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Gameday in Paradise Brings Poolside Football to Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe

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Gameday in Paradise Brings Poolside Football to Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston will welcome football season with Gameday in Paradise. The promotion combines college and professional games with poolside viewing, dining and resort perks.

The season-long event begins Saturday, Sept. 5, and continues through Sunday, Nov. 1. All outdoor activities remain subject to weather conditions.

Gameday in Paradise Creates a Poolside Sports Experience

Guests can watch selected games on the giant video wall overlooking the resort’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Pool. The schedule will feature a rotating lineup of college and professional football matchups.

The resort developed the promotion after hosting World Cup watch events at the pool.

“After seeing how much our guests enjoyed watching the World Cup on the giant video board, we knew we had to bring that same energy into football season,” said Jonathan “Cookie” Adams, the resort’s recreation manager.

Adams said the program allows fans to support their teams while enjoying the water and resort amenities.

“With ‘Gameday in Paradise,’ fans can cheer on their favorite college or pro team while floating in the pool, sipping a cold drink and soaking up a resort-style game day experience,” Adams said.

Texas Teams Lead the Opening Weekend Schedule

Opening weekend begins Sept. 5 with three college football games featuring major Texas programs.

The University of Houston will face Oregon State at 11 a.m. The game will mark the Cougars’ season opener at TDECU Stadium in Houston. University of Houston Athletics lists ESPN as the television network.

The University of Texas will host Texas State during the afternoon. The resort’s announced schedule lists the game at 3:30 p.m. However, Texas Athletics lists a 2:30 p.m. Central kickoff on ESPN.

Texas A&M will close the day against Missouri State at 6 p.m. ESPN will carry the matchup from Kyle Field.

The following Saturday, Sept. 12, opens with Texas A&M against Arizona State at 11 a.m. The University of Texas will then face Ohio State at 6:30 p.m.

NFL Opening Day Features Texans and Cowboys

Professional football joins Gameday in Paradise on Sunday, Sept. 13.

The Houston Texans will open their regular season against the Buffalo Bills at noon. The game will take place in Houston and air on CBS, according to the Texans’ official schedule.

Later that evening, the Dallas Cowboys will visit the New York Giants. Resort programming begins at 7 p.m., while the Cowboys’ official schedule lists kickoff at 7:20 p.m. Central on NBC.

Game times and viewing selections may change during the season. Fans should confirm the latest schedule before traveling.

Resort Credits, Beer Buckets and Dining Options

The resort will offer a $50 resort credit per night for qualifying Sunday night stays during the promotion.

Guests at the waterpark can also purchase a LandShark Beer Bucket with six beers for $29. Food will be available from the Lone Palm Pool Bar.

Mobile ordering through MyEatz will provide additional selections from LandShark Bar & Grill and License to Chill Bar & Café.

Gameday in Paradise offers Houston-area football fans a new way to follow Texas teams this fall. Additional information and resort details are available on the Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe website.

Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving a Landmark Music and Humanitarian Legacy

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Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving a Landmark Music and Humanitarian Legacy

Dolly Parton, the country music legend whose songwriting, acting and philanthropy reached audiences worldwide, has died at age 80. Dolly Parton died peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 25, in Nashville, according to a statement from her publicist.

A cause of death was not immediately announced. Parton’s family confirmed her death as tributes began appearing across the music and entertainment industries.

Dolly Parton Dies After Six Decades in Entertainment

Born Dolly Rebecca Parton on Jan. 19, 1946, she grew up in Locust Ridge, Tennessee. She was one of 12 children in a family with limited financial resources.

Music became an important part of her childhood. Parton performed at the Grand Ole Opry at age 13 and moved to Nashville after completing high school.

Her national breakthrough came through “The Porter Wagoner Show.” She appeared alongside Wagoner for several years before establishing a successful solo career.

Parton wrote hundreds of songs during more than six decades in entertainment. Her best-known recordings include “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.”

Whitney Houston later recorded “I Will Always Love You” for the 1992 film “The Bodyguard.” The recording introduced Parton’s songwriting to another generation of listeners.

Success Across Music, Film and Business

Parton crossed from country music into pop while maintaining her Tennessee roots. Her approachable public image also helped her connect with audiences across generations and political divisions.

She earned 10 Grammy Awards from 55 nominations, according to the Recording Academy. The organization presented her with its Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011.

Parton also built a successful acting career. Her major films included “9 to 5,” “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,” “Steel Magnolias” and “Straight Talk.”

Her business ventures included Dollywood, the theme park in Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains. The attraction became an important employer and tourism destination in the region where she grew up.

The Country Music Hall of Fame inducted Parton in 1999. She entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a performer in 2022.

Imagination Library Expanded Her Community Impact

Parton’s influence extended far beyond entertainment. She launched Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in 1995 to support childhood literacy.

The program began by providing books to children in Sevier County, Tennessee. It later expanded across the United States and several other countries.

The Imagination Library mails free books each month to registered children from birth through age 5. Family income does not affect eligibility in participating communities.

The program distributed its 200 millionth book in 2023. Its selections also include bilingual English and Spanish titles for families across the United States.

Parton said her father’s inability to read inspired the program. The initiative became one of the most widely recognized parts of her philanthropic work.

A Lasting Influence Across Generations

Parton remained active into her 80th year. In January 2026, she released a new version of “Light of a Clear Blue Morning” with Miley Cyrus, Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah and Lainey Wilson.

Her career joined music, storytelling, business and public service in a way few entertainers achieved. Her songs will remain part of American culture, while her literacy work will continue reaching children and families worldwide.

Triple-digit heat continues this week with small rain chances by week’s end

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Triple-digit heat continues this week with small rain chances by week’s end

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The heat dome is still in control of the forecast early on this week, bringing Houston more triple digit days. But as this system moves to the west, an increase in moisture levels across the Gulf Coast could bring a few showers and storms to Southeast Texas later this week.

We’ll keep a mostly clear sky overnight tonight with temperatures falling to 80 degrees by Tuesday morning. The Heat Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday for all of Southeast Texas. The National Weather Service has mentioned that it’s likely to keep the Heat Advisory in place through at least Wednesday.

Is there any rain in the forecast?

Yes, but the chances are slim. The next best chance for rain arrives later this week. We have a 30% chance of rain on Thursday and Friday as the heat dome slides back to the west and moisture levels rise. Then there’s the chance for the sea breeze toe return next weekend, but only a 20% chance we get some rainfall from that.

What should I know about the potential for a flash drought?

First, it’s important to understand what a flash drought is. This is what we call it when a drought suddenly develops over 1 or 2 weeks of hot, dry weather instead of the usual 1 or 2 months it takes a more typical drought to develop. We are already seeing “abnormally dry” conditions spread across Southeast Texas, and soon moderate drought may return. This means if you want to keep drought-sensitive vegetation alive during this heat wave, you will need to provide the water. You might also consider providing low amounts of water to your home’s foundation to help stabilize the soil moisture and prevent movement in the ground that supports your foundation. This is especially important if your soil is mostly composed of clay.

Are there any signs that this hot, dry pattern will break any time soon?

We see a glimmer of hope that the pattern could budge some toward the end of this work week, which is why we have an “optimistic” high of “just” 100 and a 30% chance of rain in the forecast by Thursday. Friday looks even better with a high of 99 and a 30% chance of rain. This weather change will be caused by a weak front that could bring more widespread rainfall. For now we are keeping our expectations low until we gain more confidence on the pattern change.

What’s happening in the tropics?

We have a few areas of potential development worth keeping an eye on, but as of now there are no immediate threats to Texas. For a more in-depth discussion on what’s happening in the tropics, visit our Daily Tropical Update page.

“This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.“

Man accused of stealing SUV with 2 children inside leads police on 17-mile chase, HPD says

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Man accused of stealing SUV with 2 children inside leads police on 17-mile chase, HPD says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Two children are home safe after police say a man stole their father’s SUV with them still inside, then led officers on a 17-mile chase through Houston that reached speeds of more than 100 mph.

The suspect, Robert Gonzales, was arrested after the stolen SUV collided with another vehicle and crashed into a barrier on the East Freeway.

Bayron Rodriguez, 17, was riding in the back seat of that vehicle with his brother Sunday night when the chase suddenly came crashing into them.

“I was just listening to music in my own world,” Rodriguez said. “Out of nowhere, the car hits us from the side. I’m jolted awake out of nowhere.”

According to Houston police, the chase began shortly after 10 p.m. Sunday in northeast Houston when Gonzales allegedly jumped into an unattended red Chevrolet Tahoe and took off.

Two children, ages 2 and 12, were still inside.

Police pursued the SUV for 17.5 miles, according to court records, with Gonzales allegedly reaching speeds of 110mph.

The chase eventually made its way onto the East Freeway, where Rodriguez said the Tahoe came off the grass and sideswiped their truck. His brother then crashed into the rear of the stolen Tahoe, forcing it into a barrier and bringing the chase to an end, he said.

“As soon as he stopped and hit the end, four cop cars surrounded us and this one cop came up to the driver with a gun pointed at him,” Rodriguez said. “It was crazy.”

Gonzales was arrested. Despite the high speeds and crash, no one was seriously hurt, including the two children.

Rodriguez said he was stunned when he realized a toddler had been inside the SUV during the pursuit.

“I was like, I can’t believe there was a baby in the back,” he said.

The children’s father tells Eyewitness News the ordeal was frightening and that he is thankful his children are safe.

At the time of his arrest, Gonzales was already out on bond on four other charges, including two evading arrest cases from earlier this year.

He is now back in jail facing four new charges – unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, evading arrest and two felony counts of endangering a child.

“This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.“

Houston police officers asked an Uber driver to help in a chase. Was he required to say yes?

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Houston police officers asked an Uber driver to help in a chase. Was he required to say yes?

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — What would you do if police suddenly asked to borrow your car in the middle of a chase? That’s exactly what happened to an Uber driver in Houston earlier this month.

The driver said yes, but did he have a choice?

The chase occurred earlier this month, when Houston Police Department officers entered a rideshare vehicle while pursuing a suspect, according to the department.

HPD said officers responded to a call around midnight on Aug. 7 about a suspect threatening to shoot a woman and her kids in the Heights area.

The department said that while officers were taking statements, the suspect left an apartment and began running away. That’s when the chase started, HPD said.

An Uber driver caught the whole thing on camera and posted the video. But suddenly, the driver went from watching the chase to being a part of it.

“Hey, give me a ride over there, please,” one of the officers told the Uber driver in the video.

The dash camera footage then shows the inside of the car as the police officer got in and told the driver to pick up the other officer, who was also chasing the suspect.

The second officer hopped in, directed the driver around the area, and about two minutes later they both got out, according to the video.

HPD confirmed that during the foot pursuit, the officer saw the driver, who then gave them a ride around the block.

The driver dropped the officers off, and they returned to their patrol vehicle to find the suspect but were unable to locate the person, according to HPD.

Dr. Greg Fremin, a retired HPD captain and criminal justice professor at the University of Houston Downtown, said this is a unique situation.

“It was a fast-evolving scene, and the officers felt the need to do this,” Dr. Fremin said. “I commend the officers for using their creativity and doing what they felt they had to do to accomplish the police mission.”

Dr. Fremin said this has happened long before Uber even existed. In the late 1980s, he remembered being on a scene where police commandeered a private citizen’s vehicle.

“We were chasing after a bank robbery suspect, and we had chased him all the way down Airline Drive,” Fremin said. “We were without our patrol cars, and we jumped into another vehicle.”

HPD’s foot pursuit policy doesn’t address what to do when a vehicle is involved in a chase.

“I don’t foresee a policy being made because of this, because it doesn’t happen that often,” Fremin said. “This is very unique under the circumstances.”

But Fremin said ultimately, the public is not required to help when asked.

“Now you’re bringing innocent civilians into a potentially threatening situation. So those are all factors,” Fremin said. “But I’m assuming based on what they did, they were using him for transportation as they were doing this.”

“This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.“

Border Patrol Arrests Father as Sailor Nears End of Long USS Lincoln Deployment

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Border Patrol Arrests Father as Sailor Nears End of Long USS Lincoln Deployment

Border Patrol arrested a sailor’s father in Key West, Florida, while his son was completing a prolonged deployment aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. The arrest has brought renewed attention to immigration enforcement involving military families.

Federal agents detained Luis Manuel Aviles, 48, on Saturday. His son, Joshua Aviles, was entering his ninth month aboard the Navy aircraft carrier.

Border Patrol Arrests Sailor’s Father in Key West

Argelia Aviles said her husband left their home to take his car to a mechanic. Border Patrol agents stopped and arrested him before he reached the shop.

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the arrest. The agency said Aviles entered the United States illegally and will remain in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody during deportation proceedings.

“Having a family member in the military is not a free pass to violate our nation’s laws,” the department said in a statement.

Aviles is originally from Nicaragua and has lived in the United States for 19 years. His wife said he has authorization to work and was awaiting a decision on his immigration case.

The Key West resident works as a handyman and financially supports his family. His relatives described him as a hardworking father who remained focused on gaining permanent legal status.

Son Learns of Arrest While Serving at Sea

Joshua Aviles learned of the detention while still aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. The sailor discussed the arrest in a social media post Saturday.

Joshua said he had worked shifts of 12 hours or longer for more than 250 days. He wrote that his father’s detention had placed additional emotional pressure on him during the deployment.

The sailor said he was serving a country that had given him significant opportunities. However, he questioned how he could remain focused without knowing how authorities were treating his father.

Katherine Delgado, Joshua’s sister, said he joined the military partly to help his father’s immigration case. The family believed his service could improve their father’s ability to secure legal status.

Luis Aviles had been waiting for his son to return. Family members said the father became increasingly worried when the original deployment timeline passed.

USS Lincoln Deployment Raised Family Concerns

The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed in the Middle East for approximately nine months. The carrier set a U.S. military record for uninterrupted time at sea during the assignment.

Families of service members have reported concerns about food supplies, equipment strain and mental health aboard the ship. The Pentagon previously referred questions about conditions to the Navy.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said reports describing poor conditions aboard the carrier were inaccurate. The Navy did not immediately comment on the Aviles family’s situation.

The ship is expected to conclude its Middle East assignment after another carrier arrived in the region. Joshua’s family said he could now return home without his father there to greet him.

Arrest Reflects Changes for Military Families

The Trump administration has reduced some immigration protections previously available to relatives of military personnel. Immigration authorities have detained dozens of parents and spouses connected to active-duty service members.

One program, known as military parole-in-place, allows some parents, spouses and children to request legal status without leaving the United States. However, eligibility depends on each person’s immigration history and circumstances.

At least six military family members have been deported, and another left the country voluntarily.

Aviles’ relatives are seeking information about his detention and possible deportation. His case remains pending as his son approaches the end of one of the Navy’s longest deployments.

Houston Texans Tease New Rivalries Uniforms Ahead of Aug. 25 Reveal

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Houston Texans Tease New Rivalries Uniforms Ahead of Aug. 25 Reveal

The Houston Texans Rivalries uniforms will soon move from carefully placed clues to a complete public reveal. The team announced that the new alternate look will be unveiled Tuesday, Aug. 25.

Houston released promotional videos showing players viewing the uniforms for the first time. However, camera angles prevented fans from seeing the full design.

Texans Players React to New Uniforms

The reaction video featured several Texans players responding positively to the new look. Wide receiver Tank Dell, safety Reed Blankenship and cornerback Kamari Lassiter were among those shown examining the uniforms.

Dell offered an enthusiastic response, while Blankenship called the design “tough.” Lassiter said he could “get jiggy with” the new combination.

The video concluded by announcing the Aug. 25 reveal date. The presentation is expected at 9 a.m. Central.

A separate teaser described the uniforms as innovative and different. The team also called the design “the most Houston thing” ever seen on a football field.

Specific details remained hidden as of Monday. The Texans have not publicly confirmed the jersey color, helmet design or complete visual theme.

Houston Texans Rivalries Uniforms Include Local Story

Team officials have spent months hinting that the uniforms will feature a distinctly Houston identity. The franchise has placed possible clues throughout its website, social media graphics and promotional materials.

Texans Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Doug Vosik previously said the design would tell a local story that other teams have not explored.

The concept will not simply repeat the Space City theme used by several Houston sports organizations. Instead, the Texans want to highlight another part of the city’s culture.

H-Town Blue is expected to play an important role. Battle Red could also appear in the design, although the team has not confirmed the final color combination.

Both colors have become popular with players and fans. The Texans introduced H-Town Blue as an official accent during the franchise’s 2024 uniform redesign.

New Look Will Debut Against Indianapolis Colts

The Texans will wear the uniforms for the first time against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 19. The Week 11 matchup will air nationally on Thursday Night Football.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. Central at Reliant Stadium. The team is encouraging fans to wear H-Town Blue for the game.

Houston selected Indianapolis as its featured Rivalries opponent because of the recent importance of games between the teams. The Texans and Colts have competed in several meaningful AFC South matchups.

“Those games of consequence are what turns into really good rivalries,” Vosik said in a Texans team article.

NFL Expands Rivalries Uniform Program

The NFL and Nike launched the Rivalries program during the 2025 season. The initiative gives selected teams a city-inspired alternate uniform for a divisional matchup.

Teams from the AFC East and NFC West participated during the first year. The AFC South and NFC North will receive new uniforms for 2026.

Houston’s new set will join the team’s Deep Steel Blue, Liberty White, Battle Red and H-Town Blue options. It also arrives as the Texans celebrate their 25th season.

The complete reveal Tuesday will allow fans to determine which clues appeared in earlier team promotions. The uniforms will then become part of one of Houston’s biggest home games of the 2026 season.

Spider-Man Leads Weekend Box Office as The Odyssey Sets Nolan Record

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Spider-Man Leads Weekend Box Office as The Odyssey Sets Nolan Record

The weekend box office remained under Spider-Man’s control as Spider-Man: Brand New Day earned an estimated $39 million. The superhero movie held first place despite several new releases entering theaters across the United States and Canada.

Sony’s latest Spider-Man film played in 4,006 theaters during the Aug. 21–23 weekend. It has now earned approximately $854.9 million domestically.

Weekend Box Office Belongs to Spider-Man Again

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has led the domestic chart for four consecutive weekends. Its North American total places it within reach of another major milestone.

The film could soon pass Avengers: Endgame, which earned about $858.4 million domestically. That would make Brand New Day the second-highest-grossing domestic release without adjusting for inflation.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens remains the domestic record holder with $936.7 million.

Sony also claimed second place with Insidious: Out of the Further. The sixth installment in the horror franchise opened with $25.3 million from 3,303 theaters.

The film added approximately $35 million from international markets. Its reported $18 million production budget makes it the most expensive entry in the Insidious series.

The Odyssey Sets Christopher Nolan Record

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey finished third with $19.5 million during its sixth weekend. The film has earned nearly $539.1 million in North America.

That domestic total moved The Odyssey past The Dark Knight, which earned $534.9 million during its original theatrical run. It is now Nolan’s highest-grossing film domestically without adjusting for inflation.

The film has also become Nolan’s biggest release worldwide. Earlier in the week, it passed Deadpool & Wolverine to become the highest-grossing R-rated movie on record.

The Odyssey now ranks as the second-highest-grossing domestic movie of 2026, behind Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

New Releases Enter a Crowded Market

The family film PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie remained in fourth place with $9.1 million. Its domestic total reached approximately $35.4 million.

The End of Oak Street followed closely with $9 million. The action movie has earned nearly $38 million after two weekends.

Jason Statham’s Mutiny opened in sixth place with $7.5 million. Meanwhile, A24 expanded Tony into more theaters, helping the film earn $5 million during the weekend.

A 25th-anniversary rerelease of The Fast and the Furious collected $3.1 million. The comedy Spa Weekend opened with a similar total.

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma completed the top 10 with an estimated $1.9 million.

Domestic Box Office Top 10

The estimated rankings, according to reports are:

  1. Spider-Man: Brand New Day — $39 million
  2. Insidious: Out of the Further — $25.3 million
  3. The Odyssey — $19.5 million
  4. PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie — $9.1 million
  5. The End of Oak Street — $9 million
  6. Mutiny — $7.5 million
  7. Tony — $5 million
  8. The Fast and the Furious rerelease — $3.1 million
  9. Spa Weekend — $3.1 million
  10. Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma — $1.9 million

The domestic box office has surpassed $7 billion for 2026. That total is about 20.4% ahead of 2025, although it remains approximately 7.1% below 2019 levels.

Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected After Courtside Clash With Sky’s Natasha Cloud

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Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected After Courtside Clash With Sky’s Natasha Cloud

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday’s WNBA game after a confrontation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud. Security escorted Freedom from Wintrust Arena during Chicago’s 113-90 loss to the Indiana Fever.

The incident happened late in the third quarter on Aug. 23. Freedom, 34, was sitting in a courtside baseline seat when Cloud approached him during a timeout.

Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected During Third Quarter

The Fever called a timeout after Cloud scored with 1:22 remaining in the quarter. Cloud celebrated with teammate Aicha Coulibaly before turning toward Freedom.

Video showed Cloud pointing and yelling as she walked in his direction. Freedom stood, extended his arms and stepped toward the court.

Security personnel, a game official and several Sky players moved between them. Cloud’s teammates guided her away while officials ordered Freedom to leave the arena.

Freedom stopped near the basket while speaking with security. He then displayed his black T-shirt to spectators as officers escorted him toward the lobby.

The shirt included a dictionary-style message defining the word “woman” as an adult human female. Freedom later spoke with police officers before leaving Wintrust Arena.

Sky Responds to Courtside Confrontation

Cloud did not speak with reporters following the game. She later posted a social media message expressing support for transgender people.

Chicago coach Tyler Marsh said Cloud worried the incident had distracted her teammates. However, Marsh said the organization supported her commitment to protecting others.

Marsh also encouraged spectators to attend WNBA games to appreciate the players and the competition.

“There’s so many good things about this league,” Marsh said during his postgame comments. He added that the players deserve respect from those attending games.

Sky forward Azura Stevens described the exchange as a fan incident. She said security addressed the situation and the team remained focused on basketball.

Indiana star Caitlin Clark said she did not see the confrontation. Clark explained that the Fever was discussing its next play during the timeout.

Incident Follows Debate Over WNBA Eligibility

Freedom attended a small rally outside the arena before the game. The event supported Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who has opposed transgender participation in women’s sports.

Freedom and former NBA player Royce White have said they identify as women and want consideration for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Their declarations came amid a broader political debate about eligibility rules in women’s sports.

The WNBA’s collective bargaining agreement states that only women may play in the league. However, the agreement does not provide more detailed public language regarding gender identity or sex assigned at birth. The league has never had a known transgender player.

Freedom played 11 NBA seasons between 2011 and 2022. He averaged 11.2 points and 7.8 rebounds across 748 regular-season games.

Cloud, also 34, is playing her first season with Chicago and her 11th in the WNBA. She previously played for Washington, Phoenix and New York.

The Fever-Sky game continued after security removed Freedom. Chicago officials have not announced whether the former NBA player will face additional arena restrictions following the confrontation.

Hawk Fire in Reno Forces Mass Evacuations as Flames Threaten Neighborhoods

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Hawk Fire in Reno Forces Mass Evacuations as Flames Threaten Neighborhoods

The Hawk Fire in Reno has forced tens of thousands of residents to leave or prepare to evacuate. The fast-moving wildfire has destroyed homes, injured six people and disrupted travel across northern Nevada.

The human-caused fire started Saturday, Aug. 22, near Hawk Meadow Trail. The ignition point was about one mile north of Cold Creek Trail in northwest Reno.

Hawk Fire in Reno Spreads Through Dry Terrain

The fire spread rapidly across Peavine Peak and parts of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Grass, brush and rugged terrain have complicated firefighting efforts.

An official Sunday update listed the fire at 10,522 acres with no containment. However, later reporting placed the burned area at more than 23 square miles, or roughly 14,700 acres. Updated aerial mapping was still pending.

Approximately 400 firefighters and support personnel were assigned to the incident Sunday. The response included 10 aircraft and resources from local, state, federal and international agencies.

Crews used bulldozers to create firebreaks along the southern and eastern edges. Their goal was to keep the flames south of Cold Springs and north of Somersett.

Afternoon winds produced gusts near 20 mph. Officials said the winds could increase fire activity and push flames through pockets of dry vegetation.

Thousands Ordered to Leave Their Homes

About 42,000 residents were placed under “GO NOW” evacuation orders Sunday. Another 45,000 people entered “GET SET” warning zones, according to reports.

Evacuation zones expanded toward northwest Reno and the edge of the University of Nevada, Reno. Authorities advised residents to expect a prolonged absence because conditions could change quickly.

At least three civilians and three first responders suffered injuries. Officials also confirmed that homes burned, although a complete damage count was not immediately available.

Investigators classified the fire as human-caused. However, authorities had not announced whether the ignition was accidental or intentional.

Roads, Power and Smoke Affected

U.S. 395 closed in both directions between Parr Boulevard and Red Rock Road on Sunday morning. Numerous streets also closed around Somersett, Stead, Lemmon Valley and Golden Valley.

NV Energy reported that approximately 10,000 customers lost electricity during an emergency de-energization. The utility shut off power in threatened areas to protect residents and emergency crews.

Smoke may affect Reno-area neighborhoods and travel corridors. Children, older adults and people with heart or lung conditions face greater risks from wildfire smoke. Residents can monitor conditions through the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map.

Evacuation Assistance Available

The Reno-Sparks Convention Center opened Hall 4 as an evacuation center. Residents can enter from Kietzke Lane through Door 20F.

Small animals can be taken to Washoe County Regional Animal Services at 2825 Longley Lane. The Ironwood Event Center at 5600 Whiskey Springs Road is accepting large animals.

Residents should monitor the Emergency Washoe website for current evacuation zones, shelters and road closures. Emergency officials ask the public to reserve 911 for immediate threats and use 311 for evacuation information.

The Hawk Fire follows several major August wildfires north of Reno, including the Bug and Stallion fires. With changing winds and dry vegetation continuing to challenge crews, residents should remain prepared and follow official evacuation instructions.

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