49ers owner Jed York arrested in Ohio

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested Sunday in Ohio on initial charges of engaging in prostitution - a charge that was later reduced, court records show.

Buffalo Bills lineman Ed Oliver suffers devastating drowning death of 2-year-old son

Ed Oliver has been carrying a heavy burden over the past two months: he has been mourning the loss of his 2-year-old son, who died in a drowning accident in June.

ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93

Bill Rasmussen, the founder of the 24-hour cable sports network, ESPN, has died at the age of 93 from the effects of Parkinson’s disease, the network said in a media release today. 

Valkyries are playoff bound again in 2nd year after beating Dallas 78-70

Gabby Williams had 23 points and seven rebounds, Veronica Burton added 16 points and five assists, and the Golden State Valkyries clinched a playoff berth by beating the Dallas Wings 78-70 on Monday night for their sixth straight victory.

 Valkyries can clinch playoff berth with win against Dallas
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The Golden State Valkyries can guarantee a spot in the 2026 WNBA playoffs if they beat the Dallas Wings on Monday. The Valkyries are riding a five-game winning streak. Golden State is currently the two seed in the WNBA standings. Tip-off is at 7 p.m.

Tom Brady draws huge crowd for Palo Alto's CardVault opening

San Mateo native Tom Brady returned home Saturday to open the 17th CardVault by Tom Brady location in Palo Alto, drawing fans who waited more than eight hours for a chance to see the NFL legend.

Heartfelt tributes to Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón ahead of public funeral

Tributes pour in after the death of former Puerto Rican professional boxer Prichard Colón, who suffered a career-ending blow in the ring in 2015. His family invites the public and all who loved him to services in Winter Park, Florida starting Aug. 18.

Bay Area swimmer crosses Strait of Gibraltar, on verge of breaking world record

A Bay Area athlete completed a grueling open-water marathon swim across the punishing Strait of Gibraltar, bringing her one step closer to becoming the youngest person to achieve a feat reached by only about 50 people in the world.

Professional boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, years after career-ending fight injury

Former professional boxer Prichard Colón has died after a long health battle years after suffering an injury from a professional fight, according to Remezcla. 

Jayden Daniels sends LSU cease and desist letter over No. 5 jersey decision

A representative for Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has told LSU to stop using the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner’s name, image and likeness after the school allowed cornerback D.J. Pickett to wear the No. 5 jersey Daniels wore during his two seasons in Baton Rouge.

Full list: $1K tickets help make Bills NFL’s priciest team to see, report finds

Buffalo Bills fans will need to dig deep to see Josh Allen and company’s first games at their new multi-billion dollar stadium. Average ticket prices for the Thursday night home opener against the Detroit Lions at Highmark Stadium soared well past the $1,000 mark, making them the most expensive seats of the NFL season’s opening month, a new survey found.

USA Swimming CFO arrested for theft, embezzlement

USA Swimming placed its chief financial officer, Cory Hilliard, on leave Monday after learning of his arrest on charges of theft and embezzlement.

14-year-old Bay Area track star returns from Junior Olympics with a gold

A Bay Area teen earned a gold medal in the Junior Olympics for track and field in Southern California this month, emerging as a national champion and solidifying her standing as one of the nation’s top sprinters in her age group.

FBI and NCAA team up to fight sexual exploitation

The FBI is teaming up with the NCAA to start a program to combat sexual exploitation of college athletes. Here's what to know.

Buffalo Bills fans at new $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium weigh in with reactions of obstructed views

The Buffalo Bills unveiled their new stadium this weekend at a practice event, drawing mixed reactions from some fans who took to social media to critique the venue's design and sightlines.

NBA Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson dies at 86

NBA Hall-of-Famer Don Nelson, who once held the record for most wins as a head coach, has died at 86, according to a statement from his family.