NCAA President Mark Emmert to step down by June 2023

NCAA Board of Governors Chairman John DeGioia announced the move Tuesday and said it was by mutual agreement.

HBO issues statement for first time after ‘Winning Time’ backlash

HBO is defending its series on the 1979-80 Los Angeles Lakers amid a storm of criticism from several former players and others depicted in the show, including a demand for a retraction from Hall of Famer and former Laker general manager Jerry West.

LA Rams drop ‘On the Clock’ draft preview trailer and it’s a must-watch

The Los Angeles Rams used its Hollywood star power and dropped an NFL draft preview trailer featuring some of the biggest names in Tinseltown and its star players.

Trevor Bauer files defamation lawsuit against sexual assault accuser

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's office announced earlier this year it wouldn't file charges against Bauer after a woman claimed he had assaulted her in 2021.

USFL Week 2: Breakers dominate Bandits, remain unbeaten

Quarterback Kyle Sloter led the way, passing for 266 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the New Orleans Breakers cruised to a 34-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Bandits.

‘Heartbroken’ fan puts Tom Brady’s record-setting 624th touchdown ball up for auction

When Tom Brady announced his retirement in February, for 40 days, Janice Green owned what was potentially one of the most valuable footballs in the world. That is, until he "unretired."

LAFC and USMNT's Kellyn Acosta visits Japanese-America National Museum
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LAFC and USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta got in touch with his Japanese heritage with his grandmother, who is Japanese, and his dad, who is half Japanese, by his side.

Stephen Curry launches ‘Underrated’ golf tour to help underrepresented kids

The tour, called Underrated, announced the launch citing its commitment to balancing participation in the sport “to truly reflect our society.”

Brief Capitol evacuation caused by Army parachute demo at Nats Park

Capitol Hill was evacuated Wednesday evening after a scare was caused by parachutists from the Army Golden Knights jumping into Nationals Park.

Fox Sports makes Easter Sunday a NASCAR ratings success

Fox says it is already talking to NASCAR about racing on Easter again in 2023. The race was the most-viewed among 18-to-49 year old viewers since the Daytona 500 in February.

Dodgers looking to sell renaming rights to field
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have partnered with marketing agency Sportfive to obtain sponsorship deals for the Major League Baseball club to name the playing field at Dodger Stadium and add an advertising patch to the team uniforms.

Indy 500 balloon release not part of 2022 schedule amid environmental concerns

The tradition of releasing thousands of balloons before the Indianapolis 500 will not happen this year. Officials cited environmental concerns as a factor in the decision.

Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar take issue with HBO's 'Winning Time'

Jerry West’s lawyers said he demanded a retraction over the depiction which allegedly describes him "as an out-of-control, intoxicated rage-aholic." West seeks a retraction within two weeks of the letter to producer Adam McKay and HBO.

Liverpool, Manchester United fans honor Cristiano Ronaldo after death of newborn son

A moving moment of the Liverpool vs. Man United match, held at Anfield stadium, came at seven minutes — in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 United jersey.