Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like The Washington Commanders will build a new stadium in a major redevelopment on the site of the NFL team's former home for decades. The Commanders officially announced plans for a $2.7 billion domed stadium at the former site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium on Monday, April 28. The move means all of DC's major sports teams will have their home venues within the borders of the nation's capital. The new stadium is expected to open in 2030 and will occupy just 11% of the 180-acre site, leaving room for housing, green space, hotels, and retail. "We are thrilled to welcome the Command…
Jalen Hurts Skips Eagles' White House Visit After Super Bowl LIX Win Jalen Hurts Skips Eagles' White House Visit After Super Bowl LIX Win
Jalen Hurts Skips Eagles' White House Visit After Super Bowl LIX Win There was a notable face missing in the crowd when the Philadelphia Eagles visited the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl LIX victory on Monday. Quarterback Jalen Hurts opted out of the trip to Washington, DC, after previously being vague about whether or not he planned to make an appearance. The White House later confirmed that Hurts would not be in attendance, citing "schedule conflicts," with him and other players to an NBC correspondent. Hurts, who was the MVP of the Big Game, was previously asked about making a White House visit, and wavered without giving a straight answe…
After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL
After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL The wait is over. Once projected to be a possible number one draft pick, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders — you may have heard of his father — is heading to the Cleveland Browns. Sanders was considered a consensus first-round pick, but inexplicably fell into the fifth round before the Browns picked him up with the 144th pick.  He was their second choice, after the Browns picked up Oregon star Dillon Gabriel with the 94th pick.  The quarterback room now includes the two rookies, Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and much-maligned Deshaun Watson, who may not play this season. Sander…
Trump Blitzes NFL Owners After Shedeur Sanders Draft Slip: 'Are They Stupid?' Trump Blitzes NFL Owners After Shedeur Sanders Draft Slip: 'Are They Stupid?'
Trump Blitzes NFL Owners After Shedeur Sanders Draft Slip: 'Are They Stupid?' Do the genes make the man? President Donald Trump surely thinks so.  For the second straight day, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to take on the NFL, this time addressing Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders — son of Hall of Famer Deion — not being picked in the first round. At one point, Sanders was considered a potential top three pick in the NFL Draft, which began on Thursday, but he fell out of the first round after being passed over by all 32 teams. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shedeur Sanders (@she…
Washington Wizards Star Gilbert Arenas’ Son, USC Commit, In Induced Coma After Crash: Reports Washington Wizards Star Gilbert Arenas’ Son, USC Commit, In Induced Coma After Crash: Reports
Washington Wizards Star Gilbert Arenas’ Son, USC Commit, In Induced Coma After Crash: Reports Alijah Arenas, the son of Washington Wizards great Gilbert Arenas, was placed in a medically induced coma after being involved in a crash in Los Angeles, according to reports. The younger Arenas, a five-star men's basketball recruit who committed to USC, was reportedly involved in a serious car crash that left him with critical injuries. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, crews were called shortly before 5 a.m. on Thursday, April 24 in LA when a Tesla Cybertruck crashed into a tree and caught fire. TMZ shared video of the aftermath of the crash, which shows the truck on fire and…
Trump: Redskins Name Had ‘Heritage, Something Special’ Amid Stadium Deal For Commanders Trump: Redskins Name Had ‘Heritage, Something Special’ Amid Stadium Deal For Commanders
Trump: Redskins Name Had ‘Heritage, Something Special’ Amid Stadium Deal For Commanders With a multi-billion-dollar deal pending to bring the Washington Commanders back to DC, President Donald Trump has some thoughts about the team. When asked about the team formerly known as the Redskins possibly moving back to the old RFK Stadium site — not far from the White House — Trump launched into a diatribe about team names, calling it “demeaning” to remove Indian surnames. “I think the Indian population is a great part of this country, and a great heritage… We were talking about Massapequa on Long Island… The Chiefs, they call themselves… The Kansas City Chiefs… They’re not changing …
College Basketball Icon Jimmer Fredette Retires After 14-Year Pro Career College Basketball Icon Jimmer Fredette Retires After 14-Year Pro Career
College Basketball Icon Jimmer Fredette Retires After 14-Year Pro Career A legendary college basketball star known for his outstanding shooting is ending his 14-year professional career that took him around the world, including the Olympics. Jimmer Fredette announced his retirement in an Instagram post on Wednesday, April 23. The Glens Falls, New York, native became a national sensation during his time at Brigham Young University. The 36-year-old last played for Sagesse SC in the Lebanese Basketball League. "I owe a lot of who I am today to this game and it's not easy to say goodbye as a player but the time has come and I'm excited for what’s next in life,…
Rutgers Gymnastics Coach Fired After Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD: Report Rutgers Gymnastics Coach Fired After Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD: Report
Rutgers Gymnastics Coach Fired After Allegations Of Bullying, Relationship With AD: Report Umme Salim-Beasley, the embattled Rutgers gymnastics coach, has been fired, according to NJ.com.  In January, Salim-Beasley, the Rutgers gymnastics coach, was placed on paid administrative leave after an investigation into her conduct, including an improper relationship with then-Athletic Director Patrick Hobbs. Gymnasts at Rutgers alleged Salim-Beasley bullied them while the athletics department often turned a blind eye, due to the relationship between Hobbs and Salim-Beasley, according to the release of a 52-page report by the law firm Lowenstein and Sandler, commissioned by the scho…
Former Baltimore Raven Shannon Sharpe Sued For $50M Over Sex Abuse, Secret Recordings: Reports Former Baltimore Raven Shannon Sharpe Sued For $50M Over Sex Abuse, Secret Recordings: Reports
Former Baltimore Raven Shannon Sharpe Sued For $50M Over Sex Abuse, Secret Recordings: Reports NFL Hall of Fame tight end turned talking head Shannon Sharpe has been sued by a woman who claimed he sexually assaulted her, according to reports. The former Baltimore Raven and Denver Bronco was named in a 13-page, $50 million civil lawsuit filed on Easter Sunday in Nevada, alleging that the 56-year-old abused "Jane Doe" with "the intentional infliction of emotional distress." "Jane Doe" is reportedly being represented by celebrity attorney Tony Buzbee, who has previously represented disgraced NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson, rapper Travis Scott, and Sean Combs.  The complaint allege…
Who Is John Korir? Meet The New Boston Marathon Champion With Speed In His Blood Who Is John Korir? Meet The New Boston Marathon Champion With Speed In His Blood
Who Is John Korir? Meet The New Boston Marathon Champion With Speed In His Blood John Korir of Kenya is the 2025 Boston Marathon champion, finishing the race in a blazing 2:04:45 on Monday, April 21, officials said. Korir pushed a hot early pace with a first-half split of 1:01:54 and never looked back. His win adds a new layer of legacy to the Korir family name — his older brother, Wesley Korir, won the Boston Marathon in 2012 with a time of 2:12:40. History made in Boston, as John Korir wins the 2025 Boston Marathon.He follows in the footsteps of his brother Wesley who won in 2012, and it's the first time that a set of brothers have won on Boylston Street.Phenomenal…
Former Maryland, Navy Football Coach Lee Corso Retiring From ESPN's College GameDay Former Maryland, Navy Football Coach Lee Corso Retiring From ESPN's College GameDay
Former Maryland, Navy Football Coach Lee Corso Retiring From ESPN's College GameDay One of college football's most iconic personalities is hanging up his mascot heads after nearly 40 years on ESPN's "College GameDay" pregame show. Lee Corso, the analyst known for his headgear picks and signature phrase "Not so fast, my friend," will retire, ESPN announced on Thursday, April 17. The 89-year-old's final show will be on Saturday, Aug. 30, the 2025 season-opening episode of College GameDay. Corso has been a constant presence for college football fans on Saturday mornings since 1987, when he moved into broadcasting after a 28-year coaching career. "My family and…
28-Year-Old Who Played Pro Soccer In US Dies After Fall 28-Year-Old Who Played Pro Soccer In US Dies After Fall
28-Year-Old Who Played Pro Soccer In US Dies After Fall A professional soccer player who competed in the United States and helped lead his club to a championship season has died. Aaron Boupendza, a former striker for FC Cincinnati of Major League Soccer, died on Wednesday, April 16, after falling from a building at his home in China. He was age 28. A native of the Central African nation of Gabon, he signed with  Cincinnati-based team in June 2023 as a designated player, arriving after the club transferred top scorer Brenner.  "Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and loved ones," FC Cincinnati wrote in a post on social media. "He…
Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (WATCH) Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (WATCH)
Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (Watch) It's a boy!  The Philadelphia Phillies fell to the San Francisco Giants on Monday night, but star Bryce Harper was the big winner, learning that he and his wife are expecting a baby boy.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by phillies (@phillies) In typical Harper fashion, the outfielder turned first baseman included the fans in the big moment, having buddy Trea Turner make it official when he handed him a blue bat in the first inning - indicating that his wife, Kayla, is expecting a boy.  They're having a boy! …
WATCH: VP JD Vance Fumbles National Championship Trophy With Ohio State Buckeyes At White House WATCH: VP JD Vance Fumbles National Championship Trophy With Ohio State Buckeyes At White House
Watch: VP JD Vance Fumbles National Championship Trophy With Ohio State Buckeyes At White House Vice President JD Vance made a curious fumble on Monday afternoon. While welcoming the NCAA Football Champion Ohio State Buckeyes to the White House, Vance accidentally dropped the trophy, leading to a near game-changing turnover. President Donald Trump, Vance, and other members of the administration were on hand at the White House's South Lawn when the VP attempted to lift the trophy, which subsequently broke off its base. The White House The incident was captured on video and later shared by the White House on YouTube, accompanied by Queen's "We Are The Champions" playing in the …
NFL Prospect Kyren Lacy Found Dead Hours Before Facing Grand Jury In Fatal Crash NFL Prospect Kyren Lacy Found Dead Hours Before Facing Grand Jury In Fatal Crash
NFL Prospect Kyren Lacy Found Dead Hours Before Facing Grand Jury In Fatal Crash A former standout wide receiver at LSU was found dead hours before he was set to face a grand jury following a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 78-year-old man in December 2024, according to reports. Kyren Lacy, 24, died in Houston, his family confirmed, and is a suspected suicide victim, according to multiple reports.  Former LSU WR Kyren Lacy has died at 24 pic.twitter.com/onc5PQpCU0 — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 13, 2025 Once considered a possible first-round pick, the former Tiger was accused of the fatal hit-and-run crash that killed Herman Hall in December …
Alexander Ovechkin Passes Wayne Gretzky With Record-Breaking 895th Goal (WATCH) Alexander Ovechkin Passes Wayne Gretzky With Record-Breaking 895th Goal (WATCH)
Alexander Ovechkin Passes Wayne Gretzky With Record-Breaking 895th Goal (Watch) The Great Chase is over. Alexander Ovechkin did the once-unthinkable, topping Wayne Gretzky with his 895th career goal, putting himself atop the leaderboard with a record that may never be broken. Minutes into the second period on Sunday afternoon, Ovechkin took in a cross-ice pass in his favorite spot off the left wing, ending his chase with "The Great One" and bringing Capitals fans to their feet with his historic goal.  After putting the puck in the net for the 895th time, Ovechkin belly flopped across the ice as his team mobbed him on top of the Islanders logo at UBS Arena.  …
Maryland's Carmelo Anthony Headlines 2025 Basketball Hall Of Fame Class Maryland's Carmelo Anthony Headlines 2025 Basketball Hall Of Fame Class
Maryland's Carmelo Anthony Headlines 2025 Basketball Hall Of Fame Class The 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame class is stacked with stars — and packed with local roots. Baltimore native and Olympic superstar Carmelo Anthony is heading to the Hall of Fame, alongside fellow NBA All-Star Dwight Howard, UConn legends Sue Bird and Maya Moore, as well as the entire 2008 “Redeem Team,” the gold medal-winning Olympic squad that put USA Basketball back on top. The star-studded class was announced Saturday, April 5, and also includes Rockville Centre’s own Billy Donovan — a two-time NCAA champion turned NBA coach — and longtime NBA referee Danny Crawford.  Anthony, who …
‘The Great 8’ Catches ‘The Great One’: Ovechkin Ties Gretzky With 894th Goal ‘The Great 8’ Catches ‘The Great One’: Ovechkin Ties Gretzky With 894th Goal
‘The Great 8’ Catches ‘The Great One’: Ovechkin Ties Gretzky With 894th Goal "The Great 8" is standing side by side with "the Great One," and is poised to reach a new milestone.  With Wayne Gretzky watching from a suite at Capital One Arena, Alexander Ovechkin inched closer to history as he scored the 893rd and 894th goals of his career to tie the all-time NHL record. EIGHT. NINETY. FOUR. WE ARE WITNESSING GR8NESS. pic.twitter.com/6ia09pU2OF — x - Washington Capitals (@Capitals) April 5, 2025 The history-tying goal came halfway through the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks when he took the puck racing down the left wing and put it past the goalie…
Fencer Refuses To Compete Against Trans Opponent DQ'd From Maryland Tournament (VIDEO) Fencer Refuses To Compete Against Trans Opponent DQ'd From Maryland Tournament (VIDEO)
Fencer Refuses To Compete Against Trans Opponent DQ'd From Maryland Tournament (Video) Stephanie Turner trained for this moment all year. But when her name was called at a regional fencing tournament in Maryland, she dropped to her knees instead of raising her sword. Turner, 31, was disqualified from the Cherry Blossom Open at the University of Maryland on March 30 after refusing to fence a transgender athlete named on the roster, which she recognized the night before, she tells Fox News Digital. A video now going viral shows Turner kneeling on the piste as the match was about to begin. The referee gave her a black card on the spot, disqualifying her from the tournament. …
Buzz Is Building: Maryland Basketball Hires Texas A&M Coach To Replace Kevin Willard Buzz Is Building: Maryland Basketball Hires Texas A&M Coach To Replace Kevin Willard
Buzz Is Building: Maryland Basketball Hires Texas A&M Coach To Replace Kevin Willard Buzz is officially building in College Park. No April fooling. Buzz Williams, a proven winner with stops at Marquette, Virginia Tech, and most recently Texas A&M, has been named the new head coach of the Maryland Terrapins men’s basketball team, school officials announced Tuesday, April 1. The announcement comes just days after Kevin Willard’s exit for Villanova following a Sweet 16 run that captivated Terps Nation.  Now, Maryland is turning to a coach with 11 NCAA Tournament appearances, four Sweet 16 runs, and a reputation for gritty, disciplined basketball. Buzz Williams is…
Don't Miss Baltimore Singer Perform National Anthem At Oriole's Home Opener Don't Miss Baltimore Singer Perform National Anthem At Oriole's Home Opener
Don't Miss Baltimore Singer Perform National Anthem At Oriole's Home Opener It's been a banner month for Baltimore's Gabby Samone. First, the 22-year-old childcare specialist first stunned the judges on "American Idol," earning her golden ticket to Hollywood.  Talent Replay Now, on Monday afternoon, she will kick off the Orioles' season at by singing the National Anthem before the first pitch at an earlier-than-expected 2:35 p.m. start due to the incoming storm. "Samone grew up singing in the choir of New Bethel Abundant Life Ministries, a church just blocks away from Oriole Park, where she fell in love with music," MLB officials said.  "Today, …
Kevin Willard Leaves Maryland For Villanova After Magical Sweet 16 Run Kevin Willard Leaves Maryland For Villanova After Magical Sweet 16 Run
Kevin Willard Leaves Maryland For Villanova After Magical Sweet 16 Run Officials confirmed one of college basketball's worst-kept secrets: Kevin Willard is out at the University of Maryland and is taking over at Villanova University. Now, Willard is heading back to the Big East. Days after leading the Maryland Terrapins to their first Sweet 16 appearance in nearly a decade, Willard has officially left College Park to take over as the head coach at Villanova University, the school announced. The move comes amid weeks of speculation about his possible departure, much of which played out publicly. He reportedly accepted the offer from Villanova earlier this week…
Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game
Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game The Bronx Bombers more than lived up to their unofficial name in the second game of the 2025 season. The Yankees became only the second team in Major League Baseball history to hit nine home runs in a 20-9 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium on Saturday afternoon, March 29. It was the most homers hit in a game in franchise history. Right fielder Aaron Judge had three home runs, including a grand slam, and a career-high eight runs batted in. The Bombers started the game with an MLB record three first-pitch home runs off Brewers starter Nestor Cortes, who was traded from th…
Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NFL Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NFL Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ
Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-nfl Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ A former New York Giant faces dogfighting charges after authorities seized what they called the largest amount of dogs taken from a single person in a federal case. A grand jury indicted LeShon Johnson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, on charges related to animal fighting and trafficking, the Department of Justice said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25.  Johnson, 54, was charged with possessing 190 pit bull-type dogs for use in an animal fighting venture, along with selling, transporting, and delivering a dog for use in an animal fighting venture. "Dogfighting is a cruel, bloo…
Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star
Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star The apparent cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star. Click here for a new, updated story: Official Cause Of Death Revealed For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, on Sunday, March 23. He was 14 years old. Click here for a new, updated story - 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever': Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14 …
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO) Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO)
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (Video) President Donald Trump had the best seat in the house over the weekend as he watched Penn State wrestler Carter Starocci win his record-setting NCAA championship. Starocci became the first in history to win five Division I NCAA titles, topping Northern Iowa's Parker Keckeisen in the 184-pound final on Saturday in Philadelphia.  He then made a beeline to celebrate with the commander-in-chief, who was sitting in the front row. Carter Starocci made sure to go over and grab a picture with President Trump after winning his 5th NCAA title last night at the Wells Fargo Center #WeAre #Pen…
Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son
Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son The teenage son of a former New York Yankees star has died. Click here for a new, updated story: Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team on Sunday afternoon, March 23, revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while family was on vacation.  They sa…
DC Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later DC Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later
DC Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later Two men have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of a former college basketball standout and father of three at a DC nightclub in 2023, officials say. Blake Bozeman, 31, was shot and killed around 11:50 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, inside a bar in the 1300 block of H Street NE, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Bozeman, who played Division I basketball at Morgan State University in Baltimore, was celebrating a friend’s birthday when gunfire broke out.  Three others—a woman and two men—were also injured in the shooting but survived. On Friday, March 2…
George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76 George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76
George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76 Multi-time boxing champion and grill pitchman George Foreman has died at the age of 76, his family confirmed. "Big" George Edward Foreman, Sr. died on Friday, March 21 surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a lasting legacy inside and outside of the ring. "Our hearts are broken," his family wrote on Instagram, describing the champion and entrepreneur as "a devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility, and purpose." View this post on Instagram …
Ex-Ravens Assistant Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes Ex-Ravens Assistant Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes
Ex-Ravens Assistant Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes In a striking development that has captured national attention, a former NFL and collegiate football coach has been accused of hacking into computers at over 100 colleges and universities to gain access of intimate photos of students, allegedly targeting female athletes. The accused is Matthew Weiss, age 42, a Connecticut native from Cheshire, who previously served as co-offensive coordinator at the University of Michigan.  Acting United States Attorney Julie A. Beck announced the charges on Thursday, March 20. They include 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of…
March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting
March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting Let the madness begin! The day college basketball fans, office bracket pool gurus, and cute mascot aficionados have been waiting for is finally here. March Madness begins in earnest on Thursday, Mar. 20, with the start of the first round of the 2025 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. The women's first round begins the following day. The men's tourney officially tipped off on Tuesday, Mar. 18, with the annual First Four play-in games in Dayton, Ohio. Four teams have already won a game, including one of the most storied programs in North Carolina, and Alabama State on an incre…