KSWT - Local Sports

Red Wings top Blackhawks 2-0, take 3-1 series lead

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:07:00 EDT

Jakub Kindl scored on a power play in the second period, Daniel Cleary had an empty-net goal and Jimmy Howard made 27 saves to help the Detroit Red Wings hold on for a 2-0 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday...

Kreider keeps Rangers alive with OT goal

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:37:00 EDT

Chris Kreider steered in a pass from Rick Nash 7:03 into overtime, and the New York Rangers stayed alive in the Stanley Cup playoffs with a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins on Thursday night.

Swim coach sentenced to 7 years for sex abuse

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:37:00 EDT

A once-prominent swimming coach who trained thousands of children was sentenced to seven years in prison Thursday for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed.

Francona manages at Fenway for 1st time since 2011

Thu, 23 May 2013 20:47:00 EDT

Terry Francona felt right at home in the visiting dugout.

Euro Tour CEO apologizes for saying 'colored'

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:57:00 EDT

The head of the European golf tour apologized for using the term "colored" during a live television interview Thursday in which he was reacting to the spat between Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia.

Colonial member Palmer has 1st-round lead with 62

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:38:00 EDT

Ryan Palmer was standing in the fairway on his last hole Thursday when his longtime caddie and fellow Colonial member issued a challenge.

Avalanche hire Patrick Roy as coach

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:28:00 EDT

The Colorado Avalanche are rounding up the old crew to restore the downtrodden franchise.

Rangers scratch Richards for pivotal Game 4

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

Struggling Rangers center Brad Richards was a healthy scratch Thursday night when New York faced elimination in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Boston Bruins.

Kingston leads BMW PGA Championship

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

South Africa's James Kingston shot a 6-under 66 on Thursday at Wentworth to take the lead during the suspended first round of the BMW PGA Championship.

Coded goal: RG3 still aiming for Redskins' opener

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

Robert Griffin III's rehab started with a "cry festival." Then came a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hash things out with coach Mike Shanahan.

Committee hits stretch run for NY-NJ Super Bowl

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:17:00 EDT

The NFL draft is history. Organized team activities are under way. Minicamps will follow next month, and training camps will open a month after that.

Ocean not all that separates US, European fans

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:19:00 EDT

By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Imagine Derek Jeter leading the New York Yankees off the field because opposing fans were yelling racial slurs and throwing bananas at his team. Or a game between the...

WR Crabtree tears right Achilles tendon

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon.

Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.

Bay Bowl: San Francisco to host 50th Super Bowl

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

Build a new stadium, host the Super Bowl to show it off.

Veteran DB Charles Woodson returns to Raiders

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

Charles Woodson is coming back home to Oakland.

Romo active on field while idled over cyst removal

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Tony Romo pointed here and there, showing receiver Dez Bryant the best way to use a block on the first day of offseason practice.

The 50th Super Bowl goes to San Francisco Bay Area

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

The NFL will celebrate its 50th Super Bowl in northern California, where its newest, most high-tech venue is being built.

NFL, Xbox enhancing interactive television viewing

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:25:00 EDT

By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer Imagine Sean Payton holding up a Surface tablet instead of a cardboard playsheet on the sideline.

Ex-US captain Reyna to direct NYC soccer team

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:16:00 EDT

A day after New York City FC was born, Claudio Reyna became the team's first employee.

Twins' Plouffe has concussion, on 7-day DL

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play.

Trout hits for cycle, drives in 5, Angels rout M's

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:26:00 EDT

Mike Trout even surprised himself in adding to his growing list of impressive big league achievements.

Straily, Cespedes push A's past Rangers 1-0

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:26:00 EDT

Oakland rookie right-hander Dan Straily was well aware of the ace pitcher and the powerful lineup he was facing.

Canseco player-coach in indy league _ for a series

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:05:00 EDT

Jose Canseco is back in the independent United League as a player-coach. At least for one series.

Indians' Perez deletes Twitter account

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:15:00 EDT

Indians closer Chris Perez deactivated his Twitter account following two rough outings, and after receiving a slew of negative comments.

Yankees, Man City to co-own NYC MLS team

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:16:00 EDT

Hoping their baseball success will translate to titles in another sport, the Yankees are combining with English power Manchester City to own a Major League Soccer expansion team in New York that will start play in 2015.

Giants' Vogelsong wins at last but injures hand

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:46:00 EDT

Ryan Vogelsong felt the best he had in months, then it all ended on one painful swing.

Nats reliever breaks pitching hand punching locker

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:45:00 EDT

On a night the Washington Nationals welcomed back slugger Bryce Harper, the team learned it will be without reliever Ryan Mattheus after he broke his hand punching a locker.

Special Report: Tracking sex offenders in your neighborhood

Stephanie Sanchez — Fri, 10 May 2013 02:06:00 EDT

Are you living next door to a child predator? According to the public registry, there are hundreds of sex offenders who have been convicted and are living in our area.

Opening day at the Yuma County Fair

Felicia Martinez — Wed, 3 Apr 2013 14:16:00 EDT

The 61st Annual Yuma fair Kicked off Tuesday.

Charges reduced for woman connected to murder

Stephanie Sanchez — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 00:37:00 EDT

KSWT News 13 has learned new details on the gruesome discovery of a Wellton woman's body about a week ago.

The murder charges against the woman arrested in connection to the killing were reduced.

Drug tunnel found in Mexicali

Stephanie Sanchez — Mon, 7 Jan 2013 20:13:00 EST

Mexican police found a partially constructed drug tunnel near the U.S. border in Mexicali.

Tacna mother arrested for child neglect; gun & drugs in home

Stephanie Sanchez — Wed, 2 Jan 2013 20:46:00 EST

Tacna--Wellton police have arrested three people for a number of offenses ranging from drug possession to contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

Yuma sector border patrol agent indicted on drug charges

Stephanie Sanchez — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 19:20:00 EST

A Yuma sector border patrol agent is indicted on charges of smuggling marijuana. 25-year old Aaron Anaya is currently in jail awaiting trial.

Murder suspect’s defense attorney opposes media coverage

Karen Castro — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:48:00 EDT

The attorney defending the man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend asked a judge to kick out the media for all future court hearings.

City employee sentenced to 5 years probation; Mayor Speaks out

Marie Hamill — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:20:00 EDT

Yuma Mayor Al Krieger is outraged that a judge sentenced former city employee Hector Valenzuela to only 5 years of supervised probation and no jail time.

Residents fearful after drive by shooting in Yuma

Marie Hamill — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:04:00 EDT

A local Foothills resident--who does not want his face shown on camera out of fear of retaliation--tells 13 On Your Side he and many of his neighbors were forced to sleep with one eye open after a shooting shook their neighborhood.