Jimmie Johnson 1st NASCAR driver to test positive for coronavirus
The 44-year-old Johnson is the first driver in any NASCAR series to test positive and the news Friday evening cast a shadow over the historic NASCAR-IndyCar doubleheader races coming up Saturday and Sunday. There was no indication any races would be affected.
Minor League Baseball announces there will be no season for 2020
The MiLB said that the move allows for “our teams to begin planning for an exciting 2021 season of affordable family entertainment.”
MLB plans 60-game slate, shortest since 1878 as union balks
Major League Baseball plans to unilaterally issue a 60-game schedule for its shortest season since 1878 after the players' association rejected a negotiated deal of the same length, putting the sport on track for a combative and possibly unhappy return to the field amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Safety protocols include Fox calling NASCAR race from studio
Jeff Gordon thought his wife, a former model, was kidding when she asked the NASCAR Hall of Famer to color her graying roots. He realized she was serious after the third request, FaceTimed her regular stylist and took a crash course in mixing color.
High-tech devices help NFL teams keep players safe, in shape
Darius Leonard works relentlessly at his rural South Carolina home to prepare for another football season. He’s also wary of pushing too hard, knowing a minor injury could become a major setback given the dearth of medical experts in his area.
‘Graduate Together’: LeBron James assembles all-star talent to honor high school class of 2020
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
Rollerskaters rejoice! Throwback activity has revival during pandemic
As one person aptly asked on Twitter: "Who knew our society was only one pandemic away from collectively taking up baking, tie-dyeing and rollerblading?"
Little League cancels World Series and Region Tournaments for first time in history
The cancellation was prompted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Clippers team up with local artist to create special merchandise for mayor's COVID-19 fund
The Los Angeles Clippers announced they have teamed up with local artist Mister Cartoon to release a limited-edition L.A. Relief Fund merchandise collection, in which 100% of the proceeds will go toward the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles.
Empty stadiums for soccer games amid COVID-19 pandemic? It's not quite that simple
Soccer games will take place in stadiums without fans present, but they will be far from empty.
Dodgers taking part in the All In Challenge during COVID-19 crisis
The Dodgers are giving back taking part in the All in Challenge. Manager Dave Roberts putting a magical experience up for auction. Raising money for those struggling the most during the crisis. The winner will also be allowed to invite five-hundred people to Dodger Stadium. Roberts asked all managers in major league baseball to get involved in the All in Challenge and raise money.
Major League Soccer suspending season until at least June 8
Soccer fans are going to have to wait a little longer to see Minnesota United in its second season at Allianz Field.
LeBron James talks about what he's doing in this time of self-isolation during COVID-19 crisis
Liz Habib talks with LeBron James about what he's doing in this time of self-isolation.
LAFC Soccer Head Coach discusses incredible moment in his career that prepared him for the COVID-19 crisis
You'd think no one would have training or preparation with the situation we are going through right now. But incredibly Bob Bradley-- the head coach of the LAFC soccer team --unfortunately does. Liz Habib talked with Bradley and told us about those scary times-- and what he is able to draw on as we face this coronavirus scare.
Olympian and Model Colleen Quigley shares her thoughts on the rescheduling of the Tokyo Olympics
FOX 11's Liz Habib talked with Olympian Colleen Quigley. She's an American track and field athlete who competed in Rio. She competes in the 3-thousand meter steeplechase. The steeplechase is an obstacle race over 3-thousand meters. She's also a Wilhelmina model. Here's what she says about the rescheduling of the Tokyo Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Former Dodger Chase Utley and wife discuss their busy household during pandemic
Former Dodger Chase Utley and is wife Jen sat down with FOX 11’s Liz Habib about how they spend the day keeping their sons buys and how due to the Stay at Home order they’ve now become the teacher, the principal, the camp counselor and the cook.
Former Dodger Adrian Gonzalez and wife discuss reason for early self-quarantine
Adrian Gonzalez and his family had to self-quarantine before many others, that's because his wife Betsy has a company that makes shoes out of Italy. They spoke to FOX 11's Liz Habib.
Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts toasts fans from home during pandemic
Roberts tells FOX 11 what it’s like in his household with his wife and two sons. He talks about missing Opening Day for the first time since 2002. He shares a glass of wine with us as he salutes Dodgers fans.
LA Sparks' Sydney Wiese was first player in WNBA to test positive for COVID-19
LA Sparks guard Sydney Wiese tested positive for COVID-19 after returning from Europe. FOX 11's Liz Habib talks to her about the experience and how she's been feeling about her diagnosis.