Denny Hamlin, a three-time Daytona 500 winner, has outlined the financial struggles facing NASCAR teams.

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13.

Bryce Young completed 15 of 20 passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns — two of them coming on fourth down — and the Carolina Panthers forced three turnovers by Matthew Stafford to beat Los Angeles 31-28 on Sunday and snap the Rams' six-game winning streak.

Matthew Stafford’s NFL record streak of 28 consecutive touchdown passes in a season without an interception came to an end Sunday when he was picked off by Carolina Panthers safety Nick Scott in the first quarter.

Georgia offensive lineman Nyier Daniels has been dismissed from the football team following his arrest on multiple charges resulting from a high-speed police chase.

James Harden made 10 3-pointers and scored a franchise-record 55 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 131-116 hours after 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul released a video on social media hinting at retirement after the season ends.

Law enforcement leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, say a federal immigration crackdown centered around the city appears to be tapering off Thursday.

A federal appeals court is temporarily halting an order that restricts the use of force by federal immigration agents in the Chicago area, calling it “overbroad” and “too prescriptive.”.

Federal agents have now arrested more than 250 people during an immigration crackdown in North Carolina centered around Charlotte, the state’s largest city.

Federal agents have expanded their North Carolina immigration crackdown to the area around the state capital of Raleigh.

The Trump administration has a name for its immigration sweep in North Carolina’s largest city.

Federal immigration authorities will expand their enforcement action in North Carolina to Raleigh as soon as Tuesday.

In a story published Nov. 16, 2025, about the federal immigration enforcement surge in Charlotte, North Carolina, The Associated Press mischaracterized which of North Carolina’s county jail operators honor immigration detainers.

Charlotte, North Carolina, is the latest U.S. city preparing for a potential immigration crackdown by the Trump administration.

Isaiah Evans scored 23 points, Cameron Boozer used a big second half to finish with 15 points and 13 rebounds and No. 6 Duke overcame a sluggish start to beat Texas 75-60 at the Dick Vitale Invitational on Tuesday night.

NASCAR has returned to court after two failed days of mediation in an antitrust case filed by two race teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan.

“I’m not much on bravado … but my excitement is brimming with this team.”

NASCAR has asked a federal court for a judicial settlement conference to mediate an antitrust suit filed by Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports.

Both Virginia and Virginia Tech are poised for a successful season.

Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales says running back Chuba Hubbard will miss Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.

U.S. House members have met in North Carolina's largest city to hear from families of violent-crime victims.

Irish police say a formal complaint has not been filed in connection to reports that Pittsburgh Steelers player Skylar Thompson was assaulted and robbed in Dublin while his team was preparing to play a game in the city.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have confirmed that backup quarterback Skylar Thompson was involved in an incident this weekend after a report that the player had been robbed.

After a Ukrainian woman who fled war in her homeland was stabbed to death on a commuter train in North Carolina, the alarming act of violence has ignited bitter racial and political rhetoric about crime victims and perpetrators in America.

North Carolina Republican legislators have introduced criminal justice measures to toughen bail rules and evaluate offenders for mental health issues.

The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving to a nine-game league schedule for football while having teams play at least 10 games against power-conference opponents, though there will be variables due to the league’s odd number of football-playing member schools.

The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving to a nine-game league schedule for football while having teams play at least 10 games against power-conference opponents, though there will be variables due to the league’s odd number of football-playing member schools.

ACC releases men’s basketball conference schedules

The Justice Department has charged a man with the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina commuter train.

A federal judge has denied a preliminary injunction in an antitrust suit involving two NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan.

Hokies and Cavaliers will meet on Feb. 1 and March 1.

Two NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan, have argued in federal court for a preliminary injunction to be recognized as chartered organizations.

NASCAR and two teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, have clashed in federal court over antitrust allegations.

Denny Hamlin, known for his Daytona 500 wins, is eyeing a Cup Series championship as the season kicks off at Darlington Raceway.

Pittsburgh Steelers first-round draft pick Derrick Harmon sprained a knee in the preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers and had to be carted to the locker room.

Cleveland rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders remains sidelined from practice with an oblique injury.

Cleveland rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders sustained an oblique injury during practice Wednesday and is unlikely to play in the Browns' preseason game against the Eagles.

Gildan Activewear is buying HanesBrands for $2.2 billion, giving the basic apparel maker access to brands including Hanes and Maidenform.

Rookie Shedeur Sanders will start for the Cleveland Browns in their preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers on Friday night with the recently signed Tyler Huntley also expected to play.

Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn escaped serious injury after a car accident on Wednesday morning on the way to the team's stadium.

Kyle Larson raced to his third NASCAR Cup victory of the season at Kansas in mid-May then turned his attention to his second and perhaps final attempt at racing’s double — completing all 1,100 miles of the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.

Commissioner Tim Pernetti wants the newly rebranded American Conference included in the College Football Playoff conversation.

American Conference commissioner Tim Pernetti acknowledged Memphis' ambition to join the Big 12, despite their bid being rejected.

Virginia Tech enters the 2025 season with new offensive and defensive coordinators.

The redshirt senior quarterback is fully healthy after an injury-plagued 2024 campaign.

Mustangs are coming off an impressive 11-3 campaign that included a CFP appearance.

A number of experienced signal callers return as starters for the 2025 season.

NASCAR will hold a street race on Naval Base Coronado in Southern California next June as a replacement for its downtown Chicago event that ran the last three years.

Former Panthers coach Frank Reich recently reflected on his time coaching quarterback Bryce Young.

Over fifty percent of the Cavaliers roster is new.

Lots of resources have been poured into the football program with new facilities, nutrition program and NIL funds from multiple donors over the summer.

The Miami Hurricanes fell short of the ACC championship last season despite a strong start.

A federal judge has denied a request from 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race with charters while battling NASCAR in court.

The third annual Charlotte’s Play Yellow Invitational Golf Tournament is less than one week away.

Calm weather has arrived!

Hokies will host wrestling championship, Cavaliers to host softball championship.

Soccer fans have mixed feelings about the United States hosting the World Cup next year.

Germán Cano scored on a header three minutes into the match, and Fluminense held on to defeat Champions League finalist Inter Milan 2-0 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Club World Cup in front of 20,030 at Bank of America Stadium on Monday.

Dawyot is a two-time 1st and 10 Player of the Week

The Phoenix Suns have acquired center Mark Williams in a trade that sends two first-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.

A federal judge has ordered a dozen NASCAR teams to provide 11 years of financial data to the stock car series as part of an ongoing legal fight but sharply limited what they need to share.

FIFA says it opened a disciplinary case at the Club World Cup after Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger claimed he was racially abused by Pachuca captain Gustavo Cabral.

Andreas Schjelderup scored in the 13th minute to give Benfica a 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in scorching heat, sending the Portuguese club to the top of Group C in the Club World Cup.

A federal judge is urging NASCAR and two of its teams to settle their increasingly acrimonious legal fight that spilled over into tense arguments during a hearing this week.

A three-judge federal appellate panel has ruled in favor of NASCAR in the antitrust lawsuit filed by two teams, one owned by Michael Jordan.

Americans are losing an array of people and programs dedicated to keeping them healthy.

Americans are losing an array of people and programs dedicated to keeping them healthy.

If you had a baby in 2024 and named them Liam or Charlotte, you’re not alone.

Everything Scottie Scheffler did Sunday was expected.

Sergio Garcia has appeared in 10 Ryder Cups and amassed more points than any other European player.

The PGA of America says Rory McIlroy was part of some 50 players who had drivers tested before the PGA Championship.

Jon Rahm is back in contention at a major championship.

XM Sirius PGA Tour Radio is reporting Rory McIlroy's driver was deemed to be nonconforming at the PGA Championship.

Xander Schauffele kept his cut streak alive — barely.

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele were supposed to be the marquis group to watch during the first round at the PGA Championship.

Rory McIlroy has everything he ever wanted in golf.

Justin Thomas has positioned himself to turn back the clock at the PGA Championship.

LIV Golf getting world ranking points starts with the Saudi-funded league applying for them.

Spire Motorsports has parted ways with championship-winning crew chief Rodney Childers after only nine races with the team.

Sony says it will raise prices starting Monday for some PlayStation 5 video game consoles in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, citing global economic turmoil.

Memphis starting guard Jaylen Wells broke his right wrist on a hard fall on his arm and head from a midair collision at the end of a fast-break dunk during a victory over Charlotte.

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is tapping into his state's love of college basketball to promote his drug prevention campaign aimed at young people.

A Charlotte-bound flight made an emergency landing at Richmond International Airport Sunday afternoon due to maintenance issues.

Tyrese Proctor scored 19 points on six 3-pointers, Kon Knueppel added 18 points and No. 1 Duke defeated 13th-ranked Louisville 73-62 on Saturday night to clinch its second Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship in three seasons under Jon Scheyer.

North Carolina graduate forward Jae'Lyn Withers committed a lane violation with 4.1 seconds left that negated a tying free throw in the Tar Heels' loss to No. 1 Duke in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.

Kon Knueppel scored 17 points and No. 1 Duke held off a furious second half rally by North Carolina to beat its rival for the third time this season, 74-71 on Friday night to reach the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship game.

March is here, which means Brooke and Eric are in the thick of basketball season.

Chucky Hepburn hit a shot at the buzzer to help No. 13 Louisville add another highlight to Pat Kelsey's successful first season with the Cardinals.

Kon Knueppel scored 28 points as No. 1 Duke overcame injuries to star Cooper Flagg and Maliq Brown to beat Georgia Tech 78-70 and advance to the ACC Tournament semifinals.

The Cavaliers and Yellow Jackets battling in the second round of the ACC Tournament.

In the opening round of the ACC Men’s Tournament, Cal defeated Virginia Tech 82-73 in double overtime.

According to a person familiar with the situation, Jaycee Horn has agreed to a four-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers worth $100 million, including $70 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL.

Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their 13th straight victory, 118-117 over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night.

A former American Airlines flight attendant has pleaded guilty to secretly recording video of a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom.

The U.S. National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for many counties and cities in our area on Saturday.

Susan Williams, a devoted public servant and cherished family matriarch, leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and inspiration.

The Carolina Panthers are moving on from longtime linebacker Shaq Thompson.

The agent for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams says the Los Angeles Lakers should not have failed his client’s physical examination.

The trade deadline is gone.

A growing number of volunteers has been delivering gifts to widows and widowers on Valentine's Day.