Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Queen joins Zion Williamson, Jordan Poole and 7th overall pick Jeremiah Fears in New Orleans. Derik Queen’s meteoric rise from a five-star recruit to Maryland men’s basketball star to NBA lottery pick in just over 16 months is complete. The New Orleans Pelicans traded an unprotected 2026 first-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks to move up … [Read more...] about New Orleans Pelicans trade for Derik Queen’s draft rights at 13th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft
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MM 6.26: Maryland men’s basketball to face Georgetown in 2025-26 home opener
Photo courtesy of Maryland Athletics This is a Maryland Minute, a short story followed by a roundup of Terps-related news. By Rachel Lawrence Maryland men’s basketball is set to host Georgetown in the Terps’ 2025-26 home opener on Nov. 7. It will be the schools’ first matchup in 9 years. Mark your - hosting the Hoyas for the home opener! - https://t.co/AhFLQy9Bd9 … [Read more...] about MM 6.26: Maryland men’s basketball to face Georgetown in 2025-26 home opener
5 killed in collision between train and vehicle in Gary, Indiana
The Lake County Coroner's office confirmed five bodies were recovered from the crash site. … [Read more...] about 5 killed in collision between train and vehicle in Gary, Indiana
Texas grand jury hands down indictment in high school track meet death
A Texas district attorney said a 17-year-old has been indicted by a grand jury in connection with the stabbing death of a teenager at a high school track meet a few months ago. Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced on Tuesday that Karmelo Anthony was indicted for first-degree murder in the April 2 alleged killing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high … [Read more...] about Texas grand jury hands down indictment in high school track meet death
Pet food bank relieves financial burden on Howard County pet owners
For pet owners who struggle to provide for their cats or dogs, Howard County Animal Control and Shelter’s pet food bank offers free food as well as cat litter to anyone who calls requesting help. First founded in 2008 as a pet food bank for seniors, the program has evolved during the past two decades to meet the community’s needs, Howard County Animal Control & Adoption … [Read more...] about Pet food bank relieves financial burden on Howard County pet owners