The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Tuesday afternoon that reliever Nick Mears is close to returning from the injured list. With a short-handed bullpen, Mears' return is a welcomed development for the Brew Crew.

Liam Byrne, MP for Birmingham Hodge Hill & North Solihull, wants emergency support for workers.

The National Weather Service issued air quality alerts in eight states, including Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, Indiana and Texas.

The new memorandum specifies how soldiers can style and groom themselves.

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.