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Aldon Smith's brain donated to CTE Center as family's attorneys investigate his death at age 36
- Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice released after 30-day jail stint for car crash probation violation
- Uruguay's Maxi Araújo scores equalizer in 1-1 World Cup draw with Saudi Arabia
- 49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
- Broncos' Jonathon Cooper arrested for second time in a week, issued stricter no-contact order
NBA »
Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach
- New York Liberty are back in the Commissioner's Cup final, with a familiar Finals pattern
- The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history
- Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
- Mike Brown now has been part of 5 NBA championship runs. The Knicks got this one right
MLB »
Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
- MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The Show
- MLB issues warning after Giants' Roupp, 2 other pitchers add Bible verses to their Pride Night caps
- Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes 1st MLB player to hit for cycle this season
- Dustin May perfect into 7th inning and completes 1-hitter as Cardinals blank Padres 3-0
NHL »
John Tortorella not returning as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights
- Flyers acquire goalie Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Maple Leafs
- Taylor Hall-Logan Stankoven-Jackson Blake line is a big reason Carolina won the Stanley Cup
- Tortorella makes a case to stay after leading Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final
- Hurricanes use stifling defense to blank Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 and win the Stanley Cup
College »
Big 12-Texas Tech crisis resolved as Brendan Sorsby opts for NFL, but the damage will linger in Lubbock
- Sorsby won't play for Texas Tech after unprecedented legal fight over his eligibility for gambling
- Big 12 v. Texas Tech: Conference takes Red Raiders to court, 3 states stand with Yormark
- Utah AG, Gov. Cox back Big 12 in Texas Tech-Brendan Sorsby dispute
- Colorado's Deion Sanders weighs in on wagering as gambling scandal ripples through college football
Golf »
Scheffler is chasing a career Grand Slam at the US Open. It's not what motivates him
- McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier events
- Shinnecock Hills study starts before US Open practice rounds to avoid long waits
- Bud Cauley wins the Canadian Open to cap long comeback from 2018 car accident
- Gina Kim and Yana Wilson team to win the Dow Championship for their first LPGA Tour titles
Soccer »
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
- Kylian Mbappé sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
- Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup game
- France striker Kylian Mbappé scores 13th and 14th World Cup goals, moving into tie for 3rd all time
- 'We're American. We don't take s---.' US says Pochettino instilled strong mentality for World Cup
Tennis »
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon with a combined age of 90
- Serena Williams' doubles partner Victoria Mboko to miss Wimbledon with knee injury
- Serena Williams' comeback at the Queen's Club is over after injury to doubles partner
- Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury
- Serena returns: Williams makes a winning comeback in doubles at Queen's Club with Mboko
Racing »
The factors which could take 'rebuilt' Lewis Hamilton to the F1 title after long-awaited win
- Denny Hamlin wins the NASCAR Cup race at Pocono for his third straight victory
- Hamilton celebrates 1st victory with Ferrari after winning Barcelona GP as Antonelli breaks down
- Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona
- Carson Hocevar accused of 'creating a lot of enemies' in NASCAR after 9-car crash at Michigan
Most Recent
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
Jim Vertuno And Seung Min Kim, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. is pushing back on complaints from Iran's national team that it was forced to leave the country immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along.
Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las Vegas
Jessica Hill, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Boxer Floyd Mayweather faces two felony charges in Las Vegas over allegations that he wrote a bad check to purchase a watch from a luxury resale store.
Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
Steve Megargee, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 4:26 p.m. | Save Story
Cooper Pratt has reached the major leagues 2 ½ months after the Milwaukee Brewers signed the shortstop prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract.
Scheffler is chasing a career Grand Slam at the US Open. It's not what motivates him
Doug Ferguson, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 4:13 p.m. | Save Story
The comparisons with Tiger Woods began a few years ago when Scottie Scheffler started to separate himself by miles over the rest of golf with alarming control of his shots from tee-to-green that resulted in big wins and a No. 1 ranking for more than three straight years.
Kylian Mbappé sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
Ronald Blum, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 3:53 p.m. | Save Story
Kylian Mbappé scored twice to move past Pelé and Lionel Messi with 14 World Cup goals, Bradley Barcola added another and France rebounded from a surprisingly poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1 Tuesday in its opener.
Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup game
The Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 3:33 p.m. | Save Story
A Canadian federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghana's bid to get Thomas Partey into the country for the team's first World Cup match while the midfielder awaits trial on rape charges.
France striker Kylian Mbappé scores 13th and 14th World Cup goals, moving into tie for 3rd all time
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 3:22 p.m. | Save Story
Kylian Mbappé scored the 13th and 14th World Cup goals of his career Tuesday, moving the France forward past Pelé, Lionel Messi and countryman Just Fontaine and into a tie for third most in tournament history.
Skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash found thrills and peace through jumping
Jack Brook, Dave Collins And Travis Loller, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 3:18 p.m. | Save Story
A skydiving instructor who had made over 6,800 jumps. A drummer who was meticulous about safety since falling in love with the sport that helped him sober up. A software engineer on the cusp of becoming a certified skydiving coach. A grandfather honoring his sister lost to cancer.
'We're American. We don't take s---.' US says Pochettino instilled strong mentality for World Cup
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 2:35 p.m. | Save Story
including what's likely to be a physical meeting with Australia on Friday.
John Tortorella not returning as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 1:54 p.m. | Save Story
John Tortorella will not return as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights after guiding them to the Stanley Cup Final on an interim basis.
Noah Lyles runs a world-best 14.67 seconds to win the 150 meters at Golden Spike meet
The Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 1:27 p.m. | Save Story
Olympic champion Noah Lyles set the world best time in the rarely contested 150 meters at the Golden Spike meet on Tuesday.
US forward Christian Pulisic practices on his own in calf injury rehab, team says he is 'day to day'
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 1:15 p.m. | Save Story
Christian Pulisic worked out on his own again Tuesday during the U.S. team's World Cup practice session while he rehabilitates his calf injury.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon with a combined age of 90
Andrew Dampf, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 1:12 p.m. | Save Story
Even at a combined age of 90, opponents should still be wary of facing the Williams sisters at Wimbledon.
Leaked remarks about South Korea star Son Heung-min spark backlash at World Cup camp
Tales Azzoni And John Duerden, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 1:06 p.m. | Save Story
South Korea's preparations for Thursday's World Cup match against Mexico have been overshadowed by a rift between the players and the country's media following disparaging comments about captain Son Heung-min.
MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The Show
Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press | Updated June 16 - 1:06 p.m. | Save Story
When St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol saw his team had an unusual Saturday off during the season, and in the middle of a series, he had one question: "Can I make it to the soccer game?"
Flyers acquire goalie Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Maple Leafs
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 11:59 a.m. | Save Story
Coming off making the playoffs and reaching the second round, the Philadelphia Flyers made a move early in the offseason that they think improves them in net and on the blue line.
McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier events
Eddie Pells, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 10:54 a.m. | Save Story
a little differently.
A taste of home, yerba mate is a shared bond for many World Cup fans
Kristin M. Hall, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 10:15 a.m. | Save Story
Alongside their flags, jerseys and songs, fans at World Cup matches are bringing along their cups and straws to share a sip of yerba mate as they root on their national teams.
Aldon Smith's brain donated to CTE Center as family's attorneys investigate his death at age 36
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Posted June 16 - 10:14 a.m. | Save Story
The family of former NFL star Aldon Smith is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center to research the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries following his sudden death at age 36.
