Lexi, a 2 1/2-year-old lab mix rescued from North Carolina, owned by Lainie Boler of Kingston, took first place with 77 votes in the 2026 Daily Freeman Pet Contest Best Expression category. “She loves ...

There will be a new slam dunk champion as three-time winner Mac McClung won't be taking part in the 2026 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk contest. Carter Bryant (Spurs), Jaxson Hayes (Lakers), Keshad Johnson ...

George Flynn, a French bulldog owned by Ashlee Flynn of Rhinebeck, took first place in the 2026 Daily Freeman Pet Contest Best Outfit category with 37 votes. Paisley, a Shichon Teddy Bear dog "who ...

Those looking to nominate their favorite local businesses and people in the coveted 2026 Best of Long Island contest can now submit nominations through March 25. The competition, which returns after a ...

The 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest is set for Saturday night at the Intuit Dome, capping off an evening that also features the 3-Point Contest and Shooting Stars. While the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest ...

Restaurants and cafés across northern Vermont have the chance to show off their maple‑infused creations as the Vermont Maple Festival opens registration for the 5th annual Best Maple Menu Contest, ...

VERONA, Wis. — The Wisconsin Beef Council is once again inviting burger lovers across the state to weigh in on their favorite local creations as part of its annual Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest.

The 2026 NBA All-Star break continues tonight with the two most popular events of the weekend. If you’re a fan of sharpshooting from beyond the arc and rim-rattling dunks, tune into NBC or Peacock at ...

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It’s All-Star Saturday night, which has become the most highly anticipated part of All-Star Weekend (as the All-Star Game itself has slid toward unwatchability — maybe USA vs World ...

IndyStar photojournalist Grace Smith earned top honors from the prestigious Pictures of the Year International contest Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, winning the sports picture story category. Smith also ...

If there’s one thing I know after eating and reviewing more than 180 burgers for The Burger Trail, it’s this: everyone has a favorite. It might be the no-frills tavern patty that drips down your wrist ...