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Chicago White Sox keeping a close eye on young starters’ workloads: ‘We just have to be mindful’

Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable said conversations among the coaching staff about pitchers’ workloads are “ongoing and daily trying to figure it out.”

Angel Reese and the ‘mebounds’ myth: How Chicago Sky star is turning an (inaccurate) insult into a brand

Angel Reese is embracing the “mebounds” — at least as a businesswoman. The Chicago Sky star filed a trademark application over the weekend for the term, which refers to a rebound a player secures off her own missed shot.

2 Chicago Bears in danger of getting cut after 2025 minicamp

Here we'll try to look at the two Chicago Bears players who may be in danger of getting cut after their 2025 minicamp.

Fascinating Balkan Cuisine In Chicago At Ambar

Well at Ambar, that includes several choices of pita bread, soups such as Veal and Carrot Ginger, Almond Fried Chicken and several items from their wood burning oven.

Chicago Sky Coach Makes Hailey Van Lith Statement After Sun Game

Before Sunday's game, Van Lith had been averaging just 3.7 points and 1.0 rebounds per contest through seven career appearances. Sunday was also her first game scoring in double f

WBEZ, longtime Chicago voice for 'respect and joy rather than derision and hate,' needs your help

With Congress slashing funds to National Public Radio as part of President Donald Trump's war on government and the people it serves, WBEZ needs your help.

Angel Reese records first triple-double of career as Chicago tops Connecticut

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese recorded the first triple-double of her career in Chicago’s 78-66 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Reese finished the victory with 11 points, 13 rebounds and a career-high 11 assists,

PHOTOS: ‘No Kings’ Rally In Chicago Draws Thousands To The Loop

An estimated 75,000 people flooded the Loop for the local edition of the nationwide movement to protest President Donald Trump.

Big Cheers for No. 14, Pope Leo, at the Ballpark

Chicago held a celebration on Saturday at the home of the White Sox to fully embrace the city’s connection to the new leader of the Catholic Church.

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.

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.

'No Kings' protests coming to Chicago and suburbs Saturday: Live updates

What is “No Kings Day”? The “No Kings” rallies across the nation are intended to counter the military parade Trump has planned to mark the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday, which also lands on the president’s 79th birthday. Evanston: Fountain Square at 10 a.m.

Stolen From Buddhist Monks, Sacred Painting Is Returned by Chicago Museum

Korean officials discovered the painting in the Smart Museum’s collection at the University of Chicago. It was stolen from a temple nearly 35 years ago.

Michael Madigan sentencing hearing starts at Chicago courthouse: Live updates

Prosecutors want a judge to give Madigan, the longest-serving state House leader in U.S. history, 12.5 years in prison. His hearing begins at 1 p.m.

‘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.

17 arrested, 4 charged with felonies as thousands gathered for anti-ICE protests in downtown Chicago

Ten others were charged with misdemeanors including battery, resisting arrest, reckless conduct and criminal defacement of property under $500, officials said.

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

Choose Chicago launches new marketing campaign: Never Done. Never Outdone.

The city’s tourism arm is hoping it has found a way to sum up and sell Chicago to the world in four simple words: “Never Done. Never Outdone.”

‘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.”

New Chicago bar named one of the best in America by Bon Appétit

Gus’ Sip & Dip in Chicago was named one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Bars in America. The bar offers 30 reimagined cocktails, rotating Happy Hours, and late-night dining. CHICAGO - A River North cocktail bar is getting national attention.

Can Pope Leo revitalize Catholicism in Chicago?

Now that the world's most famous Catholic is an American from Chicago, some hope Pope Leo XIV will help bring new energy to a church that's been on the steady decline there.

Ex-Chicago Officer Jacqueline Villasenor to Enter Plea in Court for 2021 Shooting Death of Husband

Ex-Chicago officer Jacqueline Villasenor is set for a plea hearing over the 2021 shooting death of her husband.

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.

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.

A long way to go: Chicago Bears proposed move to Arlington Heights would require complicated approval by local taxing bodies

The proposed move would require an extensive review by local school districts, a park district, and even, potentially, the Northwest Mosquito Abatement District.

Memorial Day 2025 in Chicago: Parades, ceremonies, runs, and chilly beach days

Despite the cooler weather this year, people were still out and about for Memorial Day in the Chicago area. Asal Rezaei reports.

City in Chicago: Supporting sky blue from the Windy City

Learn more about some of our fans based in the United States as part of the new 'Our City, Our Stories' series in collaboration with Goal Click.Pep Guardiola's men head over to the USA later this

Could Reds Outfielder Be Solution For Padres' 'Trade Market' Search?

The San Diego Padres are in the market for a new left fielder as the trade deadline nears, and Austin Hays could be an option as the Cincinnati Reds struggle.

Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV may have difficulty remaining a U.S. citizen

VATICAN CITY, — Pope Leo XIV's election as the first U.S.-born leader of the Catholic Church elevated him to the extremely rare, and legally thorny, position of being an American citizen who now is also a foreign head of state.