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This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs takes us through how he approached his first mock draft and why he has the Bears focusing on defense in the first round. Plus, ESPN Raiders reporter Ryan McFadden dives into what happened over the four day span of Maxx Crosby being traded to Baltimore and the Ravens backing out at the last minute.

Cassie Carlson and Tina Nguyen recap the start of MLB season on the Northside, as the Cubs drop the opener to the nationals. Chicago Tribune's Lamond Pope joins us to recap the White Sox opening day loss vs. Brewers. Illini great Kendall Gill and Big Ten Networks Mike Hall preview Illinois Sweet 16 matchup vs Houston.

The Score's Matt Spiegel and ESPN 1000's Jesse Rogers joined Tina Nguyen on Chicago Sports tonight on the eve of both the Cubs and White Sox season-openers. Will there be more pressure on PCA to perform at an even higher level after his huge extension, is the Cubs starting rotation one of the best in the league and what are the chances that the White Sox surprise this season? Plus, does tomorrow's tilt between the Illini and Houston in the Sweet 16 set up as the biggest game in Brad Underwood's tenure at Illinois?

State Rep. Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) joined the show to talk about the debate over whether the state's sanctuary immigration laws contributed to the killing of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.

John Cantanzara, the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, said he agrees that Loyola student Sheridan Gorman's killing, allegedly by a migrant, could have been prevented if not for the state's sanctuary laws.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is responding to criticism lodged against his senior leadership team from fired former Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood.

FS1's Danny Parkins joined Cassie to chat about the big report that the Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong have agreed to a contract extension. Danny explains why PCA is even hungrier now to have a big season. Also, between Caleb Williams, Connor Bedard and PCA, which will become the biggest athlete in Chicago? Plus, Danny reacts to the report that Billy Donovan could step away as Bulls head coach after the season.

A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.

Mateo Farzaneh, a professor at Northeastern Illinois University, joined the show to talk about the latest developments in the Iran War.

The killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman is getting national attention as the suspect, Jose Medina, is facing murder charges.

A now-fired aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is alleging a culture of hostility toward law enforcement in the mayor's office. Manny Whitfield also detailed a personnel dispute that he believes led to his firing.

On this edition of Chicago Sports Tonight, FOX 32 sports anchor Tina Nguyen is joined by The Score’s Chris Emma, MLB Insider Russell Dorsey and ESPN Chicago’s Tyler Aki. The panel explores where the Bears roster currently stands, share their March Madness thoughts and preview Illinois vs Houston in the Sweet 16. Plus, Opening Day is this week, can the Cubs dethrone the Brewers in the NL Central, and can the White Sox avoid a fourth season of 100+ losses.

Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.

Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism.  On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation.  Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget.  To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.

There's an architect making a last-minute pitch to keep the team at Solider Field.  Edward Peck's design includes a translucent roof, more seating, and an entertainment district.  Could these upgrades be enough to keep Indiana or Arlington Heights off the table?  Peck joins us know to make his case.