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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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?
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
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
Justify takes win at Preakness, has eyes on Triple Crown run at Belmont
Justify endured the most difficult race of his career and came away a step closer to becoming trainer Bob Baffert's second Triple Crown champion in four years.
Justify endured the most difficult race of his career and came away a step closer to becoming trainer Bob Baffert's second Triple Crown champion in four years.
Hazard wins FA Cup for Chelsea with victory over Manchester United
Eden Hazard ensured Chelsea's lackluster season ended on a high note by securing the FA Cup in a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the final on Saturday.
Eden Hazard ensured Chelsea's lackluster season ended on a high note by securing the FA Cup in a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the final on Saturday.
J.J. Watt offers to pay for funerals of all Santa Fe High School shooting victims
Santa Fe High School administrators have been notified that Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt will personally pay for the funerals of all the victims of the shooting. Dimitrios Pagourtzis, 17, a student at the school, was arrested and charged with capital murder and aggravated assault of a peace officer in the shooting in which ten people were killed and ten others were injured.
Santa Fe High School administrators have been notified that Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt will personally pay for the funerals of all the victims of the shooting. Dimitrios Pagourtzis, 17, a student at the school, was arrested and charged with capital murder and aggravated assault of a peace officer in the shooting in which ten people were killed and ten others were injured.
$500M settlement in Nassar case won't be shared equally
The $500 million settlement between Michigan State University and hundreds of Larry Nassar's victims will be divided up after weighing many factors, including the date and victim's age when the sexual assaults occurred and the impact it had on their lives, lawyers say.?
The $500 million settlement between Michigan State University and hundreds of Larry Nassar's victims will be divided up after weighing many factors, including the date and victim's age when the sexual assaults occurred and the impact it had on their lives, lawyers say.?
25-year-old enrolled, played basketball at Dallas ISD's Hillcrest High School
A 25-year-old man posed as a teenager enrolled in a Dallas ISD high school and played basketball this school year.
A 25-year-old man posed as a teenager enrolled in a Dallas ISD high school and played basketball this school year.