US: Destructive EF-2 Tornado Tears Through Lena, Illinois, Causing Widespread Damage

An EF-2 tornado struck Lena, Illinois, on Friday, April 17, causing significant damage to trees and homes, including several houses that lost their entire roof structure. No fatalities or serious injuries were reported, though thousands of customers were left without power in Stephenson County.

US: Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Hits Silver Springs, Nevada, Aftershocks Continue

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Silver Springs, Nevada, on Monday, April 13, with shaking felt in parts of California, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. No significant damage or injuries were reported, though more than 20 aftershocks have been reported.

US: Fast-Moving Springs Fire Breaks Out in Riverside County, Prompting Evacuations 2

The Springs Fire broke out east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County on Friday, April 3, quickly spreading to more than 4,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, including the campus of Moreno Valley College. The fire was driven by strong winds with no injuries reported.

US: Tropical Depression Brings Heavy Rain to North Carolina Causing Severe Flooding

Tropical Depression Chantal bought heavy rain to central North Carolina on Sunday, July 6, leaving devastating flooding.

Rangers manager, general manager

Rangers manager, general manager

ARLINGTON, Texas - Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington (L) and general manager Jon Daniels hold a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Oct. 3, 2013.

Rangers spring camp

Rangers spring camp

SURPRISE, United States - Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels answers reporters' questions in Surprise, Arizona on Feb. 21, 2012.

Darvish holds Rangers uniform

Darvish holds Rangers uniform

ARLINGTON, United States - New Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (C) holds his uniform during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 20, 2012. To the left is Rangers manager Ron Washington and to the right is general manager Jon Daniels.

Darvish introduced as new Texas Rangers pitcher

Darvish introduced as new Texas Rangers pitcher

ARLINGTON, United States - New Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (C), flanked by the team's manager Ron Washington (L) and general manager Jon Daniels, is introduced along with his jersey during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 20, 2012. Two days earlier, the 25-year-old Japanese right-hander and the major league team agreed on a six-year contract.

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

ARLINGTON, United States - (From front to back) Texas Rangers President Nolan Ryan, Jon Daniels, general manager of the major league team, and sports agent Arn Tellem who represents Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish, are pictured during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 18, 2012, as the team announced it has agreed to terms with the 25-year-old right-hander on a six-year contract.

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

ARLINGTON, United States - Texas Rangers President Nolan Ryan (L front), Jon Daniels (L back), general manager (GM) of the major league team, sports agents Don Nomura (R front) and Arn Tellem (R back), who represent Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish, shake hands during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 18, 2012, as the team announced it has agreed to terms with the 25-year-old right-hander on a six-year contract.

Fukumori signs 2-year, reported $3 mil. deal with Rangers

Fukumori signs 2-year, reported $3 mil. deal with Rangers

ARLINGTON, United States - Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels (L), newly signed right-handed pitcher Kazuo Fukumori of Japan (C) and manager Ron Washington pose during a news conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Dec. 14. The Rangers have signed Fukumori to a two-year contract through the 2009 season, with a club option for 2010.

The Closer (2005)

The Closer (2005)

Michael Paul Chan, Raymond Cruz, J.K. Simmons, Anthony John Denison, Gina Ravera, G.W. Bailey, Kyra Sedgwick, Robert Gossett, Jon Tenney & Corey Reynolds Characters: Lieutenant Mike Tao,Detective Julio Sanchez,Assistant Chief Will Pope,Lieutenant Andy Flynn,Detective Irene Daniels,Detective Lt. Provenza,Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson,Commander Taylor,Agent Fritz Howard & Sgt. David Gabriel Television: The Closer (2005) Director: Michael M. Robin 13 June 2005 Date: 13 June 2005

The Closer (2005)

The Closer (2005)

Raymond Cruz, Corey Reynolds, Michael Paul Chan, Gina Ravera, Robert Gossett, Jon Tenney, J.K. Simmons, Anthony John Denison, G.W. Bailey & Kyra Sedgwick Characters: Detective Julio Sanchez,Sgt. David Gabriel,Lieutenant Mike Tao,Detective Irene Daniels,Commander Taylor,Agent Fritz Howard,Assistant Chief Will Pope,Lieutenant Andy Flynn,Detective Lt. Provenza & Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson Television: The Closer (2005) Director: Michael M. Robin 13 June 2005 Date: 13 June 2005

Rangers' GM Daniels, manager Banister speak at news conference

Rangers' GM Daniels, manager Banister speak at news conference

Texas Rangers General Manager Jon Daniels (R) speaks at a news conference in Arlington, Texas, on Oct. 16, 2015, with baseball manager Jeff Banister listening to him. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Darvish to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss season

Darvish to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss season

Texas Rangers general manger Jon Daniels holds a press conference in Surprise, the United States, on March 13, 2015, on the prospects of a recovery of Rangers ace Yu Darvish, who will undergo Tommy John ligament reconstruction surgery on his injured right elbow on March 17. He will miss all of the 2015 campaign as recovery takes at least a year. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Surgery likely, Darvish to seek third opinion

Surgery likely, Darvish to seek third opinion

Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels speaks at a press conference at the club's spring training site in Surprise, the United States, on March 11, 2015. He admitted the likelihood of Yu Darvish undergoing Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Darvish may need season-ending elbow surgery

Darvish may need season-ending elbow surgery

Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels speaks to reporters about right-hander Yu Darvish's right elbow injury in Surprise, Arizona, on March 7, 2015. The club said Darvish has a tear in the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow and may need season-ending Tommy John surgery. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Fukumori signs 2-year, reported $3 mil. deal with Rangers

Fukumori signs 2-year, reported $3 mil. deal with Rangers

ARLINGTON, United States - Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels (L), newly signed right-handed pitcher Kazuo Fukumori of Japan (C) and manager Ron Washington pose during a news conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Dec. 14. The Rangers have signed Fukumori to a two-year contract through the 2009 season, with a club option for 2010. (Kyodo)

Rangers spring camp

Rangers spring camp

SURPRISE, United States - Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels answers reporters' questions in Surprise, Arizona on Feb. 21, 2012. (Kyodo)

Darvish holds Rangers uniform

Darvish holds Rangers uniform

ARLINGTON, United States - New Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (C) holds his uniform during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 20, 2012. To the left is Rangers manager Ron Washington and to the right is general manager Jon Daniels. (Kyodo)

Darvish introduced as new Texas Rangers pitcher

Darvish introduced as new Texas Rangers pitcher

ARLINGTON, United States - New Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (C), flanked by the team's manager Ron Washington (L) and general manager Jon Daniels, is introduced along with his jersey during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 20, 2012. Two days earlier, the 25-year-old Japanese right-hander and the major league team agreed on a six-year contract. (Kyodo)

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

ARLINGTON, United States - (From front to back) Texas Rangers President Nolan Ryan, Jon Daniels, general manager of the major league team, and sports agent Arn Tellem who represents Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish, are pictured during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 18, 2012, as the team announced it has agreed to terms with the 25-year-old right-hander on a six-year contract. (Kyodo)

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

Darvish, Rangers reach 6-year deal

ARLINGTON, United States - Texas Rangers President Nolan Ryan (L front), Jon Daniels (L back), general manager (GM) of the major league team, sports agents Don Nomura (R front) and Arn Tellem (R back), who represent Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish, shake hands during a press conference at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Jan. 18, 2012, as the team announced it has agreed to terms with the 25-year-old right-hander on a six-year contract. (Kyodo)

Baseball: Texas Rangers General Manager Daniels

Baseball: Texas Rangers General Manager Daniels

Texas Rangers General Manager Jon Daniels speaks at a press conference in Arlington, Texas, in this file photo taken on July 31, 2017. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Baseball: Rangers to try to prevent Darvish from playing in WBC

Baseball: Rangers to try to prevent Darvish from playing in WBC

Undated photo shows Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish. The Rangers will try to prevent Darvish from playing for Japan at the World Baseball Classic in March 2017 as he made a comeback from injury only in May, the club's general manger Jon Daniels indicated on Dec. 14, 2016. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo