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Chicago wrestler Kennedy Blades brings home a silver medal in her Olympic debut: ‘A huge accomplishment’
PARIS — Chicago’s Kennedy Blades won a silver medal Sunday to finish a remarkable Olympic debut and usher in a new era of U.S. wrestling. Blades, 20, lost to reigning world champion Yuka Kagami of Japan in the 76-kilogram final. The 3-1 defeat marked Blades’ lowest-scoring effort over four matches at the Champ-de-Mars Arena. “Honestly, I did want gold, but at the end of the day, it’s still an ...
Lolla Aftershow: Two Door Cinema Club At Metro
One of the after-show highlights of recent years, Two Door Cinema Club previewed their stellar Lolla set on Sunday with a Metro show on Saturday that was sold out to the rafters. Two Door’s style has always played at the fringes of genre—danceable and almost frantic at times, bordering on...
Dansby Swanson had his own ritual for watching wife Mallory at Olympics
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson’s day job prevented him from traveling to Paris to watch his wife, US soccer standout Mallory Swanson, take part in the Olympics. As a result, he had to resort to his own set of rituals to try to bring the team good luck. Mallory Swanson scored the lone goal in... The post Dansby Swanson had his own ritual for watching wife Mallory at Olympics appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Manufacturers Find a Workforce Friend in Black Churches
Craig Freedman is a familiar face in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood. His company, which manufactures seats for buses and marine vessels, is one of the largest employers in the area. About 800 people work at the Freedman Seating plant, which is located in a refurbished old Motorola facility that dates back to the 1930s.
Tigers, White Sox & Whitecaps Slip on Saturday, but Cubs & Bears Succeed
UNDATED (WHTC-AM/FM, Aug. 11, 2024) – Logan Webb allowed four hits with eight strikeouts over seven innings as the San Francisco Giants stifled the visiting Detroit Tigers yesterday, 3-1. The series at Oracle Park concludes this afternoon, with coverage led by Greg Gania at 3:40 PM on 99 7/1450 WHTC.
This rookie is drawing comparisons to one of the most beloved Cubs of all time
In early September, Anthony Rizzo will make his return to Wrigley Field - the first time he's been back at the Friendly Confines since the Chicago Cubs traded him to the Yankees more than three years ago. It'll be an emotional affair, much the same as it was when his...
Swanson gets 2 hits after wife wins gold, Amaya delivers 2-run single as Cubs beat White Sox 3-1
Dansby Swanson had two hits hours after his wife won an Olympic gold medal, Miguel Amaya delivered a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the crosstown White Sox 3-1 on Saturday night to complete a two-game sweep. Nico Hoerner walked leading off the eighth against Chad Kuhl (0-2) and took second on Swanson’s single. Pete Crow-Armstrong moved the runners up with a sacrifice bunt, and Amaya lined a two-run single, giving the Cubs a 3-1 lead and sending them to their eighth win in 10 games. Swanson capped an unforgettable day by singling twice, giving him 1,001 career hits, and scoring a run. He did it hours after his wife, Mallory, scored the lone goal as the U.S. women’s soccer team beat Brazil for the Olympic gold medal. “Probably a day they’ll never forget,” Cody Bellinger said. “His wife scores the game-winning goal in a gold match and he gets his 1,000th career hit all in the same day. That’s a pretty special day right there.”
Dozens take to Chicago streets to protest Israeli airstrike in Gaza
CHICAGO (CBS) — Dozens of protesters took to the streets of Chicago Saturday, demanding an end to the war in Gaza. This comes after an Israeli airstrike hit a school-turned-shelter in Gaza, killing at least 80 Palestinians and wounding nearly 50 more, according to Palestinian health authorities. It's one of the deadliest attacks of the 10-month war. Protesters in the Loop said this is likely their last protest before the Democratic National Convention comes to Chicago in just 10 days, but they are ready to march again if needed. Organizers say the plaza at the corner of Michigan and Ida B. Wells...
Cool nights, sunny days ahead for Chicago area
CHICAGO - We’re in for a crisp and clear Saturday night in Chicago with temperatures dipping into the 50s. As for Sunday, get ready for more of the same delightful weather. The morning will greet us with mostly sunny skies, transitioning to partly cloudy conditions by the afternoon. Highs will once again hover around 78 degrees, making it a fantastic day to enjoy the outdoors.
Woman injured after argument leads to stabbing on North Side
CHICAGO — Police are searching for two people who stabbed a woman during an argument on the city’s North Side early Saturday morning. According to Chicago police, the incident unfolded around 3 a.m. in the 4400 block of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive, near Montrose Beach in Uptown. Officers said a 20-year-old woman got into […]
Match report: Philadelphia Union II 3 – 2 Chicago Fire FC II
Late Saturday afternoon at Subaru Park Philadelphia Union II defeated Chicago Fire II 3-2 in a match that continued Fire II’s run of losses and ended Philadelphia’s. Leandro Soria was named man of the match for his brace of goals. Equal billing should go to Union II goalkeeper Mike Sheridan whose penchant for stonewalling Chicago breakaways (at least three by memory, all against right winger Omari Glascow) enabled the Union II win.
Dennis Rodman thought there was a conspiracy theory regarding the NBA wanting to prolong the 1997 NBA Finals: "It's kind of difficult not to overlook those things"
Dennis Rodman alleged that the NBA was purposely plotting the 1997 Finals to earn extra revenue
Police seek help in search for teen girl missing for nearly 2 months
CHICAGO — A search is underway for a teen girl who Chicago police say has been missing from the city’s West Side for nearly two months. According to police, 13-year-old Marrayalean Salgado has been missing from the 2400 block of South Spaulding Avenue in Little Village since June 13, and has not been contacted since. […]
White Sox Manager Drops Murky Yoan Moncada Injury Update
It's been a nightmare season for the Chicago White Sox, who have the worst record in the big leagues. The campaign started in a terrible way when Yoan Moncada suffered an abductor injury in early April, and he's yet to return. The Cuban began a rehab assignment recently but he's still feeling ...
Two Films, Painting, Library Card Sign-p: Park Forest Library Announces September Events
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—As summer activities come to a close, the Park Forest Public Library steps into the void with September events, including two films, a painting class, weekly social knitting sessions, and an incentive for residents to sign up or renew their library cards. Library Card Sign-Up Month.
Pleasant Prairie police arrest wanted man, tried to run from stop
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. - Pleasant Prairie police on Saturday released video that shows the arrest of a wanted man who tried to run from a traffic stop. It happened on Sheridan Road on Aug. 1. Police said the suspect had multiple outstanding warrants, and ran from his car when an officer conducted a traffic stop.
Finger-lickin’ fraud! School employee admits to stealing $1.5 million worth of chicken wings
A school worker admitted to stealing $1.5 million worth of chicken wings and other food during the pandemic and will now head to prison. In January 2023, Vera Lidell, 67, was arrested by authorities in Cook County, Illinois, according to Fox 32. She began working as the Director of Food Services for Harvey School District 152 in July 2020.
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