Capela's heel feeling 'way, way, way better'

The Hawks' season is over, but Clint Capela said he could have made his debut for his new team had Atlanta snuck into the resumed NBA season in Orlando this July.

MLB offers players 80% of prorated salaries, 72-game season

Details of the proposal obtained by The Associated Press reveal Major League Baseball has offered players 80% of their prorated salaries and a 72-game schedule starting July 14 in an effort to start the pandemic-delayed season.

NASCAR'S Bubba Wallace finds voice

Bubba Wallace has always understood his platform as the only full-time, African American driver in NASCAR.

Draft pick from Georgia Tech gets surprise call from Bryce Harper

After getting picked in the 5th round of the MLB Draft by the Philadelphia Phillies, Georgia Tech outfielder Baron Radcliff's phone was probably blowing up. That might explain why he didn't answer one particular call at first.

Bocanegra talks about tournament unknowns, Atlanta's future plans

Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra is ready to see his team back on the field at the MLS is Back Tournament in Orlando. What life away from the pitch will look like in Florida, however, is more up in the air.

NFL will observe Juneteenth as league holiday, closing all offices

The NFL announced on Friday that it will observe Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a recognized holiday. 

NFL commits to donating $250 million over 10 years to support programs that combat systemic racism

Following public support for the recent protests that have erupted across the country condemning police brutality and racial injustice by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, the league has announced a contribution of $250 million over 10 years to social justice reform. 

NASCAR: Confederate flag prohibited at all events, properties

NASCAR on Wednesday announced it will ban the display of the Confederate flag at all of its events and properties.

Decatur High alum picked by Cardinals in MLB Draft

Former Decatur High School star Jordan Walker was picked by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round of the MLB Draft. 

US Soccer repeals rule that banned kneeling during national anthem

U.S. Soccer's board of directors has voted to repeal a 2017 policy that required national team players to stand during the national anthem, a rule adopted after Megan Rapinoe kneeled in support of Colin Kaepernick.

MLS to resume season in Orlando July 8

All 26 teams will participate in a World Cup-style tournament starting July 8 at in Orlando, culminating in a championship on Aug. 11.

Georgia Tech installing artificial turf for 2020 season

Georgia Tech is installing artificial turf on Grant Field at Bobby Dodd Stadium for the 2020 season.

Pierce believes it is time for young Hawks to become winners

The Atlanta Hawks are excited about their future even after finishing their shortened season near the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

NASCAR to allow limited number of fans at upcoming races in Florida and Alabama

Fans will soon be in the stands once more for NASCAR races. NASCAR announced Tuesday it plans to reintroduce guests at upcoming races in both Florida and Alabama.

NASCAR bringing back fans for Homestead-Miami, Talladega races

NASCAR fans will be able to get back into race tracks beginning with the June 14 Dixie Vodka 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway and June 21's GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.

PGA Tour to hold minute of silence at 8:46 to honor George Floyd

In a memo to players Tuesday, Commissioner Jay Monahan said there would be a moment of silence in each of the four rounds at the Charles Schwab Challenge that will coincide with the 8:46 a.m. tee time.

Report: Gurely passes physical in Atlanta

NFL insider Adam Schefter reported Tuesday morning that running back Todd Gurley has passed his physical in Atlanta, two months after agreeing to terms with the Falcons.

Some Georgia high school teams start workouts with stepped up safety measures

Georgia high school sports took a step towards getting back to normal. On Monday, fall sports teams were allowed by the Georgia High School Association to work out for the first time, since activities were halted due to COVID-19.

Reports: MLB offers 76-game season, up to 75% of salaries

Major League Baseball teams have made a new offer to start the coronavirus-delayed season, proposing they guarantee 50% of players' prorated salaries over a 76-game regular season.