Redskins draft Alabama DL Jonathan Allen with 17th pick

An early run on offensive players worked in the Washington Redskins' favor, allowing them to try to boost their lackluster defense by picking versatile Alabama lineman Jonathan Allen with the 17th overall pick in the NFL draft Thursday night.

Crosby scores twice, Bonino has winner as Pens beat Caps

Sidney Crosby scored two goals in 52 seconds, Nick Bonino had the winner in the third period and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series on Thursday night.

Minnesota teenager could become first American boxer to fight in hijab

A new rule expected to be adopted by the governing body for USA Boxing will allow female Muslim fighters to compete in hijab, the traditional Islamic headscarf, according to a press release from the Council on American-Islamic Relations. The group has been fighting on behalf of an Oakdale, Minn., teenager who wants to wear leggings and long sleeves, as well as a hijab,...

Capitals rooftop yoga, ticket hunts, playoff babies help keep postseason excitement alive

The Washington Capitals have pushed passed the Toronto Maple Leafs and are now getting ready to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second round of the NHL playoffs.

Home, sweet home: Beal, Wall lead Wizards past Hawks, 103-99

Back at home, and back in charge, Bradley Beal scored 27 points, and John Wall added 20 points and 14 assists, leading the Washington Wizards to a 103-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night for a 3-2 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

WATCH: Man bowls perfect 300 in 87 seconds

For most of us, bowling a perfect game is a longshot at best.  But one upstate New York man has turned it into an art.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. to retire after this season

Dale Earnhardt Jr. will put his car in park at the end of this cup season. Hendrick Motorsports announced this morning that the NASCAR fan favorite plans to retire.

Caps win tight series over Leafs to set up rematch with Pens

On paper, it looked as if the Washington Capitals could cruise past the Toronto Maple Leafs as the Pittsburgh Penguins and Columbus Blue Jackets beat each other up on the other side of the bracket.

Arcadia HS administration error causes three tennis stars to miss state tournament

Three tennis stars from Aracadia High School are left out of this year's state tournament after the staff missed the deadline to register for the tournament with AIA.

Justin Williams scores OT game-winner as Caps beat Leafs in Game 5

Justin Williams scored the overtime winner as the Washington Capitals beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 Friday night in Game 5 to take a 3-2 lead in their first-round series.

Arizona non-profit teams with Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt to 'Strike Out Cancer'

A valley non-profit is teaming up with a big name in baseball to strike out cancer. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more on how you can make a difference and win an autographed baseball from Arizona Diamondbacks player Paul Goldschmidt.

Redskins to host Thanksgiving game for first time as 2017 schedule released

The NFL has released its regular season schedule for the 2017 season and the Washington Redskins will be opening Week 1 at home against NFC East rival Philadelphia Eagles.

Patriots hit back at New York Times over White House tweet

The New England Patriots are taking issue with a New York Times photo comparison that suggested a significantly smaller turnout for a Super Bowl celebration at the White House with President Donald Trump than one two years ago with President Barack Obama.

HBO announces Buccaneers will be featured on 'Hard Knocks'

Whether they like it or not, the Bucs will be featured on this summer's edition of "Hard Knocks." A first for the team, but not for everyone involved.

Harper hits 2 HRs, drives in 5, as Nats slam Braves 14-4

Bryce Harper had two homers, including a grand slam, among four hits and the Washington Nationals overwhelmed Julio Teheran and the Atlanta Braves 14-4 on Wednesday night.

Capitals beat Maple Leafs 5-4, tie series at 2 games apiece

Tom Wilson and T.J. Oshie each scored two goals, and the Washington Capitals beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 on Wednesday night to tie their first-round playoff series at two games apiece.