Authorities drop all charges against pro golfer Scottie Scheffler following arrest

Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, had been charged charged with a felony for assaulting a police officer with his vehicle, along with three misdemeanors. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the … Read more

Attorneys agree to drop all charges against Scottie Scheffler days after Louisville arrest

“Mr. Scheffler’s characterization that this was ‘a big misunderstanding’ is corroborated by the evidence,” Jefferson County Mike O’Connell said. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — All charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dropped as part of a new agreement between attorneys. On Wednesday, attorneys met in court to discuss the motion to drop charges. The hearing lasted less … Read more

Gymnastics star Gabby Douglas pulls out of US Championships, ending her bid for a third Olympics

The 28-year-old Douglas, the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around title, had been attempting a comeback after an eight-year layoff. FORT WORTH, Texas — Gabby Douglas’ long shot bid to make the U.S. women’s gymnastics team for the Paris Olympics is over. The 2012 Olympic all-around champion withdrew from the USA Gymnastics Championships … Read more

UT Austin planning ‘Texas-sized party’ for first-ever SEC event

The all-day celebration will include live music, fireworks, games, food trucks and more. AUSTIN, Texas — It’s almost time, Longhorn fans! The University of Texas at Austin is just about a month away from leaving the Big 12 behind and joining the Southeastern Conference (SEC). To celebrate, UT and Texas Athletics have planned a free, all-day … Read more