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Sammy Sosa returns to Chicago to give back to first responders' charities
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Cubs great Sammy Sosa was back in Chicago Friday—and helping give back.Sosa helped present a pair of $10,000 checks to first responder-related charities. CBS News Chicago caught up with Sosa at Chicago Fire Department Engine 98/Ambulance 11, 202 E. Chicago Ave., where he was signing autographs for first responders and Cubs fans.Sosa was happy to be back in Chicago and giving back."For Club 400, I had to be here to support giving some charities some funds, so that way they can continue helping people—that's awesome," Sosa said. "I know one day, I'm going to come back to Chicago. This year, it's been twice already, so I will keep and continue coming. This is my town. They want me to be here. I'm really, really, really happy to see that."Sosa will be part of the nonprofit charity organization Club 400 Cubs' 10th-anniversary bash Saturday night in northwest suburban Lake in the Hills.
This Week In Photos: Sad Sox Fans, Rain (Finally), Riot Fest And More
CHICAGO — I had never heard fans booing their own team for winning until I sat at a White Sox game this week. But the South Siders swept the Los Angeles Angels at Guaranteed Rate. Much more news happened all around the city as well. See what Block Club...
Naperville Sports Weekly Football Friday Week Five
We are at the midway point of the high school football regular season with week five of Football Friday ready to roll. With howling winds across the area, several local teams face tough road tests while others hope to remain among the few undefeated teams in Illinois. Football Friday is sponsored by BMO.
Naperville Central football improves to 5-0 after a defensive battle against Lincoln Way West
Another Friday, another home for Naperville Central as the Redhawks fly in with a 4-0 record but that winning streak is on the line as they welcome Lincoln Way West. The Warriors come in at 3-1 and hope to bounce after suffering their first defeat a week ago against Sandburg. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.
Naperville North girls swimming defeats Metea by eight points
Naperville North girls swimming travels to Metea Valley for a conference matchup. Both teams look to bounce back after losing their previous DVC meets. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Metea Valley gets a second win in three 200-yard distance races. We start with the 200-yard IM, where the Mustangs...
North Central College athletic photog Steve Woltmann to be honored in hall of fame
NAPERVILLE, Ill. (CBS) -- On Oct. 19, North Central College in Naperville will induct its newest athletic Hall of Fame class.That class this year includes photographer Steve Woltmann—a staffer who has been at it for 44 years, but who never expected he would get such an honor.If a sporting event is going on at North Central College, there's a good chance Woltmann will be there doing what he loves."It's awesome," Woltmann said. "I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world."The Lisle native has been the primary photographer for the Cardinals athletic department since 1980. When he started, it never...
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