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After Cubs' Craig Counsell hire, a look at similar Chicago sports coaching moves

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

CHICAGO — It could end up being the most stunning move of the baseball offseason, and it was the north siders that made it happen. On Monday, the Cubs fired manager David Ross after four seasons and hired Milwaukee manager Craig Counsell, signing him to a reported five-year, $40 million contract. It caught many people off guard around baseball as the team made an aggressive move to begin the offseason after narrowly missing the playoffs. With Counsell, the Cubs got the most coveted managerial candidate this offseason, beating out the Brewers to retain him along with the Mets, who were also in the running to hire the 53-year-old skipper.While this was quite a shock, it certainly has happened in Chicago sports before, including the Cubs. Here are a few instances of that through the years.(Photo by David Banks/Getty Images)2014 - Cubs fire Rick Renteria to hire Joe MaddonAfter just one season and their third rebuilding under team president Theo Epstein and general manager Jed Hoyer, th...

0-3 in 1-score games this year, TCU's losing record is not indicative of their talent level

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It's easy to write off TCU because of the Horned Frogs' losing record and injury trouble on offense, but like College GameDay's Lee Corso always says — not so fast, my friend.TCU hosts No. 7 Texas at 6:30 p.m. CT Saturday at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, and they're doing so with a 4-5 overall record and 2-4 mark in the Big 12 Conference. They were blown out by Kansas State 41-3 the week before the Wildcats took Texas to overtime, but in every other loss, the Horned Frogs were in the game the entire way. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian knows that and isn't expecting an easy game by any stretch of the imagination. Quinn’s back: Ewers to start Saturday vs. TCU 2 weeks after shoulder injury "They've been in a lot of tough games, a lot of tight games," Sarkisian said Thursday. "They didn't finish them the way they would have liked, but they are very capable with a veteran defense."TCU starting quarterback Chandler Morris has been sidelined with a sprained MCL ...

Google’s Holiday 100 Guide gives gift ideas based on top-trending searches

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.You can’t go wrong with top-trending Google searches as giftsThis holiday season, there’s a surefire way to get the most popular gifts for everyone on your list. Google released its Holiday 100 Guide, which is based on the top-trending product searches from the year.Here’s how it works: Google compiled search data from everything consumers Googled all year. It then turned those trending searches into a list of the top 100 products across categories like Home and garden, Apparel and accessories, Electronics, Beauty, Toys and games and Health and wellness. The final list includes some of the most-searched-for products of the year, from claw clips to lab-grown diamonds to (of course) the TikTok-famous Stanley tumbler.We’ve put together a selection of some of the hottest items that are sure to be must-have gifts this year, no matter who you have to shop for.Shop this article: ...

Saints at Vikings picks: All aboard the Josh Dobbs bandwagon!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

Pioneer Press staffers who cover the Vikings forecast Sunday’s game at U.S. Bank Stadium against the New Orleans Saints:DANE MIZUTANIVikings 31, Saints 24Josh Dobbs put him 31 points last week while learning most of the plays on the fly. Imagine what he’ll be able to do this week with ample time to prepare.JOHN SHIPLEYVikings 24, Saints 19Since Bountygate, the Vikings have owned New Orleans. Also not going to pick against new local hero Josh Dobbs.CHARLEY WALTERSVikings 24, Saints 23Josh Dobbs is too good a story not to win again.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | Vikings preparing with veteran Sean Mannion as backup quarterback Minnesota Vikings | Vikings left guard Dalton Risner prides himself on picking up his teammates. Literally. Minnesota Vikings | Saints at Vikings: What to know ahead of Week 10 matchup Minnesota Vikings | The relentless determination of new Vikings quarterback Josh Dobbs Minnesota V...

Schnucks and Operation Food Search hand out Thanksgiving meals to thousands in need

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

OVERLAND, Mo. - With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, nearly 1,000 families in the St. Louis metro were gifted a complete holiday meal, thanks to Schnucks and Operation Food Search. Families lined their cars up along the Schnucks parking lot Friday for carefully-assembled bags containing items to help feed families this Thanksgiving. "All the ingredients for a full Thanksgiving dinner," said Kristen Wil, CEO of Operation Food Search. Taylor Swift’s heartfelt tribute to Lindenwood alumna during ‘Eras’ tour It may not be your typical roll call, but for many, it's necessary this November. As food prices continue to rise, so does the need for help."I've just retired, so it's harder for me," said Katrinka Coleman, one of many who lined up for the meals. Coleman recently retired from the post office. She says caring for her and her disabled sister has been hard."We've all felt the price of inflation across a lot of areas," said Stacy Brandt, Vice President of Operations at Schnuck...

St. Louis man charged in DUI crash that killed Illinois teen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. - A St. Louis man faces felony charges in connection with a DUI crash that killed an Illinois teenager last summer. Prosecutors have charged Dustin Gilliland, 44, with reckless homicide and aggravated DUI in connection with the crash, which claimed the life of Gregory Kuehnel Jr., 18, of Jerseyville. Man killed in south St. Louis County road-rage shooting Charges allege that Gilliland was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into another vehicle at the intersection of Illinois Routes 3 and 143. Keuhnel died in the collision and another occupant was also hurt. Investigators say Gilliland was also driving while his license in Missouri was suspended. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW “Impaired driving puts eve...

Broncos OLB Baron Browning’s sack celebrations reflect energy he brings to the field: “You can tell he’s having fun”

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

It’s rare to sack Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. That’s why Baron Browning had to do his dance.As Mahomes attempted to escape pressure on third-and-long in the fourth quarter of the Broncos 24-9 win in Week 8, he ran into his offensive lineman, and Browning came from behind to record his second sack.The third-year outside linebacker dashed near the goal line and went crazy. He moved side-to-side before falling to the ground and started pumping like Hingle McCringleberry from the “Key and Peele” skit.Baron Browning celebrations remain incredible. #EasyToCelebrate x @budlight pic.twitter.com/wtxWE0pZLz— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 29, 2023Safety Justin Simmons said Browning has similar traits to edge rusher Von Miller. While Browning has a long way to go to match the 8-time Pro Bowler’s sack numbers, his celebrations are just as creative and unique.“You can tell he’s having fun while playing,” defensive lineman Matt Henningsen told The Denver P...

PHOTOS: Students honor veterans at Arvada West High School on Veterans Day

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

Arvada West High School held a Veterans Day celebration event on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. The Student Council hosted 20 veterans from the community to show appreciation for their sacrifice to the country.Related ArticlesColorado News | Things to do this weekend: Beastie Boys brunch, the history of Colorado’s 10th Mountain Division and more

Massive Pacific storm to bring rain to Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

A massive Pacific storm system currently churching off the coast of Alaska is poised to bring measurable rain to Southern California next week and snow to the mountains.Forecasters with the National Weather Service say the storm will spin slowly toward the California coast over the next several days. Through this weekend and early next week, skies will be mostly clear and temperatures, mild, but “things will change very drastically and quickly,” says KTLA weather anchor Kaj Goldberg.Meteorologists say a large Pacific storm system will bring measurable rain to Southern California next week. Nov. 10, 2023.“The rain arrives Wednesday afternoon and evening, and will continue on Thursday and Friday and possibly into Saturday morning,” he says.The NWS is forecasting one to three inches of rain at lower elevations in the Los Angeles area. Snow is possible at or above 7,000 feet, which means ski resort base areas will likely see rain, Goldberg says.

Long Beach confirms first case of mosquito-borne St. Louis Encephalitis since 1984

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:47 GMT

The Long Beach Health Department has confirmed its first human case of mosquito-borne St. Louis Encephalitis since 1984, city officials announced on Thursday.The person who was infected was hospitalized but is currently recovering at home, officials said, and no other cases have been identified. "We are working diligently with healthcare providers to educate the community to prevent more cases of SLEV,” Mayor Rex Richardson said in a statement. “Mosquito control is a shared responsibility and residents must take an active role in reducing the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses in their neighborhoods.” Second-ever case of local dengue virus reported in Southern California SLEV is a disease caused by St. Louis Encephalitis and can spread to people if infected culex mosquitoes bite them. Most people who have the virus don’t show symptoms, but those who do can experience fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, and tiredness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.In th...