Day: April 9, 2023

NFL legend John Elway says he’s done with football; post-Broncos plans include spending time with family

2:06 am April 9, 2023

Super Bowl MVP quarterback John Elway officially ended his professional working relationship with the Denver Broncos at the conclusion of the 2022 season. His contract expired at the start of the new league year in March. The Hall of Fame quarterback worked in the Broncos’ front office in various roles for more than a decade, […]

Washington state Senate passes bill banning production, sale, and importing of assault weapons

1:55 am April 9, 2023

Lawmakers in Washington state have passed a bill that would prohibit the sale, manufacture and import of assault weapons in the state. “Both chambers of the Washington State Legislature have now approved a historic ban on the sale of assault weapons in Washington state,” Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson said in a press release Saturday […]

Sen. Richard Blumenthal, 77, to undergo surgery after breaking leg

1:45 am April 9, 2023

Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal is expected to undergo surgery on Sunday after fracturing his femur. The Connecticut Democrat fractured his femur during a mishap at the victory parade for the UConn Men’s Basketball team on Saturday, News 12 Connecticut reported. The Huskies won the Men’s NCAA Basketball National Championship earlier this week. According to the […]

Israeli military: 3 rockets fired from Syria toward Israel

1:30 am April 9, 2023

The Israeli military said Saturday that three rockets were launched from Syria toward Israeli territory, a rare attack from the country’s northeastern neighbor that comes after days of escalating violence on multiple fronts. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the rocket launches, which caused no damage or casualties. Only one rocket managed to […]

USWNT star Mallory Swanson hospitalized after suffering knee injury in game against Ireland

1:17 am April 9, 2023

United States women’s national team forward Mallory Swanson was taken of the field on a stretcher in the first half of an exhibition match Saturday. The U.S. was playing against Ireland in preparation for this summer’s Women’s World Cup. Team USA won 2-0, but Swanson’s injury was the primary concern after the match ended. Swanson […]