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Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Climb ESPN Power Rankings After Recent Win

Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Climb ESPN Power Rankings After Recent Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky got their third win of the season on Sunday against the Connecticut Sun, winning by a final score of 78-66.

Chicago’s public pools to open daily this summer for first time since COVID-19 pandemic

Chicago’s outdoor public pools will be open daily this summer, just in time for a sweltering heatwave forecasted this weekend.

Chicago Police Have Failed To Solve More Homicides. Could A New Law Help?

The department implemented a range of recommendations meant to improve its homicide investigations, but with no obvious effect. Advocates hope that a new transparency law will spur change.

House divided: Who will get Pope Leo’s childhood home outside Chicago?

There’s a growing schism in the first American pope’s hometown. At stake is his childhood home. An auction for the house closes June 18.

New renderings show what Chicago Fire stadium in ‘The 78' could look like

Fans are getting a first look at what the Chicago Fire's $650 million new stadium near downtown Chicago could look like.

Chicago Sky's Statement on Kamilla Cardoso Draws Attention

Chicago Sky's Statement on Kamilla Cardoso Draws Attention originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Column: Jed Hoyer doesn’t need to wait to improve the Chicago Cubs — as the Rafael Devers trade proves

By acquiring Rafael Devers, the San Francisco Giants put the pressure on all teams — including the Chicago Cubs — to show a little urgency.

Chicago Braces for Soaring Temperatures with 90s Expected, Thunderstorms Possible

Chicago's weather is warming, with midweek rain potential, and high temperatures expected towards the weekend.

Community Desk Chicago partners with city to launch grant for community-owned properties

The Wealth Our Way grant program will help support shared-ownership models that allow community members to own and redevelop properties in their neighborhood.

President Donald Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, including Chicago

President Donald Trump on Sunday directed federal immigration officials to prioritize deportations from Democratic-run cities.

With fanbase still locked in, Connecticut Sun look to build consistency against Chicago Sky

Despite an underwhelming start to the 2025 season, the Connecticut Sun are still feeling optimism for the future from the fanbase.

Chicago celebrates Pope Leo XIV at special event at Rate Field

Pope Leo XIV delivered a message of hope by video message on Saturday at a celebration and mass at Rate Field, honoring the papacy of the city's native son.

Pope Leo to deliver 1st address to US audience in video message in Chicago

Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance in his hometown Saturday in his first address to U.S. audiences since he was elected pope.

Chicago outdoors: Chicago crappie for FOTW and deer in Beverly

Big crappie caught from the Chicago River and Montrose Harbor share Fish of the Week honors and a mailbag note on deer roaming Beverly are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 behind Matthew Boyd

Matthew Boyd pitched six innings of one-hit, one-run ball and Dansby Swanson hit a tiebreaking home run in the Chicago Cubs’ 2-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.

Sen. Durbin, Rep. Garcia speak at Chicago No Kings Day protest

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia spoke at the No Kings Day protest in Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago Saturday.

Chicago’s ‘No Kings’ March Sees Massive Group Shut Down The Loop To Protest President Donald Trump (Live Blog)

A huge crowd gathered at Daley Plaza Saturday for a planned march through Downtown as part of a nationwide day of protest against President Donald Trump.

‘Why Chicago?’: Lions’ Brad Holmes surprised Ben Johnson took Bears job

Brad Holmes knew that Ben Johnson was probably on his way out of Detroit, but he was not prepared for where he landed.

Where would the Chicago Cubs be right now without Jameson Taillon?

"Words like 'consistent' and 'reliable' sometimes don't feel like they do Jameson enough justice," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

See Pope Leo XIV rocking a Chicago White Sox hat in St. Peter's Square

During his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 11, noted White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV donned a Chicago cap to take a picture with a newly married couple, the groom also sporting a White Sox hat.

4-day-old baby dolphin dies at Chicago zoo after appearing healthy

A dolphin calf’s first year of life, both in the wild and under professional care, is filled with challenges and milestones it must reach. Newborn dolphins must quickly master a

‘You’re not just representing yourself’: CPS senior on her year on the Chicago School Board

During a chaotic year on the board, Carolina Carchi, 18, said she tried to share the “experiences of students who may never get the chance to speak in a room full of adults with such influence.”

The Tallest Building Ever Designed by a Woman Is Also One of Chicago’s Best Hotels

This nearly $1 billion tower, the world’s tallest building designed by a woman, Jeanne Gang, brings new vigor to a residential nook of downtown Chicago.

Cubs Celebrate Chicago’s Diversity With New Artist-Designed Heritage Jerseys

The five original jersey designs celebrate Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Hispanic and Latino and Greek heritage months.

Chicago Sky React to Major Angel Reese News on Tuesday

Angel Reese entered Tuesday's matchup against the Phoenix Mercury averaging 9.0 points and 13.7 rebounds in the Chicago Sky 's first three games of the season. Reese came up big yet again on Tuesday, dropping a 13-point, 15-rebound double-double, to go along with three assists, three steals and two blocks in 34 minutes of play.

Chicago Bears Q&A: Why create cap space with the Joe Thuney extension? Can Terell Smith be a press CB?

As the Chicago Bears take part in their second week of organized team activities at Halas Hall, could they be laying groundwork for another major addition to the roster? The Tribune’s Brad Biggs addresses that question and many more in this week’s Bears mailbag.

Chicago Adventure Therapy uses the city's urban wilderness for grounding, bonding and learning

There are many ways to approach therapy, but Chicago Adventure Therapy takes young people outside and into the city's urban wilderness for lessons straight from Mother Nature.

Chicago sees least violent Memorial Day weekend in at least 16 years

A tally shows four men killed and at least 21 wounded in shootings across the city. Mayor Brandon Johnson credits the hiring of 200 detectives and increased clearance rates in homicides and shootings as key factors for the dip in Memorial Day weekend violence.

Column: Has the Wrigley Field video board enhanced the ballpark experience for Chicago Cubs fans?

The Chicago Cubs finally entered the video era at Wrigley Field in 2015, when they erected the left field video board. How did it turn out?

Today in Chicago History: Ex-US House Speaker Dennis Hastert charged with lying to FBI

1968: Jim Dooley was introduced as Chicago Bears head coach after George Halas announced his retirement. Ben Johnson is the 19th Chicago Bears head coach. Here’s a look at how past coaches fared — and why they left.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul Hosts Anti-Theft Symposium with Law Enforcement and Industry Experts in Chicago

AG Kwame Raoul hosts a symposium on tackling vehicle hijackings and thefts through public-private partnerships.

Chicago Cubs have sudden $140 million issue with MVP candidate

The Chicago Cubs have two key contracts in the outfield to consider as they sit three games ahead of the St. Louis Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

Darwin was right: a fossil found in Chicago provides unprecedented detail that reinforces the theory of evolution and natural selection

History never ceases to surprise us with the passage of time and the discoveries that come to light. The latest one has been in Chicago, where a fossil has been found that gives se