Preparations are underway from Houston to Atlanta as a rare winter storm sets its sights on the southern U.S., where it's expected to bring a messy mix of heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain that could have a major impact on travel and daily life.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set to host the 2025 CFP championship game. Here's what to know about Monday's national championship game in Atlanta:

ORLANDO, Fla. - Marine specialists visited a Florida marina to assess a 12-foot mako shark that was spotted Friday. The Hollywood Police Department posted on its social media accounts to warn locals of the shark and how to stay safe. Police said the shark was spotted about 50 yards away from the Hollywood Marina.

A Florida teen with a nut allergy died after eating Baklava at a school event, despite being told it was nut-free. The father is suing the Duval County School Board for $50,000, alleging negligence and failure to provide proper care. The lawsuit claims the school knew of the allergy but failed to prevent or respond to the fatal reaction.

The Atlanta Braves now have reported dates for when they will head down to North Port, Fla. for Spring Training

The former No. 4 overall pick ended his fourth year with 47 catches, 602 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Those aren’t bad numbers for a tight end, but they’re less than ideal for someone drafted ahead of Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

Somewhere on the field Monday evening inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Ohio State linebackers coach James Laurinaitis will roam the field, searching for a fellow Buckeye legend. He'll shake his best friend's hand,

As far as coaches Marcus Freeman of Notre Dame and Ryan Day of Ohio State are concerned, those dramatic pregame speeches that inspire a football team to victory are the stuff of Hollywood

Mikayla Blakes scored 23 points and tipped in a missed shot at the buzzer as Vanderbilt rallied last in a 71-70 victory over No. 15 Tennessee.

Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish gear up for the College Football Playoff National Championship in Atlanta.

Meanwhile, many of the SBA's EIDL loans are being charged off and considered in default. In 2021, the agency charged off $21.5 million in EIDL loans. In 2022, that grew to $198.2 million. Last year, the agency charged off $52 billion in EIDL loans — about 17% of its portfolio.

As The Athletic first reported last month, after re-signing Blake Treinen, the Dodgers saw acquiring Scott as their main bullpen priority. That remained true even as the club engaged the Milwaukee Brewers for a trade centered around Devin Williams, who acknowledged upon his arrival with the New York Yankees that he expected to be in Los Angeles.