How the video replay system will work at the 2018 FIFA World Cup
For the first time in its history, the World Cup is going to have a video review process.
'No one wants the invite anyway': Lebron James, Steph Curry agree on no White House trip
LeBron James and Steph Curry may be fierce opponents on the basketball court. But the pair do agree on this: No matter who wins the NBA finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Golden State Warriors, no one wants to go to the White House to meet President Donald Trump.
49ers legend Dwight Clark dies after battle with ALS
Former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Dwight Clark passed away Monday after his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. He was 61 years old.
Capitals on verge of Stanley Cup after blowing out Golden Knights in Game 4
The Washington Capitals are one win away from the first championship in their 43-year history after routing the Vegas Golden Knights 6-2 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Final.
Caps' T.J. Oshie, Matt Niskanen ride Metro again for Game 4; Oshie short 35 cents on exit fare
After taking the Metro to get to Capital One Arena for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, Washington Capitals’ players T.J. Oshie and Matt Niskanan took the same route for Game 4.
Washington Capitals win 3-1 over Vegas Golden Knights in Stanley Cup Game 3, lead series 2-1
Alex Ovechkin went airborne, Evgeny Kuznetsov flapped his arms like a bird of prey and the Washington Capitals are flying high, just two wins away from winning the Stanley Cup.
McKinney 14-year-old wins National Spelling Bee
OXON HILL, Md. (AP) -- The end of the biggest Scripps National Spelling Bee in history came abruptly, and it wasn't the conclusion that many expected. Naysa Modi, a poised and charismatic four-time participant whose long spelling career seemed to be building toward triumph, sat next to a newcomer whom she had already beaten this year -- at the county level.
Woman's 'angel' at airport turns out to be Cardinals' Jermaine Gresham
A woman's nightmare at the airport resulted in a happy ending when she was helped out by an "angel" who turned out to be Arizona Cardinals tight end Jermaine Gresham.
Ice melting to slush in Las Vegas heat during Stanley Cup Final
After just one game, it's already clear this Stanley Cup Final is on thin ice. Thin, patchy, slushy, rut-riddled ice.
Powerful photo shows Braves fan shielding JROTC member from rain
A small gesture was captured by a photographer at the Braves game on Memorial Day, and its powerful message is going viral on Twitter.
Washington Capitals, Las Vegas Golden Knights face-off in improbable Stanley Cup Final
The Washington Capitals have waited nearly 44 years to raise the Stanley Cup for the first time.
Real Madrid wins 3rd straight European title with 2 goals from Bale
KIEV, Ukraine (AP) - Gareth Bale's eye-catching scissor-kick helped Real Madrid to a third successive Champions League title on Saturday with a 3-1 victory over a Liverpool side thwarted by a pair of goalkeeping blunders and Mohamed Salah being forced off injured. Making an explosive impact as a second-half substitute, Bale showcased athleticism and technique of the highest quality by...
DC, Vegas leaders make bets on outcome of Caps vs. Golden Knights Stanley Cup finals
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has made a wager against Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman over the outcome of the upcoming Stanley Cup Finals, as The Washington Capitals face off against the Vegas Golden Knights Monday.
Video shows Cowboys WR Terrance Williams allegedly drunk
Newly released police video gives a much different tale of the arrest of Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams.
Hall of Fame plaque of soccer champion Brandi Chastain is a 'freaking embarrassment'
Brandi Chastain’s striking image celebrating her 1999 World Cup penalty kick win by dropping to her knees and ripping off her jersey is an unforgettable and iconic image that reverberated around the world, symbolizing the sheer joy of victory and the power of women in sports.
NFL owners approve new policy regarding players on-field protests
NFL owners have approved a new policy aimed at addressing the firestorm over players protests.
Stand or stay out of sight: NFL takes on anthem protesters
NFL owners approved a new policy Wednesday aimed at quelling the firestorm over national anthem protests sparked by Colin Kaepernick and polarized by President Trump, permitting players to stay in the locker room during the "The Star-Spangled Banner" but requiring them to stand if they come to the field.
New York Jets to pay fines if players violate new NFL anthem policy
The New York Jets say they will pay any fines and not penalize players if they violate a new NFL policy to stand or stay in the locker room during "The Star-Spangled Banner."
NFL discussing possible steps to deal with anthem protests
The NFL approved a new owner for the Carolina Panthers, passed a rule to eject players who hit with their helmets, and took steps to spice up the kickoff. Still to be resolved: a much more contentious issue. What to do, if anything, about players who kneel during the national anthem?
Accountant-turned-goalie helps Blackhawks beat Jets
Emergency goaltender Scott Foster played the final 14 minutes after Chicago lost Anton Forsberg and Collin Delia to injuries, closing out the Blackhawks' 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night