Cartersville rallies around injured teammate

A repeat title on their reminds, the Cartersville Purple Hurricanes got off to a great start with a win over last year's 5-A champion, but winning is not all that makes a special team special. Junior Garrett Geros soaked it all in as his state championship teammates won the season opener. He's rarely lacking a smile, especially for a guy that you know is burning to be out there for his...

Colin Kaepernick explains why he won't stand during national anthem

Colin Kaepernick drew plenty of criticism for his performance in Friday night’s preseason loss to the Packers, but he might get even more for his decision-making prior to the game.

Niners QB Kaepernick refuses to stand for anthem in protest

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is refusing to stand for the national anthem before games because he believes the United States oppresses African Americans and other minorities.

Texans dismantle Cardinals, win 34-24

HOUSTON (AP) — Brock Osweiler threw for 146 yards and a touchdown and Houston intercepted two of Carson Palmer's passes in the Texans' 34-24 exhibition victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

Puppy Bowl  draws crowds at Super Bowl City

A group of adorable puppies might be the most popular attraction around Super Bowl City.

Does "heads up tackle" reduce Little League concussions?

After several years using "Heads Up Tackle," local coaches say they see fewer injuries on the gridiron. But medical professionals warn there are still safety risks in football - giving tips for parents on keeping kids safe.

Fertitta donates largest individual gift to University of Houston

Tilman J. Fertitta, chairman of the University of Houston System Board of Regents and president of  Landry's, Inc., presented a $20 million gift to the University of Houston to rebuild the UH basketball arena and rename it Fertitta Center.

Rio police charge Ryan Lochte with false report of robbery

Brazilian police charged American swimmer Ryan Lochte on Thursday with filing a false robbery report over an incident during the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Katie Ledecky throws out first pitch as Nationals host Orioles

Swimmer Katie Ledecky threw out the ceremonial first pitch Wednesday night before the Washington Nationals hosted the Baltimore Orioles.

James Harden organizes Rockets players-only minicamp

For the second consecutive year Houston Rockets guard James Harden has organized a week long, players-only minicamp scheduled for next week.

Homecoming for 'Final Five' Olympian Simone Biles

Olympics medal winner Simone Biles has returned to the Houston area and residents are showing their support in a multitude of ways.

Rotary Lombardi Committee announces major changes

The Rotary Lombardi Award is hosted by the Rotary Club of Houston and benefits the American Cancer Society, MD Anderson Cancer Center and Texas Children's Hospital.

UH basketball arena to be named in honor of Tilman Fertitta

The University of Houston will officially announce Thursday Tilman Fertitta, owner of Landry's, Inc., and chairman of UH's board of regents, donated $20 million toward the school's basketball arena renovation project.

Ryan Lochte issues apology for behavior in Rio

US swimmer Ryan Lochte apologizes for his behavior and "not being more careful or candid" in how he described events.

Police: U.S. swimmers not victims of claimed robbery

A top Brazilian police official says Ryan Lochte and three other American swimmers were not the victims of a robbery as some of the athletes had claimed.

Simone Manuel returns to Houston after Olympic gold medal win

Swimmer Simone Manuel arrives on U.S. soil to George Bush Intercontinental Airport as a history-making athlete. Manuel, 20, who won the Olympic gold medal in the 100-meter freestyle event, was the first African American woman to accomplish that feat.