‘Let’s have ourselves a blast’: J.J. Watt returning to H-Town for Texans Ring of Honor ceremony

One of the most beloved athletes in Houston history will receive the Texans highest honor at NRG Sunday. “I’m so excited to get back in front of you guys,” he said. HOUSTON — Sunday is going to be super special for Houston Texans fans because future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt will be inducted into … Read more

Quincy Jones is State Department’s first Peace Through Music Award as part of new diplomacy push

LOS ANGELES – Quincy Jones, who once embarked on an international diplomatic tour with jazz great Dizzy Gillespie, will receive the U.S. Department of State’s inaugural Peace Through Music Award. A ceremony honoring the 28-time Grammy winning producer, musician and arranger will be held Wednesday night and as part of the launch of the State … Read more

Colin Kaepernick reaches out for an opportunity with New York Jets

The letter was released on social media by rapper J. Cole. It wasn’t immediately known if anyone in the Jets organization actually received Kaepernick’s letter. NEW YORK — The New York Jets signed veteran quarterback Trevor Siemian to the practice squad Tuesday, giving them an experienced backup to embattled starter Zach Wilson. The team announced … Read more

Michigan State fires coach Mel Tucker in part for having phone sex with activist and rape survivor

Tucker signed a $95 million, 10-year contract in November 2021. If the school gets its way, he will lose about $80 million. MICHIGAN, USA — Michigan State has fired Mel Tucker, saying the suspended football coach failed to present adequate reasons why he should not be fired for cause after having phone sex with an … Read more