Republicans And Democrats Come Together To Play Ball
Democrats and Republicans faced off for the traditional Congressional Baseball Game Thursday night, in the wake of a shooting that left Rep. Steve Scalise critically wounded.
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'We Will Not Give In To Fear': Congress Is Still Ready To Play Ball
The traditional Congressional Baseball Game is being played Thursday night at Washington's Nationals Park, in spite of the shooting at the GOP practice on Wednesday morning.
Blimp Goes Down At U.S. Open; Pilot Injured
The Washington County Sheriff's Office in Wisconsin described the pilot's injuries as "serious." It said the pilot was the only person on board. Videos show the blimp hurtling to the Earth.
Chasing A World Record, 'One Push At A Time'
Jake Freed is attempting a world record for longest distance ever traveled on a skateboard. He's already traveled 1,400 miles, and has more than 5,000 to go.
NCAA Faults Louisville Basketball Program For Ethics And Oversight In Sex Scandal
Coach Rick Pitino's former director of basketball operations acted unethically "by arranging striptease dances and sex acts for prospects, student-athletes and others," the NCAA says.
How The NBA Has Used Social Media To Move The Ball On Issues
The NBA's bold approach to social media has an impact well beyond the world of basketball. Commentator Ramesh Srinivasan takes a look at what sets basketball apart from all the rest.
Golden State Takes 2nd NBA Title In 3 Years
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, winning the title in the stellar teams' third match-up in as many years.
Steph Curry Unknowingly May Help Restaurant Sell More Curry
A San Francisco restaurant owner insists this really happens. It's an Indian restaurant. And he tells the San Francisco Chronicle that when the Golden State Warriors play, he sells more curry.
Rafael Nadal Wins 10th French Open, 15th Grand Slam Title
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Sports Illustrated reporter Jon Wertheim about tennis power player Rafael Nadal's biggest win of his career yet. He not only won his 10th Roland Garros title, but also his 15th Grand Slam, without dropping a set and vaulting past Pete Sampras.
Penguins Beat Predators 2-0 For Second Consecutive Stanley Cup
The Pittsburgh Penguins shut out the Nashville Predators 2-0 to clinch the Stanley Cup Final in Game 6 Sunday night in Nashville, Tenn. Sidney Crosby is the MVP, an honor he also won last year.