LONDON — Roger Federer continued his trailblazing progress at Wimbledon Wednesday as he overwhelmed Slovakia’s Lukas Lacko 6-4, 6-4, 6-1 to extend his campaign into the third round. Centre Court was treated to another display…

MILLE LACS, Minn. — It still takes getting used to, the lack of boats on this big lake. Years ago on a late June evening, you could put in near Garrison or Isle or Wealthwood…

NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia — Ask Didier Quillot who he is supporting in the World Cup and the chief executive of France’s first-division league pauses to work up the proper amount of disdain before answering. “Who…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Royals lost 3-2 to the Indians on Wednesday night at Kauffman Stadium. Royals rookie Trevor Oaks, recalled from Class AAA Omaha to make a spot start in place of the…

DENVER (AP) — Large wildfires grew across the American West on Wednesday, keeping thousands of people out of their homes for the July 4 holiday and forcing some strict bans on fireworks to prevent new…

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — University of Kansas students and faculty can no longer use tobacco or vaping products on campus under a new policy pushed by health-conscious students. The university banned smoking, vaping or using…

NEW YORK (AP) — Joey “Jaws” Chestnut extended his reign as champion eater at the Nathan’s Famous July Fourth hot dog eating contest Wednesday, downing a record 74 wieners and buns in 10 minutes to…

Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer says he will continue to push for a Medicaid work requirement despite a recent court order blocking a similar policy in Kentucky. Last week, U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, an Obama…

Calendar Friday-Recycle trailer on Cherry Street, in front of City Hall, leaves Tuesday. Monday-Crest School Board meets at Board Office, 7 p.m.; Wednesday-Rural Water District No. 5 Board meeting, Board Office, 8 p.m. Little League…

Bikes found Iola police officers recovered two bicycles that had been left on the grounds at Windsor Place, in the 600 block of East Garfield Street, Friday. The owner may claim the bikes at the…