Woman, 97, celebrates 60 years of service at Daytona International Speedway
It was a big party for a special lady on Tuesday.
Yawkey Way by Fenway Park to be renamed over racist past
BOSTON (AP) — Boston officials Thursday approved changing the name of Yawkey Way, the street outside Fenway Park, because of allegations former Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey was a racist who resisted signing black ballplayers in the 1940s and '50s.
Michael Vick to be offensive coordinator on new Alliance of American football Atlanta team
Atlanta is getting a new professional football team, and Michael Vick will be back on the sidelines, only this time as an assistant coach.
Harden's 41 points lead Rockets over Jazz in Game 1
James Harden scored 41 points and the Houston Rockets raced out to a huge lead and sailed to a 110-96 win over the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Sunday.
Cole strikes out 12, Astros capitalize on errors to beat A's
Gerrit Cole worked into the seventh inning and struck out 12, George Springer and Jose Altuve each drove in two runs and the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 8-4 on Sunday.
McCullers, Altuve lead Astros over Athletics 11-0
Lance McCullers got a lot of longball help, not that he needed much. McCullers threw seven sharp innings, Jose Altuve had four hits and the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 11-0 Saturday night. Altuve hit a towering home run that left the ballpark and doubled. It was Altuve's 26th career four-hit game, tying Jeff Bagwell for second most in franchise history, eight behind Craig...
Utah Jazz brings top defense to face powerful Houston Rockets
Utah's tough defense excelled against almost everyone in the league this season. The Jazz could not, however, find a way to slow down Houston's high-powered offense. Utah tied for first in the league in the regular season by allowing just 99.8 points per game, but the Rockets averaged 116.3 points against the Jazz in a 4-0 sweep of the season series.
Football fans enjoy NFL Draft festivities at AT&T Stadium
Football fans showed their pride and enjoyed the beautiful North Texas weather on Thursday at AT&T Stadium for the 2018 NFL Draft.
Middle school renamed in honor of Pat Tillman
A school in Phoenix, will be renamed in honor of former NFL Safety and Army Ranger Pat Tillman. When the school, formerly known as Balsz Elementary School, officially transitions from being an elementary school to a middle school, it will be the Pat Tillman Middle School.
Cowboys draft UT tackle Connor Williams in 2nd round
The Dallas Cowboys didn't do anything about the possible departure of Jason Witten on the second day of the NFL draft. They did add a possible replacement for Dez Bryant.
Report: Cowboys TE Jason Witten retiring after 15 seasons
Dallas Cowboys TE Jason Witten plans to retire after 15 years playing in the NFL, according to an ESPN report.
Texans select three players in NFL Draft third round
The Latest on the NFL draft (all times local):
Cowboys select linebacker Leighton Vander Esch in first round
(AP) - The Dallas Cowboys decided linebacker was a bigger priority than receiver even after releasing franchise touchdown catch leader Dez Bryant.
Bears draft Georgia LB Roquan Smith with No. 8 pick in draft
The Chicago Bears drafted Georgia linebacker Roquan Smith with the No. 8 overall pick Thursday night, adding a potential cornerstone player on defense rather than another offensive weapon for quarterback Mitchell Trubisky.
Browns select QB Baker Mayfield No. 1 in NFL draft
The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman.
NFL draft arrives, and pressure is on teams to get top value
Dave Gettleman has learned many lessons as an NFL executive. The new general manager of the New York Giants has one mantra in the draft room.
Mike Budenholzer out as coach of Atlanta Hawks
Mike Budenholzer wanted to coach elsewhere. The Atlanta Hawks finally agreed it's a good idea.
Rockets roll into west semi finals
The Rockets finished off the Timberwolves with a 122-104 game 5 win.
Rockets finish off Wolves in 5 Games
Rockets finish off Wolves in 5 Games
Rockets defeat Timberwolves 122-104, advance to conference semifinals
Clint Capela had 26 points and 15 rebounds, James Harden added 24 points and the Houston Rockets pulled away in the third quarter to get another lopsided win and eliminate the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 122-104 victory in Game 5 of the first-round series Wednesday night.