Former Dallas Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson ends lawsuit against team claiming one of Mark Cuban’s executives sexually assaulted his nephew

Nelson filed a nonsuit with prejudice, meaning he can’t refile the same charges against the team. DALLAS — Former Dallas Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson has ended a lawsuit he filed against the NBA team accusing Mark Cuban’s former executive of sexually assaulting his nephew.  Court documents show Nelson filed a nonsuit with prejudice on Thursday … Read more

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott expected to miss multiple weeks with injury

A bad season just got worse for the Cowboys. DALLAS — Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is expected to miss several weeks with a hamstring injury, according to multiple reports Monday. The Cowboys signal-caller injured his hamstring during Sunday’s loss against the Atlanta Falcons and had to leave the game early. He also suffered from … Read more

The Paris Olympics displaced nearly 20,000 people, local associations say

As the city prepared to host millions of spectators for the Games, renovations allegedly pushed thousands of migrants and squatters out. PARIS, France — Nearly 20,000 people were forcibly displaced in the lead-up to the Paris Olympics from tent camps or shelters in the Paris region, a coalition of more than 100 community groups said … Read more

Falcons player attempts viral touchdown celebration by Incarnate Word’s Jalen Walthall

The headstand quickly went viral after the Cardinals dominated the Huskies, 45-20, in a homecoming game win. SAN ANTONIO — An unforgettable touchdown celebration during the University of the Incarnate Word’s homecoming game against the Houston Christian Huskies on Saturday has gone viral. Cardinals WR Jalen Walthall celebrated a 50 yard touchdown in the third … Read more

College athletes are getting paid and fans are starting to see a growing share of the bill

“Maintaining a high level of support for our 29 NCAA athletic programs will take an elevated commitment from everyone,” one athletic director wrote to fans. WASHINGTON — At Tennessee, they are adding a ‘talent fee’ to the price of sports tickets. At Arkansas, they will charge 3% more at the concessions stands. At Michigan and Michigan … Read more

Stephenville ISD names new stadium after embattled former Baylor coach

Stephenville ISD announced its brand new stadium will be named after Art Briles, who served as head coach for Stephenville before becoming head coach at Baylor. STEPHENVILLE, Texas — A new North Texas high school football stadium will be named after former Baylor Head Coach Art Briles. Stephenville ISD announced Friday night that its newest … Read more