Saint Mary's looks like a lock, Santa Clara has surged and Cal and Stanford are fighting for the Bay Area’s possible third NCAA bid on Selection Sunday.

Coaches and parents pressed a "football playbook" this spring to reopen indoor high‑school gyms and cram seasons into March–June. Legal fights and state guidance reshaped who could play.

Bay FC has signed Italy captain Cristiana Girelli on loan from Juventus; the move is pending visa and transfer clearance.

The Earthquakes and Habbas Law have expanded a sponsorship into a four‑year deal to add upgraded seating, fan challenges and a bar‑area sweepstakes at PayPal Park.

A shirtless fan ran onto the field at Super Bowl LX and was corralled after Patriots rookie Kyle Williams gave chase.

A Chronicle analysis of more than 500,000 reviews ranked Levi's Stadium the lowest-rated Super Bowl host, with fans pointing to turf, sun-baked seats and parking headaches.

Bay FC has named LAFC executive Stacy Johns its new CEO, effective March 2. The hire comes as the club gears up for a March 14 home opener and a push to stabilize attendance and revenue.

The 49ers Foundation and partners will host a community celebration at Buchser Middle School on Sunday, Feb. 1, giving locals a first look at a major field overhaul.

George Kittle left Mondays 48-27 win over the Colts with an ankle injury after seven catches for 115 yards. Hes listed questionable as the 49ers head into a short week vs. the Bears.

Roger Goodell and 49ers CEO Jed York rang Nasdaq’s closing bell in Times Square to spotlight the Bay Area’s countdown to Super Bowl LX. The move tees up a week of fan events and civic programs across the region.

49ers' Ricky Pearsall made his NFL debut just 50 days after being shot, catching three passes against the Chiefs.

Ricky Pearsall of the 49ers returned to practice shortly after being shot, with the alleged shooter charged with attempted murder. Coach Shanahan and GM Lynch expressed support and projected Pearsall's season play.

Stanford swimmer Torri Huske clinched the Olympic gold in the women's 100-meter butterfly, outpacing fellow American Gretchen Walsh. Huske's strong finish marked a significant rebound from her previous Olympics, showcasing her perseverance and strategy.