Deal finalized for NHL players to participate in 2026 Olympics: Could any Chicago Blackhawks take the stage?
The NHL, NHLPA and international officials finalized a deal to send players to the 2026 Olympics. Could any Blackhawks participate?
Law Enforcement Torch Run honors Special Olympics with statewide journey
Cook County sheriff’s deputies joined other law enforcement and military personnel in the Law Enforcement Torch Run through Chicago to support the Special Olympics.
1st & North: OTA insights, NFL players in the Olympics & Aaron Rodgers trash talks Bears fans
On this episode of "1st & North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and other NFC North division insiders share their OTA observations.
Ryan Wedding, ex-Olympian-turned drug kingpin, added to FBI 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list
The FBI has named Canadian ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding as one of America’s top 10 most-wanted fugitives. Wedding is accused of ordering murders in Ontario to protect his drug empire.
4 Nations Face-Off is the latest in a long line of memorable international hockey competitions
The U.S.-Canada rematch on Thursday night in Boston could be another memorable country vs. country showdown for a sport with deep roots in international competition.
Ágnes Keleti, Holocaust survivor and oldest living Olympic medal winner, dies at 103
Ágnes Keleti overcame the death of her father and several relatives in the Holocaust to become one of the most successful Jewish Olympic athletes.
'Front-row seats to something amazing': In 2024, the sports world, again, had unforgettable moments
From a walk-off pass to win the Super Bowl and a walk-off grand slam to win a World Series game to Stephen Curry said “nuit, nuit." This year, many moments were — once again — spectacular.
Google's top searches of 2024 include politics, Chappell Roan, Olympics and more
We're learning about some of the most talked-about topics from the year with Sarah Armstrong, a Google Trends expert.
Bela Karolyi, legendary Olympic gymnastic coach, dies at 82
Bela Karolyi, the famed gymnastics coach who defected from Romania and turned USA Gymnastics into a dominating force, has died.
Olympic gymnast Suni Lee opens up about kidney disease diagnosis
Olympic Gold Medalist Suni Lee has teamed up with the American Kidney Fund to bring awareness to the risk of kidney disease after her own diagnosis in 2023.
Simone Biles' post-Olympic tour is helping give men's gymnastics a post-Olympic boost
The U.S. men's bronze-medal breakthrough at the Paris Games — with pommel horse specialist Stephen Nedorscik's clinching routine serving as the exclamation point — has pushed into the spotlight a side of the sport that typically operates in the shadows.
57-year-old skater chases his Olympic dreams
Marc Pelchat, 57, is a great example of why you should never lose hope in trying to follow your dreams.
Olympian Tori Franklin launches the Live Happii Project to encourage adults to get outside
The non profit Live Happii Project is hosting its field day this saturday. It's a series of events that gives adults an excuse to play and connect while also showing young Chicagoans the benefits of connecting with others.
Olympic runner who died after boyfriend’s attack may get special honor in Paris
The city of Paris wants to pay tribute to the late Ugandan Olympic runner who died earlier this month after authorities said her boyfriend set her on fire.
Australian breaker Raygun apologizes: 'People didn’t understand'
Australian breaker Rachael Gunn discussed her performance and experience at the Paris Olympics in a recent television interview.
Rebecca Cheptegei, Olympic marathon runner, dies after being set on fire by boyfriend
Rebecca Cheptegei, a 33-year-old Ugandan Olympic marathoner that recently competed in Paris, died just days after being burned in an attack by her partner.
Olympic marathon runner set on fire by boyfriend, police say
An Olympic marathon runner was attacked and set on fire by her boyfriend during a disagreement on Sunday, police said.
Illinois athlete aims for gold in Paris Paralympic Games
The Paralympic Games kick off this week in Paris with nine athletes from the University of Illinois representing the United States.
Illinois Paralympian goes for gold in Paris
The Paralympic games kick off in Paris this week. Suzanna Scaroni is one of nine athletes from Illinois competing in the Paris Games.
Jordan Chiles has 'no plans' to return bronze medal amid Olympics controversy: report
Chiles was stripped of her medal following a successful appeal from Romania.