National Sports

• USA advances in World Cup after controversial red card vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

  Team USA had to battle a controversial red card on Falorin Balogun, who also scored the only goal in the Round of 32 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday night.

• USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun receives controversial red card during Round of 32 match

  U.S. men’s national team star Folarin Balogun received a red card in the second half of their Round of 32 World Cup matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday night.

• USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun pays tribute to LeBron James after scoring in Round of 32 match

  Folarin Balogun scores against Bosnia and Herzegovina, celebrating with LeBron James' silencer move as the USMNT leads in the FIFA World Cup.

• Captain Aaron Judge calls out Yankees' 'lack of focus' before team drops 7th straight game

  Aaron Judge called out the New York Yankees' "lack of focus" before their losing streak moved to seven straight games on Wednesday against the Tigers.

• Belgium completes stunning World Cup comeback against Senegal to set up potential showdown with USA

  Belgium rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time, setting up a potential USMNT Round of 16 matchup at the 2026 World Cup.

• Celtics agree to send Jaylen Brown, 2024 Finals MVP, to 76ers in blockbuster NBA trade: report

  Jaylen Brown has reportedly been traded by the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and four draft picks in a blockbuster NBA deal.

• Pro wrestler Scarlett Bordeaux shares advice she tells women's wrestlers about online safety

  MLW star Scarlett Bordeaux shares the advice she gives fellow women's wrestlers about data removal websites to protect their privacy from fans.

• Harry Kane rescues England from shock World Cup exit with two goals in 11 minutes against DR Congo

  Harry Kane scored two goals in the final 21 minutes to complete England's comeback against DR Congo and advance to the World Cup round of 16.

• Mets owner Steve Cohen backs team's architect of brutal season, says team will 'live that contract out'

  Steve Cohen said David Stearns will keep his job through at least 2028 despite the Mets' disastrous 36-50 record and a 12-game losing streak in April.

• White House to still welcome viral Germany fan Freddy for visit despite backlash, Nick Adams says

  Freddy, the viral German soccer fan who recently deactivated his X account due to backlash, will still be attending his White House visit, envoy Nick Adams said.

• Rory McIlroy turns heads at Wimbledon by sporting his Masters green jacket at Center Court

  Rory McIlroy wore his Masters tournament green jacket to Wimbledon, sitting with wife Erica Stoll and his Ryder Cup teammates at Center Court.

• NFL Hall of Famer Dwight Freeney calls out league for putting games on too many streaming services

  Pro Football Hall of Famer Dwight Freeney says NFL games should be accessible to all fans regardless of economic bracket amid streaming expansion.

• WWE star touts pro wrestlers tearing it up on independent circuit

  Matt Cardona, the self-proclaimed "Indy God," names Shotzi, Richard Holliday and Ben Bishop as independent wrestling stars to watch right now.

• Ex-NFL reporter Dianna Russini interaction with police officer to dodge traffic ticket comes to light

  Police bodycam footage showed Dianna Russini name-dropping an NFL coach and showing texts during a traffic stop, refuting her earlier FaceTime claim.

• NFL star's brother charged with murder of mother after police found him self-barricaded near body

  NFL Pro Bowl defensive lineman Calais Campbell's brother Ciarre is accused of killing their mother Nateal in Atlanta after a welfare check call.

• Pirates vs Phillies under bet looks compelling as Wheeler and Skenes set up a five-inning strikeout showdown

  Paul Skenes faces Zack Wheeler as the Pirates visit the Phillies in a top pitching matchup, with the under at 3.5 runs through five innings.

• Guardians rookie tosses ball into stands after making second out, costs team go-ahead run

  Cleveland Guardians prospect Cooper Ingle suffered brain fog, throwing the ball into the stands thinking the inning was over against the Texas Rangers.

• Pro wrestler Vinnie Massaro found his 'WrestleMania moment' in Japan, shares love for building sport's future

  Vinnie Massaro reflects on nearly three decades in professional wrestling, from Japan wrestling at Korakuen Hall to training the next generation.

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  Ohio Dawn Patrol

  A premier WW1 R/C Model Plane Event

  Jul 2, 2026 at Airmasters Inc.
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  Hoosiers and Their Hooch- Perspectives on Prohibition

  Lawrenceburg Public Library District will host the Indiana Historical Society traveling exhibit Hoosiers and Their Hooch: Perspectives on Prohibition.

  Jul 2, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Public Library
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  Keep Calm and … Go Earthing

  Discover the multitude of health benefits of Earthing and experience the grounding sensations of the Earth first-hand as we relax.

  Jul 2, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Library

Aurora Aquatic Center Offering Free Admission Due to Excessive Heat This Week

All city residents, and non-resident children will get in free this week.

Rising Sun Regional Foundation Awards $216,450 in New Grants

Thirteen area organizations received funding

Indiana's Office of School Safety Marks First Year with Completion of 92-County School Safety Visits

On-site walkthroughs with school leaders and safety officials

Rushville Native Wins Lions Pride 5K to Kickoff 2026 SIRC

Four more events will be held locally to support cross country programs

PHOTOS: Four Local Athletes Compete at 2026 USA Games

All four performed well for Team Indiana

IATCCC Announces 2026 Academic All-State Teams

Several local student athletes earned All-State honors.