No. 19 Virginia Tech presents big challenge for Wake Forest

Justin Fuente makes it clear No. 19 Virginia Tech has many areas in which it needs to improve.

Chelsea Handler’s personal ‘Evolution’ inspires new special

New York (AP) — When Chelsea Handler decided to pursue therapy, the comic may not have realized the level of introspection she’d encounter.

Review: Zemeckis makes Dahl’s ‘Witches’ a brighter affair

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Study: TV industry falls short of off-camera inclusivity

LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Zendaya won last month’s Emmy Award for top drama series actress, her triumph seemed to underscore the TV industry’s progress toward inclusivity.

No. 12 BYU hosts Texas State, attempt to move to 6-0

Texas State (1-5) at No. 12 BYU (5-0), Saturday at 10:15 p.m. ET (ESPN).

Louisiana House GOP trying to yank governor's virus rules

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana House Republicans filed a petition Friday to revoke Gov. John Bel Edwards' coronavirus restrictions for a week, as lawmakers finished a special session in which they sought more power over the Democratic governor's emergency actions but appeared likely to see that effort vetoed.

Animals, people rescue each other in heartfelt docuseries

LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a new docuseries, a child who uses a walker meets a dog with its own version of wheels. Inmates find solace in training canines for adoption, and pigs strut their stuff in a “body positivity" celebration.

Nuclear costs loom over races for Georgia utility regulator

ATLANTA (AP) — The shadow of two nuclear reactors that Georgia Power Co. is building near Waynesboro hangs over two statewide elections for the Georgia Public Service Commission. Although the reactors are now getting so close to completion that they are likely to enter service, whoever is elected will have to deal with the $25 billion project’s ultimate impact on customer bills.

Keeping your credit profile healthy during a pandemic

Credit may not be top of mind for many consumers these days. But as the pandemic and its associated economic woes drag on, they may want to give it some attention.

Intel, American Express fall; Mattel, Boston Beer rise

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially Friday:

AmEx profits plunge as travel spending comes to a standstill

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — American Express' fourth-quarter profits dropped by 39%, the credit card giant said Friday, as the pandemic's deep impacts on travel, entertainment and dining dramatically impacted the company's results.

Legals for October, 24 2020

7 miles of semifinals

Soccer semifinals begin for Columbia Falls, Whitefish

Soccer semifinals begin for Columbia Falls, Whitefish

Jacksonville State gets 1st FCS victory over FBS this season

MIAMI (AP) — Alen Karajic made his fourth field goal with 2:40 remaining and Jacksonville State beat Florida International 19-10 on Friday night for the first FCS victory over an FBS team this season.

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Nuclear costs loom over races for Georgia utility regulator

ATLANTA (AP) — The shadow of two nuclear reactors that Georgia Power Co. is building near Waynesboro hangs over two statewide elections for the Georgia Public Service Commission. Although the reactors are now getting so close to completion that they are likely to enter service, whoever is elected will have to deal with the $25 billion project’s ultimate impact on customer bills.

Louisiana House GOP trying to yank governor's virus rules

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana House Republicans filed a petition Friday to revoke Gov. John Bel Edwards' coronavirus restrictions for a week, as lawmakers finished a special session in which they sought more power over the Democratic governor's emergency actions but appeared likely to see that effort vetoed.

Trophy for MLS team with top record to be awarded after all

The Supporters’ Shield, the trophy given to the MLS team with the best regular-season record, will be handed out after all this season.

Intel, American Express fall; Mattel, Boston Beer rise

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially Friday:

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