North Texas youth soccer treasurer accused of stealing ‘hundreds of thousands’ in funds, police say

John Freeman, a 37-year-old Midlothian resident, was arrested and charged with theft of property exceeding $300,000, according to police. WYLIE, Texas — A former treasurer for a North Texas youth soccer organization has been arrested and charged after allegedly stealing “hundreds of thousands” of dollars from the association’s account without their authorization, according to police.  … Read more

Pete Rose, ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson among deceased players removed from MLB banned list

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced a major change to the league’s policy on permanent ineligibility. NEW YORK — Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson were reinstated by baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday, making both eligible for the sport’s Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals. Rose’s permanent ban was … Read more

ESPN says its direct-to-consumer streaming service will debut in September at $29.99 a month

All live events shown on ESPN will be available on the platform when it launches in the fall. WASHINGTON — ESPN said Tuesday that its new all-encompassing streaming service will take on a familiar name — ESPN — and launch in September at an initial price of $29.99 per month. The service will enable consumers … Read more

Chris Berman to stay with ESPN through its 50th anniversary and first Super Bowl

Berman has been an integral part of ESPN since joining the network a month after its launch in September of 1979. BRISTOL, Conn. — Chris Berman has agreed to a new contract with ESPN that will take him through the network’s 50th anniversary in 2029. The multiyear agreement was announced on Monday. Berman celebrated his 70th … Read more