eric Smith

Easton Stick is back with the Bolts.

The Chargers announced Saturday that they have signed the quarterback, who is now set to return for his sixth season in powder blue.

Stick is in line to once again back up Justin Herbert, as that pair has worked extremely well together on and off the field in recent years.

Stick, who spent time as the starter in the final portion of the 2023 seaso]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174219/what-easton-stick-return-means-for-the-chargers-offense 274174219 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:36:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274174219/what-easton-stick-return-means-for-the-chargers-offense <![CDATA[Seahawks Sign LB Jerome Baker]]> The Seahawks signed former Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker Saturday afternoon.  Ari Horton

The Seahawks signed linebacker Jerome Baker Saturday, addressing a need at the linebacker position after unrestricted free agents Bobby Wagner and Jordyn Brooks signed with the Washington Commanders and Miami Dolphins, respectively. Earlier this week, the Seahawks signed former Buffalo Bills linebacker Tyrel D]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173837/seahawks-sign-lb-jerome-baker 274173837 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 09:50:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173837/seahawks-sign-lb-jerome-baker <![CDATA[Jets Re-Sign Kicker Greg Zuerlein]]> Veteran Set the Franchise Record With 26 Consecutive Field Goals Made John Pullano

The Jets have re-signed K Greg Zuerlein.

Zuerlein (6-0, 187) signed with the Jets in March 2022 and then re-signed with the Green & White in March 2023. Last season, he appeared in 16 games, made 92.1% of his field-goal attempts(35 of 38) and converted on 5 of 6 kicks from 50-plus yards. He set a franchise record with 26 co]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173742/jets-re-sign-kicker-greg-zuerlein 274173742 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:56:09 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173742/jets-re-sign-kicker-greg-zuerlein <![CDATA[Lakers, Magic prevail again at NBA 2K League's Slam Open]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173739/lakers-magic-prevail-again-at-nba-2k-league-slam-open 274173739 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:46:37 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173739/lakers-magic-prevail-again-at-nba-2k-league-slam-open <![CDATA[Jets blank Ducks, forge three-way tie for first in Central]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173709/jets-blank-ducks-forge-three-way-tie-for-first-in-central 274173709 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:45:03 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173709/jets-blank-ducks-forge-three-way-tie-for-first-in-central <![CDATA[NBA roundup: Pelicans take season series vs. Clippers]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173618/nba-roundup-pelicans-take-season-series-vs-clippers 274173618 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:41:05 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173618/nba-roundup-pelicans-take-season-series-vs-clippers <![CDATA[Stingy Knicks take on high-powered Kings]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173614/stingy-knicks-take-on-high-powered-kings 274173614 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:40:57 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173614/stingy-knicks-take-on-high-powered-kings <![CDATA[Lakers host Warriors as both cling to play-in status]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173602/lakers-host-warriors-as-both-cling-to-play-in-status 274173602 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:40:38 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173602/lakers-host-warriors-as-both-cling-to-play-in-status <![CDATA[Zion Williamson helps Pelicans win season series over Clippers]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173599/zion-williamson-helps-pelicans-win-season-series-over-clippers 274173599 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:40:32 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173599/zion-williamson-helps-pelicans-win-season-series-over-clippers <![CDATA[Ban of gillnets in California to be expanded to save species]]> A new bill aims to reduce the number of sea lions, sharks, rays, skates and giant sea bass dying off the coast of Southern California in huge set gillnets the size of 20 football fields, weighted to the sea floor.

Right now, set gillnets are banned in most state waters and
Assembly Bill 2220 would extend the ban]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173068/ban-of-gillnets-in-california-to-be-expanded-to-save-species 274173068 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 06:05:54 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274173068/ban-of-gillnets-in-california-to-be-expanded-to-save-species <![CDATA[Free driverless robotaxi services from Waymo begin in LA]]> LOS ANGELES, California: Alphabet's Waymo said that it would begin offering free driverless robotaxi services under its ride-hailing program, Waymo One, to certain members of the public in Los Angeles from March 14.

Earlier this month, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) gave the company approval to begin Waymo One in Los Angeles and some cities near San Francisco.

Waymo's General Motors (GM]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274171097/free-driverless-robotaxi-services-from-waymo-begin-in-la 274171097 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 22:10:40 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274171097/free-driverless-robotaxi-services-from-waymo-begin-in-la <![CDATA[Roster Move: Bears sign WR/KR Dante Pettis]]> Larry Mayer

*RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.*

The Bears on Friday signed receiver/return specialist Dante Pettis to a one-year contract.

Pettis, 28, spent the 2022 season with the Bears, appearing in all 17 games with seven starts. He caught 19 passes for 245 yards and three touchdowns, rushed for 37 yards on two carries and averaged 9.1]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170503/roster-move-bears-sign-wrkr-dante-pettis 274170503 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 14:37:11 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170503/roster-move-bears-sign-wrkr-dante-pettis <![CDATA[Coleman Shelton comfortable in Shane Waldron's offense]]> Larry Mayer

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

The chance to reunite with offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and play in his system factored into center Coleman Shelton's decision to sign with the Bears in free agency.

Shelton, 28, agreed to a one-year contract Thursday after spending the last five seasons with the Rams, appearing in 73 ga]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170502/coleman-shelton-comfortable-in-shane-waldron-offense 274170502 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 14:37:09 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170502/coleman-shelton-comfortable-in-shane-waldron-offense <![CDATA[NFC NORTH: Recapping the first few days of free agency]]> Tim Twentyman

The first week of free agency is in the books and it was a very busy week for the four teams in the NFC North.

Here's a look at how rosters have changed throughout the division through the first wave of free agency:

DETROIT

2023 record: 12-5 (division champs)

Top re-signings: G Graham Glasgow, LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin, CB Emma]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170487/nfc-north-recapping-the-first-few-days-of-free-agency 274170487 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 14:25:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170487/nfc-north-recapping-the-first-few-days-of-free-agency <![CDATA[Ask The Old Guy: What kind of week has it been]]> Darin Gantt

CHARLOTTE - Been quite a five days around the office. And it's early yet.

People going. People coming. More people coming than going.

And it's a lot to process. Some favorites left, and that's hard. You get used to familiar faces, and change is not something people always welcome (says the man in the sunglasses from 1989). On the other hand, the Panthers went 2-15 last year, so change was]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170277/ask-the-old-guy-what-kind-of-week-has-it-been 274170277 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:44:06 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170277/ask-the-old-guy-what-kind-of-week-has-it-been <![CDATA[Panthers sign safety Jordan Fuller]]> Kassidy Hill

CHARLOTTE- The Carolina Panthers have added another piece to their secondary during a busy week, signing safety Jordan Fuller Friday afternoon.

The Los Angeles Rams drafted the free agent in the sixth round of the 2020 NFL draft, and he has spent his entire career in L.A.

While Fuller was in Los Angeles, some of his best years came while playing under Ejiro Evero, the Panthers current de]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170276/panthers-sign-safety-jordan-fuller 274170276 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:44:05 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170276/panthers-sign-safety-jordan-fuller <![CDATA[Vikings Agree to Terms with C/G Dan Feeney]]> Lindsey Young

EAGAN, Minn. - The Vikings are adding experience and versatility to their offensive line.

Minnesota reached an agreement with guard/center Dan Feeney, the team announced Friday.

Feeney has appeared in 112 NFL games with 65 starts. Most recently, he appeared in 16 games for the Bears, making one start in 2023.

Feeney, who will turn 30 in May, originally was a 2017 ]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170270/vikings-agree-to-terms-with-cg-dan-feeney 274170270 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:37:14 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170270/vikings-agree-to-terms-with-cg-dan-feeney <![CDATA[Older women highly motivated to vote]]> Nearly 80 percent of California women age 40 and older say they are highly motivated to vote, according to a new survey from AARP.

Researchers for the new "She's the Difference" California survey polled 1,600 women and found many are highly concerned about political divisions.

Kate Bridges, senior research adviser ]]>
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<![CDATA[Patriots Announce Four Signings]]> The Patriots announced today that they have signed QB Jacoby Brissett as an unrestricted free agent from the Washington Commanders, re-signed LB Anfernee Jennings, G Nick Leverett as a free agent and DT Armon Watts as an unrestricted free agent from the Pittsburgh Steelers. New England Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced today that they have signed QB Jacoby Brissett]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170150/patriots-announce-four-signings 274170150 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:34:08 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170150/patriots-announce-four-signings <![CDATA[Spagnola: Needing To Make All The Right Decisions]]> Mickey Spagnola

FRISCO, Texas - Decisions. Decisions. Decisions.

If this were a political thing, we'd be calling this:

Decision 2024.

But it's not. Close, though. Just pertains to football. It's the Dallas Cowboys. And they have a slew of decisions to make over the next two months that will greatly impact this coming 2024 NFL season, and maybe more so than what they decide in t]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170103/spagnola-needing-to-make-all-the-right-decisions 274170103 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:24:09 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274170103/spagnola-needing-to-make-all-the-right-decisions <![CDATA[Bulls could be without Coby White again vs. Wizards]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169702/bulls-could-be-without-coby-white-again-vs-wizards 274169702 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 23:41:29 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169702/bulls-could-be-without-coby-white-again-vs-wizards <![CDATA[Reports: Rams sign QB Jimmy Garoppolo to 1-year deal]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169537/reports-rams-sign-qb-jimmy-garoppolo-to-1-year-deal 274169537 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:48:31 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169537/reports-rams-sign-qb-jimmy-garoppolo-to-1-year-deal <![CDATA[Cowboys release LB Leighton Vander Esch, WR Michael Gallup]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169531/cowboys-release-lb-leighton-vander-esch-wr-michael-gallup 274169531 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:45:19 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169531/cowboys-release-lb-leighton-vander-esch-wr-michael-gallup <![CDATA[Home Buying Costs Could Fall in Big US Real Estate Group Settlement]]> The National Association of Realtors agreed Friday to resolve antitrust litigation accusing brokerages of inflating sales commissions, a settlement likely to bring major changes and lower costs when Americans buy and sell homes.

The $418 million settlement calls for the NAR to eliminate decades-old rules on commissions and make it easier for buyers to negotiate fees with their own agents or use no agents at all.<]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169378/home-buying-costs-could-fall-in-big-us-real-estate-group-settlement 274169378 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:05:11 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169378/home-buying-costs-could-fall-in-big-us-real-estate-group-settlement <![CDATA[Devils look to keep momentum going against Coyotes]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169359/devils-look-to-keep-momentum-going-against-coyotes 274169359 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 20:25:24 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274169359/devils-look-to-keep-momentum-going-against-coyotes <![CDATA[Islanders looking to snap scoring slump vs. Senators]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274166513/islanders-looking-to-snap-scoring-slump-vs-senators 274166513 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:05:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274166513/islanders-looking-to-snap-scoring-slump-vs-senators <![CDATA[Report: 49ers signing ex-Packers LB De'Vondre Campbell]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165891/report-49ers-signing-ex-packers-lb-devondre-campbell 274165891 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:55:14 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165891/report-49ers-signing-ex-packers-lb-devondre-campbell <![CDATA[Rams star Aaron Donald retires after 10 seasons]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165865/rams-star-aaron-donald-retires-after-10-seasons 274165865 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:25:12 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165865/rams-star-aaron-donald-retires-after-10-seasons <![CDATA[Rams star Aaron Donald announces retirement]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165828/rams-star-aaron-donald-announces-retirement 274165828 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:40:17 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165828/rams-star-aaron-donald-announces-retirement <![CDATA[Report: Rams signing S Kamren Curl to 2-year deal]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165755/report-rams-signing-s-kamren-curl-to-2-year-deal 274165755 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:55:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165755/report-rams-signing-s-kamren-curl-to-2-year-deal <![CDATA[Clippers look to add to cushion over Pelicans]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165754/clippers-look-to-add-to-cushion-over-pelicans 274165754 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165754/clippers-look-to-add-to-cushion-over-pelicans <![CDATA[Roster Move: Bears add LB Amen Ogbongbemiga]]> Gabby Hajduk

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

The Bears on Thursday agreed to terms on a one-year deal with linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga, pending a physical.

Ogbongbemiga, 25, has appeared in 47 games with two starts in three seasons with the Chargers. The Oklahoma State product signed with Los Angeles as an undrafted free agent in May 20]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165459/roster-move-bears-add-lb-amen-ogbongbemiga 274165459 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:37:19 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165459/roster-move-bears-add-lb-amen-ogbongbemiga <![CDATA[Roster Move: Bears agree to terms with veteran OL Coleman Shelton]]> Gabby Hajduk

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

The Bears on Thursday agreed to terms with offensive lineman Coleman Shelton on a one-year contract, pending a physical.

Shelton, 28, has appeared in 73 NFL games with 32 starts, all at center with the Rams.

Roster Move: Bears agree to terms with safety Jonathan Owens Roster Move: Bears]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165457/roster-move-bears-agree-to-terms-with-veteran-ol-coleman-shelton 274165457 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:37:18 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165457/roster-move-bears-agree-to-terms-with-veteran-ol-coleman-shelton <![CDATA[Kevin Byard excited to join 'hungry' Bears defense]]> Larry Mayer

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

Veteran safety Kevin Byard decided to join the Bears in large part because he feels the team is ascending and boasts a talented defense.

Bears made free agent RB D’Andre Swift feel wanted Roster Move: Bears add LB Amen Ogbongbemiga  Roster Move: Bears agree to terms with RB Dȁ]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165456/kevin-byard-excited-to-join-hungry-bears-defense 274165456 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:37:16 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165456/kevin-byard-excited-to-join-hungry-bears-defense <![CDATA[Roster Move: Bears acquire 6-time Pro Bowl WR Keenan Allen]]> Larry Mayer

RELATED: Keep track of all the Bears' roster moves with ChicagoBears.com's Free Agency Tracker.

The Bears on Thursday acquired six-time Pro Bowl receiver Keenan Allen in a blockbuster trade from the Chargers in exchange for a 2024 fourth-round draft pick (No. 110), pending a physical.

"We're extremely excited to add Keenan to our team," general manager Ryan Poles said. "His body of work s]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165454/roster-move-bears-acquire-6-time-pro-bowl-wr-keenan-allen 274165454 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:37:11 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165454/roster-move-bears-acquire-6-time-pro-bowl-wr-keenan-allen <![CDATA[Jets look to derail Ducks, ascend in Central]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165393/jets-look-to-derail-ducks-ascend-in-central 274165393 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:55:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165393/jets-look-to-derail-ducks-ascend-in-central <![CDATA[Rumor Mill: Jadeveon Clowney Schedules Another Visit]]> Ryan Mink Thursday, March 14 Jadeveon Clowney Has Another Meeting Scheduled

Ravens free agent pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney is taking his time weighing his options. The veteran met with the hometown Carolina Panthers Thursday evening, and is slated to visit the New York Jets next week, per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

Wednesday, March 13 Ravens Expected to Release Odell Beckham Jr.

The Ravens are expec]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165300/rumor-mill-jadeveon-clowney-schedules-another-visit 274165300 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:25:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165300/rumor-mill-jadeveon-clowney-schedules-another-visit <![CDATA[Bills sign WR Mack Hollins & LB Nicholas Morrow to one-year deals]]> by Alec White & Maddy Glab

The Buffalo Bills announced two free agent signings Thursday afternoon as both WR Mack Hollins and LB Nicholas Morrow signed their contracts with the team.

Here's more info on Buffalo's latest free agency moves:

LB Nicholas Morrow

The Bills are adding depth to their linebacker room and signed LB Nicholas Morrow to a one-year deal.

Morrow, 28, will be entering hi]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165289/bills-sign-wr-mack-hollins--lb-nicholas-morrow-to-one-year-deals 274165289 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:15:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165289/bills-sign-wr-mack-hollins--lb-nicholas-morrow-to-one-year-deals <![CDATA[Vikings 2024 Free Agency Tracker]]> Follow updates to transactions made by the Vikings Craig Peters

AGREED TO TERMS | SIGNED | RE-SIGNED | EXTENDED | EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS | UFAs | SIGNED ELSEWHERE | RELEASED | WAIVED

EAGAN, Minn. - The start of the NFL's 2024 league year commences on March 13.

This Vikings 2024 Free Agency Tracker page will serve as a one-stop shop for official transactions made by the te]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165207/vikings-2024-free-agency-tracker 274165207 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:37:13 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165207/vikings-2024-free-agency-tracker <![CDATA[Seahawks Sign LB Tyrel Dodson]]> The Seahawks signed linebacker Tyrel Dodson on Thursday. John Boyle

The Seahawks signed linebacker Tyrel Dodson on Thursday, adding a potential starter to that position group after both of last year's starting inside linebackers, Bobby Wagner and Jordyn Brooks, left in free agency.

Dodson, 25, went undrafted out of Texas A&M in 2019 and signed with Buffalo, where he has spent the past five seasons, beginn]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165170/seahawks-sign-lb-tyrel-dodson 274165170 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:50:10 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165170/seahawks-sign-lb-tyrel-dodson <![CDATA[Patriots Release LB Chris Board and WR Devante Parker]]> The Patriots announced today that they have released LB Chris Board and WR DeVante Paker. New England Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced today that they have released LB Chris Board and WR DeVante Paker.

Board, 28, was signed by New England as an unrestricted free agent from Detroit on March 3, 2023. The 6-foot-1, 240-pounder, played in all 17]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165162/patriots-release-lb-chris-board-and-wr-devante-parker 274165162 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:34:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165162/patriots-release-lb-chris-board-and-wr-devante-parker <![CDATA[Patriots Sign Four Unrestricted Free Agents]]> The Patriots announced today that they have signed four unrestricted free agents. Signed today were RB Antonio Gibson, TE Austin Hooper, OL Mike Onwenu and LB Sione Takitaki. New England Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced today that they have signed four unrestricted free agents. Signed today were RB Antonio Gibson, TE Austin Hooper, OL Mike Onwenu and LB Sione Taki]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165161/patriots-sign-four-unrestricted-free-agents 274165161 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:34:05 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165161/patriots-sign-four-unrestricted-free-agents <![CDATA[Top 25 roundup: Friars topple No. 8 Creighton in Big East tourney]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165079/top-25-roundup-friars-topple-no-8-creighton-in-big-east-tourney 274165079 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:05:07 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165079/top-25-roundup-friars-topple-no-8-creighton-in-big-east-tourney <![CDATA[Falcons sign offensive lineman Storm Norton]]> The Falcons have now brought back two offensive lineman who were bound for free agency from their 2023 roster. Terrin Waack

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Atlanta Falcons signed offensive lineman Storm Norton, the team announced Thursday.

The 6-foot-7, 317-pound tackle is set to embark on his sixth season in the NFL, his second with the Falcons. Norton originally went undrafted in 2017 and saw his first profes]]> http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165056/falcons-sign-offensive-lineman-storm-norton 274165056 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:57:11 GMT http://www.longbeachstar.com/news/274165056/falcons-sign-offensive-lineman-storm-norton