Obama hosts female senators for White House dinner
Dining on Alaskan halibut and slices of peach pie, President Barack Obama hosted the women of the Senate at the White House on Tuesday, laying the ...

Diamond, Ortiz lift spirits after bombing, manhunt
A defiant David Ortiz stood on the Fenway Park infield and told the crowd to "stay strong," bringing a rousing cheer from Bostonians weary from a week ...

Column: Time for sports to help us heal again
In so many ways, sports can bring out the worst in us. The corruption. The greed. The destructive belief that winning isn't just the only thing, but ...
Tofu? ToWhit? Senators discuss EPA email aliases
To whom? ToWhit? Tofu? Senators sidetracked their confirmation hearing Thursday for Gina McCarthy, President Barack Obama's nominee to head the ...

Boost for background checks: Senators compromise
Conservative senators from both parties announced their support for expanding background checks for gun buyers Wednesday, giving a burst of momentum ...
AP Source: Miami asks for NCAA case to end
Citing massive impropriety by the NCAA and how it handled the investigation of Miami's athletic department, the Hurricanes want the case against them ...

Miami moves to Sweet 16 with 63-59 win over Illini
There was no question about Shane Larkin's go-ahead 3-pointer for Miami. The ball that appeared to ricochet off the hands of Miami's Kenny Kadji ...

Senators close in on immigration deal
A last-minute dispute over wages for lower-skilled workers flared Friday as senators scrambled to sketch out a deal on a sweeping immigration bill ...
Anschutz says sports company no longer for sale
AEG, the company that owns the NHL's Los Angeles Kings and the Staples Center, is no longer for sale, its billionaire owner Philip Anschutz said ...

Senators hush-hush as they craft immigration bill
The eight senators meet in private several times a week, alternating between Sen. John McCain's and Sen. Charles Schumer's offices. They sit in arm ...

No. 6 Miami beats Clemson for outright ACC title
Miami coach Jim Larranaga mounted the ladder last and went to the basket hard, scissors in hand. The net came off with one final snip, and he twirled ...
Christie says NJ will appeal sports betting ruling
Gov. Chris Christie indicated Friday he would appeal a judge's decision upholding a ban on sports gambling in New Jersey, a ruling that dealt a ...

'Beasts' star Quvenzhane Wallis cast as 'Annie'
The young Oscar-nominated star of "Beasts of the Southern Wild" has been cast in the lead role of a new version of "Annie." Sony Pictures announced ...

Northeast storm disrupts schedule for sports teams
The Tampa Bay Lightning were already in Boston when the blizzard shut down the roads, trains and airports. The Bruins and all of the game officials ...
Senators see path to immigrants' legalization
Illegal immigrants might face around a 10-year wait to become legal permanent U.S. residents under sweeping immigration overhaul legislation taking ...
Jets coach Ryan uninjured in 3-car accident
Jets coach Rex Ryan was uninjured in a three-car accident in eastern Pennsylvania last week. A team spokesman confirmed Tuesday that Ryan was issued ...

Child star of 'Beasts' taking Oscar nod in stride
Quvenzhane Wallis was experiencing something of an internal struggle when she found out she'd been nominated for an Academy Award early Thursday ...
Senators meet with Afghan president
Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai is meeting with members of the Senate to discuss what Republican leader Mitch McConnell says are mutual goals for ...

Sources: Chip Kelly staying at Oregon
Chip Kelly is staying at Oregon. Two people with knowledge of the decision confirmed Sunday night that Kelly is passing up a chance to coach in the ...

AP Source: Browns close to deal with Kelly
Chip Kelly is closer to taking his fast-paced offense to the NFL. A person familiar with the negotiations said the Cleveland Browns are nearing a deal ...

Can BCS title game challenge TV ratings record?
Two undefeated teams, three Heisman Trophy finalists, five lead changes and 19 seconds left when the winning touchdown was scored. No other BCS title ...

Regular season winners don't always make champions
The Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons, who tied for the league's best record at 13-3, are well aware of one of the NFL's biggest truisms: more often ...

Column: Tebow Time clocks out in the Big Apple
In the end, the Tim Tebow era in New York will be remembered for his shirtless jog in the rain. Really, that's about it. He barely played at all for ...
NBC Sports partners with Yahoo for content deal
NBC Sports and Yahoo are taking on the crowded sports media landscape with a partnership that fills in gaps for both companies. NBC brings video and ...

Red Sox rev up with Victorino; Giants keep Scutaro
Shane Victorino bolted for Boston, Marco Scutaro stayed with San Francisco, and the Miami Marlins shed more payroll in a late-night trade. It was ...