Man punched by Mike Tyson for alleged harassment has long rap sheet, state records show
Melvin Townsend III has been convicted of fraud, grand theft, burglary, possession of controlled substances and trafficking in stolen property. The 36-year-old was also incarcerated for 20 months in 2009 and again in 2019 for 15 months.
Melvin Townsend III has been convicted of fraud, grand theft, burglary, possession of controlled substances and trafficking in stolen property. The 36-year-old was also incarcerated for 20 months in 2009 and again in 2019 for 15 months.
Get ready to start your engines! Nothing but sunny skies ahead for drivers in Talladega on Sunday
The famed Alabama track is known to produce stunning victories, including last year when Bubba Wallace earned his first Cup win at the YellaWood 500.
The famed Alabama track is known to produce stunning victories, including last year when Bubba Wallace earned his first Cup win at the YellaWood 500.
Willy Adames steals home in Brewers' 5-3 win over Phillies
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler (0-3) had another unimpressive outing as he works his way back from right shoulder soreness.
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler (0-3) had another unimpressive outing as he works his way back from right shoulder soreness.
Pascal Siakam scores 34 as Raptors avoid sweep, beat 76ers 110-102
No team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit to win an NBA playoff series. Fans briefly chanted “Raps in seven” after both coaches emptied their benches in the final minutes.
No team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit to win an NBA playoff series. Fans briefly chanted “Raps in seven” after both coaches emptied their benches in the final minutes.
Bohm, Harper lead Phillies, snap Brewers' 4-game win string
Alec Bohm hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the eighth inning, Bryce Harper got two key hits and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Milwaukee 4-2 Friday night, stopping the Brewers' four-game winning streak.
Alec Bohm hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the eighth inning, Bryce Harper got two key hits and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Milwaukee 4-2 Friday night, stopping the Brewers' four-game winning streak.
Suspicious package near State Farm Arena removed, Hawks-Heat game gets late start
Game three between the Atlanta Hawks and the Miami Heat was delayed for more than 45 minutes after authorities investigated a suspicious package near State Farm Arena.
Game three between the Atlanta Hawks and the Miami Heat was delayed for more than 45 minutes after authorities investigated a suspicious package near State Farm Arena.
Jay Wright announces retirement as Villanova basketball coach
Legendary Villanova men?s basketball coach Jay Wright discusses his retirement as Kyle Neptune is introduced as his successor.
Legendary Villanova men?s basketball coach Jay Wright discusses his retirement as Kyle Neptune is introduced as his successor.
Jay Wright announces retirement as Villanova introduces Kyle Neptune as next men's basketball coach
Legendary Villanova men’s basketball coach Jay Wright will discuss his retirement during a Friday morning press conference where long-time assistant Kyle Neptune will be introduced as his successor.
Legendary Villanova men’s basketball coach Jay Wright will discuss his retirement during a Friday morning press conference where long-time assistant Kyle Neptune will be introduced as his successor.
This weekend’s USFL games: Week 2 features 4 key matchups including a rivalry game
Football fans can enjoy some exciting USFL Week 2 games with four marquee matchups this weekend starting Friday night.
Football fans can enjoy some exciting USFL Week 2 games with four marquee matchups this weekend starting Friday night.
Tampa Bay Lightning to visit White House for delayed celebration of back-to-back Stanley Cup wins
After winning two Stanley Cup championships, the Tampa Bay Lightning will finally get their chance to be honored at the White House.
After winning two Stanley Cup championships, the Tampa Bay Lightning will finally get their chance to be honored at the White House.
Hockey Hall of Famer, Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur dies at age 70
Hockey Hall of Famer Guy Lafleur, who helped the Montreal Canadiens win five Stanley Cup titles in the 1970s, has died at age 70.
Hockey Hall of Famer Guy Lafleur, who helped the Montreal Canadiens win five Stanley Cup titles in the 1970s, has died at age 70.
Van Reimsdyk, Flyers top Canadiens 6-3 to end 6-game slide
Philadelphia got on the board at 7:43 of the first period when van Riemsdyk grabbed a loose puck behind the net and banged it in from a tight angle.
Philadelphia got on the board at 7:43 of the first period when van Riemsdyk grabbed a loose puck behind the net and banged it in from a tight angle.
This weekend’s NASCAR race: Drivers battle at Talladega in the GEICO 500
NASCAR’s top drivers head to Talladega Superspeedway to compete in the GEICO 500 this weekend in Alabama.
NASCAR’s top drivers head to Talladega Superspeedway to compete in the GEICO 500 this weekend in Alabama.
Fox Sports makes Easter Sunday a NASCAR ratings success
Fox says it is already talking to NASCAR about racing on Easter again in 2023. The race was the most-viewed among 18-to-49 year old viewers since the Daytona 500 in February.
Fox says it is already talking to NASCAR about racing on Easter again in 2023. The race was the most-viewed among 18-to-49 year old viewers since the Daytona 500 in February.
Sixers take 3-0 series lead on Embiids game-winning 3 in overtime
Joel Embiid made a 3-pointer with 0.8 seconds left in overtime to give the Philadelphia 76ers a 104-101 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night and a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.
Joel Embiid made a 3-pointer with 0.8 seconds left in overtime to give the Philadelphia 76ers a 104-101 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night and a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.
Philadelphia nurse who ran Boston Marathon in scrubs sets Guinness World Record
A Philadelphia nurse who ran the Boston Marathon in scrubs to raise awareness and money for pandemic-weary nurses is now a Guinness Book of World Records holder.
A Philadelphia nurse who ran the Boston Marathon in scrubs to raise awareness and money for pandemic-weary nurses is now a Guinness Book of World Records holder.
Perfect fill-in: Camargo, Phillies top Rockies 9-6 to end skid
Johan Camargo had four hits, including a three-run home run in a five-run seventh inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 9-6 on Wednesday to stop a three-game losing streak.
Johan Camargo had four hits, including a three-run home run in a five-run seventh inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 9-6 on Wednesday to stop a three-game losing streak.
Indy 500 balloon release not part of 2022 schedule amid environmental concerns
The tradition of releasing thousands of balloons before the Indianapolis 500 will not happen this year. Officials cited environmental concerns as a factor in the decision.
The tradition of releasing thousands of balloons before the Indianapolis 500 will not happen this year. Officials cited environmental concerns as a factor in the decision.
Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar take issue with HBO's 'Winning Time'
Jerry West’s lawyers said he demanded a retraction over the depiction which allegedly describes him "as an out-of-control, intoxicated rage-aholic." West seeks a retraction within two weeks of the letter to producer Adam McKay and HBO.
Jerry West’s lawyers said he demanded a retraction over the depiction which allegedly describes him "as an out-of-control, intoxicated rage-aholic." West seeks a retraction within two weeks of the letter to producer Adam McKay and HBO.
Liverpool, Manchester United fans honor Cristiano Ronaldo after death of newborn son
A moving moment of the Liverpool vs. Man United match, held at Anfield stadium, came at seven minutes — in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 United jersey.
A moving moment of the Liverpool vs. Man United match, held at Anfield stadium, came at seven minutes — in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 United jersey.