Lawmakers introduce bill to prevent heat deaths among student athletes

A new bill introduced in Congress this week honors the life of 19-year-old Jordan McNair, a University of Maryland football player who collapsed from heatstroke during practice in 2018. 

House Oversight Chairman urges swift action on RFK Stadium site redevelopment deal

House Oversight Chairman James Comer is calling on D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson to act quickly on plans for the Robert F. Kennedy Stadium redevelopment deal with the Washington Commanders.

Von Miller signs 1-year deal with Washington Commanders: AP

Von Miller, the NFL’s active sacks leader, is signing with the Washington Commanders roughly a week before training camp opens.

MLB legend Hank Aaron honored by Braves during All-Star Game in Atlanta

The tribute to Hank Aaron during the 2025 All-Star Game at Truist Park featured holographic projection, original broadcast audio, and fireworks.

PHOTOS: MLB All-Star Game 2025 Red Carpet dazzles fans in Atlanta

Hours before the first pitch of the MLB All-Star Game 2025, baseball’s biggest stars lit up the red carpet outside Truist Park in a dazzling display of fashion.

MLB tests robot umpires in 2025 All-Star Game with challenge system

MLB is using its automated strike zone system in the All-Star Game for the first time, giving teams limited challenges amid ongoing debate over robot umpires.

Washington wideout Terry McLaurin still absent as contract conversations stall

Washington Commanders’ star wide receiver Terry McLaurin has reached a contract impasse with the team, openly expressing his frustration and uncertainty about participating in training camp as negotiations stall.

Commanders to retire Art Monk's jersey
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Our Chad Ricardo caught up with fans after the Commanders announced they?ll retire wide receiver Art Monk?s iconic No. 81 jersey.

Frederick Douglass HS unveils new weight room with help from NFL vet Kyle Arrington

Students at Frederick Douglass High School celebrated the opening of a newly renovated weight room Monday, thanks to support from former NFL cornerback Kyle Arrington and his E.V.O.L.V.E Foundation.

Washington Commanders to retire Art Monk’s No. 81 jersey this November

The Washington Commanders announced Tuesday that Hall of Fame wide receiver Art Monk’s iconic No. 81 jersey will be retired on November 2, in a special ceremony when the team hosts the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football.

Ex-MLB pitcher convicted in Lake Tahoe ambush attack

Former Major League Baseball player Daniel Serafini, who grew up in the Bay Area, was convicted of murdering his father-in-law and attempting to kill his mother-in-law in a 2021 ambush attack in Lake Tahoe.

MLB Home Run Derby 2025: Young fans steal the show at Truist Park

Young fans at Truist Park shared their enthusiasm and opinions on baseball, with spirited support for players like Matt Olson and Kyle Schwarber.

MLB draft: Washington Nationals add powerful bat, strong arm after Eli Willits pick

With all the attention on Eli Willits, the No. 1 overall selection by the Washington Nationals in the 2025 Major League Baseball Amateur Draft on Sunday, two picks are flying under the radar.

Eli Willits drafted by Washington Nationals with No. 1 overall pick in MLB draft

The Washington Nationals selected Oklahoma high school shortstop Eli Willits with the No. 1 pick in Major League Baseball’s amateur draft in a selection seen by some as a surprise.

DC Council budget includes talks of wage increase, RFK Stadium deal

D.C. Council announces a new budget that includes a proposed increase of tipped worker wages to $20 per hour from the current $17.50.

DC Defenders host UFL championship celebration at the Wharf

After the DC Defenders took the UFL championship title in June, the team plans to celebrate their first win on July 12 at District Wharf.