College basketball: Takeaways from Michigan's win over Illinois in a top-10 showdown

Here are our takeaways from Illinois’ top-10 tilt with No. 3 Michigan in a game where the Illini lost one key facet of the game, and the Wolverines ran away with the game.

Chicago native, Ohio State WR Carnell Tate takes hometown lessons to the NFL as a fighter

Growing up in Chicago, Carnell Tate learned one key lesson that he's carried with him through his Ohio State career. Here's how that one lesson will serve him well in the NFL.

How former Joliet Central & Illini star Roger Powell has Valparaiso playing red hot

Roger Powell was all smiles outside as Valparaiso beat UIC Saturday. The Joliet native and former Fighting Illini player is suddenly coaching one of the hottest teams in the country.

Why Illinois basketball is one of 7 teams that could earn an NCAA Tournament No. 1 seed

By the end of the weekend, there should finally be some clarity surrounding which teams could earn a 1-seed in this year's NCAA Tournament. So here's why Illinois is a likely candidate.

Who is Gavin McKenna? Projected 2026 NHL top draft pick faces assault charges

Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault and disorderly conduct connected to an incident in late January.