Petition to make Monday after Super Bowl a national holiday
Hate going back to work the Monday after the Super Bowl? Well Heinz is hoping enough people do and will sign a change.org petition to make it a national holiday.
Hate going back to work the Monday after the Super Bowl? Well Heinz is hoping enough people do and will sign a change.org petition to make it a national holiday.
Williams sisters, Federer advance to Australian Open finals
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - It was one, two and three for the ages as Venus and Serena Williams set up another all-sisters final and Roger Federer ensured he'll contend for another Australian Open title. They're calling it Throwback Thursday at Melbourne Park: three players with a combined 46 Grand Slam titles and a combined age of 106 advanced to the finals.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - It was one, two and three for the ages as Venus and Serena Williams set up another all-sisters final and Roger Federer ensured he'll contend for another Australian Open title. They're calling it Throwback Thursday at Melbourne Park: three players with a combined 46 Grand Slam titles and a combined age of 106 advanced to the finals.
Working to make NRG Stadium field flawless for Super Bowl LI
Within the walls of Houston's NRG stadium, games simply get no bigger.
Within the walls of Houston's NRG stadium, games simply get no bigger.
Nadal wins, keeps prospects of Roger-Rafa final alive
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Another Roger vs. Rafa final is still in the mix at an Australian Open with an almost retro vibe. They're on opposite sides of the draw, and each is a semifinal win away from a classic showdown at Melbourne Park, where Roger Federer is bidding for an 18th major title, and where Rafael Nadal is targeting his 15th.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Another Roger vs. Rafa final is still in the mix at an Australian Open with an almost retro vibe. They're on opposite sides of the draw, and each is a semifinal win away from a classic showdown at Melbourne Park, where Roger Federer is bidding for an 18th major title, and where Rafael Nadal is targeting his 15th.
Bolt loses 2008 Olympic relay gold in teammate's doping case
GENEVA (AP) - Usain Bolt has lost one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving Jamaican teammate Nesta Carter. The IOC said Wednesday that Carter tested positive for methylhexaneamine, a banned stimulant, in re-analysis of samples from the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
GENEVA (AP) - Usain Bolt has lost one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving Jamaican teammate Nesta Carter. The IOC said Wednesday that Carter tested positive for methylhexaneamine, a banned stimulant, in re-analysis of samples from the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Clijsters, Roddick joining International Tennis Hall of Fame
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick have been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Roddick was the last American man to capture a Grand Slam singles trophy, winning the 2003 U.S. Open championship. He also reached the final at Wimbledon in 2004, 05 and '09 and the U.S. Open in '06.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick have been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Roddick was the last American man to capture a Grand Slam singles trophy, winning the 2003 U.S. Open championship. He also reached the final at Wimbledon in 2004, 05 and '09 and the U.S. Open in '06.
Oldest former Falcons player shares memories
Fifty one years ago, number 51 Bob Whitlow played for the Atlanta Falcons. Now the former center is hoping to see the franchise win the 51st Super Bowl.
Fifty one years ago, number 51 Bob Whitlow played for the Atlanta Falcons. Now the former center is hoping to see the franchise win the 51st Super Bowl.
Atlanta Falcons defeat Green Bay in NFC Championship game, advance to Super Bowl LI
The Atlanta Falcons play host to the Green Bay Packers Sunday afternoon in the NFC Championship game. Kickoff is set for 3:05 p.m., and the game will be seen on FOX 5 Atlanta.
The Atlanta Falcons play host to the Green Bay Packers Sunday afternoon in the NFC Championship game. Kickoff is set for 3:05 p.m., and the game will be seen on FOX 5 Atlanta.
3M Half Marathon draws thousands of runners
More than 6,000 runners participated in the 3M Half Marathon on January 22. The race is known as one of the fastest because runners enjoy a mostly downhill route that showcases some of Austin's finest locations.
More than 6,000 runners participated in the 3M Half Marathon on January 22. The race is known as one of the fastest because runners enjoy a mostly downhill route that showcases some of Austin's finest locations.
They're Back: Brady and Patriots win AFC, 36-17 vs Steelers
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - The Tom Brady redemption tour is headed to the Super Bowl.
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - The Tom Brady redemption tour is headed to the Super Bowl.
Williams relies on Plan B to reaches Australian Open QFs
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - With her serve misfiring and the ball coming back at her from some irregular angles, it was time for Serena Williams to go to Plan B. Williams knuckled down and just scrapped her way to a 7-5, 6-4 win over No. 16-seeded Barbora Strycova on Monday to reach the quarterfinals of the Australian Open for the 11th time.
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - With her serve misfiring and the ball coming back at her from some irregular angles, it was time for Serena Williams to go to Plan B. Williams knuckled down and just scrapped her way to a 7-5, 6-4 win over No. 16-seeded Barbora Strycova on Monday to reach the quarterfinals of the Australian Open for the 11th time.
3M Half Marathon
More than 6,000 runners participated in the 3M Half Marathon on January 22.
More than 6,000 runners participated in the 3M Half Marathon on January 22.
Authorities: MLB players Yordano Ventura, Andy Marte die in separate car crashes
Authorities in the Dominican Republic say that Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura and former major leaguer Andy Marte both have died in separate traffic accidents.
Authorities in the Dominican Republic say that Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura and former major leaguer Andy Marte both have died in separate traffic accidents.
MLB's RBI Austin honors Augie Garrido
Longtime University of Texas baseball coach Augie Garrido was honored by MLB's RBI Austin with a lifetime achievement award roughly eight months after his forced resignation.
Longtime University of Texas baseball coach Augie Garrido was honored by MLB's RBI Austin with a lifetime achievement award roughly eight months after his forced resignation.
MLB's RBI Austin honors Augie Garrido
Longtime University of Texas baseball coach Augie Garrido was honored with a lifetime achievement award roughly eight months after his forced resignation.
Longtime University of Texas baseball coach Augie Garrido was honored with a lifetime achievement award roughly eight months after his forced resignation.
Did ESPN announcer make racist comment about Venus Williams?
A TV commentator has apologized for how he spoke about Venus Williams' play at the Australian Open, saying he was describing her aggressive style as "guerrilla" tactics and not comparing her to a "gorilla."
A TV commentator has apologized for how he spoke about Venus Williams' play at the Australian Open, saying he was describing her aggressive style as "guerrilla" tactics and not comparing her to a "gorilla."
Austin Huns Rugby full 2017 schedule released
The Austin Huns have released their 2017 rugby season schedule. The team's season kicks off on January 21 against the Dallas Harlequins in Dallas before their first home game at Huns Field on January 28 against San Diego's O.M.B.A.C. Rugby.
The Austin Huns have released their 2017 rugby season schedule. The team's season kicks off on January 21 against the Dallas Harlequins in Dallas before their first home game at Huns Field on January 28 against San Diego's O.M.B.A.C. Rugby.
Bagwell, Raines, Ivan Rodriguez elected to Hall of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) - Bags and Rock and Pudge are heading to Cooperstown. After a vote that could prove to be a turning point how Steroids Era stars are viewed, Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens could be joining them in the next few years. Jeff Bagwell, Tim Raines and Ivan Rodriguez were elected to baseball's Hall of Fame on Wednesday, earning the honor as Trevor Hoffman and Vladimir Guerrero fell...
NEW YORK (AP) - Bags and Rock and Pudge are heading to Cooperstown. After a vote that could prove to be a turning point how Steroids Era stars are viewed, Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens could be joining them in the next few years. Jeff Bagwell, Tim Raines and Ivan Rodriguez were elected to baseball's Hall of Fame on Wednesday, earning the honor as Trevor Hoffman and Vladimir Guerrero fell...
Texas Rangers Winter Caravan makes stop in Round Rock
Texas Rangers manager Jeff Banister and a few players were in Round Rock for the team's annual Winter Caravan to talk about the upcoming season as they gear up for spring training next month.
Texas Rangers manager Jeff Banister and a few players were in Round Rock for the team's annual Winter Caravan to talk about the upcoming season as they gear up for spring training next month.
Liberty Hill head football coach retiring
After 16 years and two state championships, Liberty Hill head football coach Jerry Vance is retiring.
After 16 years and two state championships, Liberty Hill head football coach Jerry Vance is retiring.