By JASON DEAREN, Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Investigators are considering an array of possible ignition sources for the huge fires that have killed at least 10 people and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses in the Los Angeles area. In hilly, upscale Pacific Palisades, home to Hollywood stars like Jamie Lee Curtis and Billy Crystal who lost houses in the fire, … [Read more...] about What ignited the deadly California wildfires? Investigators consider an array of possibilities
Archives for January 2025
Supreme Court action on TikTok could shape congressional power
By Michael Macagnone, CQ-Roll Call WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court hears oral arguments Friday in a case over the future of social media giant TikTok in the United States, a challenge that experts say also could affect the power of Congress to regulate social media. The justices will have just nine days to decide what to do with the case before Jan. 19, when the federal law … [Read more...] about Supreme Court action on TikTok could shape congressional power
17 Players Exchange Filing Figures
This evening’s deadline to exchange filing figures has come and gone. The majority of arbitration-eligible players agreed to contracts to avoid going to a hearing. There were 17 instances where the player and team did not come to terms. Technically, nothing prevents players and teams from continuing to negotiate. However, virtually every team takes a “file-and-trial” approach … [Read more...] about 17 Players Exchange Filing Figures
Orioles To Sign Andrew Kittredge
The Orioles and free agent reliever Andrew Kittredge are in agreement on a one-year, $10MM guarantee, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The Paragon Sports International client receives a $9MM salary for the upcoming season and is guaranteed a $1MM buyout on a $9MM club option for 2026. Baltimore has a full 40-man roster and will need to make a move when the contract is … [Read more...] about Orioles To Sign Andrew Kittredge
Thursday Bird Droppings: Camden Yards upgrades move closer to reality (in 2026)
Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images The bonds that will fund video/sound upgrades for 2026 were approved by the state authority yesterday. Hello, friends. There are now two months and 18 days remaining until Orioles Opening Day. Pitchers and catchers will be reporting to spring training at a still not officially announced date that’s probably about a month … [Read more...] about Thursday Bird Droppings: Camden Yards upgrades move closer to reality (in 2026)