Former Wolverines, Bills player Riemersma files paperwork for Michigan congressional seatGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Former Michigan and Buffalo Bills tight end Jay Riemersma (REE’-muhrz-muh) has designs on Congress. Judge focuses on potential relocation fee as key to solving Coyotes bankruptcy casePHOENIX — A relocation fee imposed by the NHL could ruin Canadian billionaire Jim Balsillie’s bid to buy the bankrupt Phoenix Coyotes and move them to Hamilton, Ontario. Suspended NFL star Michael Vick back in Virginia court for hearing on bankruptcy statusNORFOLK, Va. — Suspended NFL star Michael Vick is back in bankruptcy court in Virginia. Suspended NFL star Michael Vick returning to Virginia court for hearing on bankruptcy statusNORFOLK, Va. — Suspended NFL star Michael Vick is returning to bankruptcy court in Virginia. Audit: TVA shoreline deals with NC congressman, others appear to show preferential treatmentKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Wealthy and influential people seeking private lakeshore access to the Tennessee Valley Authority’s 11,000 miles of shoreline on the Tennessee River system appeared to receive preferential treatment, according to an audit. Impoverished E. St. Louis hopes park, overlook facing Gateway Arch lead to riverfront renewalEAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. — The panoramic view of the shimmering Gateway Arch and St. Louis skyline is stirring. But for this struggling city, the debut of a new riverfront park offers a vision of far bigger things. MLB, NHL, NBA say adverse ruling in Coyotes case would set dangerous precedentPHOENIX — The other three major professional sports leagues warned in a court document Friday that a ruling against the NHL in its attempt to block the sale and move of the Phoenix Coyotes would set a dangerous precedent. New NFL union head, Ravens’ player meet with lawmakers to build support for preventing lockoutWASHINGTON — The new head of the NFL players union and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Domonique Foxworth met with key players on another field Thursday — Congress — to build support on Capitol Hill for preventing an owners’ lockout. AP News in BriefObama says he’ll accept Nobel Peace Prize as ‘call to action’ toward peace and prosperity Santa Clara city leaders approve deal for new 49ers stadiumSANTA CLARA, Calif. — A move by the San Francisco 49ers to Santa Clara is a step closer to reality after an early morning vote by the Santa Clara City Council. Lawsuit challenging suspensions of Vikings Kevin and Pat Williams moves back to state courtMINNEAPOLIS — A judge says he’ll move quickly but carefully as he takes up a lawsuit by Minnesota Vikings Kevin Williams and Pat Williams, who are fighting their four-game suspensions for their use of a banned substance. Designated new Afghan war commander says success won’t come quickly or easilyWASHINGTON — The Army general chosen to take over as top commander of U.S. and NATO troops in Afghanistan told senators Tuesday he believes the war can be won if a proper counterinsurgency campaign is undertaken. Designated new Afghan war commander says success will not come quickly or easilyWASHINGTON — The Army general chosen to take over as top commander of U.S. and NATO troops in Afghanistan told senators Tuesday he believes the war can be won if a proper counterinsurgency campaign is undertaken. Judges denies NFLPA request to hold off suspensions of Vikings, Saints players during appealMINNEAPOLIS — A federal judge denied on Friday a request by the NFL Players Association to put the suspensions of five players on hold while the case over use of a banned substance is being appealed. Bengals to be HBO stars in latest ‘Hard Knocks’ episode, looking to change image as NFL losersCINCINNATI — The star-crossed Bengals are about to become HBO’s latest stars. Texans tackle Okoye leads NFL group on voyage to Africa for educational and medical workHOUSTON — Amobi Okoye couldn’t take his eyes off the little girl in the colorful dress. Ex-Colts coach Dungy still busy, strong in his convictions after footballINDIANAPOLIS — Tony Dungy is busier than ever, even though he’s no longer coaching the Indianapolis Colts. LB Jason Taylor rejoins Miami Dolphins after 1 season with WashingtonMIAMI — Jason Taylor’s newest dance step has him back where he started. AP NewsBreak: LB Jason Taylor rejoins Miami Dolphins after 1 season with WashingtonMIAMI — Jason Taylor has rejoined the Miami Dolphins. Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson agrees to contract extensionORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills backup running back Fred Jackson has agreed to a contract extension. Dean, Smith, Donnan head College Football Hall of Fame’s divisional classSOUTH BEND, Ind. — The late Sam Mills, along with former NFL stars Fred Dean and Rod Smith, head the newest divisional class of the College Football Hall of Fame. Parents of slain NFL star call for review of general named to lead war in AfghanistanWASHINGTON — The parents of slain Army Ranger and NFL star Pat Tillman voiced concerns Tuesday that the general who played a role in mischaracterizing his death could be put in charge of military operations in Afghanistan. After success in London, NFL considering playing 2 regular-season games overseasCHARLOTTE, N.C. — After seeing fans jam London’s Wembley Stadium to watch the NFL the past two years, the league is considering adding a second regular-season game overseas in time for the 2010 season. New NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith says contract is completeEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — New NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith says his contract has been completed. Quincy Carter, former Dallas quarterback, arrested in Abilene on probation violation warrantABILENE, Texas — Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Quincy Carter is free on bond after his arrest in Abilene. Gates fires top general in Afghanistan as war worsens, saying new leadership is neededWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama fired the top U.S. general in Afghanistan on Monday, replacing him with a former special forces commander in a quest for a more agile, unconventional approach in a war that has gone quickly downhill. With the Taliban resurgent, Obama’s switch from Gen. David McKiernan to Lt. Gen. Stanley McChrystal suggests the new commander in chief wants major changes in addition to the additional troops he’s ordering into Afghanistan to shore up the war effort. US fires top general in Afghanistan as war worsens; Gates says new leadership neededWASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Robert Gates fired the commander of the Afghanistan war Monday, saying the Obama administration needed “fresh thinking” to turn around the war against a resurgent Taliban. US replaces top general in Afghanistan as war worsens; Gates says new leadership needed thereWASHINGTON — The Pentagon replaced its top general in Afghanistan Monday as President Barack Obama tries to turn around a stalemated war. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said he asked for the resignation of Gen. David McKiernan. Gates said new leadership is needed as the Obama administration launches its strategy in the seven-year-old campaign. US replaces top general in Afghanistan as war worsensWASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Robert Gates replaced the commander of the Afghanistan war on Monday, saying the Obama administration needs “fresh thinking” to turn around the war against a resurgent Taliban. Former Alabama quarterback Wilson tries to impress Falcons as undrafted rookie free agentFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — John Parker Wilson waited all weekend to throw a pass to Tony Gonzalez. |
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