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Murakami homers again as the White Sox top the Angels for a rain-delayed 8-7 win

CHICAGO (AP) — Munetaka Murakami hit a three-run homer in a big seventh-inning rally, and the Chicago White Sox held off the slumping Los Angeles Angels for an 8-7 win Monday night.

Associated Press Chicago White Sox's Munetaka Murakami, of Japan, hits a single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Chicago, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Chicago White Sox's Andrew Benintendi (23) walks to the dugout after being called out on strikes during the third inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Chicago, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout celebrates with teammates after scoring on a sacrifice fly by Jorge Soler during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler hits a sacrifice fly to Chicago White Sox right fielder Everson Pereira during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) A tarp covers the infield as fans wait during a rain delay before a baseball game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Monday, April 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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Andrew Benintendi had three RBIs as Chicago improved to 6-4 in its last 10 games. Miguel Vargas hit a solo drive, and Tristan Peters had two hits and scored two runs.

Jorge Soler hit a solo homer for Los Angeles in the rain-delayed opener of a three-game series. Mike Trout had two hits and scored twice.

The Angels blew a 5-1 lead in their fourth consecutive loss and eighth in nine games overall. They had a 6-0 lead Sunday at Kansas City and lost11-9when Lane Thomas hit a three-run homer for the Royals in the 10th inning.

The White Sox sent 10 batters to the plate while scoring seven times in the seventh. It was their biggest inning of the season.

Benintendi's two-run double off Nick Sandlin (0-1) trimmed the Angels' lead to one. Murakami then greeted Drew Pomeranz with a drive to right-center for his major league-best 12th homer. Vargas followed Murakami with another homer for an 8-5 lead.

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The 26-year-old Murakami, a rookie slugger from Japan, is batting .349 (15 for 43) with seven homers and 14 RBIs in his last 10 games.

Osvaldo Bido (2-0) pitched three innings of one-run ball for the win.

Soler and Nolan Schanuel each drove in a run in the ninth against Grant Taylor before Bryan Hudson retired Adam Frazier on a bouncer to second, stranding runners at second and third. It was Hudson's first career save.

The start was delayed three hours as rain and thunderstorms rolled over Rate Field.

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José Soriano (5-0, 0.24 ERA) starts for the Angels on Tuesday night, and fellow right-hander Davis Martin (3-1, 2.01 ERA) pitches for the White Sox.

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Murakami homers again as the White Sox top the Angels for a rain-delayed 8-7 win

CHICAGO (AP) — Munetaka Murakami hit a three-run homer in a big seventh-inning rally, and the Chicago White Sox held off the slumping L...
Taylor Swift's Spring-Coded $325 Staud Dress Is Held up by Just 2 Straps

Taylor Swiftjust gave a masterclass in effortless spring style while out in New York City. Stepping out for dinner, the pop icon looked refreshed and radiant in a breezy, striped midi dress. Her look perfectly captures the transition into warmer weather. By mixing affordable luxury with high-fashion accessories, Swift proves once again that she is the ultimate trendsetter for “spring-coded” fashion and timeless, feminine silhouettes.

Taylor Swift is ready for spring in $325 Staud dress hanging by just 2 straps

The popstar stepped out in NYC looking like a breath of fresh air. She wore the ‘Wells Paneled Striped Cotton Poplin Midi Dress’ by Staud. The dress costs $325 and features a beautiful light blue and white striped pattern. The design is simple yet eye-catching. It has a square neckline and a full, flaring skirt. Interestingly, the entire dress is held up by just two thin, elegantstraps.

Taylor Swift paired the dress with bold accessories that added a pop of color. She carried a bright yellow Mini Lady Dior Bag. This specific bag is a special version designed under Dior’s new creative director, Jonathan Anderson. It features intricate floral textures and a bee motif, paying homage to nature. The bag adds a luxury touch with a price tag of $9,500.

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For her footwear, the singer chose Christian Louboutin ‘Her In Roma’ sandals. These cognac-colored leather sandals cost $1,195. They feature a chunky heel and the iconic red sole. The warm brown leather of the shoes balanced the cool blue of the dress perfectly. She also wore a custom engagement ring from Kindred Lubeck, sparking plenty of conversation among fans.

Her beauty look was classic Swift. She wore her hair down with her signature bangs. She finished the look with a bold red lip, which gave a nod to her “Red” era styling. The overall ensemble felt nostalgic yet modern. It was a perfect “spring-coded” outfit that felt both sweet and sophisticated.

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What We Know About Kouri Richins' Kids' Lives Today, 4 Years After She Killed Her Husband

At the time of his death in 2022, Eric Richins and Kouri Richins had been married for nine years and had three sons

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NEED TO KNOW

  • In May 2023, Kouri was arrested and accused of murdering her husband

  • Just two months before, she had published a children's book helping kids cope with grief and loss

In March 2022, Eric Richins wasfound deadin his bedroom. Four years later — in March 2026 — his wife,Kouri Richins, wasfound guiltyof murder.

At the time of his death, Kouri and Eric had been married for nine years and had welcomed three sons.

Kouri was arrested in May 2023 in connection with her husband's death. Two months before her arrest, Kouri had published a children's book aimed at helping children cope with grief and loss.

In the years since Kouri was arrested, Eric's family took custody of her kids, who are now entering their teen years.

So where are Kouri Richins' kids now? Here's what happened to her three sons after she was found guilty of their dad's murder.

Kouri and Eric had three sons

Kouri and Eric Richins.Credit: Kouri Richins/Facebook

Kouri and Eric had three sons, all under the age of 10 at the time of his death, according to hisobituary.

Eric "was an attentive and loving father," per his obituary, and a coach or assistant coach on all of his sons' sports teams.

"He was very good to the boys, and he taught those boys so much," said Kouri's mom, Lisa Darden, on a 2024 episode of48 Hours. "They idolized their father and he idolized the boys as well."

Kouri wrote a children’s book, claiming it was in hopes of helping her kids grieve

Kouri Richins during a hearing on Aug. 26, 2024 in Park City, Utah ; Kouri Richins children's book about mourning.Credit: Rick Bowmer/AP Photo ; Amazon

Kouri was arrested in May 2023, but two months prior, she published a children's book,Are You With Me?.

According to theGoodreadssynopsis, the book "follows the story of a child who has lost their father, but who is reminded that his presence still exists all around them, just like an angel watching over them."

Kouri dedicated it to "my amazing husband and a wonderful father," perNBC News.

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In a 2023 interview onGood Morning Utah, Kouri claimed she wrote the book with her sons, but during her trial in 2026, texts shown in court revealed thatAre You With Me?had been written by a ghostwriter, according toKSL-TV.

The book is no longer available for purchase from online sellers like Amazon.

Eric’s family had custody of their children while Kouri awaited trial

Kouri Richins during a bail hearing on June 12, 2023, in Park City, Utah.Credit: Rick Bowmer/AP Photo

In the years following Kouri's arrest, her sons were handed over to Eric's family.

According to48 Hours, Kouri and Eric had been having relationship problems, and to protect their sons financially, Eric put his estate into a secret trust without telling Kouri and appointed his sister, Katie Richins-Benson, as trustee.

When Eric died, there were "at least six life insurance policies on him," that totaled nearly $3 million, per48 Hours.

"Whoever ends up with the boys, ends up with the money," Lisa said in the episode. "It's not right."

According to a report fromThe Park Recordin November 2024, a juvenile court awarded custody of Kouri's sons to Eric's family as her request to be released ahead of her trial was denied.

Where are Kouri Richins’ kids now?

Kouri and Eric Richins and kids.

At the time of the 2024 episode of48 Hoursabout Kouri's case, her sons were living with a member of Eric's family, and were only permitted to talk with their mom twice a week through video calls.

After Kouri was found guilty in March 2026, a cousin of Eric's told reporters that the boys were in a loving environment.

"They’re just loved. We have a lot of love surrounding them," he said, perKSL-TV. "They’re great boys, and they’re going to be fine."

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Angel Reese’s shot, confidence and versatility already trending up in Atlanta

CHAMBLEE, GA ― Shot by shot,Angel Reeseis finding her comfort with theAtlanta Dream.

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Reese has spent the first 10 days afterher introductory press conferenceon April 17 focusing on basketball. She's praised her teammates and the "electric" environment they've provided, making her acclimation to the team "seamless." Reese also shouted out second-year head coach Karl Smesko for his coaching and guidance, helping to improve her shot.

"We’ve been working a lot. Forty-five (degrees), straight — he’s very big on analytics — so he’s helped me a lot. I can see the improvement already from yesterday to today,"Reese said on April 20. "But it’s been great. It’s been seamless. Amazing. Picking up things on the fly … but it’s been a great adjustment.”

Reese said earlier this month that she wanted to be coached hard. Smesko appears to be delivering.

On Monday, the former Florida Gulf Coast women's basketball coach spoke to his team in a calm but firm voice that noticeably cut through the silence in the gym with booming authority. Smesko, with a whistle in hand and arms extended outward, demanded extra attention to detail and focus from every player on the court.

He pointed out mistakes ― the incorrect set, a pending shot clock violation or defensive effort he wasn't pleased with ― by making his team run things again or asking them to take the reins on pointing out where they went wrong.

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Smesko also heaped praise on his group when they did something well, and the team responded, including Reese, who kept up her intensity and communication throughout the portion of the practice open to the media. After practice, Reese smiled gleefully when asked about her first training camp under Smesko.

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Angel Reese: WNBA star, LSU national champion, 'Bayou Barbie' and Caitlin Clark rival

LSU Tigers forward Angel Reese drives around South Carolina's Laeticia Amihere in the second half at Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 12, 2023.

"My experience with Karl has been amazing. We work at it every day before practice ― about me shooting and keeping my shot on target and everything ― and I can tell the difference. Even my misses look like makes, and they're close enough," Reese said, laughing.

"He's been doing a lot of great things with me. He's sitting down individually (with me), but I appreciate him for holding me accountable every single possession, and always getting on me."

Still, Smesko, who commended Reese on her growth during her first Dream press conference, said Atlanta is the benefitting from having Reese on the team − not the other way around.

"Angel's gonna help us a lot more than us, a lot more than I'm going to help Angel. "She's such a talented player, and she's so great,"Smesko saidduring Reese's first week of practice.

"From defense to rebounding to handling the ball ― just being able to drive by people ― she just can do so many things. It's just being able to utilize her to what she does best and then just keep expanding her game where she feels more comfortable shooting it, catching it, shot-faking and taking it to the rim. Things of that nature. It'll be a process ... I do think that you'll see a lot of growth over the season just by her attitude and willingness to work to get better."

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Angel Reese’s shot, confidence and versatility already trending up in Atlanta

CHAMBLEE, GA ― Shot by shot,Angel Reeseis finding her comfort with theAtlanta Dream. Reese has spent the first 10 days afterher in...

 

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