No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette not overlooking Georgia State

ATLANTA (AP) — Coach Billy Napier is guarded against No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette having a letdown Saturday against Georgia State.

Steven Brault 2-hits Cardinals, ending Pirates' 8-game skid

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steven Brault pitched a two-hitter for his first career complete game, Gregory Polanco hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped an eight-game skid with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday night.

NHL playoffs showcase Russia's goaltending renaissance

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Nikolai Khabibulin wakes up in Yekaterinburg to watch NHL playoff highlights and beams with pride at the saves made by so many Russian goaltenders.

Big Ten teams start sprint toward unusual football season

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Now that the Big Ten has a rescheduled kickoff weekend, coaches and players can start the sprint to opening day.

When can I shred this check? Answers to online banking FAQ

As the COVID-19 pandemic leads banking customers to lean into online technology to manage their money, those trying online banking for the first time may find themselves with questions about how to handle things previously done in person or with paper documents.

Citadel embraces shot at No. 1 Clemson in revamped schedule

Citadel coach Brent Thompson wasn't sure his team would ever get the chance to play this season, let alone take on the nation's top-ranked team.

Asian stocks retreat on lack of new Fed action

Asian stock markets declined Thursday after the U.S. Federal Reserve indicated its benchmark interest rate will stay close to zero at least through 2023 but announced no additional stimulus plans.

No. 23 Appalachian State enters Top 25, visits Marshall

No. 23 Appalachian State (1-0) at Marshall (1-0), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS).

Legals for September, 18 2020

US Embassy in Kabul warns of extremist attacks against women

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan warned that extremists groups are planning attacks against a “variety of targets” but are taking particular aim at women.

Steven Brault 2-hits Cardinals, ending Pirates' 8-game skid

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steven Brault pitched a two-hitter for his first career complete game, Gregory Polanco hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped an eight-game skid with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday night.

With LA story ruined, Lakers set for West finals vs Nuggets

LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers were there waiting. Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers were right on the doorstep.

Nevada COVID-19 panel OKs reopening bars in Las Vegas, Elko

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Bars in and around Las Vegas will be allowed to reopen after this weekend with limited capacity, distance between customers and facial coverings all around, following action Thursday by a Nevada coronavirus response task force.

NHL playoffs showcase Russia's goaltending renaissance

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Nikolai Khabibulin wakes up in Yekaterinburg to watch NHL playoff highlights and beams with pride at the saves made by so many Russian goaltenders.

Jets' Darnold working to put dismal season debut behind him

NEW YORK (AP) — Sam Darnold's feet weren't right at times. His arm misfired. And his mind seemed scattered.

Kelly's No. 7 Irish welcome Scott's rebuilding South Florida

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — First-year South Florida coach Jeff Scott is looking forward to the gamble his Bulls are taking this Saturday in visiting No. 7 Notre Dame.

Wilson earns WNBA's Most Valuable Player award

A'ja Wilson doesn't remember much after figuring out that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert was surprising her with the league's MVP award.

No. 23 Appalachian State enters Top 25, visits Marshall

No. 23 Appalachian State (1-0) at Marshall (1-0), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS).

No. 7 Notre Dame's home winning streak on line against USF

South Florida (1-0) at No. 7 Notre Dame (1-0), Saturday at 2:30 p.m. ET (USA).

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