Competitors hope log rolling becomes Olympic event in future

As the Summer Olympics in Rio approaches, sports such as rugby and golf will be joining 40 others in this year's games. But soon, they might have make way on the medal stand for log rolling.

NBA: 2017 All-Star Game moving from Charlotte over HB2

The 2017 NBA All-Star game will be relocated from Charlotte after the state failed to reverse its decision on House Bill 2, North Carolina's controversial bathroom bill, the NBA announced Thursday.

George Washington University investigating basketball coach Mike Lonergan

George Washington University says it is bringing in outside counsel as part of an investigation into allegations against men's basketball coach Mike Lonergan.

Russia loses appeal against Olympic track and field ban

Russia lost its appeal Thursday against the Olympic ban on its track and field athletes, a decision which could add pressure on the IOC to exclude the country entirely from next month's games in Rio de Janeiro.

New study finds almost 4 in 5 people oppose kids under 14 playing tackle football

A new study is revealing that most Americans are concerned about brain injuries when it comes to participating in sports while also being opposed to children under the age of 14 playing tackle football.

VIDEO: Storm water floods Nationals Park after game

The heavy storms that rolled through our area created flooded conditions across the region – even at Nationals Park. The game between the Nats and the Los Angeles Dodgers was just wrapping up Tuesday when the storms hit.

Longtime Redskins superfan Chief Zee dies

Chief Zee, a longtime Washington Redskins superfan who showed up to games dressed in a faux American Indian headdress, has died.

San Jose football coach knows no limits, inspires kids

Robert Mendez was born without arms and legs, but he refuses to be limited by his physical differences and lives life to the fullest, even coaching San Jose High’s Varsity football team.

Couple marks 64th anniversary with unforgettable baseball memory

For Carol and Warren Reckmeyer, there may have been no better way to celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary, than with a special baseball game celebration.

Tim Tebow: Speaking at RNC 'a rumor'

CLEVELAND (AP) — Thursday morning he was among the biggest stars featured on Donald Trump's convention lineup. Thursday night, Tim Tebow declared his attendance at next week's Republican National Convention was nothing more than "a rumor."

FOX 5's Jim Lokay throws out first pitch at Bowie Baysox game
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On "Jim Appreciation Night," FOX 5's Jim Lokay went out to the ballpark to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Bowie Baysox game.

Draymond Green arrested for assault, court document shows

Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green, 26, was arrested Sunday night during an assault in East Lansing, according to court documents released Monday.

UFC sold for $4 billion, White stays on to run promotion

The UFC has been sold for approximately $4 billion to a group led by Hollywood talent agency WME-IMG.

Spanish matador fatally gored, first time since 1985

A bullfighter was fatally gored in Spain in an eastern town — the first professional matador to be killed in the ring in more than three decades.