Naomi Osaka says press conference format 'in great need of a refresh'

Naomi Osaka said the press conference format between journalists and athletes is “in great need of a refresh” in a new essay on mental health.

Errant firework kills Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender

Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks died of chest trauma from an errant fireworks mortar blast in what authorities described Monday as a tragic accident on the Fourth of July.

Former Washington Football Team employee 'disappointed' with NFL response

Washington Football Team owner Dan Snyder has agreed to pay $10 million after an investigation found a "very toxic" environment at the club and a culture of fear and harassment.

Sha'Carri Richardson suspended, will miss Olympic 100 after drug test

Sha’Carri Richardson cannot run in the Olympic 100-meter race after testing positive for a chemical found in marijuana, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency announced Friday.

VIDEO: Tornado warning, heavy downpour halts Washington Nationals game

A tornado warning forced the Washington Nationals to stop their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday as fans sought shelter from the strong winds and heavy downpour.

Washington Football Team fined $10M after investigation reveals serious misconduct, 'hostile' work environment

The owner of the Washington Football Team released a statement Thursday after the team was fined $10 million dollars after an investigation noted a hostile workplace culture at the club, including bullying and harassment.

NCAA OKs student athlete compensation

The expected approval from the NCAA Board of Directors came a few days after a recommendation from the Division I Council to allow athletes in every state to pursue compensation for their name, image and likeness without jeopardizing their college eligibility.

Family of former pitcher Tyler Skaggs files wrongful death lawsuits against LA Angels

Nearly two years after his death, officials announced on Tuesday the family of former Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs filed wrongful death lawsuits against the team.

Tour de France: Woman who caused crash will be sued, officials say

Tour de France Deputy Director Pierre-Yves Thouault said the organization would be suing a woman who caused a crash which injured several riders during Stage 1 of the race.

FedEx Field getting a grass surface makeover

The Washington Football Team’s squad isn’t the only thing the organization is trying to improve dramatically this offseason – FedEx Field is getting a makeover too.

Nationals' Max Scherzer unhappy over substance checks: 'I'll take off all my clothes'

Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer returned to the mound to face the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night after a stint on the injury list and didn't appear to be pleased with baseball's constant grip-enhancing substance checks.

‘I’m gay’: Carl Nassib becomes 1st active NFL player to come out

Las Vegas Raiders’ Defensive End Carl Nassib revealed he’s gay in a social media post and said he wants to prevent suicides among LGBTQ youth.

Transgender weightlifter selected to compete at Tokyo Olympics

Weightlifter Laurel Hubbard from New Zealand will be the first transgender athlete to ever compete at an Olympic Games.