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Racing Legend Dick Trickle Commits Suicide

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:41:14 +0000

Richard "Dick" Trickle died Thursday at the age of 71. His body was discovered next to his pickup truck at a cemetery in Lincoln County, North Carolina, after the longtime NASCAR and short-track driver shot himself, according to police.

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Three New Suspects in Boston Marathon Bombing Taken Into Custody [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:49:40 +0000

UPDATE 2:25 p.m. EST: The suspects' names are Azamat Tazhayakov, Dias Kadyrbayev and Robel Phillipos. From The Boston Globe:
Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev, both 19 and of New Bedford, were charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice by plotting to dispose of a laptop computer and a backpack containing fireworks belonging to bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the US attorney’s office said in a statement.

Robel Phillipos, 19, of Cambridge was charged with making false statements to law enforcement officials in a terorism investigation, prosecutors said.
12:10 p.m. EST: According to Boston.com, the three suspects went to school at UMass-Dartmouth with Dzhokar Tsarnaev and may have helped him in the days immediately following the bombing, which was on April 15. Two of the suspects have been charged with overstaying their student visas.

The Boston Police Department announced that it has taken into custody three new suspects as a result of its ongoing investigation into the Boston Marathon bombing.

Modern Day Superhero University of New Hampshire's Cameron Lyle

Joy Larson — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:00:57 +0000

Most college athletes eat, sleep and breath their sport. They have worked hard to be able to compete in their sport at a college level, and many have received scholarships for their hard work and talent. Endless hours of training and practice consume a college athlete’s life. So, why would one such athlete give up his last chance to enjoy the sport he loves, and in his senior year no less? To save someone else’s life.

NASCAR Slaps Kenseth With Major Fine

Alan K — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:25:49 +0000

Oh man did Matt Kenseth ever get slapped by NASCAR. I guess he had a connecting rod that was underweight. The infraction was discovered in a post race teardown. I don’t know that one connecting rod

Grizzly Football Ticket Deadline Approaching Fast for Season Ticket Holders

Denny Bedard — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:12:10 +0000

University of Montana football season ticket holders, your renewal deadline is Wednesday, May 1 by 4:30 p.m.

Boston Marathon Bomber Charged, Faces Possible Death Penalty

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:18:09 +0000

On Monday, the Justice Department announced that it was charging Dzhokhar Tsarnaev with using a weapon of mass destruction that resulted in the deaths of three people at the Boston Marathon last week. If convicted he could face the death penalty or up to life in prison.

Man Punches Woman Over Flyers-Penguins Hockey Argument

Joe Student — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:30:06 +0000

Pennsylvania hockey fans’ allegiances are geographically divided. Most fans in the western half of the state root for the Pittsburgh Penguins, while fans in the east cheer for the Philadelphia Flyers. The teams’ heated rivalry is one of the best in the NHL, but one fan took the battle too far this weekend in State [...]

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

Twists of Fate for Boston Marathon Runner and Texas Resident

Denny Bedard — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:06:25 +0000

Two tragedies that have hurt so many people in one week. They all have stories to tell, but let's take a look at Joe Berti.

FBI Releases Images, Video of Boston Marathon Bombing Suspects

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 22:25:52 +0000

Special Agent Rick DesLauriers of the FBI, who is leading the investigation of the Boston Marathon bombings, just held a press conference in which he revealed that there are two suspects. The FBI released photographs and video of two men believed to be responsible for the attacks. The FBI showed video of the two men walking [...]

Final Griz Football Scrimmage Friday With Special Guests Scheduled

Denny Bedard — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:17:41 +0000

It will be Friday Night Lights for your University of Montana Grizzly football team as they conclude spring drills.

Boston Fans Sing National Anthem In Unison Before Bruins' Game

Joe Student — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:30:27 +0000

Wednesday night marked the first major sporting event in Boston since Monday’s bombings of the Boston Marathon. Prior to the Boston Bruins’ game against the Buffalo Sabres at TD Bank Garden, the Bruins observed a moment of silence for the victims and survivors of the bombings. The public address announcer then directed fans to singer [...]

Conflicting Reports Regarding a Possible Arrest in Boston Bombings [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:30:20 +0000

2:45 p.m. (EST): The Boston Police Department has announced that "there has not been an arrest in the Marathon attack." Investigations are ongoing.

2:35 p.m.: CNN is retracting their previous report that an arrest has been made in the Boston Marathon bombings. Other sources are reporting that officials are close to identifying a suspect after reviewing area surveillance video, but no arrests have been made.

Special Guests Part of Final Grizzly Spring Football Scrimmage on Friday Night [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:54:26 +0000

Fans who attend the final spring scrimmage Friday night under the lights at Washington Grizzly will be treated to special guests on the field, Super Dave and Johnny Montana.

"We'll have about a 45 minute session on the field with the kids and the coaches and the players prior to the scrimmage, where the kids will have a chance to interact with players

Twin Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 01:00:08 +0000

9 p.m. (EST): The final press conference of the day with Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis and various other officials just concluded. The FBI is now leading investigations of the events. Davis confirmed that three people were killed in today's blasts.

CNN is reporting that one of the victims killed was an 8-year-old boy. The Wall Street Journal had reported that as many as five other unexploded devices were found around Boston, but investigators now doubt that they were actually bombs.

Grizzly Basketball Tribute Planned

Denny Bedard — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:13:07 +0000

The Grizzly basketball teams will be honored this Wednesday, April 17.

NCAA Bracket Challenge Results

Jordan Dawson — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:25:01 +0000

The 2013 NCAA Championship concluded Monday night (April 8) with a 82-76 victory for the Louisville Cardinals over the Michigan Wolverines. The conclusion of the tournament, also meant the end of our 2013 NCAA Bracket Challenge.

Let's take a look at how our local bracket-predictors did...

Griz Got Talent Show Coming Soon

Denny Bedard — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:05:12 +0000

It was a big hit last year, so ENCORE! ENCORE!

Touchdown of Dreams: Team Let's 7 Year-Old Cancer Survivor SCORE TD! [VIDEO]

Woody — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:00:29 +0000

Dreams come true when caring hearts lend a hand. This had to be one amazing moment for one special little boy.