Muskogee Police Department is investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving three relatives of NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson. The deceased were identified as Jack Janway, 69; his wife Terry Janway, 68; and their grandson Dalton Janway, 11. Police believe Terry Janway killed her husband and grandson before taking her own life. They are asking anyone with information to contact them.
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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have joined an investment group taking a 24% stake in Formula 1 team Alpine Racing, worth approximately $218 million. This transaction values Alpine Racing Ltd. around $900 million and will "accelerate Alpine's growth plans and sporting ambitions in F1". The two actors have previously completed a $2.5 million takeover of Welsh soccer team Wrexham and are now looking to make a success of their latest investment in Formula 1.
Bob Huggins, head coach of the West Virginia University men's basketball team since 2007, has resigned following his arrest on suspicion of drunken driving. He apologized for his conduct and expressed regret for letting the university community down. A criminal complaint revealed that his blood alcohol content was 0.21%, more than twice the legal limit. The university is now conducting a search for a new coach to lead the program.
New England Patriots player Jack Jones was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport after two loaded firearms were found in his carry-on luggage. The TSA provided a photo of the weapons and Massachusetts State Police questioned Jones, who was set to fly to Los Angeles. The Patriots released a statement saying they are aware of the situation and are gathering more information. Jones was drafted by the Patriots in 2021 and was a part of their minicamp in June 2023.
The PGA Tour and LIV Golf, a Saudi-backed upstart league, have proposed a surprise deal which has raised concerns from top Democrats in the Senate and House. Hanan Elatr Khashoggi, the widow of Jamal Khashoggi, has spoken out on the matter, saying that her late husband would agree that the people of Saudi Arabia shouldn't be penalized. The Treasury Department is now tasked with investigating the deal to determine whether it should be allowed to go through.
NBA guard Ja Morant has been suspended for 25 games without pay due to a second incident of displaying a firearm on social media. The suspension, which will cost Morant approximately $7.5 million, is intended to send a message that gun violence will not be tolerated. Morant, who was the 2019-20 NBA Rookie of the Year, will have the opportunity to return to the court after the suspension is over.
Michael Jordan has confirmed to CNBC that he is selling his majority ownership of the Charlotte Hornets to a group of investors led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall. Jordan will remain a minority owner after the transaction, but the deal must still be approved by a majority of league owners before it can be finalized. Jordan's decision to sell his majority stake in the Hornets is a sign of his commitment to the team's future success and his legacy will continue to be felt in the city of Charlotte.
UFC fighter Conor McGregor has been accused of violently sexually assaulting and battering a woman in a Miami bathroom. The Miami Heat is conducting an investigation and McGregor's lawyer has denied the allegations. The woman is seeking damages for physical and emotional distress and has requested a response from McGregor by July 9.