Braves take on Freddie Freeman, Dodgers for 1st time at Truist Park

For the first time ever, Freddie Freeman will step onto the field at Truist Park and face off against the Braves in what is set to be an extremely emotional game.

This weekend’s USFL games: Familiar foes clash in postseason semifinals

Stakes are high this weekend in the USFL playoffs with the final four teams fighting for a chance to compete in next week’s championship game.

Swimmer Anita Alvarez pulled from bottom of pool by coach in dramatic rescue

U.S. coach Andrea Fuentes knew something was wrong when she saw swimmer Anita Alvarez sink motionless to the bottom of the pool during a solo free routine on Wednesday.

Arch Manning announces highly anticipated commitment

Arch Manning is the son of Cooper Manning, the nephew of Eli and Peyton and the grandson of Archie and is taking the legacy of his last name to the Longhorns.

Ohio State University awarded trademark on use of word 'THE'

Ohio State’s trademark allows them to use the word “THE” on t-shirts, baseball caps, hats, and other clothing.

Phone call between Brittney Griner and wife rescheduled after 'unfortunate mistake'

The White House says a phone call between jailed WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife has been rescheduled after an earlier attempt to connect on the couple’s anniversary failed because of an “unfortunate mistake."

Rob 'Gronk' Gronkowski announces retirement from Buccaneers, NFL on Instagram

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost Tom Brady to retirement, but then he came back. Now, his longtime teammate and apparent best buddy, Rob ‘Gronk’ Gronkowski is announcing his exit from professional football.

World swimming bans transgender athletes from women's events

World swimming’s governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women’s events.

All eyes on NFL’s pending decision regarding Deshaun Watson

While Deshaun Watson maintains his innocence, the Cleveland Browns and football fans everywhere wait for the NFL to determine an appropriate penalty for the star quarterback accused of sexual misconduct by 24 women.

Warriors beat Celtics 103-90 to win 4th NBA title in 8 years

The Golden State Warriors are NBA champions once again, topping the Boston Celtics 103-90 on Thursday night for their fourth title in the last eight seasons.

Atlanta will host World Cup 2026 matches
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What will the Atlanta Bid Committee for the World Cup 2026 need to do to prepare?

Atlanta picked as a host city for 2026 World Cup
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The city of Atlanta was among 16 cities picked by FIFA to host matches for the 2026 World Cup.

Riley homers twice, Braves win 14th straight, 8-2 over Nats

Austin Riley homered twice, rookie Spencer Strider allowed one hit over 5 2/3 innings, and the Atlanta Braves won their 14th straight game, 8-2 over the last-place Washington Nationals on Wednesday night.

Braves hit five homers, beat Nats 10-4 for 13th straight win

Atlanta hit back-to-back homers for the third straight game, this time doing it twice. D’Arnaud and Marcell Ozuna went deep in the third inning, and Orlando Arcia and Harris II followed in the sixth.

Brittney Griner's detention in Russia extended for third time

U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2 after her detention was extended for a third time.

Steph Curry defends wife: ‘Ayesha Curry CAN cook'

Steph Curry's t-shirt read "Ayesha Curry CAN cook," a jab at a Boston-area brewery that had storefront signs mocking his wife, Ayesha, and daughter, Riley.