Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1944, Lou Hudson, American basketball player and coach (died 2014) was born. In 1962, Project Apollo: At a press conference, NASA announces lunar orbit rendezvous as the means to land astronauts on the Moon, and return them to Earth. In 1966, Rod Strickland, American basketball player and coach was born. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1980, Tyson Kidd, Canadian wrestler was born. In 1984, Yorman Bazardo, Venezuelan baseball player was born. In 1997, Ryan Rolison, American baseball player was born. In 2014, Bill McGill, American basketball player (born 1939) passed away. In 2015, Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán escapes from the maximum security Altiplano prison in Mexico, his second escape. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The Latest: Prospects arrive on the red carpet for the 2026 NBA draft
The 2026 NBA draft is here, and the Washington Wizards are on the clock first. Fans attending the NBA draft are getting to see a little more than usual from their seats at Barclays Center. The “Good Morning America” set is on the floor, along with ones belonging to NBA TV and Chinese entertainment company Tencent.
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· Jun 24, 2026
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· Jun 23, 2026
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· Jun 25, 2026
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· Jun 22, 2026
Jeff Goodman previews 2026 NBA draft loaded with talent and questions
The NBA draft starts on Tuesday, and it’s expected to be one of the best in recent memory. The headlining players include college stars such as Duke’s Cameron Boozer, Kansas’s Darryn Peterson, and BYU’s AJ Dybantsa. There is plenty of talent, but questions remain. College basketball expert Jeff Goodman has watched many of these players and, alongside
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· Jun 22, 2026
Latest Prospects Lakers Have Worked Out Ahead Of 2026 NBA Draft
With the 2026 NBA Draft right around the corner, the Los Angeles Lakers front office and scouting staff have been hard at work taking closer looks at a number of potential prospects whom they could look to add. The Lakers have the 25th overall pick in this year’s draft, but could always acquire other picks, []
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Related coverage for "The Latest: Prospects arrive on the red carpet for the 2026 NBA draft": The Root — The Biggest Moments From the 2026 NBA Draft. Vogue — A Look Back at NBA Superstars’ Slightly Embarrassing, Totally Charming Draft Pictures. USA TODAY Sports — 2027 NBA Mock Draft has prospects take lead as No. 1 pick contenders. Awful Announcing — Jeff Goodman previews 2026 NBA draft loaded with talent and questions. Lakers Nation — Latest Prospects Lakers Have Worked Out Ahead Of 2026 NBA Draft. Yahoo Sports — NBA Draft 2026: Best players available for Round 2