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Nelly Korda leads at halfway in pursuit of maiden major title

September 12, 2020 10:29 AM CNN

Nelly Korda is closing on her first major golf title as a five-under 67 saw the young American take a two-shot halfway lead at the ANA Inspiration in…

UTEP, Texas to face off with 18,000 fans in the stands expected for the game in Austin

September 12, 2020 10:28 AM Texas Tribune

AUSTIN, Texas — David Flores, a University of Texas at Austin alumnus who’s had Longhorn football season tickets for the past six years, said he…

Iranian champion wrestler Navid Afkari executed despite international campaign

September 12, 2020 4:12 AM CNN

Iranian champion wrestler Navid Afkari has been executed in Iran on Saturday, according to Iran’s state-run news agency IRNA, despite a…

Zverev reaches first Grand Slam final after comeback win at US Open, will face Thiem

September 12, 2020 2:08 AM CNN

It wasn’t a classic five-setter, but Alexander Zverev might not mind. Zverev came from two sets down to beat Pablo Carreño Busta 3-6 2-6 6-3…

Why UTEP moved graduation ceremonies online, but allowed fans at football games

September 11, 2020 11:55 PM Adrian Ochoa

EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7 is learning more about how UTEP came to the decision to move graduation ceremonies online, instead of holding it in-person.…

No. 14 Texas eager for opener vs. UTEP before chasing Big 12 title

September 11, 2020 9:26 PM Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — For Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger, each day of summer workouts and training camp felt like uneasy steps toward a season that might…

Kansas City Chiefs fans booed players during a moment of unity against racism

September 11, 2020 11:35 AM CNN

The Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans kicked off the 2020 NFL season by holding a moment of unity against racism together on the field at…

The NFL’s racial justice efforts fall far short

September 11, 2020 8:08 AM CNN

The National Football League’s efforts to recognize the enormity of this generational opportunity for racial justice, punctuated by a massive…

Miami Dolphins say they’ll stay in locker room for NFL National Anthem. ‘We don’t need another publicity parade’

September 11, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

Members of the Miami Dolphins say they will “stay inside” for both “The Star-Spangled Banner” and the “Lift Every Voice…

Nelly Korda takes ANA Inspiration lead as temperatures soar in California

September 11, 2020 4:44 AM CNN

The temperatures might not have yet hit the heights expected later this weekend, but the California heat tested Nelly Korda as she fought for the…

Two-time golf major winner John Daly reveals bladder cancer diagnosis

September 11, 2020 3:45 AM CNN

Two-time golf major winner John Daly has revealed he’s been diagnosed with bladder cancer. The 54-year-old underwent a procedure to remove the…

Two-time golf major winner John Daly reveals bladder cancer diagnosis

September 11, 2020 3:45 AM CNN

Two-time golf major winner John Daly has revealed he’s been diagnosed with bladder cancer. The 54-year-old underwent a procedure to remove the…

Marathon runner Chirine Njeim wants to use the Olympics to tell the world about Lebanon

September 11, 2020 2:06 AM CNN

Four-time Lebanese Olympian Chirine Njeim was on the phone with her mother in Beirut when the 2,750 metric tons of ammonium nitrate exploded. Within…

Serena Williams upset by Victoria Azarenka at US Open, temporarily ending bid for record 24th major

September 11, 2020 2:03 AM CNN

Serena Williams enjoyed her best start at this year’s US Open on Thursday but it was a familiar foe, Victoria Azarenka, who finished the…

Why American billionaire Joseph DaGrosa thinks now is the right time to invest in European football

September 11, 2020 1:05 AM CNN

With certain revenue streams dried up, football clubs, like many other sports franchises around the world, have been forced to take a financial hit…

The most memorable moments from Chiefs vs. Texans on opening night

September 11, 2020 12:48 AM CNN

It’s been over seven months since Super Bowl LIV, and the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs picked up right where they left off with a…

Chiefs top Texans 34-20 in NFL’s opener

September 10, 2020 9:50 PM Jim Parker

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Just about the only thing that looked familiar about the NFL’s long-awaited return Thursday night was the sight of…

Tom Herman credits UTEP assistant Barrick Nealy with career

September 10, 2020 9:30 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas – It will be tough for UTEP to slow down Tom Herman this Saturday. The 4th-year Texas head coach has led the Longhorns to three…

Here’s what happened during the anthems at the NFL season opener

September 10, 2020 8:40 PM CNN

The 2020 NFL season kicked off Thursday evening with the Kansas City Chiefs playing the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium. With a few fans in the…

Cowboys most valuable NFL team for 14th year in a row; worth $5.7 billion

September 10, 2020 6:01 PM Associated Press

DALLAS, Texas — Forbes estimates the Dallas Cowboys are the NFL’s most valuable franchise at $5.7 billion, the 14th consecutive year they’ve…

UTEP Men’s golf coach Scott Lieberwirth announces resignation

September 10, 2020 4:04 PM Adrian Ochoa

EL PASO, Texas – UTEP is now in search for a new men’s golf coach. Thursday, Scott Lieberwirth resigned as UTEP Men’s Golf head coach after…

As Chiefs and Texans clash, the NFL embarks on a changed path

September 10, 2020 3:58 PM CNN

KANSAS CITY, Missouri — In a usual NFL offseason, the news of Patrick Mahomes signing the wealthiest contract in sports history would be one of…

Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka: Friends, moms and tennis greats set for blockbuster US Open battle

September 10, 2020 9:42 AM CNN

Before analyzing the ins and outs of Serena Williams’ blockbuster semifinal against her pal Victoria Azarenka at the US Open on Thursday,…

Racing’s nearly-man Hervé Poncharal finally secures the victory that eluded him for four decades

September 10, 2020 6:43 AM CNN

It could be motorsport’s feelgood story of the summer. A beloved, avuncular team boss working with young riders at his underdog outfit, finally…

Brooks Koepka withdraws from US Open because of injury

September 10, 2020 6:07 AM CNN

Four-time major winner Brooks Koepka has pulled out of next week’s US Open because of injury. Koepka called an end to his PGA Tour season after…

Brooks Koepka withdraws from US Open because of injury

September 10, 2020 6:07 AM CNN

Four-time major winner Brooks Koepka has pulled out of next week’s US Open because of injury. Koepka called an end to his PGA Tour season after…

Here’s what changes you can expect as the NFL season starts during the pandemic

September 10, 2020 5:22 AM CNN

The wait is over, the NFL is back and from your couch things may look relatively normal, but there will be some changes from years past. The season…

Here’s what changes you can expect as the NFL season starts during the pandemic

September 10, 2020 5:22 AM CNN

The wait is over, the NFL is back and from your couch things may look relatively normal, but there will be some changes from years past. The season…

Sebastian Vettel will join Aston Martin Formula One team from 2021

September 10, 2020 2:45 AM CNN

Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel will remain in Formula One after signing a deal with the Racing Point team, which will rebrand itself as…

Serena Williams reaches US Open semifinals after rallying against fellow mom Tsvetana Pironkova

September 10, 2020 1:54 AM CNN

A fellow mom gave Serena Williams all she could handle at the US Open but it was the legendary American who battled to another comeback win to keep…