Bears cut Cedric Benson after second alcohol arrest
Cedric Benson was released by the Chicago Bears on Monday after his second alcohol related arrest in a month. General Manager Jerry Angelo cited a pattern of behavior the team will not tolerate and emphasized accountability across the organization. Benson did not join the day's organized team activities.
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Iowa guard Jake Kelly’s mother dies in plane crash
Julia Kelly, 47, mother of University of Iowa basketball guard Jake Kelly, was killed when a sightseeing plane plunged into the Gulf of Mexico near Cedar Key after midnight. Coach Todd Lickliter expressed shock and the program offered prayers. funeral plans pending.
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Kernels fall as miscue costs late lead in Beloit
Beloit Snappers rally to a 6-5 win over the Cedar Rapids Kernels at Pohlman Field after relief pitcher Michael Davitt misplays a bunt on a two-run throw. Kernels had taken a 5-3 edge in the seventh on doubles by Hector Estrella and Gordie Gronkowski. The rivalry continues with a game set for 7 p.m. tonight.
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Longtime trainer inducted into Hall of Honor at UI
John Streif, UI trainer for 36 years, was inducted into the Iowa Athletic Trainers Society Hall of Honor. The 60 year old has become a trusted figure for athletes, described as a mother and father figure, with many athletes staying in touch after graduation.
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Griffey Hits 600th Home Run in Miami Debut
Cincinnati slugger Ken Griffey Jr. belts his 600th career homer in the first inning against the Florida Marlins in Miami, becoming the sixth player to reach the milestone.
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Kanaan Recovers Spotlight After Indy 500 Mishap
Tony Kanaan, knocked out of the Indy 500 on lap 105 in a collision with Marco Andretti, grants a brief interview at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The crowd erupts as his image appears on the video boards during the pre race ovation alongside a flyover by four Air Force jets.
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Cubs hope to end 100-year title drought in 2009 World Series
In a nostalgic column Mike Hias notes the Belmont Stakes result, tomato warnings and big prices, but focuses on the Chicago Cubs carrying the hope of a World Series title this year. He recalls past floods and Cedar Rapids memories while predicting a Cubs victory and quoting Paul Simon lines before urging readers to stay tuned.
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