Illinois high school football playoff format stays put after district proposal gets rejected

The postseason for high school football teams in Illinois will remain in its current format after a district football proposal was voted down by schools in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA).

George Washington High School cranks up the energy for Orange Friday

Orange Friday festivities took place at George Washington High School, where a pep rally showcased the sports and music programs  at CPS neighborhood school on the Southeast Side. 

Hinsdale South senior returns to basketball team after mom's lawsuit

A senior at Hinsdale South High School has been reinstated to the school's basketball team following a lawsuit filed by his mother.

Grind Session showcase: Scottie Pippen in attendance as Chicago hosts top prep basketball players

A showcase of some of the top high school basketball talent in North America is happening at Malcolm X College this weekend, and Bulls legend Scottie Pippen was in attendance on Friday.

North Lawndale College Prep football team bonds before state playoffs with pre-game lock-in

The Illinois High School Association state football playoffs kicked off Friday with first-round games scheduled through Saturday. On the city’s West Side, one high school is taking a unique approach to team-building.

North Lawndale College Prep football team bonds before state playoffs with pre-game lock-in
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The Illinois High School Association state football playoffs kick off Friday with more games this weekend, and one west side high school is making sure their players are locked in on the field and off.

Amundsen High School Vikings get hype ahead of Lane Tech game

Fox 32’s Orange Friday pep rally took place on a crisp fall morning at Amundsen High School, a Chicago public school on the North Side.

Lincoln-Way West High School cranks up the energy ahead of big football game

Lincoln-Way West High School was the ultimate place to celebrate Orange Friday with the gymnasium flooded with the school's colors of orange and black.

Chicago youth football team faces venue challenges amidst violence concerns

A frustrated group of youth Chicago football players and coaches say violence, which has nothing to do with them, is keeping them off the field.