Tampa Police Chief Mary O’Connor resigns after flashing her badge to escape ticket

The police chief in Tampa, Florida resigned Monday after using her position to escape a ticket during a traffic stop on Nov. 12 by a Pinellas County sheriff’s deputy, involving a golf cart driven by her husband. Chief Mary
Inmate admits to killing five women in infamous Long Island ‘Torso Killer’ slayings

Long Island, NY prosecutors said Monday that a New Jersey inmate dubbed the “Torso Killer” pleaded guilty to a 1968 slaying near New York City, as well as admitting to four other homicides. Richard Cottingham — believed
NY Mets and pitcher Justin Verlander agree to two-year, $86M contract

The New York Mets and free-agent pitcher Justin Verlander have agreed to a two-year, $86 million contract. The deal includes a third-year option worth $35 million. Verlander — a three-time Cy Young Award winner, nine-time All-Star and 2011 American League
Carolina Panthers waive QB Baker Mayfield

The Carolina Panthers announced on Monday they have waived veteran quarterback Baker Mayfield. Panthers coach Steve Wilks told reporters Monday that Sam Darnold will start in Week 14; and P.J. Walker will be the second-string quarterback. Said
Aerosmith cancel second show of Las Vegas residency due to Steven Tyler’s illness

Aerosmith canceled its concert Monday (December 5) in Las Vegas due to singer Steven Tyler continuing to recover from an undisclosed illness. The band had previously called off their show on Friday, December 2 for the same
Dave Matthews Band, Imagine Dragons, Paramore and more to perform at Bud Light Super Bowl Music Festival

The NFL and Bud Light shared news of the 4th Annual Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest. The event is scheduled to take place at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Ariz., on Feb. 9-11. Bud Light Super