49ers owner Jed York originally faced a charge of engaging in prostitution and possessing criminal tools. He later reached a plea deal on a lesser charge.

While the Chicago White Sox had their own history to rewrite, they might have also played a part in dismantling the Houston Astros dynasty.

Arike Ogunbowale was eligible for the WNBA supermax salary but said it was a "no-brainer" to take a discount on her contract extension with Dallas.

The Astros look to stay alive at home against the White Sox in Game 2 of their AL wild card series. They'll have ace Hunter Brown on the mound.

The Astros look to stay alive at home against the White Sox in Game 2 of their AL wild card series. They'll have ace Hunter Brown on the mound.

Rookie left hander Hagen Smith helped the Chicago White Sox prevail in Game 1 of their AL wild-card series against the Houston Astros.

Astros and White Sox square off in high-stakes MLB wild card series. Follow for live updates.

The Rockets hope getting VanVleet and Adams back on the court for this season will boost performance and morale after a first-round playoff exit.

Before Siddharth Jawahar was sentenced to prison this month and ordered to pay back $31 million to victims, he ran a Ponzi scheme for almost a decade.

Gauff will play for the Florida Flamingos this December and face off against Jessica Pegula as part of the relaunched pro tennis league.

As transgender athlete eligibility debate roils in WNBA, a state-by-state look at where transgender girls can and can't play school sports.

With two days left in the WNBA regular season, the playoff race is complicated. With seven games left, seeds 2 through 8 are up for grabs.

18-year-old Addisyn Baird signed a contract to play for the LA Queens in the WPBL playoffs this month. After, she'll go back to finish high school.

Olympic medalist Alysia Montaño is launching the Mother in Sport Collective for athlete moms and brands that support them.

The next three editions of the WTA's year-end tournament will be held where the Women's Tennis Association is moving its global headquarters.

Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo filed a lawsuit against Univ. of Louisville Health for failing to properly diagnose a heart condition.

Organizers of global endurance race Hyrox face backlash after allowing a top athlete to share equipment and finish after she soiled herself midrace.

18-year-old Addisyn Baird signed a contract to play for the LA Queens in the WPBL playoffs this month. After, she'll go back to finish high school.

The golf league's restructuring plan as described in court documents is creative but not without risk, according to a Harvard law professor.

The golf league's restructuring plan as described in court documents is creative but not without risk, according to a Harvard law professor.

Sam Kerr's return to Gotham FC and the NWSL was hailed as a win for the growing league. It also shows the Australian striker is as hungry as ever.

World Team Tennis unveiled the 2026 schedule for its comeback season and added Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Learner Tien and Iva Jovic.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is retiring after the 2026 season. Explaining the highs and lows of her seven-year tenure.

A Boston University study found that NFL players with advanced CTE did not qualify for compensation under the NFL Concussion Settlement.

A former Cal softball player has sued the university and its former head softball coach, alleging she was pressured into into a sexual relationship.

USA TODAY experts make their picks for which players will emerge victorious at the US Open tennis tournament.

NFL policy allows the league to punish owners who violate its personal conduct policy and can even force a sell. What does that mean for 49ers owner Jed York?

Carlos Alcaraz, No. 2 in the ATP rankings, announced on Aug. 20 he's returning after a four-month injury absence to play in the 2026 U.S. Open.

World Team Tennis, the mixed-gender league founded by Billie Jean King in 1974, is relaunching with teams in New York, South Florida and Toronto.

The Tulsa National Little League team has a temporary restraining order to compete for a spot in the Little League Baseball World Series on Tuesday.

Carillo, known for her incisive tennis commentary and Olympics coverage, will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Aug. 29.

U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff said she understands the goals of the new requirement, but remains concerned about attacks on transgender athletes.

The WNBA's 16th team unveiled its name: the Cleveland Sirens. Here's what we know about the decision.

Three-time Paralympian Mohamed Lahna swam, cycled and ran across 16 states, starting in New York on June 13 and finishing in California on July 29.

The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was shot at the couple's home in Virginia the night of Sunday, according to a report.

Renee Richards is the only openly transgender player in tennis history. A new biography explores Richards' legacy and debate around trans athletes.

LeBron James is heading to Philadelphia, forming a new super team with All-Stars Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown.

WNBA forward Brianna Turner, who played for the Fever in 2025, alleged that players were "encouraged to keep quiet" about the issue.

The WTA quietly updated its eligibility policy on July 20 to require an SRY gene test, following a similar policy implemented by the IOC in March.

Star athletes like Serena Williams Sophia Wilson are balancing motherhood with careers on the field or court, and thriving like never before.

Lionel Messi and his teammates showcased a flair for drama, frequently scoring in the 90th minute or later to help Argentina keep advancing.

Suni Lee overcame severe kidney disease to win three medals at the Paris Olympics, including a bronze in the all-around.