NCAA President Mark Emmert to step down by June 2023

NCAA Board of Governors Chairman John DeGioia announced the move Tuesday and said it was by mutual agreement.

Commanders being investigated by DC, Virginia attorneys general

Virginia's attorney general is opening an investigation into the Washington Commanders' alleged financial improprieties. 

Football signed by Super Bowl LVI halftime stars is up for auction

An authentic football from Super Bowl LVI with the signatures of some of the halftime show's star performers hits the auction block.

‘Heartbroken’ fan puts Tom Brady’s record-setting 624th touchdown ball up for auction

When Tom Brady announced his retirement in February, for 40 days, Janice Green owned what was potentially one of the most valuable footballs in the world. That is, until he "unretired."

Chris Cheeks, DC native and former VCU basketball star, dead at 54

Chris Cheeks, the D.C. native who built a legacy on the basketball court at Virginia Commonwealth University, has died. He was 54.

Hockey Hall of Famer, Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur dies at age 70

Hockey Hall of Famer Guy Lafleur, who helped the Montreal Canadiens win five Stanley Cup titles in the 1970s, has died at age 70.

Stephen Curry launches ‘Underrated’ golf tour to help underrepresented kids

The tour, called Underrated, announced the launch citing its commitment to balancing participation in the sport “to truly reflect our society.”

Fedex Field drops bid to host 2026 FIFA World Cup games

Washington D.C. is merging its campaign to host 2026 FIFA World Cup game with Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium after FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, dropped out of bidding.

DC United to host FC Bayern Munich at Audi Field this summer

Audi Field announced plans Thursday to host an Audi Football Summit friendly match between German Bundesliga team FC Bayern Munich and D.C. United.

Major League Baseball scout sues Washington Nationals over COVID vaccine related firing

A longtime Major League Baseball scout is suing the Washington Nationals for being fired after refusing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine because of religious objections he raised, according to his attorneys.

DC United Head Coach Hernán Losada fired; Assistant Coach assumes interim role

D.C. United has announced that Head Coach Hernán Losada has been fired and will depart the organization effective immediately. Assistant Coach Chad Ashton will assume the role of Interim Head Coach.

Liverpool, Manchester United fans honor Cristiano Ronaldo after death of newborn son

A moving moment of the Liverpool vs. Man United match, held at Anfield stadium, came at seven minutes — in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 United jersey.

Washington Commanders send letter to FTC denying financial impropriety

The NFL’s Washington Commanders denied several allegations of financial impropriety in a letter sent Monday to the U.S Federal Trade Commission.

Cristiano Ronaldo announces death of newborn son

Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Monday that one of his newborn twins has died, writing: "It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel."

Boston Marathon: Kenyans Evans Chebet, Peres Jepchirchir win 2022 race

Evans Chebet of Kenya won the men’s Boston Marathon 2022 title, while Peres Jepchirchir — also of Kenya — won the women’s title.