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After two seasons of high school girls flag football pilot programs in Williamson, Davidson and Montgomery counties, the TSSAA voted Tuesday to sanction the sport for the 2024-25 school year.The TSSAA Legislative Council unanimously voted to approve women's sports. This will continue to be a spring sport. The council voted to make it a fully sanctioned sport.”This is going to help us grow even more,” Franklin girls flag football coach Donnie Webb said. Thirty years later, they still compete like little boys. They want to win and have fun at the same time. We want to expand it and grow…

As the global race for AI intensifies by the day, countries are increasingly grappling with the challenges posed by this rapidly emerging and dynamic technology. Amid these challenges, the Italian government today took a major step forward by considering tougher penalties for crimes using AI tools, including market rigging and money laundering activities. Italy's move further strengthens the country's position as the world's top pioneer in ensuring the safe and well-regulated use of AI.A deep dive into Italy's vetted approachIn a 25-article draft law submitted today, the Italian regulator excluded general principles regarding the “research, experimentation, development, introduction and application”…

The Small Business Administration is providing assistance to those affected by Maryland bridge collapse.by Mae Anderson AP Business WriterApril 9, 2024, 10:31 a.m. ET• 2 minute readNEW YORK — The Small Business Administration is providing assistance to those affected by the Maryland bridge collapse.Small businesses in the Mid-Atlantic region are eligible for low-interest, long-term Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million.“SBA joins the entire federal family in mourning the lives lost in the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge,” said SBA Secretary Isabel Casillas Guzman. “As Baltimore and the broader community grieve and begin to rebuild,…

DuPage County Commission and DuPage County Board of Health Construction begins on crisis recovery center Serves individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis There is a place where you can get support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Wheaton, IL – (April 8, 2024) – Today, the DuPage County Board of Commissioners, DuPage County Health Department (DCHD), state and county officials, health and community partners, and local first responders attended a groundbreaking ceremony for the DuPage Crisis and Recovery Center (CRC). I attended. Located in the heart of his DCHD campus in Wheaton, Illinois, the CRC…

Madison, Wisconsin – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center, which includes the Explorium, will reopen to the public after being closed in March due to boiler failure. Considered a bird paradise, the Horicon Marsh facility is reopening just in time for the peak spring migration season. “”There are few places in Wisconsin that rival Horicon Marsh in the spring,” said DNR Wildlife Educator Liz Hertzman. “The abundance of waterfowl, dazzling warblers and important wetland habitat make this land an incredible destination at this time of year.” This 33,000-acre property…

Records for 2023: 12-5, win over NFC North, loss in NFC Championship GameNumber of draft picks per round1st round: No.292nd round: No.613rd round: No.73 (Vikings)5th round: No.164Round 6: No.201 (Buccaneers)Round 6: No.205Round 7: No.249With college basketball over, MLB Opening Day in the rearview mirror, and the Masters still just days away, attention is on the NFL's marquee offseason event. Let's change the order for the NFL Draft. (Taylor Siebert/Yahoo Sports)Top needssecondary pass rusherinside offensive linekickerwide receiverThe Lions successfully addressed some defensive needs in free agency and will enter the offseason with a strong roster. Kicker isn't a huge priority for…

Quick take: While award availability can be hard to come by, Starlux’s exciting new business-class suite makes for a thrilling journey.ProsBookable with Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan milesFabulous new planes with luxurious interiors and comfy seatsIncredible service from boarding to deplaningConsExpensive cash and mileage redemption pricesThe inflight entertainment system could have more optionsDimmable windows were locked or unresponsiveOnce in a blue moon in the points and miles space, you strike redemption gold. I was recently the beneficiary of such a stroke of luck when the new Taiwanese airline Starlux Airlines started teaming up with Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan. For just a…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Sports betting tends to be very popular in March, when all eyes are on the women’s and men’s NCAA basketball tournaments. Online-only sports betting began in Tennessee in November 2021 for those 21 and older. There are currently 13 licensed online sportsbooks in the state, 12 of which are operational. Tennessee names new Lady Vol basketball head coach The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) announced that it collected $58.5 million in privilege taxes from licensed online sportsbooks in Tennessee from July 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024. Tennessee sports bettors bet $3.18 billion during the same…

On Monday, tens of millions of Americans looked to the skies en masse, transfixed by the celestial spectacle of the past decade. The total solar eclipse crisscrossed states from Mexico to Maritime Canada, Texas to Maine, and disappeared over the Atlantic Ocean.The experience of a solar eclipse is addictive, and sky watchers look forward to the next one. And there are many who are desperate for a second chance because clouds obscure their view or they can't get on the trail.But unless you're willing to travel long distances, it will be a while before the next total solar eclipse occurs…

March Madness just concluded with an all-time viewership record. Baseball season is in full swing, with a revamped schedule and more interleague games and high-profile games. The NBA and NHL playoffs begin on April 20th. And football fans can look forward to his NFL Draft from April 25th to 27th.This confluence of events on the sports calendar also means an explosion in online betting. Unfortunately, Americans also face increased debt, bankruptcy, and loss of jobs and homes.As expected, the problem of gambling has spilled over into the sport itself, bringing a whiff of scandal and raising questions about the integrity…