RICHMOND, Va. — When Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick appears in federal court next week on dogfighting charges, he’ll go before a judge not impressed by Vick’s celebrity and in a court known nationwide for its speedy handling of cases.

CHICAGO — Barry Bonds knows it’s real now.

MILWAUKEE — Barry Bonds is headed for Miller Park with a chance to break Hank Aaron’s career home run record, and Brewers manager Ned Yost is pledging not to treat him any differently.

SAN FRANCISCO — City Hall will be lit up with orange lights and keeping track of Barry Bonds’ home runs starting Friday as the Giants slugger gets closer to breaking Hank Aaron’s career record.

CARNOUSTIE, Scotland  — Sergio Garcia knew right away there would be no crying at Carnoustie this time.