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Eileen Gu Honored as Grand Marshal of San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
The American-born skier who competes for China faces backlash from U.S. fans for her jersey choice.

Eileen Gu Honored as Grand Marshal for San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
Olympic gold medalist reflects on decision to compete for China over Team USA
Eileen Gu Gets Hero's Welcome in Hometown of San Francisco
The Olympic star served as Grand Marshal of the city's Chinese New Year Parade.
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Mar. 8, 2026
Russian Para Skiers End 12-Year Olympic Medal Drought
Voronchikhina and Bugaev win bronze medals for Russia at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy
Mar. 7, 2026
Russian Para Skiers Earn First Paralympic Medals Since 2014
Voronchikhina and Bugaev win bronze in downhill standing events, marking Russia's return to the Paralympics after years of sanctions.
Mar. 2, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Strikes Backcountry Skiers in Sierra Nevada
At least 8 killed in one of the deadliest avalanche incidents in the U.S. in over 40 years
Mar. 1, 2026
Lindsey Vonn Undergoes More Surgery After Olympic Crash
The 41-year-old Olympic champion remains hospitalized nearly two weeks after her terrifying downhill accident.
Feb. 28, 2026
Olympian Eileen Gu responds to JD Vance's comments about her representing China
The five-time Olympic medalist was born in San Francisco but has competed for China since 2019.
Feb. 27, 2026
Eileen Gu says she was assaulted at Stanford amid China decision backlash
The Olympic gold medalist linked the incidents to sustained criticism over her 2019 decision to compete for China instead of the U.S.
Feb. 27, 2026
Big Bear Mountain Resort Celebrates Winter Games with Fresh Snow and Festivities
The Southern California resort is welcoming visitors with ideal snow conditions and Olympic watch parties.
Feb. 27, 2026
Skier left dangling 65 feet above slopes in Big Bear Lake
Chairlift malfunction leaves skier suspended in midair for over an hour
Feb. 27, 2026
Skier Dangles From Lift Chair at California Ski Resort
Roula De Miranda-Arce was saved by her sister and friend after slipping from her seat on the ski lift.
Feb. 26, 2026
Skier Dangling from Chairlift Saved by Riders
Terrifying video shows California skier clinging to chairlift as fellow riders struggle to pull her to safety.
Feb. 26, 2026
Truckee Teen Makes Olympic Debut in Freeski Halfpipe
Abby Winterberger, the youngest member of Team USA, competed but missed the cut for the final.
Feb. 26, 2026
Eileen Gu, China's Olympic Freestyle Skiing Star, Defends Silver Medals
The 22-year-old athlete has faced backlash for competing for China instead of the US, but continues to shine on the slopes.
Feb. 26, 2026
Skiers Rescue Buried Man at Palisades Tahoe
Two skiers jumped into action to save a man's life after finding him buried in deep snow at the California ski resort.
Feb. 25, 2026
8 Killed in Deadly California Avalanche
Victims had deep ties to Lake Tahoe's alpine community
Feb. 25, 2026
Search and Rescue Teams Respond to Injured Skier Out of Bounds at Heavenly
The skier was located about 650 vertical feet and one mile from the gondola base.
Feb. 24, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin highlights a medal-filled day for U.S. at Milan-Cortina Olympics
Shiffrin wins gold in women's slalom as U.S. also takes silver in cross-country team sprint and bronze in snowboard slopestyle
Feb. 24, 2026
Eileen Gu, 2026 Winter Olympics Champion, Boasts Charismatic Career and Massive Wealth
The freestyle skier has amassed a net worth of over $23 million through endorsements, modeling, and her dominant Olympic performances.
Feb. 23, 2026
Two Fatalities Reported at Northstar Resort in Lake Tahoe
Incidents occurred over a nine-day period on the mountain's advanced trails
Feb. 23, 2026
Eileen Gu Aims for Final Olympic Gold in Milan
The Stanford student and freestyle skiing star competes in her last event of the 2026 Winter Games.
Feb. 23, 2026
Eileen Gu alleges assault over decision to compete for China
The Olympic gold medalist says she was physically attacked at Stanford after choosing to represent China.