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Voters Reject Stadium Tax for Royals and Chiefs, Leaving Future in KC in Question

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The future of the Royals and Chiefs in Kansas City was thrown into question Tuesday night when residents of Jackson County, Missouri, resoundingly voted down a sales tax measure that would have helped to fund a new downtown ballpark along with major renovations to Arrowhead Stadium.

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NFL Team Owners Approve Proposal to Ban Hip-Drop Tackle

On Monday, the NFL announced that league owners had voted to ban the hip-drop tackle, which will take effect immediately. Should any defenders use a hip-drop tackle, in-game punishment will be a 15-yard penalty. However, offenders could also face fines if the league deems a fine worthy.

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