State News
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · Beverly
Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch
Dante Fowler Jr. signed with the Seattle Seahawks after DeMarcus Lawrence reportedly convinced him he could win a Super Bowl with the team. Fowler and Lawrence were teammates on the Dallas Cowboys from 2022-2023.
Arsenal Edges West Ham 1-0 After VAR Disallows Late Equalizer
Arsenal defeated West Ham 1-0 after a late West Ham goal was disallowed by VAR for a foul on the Arsenal goalkeeper. The win puts Arsenal five points ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League standings.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Projected NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Field Released: Florida Holds Top Seed
The first projected 76-team field for the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament is out. Florida currently holds the top overall seed, according to bracketologists.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Top 25 Teams: Potential Award Candidates
Several players across the top 25 teams are emerging as potential candidates for prestigious national awards. Each team has a standout player whose performance places them in contention for individual accolades.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Penn State Football Undergoes Changes in Campbell's First Four Months
Head Coach Matt Campbell has implemented changes within Penn State's football program during his first four months. The focus is on player development and a renewed emphasis on recruiting. The impact on the team's performance remains to be seen.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Power Four Football: Top Newcomers to Watch in 2026
Several new faces are expected to play key roles for Power Four football programs in 2026. These additions, whether through recruiting or the transfer portal, could significantly impact team performance.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
NCAA Proposal Grants Bowl Eligibility Flexibility to 5-7 Teams Meeting Academic Standards
The NCAA football oversight committee approved a proposal granting conferences flexibility in selecting 5-7 teams for bowl games. These teams must meet specific academic requirements to be considered. The measure aims to fill bowl vacancies when not enough traditionally eligible teams are available.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Bruins-Sabres Playoff Series Schedule Announced
The NHL released the schedule for the Boston Bruins' first-round playoff series against the Buffalo Sabres. Game 1 is set for Sunday in Buffalo. The teams last met in the playoffs in 2010.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Brad Stevens Named NBA Executive of the Year
Boston Celtics President Brad Stevens has been awarded the 2025-26 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year. This marks Stevens' second time receiving the honor.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Payton Tolle Impresses in Debut Against Yankees
Payton Tolle made his season debut for the Boston Red Sox against the New York Yankees. The left-handed pitcher recorded 11 strikeouts in the outing.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Celtics Defeat 76ers, Extend Series Lead
The Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers in Game X of their playoff series. Boston's perimeter shooting and balanced scoring proved too much for Philadelphia despite Joel Embiid's return to the lineup. The Celtics now hold a series lead.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Red Sox Dismiss Manager Alex Cora, Coaching Staff
The Boston Red Sox have parted ways with manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff. The move follows a season in which the team failed to make the playoffs. No immediate replacements have been named.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026