Brittney Griner: WNBA star back in Russian court on cannabis charge
Since Brittney Griner last appeared in her trial for cannabis possession, the question of her fate has expanded from a tiny, cramped courtroom on Moscow’s outskirts to the highest level of Russia-U.S. diplomacy.
Brittney Griner: WNBA star's Russian trial considers medicinal use of cannabis
Brittney Griner contends that she had no criminal intent and that the vape canisters containing cannabis oil ended up in her luggage inadvertently because of hasty packing.
‘Bring Brittney Home’: Mobile billboards around Hollywood call for WNBA star Brittney Griner’s freedom
Ahead of Thursday night’s ESPY Awards, three mobile digital billboards will drive around the streets of Hollywood that read “Bring Brittney Home,” in support of WNBA star Brittney Griner.
Brittney Griner: Character witnesses testify in support of jailed WNBA star
Brittney Griner was arrested in February at the Russian capital’s Sheremetyevo Airport when customs officials said they found vape canisters with cannabis oil in her luggage. She has been jailed since then, facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Trial for US basketball star Brittney Griner begins in Moscow-area court
Brittney Griner was arrested in February on cannabis possession charges at an airport while traveling to play for a Russian team.
WNBA star Brittney Griner gets July 1 start date for trial
The Phoenix Mercury star could face 10 years in prison if convicted on charges of large-scale transportation of drugs.
Derek Fisher out as Los Angeles Sparks head coach
Derek Fisher is no longer head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks effective immediately.
Brittney Griner's pre-trial detention in Russia extended by 1 month, lawyer says
Griner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was detained at the Moscow airport after vape cartridges containing oil derived from cannabis were allegedly found in her luggage, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
Proof of vaccine mandate lifts at Crypto.com Arena, Microsoft Theater
Starting Friday, those attending events at the Crypto.com Arena and the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles will no longer be required to show proof of being vaccinated against COVID-19 or a negative test for entry.
Brittney Griner could spend 5 years in Russian labor camp, expert says
Brittney Griner has not been seen since she was arrested in Russia last month after Russian officials allegedly found vape cartridges in her luggage and accused her of attempting to smuggle drugs into the country.
Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner to be detained in Russia until May: report
The Phoenix Mercury player had been detained at a Moscow airport after a drug-sniffing dog reportedly found vapes with cannabis oil in her luggage.
Brittney Griner arrest in midst of Russia-Ukraine war 'kind of a perfect storm,' sports attorney says
Brittney Griner’s arrest in Russia has sparked panic across the sports world in the U.S.
WNBA star Brittney Griner's wife thanks fans for their support, asks for privacy after player's arrest
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges.
Goodbye Staples Center, hello Crypto.com Arena
The change isn't official until Christmas, but the signs are already up for the Crypto.com Arena.
End of an era: Crews begin taking down letters at Staples Center
Despite the disapproval from many Angelenos, the transition from Staples Center to the Crypto.com Arena is underway as crews began taking down the red letters early Monday morning in downtown Los Angeles.
WNBA star Candace Parker pays tribute to Kobe, Gigi Bryant after Sky's championship
Chicago Sky star Candace Parker paid tribute to Kobe Bryant after she helped the team to the franchise’s first WNBA championship on Sunday.
WNBA legend Cappie Pondexter reportedly arrested for battery in Los Angeles
A woman who refused to give her name to police when she was arrested in Los Angeles is said to be WNBA legend Cappie Pondexter, TMZ reported Thursday.