However, last Saturday’s state party assembly threatens to spoil it all, ringing alarm bells for Republicans across the country. On Tuesday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell warned that things could still go wrong for Republican candidates in the midterm election. “From an atmospheric point of view, it’s a perfect storm of problems for the Democrats,” he said. “How could you screw this up? It’s actually possible. And we’ve had some experience with that in the past....

The Gazette newspaper in Colorado Springs, Colorado, published an editorial Saturday condemning the Nazi Germany name-calling over a disagreement between Republican House Minority Leader Patrick Neville and Democratic Governor Jared Polis about the shelter-in-place orders. Polis, who on Friday updated his coronavirus self-quarantine orders to include a mask requirement in grocery stores and health care facilities, issued an emotional response last week to Neville claiming in March that Polis’ stay-at-home orders embrace “a Gestapo-like mentality....

Hudson most recently led the All-Whites to an intercontinental playoff for the World Cup, falling 2-0 to Peru over the two-legged tie. Goal previously reported the Rapids were closing in on hiring Hudson, though what would have happened if New Zealand had won that playoff and made the World Cup was unclear. “It’s an exciting moment and a wonderful opportunity,” Hudson said in a news release. “From the start, I was impressed by the club’s culture, front office and vision for the future....

McCartney, a two-year starter and grandson of former Colorado coach Bill McCartney, will miss two practices — Wednesday and Friday this week — as a result of being a donor match as part of the “Be The Match” program that CU head coach Mike MacIntyre started when he arrived to Boulder three years ago. MORE: From champs to what’s next? | 15 early impact freshmen MacIntyre said every year about 350-450 on Colorado’s campus sign up for the program....

Daniel Jones’ injuries have pushed McCoy into a “Sunday Night Football” spotlight in Week 15 as a fill-in starter for the Giants (5-8). The Browns (9-4) are in the midst of their first winning season since 2007 and close to securing their first playoff berth since 2002, and they may have finally found a franchise quarterback in Baker Mayfield. A 34-year old McCoy might not prove a difficult opponent for the Browns on the field, but what he represents is something Cleveland is only starting to get over....

A person with knowledge of Bradshaw's medical options confirmed the decision Tuesday. The person requested anonymity because the Colts have not yet made the decision public. MORE: Can Colts contend with Broncos for AFC title? | Trent Richardson must succeed Bradshaw was injured in Week 3 against San Francisco, but it's unclear when he was injured. He took a big hit on the opening series, continued to play, then was hurt again later when he ran into a linemen....

Donald Brown ran for two touchdowns, Andrew Luck added another and the Colts rallied yet again, this time beating the Tennessee Titans 30-27 on Thursday night after trailing 14-0 in the first quarter. WATCH: Colts’ Erik Walden headbutts helmet-less Delanie Walker | Must-see images "At the end of the day winning is what matters," Luck said. "We were fortunate in this game to survive our mistakes and have a chance to win....

After that performance in the Super Bowl by the Rams, the Chiefs could very well be world champions. The offense looks as good as they did last season, and that’s been without gamebreaker Tyreek Hill at wide receiver. They escaped with a win in Detroit last week, winning on a last second touchdown to keep the undefeated season alive. MORE: Get the latest NFL odds & betting advice at Sportsbook Review...

For the Texan who is president, and is under enfilading fire on all sides, from adversaries and events, this may seem like Comanche Spring. But polls that take the temperature of the presidential race indicate that his political condition is not as parlous as might be expected. His only great day recently was when the number of jobs created in March was announced as 308,000, and the numbers for January and February were revised upward, making the first-quarter total 513,000....

The boxed warning: Zidovudine is linked to abnormal blood cell counts, such as low neutrophils or severe anemia. Long-term use of zidovudine is also connected to muscle weakness, stiffness, and cramps. There are also reports of high lactic acid levels in the body, serious hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), and fatty liver disease with Combivir. Some people may also experience worsening hepatitis B infections after stopping lamivudine. While the combination of lamivudine and zidovudine does not cure HIV, it may lessen your chance of developing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and HIV-related illnesses such as infections or cancer....

Is the life of a demicelebrity like Schwartz worth reading about? Absolutely. And not just because of his nose-against-the-glass upbringing in Hollywood and New York, where Judy Garland once sang him to sleep with “Over the Rainbow,” and Jackie Robinson tossed a ball with him on a golden Connecticut afternoon. Schwartz, as it happens, is a terrific writer (he’s published several novels), and his story is simply but vividly told....

ITEMS Conventional Wisdom George Foreman Lost the fight, but won the war for overaged fat people everywhere, Mark Spitz Lost the meet and the war (and the mustache). You’re waterlogged. Kennedy Scandals From Joe Sr. to JFK to Ted to Willie, can’t anyone keep his pants on? Audrey Hepburn Quiet, modest, elegant–a real Roman Holiday from cheesy ’80s glitz. Iran Contra 1980 hostage sellout? CW doesn’t have the stomach to find out....

Funches has built a fanbase with his special brand of positive humor, and now he’s hosting a new game show on Quibi that tests comedians’ abilities to find the best out of bad situations and people. “I have always wanted to host a game show. I love hosting. It’s one of my favorite things to do,” Funches told Newsweek. “I’m really happy because this is the biggest way that I’ve ever shown my style of humor of being optimistic and positive and still sharp and still fun....

Each year, the San Diego-based convention hosts panels and screenings that focus on the biggest and most buzzworthy anime and manga that are coming in the second half of the year and beyond. With Comic-Con being a digital event this year because of the coronavirus pandemic, there are not as many panels for anime and manga fans to enjoy, but there are some that connoisseurs will want to check out this week....

Booster shots from Pfizer or Moderna were previously only available for people aged 50 and older, as well as vulnerable young people and those working in hospitals and care facilities. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunization, the independent group of scientists that advises the British government on vaccines, said that all residents aged 40 to 49 will now be able to get a third shot six months after their first, the AP reported....

a lunar probe launched in 1959. Its orbit should bring it back toward Earth about now. If the object is spinning quickly, it’s probably man-made. But if it’s spinning very slowly, it is likely a new class of asteroid. Most of these rocky chunks, left from the formation of the solar system, circle between Mars and Jupiter or travel in a very elongated orbit. The object has a circular orbit....

Earlier reports suggested that Panthers ownership was attempting to move the franchise to one of two locations in eager pursuit of a hockey team, Quebec City or Las Vegas. “There’s nothing imminent that’s happening,” Bettman announced Tuesday at the owners’ meetings in Boca Raton, just north of where the Panthers have played to record-low crowds this season. “In fact to the contrary, Vinny Viola, both as a matter of his resources and his personal commitment, has consistently told me that he’s committed to South Florida....

“I think truthfulness is sort of the bedrock of every relationship,” Manfred said. “I think it would be a mistake for Pete to come in and do anything other than tell me everything and the complete truth with respect to everything.” MORE: Classic images of Pete Rose Manfred said his only interaction with Rose was “a very brief conversation” at this year’s All-Star Game in Rose’s native Cincinnati, where he starred for the Reds, eventually managed and, by his admission, gambled on baseball....

Regardless of the level of play or age of the player, certain injuries tend to come up over and over. Rotator cuff injuries Like most upper body injuries, rotator cuff problems tend to affect pitchers more often than other positions. The rotator cuff isn’t a single body part — it’s a collection of four muscles that stabilize the shoulder and are responsible for several arm motions. The supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis muscles form the rotator cuff and attach the scapula (shoulder blade) to the humerus (upper arm)....