Kane cleared of rape allegations

Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane will not face charges for rape, prosecutors said Thursday, describing an allegation against the NHL star as "rife" with doubt. A statement by Erie County District Attorney Frank Sedita said there was not enough evidence to mount a prosecution against Kane, who has strongly maintained his innocence since the allegations emerged in August. "The totality of the credible evidence -- the proof -- does not sufficiently substantiate the complainant's allegation t