When it comes to tracking members of Congress, it's like selling real estate ... it's all about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
We got this pic of California Senator Alex Padilla Saturday at a Dodger game. That piqued our interest ... another senator bailing on D.C. as thousands of federal workers go without pay.
But the Dodgers were playing the Washington Nationals, and the game went down in D.C. ... exactly where Padilla and his 534 colleagues should be until the government is reopened.
The Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team is gunning to return to the championship game for the first time since losing to Villanova back in 2018 ... and Trey Burke has a message for the squad ahead of their showdown with Arizona in just a few hours!
"Staying in the moment," Burke told TMZ Sports. "It's easy to think about what could happen, win or lose, you know, get caught up just in the festivities and just realizing you're actually here."
"I think the biggest thing is staying in the moment, really enjoying the moment and getting lost in the game. It is one of those games that you can't really go back in time and redo."
Despite UConn's insane Elite Eight win over Duke, many still doubt the Huskies' title chances with Arizona and Michigan in the mix ... but former star Khalid El-Amin says that's okay -- the team thrives on being overlooked.
TMZ Sports spoke with El-Amin ahead of Saturday's Final Four -- a position he knows well as a former Huskies guard who helped lead UConn to its first national title in 1999 alongside Richard "Rip" Hamilton.
The Huskies face #3 seed Illinois, and if they advance, they'll meet either Michigan or Arizona in the national championship game.
However, nearly everyone outside the two fanbases, including Arizona legend Mike Bibby, believes the title winner will come out of the Wolverines-Wildcats matchup, regardless of which team advances on the other side of the bracket.
"Just let them overlook us," El-Amin told us. "No problem."
Arizona has a champion in its corner -- and he thinks the Wildcats are cutting down the nets.
Former Wildcats star Miles Simon tells TMZ Sportshe’s expecting a heavyweight fight Saturday in the Final Four against Michigan … calling it a “monster matchup” between two No. 1 seeds that have looked capable of winning the national title all season.
"Michigan and Arizona have arguably been the two best teams in the country this year," he said. "They got these front lines that are gigantic, and like, they pound the ball inside. I can't wait to watch the game on Saturday night."
Tiger Woods’ legal saga just got a fresh face -- literally.
The Martin County Sheriff's Office has released a second mug shot of the 50-year-old golf legend … and this one’s a lot less polished than the first.
In the new photo, Tiger is rocking a blue inmate top and a noticeable frown -- a stark contrast from his earlier snap, where he was still in the same blue polo shirt from the crash scene.
The NFL announced Rashee Rice will not be punished after his ex-girlfriend accused him of domestic violence ... stating an investigation into the claims concluded he did not violate the personal conduct policy.
The Kansas City Chiefs star's partner of eight years -- Dacoda Jones -- dropped several disturbing claims on social media back in January ... stating Rice got physical with her and treated her terribly during their relationship, even when she was pregnant with their child.
Jones also shared photos on social media she said backed her story.
'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star Kim Zolciak has been ordered to complete therapy before seeing the kids she shares with ex, Kroy Biermann, TMZ has learned.
According to court docs obtained by TMZ, a Georgia judge told the “Tardy For The Party” singer that the kids will stay with Kroy from April 3 until Kim completes four parent therapy sessions.
The order says the earliest Kim will be reunited with the kids is April 13.
Wrestling champ Kennedy Blades suplexed Abby Hornacek on live TV ... and it was actually the FOX News host's idea, according to the women, who walked TMZ Sports through the viral moment!
Blades, a 22-year-old world-class wrestler, says she had "just rolled out of bed" when she got the wild request from Hornacek.
"So I see Abby, and she's all happy and stuff, and then she's like, 'Yeah, Kennedy, we want you to suplex me live!' And I was like, 'wait, what?' I was not prepared for that at all!" the 2024 Olympian told Michael Babcock.
Tiger Woods' private jet landed in Zurich, Switzerland -- home of the most luxurious treatment facilities on the planet -- early Friday morning, TMZ Sports has learned.
We cannot confirm if the golf legend was on the plane ... but it would make a ton of sense if he was, considering Paracelsus Recovery and Kusnacht Practice -- two centers known for being extremely exclusive, private and, of course, expensive -- are nearby.
Some places in Zurich even have one-client admittance ... with top staffers focusing on helping a single person at a time.
Pedro Pascal's never far from his friend Rafael Olarra, or so it seems ... because Rafa paid Pedro a visit while the actor was down in Mexico shooting a new movie.
Check out this photo from the set of "De Noche," a gay romance being filmed in the heart of Mexico City ... Pedro is in full costume and makeup and Rafael is right behind him.
Pedro's buddy here is not in the movie ... so it seems this is just one of the perks of being super close with the star.
Jack Hughesis looking like a new man these days -- the U.S. men's hockey Olympic hero was flashing his new chompers out at Yankee Stadium for the team's home opener ... where he's set to throw out the first pitch!
The cameras were rolling as Hughes hit the field during the Bronx Bombers' batting practice, and it's hard to look at anything other than his new smile.
Hughes reportedly had the procedure done a few weeks ago, moving away from the iconic look he rocked after taking a stick to the mouth during the gold medal game at the 2026 Winter Games -- where he scored the winning goal for Team USA.
Tiger Woods’ latest crash and sudden shift from golf has the sport’s biggest legends sounding off -- and they’re not exactly on the same page.
Woods is stepping away from the greens indefinitely after flipping his Range Rover and getting arrested for DUI in Florida last week … a scary incident that has reignited major concerns about the 15-time major champ’s health and decision-making.
Jack Nicklausis standing firmly in Woods’ corner while Nick Faldo is taking a much harsher stance -- exposing a sharp divide at the top of the sport over the embattled icon.
S.F. Giants rookie Daniel Susac will never forget his MLB debut, going 3-for-3 in a win over the Mets ... but a member of his in-stands watch party had a different experience -- his little nephew went viral for his reaction as the fam celebrated!
Cameras followed the family as they had the time of their lives watching Susac tee off against New York. At one point, one of them was holding Susac's nephew when he got a hit, jumping up and down and flinging the kid around.
Daniel Susac’s family is celebrating him going three-for-three in his MLB debut except one child who’s having the worst time of his life pic.twitter.com/6SeerKv7tm@JomboyMedia
He seemed less than thrilled to be in the situation, crying and flailing around while dad was over the moon watching Susac. Eventually, the kid's mom stepped in to save the day, grabbing her child so dad could keep celebrating.
Royals rookie CarterJensen has learned the hard way in the big leagues … the alarm clock is undefeated.
The 22-year-old backstop was a late scratch for the Kansas City Royals just before their matchup with the Minnesota Twins on Thursday -- and not because of injury, but because he straight-up slept through his alarm.
Manager Matt Quatraro kept it real postgame, saying Jensen “overslept” and didn’t make it to the ballpark in time to properly prep ... a big no-no, especially for a catcher expected to handle the pitching staff.
3:05 PM PDT -- Bad news, Lakers fans ... Luka Doncic will miss the remainder of the regular season after suffering a left hamstring injury during Thursday's game.
His status for the playoffs remains uncertain.
His agent, Bill Duffy, said in a statement that Doncic's historic season should still be considered for the league's end-of-the-year honors like MVP ... and they will apply for the "Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge" to the 65-game eligibility rule.
"His record-breaking season deserves to be noted in the history books, despite last night’s unfortunate injury and other extraordinary circumstances," Duffy said.
"We look forward to working with the NBAPA and the league office to ensure a fair outcome in this matter."
Austin Reaves unloaded on a fan during the Lakers vs. Thunder game on Thursday ... telling a guy to "shut the f*** up" after making fun of Luka Doncic's injury.
The heated exchange went down at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, when Doncic was laying on the hardwood after suffering a hamstring injury in the third quarter.
As Reaves, LeBron James, and other Lakers gathered around the Slovenian superstar, a man in attendance can be heard on video shouting, "Now you know what it's like to play defense!"
Vanessa Trump poured her heart out for Tiger Woods as he deals with his latest legal trouble -- going to social media to let the world know she still loves the golf legend.
VT shared the sweet message on her Instagram Story minutes ago ... featuring a cute picture of them cuddling on a hammock with some heart emojis and a simple caption.
