By Sam Farmer
At town hall meeting, he says $350 million will be cut to 'the high $200 millions,' as AEG would pay for and control two parking garages in original request. Councilman says new offer appears better.
Staff and wire reports
Progress is being made, 'but there's still maybe two weeks to go' before a settlement is likely, one player says
By Sam Farmer
With players and owners apparently making slow but steady progress toward an agreement, there's renewed focus on the number of owner votes needed for approval. A three-fourths majority is required.
Associated Press
Meeting in Chicago on Tuesday is expected to go long, and a faction of unhappy owners has emerged.
By Sam Farmer
League, players continue talks before mediator, and lawyers from both sides have rejoined the process, which could indicate that specifics of a deal are being discussed.
By Douglas Farmer
Released from prison, Plaxico Burress is looking to resume his NFL career. Many pro athletes have returned to action after an injury, military service or other interruption. But contact sports such as football present the most difficulty in regaining previous form.
By Sam Farmer
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and players union's DeMaurice Smith have taken part in 'secret' sessions. But Cris Collinsworth thinks at least some games will be canceled.
By Brad Biggs
One judge hints that the panel wouldn't mind an out-of-court resolution. A ruling on whether the lockout is legal is expected to be weeks away.
By Sam Farmer
Tim Leiweke says NFL owners and L.A. officials 'don't have a lot of faith' in one another.
By Sam Farmer
The firm advancing the Farmers Field proposal seeks a memorandum of understanding before City Council's summer break, or project could die.
By Sam Farmer
A three-judge panel of the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals will consider whether to let the lockout stand. A decision is unlikely to be made for at least two weeks.
By Sam Farmer
The owners can slog through courts, but the players might cave in late August or early September when they face prospect of missing a paycheck. There is a 70% likelihood some games will be lost.
