Cowboys, Micah Parsons situation could soon get even uglier

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2 weeks ago

August 25, 2025

The situation between the Cowboys and linebacker Micah Parsons is getting ugly. It could still get even uglier.

Dallas faces the Eagles in only 10 days. Parsons has yet to practice during training camp, citing a back problem. Owner and G.M. Jerry Jones has dismissed his “hurt back” (and Micah’s trade request) as a negotiating tactic. In other words, Jerry doesn’t think it’s real.

The MRI of Parsons’s back was, according to coach Brian Schottenheimer, “pretty clean.” If the team thinks it’s clean enough for Parsons to play, the team could take things up a notch.

As one league source with knowledge of the procedures explained it to PFT, the Cowboys can send a letter to Parsons, explaining that he’s cleared to practice and reminding him that failure to do so constitutes conduct detrimental to the team.

If he persists in refusing to practice (and, eventually, to play), the Cowboys can take action. They can fine him for conduct detrimental to the team. Eventually, he can be suspended, for up to four games without pay.

During his recent interview with Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin, Jones explained the Parsons is under contract for 2025, and that the Cowboys can string the situation out after that, through a couple of franchise tags. Which is what they did with quarterback Dak Prescott.

“[T]he precedent is handling it like Dak,” Jones said. “If he doesn’t, it’s very costly. It’s very costly for everybody.”

For Micah, it’s eventually costly to the tune of $5.33 million. Which is the cost of a four-game unpaid suspension, based on his fifth-year option of $24 million.

And that could be where things are heading, if the Cowboys decide to take the current ugliness to the next level.

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Shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado leaves 3 students hurt; first responders “not certain how many shooters”

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September 10, 2025

Christa Swanson

Three students were critically wounded on Wednesday in a shooting at Evergreen High School in the Colorado foothills. So far, it’s not clear who the shooter or shooters are, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.

CBS Colorado’s news helicopter flew over Evergreen High School after a shooting early Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 10, 2025.

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The shooting took place just after noon at the school located at 29300 Buffalo Park Road in Evergreen, which is 28 miles southwest of Denver.

JeffCo emergency communications said there are reports of “an active assailant in the area of Evergreen High School.” St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood said there are three Evergreen High School students at the hospital who suffered gunshot wounds; all are in critical condition.

EMS outside of St. Anthony’s Hospital following shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado.

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It’s still an active scene, and authorities asked those with students at the school not to go directly to the school at this time. Nearby, Wilmot Elementary School was also placed on lockdown just after 1:50 p.m.

Jacki Kelley, the Public Information Officer for the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, said during a press conference that “We’re not certain how many shooters we have or where that shooter might be. I’m hoping to get more information to you quickly.” The sheriff’s office began receiving numerous calls coming from the school immediately following the shooting, she shared.

Kelley expressed her gratitude for departments from across the Denver metro area that self-deployed to help with the situation. She said multiple teams of law enforcement are in the process of clearing the school room by room. Kelley confirmed that the shooting happened on school grounds and said that, at this time, they believe it took place inside the school.

The school district provided an update around 1:30 p.m. that a reunification center will be located at Bergen Meadow Elementary School, located at 1928 S. Hiwan Dr.

Shortly following the shooting, an Evergreen High School teacher told CBS Colorado that they were on lockdown with some students inside a game room in the school. As of 1:45 p.m., students could be seen exiting the school single file.

Gov. Jared Polis released a statement Wednesday, saying, “I am closely monitoring the situation at Evergreen High School, and am getting live updates. State Troopers are supporting local law enforcement in responding to this situation. Students should be able to attend school safely and without fear across our state and nation. We are all praying for the victims and the entire community.”

This is a developing story; more information will be provided as it becomes available.

Christa Swanson

Christa Swanson is a Digital Media Producer at CBS Colorado in Denver.

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Trump ally Charlie Kirk reported shot at Utah college event

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2 hours ago

September 10, 2025

Dan Mangan,Kevin Breuninger

Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk speaks during a campaign rally, Oct. 24, 2024, in Las Vegas.

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was reportedly shot on Wednesday at an event at Utah Valley University.

“What we know currently is that Charlie Kirk was about 20 minutes into his presentation when we heard shots fired from a nearby building and to the best of our knowledge he was hit and taken with his security team away from the premises, and the courtyard was cleared,” a UVU spokeswoman said.

The university said at least one shot was fired at Kirk.

“We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot,” President Donald Trump wrote in a Truth Social post.

“A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!” Trump wrote.

FBI Director Kash Patel said, “We are closely monitoring reports of the tragic shooting involving Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.”

“Our thoughts are with Charlie, his loved ones, and everyone affected. Agents will be on the scene quickly and the FBI stands in full support of the ongoing response,” Patel said.

This is breaking news. Please refresh for updates.

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Apple isn’t packing a charging cable in with the AirPods Pro 3

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2 hours ago

September 10, 2025

Jay Peters

The AirPods Pro 3 seem like a solid upgrade, but they have one significant drawback: Apple isn’t including a charging cable in the box, MacRumors reports. Apple spells it out right on the AirPods Pro 3 tech specs page, saying in the “In the Box” section that “USB‑C Charge Cable sold separately.” That means that if you want to charge the case for the AirPods Pro 3, you’ll need to use a charging cable you already have, buy a new one, or use a wireless charger.

For a lot of people, this may not be a huge issue, especially if you already have a bunch of USB-C cables lying around the house. It’s arguably a little more environmentally friendly, since it might mean fewer people lose or throw away yet another cable.

But I’m the type of person who likes to stash away the additional cables I get with my tech, even if I don’t need them at the time — having an extra cable in storage has come in handy more times than I care to admit. And with Apple having already stopped packing in things like wall plugs and headphones with iPhones, and now I’m wondering if it may someday stop including a charging cable in the box with iPhones, too.

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