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Brookfield 11-U softball tops Riverside for district title
Solid pitching by Molly Beattie and Leila Chavez helped the Brookfield Little League softball 11-and-Under all-stars capture the District 9 championship at Sedgwick Park in La Grange. Moments after the clinching victory, July 16, the pair were even stronger together. During the postgame celebration, coach Andy Righeimer was doused by...
Bulls and Blackhawks Owners’ $7 Billion Plan to Transform Chicago
While the Bears’ future in downtown Chicago remains uncertain, their counterparts in the NBA and NHL are making a proposal to enhance the surrounding area of their home just a few miles west. The Reinsdorf and Wirtz families, owners of the Bulls and Blackhawks, respectively, and co-owners of the...
Raw Dogging at 35th Street Red Hots
Raw Dogging on the South Side of Chicago by White Sox Stadium.
Brookfield Majors 12-U softball comes one win from state title
The Brookfield Little League softball Major 12-and-under all-stars were fueled by success and high expectations. That was the only disappointment as another great run came up just one victory short with a 6-1 loss to Clarendon Hills, July 10, in the state championship game in downstate Rushville. Team members are...
A look back in time
John Westermayer and Rich Kaczmarski of the Bucketheads took fourth in the 34th Annual No Gloves in 2002. Licorice jumped on the Miller 45’s to take the tournament trophy by winning 7-1. Brothers Randy and Bobby Ross both were awarded the Most Valuable Player Award; both batted over .500 in the tournament.
Where to watch the 2024 Olympics: TV schedule, streaming and more
The world is about to be watching as the 2024 Olympics get underway in Paris, but how can you catch all the action from the U.S. and Chicago area?. Competition begins as early as Wednesday, with some of the biggest U.S. names set to debut in Paris in the coming days.
CHGO Fire Podcast: The Chicago Fire Hover Barely Above the Bottom
The break in MLS play for Leagues Cup is here, and the Chicago Fire are both barely out of the playoffs and barely out of last place. A win away to conference-leading Cincinnati was sandwiched by games that were disappointing for different reasons. Where does that leave things as the Fire travel to KC to kick off their part in the summer cash-grab? Also, has anyone seen Xherdan Shaqiri? Alex and Tim Hotze of MenInRed97 have all that to discuss and more!
NASCAR Fans Were Furious With NBC's Decision On Sunday
NASCAR's Cup Series race ended on USA Network, angering much of the sport's fan base. The race, which was scheduled to begin at 2:30, started on USA, too, due to the President Biden dropout news. NBC bumped NASCAR off the network at the start of the race to cover Biden dropping out of the race. ...
Orland Park rhythmic gymnast ready to take Olympic experience to the next level
Simone Biles is the most decorated artistic gymnast in the United States. But the most decorated rhythmic gymnast hails from Orland Park, and is on her way to Paris. This will be Olympics number two for Evita Griskenas. But it’s try number three.
Madhouse On Madison Could See Surrounding Changes
The United Center owners have pitched a $7-billion plan to upgrade the neighbourhood that surrounds the facility. This would be a huge undertaking for sports in Chicago, Illinois. The 1901 Plan Would Change the Entire Area. The United Center has housed the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks since opening in...
Chicago Sky Unveiling New Practice Facility Plan Near Midway Airport
The Chicago Sky are set to reveal plans for a new practice facility near Midway International Airport, moving away from their suburban practice center, as reported by the Chicago Sun-Times. The potential facility at the Wintrust Sports Complex is valued at $38 million and opened in 2021, with details on whether it will be purchased or leased remaining unclear.
Wrigley Field view set to undergo major change
Jul 26, 2020; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Fans watch from Wrigley Rooftops MLB game between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports. The view beyond the outfield at Wrigley Field is about to undergo a major change after the...
Class Of 2025, Hinsdale South - Langston Love - QB 5'9" 180lbs
Jersey # 9 QB 5’9 180 lbs / 4.7 40yd dash / 4.44 shuttle. We are almost to the end of the summer contact period. How did your off season and summer practices go?. My off season went really well and summer practices are going good we just got done with our July camp. Also we had two scrimmages that went really well and showed me a lot about our team this year.
All NFC North Team: Cairo Santos Stands Out Above Divsion's Kickers
The great mystery about special teams this season in the NFL is the impact of the kickoff rule change. The Bears feel like they're ahead of the game from the ki. The great mystery about special teams this season in the NFL is the impact of the kickoff rule change.
NIU returns 33 seniors from team that won first bowl game since 2011
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Northern Illinois University football team held its media day on Tuesday at Harry Caray's Restaurant in downtown Chicago.Head coach Thomas Hammock and the Huskies are returning 18 starters from last year's team that won five of its last seven games, including a win over Arkansas State in the Camellia Bowl.It was the program's first bowl win since 2011, and with 33 seniors on the roster, experience won't be a problem in 2024."Just those big games, it makes a difference, you know?" said linebacker Jaden Dolphin. "Because we've all been there before. The seniors, all of us...
Noelle Malkamaki Earns Spot on 2024 U.S. Paralympic Team
MIRAMAR, Fla. – DePaul Track and Field's Noelle Malkamaki was officially announced as a member of the 2024 U.S. Paralympic Team on Sunday morning, marking her first selection to the team. The two-time World Champion shattered her previous F46 Shot Put world record of 13.32m, set at the 2023...
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