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1+ day, 4+ hour ago (120+ words) The Wolverines had perhaps the best Feast Week to take them over Arizona and Purdue in a roller-coaster No. 1 race. Duke's star freshman has established a tier of his own at this point in the seasonlong awards race. National champions facing off, the nastiest rivalry in the game and more are up this month. The V Foundation continues the fight against cancer. If you're able to, help us defeat cancer by donating at v.org/donate. The Big Ten has never had a better chance to end its 25-year national championship drought. Which top prospects lead our first rankings? Who needs to make their mark before June's draft? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class....

1+ day, 7+ hour ago (589+ words) US Secret Service and Metropolitan Police at the scene of the 26 November shooting that left two National Guard members critically injured A National Guardsman is on the mend after he was critically injured in an ambush-style shooting last month in Washington DC. The parents of Andrew Wolfe, 24, say "his head wound is slowly healing and that he's beginning to 'look more like himself,'" said West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey. The family expects the Air Force staff sergeant to be in acute care for the next two to three weeks, and they feel optimistic about his progress, said the governor in a statement. Staff Sft Wolfe was one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot when a gunman opened fire not far from the White House on 26 November. His colleague, 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, died from her injuries. "We continue to ask…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago (246+ words) It's state championship weekend in Washington high school football. The quest for a 2025 state title has reached the last round, with the Class 4A championship set for Saturday night at Husky Stadium in Seattle. The WIAA championship in Washington's largest classification has come down to the Sumner Spartans (10-3) vs. the Lake Stevens Vikings (13-0). Lake Stevens is the No. 2 seed, and Sumner is No. 5. Opening kickoff is set for 7 p.m. PT on Saturday, December 6 with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. Both teams are coming off tough games in the semifinals. Sumner avenged a lopsided regular-season loss to Puyallup with a 42-35 win over the top-seeded Vikings, while Lake Stevens outlasted Graham-Kapowsin 44-35. Sumner is the defending state champion, and Lake Stevens took the 4A title in 2023 and 2022, when the Vikings won their first-ever football championship behind now-Oregon Ducks running back Jayden Limar. Lake Stevens…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago (546+ words) A house in Sewell that sold for $535,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Washington Township in the past week. The area saw a total of 17 residential real estate sales during the past week, averaging $487,406. The average price per square foot was $205. The prices in the list below include real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Nov. 24 even if the property may have been sold earlier. A sale has been finalized for a detached house at 326 Hillcrest Lane in Blackwood. The price was $335,000. The house was built in 1958 and the living area totals 1,120 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $299. The deal was finalized on Nov. 12. The sale of the single-family house at 12 Old York Road in Blackwood has been finalized. The price was $370,000. It was built…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago (163+ words) The 27-year-old social media influencer and wife of Dallas Mavericks Forward P.J. Washington kept her look clean and elevated. She wore an oversized black leather jacket paired with fitted leggings and tall black boots, creating a monochrome silhouette that was equal parts casual and chic. Adding a fun pop of color, Washington carried a bright pink Herm's handbag that instantly broke up the black with a hint of playfulness. Her makeup was soft with bronzed eye shadow, glossy lips and full lashes while her long wavy hair framed her face perfectly. Fans filled the comments with love. "Really that girl "," one wrote. Another added, " you are such a mood "," while one more simply gushed, " pretty." Meghan Markle Contacts Estranged Dad Thomas Markle After His Leg Was Amputated in Philippines Hospital Dua Lipa Stuns in Backless Satin Mini While Sharing Emotional Message…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago (114+ words) Pretreatment from crews in Washington, D.C. is helping keep the snow at bay, for the start of the first winter storm of the season for the nation's capital. FOX Weather Correspondent Katie Byrne has the latest conditions. Pretreatment from crews in Washington, D.C. is helping keep the snow at bay, for the start of the first winter storm of the season for the nation's capital. FOX Weather Correspondent Katie Byrne has the latest conditions. Pretreatment from crews in Washington, D.C. is helping keep the snow at bay, for the start of the first winter storm of the season for the nation's capital. FOX Weather Correspondent Katie Byrne has the latest conditions....

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (131+ words) Preview the Dec 6 matchup between the USC Trojans and Washington Huskies with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more. 24 USC Trojans (8-0, 1-0 Big Ten) will host the Washington Huskies (5-3, 0-1 Big Ten) after winning five straight home games The contest begins at 6 p.m ET on Saturday, December 6, 2025 The Trojans hit the court as 6-point favorites against the Huskies The game features an over/under of 154.5 Continue scrolling to get everything you need to know ahead of placing bets on the USC-Washington matchup This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports Learn more about the USC Trojans vs...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago (219+ words) A 14-year-old boy who was found shot inside a vehicle in Tacoma was in critical condition Friday evening, Tacoma Police (TPD) confirmed. Just before 4 p.m., police were called to a crash in the 6400 block of East McKinley Avenue. When officers arrived, they found the boy inside the car. "TPD started life-saving measures then the Tacoma Fire Department took over and transported a 14-year-old male to the hospital in critical condition," said Shelbie Boyd with Tacoma Police. Police had made no arrests as of Friday evening. Metal thieves recently hit Sumner Cemetery, stealing plaques and bronze markers, Sumner Police said Friday. A Seattle hookah lounge will remain closed following a fatal shooting, as announced by Seattle authorities. Detectives with the Seattle Police Department (SPD) are currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 42 Avenue S. and S. Othello Street. Snohomish County Deputies said they…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (387+ words) Washington State coach Jimmy Rogers has agreed to a six-year deal to become the next coach at Iowa State, the school announced Friday. Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard moved quickly to replace departing coach Matt Campbell, who agreed to an eight-year deal to take over Penn State on Friday, and landed Rogers, a proven winner at the FCS level who just concluded his first regular season at Washington State. "Since our initial meeting, I have stayed in close contact with him and have been very impressed with his work ethic and understanding of what it takes to be successful at Iowa State," Pollard added. "He is a proven winner who has demonstrated throughout his career that he will fit our culture." The 38-year-old Rogers has a 33-9 record over three seasons as a head coach. He went 6-6 in his debut…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (194+ words) Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged. With every win, Detroit and its elite young core are moving further away from the dregs of a grueling rebuild. Giannis paired with Steph Curry? Kevin Durant? Victor Wembanyama?! NBA insiders break down five deals the Bucks could consider. Anthony Edwards' courtside commentary and Jake LaRavia's 27-point night turned a short-handed matchup into an instant classic in late October. Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each. The 1971-1972 Los Angeles Lakers have the longest winning streak in NBA history. See which other teams make the list. NBA insiders break down the first Power Rankings of December, evaluating all 30 teams as the end of the year draws near. NBA execs weigh in on the players' trade value amid…...