Ex-NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick began his kneeling protest 10 years ago - where is he now?

A decade after taking a knee during the national anthem to protest racial injustice, former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s gesture remains a defining moment in sports and history. Once his football career ended, Kaepernick continued expanding his activism and social justice initiatives.

Former Red Sox manager Joe Morgan dies at 95

Joe Morgan, the former Boston Red Sox manager who guided his hometown team to two division titles, has died at 95. 

Ex-NFL player, analyst Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty in assault case

Former NFL player and sports analyst Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty rather than go forward with a trial, stemming from an October 2025 fight with a truck driver outside an Indianapolis hotel, according to court records.

College Football Week 1: Texas schools begin 2026 season with huge expectations

Labor Day weekend brings the beginning of the 2026 college football season, and several Texas universities with big expectations are set to kick off their seasons.

Houston Texans host annual Season Premiere
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The Houston Texans Foundation hosted their 5th Season Premiere event on Thursday, celebrating the team's 25 years in the city. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives a recap of the night.

SEC sues LSU over recruiting NFL players to play college football

Days before most college football teams play their first games, a conference is suing one of its founding members over its controversial decision to recruit former pro players.

Ex-NFL player Alphonso Smith Jr. dies at 40

Alphonso Smith Jr. was drafted into the NFL in 2009 and played for the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions.

Lionel Messi announces he's retiring from playing for Argentina

Lionel Messi announced in a social media post on Monday that he's ending his career as a player for the Argentine national team.

Jewell College running back dies after medical emergency on sideline

A running back from William Jewell College died Saturday after suffering a medical emergency while on the sideline of the team’s season opener. 

UEFA prepares criminal complaint against FIFA’s Infantino over failed World Cup sale plan

UEFA is preparing a criminal complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over a failed plan to sell a stake in future World Cup commercial rights to private investors.

NFL ditches the Pro Bowl game, but not the Pro Bowl name

It’s game over for the Pro Bowl. The National Football League will scrap its version of an all-star game in favor of a new way to celebrate that season’s best players at each position. 

Houston Texans reveal new 'HOUSTON/US' Rivalries uniforms inspired by street tiles, 'Be Someone' bridge

The Houston Texans have officially revealed their new "HOUSTON/US" Rivalries uniform as part of the NFL x Nike Rivalries Program. Built around deep H-Town culture, the new look incorporates details inspired by local street tiles, slab car culture, and the famous "Be Someone" railroad bridge. The team will debut the uniforms on the gridiron during Week 11 on Thursday Night Football, while official merchandise drops Sept. 1 online and at the team shop.

Deshaun Watson named Browns starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders

Former Houston Texans star Deshaun Watson has officially earned the starting quarterback nod for the Cleveland Browns, beating out former Texas high school football star Shedeur Sanders for the Week 1 opener.

49ers owner Jed York arrested in Ohio

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested Sunday in Ohio on initial charges of engaging in prostitution - a charge that was later reduced, court records show.

Texans, fans prep for Raiders preseason game
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FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. reported live from inside Reliant Stadium ahead of the Houston Texans' preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders, and Coco Dominguez spoke to fans who were tailgating before the game.