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ADAM SILVER: DONALD STERLING BANNED FROM NBA FOR LIFE EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY Donald Sterling has just been effectively banned for life from the NBA by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. In the wake of the LA Clippers Owner's racist remarks as recorded and then posted at TMZ.com last Saturday, and faced with the virtual collapse of the National Basketball Association under the weight of the loss of key sponsors, Adam Silver, the new NBA Commissioner, stood up and took swift and dramatic, but appropriate, action. Donald Sterling not only is not allowed to attend NBA games, he must pay a giant fine of $2.5 million, the proceeds of which will be used to fund the work of anti-discrimination organizations. Adam Silver also said he will force the sale of the Los Angeles Clippers via vote of the Board of Governors of the NBA and a vote of the owners of the teams of the NBA. Never before in the history of sports has a sports commissioner come down as hard on an owner, as Adam Silve

Dallas Morning News (blog)A former Dallas police officer was indicted Thursday by a Dallas County grand jury on an aggravated assault charge after she was involved in a controversial shooting of an unarmed man in a stolen car late last year, a source tells The Dallas Morning News.Former Dallas senior corporal indicted in shooting of […] The post Source: Fired Dallas officer indicted on felony charge for shooting of unarmed man – Dallas Morning News (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1fw6wE9 via IFTTT

McShay: Cowboys’ spot most intriguingESPN (blog)… in which he served as the general manager, he took wide receiver Brandin Cooks. “For many reasons I’m as intrigued as to what Dallas will do as with any team in the first round,” McShay said on a conference call with NFL Nation reporters on Thursday. and more …read […] The post McShay: Cowboys’ spot most intriguing – ESPN (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1fceZBG via IFTTT

ESPN (blog)IRVING, Texas — Wednesday might be remembered as Prince Spaghetti Day to some of you (Google it) but it is also Dallas Cowboys chat day. Click here to read the whole chat. We had a lot of questions on wide-ranging subjects, like: ** Dez Bryant’s …Dallas Cowboys reportedly showing interest in Johnny ManzielSI.comWould the […] The post Chat recap: Manziel too good to pass up? – ESPN (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1kagaRh via IFTTT

USA TODAYMedia outlets in the Dallas/Fort Worth area were buzzing Thursday about the future of the two Dallas Love Field gates that that American must divest as part of its merger with US Airways. The buzz began after Virgin America scheduled a Friday morning …Virgin America the apparent winner in battle for Love Field gatesDallas […] The post Dallas media buzzes as Virgin America sets press event – USA TODAY appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nsKcTF via IFTTT

Bleeding Green NationAccording to Adam Hoge, the Eagles and Cowboys will be the afternoon game. Bears vs. Lions is up first and then Seahawks at 49ers is the evening game. The game will take place in Dallas, which is where the Eagles beat the Cowboys to win the 2013 NFC …Dallas Cowboys schedule analysisESPN (blog)NFL […] The post NFL Schedule 2014: Philadelphia Eagles to Face Dallas Cowboys on … – Bleeding Green Nation appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1iipkN2 via IFTTT

ESPNSAN ANTONIO — Blowing their playoff opener turned out to be great therapy for the Dallas Mavericks. Eighth-seeded Dallas rolled to a 113-92 victory over San Antonio on Wednesday night, snapping a 10-game skid against the Spurs and evening their …NBA playoffs 2014, Mavericks vs. Spurs final score: Dallas crushes San Antonio …SB NationGame 2 […] The post Mavs Cruise Past Spurs To Even Series – ESPN appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/RNuaHj via IFTTT

2014 NHL playoffs: It’s time for Dallas Stars’ Tyler Seguin to step upSI.comHe made the highlights coming out of the penalty box in the final minute of the first to score the only goal Dallas would need in a 3-0 victory, but that effort was almost secondary to the example he set over the course […] The post 2014 NHL playoffs: It’s time for Dallas Stars’ Tyler Seguin to step up – SI.com appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1fsxSem via IFTTT

ESPN (blog)The Cowboys will not get back to Dallas until early Monday morning with a short week to get ready for the Eagles. The Cowboys should have to play a road game the week before the Thanksgiving matchup, but playing a night game is borderline unfair.Dallas Cowboys Schedule 2014: Cowboys Open With 49ers, Close With […] The post Dallas Cowboys schedule analysis – ESPN (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ps97IQ via IFTTT

Dallas Morning NewsPhiladelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys defensive end George Selvie (99), Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Jason Hatcher (97), Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Bruce Carter (54), Dallas Cowboys defensive …NFL Schedule 2014: Philadelphia Eagles to Face Dallas Cowboys on …Bleeding Green NationDallas Cowboys 2014 NFL Schedule Released: Home […] The post Full Cowboys schedule released: Slate includes 5 prime-time games – Dallas Morning News appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://www.zennie62blog.com/2014/04/24/full-cowboys-schedule-released-slate-includes-5-prime-time-games-dallas-morning-news-75186/ via IFTTT

2014 NFL Mock Draft: C.J. Mosley corralled by the Dallas CowboysBleeding Green NationDrafting for Dallas is interesting because, like the Eagles, they could use help just about everywhere on defense. Fortunately for the Cowboys, they get to pick seven spots ahead of Philly. Unfortunately, they need a whole lot more help. Sure, the … and […] The post 2014 NFL Mock Draft: C.J. Mosley corralled by the Dallas Cowboys – Bleeding Green Nation appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1l42oAB via IFTTT

Dallas Morning NewsPhiladelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys defensive end George Selvie (99), Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Jason Hatcher (97), Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Bruce Carter (54), Dallas Cowboys defensive …Dallas Cowboys’ schedule released todayESPN (blog)Dallas Cowboys: Why Bruce Carter is So Important in 2014The Landry HatDallas Cowboys 2014 […] The post Reports: Cowboys to open season vs. 49ers, play at Giants in prime time; check … – Dallas Morning News appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1iNAojO via IFTTT

Man’s Body Found Floating In Boston HarborCBS LocalBOSTON (AP) — A Boston fire department spokesman says a body has been removed from Boston Harbor after witnesses reported seeing it. Spokesman Steve MacDonald said firefighters were called to the scene at 12:28 p.m. Wednesday after people …Man’s body pulled from waters at Long Wharf in BostonBoston […] The post Man’s Body Found Floating In Boston Harbor – CBS Local appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1iNAnMV via IFTTT

Dallas Morning News (blog)The Cowboys signed former Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Hanie to a one-year contract Wednesday, according to a source. Hanie, 28, was born in Dallas and played high school football for Forney. Hanie (6-2, 222) played college football at Colorado …Caleb Hanie, Dallas Cowboys reportedly reach dealNFL.comCowboys sign QB Caleb HanieESPN (blog)NFL Rumors: […] The post Source: Dallas Cowboys sign former Chicago Bears QB Caleb Hanie (Forney … – Dallas Morning News (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1frxay6 via IFTTT

Mel Kiper: Demarcus Lawrence, Jimmie Ward are good fits for the Dallas CowboysDallas Morning News (blog)Although the defensive line is the Dallas Cowboys’ biggest area of need entering next month’s draft, ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper doesn’t have the Cowboys selecting a defensive end or defensive tackle in the first two rounds. In his most […] The post Mel Kiper: Demarcus Lawrence, Jimmie Ward are good fits for the Dallas Cowboys – Dallas Morning News (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1jPu75f via IFTTT

SI.comCome on Browns – work a deal for Dallas to trade up to #4! Relieve yourselves of the pressure of potentially screwing up another high draft pick. Make Jerry an offer he can’t refuse. Plus, this way we won’t pick Manziel, who I think won’t do well on a …NFL Draft rumors: Could the Dallas […] The post Dallas Cowboys reportedly showing interest in Johnny Manziel – SI.com appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1f56pEU via IFTTT

What about Mo Claiborne’s 2016 option?ESPN (blog)IRVING, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys will exercise the fifth-year option on Tyron Smith’s deal in the near future, paying him $10.39 million in 2015 if they cannot reach a long-term agreement before then. Claiborne. What about the Cowboys’ first-round … and more …read more Source: Dallas News From […] The post What about Mo Claiborne’s 2016 option? – ESPN (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1f75X97 via IFTTT

Dallas Morning News (blog)A long-awaited redevelopment of the old Statler Hilton hotel – along with Dallas‘ former central library, which sits next door – will receive a $46.5 million boost from the city. The City Council approved on Wednesday the infusion, which is based off …Developer Has Plan For Old Hotel In DallasCBS Local all […] The post Dallas council approves $46.5 million for redevelopment of old Statler Hilton … – Dallas Morning News (blog) appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1jOBlX6 via IFTTT

Father Killed in Fatal North Dallas ShootingNBC 5 Dallas-Fort WorthDallas police are searching for more information after a man found shot and unconscious on a North Dallas street early Wednesday morning has died. The victim was identified as 37-year-old Matthew Scott De La Garza by Dallas police. De La Garza has two … …read more […] The post Father Killed in Fatal North Dallas Shooting – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/1pr9vaN via IFTTT

CBS LocalOAKLAND, CA – APRIL 21: Prince Fielder #84 of the Texas Rangers hits an RBI single scoring Elvis Andrus (not pictured) against the Oakland Athletics in the top of the fifth inning at O.co Coliseum on April 21, 2014 in Oakland, California. (Photo by …‘More mature’ Yu Darvish battles through six innings to keep […] The post Rangers vs Athletics – April 22, 2014 – CBS Local appeared first on Zennie62.com . from WordPress http://ift.tt/Ptq7Of via IFTTT