No evidence found that betting integrity manipulated by Iowa and Iowa St. athletes tied to gambling
One of the state agencies involved in the ongoing investigation of alleged sports wagering violations by Iowa and Iowa State athletes announced there is no evidence suggesting the integrity of any contest involving the schools was affected by gambling interests.
Wider than websites? LGBTQ+ advocates fear broader discrimination after Supreme Court ruling
A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing a Colorado Christian graphic artist to refuse to work on wedding websites for same-sex couples has LGBTQ+ people across the country worried about broader consequences.
Kansas earns No. 1 seed in Midwest Region; Auburn gets No. 2
Kansas earned a No. 1 seed for the 15th time on Sunday, second only to North Carolina for most in college hoops history, and will open the NCAA Tournament in the Midwest Region against the play-in winner between Texas Southern and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in Fort Worth, Texas.
Ford Field in Detroit to become mass vaccination site for Metro Detroit
โIโm pleased to announce the addition of a new FEMA-supported site in Detroit,โ said White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator Jeff Zients. โThis site, located at Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions, has the ability to administer 6,000 shots per day.โUPDATE March 15: You can now register to get vaccinated against COVID at Ford FieldREAD: FEMA to convert Ford Field into regional mass vaccination siteIt was initially reported in February that officials from FEMA were touring Ford Field and were planning to turn the home of the Detroit Lions into a massive vaccination site. โProtect lives and move Michigan and Detroit forward.โThe way forward, she said, is the the vaccination site at Ford Field. I am thrilled that the recently enacted American Rescue Plan Act will deliver resources -- that I secured -- directly to the federal vaccination program at Ford Field. Having this new mass vaccination site operated by FEMA will be a significant step forward for our city and our region toward that goal.
Local congressional staffer making an impact in Washington
I didnโt really know exactly what I wanted to do,โ said Curtis Doster Jr., chief of staff for Democratic Rep. Brenda Lawrence of Michiganโs 15th Congressional District. Lawrence added that is uncommon to have a Black man in that position. โSome of the members of the Black Caucus, they donโt have Black chiefs of staff and so itโs the statement that a Black man can do this job, a Black man is doing this job,โ she said. READ MORE:โBlack Art Libraryโ exhibit at MOCAD celebrates work of artists through booksCity of Detroit showcases artists as kickoff to Black History MonthTell us: What does Black History Month mean to you? Unmasking the invisible men of the comic book worldAdโWe just want equity and equality and appreciationโ: The history behind Black History Month
Michigan leaders condemn โdouble standardโ of treatment of mostly white rioters at US Capitol
Congresswoman Lawrence says, though it may be difficult for people to hear or even realize, the truth is that Capitol police would have responded differently Wednesday if the rioters Black instead of white. More: Race double standard clear in riotersโ Capitol insurrectionLawrence was among the many lawmakers inside the U.S. Capitol when the pro-Trump extremists stormed the building on Wednesday. Many are wondering why police had such a heavy presence amid largely peaceful BLM protests, but were hardly present amid such a violent riot Jan. 6. He also agrees there are major differences in the treatment of white and Black demonstrators by law enforcement. Congresswoman Lawrence says hearings will take place regarding what happened in Washington on Jan. 6 and the lack of security at the Capitol.
Jennifer Lawrence marries Cooke Maroney at Rhode Island mansion
(CNN) - Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Maroney have officially tied the knot. The Oscar-winning actress' publicist confirmed the marriage to CNN on Sunday. The wedding was held a day before at Belcourt of Newport, a luxurious mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, according to Christy Welder, a representative for the estate. Lawrence and her Manhattan art dealer hubby said their vows in front of 150 guests, including Amy Schumer, Emma Stone, Adele and Kris Jenner, according to People. The bride wore a Dior gown for the celebration, Elle reported.
Jennifer Lawrence and fianc spark marriage speculation
Cooke Maroney and Jennifer Lawrence at a New York Rangers game last November. (CNN) - A sighting at the New York City Marriage Bureau has some people wondering if Jennifer Lawrence is now a married woman. The Oscar winner and her fianc, art dealer Cooke Maroney, were captured in photos published by Page Six outside the building, so naturally there is speculation they've tied the knot. In June, Lawrence opened up about falling in love with Maroney on the podcast "NAKED With Catt Sadler." Page Six first broke news of the engagement in February, reporting the pair was "spotted having a cozy dinner" in New York, where Lawrence was "rocking a 'massive ring' on her finger."
This 14-Year-Old Is Starting His Freshman Year at College
With the school year just getting underway, one young student is already far ahead of the class. Curtis Lawrence has just started his freshman year at George Washington University, WJLA. However, he's only as old as most high school freshmen. At just 14, the Washington D.C.-native is navigating campus life, thanks to a program at his high school called Schools Without Walls. George Washington University says Lawrence is the youngest student in their "traditional undergrad on-campus program."
More than 100 homeless NYC students graduate high school
(CNN) - They woke up each morning in a New York City homeless shelter, but they didn't let adverse circumstances block their path to success. Last Thursday night, the city's Department of Homeless Services honored more than 100 high school graduates who made it through school while homeless. From homeless shelters to college dormsEach of the students received a laptop and a duffel bag full of college essentials. Lawrence's father, Henry, is a chef for a local hospital but was forced to move the family into a homeless shelter when their rent rose. Data shows that 114,658 students are homeless in New York City, according to the New York State Technical and Education Assistance Center for Homeless Students.
Pet of the Week
This week's pet is Mr. Lawrence Henry Ping. He loves to be outside and play with toys or other dogs. Mr. Lawerence comes to us from Fido and Fluffy's Rescue, which can be reached at (586) 530-2221. He will be at an adoption event this Sunday, September 7th from 11am-3pm at Achatz, located at 75700 North Avenue, Armada, MI. The event is called Pies for Puppy.