ECU coach had the best Mother's Day surprise for walk-on's mom
East Carolina head football coach Scottie Montgomery had decided that walk-on defensive end Kiante Anderson was deserving of a scholarship, so he made the wonderful call to tie the surprise into Mother’s Day … by going to the local elementary school where Anderson’s mother, Tia Chapman, works and handing her the envelope.
East Carolina head football coach Scottie Montgomery had decided that walk-on defensive end Kiante Anderson was deserving of a scholarship, so he made the wonderful call to tie the surprise into Mother’s Day … by going to the local elementary school where Anderson’s mother, Tia Chapman, works and handing her the envelope.
Judge agrees to toss Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction
FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) - Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez's conviction in a 2013 murder can be erased because he died before his appeal was heard, a judge ruled Tuesday. Judge E. Susan Garsh said a legal doctrine that calls for vacating convictions when a defendant dies before an appeal can be heard was binding precedent. She said she was compelled to follow it.
FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) - Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez's conviction in a 2013 murder can be erased because he died before his appeal was heard, a judge ruled Tuesday. Judge E. Susan Garsh said a legal doctrine that calls for vacating convictions when a defendant dies before an appeal can be heard was binding precedent. She said she was compelled to follow it.
Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy adopts last dog from northern Michigan shelter
A dog who was found dumped in the cold, limping, and near blind a few months ago was the last animal remaining at an animal shelter in Northern Michigan following a 'clean out the shelter' event. The dog was adopted this week and his new home is with Stan Van Gundy.
A dog who was found dumped in the cold, limping, and near blind a few months ago was the last animal remaining at an animal shelter in Northern Michigan following a 'clean out the shelter' event. The dog was adopted this week and his new home is with Stan Van Gundy.
Texas lawmakers to honor ex-Cowboys QB Tony Romo
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo will be honored by Texas lawmakers on Wednesday.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo will be honored by Texas lawmakers on Wednesday.
WATCH: Man bowls perfect 300 in 87 seconds
For most of us, bowling a perfect game is a longshot at best. But one upstate New York man has turned it into an art.
For most of us, bowling a perfect game is a longshot at best. But one upstate New York man has turned it into an art.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. to retire after this season
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will put his car in park at the end of this cup season. Hendrick Motorsports announced this morning that the NASCAR fan favorite plans to retire.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will put his car in park at the end of this cup season. Hendrick Motorsports announced this morning that the NASCAR fan favorite plans to retire.
Wheaton College student killed in freak accident during track and field meet
A college student was killed on Saturday during a track and field meet in suburban Chicago.
A college student was killed on Saturday during a track and field meet in suburban Chicago.
Reports: Adrian Peterson now a Saint
Adrian Peterson is heading down to New Orleans. The 32-year-old running back signing a two year $7 million deal to play for the Saints for the upcoming season.
Adrian Peterson is heading down to New Orleans. The 32-year-old running back signing a two year $7 million deal to play for the Saints for the upcoming season.
Arcadia HS administration error causes three tennis stars to miss state tournament
Three tennis stars from Aracadia High School are left out of this year's state tournament after the staff missed the deadline to register for the tournament with AIA.
Three tennis stars from Aracadia High School are left out of this year's state tournament after the staff missed the deadline to register for the tournament with AIA.
Everybody needs a Ted: Two strangers become besties at a Capitals game
An unexpected friendship blossomed at a Capitals game for a retired Navy pilot with an extra ticket and a young man in search of one.
An unexpected friendship blossomed at a Capitals game for a retired Navy pilot with an extra ticket and a young man in search of one.
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Elie Bouka teaches sportsmanship at local academy
Arizona Cardinals cornerback, Elie Bouka, teaches sportsmanship at American Leadership Academy. Fox 10's Stefania Okolie reports.
Arizona Cardinals cornerback, Elie Bouka, teaches sportsmanship at American Leadership Academy. Fox 10's Stefania Okolie reports.
HBO announces Buccaneers will be featured on 'Hard Knocks'
Whether they like it or not, the Bucs will be featured on this summer's edition of "Hard Knocks." A first for the team, but not for everyone involved.
Whether they like it or not, the Bucs will be featured on this summer's edition of "Hard Knocks." A first for the team, but not for everyone involved.
VIDEO: New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski interrupts White House press briefing
The White House briefing room has become more and more crowded since Donald Trump took office, but even Sean Spicer was surprised by one face who made an appearance at Wednesday's daily press briefing. New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski opened the door mid-briefing, surprising Spicer-- you know, just to make sure everything was okay.
The White House briefing room has become more and more crowded since Donald Trump took office, but even Sean Spicer was surprised by one face who made an appearance at Wednesday's daily press briefing. New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski opened the door mid-briefing, surprising Spicer-- you know, just to make sure everything was okay.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium falls behind schedule
The new Mercedes-Benz Stadium will open in late August.
The new Mercedes-Benz Stadium will open in late August.
Adidas congratulates runners for 'surviving' Boston Marathon
Shoe and apparel company Adidas is apologizing for sending runners a marketing email with a jaw-dropping subject line. The line read: "Congrats, you survived the Boston Marathon!"
Shoe and apparel company Adidas is apologizing for sending runners a marketing email with a jaw-dropping subject line. The line read: "Congrats, you survived the Boston Marathon!"
Heisman winner Tebow in Rome chasing baseball dream
"I'm someone that puts everything on a whiteboard, thinks about it, prays about it and gets a lot of counsel," said Tebow. "Every time I'd think about baseball I'd get really excited. You can't manufacture that."
"I'm someone that puts everything on a whiteboard, thinks about it, prays about it and gets a lot of counsel," said Tebow. "Every time I'd think about baseball I'd get really excited. You can't manufacture that."
Police: Former Atlanta Braves outfielder Otis Nixon safely located
Former Atlanta Braves player Otis Nixon is missing, according to the Woodstock Police. 58-year-old Nixon was last seen leaving his residence Saturday morning.
Former Atlanta Braves player Otis Nixon is missing, according to the Woodstock Police. 58-year-old Nixon was last seen leaving his residence Saturday morning.
PHOTOS: Tuesday Practice at the 2017 Masters
Golfers were out on the course early and often as they try to fit in practice rounds at Augusta National Golf Course before more bad weather hits the area on Wednesday.
Golfers were out on the course early and often as they try to fit in practice rounds at Augusta National Golf Course before more bad weather hits the area on Wednesday.
North Carolina grabs 6th NCAA championship with gritty 71-65 win over Gonzaga
North Carolina grabs 6th NCAA championship with gritty 71-65 win over Gonzaga; third title under coach Roy Williams.
North Carolina grabs 6th NCAA championship with gritty 71-65 win over Gonzaga; third title under coach Roy Williams.
WATCH: DeShaun Watson allegedly told to leave Alabama bar
Former Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson was asked to leave an Alabama bar after patrons weren’t pleased with his presence.
Former Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson was asked to leave an Alabama bar after patrons weren’t pleased with his presence.