Seiko Hashimoto named president of Tokyo's Olympic organizing committee

A woman has been named president of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee. Seiko Hashimoto had been serving as Olympic minister and replaces 83-year-old Yoshiro Mori.

Raptors president Masai Ujiri says fight with sheriff's deputy is one for racial equality

Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri spoke out after an Alameda County sheriff's deputy dropped a lawsuit against him regarding a shoving match at the 2019 NBA Finals.

A's reach agreements with relievers Yusmeiro Petit and Sergio Romo

Yusmeiro Petit has agreed to a one-year contract to stay with the A's as the team closes in on a one-year deal with veteran reliever Sergio Romo.

Confederate flags banned at Daytona 500

"The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry."

Florida woman wants apology after Tom Brady's trophy toss

A Fort Myers woman says Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady insulted her family’s legacy when he tossed the Lombardi trophy across the water to another teammate during Wednesday’s Super Bowl celebration boat parade in Tampa.

Remembering Dale Earnhardt as the 20th anniversary of his death nears

On February 18, 2001, NASCAR fans were left shocked and devastated after driver Dale Earnhardt died in a final-lap collision during the Daytona 500.

English soccer at breaking point over abuse on social media

Death threats. Racist abuse. Sexist slurs. And social media accounts allowed to stay active even after spreading bile.

How to watch the Daytona 500

NASCAR fans, get ready: the Daytona 500 is set to take place on Sunday, Feb. 14. 

Ravens' CB Jimmy Smith, family robbed at gunpoint in Los Angeles

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith and his family are safe after they were robbed at gunpoint shortly after flying into Los Angeles earlier this week, it was reported Friday.

JJ Watt, Houston Texans have "mutually agreed to part ways"

The Houston Texans and defensive end JJ Watt announced that they have “mutually agreed to part ways.”