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South Side sadness: White Sox scoreless in franchise-worst 107th loss
The Chicago White Sox were shut out for the 15th time of the season on Sunday, as they fell to the New York Mets 2-0 and lost a franchise-worst 107th game. The history-making loss was the team’s 10th straight defeat.
Anthony Rizzo back with Yankees as showdown with Cubs at Wrigley Field nears
New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo hasn’t appeared in an MLB game since mid-June, but he’s returned to the team just days before what’s sure to be an emotional scene at Chicago’s Wrigley Field. Rizzo, who won the 2016 World Series as a member of...
In the first game of the season, the varsity Huskie football team dominates the New Trier Trevians
The Naperville North High School varsity football team beat New Trier High School on Friday, Aug. 30. The Huskies (1-0) beat the Trevians (0-1) by a score of 42-14. The Huskies started their season off on defense. Even though the Huskie defenders made good plays, especially senior defensive end Qooly Somoza (68), who had a great tackle behind the line of scrimmage, the Trevians would score the first touchdown with 7:55 left in the first quarter. These would be the only points the Trevians would score in the first half. The Huskies would soon respond with a long touchdown to senior wide receiver Brock Pettaway (11), but they would miss the extra point, bringing the score to 7-6, New Trier, with 5:46 left. The Huskies would then turn on the gas on both sides of the field. Senior DE Jackson Williams (8) would recover a forced fumble by defensive tackle, Daniel Manning (34), while Somoza continued to put pressure on New Trier’s quarterback. Senior defensive back Edward Mumford (33) secured an interception, adding to the Huskies’ energy. The Huskie offense, led by senior QB Jacob Bell (2), would score three more touchdowns in the second quarter. The first was a keeper by Bell, and the next two were caught by senior WR Quinn Morris (85), a newly acquired transfer student. By the end of the half, the Huskies led by 28-7. Morris admitted that he came into the game with nerves.
BIG DAISHOWA Opens Facility to Increase Manufacturing Capacity
Earlier this year, BIG DAISHOWA Seiki Co., Ltd. (Osaka, Japan) opened its ninth production plant at its Awaji, Japan, manufacturing facility. The 49,500-sq.-m plant is designed to meet today's production needs and accommodate future growth. The facility, which began operations in January 2024, is equipped with 21 multitasking machines and...
Bears send Poles, Cunningham to Texas A&M-Notre Dame
After the Bears had representation at the matchup between No. 1 Georgia and No. 14 Clemson on Saturday, general manager Ryan Poles and assistant GM Ian Cunningham made the trip from Atlanta to College Station, Texas to watch No. 7 Notre Dame take on No. 20 Texas A&M, On3 beat writer Jack Soble reported at only 5-foot-7.
Surviving family members raise money, awareness on Overdose Awareness Day
CHICAGO (CBS) — Initial numbers showed Cook County recorded more than 1,500 opioid deaths last year. Advocates for addiction awareness know the pain behind every single case. So, on International Overdose Awareness Day, they pushed for more change. Family members who fight for their loved ones' memories in Chicago Heights said they are encouraged by the progress they are seeing in terms of awareness, access to life-saving treatments, and overall numbers. But the work continues. Friends and family members brought photos of their loved ones to an overdose awareness event at Jirtle Park in Chicago Heights on Saturday. Each one showed a...
Amazing Caitlin Clark photo gets the meme treatment
One photo from Caitlin Clark’s masterpiece of a game Friday against the Chicago Sky has made quite an impression on social media. The Indiana Fever guard put on arguably the best performance of her burgeoning WNBA career in a 100-81 victory over the Sky at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Ill. Clark finished with a stat... The post Amazing Caitlin Clark photo gets the meme treatment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
MLB's Chicago White Sox attendance shocks the league: they have hit an embarrassing low
The Chicago Blackhawks once were the underdogs of Chicago sports, often finding their ranking as the weakest of the city's teams. Times have flipped. The Chicago Cubs broke their curse and won the World Series in 2016, but you'd think one of these teams was bound to stumble again, right? Not quite.
Jackie Robinson West pitcher launches book a decade after the team took the sports world by storm
CHICAGO — A decade ago, Jackie Robinson West Little League was the team to beat, making it all the way to the Little League World Series Championship in 2014, and inspired thousands to watch and root for Chicago’s Very Own. “From there, it seemed like nobody would beat us,” said Brandon Green. Green was a […]
Cubs get last laugh after trash talk from disgruntled former pitcher
At the end of the day, baseball is a business. This needs to be the mindset of every player and front office member at all times. The owners are in the business to make money, however they can. That means that they will trade away players or prospects without batting an eye if they think it will make them more money in the long run.
Car crashes into couple's Phoenix living room
PHOENIX - A Phoenix couple says they were enjoying dinner when a driver crashed into their living room. The whole thing was captured on video, too. Now, their home, near Thomas Road and 43rd Avenue, needs $30,000 worth of repairs. Phoenix police say the crash happened on Friday, Aug. 30....
USC, Penn State, UCLA, Michigan and Nebraska Earn Weekly Football Honors
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Following Week 1 contests, the Big Ten Conference’s Offensive, Defensive, Co-Special Teams Players and Freshman of the Week were announced Monday. Below are this week’s honorees:. Offensive Player of the Week. Miller Moss, USC. QB – R-Jr. – Los Angeles, Calif. – Bishop Alemany...
Men’s Golf Opens 2024-25 Campaign At Island Resort Intercollegiate
BARK RIVER, Mich. - The Northern Illinois University men's golf team opened its 2024-25 season this weekend at the Island Resort Intercollegiate, hosted by South Dakota State at Sage Run Golf Club. Freshman Beau Petersen (Gretna, Neb./Gretna) led the Huskies with a top-40 finish in his collegiate debut as NIU finished 12th as a team.
Güvener’s 21 Kills Not Enough as Huskies Lose to Panthers in 5
The Northern Illinois University Huskies Volleyball team faced a tough challenge against the Milwaukee Panthers, losing in a five-set match. Nazli Güvener led the effort with a career-high 21 kills, while Sophie Hurt recorded four aces and a double-double with 20 assists and 11 digs. The Huskies claimed the first and third sets but ultimately fell 25-22, 18-25, 25-19, 19-25, and 13-15. Head coach Sondra D'Amore noted positive takeaways despite the loss, highlighting the team's execution and collaboration. The Huskies will look to bounce back during a seven-game road trip starting September 5.
Panthers Triumph in Thrilling Five-Set Volleyball Match vs. NIU
The Milwaukee Panthers secured a thrilling five-set victory against the Northern Illinois Huskies, showcasing strong performances from multiple players. Natalie Schmitz led the team with 17 kills, while Madi Malone and Lakyn Graves contributed 11 and 10 kills, respectively. The match was characterized by intense competition, with Milwaukee demonstrating resilience after dropping the opening set and ultimately clinching the win 15-13 in the final set. Defensively, the Panthers excelled with significant contributions in digs and blocks, confirming their emergence as a balanced team this season.
Grundy County Woman Missing Since Monday Identified as Body Found by Dog Walker
Morris, IL — A body found Friday evening in a tree line near Twilight Drive has been identified as Alison Findley, a 62-year-old Morris resident. Findley was last seen on Monday, August 26, leaving her home. She was reported missing on Friday, August 30. A local resident discovered Findley’s...
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