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WNBA star Natasha Cloud calls for tougher gun laws following Charlie Kirk assassination

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New York Liberty star Natasha Cloud made an emotional plea for gun legislation in America after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed Wednesday during a speaking event on the campus of Utah Valley University. 

Cloud took to social media in the aftermath of Kirk’s killing to call for tougher gun laws.

New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud in a game against the Atlanta Dream during the first quarter at Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Ga., Aug. 23, 2025. (Jordan Godfree/Imagn Images)

“I AM TIIIRRREEEED,” the WNBA star wrote in a post on X. “We need legislation surrounding our firearms. NO FAMILY deserves to lose a loved one when these are CONTROLLABLES. Your 2nd amendment was written for guns that took powder. Not military grade weapons. We’re the leading country in gun related deaths.” 

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Cloud mentioned a shooting at a high school in the Denver suburbs on Wednesday that left three teenagers hospitalized in critical condition, including the suspected shooter. 

In separate posts on Thursday, Cloud suggested that outrage surrounding Kirk’s death should be echoed for the victims of school shootings. 

“Continuing to send families prayers instead of voting for legislation to ACTUALLY protect those families and yours is reckless,” she wrote in another post Thursday. “Gun violence doesn’t discriminate. Doesn’t matter what dumba– party you’re a part of. How much money you have. Etc.” 

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk debates with students during his American Comeback Tour stop at CSUN in Northridge, Calif., March 6, 2025. (Benjamin Hanson/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)

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Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was struck by a single bullet around 12:20 p.m. local time while speaking at an event on the UVU campus in Orem. He was 31. 

Law enforcement and investigators continued their manhunt for the suspect, who remained at large Thursday. Officials revealed they had recovered a weapon and have “good footage” of the gunman, whom they described as being “college age.”

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk throws hats to the public in San Diego before an event in UC San Diego’s Town Square May 1, 2025.  (Michael Ho Wai Lee/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

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President Donald Trump also announced Thursday that Kirk, a married father of two, would be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

“Charlie was a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty and an inspiration to millions and millions of people,” the president said. “Our prayers are with his wonderful wife, Erika, and his beautiful children  – fantastic people they are. We miss him greatly.”

Fox News Digital’s Greg Norman and Sophie Compton contributed to this report. 

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Tiger Woods involved in rollover crash in Florida less than 2 weeks before Masters: reports

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Tiger Woods was involved in a car crash on Jupiter Island in Florida on Friday, according to multiple reports. 

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office told ESPN that the crash happened on Jupiter Island. Woods’ condition was not immediately known. 

Woods competed in the TGL championship earlier this week with his girlfriend, Vanessa Trump, and her daughter, Kai, in the stands. It was his return to competitive golf after rupturing his Achilles last year, just ahead of the Masters.

Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links Golf Club looks on before the match against the Los Angeles Golf Club at SoFi Center on March 23, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.  (Adam Glanzman/TGL/TGL Golf via Getty Images)

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The 15-time major winner, five of which have come at Augusta, was noncommittal about playing at this year’s Masters. President Donald Trump said on “The Five” on Thursday that he would be at Augusta but not play.

Woods has had trouble behind the wheel in the past. In 2021, he got into a wreck that resulted in serious leg injuries that kept him off the golf course for months.

This is a breaking story. Check back for more updates.

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High school softball top 20 rankings for the Southland

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A look at the top 20 high school softball teams in the Southland; as ranked by CalHiSports.com for The Times.

Rk. School; Record; Last ranking

1. Murrieta Mesa; 16-0; 1

2. Fullerton; 11-1; 4

3. Norco; 9-2; 3

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4. JSerra 14-2; 2

5. La Mirada 12-2; 6

6. Oaks Christian; 12-1; 5

7. Orange Lutheran 5-3; 7

8. Etiwanda; 14-1; 11

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9. Riverside King; 10-2; 20

10. Chino Hills; 13-4; NR

11. Chaminade; 10-1; NR

12. Sherman Oaks Notre Dame; 11-3; 8

13. El Modena; 7-4; 19

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14. La Habra; 12-3; 18

15. Temescal Canyon; 8-4; 12

16. Long Beach Poly; 5-0; 16

17. Los Altos; 7-5; NR

18. Garden Grove Pacifica; 10-5; 9

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19. Westlake; 10-2; NR

20. Anaheim Canyon; 8-4,10

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Indiana coach Cignetti sends message to star transfer with pre-practice dress code lesson

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In just his second season at the helm, Curt Cignetti led Indiana to its first national championship.

During the Hoosiers’ title run, Cignetti became known for his demanding coaching style. Indiana opened spring practice Thursday, and incoming transfer wide receiver Nick Marsh got a crash course in what it means to play for Cignetti.

Marsh, who transferred from Michigan State, arrived at practice in gold cleats. After noting Marsh’s productive two-year stint in East Lansing, Cignetti pivoted to the wideout’s footwear.

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Nick Marsh (6) of the Michigan State Spartans runs the ball up the field during the first quarter of a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ford Field Nov. 29, 2025, in Detroit.  (Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

“I didn’t love those gold shoes he came out in today,” Cignetti said. “He learned what getting your a– ripped is all about. I don’t know if that happened to him very often at Michigan State. That was before practice started.”

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Marsh totaled 1,311 receiving yards and nine touchdowns at Michigan State. TCU quarterback Josh Hoover also headlines Indiana’s transfer additions.

An Indiana Hoosiers helmet during a game against the Ball State Cardinals at Lucas Oil Stadium Aug. 31, 2019, in Indianapolis. (Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

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Cignetti added that the coaching staff has “more work to do with this group than the first two teams,” noting the group is still learning more about players the team will likely rely on next season.

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti during the second quarter against the Miami Hurricanes in the 2026 College Football Playoff national championship at Hard Rock Stadium Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

Indiana went 16-0 en route to a thrilling win over Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship in January.

Cignetti framed his callout of Marsh’s cleats as an early message about expectations.

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“That was a wake-up call,” Cignetti said of the receiver’s pre-practice cleats. “But he’s really worked hard, done a great job for us.”

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