Brittney Griner detention: Putin spokesman denies WNBA star being held hostage
"She violated Russian law, and now she’s being prosecuted. It’s not about being a hostage. There are lots of American citizens here. They’re enjoying their freedoms… but you have to obey the laws," Peskov told the outlet.
"She violated Russian law, and now she’s being prosecuted. It’s not about being a hostage. There are lots of American citizens here. They’re enjoying their freedoms… but you have to obey the laws," Peskov told the outlet.
Alfaro gets winning hit, Padres beat Diamondbacks 3-2 in 11
Jorge Alfaro singled home the winning run with one out in the 11th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Jorge Alfaro singled home the winning run with one out in the 11th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson dead at 26
The Baltimore Ravens say outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson has died.
The Baltimore Ravens say outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson has died.
Wife of WNBA's Griner says scheduled call never happened; U.S. officials say 'logistical error' to blame
WNBA star Brittney Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple’s fourth anniversary on June 18, but they never connected since the phone line at the embassy was not staffed, Cherelle Griner said.
WNBA star Brittney Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple’s fourth anniversary on June 18, but they never connected since the phone line at the embassy was not staffed, Cherelle Griner said.
Rally held in Phoenix for WNBA star Brittney Griner as she remains in Russian jail
The rally, which was put on by a group called the Shining Light Foundation, aims to raise continued awareness for Griner, who has been detained in Russia since February. FOX 10's Bailey Miller reports.
The rally, which was put on by a group called the Shining Light Foundation, aims to raise continued awareness for Griner, who has been detained in Russia since February. FOX 10's Bailey Miller reports.
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."
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.
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.
20 lawsuits against Deshaun Watson have been settled, accusers' attorney says
All but four of the 24 civil lawsuits against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson have been settled, attorney Tony Buzbee says.
All but four of the 24 civil lawsuits against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson have been settled, attorney Tony Buzbee says.
Caleb Swanigan, former Purdue standout and first-round NBA draft pick, dies at 25
Caleb Swanigan's inspiring story was chronicled in the days leading up to the NBA Draft.
Caleb Swanigan's inspiring story was chronicled in the days leading up to the NBA Draft.
Darvish deals, Machado-less Padres beat Diamondbacks 4-1
Zach Davies (2-4), who pitched for the Padres in 2020, lost his third straight decision over seven starts after allowing four runs and four hits in six innings. He hasn’t won since May 13, against the Chicago Cubs.
Zach Davies (2-4), who pitched for the Padres in 2020, lost his third straight decision over seven starts after allowing four runs and four hits in six innings. He hasn’t won since May 13, against the Chicago Cubs.
Gold blooded! Warriors celebrate NBA Finals win with San Francisco parade
Blue and yellow swirled in the skies on Monday as the Warriors celebrated their fourth NBA title in eight years.
Blue and yellow swirled in the skies on Monday as the Warriors celebrated their fourth NBA title in eight years.
Coyotes one step closer to new Tempe arena, Kyler Murray still waiting on contract: top sports stories
After a successful vote to continue negotiations, the Arizona Coyotes appear to be one step closer to a new arena in Tempe, the 2026 World Cup host cities were announced, and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray attended mandatory workouts, despite not having a new contract – these are the top stories in the world of sports from last week.
After a successful vote to continue negotiations, the Arizona Coyotes appear to be one step closer to a new arena in Tempe, the 2026 World Cup host cities were announced, and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray attended mandatory workouts, despite not having a new contract – these are the top stories in the world of sports from last week.
Kennedy’s grand slam powers D-backs over Twins for 7-1 win
The Diamondbacks rookie smashed a grand slam on a three-ball, no-strike count after forgetting to look at the third base coach for the take sign, and it led Arizona to a 7-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.
The Diamondbacks rookie smashed a grand slam on a three-ball, no-strike count after forgetting to look at the third base coach for the take sign, and it led Arizona to a 7-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.
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.
World swimming’s governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women’s events.
Longtime WWE referee Dave Hebner dead at 73
Dave Hebner was a part of some of the most famous WWE moments.
Dave Hebner was a part of some of the most famous WWE moments.
Sánchez slugs long homer, Twins pound Diamondbacks 11-1
The Twins built a big advantage early, and Minnesota cruised to an 11-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night.
The Twins built a big advantage early, and Minnesota cruised to an 11-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night.
Jordan Luplow slugs 2 HRs, Diamondbacks top Twins 7-2
Jordan Luplow homered twice to back Madison Bumgarner and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 Friday night.
Jordan Luplow homered twice to back Madison Bumgarner and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 Friday night.
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.
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.
Coyotes taking next steps toward building new arena in Tempe
Coyotes President and CEO Xavier Gutierrez Gutierrez and the team hope to have a deal for the 46-acre tract of land worked out by the end of the year, but know it could take longer.
Coyotes President and CEO Xavier Gutierrez Gutierrez and the team hope to have a deal for the 46-acre tract of land worked out by the end of the year, but know it could take longer.
FIFA 2026 World Cup: Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Miami among host cities selected
Philadelphia, San Francisco, Boston, and Kansas City are among the cities selected to host the 2026 World Cup.
Philadelphia, San Francisco, Boston, and Kansas City are among the cities selected to host the 2026 World Cup.