Ex-NFL star Lawrence Phillips found dead in prison cell
Former NFL running back Lawrence Phillips, who was convicted in Los Angeles and San Diego counties for attacks on girlfriends and running down several people with a car, has been found dead at Kern Valley State Prison from apparent suicide, according to the state Department of Corrections.
Former NFL running back Lawrence Phillips, who was convicted in Los Angeles and San Diego counties for attacks on girlfriends and running down several people with a car, has been found dead at Kern Valley State Prison from apparent suicide, according to the state Department of Corrections.
Butler's Final Four center Andrew Smith dies at 25
INDIANAPOLIS (FOX 32 News/ FOX News) - Andrew Smith, a 25-year-old who played on two Final Four teams for the Butler University basketball team, died Tuesday after a two-year battle with cancer.
INDIANAPOLIS (FOX 32 News/ FOX News) - Andrew Smith, a 25-year-old who played on two Final Four teams for the Butler University basketball team, died Tuesday after a two-year battle with cancer.
Cromartie wife pregnant despite vasectomy
Antonio Cromartie, the NY Jets All-Pro cornerback, and his wife are expecting twins, despite the NFL star having reportedly undergone a vasectomy in 2011.
Antonio Cromartie, the NY Jets All-Pro cornerback, and his wife are expecting twins, despite the NFL star having reportedly undergone a vasectomy in 2011.
Harden scores 25 to lead Rockets past Grizzlies, 107-91
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Once the Memphis Grizzlies caught Houston in the fourth quarter, the Rockets took off on one more major push. Fueled by James Harden and Terrence Jones, the Rockets broke open a tie game with a 16-2 rally, eventually built an 18-point and beat the Grizzlies 107-91 on Tuesday night. "Our guys didn't give in," Rockets interim coach J.B. Bickerstaff said,...
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Once the Memphis Grizzlies caught Houston in the fourth quarter, the Rockets took off on one more major push. Fueled by James Harden and Terrence Jones, the Rockets broke open a tie game with a 16-2 rally, eventually built an 18-point and beat the Grizzlies 107-91 on Tuesday night. "Our guys didn't give in," Rockets interim coach J.B. Bickerstaff said,...
NFL: Rams approved to relocated to Los Angeles
The Rams have been approved by owners to relocate to Los Angeles, according to the NFL.
The Rams have been approved by owners to relocate to Los Angeles, according to the NFL.
Texans DT Devon Still declares his daughter Leah 'beat cancer'
Less than a week after defensive tackle Devon Still signed a contract with the Houston Texans, he has announced on his social media platforms that his young daughter Leah has beaten cancer following more than 100 days of treatments and a seven-hour surgery.
Less than a week after defensive tackle Devon Still signed a contract with the Houston Texans, he has announced on his social media platforms that his young daughter Leah has beaten cancer following more than 100 days of treatments and a seven-hour surgery.
David Bailiff will continue as Rice Owls head coach
David Bailiff, two-time Conference USA Coach of the Year at Rice, will continue as head coach of the Owls.
David Bailiff, two-time Conference USA Coach of the Year at Rice, will continue as head coach of the Owls.
University of Houston ranked No. 8 by Associated Press
The University of Houston is ranked No. 8 in the final Associated Press Top 25 poll.
The University of Houston is ranked No. 8 in the final Associated Press Top 25 poll.
Houston Dash star Carli Lloyd gets FIFA world player award
ZURICH (AP) — United States World Cup-winning captain Carli Lloyd has won the FIFA women's world player of the year award for 2015. Lloyd dominated a worldwide vote and collected the award at FIFA's annual awards ceremony in Zurich. In an emotional acceptance speech, Lloyd says: "I honestly wouldn't be sitting up here, standing up here, without my incredible...
ZURICH (AP) — United States World Cup-winning captain Carli Lloyd has won the FIFA women's world player of the year award for 2015. Lloyd dominated a worldwide vote and collected the award at FIFA's annual awards ceremony in Zurich. In an emotional acceptance speech, Lloyd says: "I honestly wouldn't be sitting up here, standing up here, without my incredible...
Rice's David Bailiff is a candidate to become next head coach at UTSA
David Bailiff, two-time Conference USA Coach of the Year at Rice, is a candidate to become the next head coach at UTSA.
David Bailiff, two-time Conference USA Coach of the Year at Rice, is a candidate to become the next head coach at UTSA.
Texans fire three assistant coaches
Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien has fired three members of his staff.
Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien has fired three members of his staff.
Bickerstaff, Dwight Howard speak after Rockets rally over Pacers
J.B. Bickerstaff and Dwight Howard talk about the Rockets' overtime rally over the Pacers
J.B. Bickerstaff and Dwight Howard talk about the Rockets' overtime rally over the Pacers
Ariza scores 24, Rockets rally to beat Pacers 107-103 in OT
Trevor Ariza scored a season-high 24 points and Corey Brewer hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in overtime to give the Houston Rockets a 107-103 win over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night.
Trevor Ariza scored a season-high 24 points and Corey Brewer hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in overtime to give the Houston Rockets a 107-103 win over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night.
Houston native Joe Young back in town as an Indiana Pacer
Joseph Young is back in town today for his first game in Houston as an NBA player.
Joseph Young is back in town today for his first game in Houston as an NBA player.
Pacers rookie/Houston native Joe Young goes 1-on-1 with FOX 26's Howard Chen
Former Yates High School star Joe Young is back in his hometown as an Indiana Pacer. He caught up with FOX 26's Howard Chen on Sunday morning, the day of the game.
Former Yates High School star Joe Young is back in his hometown as an Indiana Pacer. He caught up with FOX 26's Howard Chen on Sunday morning, the day of the game.
Watt to have surgery on Tuesday
J.J. Watt will have surgery on Tuesday for a groin injury he's been playing with for several weeks.
J.J. Watt will have surgery on Tuesday for a groin injury he's been playing with for several weeks.
Clowney upset he couldn't play Saturday, not mad at team
HOUSTON (AP) — Jadeveon Clowney says he was simply frustrated about his foot injury and not angry with the Houston Texans when he was seen visibly upset after being declared inactive for the team's playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The outside linebacker, who has a mid-foot sprain on his left foot, did not speak to reporters Saturday after reports surfaced that he stormed...
HOUSTON (AP) — Jadeveon Clowney says he was simply frustrated about his foot injury and not angry with the Houston Texans when he was seen visibly upset after being declared inactive for the team's playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The outside linebacker, who has a mid-foot sprain on his left foot, did not speak to reporters Saturday after reports surfaced that he stormed...
Texans fall to Chiefs in playoffs, season over
The Texans could not overcome a disastrous first half as they lost to the Chiefs, 30-0, in their playoff game on Saturday.
The Texans could not overcome a disastrous first half as they lost to the Chiefs, 30-0, in their playoff game on Saturday.
Chiefs beat Texans 30-0 for first playoff win since 1994
HOUSTON (AP) — After 22 years without a playoff victory, the Kansas City Chiefs were determined not to give up the lead this time. The Chiefs had enough points to win after jumping ahead 7-0 in the first 11 seconds, and they used relentless pressure, five turnovers and a ball-control offense to dominate the Houston Texans 30-0 in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday.
HOUSTON (AP) — After 22 years without a playoff victory, the Kansas City Chiefs were determined not to give up the lead this time. The Chiefs had enough points to win after jumping ahead 7-0 in the first 11 seconds, and they used relentless pressure, five turnovers and a ball-control offense to dominate the Houston Texans 30-0 in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday.
Watt's playoff history bodes well for Texans against Chiefs
HOUSTON (AP) — J.J. Watt has had plenty of great games for the Texans. And as Houston looks to end Kansas City's 10-game winning streak in the wild-card round of the playoffs, it can take comfort in this: Some of the star defensive end's best games have come in the postseason. In four playoff games, Watt has five sacks, 17 tackles, three batted passes and an interception return...
HOUSTON (AP) — J.J. Watt has had plenty of great games for the Texans. And as Houston looks to end Kansas City's 10-game winning streak in the wild-card round of the playoffs, it can take comfort in this: Some of the star defensive end's best games have come in the postseason. In four playoff games, Watt has five sacks, 17 tackles, three batted passes and an interception return...