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Disturbing new details emerged Wednesday in the murder case against 2019 Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl champion linebacker Darron Lee, who has now been charged with first-degree murder in the violent death of a woman in Tennessee, according to a …

The NBA’s disciplinary ruling following Monday night’s on-court brawl between the Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets carried consequences far beyond the box score, costing four players nearly $2 million in combined salary and dealing immediate blows to both teams’ momentum …

Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams will make history in 2026, playing the San Francisco 49ers in the first-ever NFL game in Australia. Details have been scant, but the Rams will lose a home game as a result. However, …

After missing the postseason for a third consecutive season, the Cincinnati Bengals will hope this offseason is where things begin to change. The team’s struggles in 2025 primarily came defensively, as they allowed the third-most points in the NFL. Despite …

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton has fans talking after posting a cryptic message to Instagram that simply read, “Chapter Closed 🙏.” The post featured a black-and-white highlight clip of Sutton in action, and it didn’t take long for speculation …

Kristian Campbell’s versatility has given the Boston Red Sox a good problem to have. Still, manager Alex Cora told reporters this week he intends to deploy the Swiss Army knife prospect primarily in the outfield at the season’s outset. Campbell …

The storyline surrounding the Boston Celtics all season has been the impending question of whether Jayson Tatum will return from the Achilles injury he suffered in the playoffs last May, and the latest update on the star does, in fact, …

Maddie Mastro is a two-time Olympic snowboarder known for pushing the limits of women’s halfpipe and landing historic tricks at a young age. The 25-year-old from Wrightwood, California, has built one of the most accomplished résumés in the sport, even …

New details have emerged in the alleged murder case of former New York Jets linebacker Darron Lee. Lee was arrested in Tennessee on February 6th. He was then charged with first-degree murder in the death of his girlfriend, Gabriella Carvalho Perpétuo. …

OAKLAND – During a WNBA offseason with no end in sight, Natalie Nakase is treating the circumstances like business as usual.  The Valkyries’ coach is checking in on players – Veronica Burton and four other Valkyries are currently playing in …

A 2,980-square-foot house built in 1975 has changed hands. The spacious unit in the 16100 block of Maya Way in Los Gatos was sold on Jan. 2, 2026 for $2,435,000 which represents a price per square foot of $817. The …

Two ads among the many aired during Sunday’s Super Bowl broadcast didn’t sell beer, cars, fast food or cell phone services; rather they were opening salvos of what could be one of the year’s most expensive ballot measure duels. One …

Bay Area News Group boys soccer Top 10 (Mercury News & East Bay Times) No. 1 CLAYTON VALLEY CHARTER (16-0-1) Previous ranking: 1 Since last rankings: Beat Campolindo 1-0, Acalanes 3-0, Northgate 5-1, Mt. Diablo 3-1 Up next: Thursday vs. …

San Jose city leaders are moving ahead with a June ballot measure to raise hotel taxes, seeking to generate millions of dollars for critical services amid budgetary woes. Related Articles SJ faces up to a $65 million shortfall. Could a …

By Mark Kennedy | Associated Press NEW YORK — James Van Der Beek, a heartthrob who starred in coming-of-age dramas at the dawn of the new millennium, shooting to fame playing the titular character in “Dawson’s Creek” and in later …

<p>MARTINEZ — A Concord man was sentenced to 36 years and eight months in prison as part of a plea deal that required him to accept a conviction of killing a man in 2023, court records show.</p><p>Agustin Calderon, 43, pleaded …

By MARK KENNEDY NEW YORK (AP) — James Van Der Beek, a heartthrob who starred in coming-of-age dramas at the dawn of the new millennium, shooting to fame playing the titular character in “Dawson’s Creek” and in later years mocking his …

Denver is a step closer to enacting a new law banning all law enforcement officers — including U.S. Immigration and Customs agents — from wearing face coverings while detaining people after a City Council committee advanced the proposed ordinance Wednesday. …

El agente de la Patrulla Fronteriza que le disparó a Marimar Martínez en octubre parece haber girado el volante hacia la izquierda, en dirección del automóvil de Martínez, en un video de cámara corporal del incidente, divulgado el martes por …

James Van Der Beek, best known as Dawson on TV’s “Dawson’s Creek” who later mocked his own hunky persona, has died at 48 of colorectal cancer. His family posted that news Wednesday on Instagram, saying he died earlier the same …

Don’t throw away your shot, Hamilfans: The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is returning to Chicago and so is the $10 digital lottery. Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago announced Wednesday that the digital lottery will open next week. The …

Five months ago the global food company Kraft Heinz said it would split into two independent companies, but it’s now backing away from the plan following a challenging year. The Chicago-based company said Wednesday it would instead invest $600 million …

The New York Yankees are expected to start the 2026 regular season with a handful of injuries sidelined, but that’s been known for several months now. Some of those players include: Carlos Rodon, Anthony Volpe, Clarke Schmidt, and Gerrit Cole. …

It appears that the Las Vegas Raiders are leaning toward selecting Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but some believe the team should consider trading down. It’s true that the Raiders have …

Cooper Kupp didn’t need a long speech to steal the show; he just needed the final mic. As Seattle’s Super Bowl LX celebration rolled from a ticketed trophy event at Lumen Field into the championship parade route downtown, Kupp was …

Jordan Stolz is Team USA’s breakout speed skating star at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, competing in four individual events after dominating the world stage the past three seasons. As he chases medals in the 500m, 1000m, 1500m and …

Pitching in the Major Leagues has become a Leiter Family tradition. Mark Leiter technically started things when he was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 1983 out of college. The oldest of the Leiter boys, he made his MLB debut …

Things appear to be pointing toward veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers returning for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. Nevertheless, the more quarterbacks available this offseason, the better it will be for the Steelers. On the list of signal-callers who could be …

For all of the money and fame that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has accumulated over a decade in the NFL, he’s done little in terms of legacy. What’s that mean, exactly? Legacy is winning championships. Legacy is winning the …

The New York Jets didn’t come close to reaching Super Bowl LX in 2025, which isn’t much of a surprise. The opposite was true for one of their former quarterbacks, though, as Sam Darnold was the guy under center for …

The Houston Texans have a pressing need to address on the offensive side of the ball, and it is not quarterback C.J. Stroud’s future. Instead, the Texans must continue to build out their roster around Stroud, and a player like …

The New York Mets are heading into the 2026 season with lofty expectations, especially after some of the additions they made to the roster either via MLB free agency or the trade market. The Mets’ starting rotation, which now includes …

Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama has taken the Olympics by storm with his self-expression and flawless technique. The 22-year-old three-time Olympic silver medalist is keeping American favorite Ilia Malinin on his toes. “In sports, you never know what happens until …

The Washington Nationals have acquired reliever Andre Granillo in a swap with the St. Louis Cardinals. Recent waiver claim George Soriano heads back the other way in the deal. Granillo put together a dominant 2025 campaign in Triple-A. His first …

The Arizona Cardinals are excited about the hiring of new coach Mike LaFleur, who brings a lot of promise. Following a 3-14 season, it is very much welcomed. LaFleur worked under successful head coaches Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay, and …

The Detroit Lions are full of surprises, and they’ve made another coaching move that’s out of thin air. Of course, their first unexpected move was when, after interviewing a range of high-profile candidates, the Lions hired Drew Petzing as their …

As much as the Cleveland Browns could be in position to better themselves this offseason, with two first-round draft picks and clear areas that need addressing on the offensive front and at the wide receiver spots, the one drag no …

The Boston Celtics made the decision to trade Anfernee Simons to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Nikola Vucevic. It was a trade made to improve their weakest position. Improving the center spot gives the team more versatility down the …

The Cleveland Browns could look to bring in another tight end to replace David Njoku, as he announced he’d be signing elsewhere. Harold Fannin Jr. took over as the Browns’ starting tight end, but the team still could use a …

Aljamain Sterling want to stay ready as he pushes toward a UFC featherweight title shot. He recently expressed interest in serving as the backup for Movsar Evloev vs. Lerone Murphy. His request adds another twist to the already high-stakes matchup. …