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Jackson-Davis boosts Indiana past Kent State in NCAA tourney

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Trayce Jackson-Davis did it all with 24 points, 11 rebounds, five blocked shots and five assists as Indiana defeated 13th-seed Kent State 71-60 Friday night to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2016.The fourth-seeded Hoosiers (23-11) advanced to play fifth-seeded Miami Sunday for a trip to Kansas City for the Midwest Region semifinals.Jackson-Davis became the first player since blocks became an official NCAA statistic in 1985-86 to have at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks and five assists in an NCAA Tournament game, according to OptaSTATS.The last of 32 first-round games to tip off was played in front of mostly Indiana fans and their team delivered a no-drama victory to cap what was already a pretty good day. Earlier, the Hoosiers’ in-state rival Purdue became the second No. 1 seed in the history of the tournament to lose to a 16 seed when Fairleigh Dickinson pulled the stunner in Columbus, Ohio.The Mid-American...

Northwestern faces blue blood UCLA in the 2nd round of the NCAA Tournament: ‘Just trying to make history’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

Gradey Dick set the Kansas freshman record for 3-point field goals, recorded the first double-double of his career in the Jayhawks’ opener in the NCAA Tournament and is on track to be an NBA lottery pick in June.His mom, a player of her own accomplishment, is proud of him, of course.But Carmen Dick concedes nothing to him as a basketball player. That’s not how their uber-competitive family operates.Her son played the starring role in a first-round win over Howard on Thursday and next he’ll lead the top-seeded and defending champion Jayhawks (28-7) into a Saturday game against No. 8 Arkansas (21-13).No. 2 UCLA (30-5) plays No. 7 Northwestern (22-11) in Sacramento, Calif, in the other West game.Kansas’ opening tournament games are being played at Wells Fargo Arena, which is across the street from Veterans Auditorium. That’s where Carmen Dick — then Carmen Jaspers — built her legacy as one of Iowa’s greatest high school players before she...

Nestlé Good Start Soothe Infant Formula recalled for potential bacteria contamination

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

A voluntary recall has been issued for one sku of Nestlé Good Start Soothe Infant Formula due to a potential bacteria contamination.Distributor Perrigo Company says the product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to the potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.The affected formula was sold across Canada in 942 gram packages, with the lot numbers 301757651Z, 301757652Z and 301857651Z, and best before dates of July 18 and 19, 2024.There have been no reported illnesses associated with the formula, and Perrigo Company says no distributed product has tested positive for the presence of the bacteria.Cronobacter sakazakii typically does not cause symptoms in most people, but premature infants, infants under two months of age or infants with weakened immune systems can experience fever, poor feeding, excessive crying or low energy.Customers are being told to stop using the formula and contact Nestlé Consumer Services for reimbursement before disposing of the product.This...

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Putin On War Crimes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

Austinites get 'Rick rolled' during 6K drones light show in downtown Austin

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Did you get to see the thousands of drones over downtown Austin Friday?Sky Elements Drone Shows had a one-hour drone light show looking over Lady Bird Lake toward the neighborhood of Bouldin Creek.At the end of the show, a QR code appeared in the sky. Some of the people who scanned it with their phone got a surprise-- they got Rick rolled! If you're not familiar with the term, it is a meme involving the unexpected appearance of the music video for "Never Gonna Give You Up", by Rick Astley.

TCU’s JaKobe Coles hits game-winning shot as Horned Frogs survive scare against Arizona State

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

In a fitting end to the first-round NCAA Tournament bonanza Friday night in downtown Denver, TCU’s JaKobe Coles took down No. 11 seed Arizona State with a last-second shot that sent Ball Arena into bedlam.In a game that featured 12 lead changes, six ties and each team leading by as many as 11 points, Mike Miles got the ball to Coles when it mattered most. And the 6-foot-7 sophomore delivered, dribbling into the lane and sinking a floater with 1.5 seconds remaining as the sixth-seeded Horned Frogs eked out a 72-70 win over the Sun Devils.“It was a big moment for sure,” Coles said. “It was definitely a good pass by Mike and I figured they were going to try and double him and I just take the shots I always take — I’m confident in them.”Miles was arguably the player of Day 1 with a 26-point, four-rebound performance. He kept TCU in the game with aggressive drives that resulted in a 12-of-14 night from the free-throw line, while also finishing 5 ...

DUI suspect arrested after standoff, pursuit in San Bernardino County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

A suspected DUI driver stood off with police following a high-speed pursuit in San Bernardino County on Friday night.The driver was initially wanted for driving under the influence and felony evading, according to the Ontario Police Department.The driver was seen hitting speeds over 100 miles per hour on the 60 Freeway, weaving dangerously and erratically through traffic around 10:30 p.m.Suspect being pit maneuvered by Ontario Police during a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect standing off with Ontario Police after a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect standing off with Ontario Police after a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect standing off with Ontario Police after a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect standing off with Ontario Police after a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect standing off with Ontario Police after a high-speed pursuit on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Suspect surrendering after tear gas was s...

1 injured at Orange County mall shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

One person was injured after shots rang out amid a busy Friday night at The Outlets at Orange mall.Orange police received reports of shots fired at the shopping mall just before 9 p.m.When police arrived at the scene, they found one person with a non-life-threatening injury.Police investigating a shooting that left one injured at The Outlets at Orange on March 17, 2023. (KTLA)Patrol cars were seen surrounding a Dave & Buster’s restaurant at one of the mall’s entrances.The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. It’s unclear at this time whether their injury was a gunshot wound.Details remain limited. The shooting remains under investigation.

Jackson-Davis leads Indiana past Kent State in March Madness

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Trayce Jackson-Davis made staying up late worthwhile for Indiana fans.The All-American did it all with 24 points, 11 rebounds, five blocked shots and five assists as Indiana defeated 13th-seed Kent State 71-60 Friday night to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2016.The fourth-seeded Hoosiers (23-11) advanced to play fifth-seeded Miami on Sunday for a trip to Kansas City for the Midwest Region semifinals.Jackson-Davis became the first player since blocks became an official NCAA statistic in 1985-86 to have at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks and five assists in an NCAA Tournament game, according to OptaSTATS.“We’re not trying to hide how we play. He’s been the focal point of our offense, and he’s got to anchor our defense, rebounding and blocking shots for us,” second-year Indiana coach Mike Woodson said.The last of 32 first-round games to tip off was played in front of mostly Indiana fans and their team delivered a no-...

Florida Atlantic edges Memphis 66-65, 1st March Madness win

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:18 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Nicholas Boyd drove to the basket through traffic and converted a floater with 2.5 seconds left to make history for Florida Atlantic.The play by the second-year guard off an inbounds pass from Johnell Davis will go down in Florida Atlantic lore as it secured the first NCAA Tournament win in school history, 66-65 over Memphis in a rugged, back-and-forth game. It was just the second trip to the tournament — and the first since 2002 — for the ninth-seeded Owls, who advanced to face a surprising opponent, No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson, in the second round of the East Region. The Knights knocked off top seed Purdue in one of the biggest upsets in March Madness history.Coach Penny Hardaway’s eighth-seeded Tigers (26-9) had the ball and a one-point lead with 19 seconds left, but a steal by Brandon Weatherspoon and a subsequent jump ball — Hardaway argued his team had called timeout before the tie-up — gave the Owls (32-3) a chance.Boyd said he implored coach Dusty M...