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Why join? Yes, it was a holiday weekend political stunner, as Gov. Sarah Palin announced today that she was not only not going to run for another term, but she would resign on July 26.

Manny Ramirez has apologized to fans and his teammates. He's not talking about steroids, though.

Tiger Woods takes a one-shot lead at the PGA National after shooting a four-under-par 66 in the second round.

Federer-Roddick. Serena-Venus. We must be dreaming. Get ready for a pair of fun Wimbledon finals, Brian Webber says.

Phil Jackson will return to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season, getting a clean bill of health following a record championship season.

The Hall of Fame coach turns 64 in September and said on the team's Web site Friday he got the go-ahead for another season after consulting the team doctor.

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.

Browse> Home / Top Story / UPDATE: Search continues for missing Wintergreen property owner, President of Glenmore Country Club Nelson County Sheriff David Brooks tells us his department has yet to find any conclusive evidence that Comer indeed went hiking.

The Red Sox are in serious discussions with Cuban shortstop whiz Jose Iglesias, according to a league source.

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Hedo Turkoglu has reportedly agreed to join the Portland Trail Blazers after helping Orlando reach the NBA finals this season.

Hedo Turkoglu reportedly agreed to join the Portland Trail Blazers after helping Orlando reach the NBA finals this season.

ESPN.com on Friday cited unidentified sources and did not disclose terms. Turkoglu's agent, Lon Babby, did not immediately return calls or e-mails.

Portland cannot comment on the agreement until Wednesday, when teams may sign free agents.