National Sports

• Former NFL player and Texas football standout Jordan Shipley leaves hospital after ranch fire injuries

  Former NFL player Jordan Shipley left the hospital several weeks after he suffered severe burns in a fire at his ranch, his wife Sunny announced.

• Eli Manning implores teams to 'lose with grace' after Miami's postgame antics: 'Doing nothing is OK'

  After the national championship, Eli Manning sympathized with Mark Fletcher Jr. and Carson Beck, acknowledging how emotions run high when players face heartbreaking losses.

• Bills quarterback's wife pens heartfelt social media post to fired coach Sean McDermott's family

  Buffalo Bills backup quarterback Mitch Trubisky's wife, Hillary, posted a heartfelt message after the Sean McDermott firing, citing her appreciation for him and his wife.

• Yankees sign All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger to massive $162.5 million deal: reports

  The New York Yankees reportedly signed Cody Bellinger to massive five-year, $162.5 million deal after a strong first season in pinstripes.

• Ex-Lakers owner was frustrated with LeBron James’ ‘ego,’ ungratefulness after team drafted son Bronny: report

  Jeanie Buss and LeBron James’ relationship reportedly soured as Buss grew uneasy with his and Klutch Sports’ control over the Los Angeles Lakers.

• Travis Kelce praises offensive coordinator's reported Chiefs return

  The Kansas City Chiefs reportedly hired Eric Bieniemy as their offensive coordinator, and Travis Kelce is excited about it amid talks of the Pro Bowl tight end retiring.

• American tennis star Coco Gauff gives her thoughts on state of US year into Trump's second term

  American tennis star Coco Gauff was asked on Tuesday to give her thoughts on the state of the U.S. one year into President Donald Trump's second term.

• Bills owner dives into reasoning for Sean McDermott firing, blames 'coaching' on lack of wide receiver success

  Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula said Sean McDermott’s dismissal followed the team’s playoff loss to the Denver Broncos, admitting the franchise had “hit the playoff wall."

• Miami's Carson Beck faces criticism for skipping postgame handshake after national title loss

  Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck came under fire on Monday night after appearing to skip shaking hands with his Indiana Hoosiers opponents.

• Eli Manning takes on yet another job as he teases possible Olympic appearance

  Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning will join Kylie Kelce to officiate Toyota’s Glow-Up Classic, celebrating standout female flag football players from the Bay Area.

• American star Brenna Huckaby eyes fourth Paralympic gold medal in Milan after leg amputation at age 14

  Four-time Paralympic medalist Brenna Huckaby shared how family support and finding happiness matter most ahead of her third Paralympic Games.

• NFL legend Jimmy Johnson slams AI video circulating across social media

  NFL legend Jimmy Johnson on Tuesday slammed an artificial intelligence-created video of him kissing a younger woman that appeared on social media.

• MLB fans question Carlos Beltran's Hall of Fame election after sign-stealing scandal

  Carlos Beltran was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday, but fans questioned why he was voted in despite of his ties to a major sign-stealing scandal.

• Team USA hockey star 'fired up' to represent Stars and Stripes in Olympics: 'Where you want to be'

  New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes looked ahead to the 2026 Olympics, saying he’s eager to wear the USA jersey again while keeping his focus on his team's playoff push.

• Super Bowl champ reveals scary health battle that left in coma for 5 days

  Former New York Giants star pass rusher Osi Umenyiora revealed a serious health battle that left him in a coma for five days on a recent podcast.

• Mike McDaniel expected to join Chargers as offensive coordinator 'barring a change of heart:' report

  Mike McDaniel didn't wait long to find a new role in the NFL after being fired by the Miami Dolphins. He's expected to join the Los Angeles Chargers as their next OC.

• Baker Mayfield welcomes ex-Browns coach Kevin Stefanski to NFC South with pointed message about Browns exit

  Baker Mayfield fired back at new Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski, saying he was treated like "garbage" when with the Cleveland Browns, and now he's the rival.

• Baseball Hall of Fame adds 2 outfielders to Cooperstown, including one tied to Astros' scandal

  After years on the ballot, Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones earned induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, recognized for their power, consistency and impact on the game.

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Senate Republicans Champion No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime

The proposal is heading to the full Senate for further consideration.

Proposed Bill Would Allow Advertising on School Buses

The legislation would give school districts the ability to use existing resources as a new revenue stream. 

City of Lawrenceburg Residents Asked to Limit Street Parking Due to Forecast

Snow is in the forecast Saturday into Sunday.

Local Sports Report - January 20, 2026

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Shawe's Barron Breaks Scoring Record, Named ORVC Player of the Week

Milan's Gabe Riehle also earned recognition.

Madison's Davis Named IBCA District 3 Player of the Week

Davis recently became Madison's all-time scoring leader.