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ESPN Draymond Green: Kick to Steven Adams not intentional; Russell Westbrook responds ESPN OKLAHOMA CITY -- Golden State Warriors All-Star Draymond Green repeated his assertion that his kick to the groin of Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams was accidental, while also pushing back against Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook's ... Draymond Green avoids suspension after kicking Steven Adams in the groinSB Nation Warriors' Draymond Green not suspended for groin kick to Steven AdamsUSA TODAY Draymond Green avoids suspension for groin kickSports Illustrated Yahoo Sports (blog) -Los Angeles Times -NBA.com (blog) -SFGate all 393 news articles » Google

SARASOTA, Fla. (TheBlaze/AP) — Hazardous materials teams found unidentified chemicals inside cleaning closets at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Florida on Monday after the clinic sent seven staffers who were complaining of breathing problems to a hospital for evaluation, police and clinic officials said. A total of 42 people were evacuated at 10:45 a.m. and people were decontaminated at the scene, Sarasota Police Department spokeswoman Genevieve Judge said in a news release. At the moment, there is no criminal investigation, Judge said. Planned Parenthood spokesman Andrew Taverrite said no patients were onsite. At least seven people were taken to the hospital as a result of the incident, Fox News reported. The workers were expected to be allowed back into the clinic later Monday, Judge said. The clinic provides family planning services, preventive health care, testing for sexually transmitted diseases, and abortions. Planned Parenthood is a national target because of its role as the largest U.S. abortion provider. Last year, edited videos were released purporting to show Planned Parenthood selling fetal tissue for profit. The organization has denied the allegation. Two anti-abortion activists were indicted in connection with making the videos. Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source

New York Times FIFA Fires a Top Official Amid New Questions of Wrongdoing New York Times Markus Kattner, FIFA's acting secretary general, at the association's congress in Mexico City this month. Credit Edgard Garrido/Reuters. FIFA, the governing body of global soccer, announced on Monday that the man who controlled its finances for the ... FIFA fires deputy secretary general over alleged wrongdoingUSA TODAY FIFA fires deputy secretary general Markus KattnerLynchburg News and Advance FIFA fires deputy secretary general KattnerChannel News Asia Evening Standard -Sport24 -BNO News all 10 news articles » Google

Reuters Brazil planning minister denies trying to halt graft probe Reuters BRASILIA/RIO DE JANIERO Brazil's newly appointed Planning Minister, Romero Juca, on Monday denied a newspaper account that he had sought to stall a wide-ranging corruption probe by aggressively pushing the impeachment process of suspended ... Brazil's New Planning Minister Says He Will Stay in OfficeWall Street Journal Brazilians are using a demonic chant to protest their new presidentBusiness Insider Brazil interim gov't under fire in wake of leaked recordingSan Francisco Chronicle International Business Times -Bloomberg -The Fiscal Times -Fox News Latino all 47 news articles » Source

Rum Bunter Pirates' Ryan Vogelsong hit in head by pitch ESPN Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Ryan Vogelsong was taken from PNC Park in an ambulance Monday after being struck in the head by a pitch. Batting with the bases loaded in the bottom of the second, Vogelsong had an 0-2 count when a pitch from right-hander ... Pirates' Ryan Vogelsong hit in head by pitch, carted offUSA TODAY Pirates' Ryan Vogelsong: Leaves Monday's game after HBP to headCBSSports.com Pirates pitcher Ryan Vogelsong leaves after taking pitch to faceSports Illustrated Rotowire all 17 news articles » Google

Former Vice President Al Gore declined to endorse either former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton or Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders for the Democratic presidential nomination during an interview Monday on NBC’s “Today.” Asked if either candidate had sought his endorsement, Gore replied, “I’ve gotten signals that you can interpret that way.” Former Vice President Al Gore (Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for New York Times) Gore called himself a “lifelong Democrat” and declared that he will support the Democratic nominee. Discussing the “unusual” 2016 presidential campaign, Gore said, “I’m one of the millions who sometimes just does a double take: ‘Whoa, what was that?’” Though he criticized presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump’s stance on climate change, Gore said that he has “some basis for hope” for progress on climate change — the former veep’s signature issue — should Trump become president. “President [Jimmy] Carter said that he hopes [Trump] will be malleable, so I don’t know,” Gore said. Gore’s interview was part of a celebration of the 10th anniversary of the release of “An Inconvenient Truth,” the climate change documentary he made following his failed 2000 campaign for president. He told NBC that he still faces “attacks” by people “who don’t like the message,” of the film, which contained several errors and predictions that never came to pass. And he went on to point out that he lives a “green” lifestyle. “I don’t own a private plane,” Gore said. “My house runs on 100 percent renewable energy. I do walk the talk.” — Follow Kate Scanlon (@kgscanlon) on Twitter Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source

CNN VA Secretary Disneyland-wait time comparison draws ire CNN (CNN) Veterans Affairs Secretary Bob McDonald downplayed Monday the time it takes for veterans to receive medical treatment by comparing the "experience" of waiting for health care to Disnelyland guests waiting for a ride. "When you go to Disney, do ... Robert McDonald, Veterans Affairs secretary, likens VA wait times to Disneyland experienceWashington Times VA Secretary says pay, politics, a problem in filling long-vacant St. Louis medical center top jobSTLtoday.com VA Secretary Bob McDonald: Veteran wait times not what really mattersUSA TODAY Reason (blog) -The Hill -Breitbart News -Washington Examiner all 17 news articles » Google

Politico Corker dismisses VP chatter after Trump meeting Politico Fresh out of a meeting with Donald Trump, Sen. Bob Corker (R-Tenn.) downplayed any speculation that his visit to Trump Tower represented anything more than a discussion on policy issues and getting to better know the presumptive Republican nominee. Sen. Bob Corker downplays VP talk amid Trump visitWashington Times Corker says meeting with Trump was on policyThe Tennessean Trump meets with Sen. Corker in New YorkSalon BizPac Review -Chattanooga Times Free Press -FOX10 News -WKRN.com all 10 news articles » Google

ArmyTimes.com 5 things you should know about West Point graduation (plus a list of grads) ArmyTimes.com More than 950 future Army leaders claimed their degrees and commissions as second lieutenants Saturday at West Point, New York, during the U.S. Military Academy's graduation ceremony. Click here for a list of names, and read on for some highlights from ... Veterans angry over Army cadet who appeared to be texting during graduation marchfox2now.com West Point cadet under fire for being on phone during...WKMG Orlando West Point cadet distracted by phone during marchWHDH-TV CBS Local -Opposing Views -Daily Caller -WNCN all 18 news articles » Google

ESPN Matt Kenseth losing Dollar General as main sponsor ESPN Joe Gibbs Racing will lose Dollar General as a sponsor, leaving the team with 30 races to fill for driver Matt Kenseth beginning next season. Dollar General has no plans to sponsor another team or be part of NASCAR. "Our strategy to reallocate our ... Report: Dollar General leaving Joe Gibbs Racing at end of Sprint Cup seasonFOXSports.com Dollar General departing Matt Kenseth's team after 2016Yahoo Sports (blog) Joe Gibbs Racing, Matt Kenseth reportedly losing Dollar General as primary sponsorSporting News Autoweek -WPTZ -Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3 -Frontstretch.com (press release) (blog) all 11 news articles » Google

Chat Sports Browns cut WR Brian Hartline NFL.com After selecting four receivers in the 2016 NFL draft, the Cleveland Browns cut ties with a veteran. The team released Brian Hartline on Monday, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported, per a source informed of the move. Pro Football Talk reported first ... Browns release Brian HartlineNBCSports.com Brian Hartline released by Cleveland Brownscleveland.com Cleveland Browns cut wide receiver Brian HartlineWKYC-TV newsnet5.com -Eleven Warriors (registration) -Chat Sports all 7 news articles » Google

Boston.com Boston College's Troy Flutie scheduled to be arraigned after drunken driving arrest MassLive.com FILE PHOTO — Boston College quarterback Troy Flutie (16) is sacked for a loss by Louisville's Trevon Young (91) to end the comeback bid in their NCAA college football game in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015. Louisville beat Boston College 17-14. Boston College QB Troy Flutie arrested for drunk drivingBoston.com Boston College football player Troy Flutie arrested for drunken drivingBoston Herald Doug Flutie's Nephew Troy Charged With Drunk Driving In NatickCBS Local WCVB Boston -The Heights all 6 news articles » Google

New York Daily News NYPD and FDNY brawl during charity football game New York Daily News A fight broke out on the field at the annual NYPD/FDNY football game at MCU Park on Coney Island. NY Daily News. NYPD and FDNY brawl during charity football game. A fight broke out on the field at the annual NYPD/FDNY football game at MCU Park on ... FDNY, NYPD Get Into Bloody Brawl During Charity Football GameNBC New York NYPD and FDNY throw down in ugly brawl at charity football gameSporting News Watch this NYPD-FDNY football game turn into a bloody brawlNew York Post Fox News -UPROXX -Huffington Post -New York's PIX11 / WPIX-TV all 18 news articles » Google

A San Fransisco sportscaster had a hard time containing his agitation when he realized during a live broadcast that the story he’d prepared to discuss had already been covered by his colleague minutes earlier. KRON-TV’s Gary Radnich was ready to talk about NBA star LeBron James’ role in the new “Space Jam 2” movie, but moments before his segment began, he realized that fellow KRON reporter Catherine Heenan had already broken the news. Image source: YouTube “We should tell you LeBron James is gonna star —” he begins, before shooting Heenan a hateful glare, “— in ‘Space Jam.’” “We actually — oh. Are you mad? ‘Cause I already said that,” Heenan replied, sounding hesitant. Then, as the cameras continued to roll during the live newscast, Radnich, who joined the station in 1985, according to his bio, proceeded to grill Heenan on her sports knowledge. “How’s Steph Curry‘s knee?” he asked before launching into a tirade, expressing his disbelief that Heenan would engage in such an act of betrayal. “How long have we been friends? Twenty-three years,” he said. “Have you ever — and I’m gonna say this with a smile — have you ever heard me say right before you came on, ‘There’s an irrigation problem in Gilroy’?” he fumed. Heenan tried to laugh it off with an eye roll before telling her coworker that he’d have to discuss the matter with the station’s producer, whom she claimed gave her “that lovely script.” “Don’t try and pit me against the producer,” Radnich shot back. The sportscaster then addressed the camera, sharing with all of his viewers that Hennan was a longtime family friend. “Catherine has stayed in my mother’s home, she’s written my mother notes and she’s stolen my material,” he said. After the incident, some of Heenan’s fans reached out on Twitter to voice their support. “Sorry to see how Gary treated you on air,” one follower named Matt Dalton wrote, adding, “We’ve all worked with jerks. He should apologize.” Heenan replied, thanking him while trying to downplay the uncomfortable event: “Thanks Matt — I know he was just trying to be funny, but I appreciate the support!” Dalton replied that Radnich “should know better,” calling the situation “awkward.” “Well done in that Gary R thing,” another follower named Neal Cavanaugh tweeted. “You handled it great.” Cavanaugh shared with Heenan that he “stopped listening to Gary years ago because of his runaway ego.” On Saturday, Radnich wrote a Facebook post addressed to viewers who “thought [he] was mad,” asking people to “please watch again” and see that he was actually only “playing.” Was it all just a bizarre joke? That’s for viewers to decide. — Follow the author of this story on Twitter: Follow @carlyhoilman Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source

The choir at East Liverpool High School in East Liverpool, Ohio, had a long tradition of singing the Lord’s Prayer during graduation ceremonies — a 70-year practice that school officials recently halted after demands from an atheist activist group. But students apparently weren’t willing to bow down to the Freedom From Religion Foundation’s complaint so easily. When class valedictorian Jonathan Montgomery took the stage this weekend, he reportedly led the entire class in reciting the popular Christian prayer. What followed was a rousing round of applause from the audience. Watch the moment unfold at the 2:25 mark below: Some have questioned why the school district backed down so quickly — a question that the head of the East Liverpool City School board was more than willing to answer. School board president Larry Walton told WTOV-TV that officials decided not to fight atheists’ demands due to the costly legal battle that could have unfolded as a result. “We said ‘okay, we just won’t do it anymore,’” he told the outlet. “It was a decision made because we don’t have a lot of money and we’d rather hire teachers than pay lawyers.” Walton previously apologized and said, “It’s a war we can’t win.” We’ll leave you with another report about the defiant move below: (H/T: WTOV-TV) – Follow the author of this story on Twitter and Facebook and check out his new book “The Armageddon Code: One Journalist’s Quest for End-Times Answers”: Follow @BillyHallowell Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source

MSNBC President Obama's poll support raises eyebrows MSNBC It's funny to think back to the 2014 midterms and what the chattering class was saying after Republican gains. President Obama was “finished,” Americans were told. The election results were a stinging rebuke to the White House and its agenda, and ... Capital Journal Daybreak: Campaign 2016, MoreWall Street Journal (blog) Republicans are still pining for a real Obama administration scandalThe Week Magazine The science behind Donald Trump's 'us versus them' rhetoricLos Angeles Times St. Augustine Record -Today's News-Herald -PoliticusUSA -Daily Caller all 31 news articles » Google

CNN International French Open 2016: Defending champion Stan Wawrinka survives scare CNN International (CNN) It was, for a defending champion playing on center court, not the smoothest way to begin the defense of a grand slam crown. On a nippy day in Paris that had spectators wearing thick coats after a spell of rain, less than half of Philippe Chatrier ... and more » Google

Huffington Post Rauner to Illinois GOP: "No Way Hillary Clinton Gets Elected" Huffington Post PEORIA — As I left the 2016 Illinois Republican Party convention Saturday, I couldn't decide if I had just witnessed the death knell of the once mighty state GOP or the earliest spark of its resurrection. After weeks of turmoil over the prospect of ... Illinois gov. urges Clinton defeat but won't state support for TrumpWashington Examiner Illinois Republicans Divided On Same-Sex Marriage, TrumpWBEZ Illinois GOP 2016 convention recapCommunities Digital News Progress Illinois -Windy City Times -ChicagoPride.com all 9 news articles » Google

MLive.com Bogus tutoring programs stole $1.275 million from Detroit students, feds say MLive.com DETROIT, MI -- While Detroit Public Schools are hundreds of millions of dollar in debt and its teachers worry about poor conditions and whether they'll received their next paycheck, more cases of alleged corruption are being exposed. The latest ... Ex-DPS official charged in $1.275M fraud caseThe Detroit News Feds: Detroit Public Schools administrator ran $1.2M tutoring scamDetroit Free Press Former agent for Detroit Public Schools charged with stealing more than $1.25 million from districtWXYZ WDIV Detroit all 6 news articles » Google

NJ.com Ryan Fitzpatrick, per reports: 'I would like to be back' with Jets NJ.com Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick broke his silence for the first time this offseason, and he even addressed a few things about his ongoing contract impasse with the Jets. At ex-Jet Willie Colon's charity golf tournament in Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y ... Ryan Fitzpatrick: 'I'm playing football next season'NFL.com Ryan Fitzpatrick confirms he still hopes to return to the JetsNBCSports.com QB Ryan Fitzpatrick wants to re-sign with JetsSports Illustrated Newsday -New York Post -FOXSports.com -ESPN (blog) all 10 news articles » Google

Officials find car of missing Hood Canal Bridge employee SFGate SHINE, Wash. (AP) — The Washington Department of Transportation has found the missing car of the Hood Canal Bridge employee. The vehicle was found early Monday about 150 feet north of the bridge. Acting Transportation Secretary Roger Millar told ... and more » Google

When the United States Military Academy posted a short Facebook clip of its graduating West Point cadets marching to ceremonies Saturday, it included the caption, “Rise & shine with #USMA2016! This morning they will finish their 47-month cadet experience! #WithHonorWeLead.” But what one cadet was caught doing near the end of the minute-long clip had many commenters doubting the latter credo. Image source: Facebook/WestPointUSMA A female cadet was caught looking down at what appeared to be a cell phone while she was marching — and with that, observers didn’t just lambaste the cadet in question, but also classmates she was marching with, along with the state of the military in general. “That’s what’s wrong with this military and government. This is not just another college graduation,” Al Vega commented. “No military pride or discipline being taught. Embarrassment!!!!” “As a veteran, I want to know why are the cadets allowed to use cell phones while in formation?” Shirley Smith commented. “I am embarrassed for them and the new military standards. Obviously the uniform does not mean much to them.” “Amazing…in just a few hours, these cadets become our future leaders of the US military. They don’t even seem to know anything about D&C! Seriously, can’t even march in step, wrong uniforms, playing with their smartphones?!?!” Mike Brinkman commented. “Look like a bunch of privates on the first day of basic!!!” “Wow way to show discipline at West Point. Texting while marching, wearing sneakers and not dress shoes, also not wearing gloves like everyone else is,” Tina Ryan commented. “To think these are future officers and can’t even follow basic military rules. So disappointing cadets.” One commenter didn’t like what the cadet in question was doing, but noted that most of her classmates behaved better. “It’s called bearing and walking in a military manner, people are watching and how you carry yourself is how people perceive the service as a whole, we are briefed on this constantly,” Michael Bersch wrote. “Marching in formation and texting regardless or branch of service is not allowed even in route step. The majority of them are doing what they are supposed to do.” (H/T: Fox News) Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source

cleveland.com Memorial Day will include parades and observances in Berea, Brook Park cleveland.com BEREA, Ohio -- Parades in Berea and Brook Park, along with Memorial Day services in area cemeteries, will take place May 30. BEREA. American Legion Post 91 will conduct Memorial Day services May 30 at 8 a.m. in the Adams Street Cemetery and at 9 ... Memorial Day parades, services set in BerksWFMZ Allentown Woburn Memorial Day Festivities: What to ExpectPatch.com Memorial Day events in full swing this weekAlbany Times Union Southgate News Herald -Omaha World-Herald -Reading Eagle -Columbus Dispatch all 51 news articles » Google

ABC15 Arizona Scrabble champ seeks national Spelling Bee win ABC15 Arizona Cooper Komatsu is not just a top-notch speller, he is a champion Scrabble contestant. Video by Justin Boggs. Justin Boggs. Photo by Scripps Staff. Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast ... THE BUZZ: Painted Post youth to compete in spelling beeElmira Star-Gazette Ex-Spellers Remain Involved With National Spelling BeeABC News East Tennessee spelling bee champ heads to national competitionKnoxville News Sentinel La Crosse Tribune -Kankakee Daily Journal -The Denver Channel -WPBF West Palm Beach all 107 news articles » Google

An Illinois high school is under fire for preventing one of its students from walking at graduation because she wanted to wear her military uniform rather than a cap and gown, according to WMAQ-TV. Marine Corps Pvt. Megan Howerton completed her high school education several months ago in order to attend boot camp, but she wanted to participate in her alma mater’s graduation ceremony with the rest of her class. Image source: WMAQ -TV According to WMAQ, Howerton chose to attend the ceremony in her dress blues, and school officials would not permit her to walk during the ceremony, citing dress code violations. She ultimately sat with the rest of the crowd for the ceremony. In a statement provided to WMAQ, a spokesperson for McHenry Community High School District 156 lamented that “the attention related to last night’s graduation ceremony at McHenry High School West Campus is unfortunate and draws attention away from the collective achievements of the Class of 2016″: The district and administration in no way looked to prevent the participation of this graduate or any graduate who has chosen to serve our nation. Rather, the administration communicated in advance via letter, senior meeting, and practice, all the protocols expected of graduates, including attire. In some past cases, active-duty students elected to wear their gowns over top of their military uniforms, with their military hats, which was allowed. There was no communication to the administration that attire protocols would not be followed prior to the ceremony. The tradition of cap and gown regalia is aimed at the idea that our graduates are celebrated as a whole and in similar attire. The U.S. Marine Corps Uniform Board does not permit wearing a cap and gown over a uniform “as it is considered similar to outerwear.” Several of Howerton’s classmates plan to address their concerns over her exclusion at an upcoming school board meeting. Read more stories from TheBlaze ‘Really, Hershey?’ Visitors Have Mixed Reactions After Hersheypark Announces It Will Allow Guests to Use Bathrooms According to Gender Identity Clinton Calls Trump’s Pro-Gun Policies ‘Not Just Way Out There,’ but ‘Dangerous’ Parents Find Horrific Injuries on 1-Year-Old Son — And They’re Stunned When They Learn Why Charges Are Being Dropped Elderly Book End-of-Life Talks Once Labeled ‘Death Panels’ Former NBA Star Accuses Fellow Train Passenger of Blatant Racism, Publishes Her Photo Online Source