5 dead, including 2 sheriff’s deputies, after 13-hour standoff in N.C.

Two sheriff’s deputies were among the five people killed after a lengthy standoff in northwestern North Carolina. Officials said the standoff began on Wednesday when deputies performed a welfare check at a Boone, N.C., home after the owner and family members failed to show up for work and didn’t answer phone calls. The Watauga County …

8 indicted in hazing death of Bowling Green State University student

Prosecutors announced Thursday that eight people were indicted by an Ohio grand jury in connection with the death of a Bowling Green State University student who died from alcohol poisoning after attending a fraternity party. Wood County Prosecuting Attorney Paul Dobson said the eight men attended a Pi Kappa Alpha party March 4 at an …

Minnesota Timberwolves Jarrett Culver to miss season due to ankle surgery

The Minnesota Timberwolves announced Thursday that guard Jarrett Culver will miss the rest of the 2020-21 season as he undergoes surgery on his right ankle, scheduled for May 7.  Culver missed over a month of playtime earlier this year due to what was called an ankle sprain before returning in March. Ongoing issues with his …

Milwaukee Brewers place ace pitcher Corbin Bunes on injured list

The Milwaukee Brewers have placed starting pitcher Corbin Burnes on the injured list on Thursday, however the reason was not specified. Players who are placed on the injured list for an undisclosed reason usually sit out due to a positive COVID-19 test. If Burnes did test positive for COVID-19, he must be quarantined for 10 …

‘Gossip Girl’ reboot to premiere on HBO Max in July

The official Twitter handle of “Gossip Girl” announced that the reboot of the drama is set to premiere on HBO Max in July.  The tweet reads: “Good afternoon, followers. I need no introduction, but these New York elite do. Pleased to present your newest obsession — coming to @hbomax this July. Clear your calendars accordingly.” …

“Dexter” revival drops first teaser and reveals fall premiere date

Showtime has released the first official teaser for the series’ forthcoming revival of the series Dexter.  The network announced it would be reviving Dexter last October as a 10-episode limited series bring back original star Michael C. Hall and showrunner Clyde Phillips. On Thursday, Showtime shared a 10-second long clip on social media.  The first look …

North Carolina judge declines to release Andrew Brown Jr. shooting videos

A North Carolina judge ruled Wednesday against publicly releasing the body-worn camera footage of the police shooting of Andrew Brown Jr., Pasquotank County Superior Court Judge Jeff Foster said immediate family members, including Brown’s son, Khalil Ferebee, and a family attorney, can view the videos within 10 days. Foster denied a media request for the …

Tampa Bay Buccaneers and wide receiver Antonio Brown agree to one-year deal

Free agent Antonio Brown agreed to a one-year contract with the Super Bowl champions Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021, Brown’s agent said Wednesday. The deal includes $3.1 million in guarantees and is worth up to $6.25 million. “It’s official! Antonio Brown is running it back with the Buccaneers,” Brown’s agent tweeted. Brown, 32, made 45 …

FBI agents search Rudy Giuliani’s NYC apartment and office as part of Ukraine probe

FBI agents executed search warrants at Rudy Giuliani’s Manhattan apartment and his office to seize electronic devices Wednesday. The New York Times first reported the on the search warrants. Federal investigators have been looking into Giuliani’s dealings with Ukrainian officials. Last December, federal prosecutors discussed whether to make a legal request for Giuliani’s electronic communications. …

Carolina Panthers trade Teddy Bridgewater to Denver Broncos for 6th round pick

The Carolina Panthers announced Wednesday they have traded quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to the Denver Broncos for a sixth-round pick. Broncos GM George Paton said in a statement:  “Acquiring Teddy Bridgewater adds competition, experience and a strong veteran presence to our quarterback room.”  Carolina will be paying the 28-year-old $7 million in 2021 while Denver will …