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Journalists, political activists and Kremlin critics. Here’s who’s in the massive prisoner swap between Russia and the West.

The prisoners released by Russia include journalists, veteran political activists and those simply opposed to the war in Ukraine.http://dlvr.it/TBN3vY

Team USA Fencer Miles Chamley-Watson: Blending Olympic Fencing with a Passion for Fashion

Miles Chamley-Watson, a trailblazing figure in the world of fencing, has carved out an illustrious career marked by numerous accolades and a distinctive style that has redefined the sport. As the first American fencer to win a Senior World Championship title in 2013, Chamley-Watson has consistently pushed the boundaries of the sport, blending athleticism with…http://dlvr.it/TBMvbF

Sanya Richards-Ross Reminisces on Her Olympic Days and Gives Her Pick for the 2024 Paris Track & Field Showdown

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are here, and it’s time to cheer on global athletes as they compete for the right to call themselves the best in the world. For former track & field Olympian Sanya Richards-Ross, this moment also brings back memories of her days as a powerhouse 400m runner for Team USA. Winning the gold…http://dlvr.it/TBMVb7

UAW endorses Kamala Harris, giving her blue-collar firepower in industrial states

The United Auto Workers on Wednesday endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, giving her union firepower for the likely contest this November against Republican Donald Trump.http://dlvr.it/TBKcbm

Don’t expect a balloon drop quite yet. How the virtual roll call to nominate Kamala Harris will work

Delegates to the Democratic National Convention will officially select their nominee for president in a process that begins Thursday.http://dlvr.it/TBKc1N

Donald Trump questions Kamala Harris’ racial identity, compares himself to Lincoln at Black journalists’ convention

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump questioned Kamala Harris’ racial identity and compared himself to Lincoln at the National Association of Black Journalists’ convention in Chicago.http://dlvr.it/TBKWsG

Harris Takes on Immigration, the Economy and Trump Comments at Atlanta Rally

“Say it to my face:” Harris addresses Trump’s comments and key issues at the Atlanta rally.  http://dlvr.it/TBKP9K

Dominique Dawes Cheers for Black Female Olympic Athletes Participating in White-Dominated Sports

Dominique Dawes is taking a page from Issa Rae‘s declaration at the 2017 Emmy Awards ceremony: She’s rooting for everybody Black at Olympic Games Paris 2024. “I love watching track and field. I’m looking forward to Sha’Carri Richardson dominating there and Simone Manuel in the pool (who won silver for Team USA in the Women’s…http://dlvr.it/TBJzhs

Richard ‘Dick’ Wehrli, prominent Naperville businessman and philanthropist, dies at 90

Richard “Dick” Wehrli, a prominent Naperville businessman and philanthropist who was instrumental in bringing North Central College’s athletics stadium to life, died Saturday. He was the father of Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli.http://dlvr.it/TBH0kY

East Chicago repeals welcoming city ordinance; attorney general drops lawsuit

The East Chicago Common Council repealed its welcoming cities ordinance, which prompted Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita to drop a lawsuit against the government body over the ordinance.http://dlvr.it/TBGyVk