Dwight Howard Waives Opt-Out Clause, Staying With Magic
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has signed papers agreeing to waive the early termination option in his contract and he will be with the Magic to begin the 2012-13 season.
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Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has signed papers agreeing to waive the early termination option in his contract and he will be with the Magic to begin the 2012-13 season.
According to a report, Howard met with his teammates and told them he intends to remain with the Magic through the 2012-13 season.
Unfortunately for the Magic, the only person seemingly in charge down in "the happiest place on Earth" is Dwight Howard
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A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to take a case brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of an immigrant rights group.
The Pentagon watchdog released its report on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal to share details about operations in Yemen.
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The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
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Walgreens said it will close its office space in Chicago's Old Post Office building.
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Starting Wednesday, riders on the Chicago Transit Authority system will hear a recognizable Chicago voice during their commutes.
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