Timeline: A century of drugs and the athlete
This weeks federal investigation into illegal sales of steroids and human growth hormone was the latest example of authorities attempts to crack down on the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. A look back at those drugs and the consequences for the athletes who have used them for a competitive edge.
Blood-Doping Splits Cycling as Teams Sign Riders Tied to Probe
Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Cyclings biggest doping probe is dividing the sport as teams hire riders linked to the investigation by Spanish police. Some race organizers say riders like Ivan Basso and Tyler Hamilton should stay away until their cases are resolved.
Ullrich, 1997 Tour de France Champ, Quits Amid Probe
Feb. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Jan Ullrich, the 1997 Tour de France champion, quit cycling after becoming embroiled in one of the sports biggest doping scandals.
Mondays Mailbag: Tests, truth and penaltie$ that hit where it count$
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Band features fellow students as guest musicians
BY STAFF The Mendota High School Concert Band will be performing its annual symphony concert for the community, this year marking the 48th such event, on Sunday, Feb. 18 at MHSs auditorium.
Revised list of banned substances approved
PARIS (AP) - The World Anti-Doping Agencys revised list of banned substances was approved Tuesday by the International Convention against Doping in Sport.