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Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-21) Tate Forcier threw four interceptions and fumbled in his own end zone, and No. 9 Ohio State took advantage to beat Michigan 21-10 Saturday for its sixth straight win in the series.

No Replay of 'Hand of Shame' Game Zurich, Switzerland (2009-11-20) FIFA has ruled out the possibility of replaying the disputed France-Ireland World Cup qualifier.

Ohio v. Michigan Rivalry Started Before the Football Games

a (2009-11-20) Michigan plays Ohio State tomorrow, for the 106th time. The Buckeyes have already wrapped up the Rose Bowl, while the Wolverines are fighting to secure a bowl bid - any bowl bid. But ESPN viewers still consider the rivalry the greatest in American sports. Michigan Radio Sports Commentator John U. Bacon says this rivalry goes back to before the teams even existed.

Former Red Wing Brendan Shanahan Retiring New York (2009-11-18) After 21 seasons and an almost certain Hall of Fame career, the 40-year-old forward announced Wednesday that he wouldn't play again.

Pontiac Silverdome Sold....But to Whom?

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-16) An unnamed group of Canadian investors was the high bidder at an auction for the aging stadium.

Auditors Can't Find U of M Football Practice Logs

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-16) The University of Michigan says its football program failed to file mandatory monthly logs that track how many hours players work out and practice. The NCAA is investigating whether Michigan violated its rules by holding more training sessions than allowed.

A Michigan Rite of Fall

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-15) Michigan's annual firearms deer season gets underway today.

Yzerman Grows Into the Job of Captain

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-13) On Monday, the National Hockey League Hall of Fame inducted former Red Wing captain Steve Yzerman. As great as that is, Michigan Radio Sports Commentator John U. Bacon believes that is not his greatest accomplishment.

Pontiac Silverdome Auction Nearing End

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-12) The aging football stadium has sat largely vacant for the past 7 years. Pontiac city leaders have tried and failed in the past to find a buyer for the Silverdome.

The Right To Bear Arms....Even Without The Use of One's Arms SOMERVILLE, NJ (2009-11-11) A New Jersey judge ruled that a quadriplegic has the right to bear arms even though he can't hold a gun or pull a trigger.

Does Kalamazoo Need A New Downtown Arena?

Kalamazoo, MI (2009-11-11) The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting Wednesday evening to discuss the proposed $81.2 million facility.

Rodriguez: Wolverines Still May Play A Bowl Game

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-09) Michigan has lost five of six games and is just 5-5 this season after a 4-0 start. College football's winningest program lost a school-record nine games last year and failed to earn a bowl bid for the first time in three-plus decades.

Its Football Weekend In America

New York (2009-11-07) It's a big year for football on television - ratings are up for both NFL and college games.

Remembering Raeder's Raiders

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-06) While Michigan Radio sports commentator John U. Bacon was composing another sports commentary in an Ann Arbor caf , a friend told him about a group of Michigan football players who captured the fans' imagination fifty years ago. John looked into it, and decided it's a better story than the one he was writing.

Yankees Win The World Series

New York (2009-11-05) Hundreds of Yankees fans poured into the streets of New York early Thursday to celebrate the team's 27th World Series championship

Reflecting on Bill Martin

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-10-30) Last week, Bill Martin announced he would step down as Michigan's athletic director, effective right before next fall's first football game. Michigan Radio sports commentator John U. Bacon says the news came as a bit of a surprise.

Cubs Sold! Cubs Sold!

Chicago, IL (2009-10-27) The sale of the Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field and other assets from the Tribune Co. to the Ricketts family is complete.

Buckeye Hall of Fame Cafe to Fall to the Wrecking Ball

Columbus, Ohio (2009-10-27) The restaurant south of the Ohio State campus is often a big gathering spot on game days. Earlier, the building housed the Jai Lai, a restaurant frequented by legendary Ohio State coach Woody Hayes.

NCAA Probe of U Of M Football Goes On

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-10-26) University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman says the NCAA has given the school a notice of inquiry and will keep looking into allegations against the football program.

U of M Athletic Director Bill Martin Stepping Down

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-10-21) Martin has lead U of M athletics for the past decade.

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