Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL scoring record

Alex Ovechkin has become the NHL’s all-time leading goal-scorer, surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s long-held record of 894 goals.

How the Alameda County Fair lost a $5 million bet to save horse racing

The Alameda County Fairgrounds is now on the hook for $5 million in losses and the fate of horse racing in Northern California is now in doubt.

San Francisco State wrestler becomes national champion

San Francisco State University All-American wrestler Johnny Lopez pulled off two historic milestones at the NCAA Division II national championship in Indianapolis in March. It's the first time since 2013 that an SF State wrestler has become a national champion, and Lopez is the 14th national champion in their school history.

SFSU wrestler becomes national champion
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San Francisco State University All-American wrestler Johnny Lopez pulled off two historic milestones at the NCAA Division II national championship in Indianapolis in March. It's the first time since 2013 that an SF State wrestler became a national champion, and Lopez is the 14th national champion in their school history.

Ovechkin ties Gretzky record on home ice

Alex Ovechkin has tied Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record by scoring the 894th of his career.

An unlikely first meeting with Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase

KTVU sports reporter Bailey O'Carroll had a chance to reconnect with Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase. They first met when O'Carroll was in high-school with lofty dreams of becoming an NBA coach. Ten years later, they reunited but in their new roles as women with careers in sports.

New 'Battle of the Bay' emerges as Ballers take on SJ Giants
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A new era in Bay Area baseball has begun after the Oakland Ballers traveled south to San Jose to take on the Giants in a Spring Training game at Excite Ballpark.

'Battle of the Bay 2.0': Ballers to face Giants in San Jose

It's called the “Battle of the Bay 2.0." The Oakland Ballers and the San Jose Giants are set to face off on Wednesday as they reimagine a beloved Bay Area baseball tradition.

Stanford hires former NFL coach to lead football team

Stanford is trying to rebuild its struggling football program after four straight seasons with a 3-9 record.

Hometown Heroes: Jason Verrett
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Keshawn Ward sits down with Fairfield native Jason Verrett, who's a 2014 first round pick and pro bowl cornerback that played in the National Football League for the San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, and Houston Texans for 9 seasons..

Video: Former 49er Richard Sherman's house broken into at gunpoint

Former 49er Richard Sherman said that he was robbed at gunpoint on his birthday weekend in a scary situation that his wife “handled masterfully."

Timberwolves-Pistons fight: 7 ejected after brawl

As both teams fought for playoff position, seven players and coaches were ejected during a brawl during the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons game on Sunday.

Female racing duo launches initiative to empower women in motorsports, art

Aurora Straus and Zoë Barry, co-founders of the DART Car team, are making history by combining motorsports and fine art to empower women in both fields.

A's Home Opener in Sacramento: what you need to know

A's baseball fans will still be able to see the team play at their home opener on Monday. But they better not show up to the Coliseum in Oakland. The A's new home, for now, is in Sacramento. Here's what you need to know.

Sports Focus: NBA All-Star Weekend impact, plus Santa Rosa girl's soccer
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We take a look back at NBA All Star Weekend and its impact on Bay Area student-athletes. Plus, the girl?s soccer team at Piner High School is Santa Rosa reflects on their historic season.

Major League Cricket bringing world's best players to Oakland Coliseum

Professional cricket is coming to the Oakland Coliseum this June, Bay Area politicians and cricket officials announced on Wednesday, as part of a revitalization of the stadium many had said was "left for dead." 

Alameda County Fairgrounds closing its stables

The Alameda County Fairgrounds is set to close its stables and horse training facility after midnight on Tuesday.