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Vancouver is bracing for another large crowd in the downtown core as excitement builds for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoff matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and the Nashville Predators. Police are increasing their presence outside Rogers Arena and throughout the downtown in anticipation of the influx of fans. Despite the absence of star netminder Thatcher Demko due to injury, Canucks fever is spreading throughout the city, with Mayor Ken Sim decorating the council chambers in team colors. While there are no official public viewing parties planned in Vancouver, the City of Delta will be hosting an outdoor watch party at Social Heart Plaza. Fans can also get pumped up with the official pump-up hockey anthem, ‘Game Night,’ created by DJ Heer and ASM.

Cal Poly Humboldt has closed its campus through Wednesday due to safety concerns after pro-Palestinian protesters barricaded themselves inside Siemens Hall, one of the main buildings on campus. On Monday, several dozen demonstrators took over the building, while another group protested outside. Law enforcement in riot gear responded and a standoff ensued, resulting in at least one demonstrator being injured. Three people were reportedly dragged out of the building, but protesters remained inside after law enforcement cleared the scene. Classes will be held remotely when possible amidst other protests over the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza on university campuses across the country.

A man in his 30s was hospitalized in critical condition Tuesday evening after being shot multiple times in Hartford, Connecticut. The shooting occurred on the 700 block of Park Street around 5:05 p.m., according to the Hartford Police Department. Officers arrived at the scene to find the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to an area hospital, where he remained in critical condition as of Tuesday night. The Hartford Police Department’s Major Crimes and Crimes Scene Divisions are investigating the incident. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the Hartford Police Department tip line at 860-722-TIPS (8477).

The enthusiastic attendees of the Sydney Hi-Fi & AV Show 2022 have spoken! Casting their votes, they’ve revealed their top picks for the best-sounding rooms at the event. Here’s a rundown of the winners and highlights:

After two injury-plagued seasons, Cooper Kupp is expecting to return to the form that earned him Pro Bowl, First-Team All-Pro, and Offensive Player of the Year honors during the 2021 season. Despite his recent struggles, Kupp believes he can still produce at a high level and is putting in the work to do so. The Rams are hopeful that Kupp can regain his previous form, as his presence would significantly boost the team’s offense.

The Houston City Council’s Proposition A Committee convened its inaugural meeting, delving into a thorough review of proposed rules and scrutinizing concerns raised by council members who perceive the committee’s formation as an attempt to diminish their recently acquired power. Amidst discussions, council members voiced concerns regarding potential quorum issues that could result in items languishing in the committee. The committee ultimately resolved to continue deliberations at their subsequent meeting on May 21st, with amendments proposed to safeguard the automatic return of items to the council if a quorum is not achieved within a designated time frame.

Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick will face off in Pennsylvania’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest this fall. The race is expected to cost hundreds of millions of dollars and could help decide control of the Senate next year. Casey, seeking his fourth term, is a well-known politician and a stalwart of the Democratic Party, while McCormick is a two-time Senate challenger and former hedge fund CEO. McCormick has consolidated the party around his candidacy and is backed by a super PAC that has already reported raising more than $20 million. The Senate candidates will share a ticket with candidates for president in a state that is critical to whether Democrats can maintain control of the White House and the Senate.

Kamilla Cardoso, the recently drafted Chicago Sky center, is determined to make an immediate impact on the team. Fresh off winning the national championship with South Carolina, Cardoso has been diligently training and preparing for the WNBA season, which begins next month. Despite her success in college, Cardoso acknowledges the challenges of the WNBA and is eager to improve her shot profile and adapt to the unique demands of the professional league. She also recognizes the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of renowned frontcourt legends who have played for the Sky and is excited to contribute to the league’s growth and momentum.

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night, extending their win streak to five games and improving their league-best record to 17-6. Tyler Freeman and Bryan Rocchio drove in runs in the seventh inning to give the Guardians the lead, and José Ramírez added an insurance homer in the eighth. Ben Lively pitched 6 1/3 strong innings for the Guardians, allowing only one run and striking out seven. Scott Barlow, Hunter Gaddis, and Emmanuel Clase combined to retire the final nine Red Sox batters.

A deeper channel has been opened in Baltimore, allowing five of seven cargo ships stuck in the harbor to leave. The new channel is 35 feet deep, a significant improvement over previous temporary channels. Crews have cleared over 2,900 tons of debris to make the channel accessible. Officials hope to reopen the main channel in May after removing the grounded ship, the Dali, which caused the bridge collapse. The mayor and city council have called for the ship’s owners to be held liable for the economic impact of the closure.