Soccer great Franz Beckenbauer, who won World Cup both as player and coach for Germany, dies

In recent years the former Bayern Munich great struggled with health problems. MUNICH, Germany — Franz Beckenbauer, who won the World Cup both as player and coach and became one of Germany’s most beloved personalities with his easygoing charm, has died, news agency dpa reported Monday. He was 78. “It is with deep sadness that … Read more

Door plug from Boeing jetliner found in backyard of Portland-area school teacher: NTSB update

Authorities say the door plug on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 blew out after takeoff from PDX on Friday. PORTLAND, Ore. — On Sunday evening, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed that a missing door plug and two cellphones were found. The NTSB held a press conference addressing the first full day of the investigation … Read more

Boerne High School wins Metallica’s ‘For Whom The Band Tolls’ contest

BOERNE, Texas – It’s official — Boerne High School rocks, and this comes from a good authority on the subject. Metallica has named Boerne a winner in its “For Whom The Band Tolls” contest. In April, the band challenged marching bands across the country to create performances that incorporated Metallica’s music. The band offered nearly … Read more