DePaul begins demolition for new basketball practice facility despite criticism
Demolition is underway in Lincoln Park as DePaul University clears former student housing to make way for a new four-story basketball practice facility, a project the university says will strengthen its athletic programs but preservation advocates argue will permanently change the neighborhood.
Demolition is underway in Lincoln Park as DePaul University clears former student housing to make way for a new four-story basketball practice facility, a project the university says will strengthen its athletic programs but preservation advocates argue will permanently change the neighborhood.
Lace up! Big Ten Network's BIG 10K returns Saturday for its 15th annual race
The Big Ten mascots join Good Day Chicago live ahead of the 15th annual BIG 10K race at Soldier Field.
The Big Ten mascots join Good Day Chicago live ahead of the 15th annual BIG 10K race at Soldier Field.
Former Northwestern star highlights Chicago Bulls Summer League roster
A former Northwestern star highlights the Chicago Bulls' 2026 NBA Summer League roster that will play in Las Vegas.
A former Northwestern star highlights the Chicago Bulls' 2026 NBA Summer League roster that will play in Las Vegas.
College sports bill clears key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition
A bill that top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports cleared a key vote in the Senate on Thursday with bipartisan support.
A bill that top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports cleared a key vote in the Senate on Thursday with bipartisan support.
Illinois basketball: What an Andrej Stojakovic return means for the Illini
The deadline to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft was 10:59 p.m. Wednesday. Andrej Stojakovic might have made some sweat, but he made his decision at 6 p.m.
The deadline to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft was 10:59 p.m. Wednesday. Andrej Stojakovic might have made some sweat, but he made his decision at 6 p.m.
Thornton Township alum Morez Johnson to keep his name in 2026 NBA Draft | Report
Morez Johnson Jr. is two years removed from starring at Thornton Township High School. Now, he'll be one of the more intriguing NBA Draft prospects after reportedly keeping his name in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Morez Johnson Jr. is two years removed from starring at Thornton Township High School. Now, he'll be one of the more intriguing NBA Draft prospects after reportedly keeping his name in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois' Final Four run
Illinois and coach Brad Underwood agreed to new terms on his six-year contract that runs through 2031-32.
Illinois and coach Brad Underwood agreed to new terms on his six-year contract that runs through 2031-32.
Illini star Keaton Wagler talks his meteoric rise to lottery pick status at NBA Combine
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
A year ago, Keaton Wagler considered redshirting to add more playing weight. Now, he's most certainly going to be a lottery pick in the NBA Draft. The Illinois' star talked about his rise at the NBA Combine.
Will Andrej Stojakovic return to Illinois or stay in the 2026 NBA Draft? He discussed the decision
Andrej Stojakovic announced he'd be returning to Illinois. He also declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. He discussed the impending decision he has to make at the NBA Combine in Chicago.
Andrej Stojakovic announced he'd be returning to Illinois. He also declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. He discussed the impending decision he has to make at the NBA Combine in Chicago.
Andrej Stojakovic talks deciding to enter the NBA Draft vs. returning to Illini basketball
Illinois basketball's Andrej Stojakovic has a decision to make. The Illini guard entered the 2026 NBA Draft and will get feedback from scouts and evaluators. Then, he'll have to decide to stay in the draft or return to Champaign. He discussed his process on Wednesday.
Illinois basketball's Andrej Stojakovic has a decision to make. The Illini guard entered the 2026 NBA Draft and will get feedback from scouts and evaluators. Then, he'll have to decide to stay in the draft or return to Champaign. He discussed his process on Wednesday.
Illinois basketball: Illini agree to home-and-home with blue blood Duke
After a Final Four season, Illinois basketball is scheduling a fellow college basketball contender for the next two seasons.
After a Final Four season, Illinois basketball is scheduling a fellow college basketball contender for the next two seasons.
What went behind the NCAA Tournament expanding March Madness to 76 teams | ChicagoLIVE
One of the biggest college sports developments this year has been the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. FOX Chicago digital sports reporter Chris Kwiecinski explains what went into the expansion and what it means.
One of the biggest college sports developments this year has been the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams. FOX Chicago digital sports reporter Chris Kwiecinski explains what went into the expansion and what it means.
March Madness will expand to 76 teams in 2027: Here's how the NCAA Tournament will work
The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams for a total of 76 teams each next season. Here's how it will work.
The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams for a total of 76 teams each next season. Here's how it will work.
Northwestern basketball: How the Wildcats look after massive transfer additions and departures
The early April weeks were harrowing for Northwestern basketball. However, the ‘Cats have reshaped their roster with a veteran look. Here's how NU looks after a wave of transfer portal additions.
The early April weeks were harrowing for Northwestern basketball. However, the ‘Cats have reshaped their roster with a veteran look. Here's how NU looks after a wave of transfer portal additions.
Catholic schools Notre Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome with men's-women's doubleheader
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader to open the season in Rome. The matchup was inspired by Pope Leo XIV.
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader to open the season in Rome. The matchup was inspired by Pope Leo XIV.
Illinois basketball: Illini to return majority of its core, agent says
A handful of Illini basketball players who were critical to the team's Final Four run this season will return for the 2025-2026 season.
A handful of Illini basketball players who were critical to the team's Final Four run this season will return for the 2025-2026 season.
Illinois basketball: The latest on the Illini offseason, and what could come next
Here’s the latest on where Illinois basketball stands as the offseason begins, departures are coming clear and the transfer portal is coming into play.
Here’s the latest on where Illinois basketball stands as the offseason begins, departures are coming clear and the transfer portal is coming into play.
Michigan’s portal-powered lineup delivers championship in new era: Telander
Michigan captures the national title with a roster built through the transfer portal, underscoring how money, movement and experience are redefining college basketball.
Michigan captures the national title with a roster built through the transfer portal, underscoring how money, movement and experience are redefining college basketball.
Illini wheelchair basketball team makes Final Four run
The University of Illinois saw two basketball programs shine this season, with the men’s team and men's wheelchair team making a Final Four.
The University of Illinois saw two basketball programs shine this season, with the men’s team and men's wheelchair team making a Final Four.
Why the Illini will return to the Final 4 soon | Chicago Sports Tonight
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?
Kendall Gill joined Tina Nguyen in studio to recap the Illini's tough Final 4 loss to UCONN on Saturday. What caused the Illini's cold shooting? Also, Kendall reflects on what the Illini returning to prominence means for him and other Illini alumni. Plus, how quickly can Brad Underwood get this program back to the Final 4?