WASHINGTON (AP) — Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November. McConnell, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision Wednesday in the well of the Senate, the chamber where he looked in awe …

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Saint Mary’s Gaels (23-6, 14-0 WCC) at Pepperdine Waves (12-18, 5-10 WCC) Malibu, California; Thursday, 11 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Pepperdine takes on the No. 17 Saint Mary’s …

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Southern Illinois Salukis (19-10, 11-7 MVC) at Bradley Braves (20-9, 12-6 MVC) Peoria, Illinois; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Braves -8; over/under is 135 BOTTOM LINE: …