Chicago Bears a hot ticket in Las Vegas | Chicago Sports Tonight
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Sam Panayotovich is joined by Westgate SuperBook vice president of race and sports John Murray. The guys discuss how Vegas bookmakers view the Chicago Bears, soaring Bears' liabilities behind the counter and a very deep NFC North. 

Why this weekend was big for the future of Chicago sports | Chicago Sports Tonight
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Cassie Carlson is joined by The Score's Matt Spiegel and ESPN Chicago's Tyler Aki. Are the White Sox poised to continue their momentum after the All-Star break and how big was the MLB Draft for the organization's future? Also, what grade would the panel give Craig Counsell for how he's managed the Cubs during a roller coaster first half the season? Plus, did the Bulls hit a grand slam with Caleb Wilson after his monstrous Summer League debut, and why are the Bears one of the hottest tickets in Vegas right now?

It's England against Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals, with all eyes on Erling Haaland

England's master plan in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday will revolve around stopping Norway striker Erling Haaland. As they would say in Norway, “Lykke til.” Translated: Good luck.

GOP puts WNBA 'on notice' after recent treatment of star player Caitlin Clark

House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.

How will Ben Johnson ratchet up expectations & intensity in training camp | The Offseason - EP. 20
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On this week's Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Fox Chicago Bears analyst Anthony Herron. With just 3 weeks until the Bears report to training camp, how will Ben Johnson ratchet the intensity up even more this year? Also, the crew reacts to Mark Schlereth saying Caleb Williams is not a good quarterback. Plus, did you know that Big Ant played Taylor Swift's bodyguard at the 2009 Country Music Awards? We have pictures!

Papa Hops softball tournament gets swinging in return of South Side tradition

One of Chicago's signature summer softball traditions returns Friday as dozens of teams and thousands of fans are expected to gather on the South Side for the 12th annual Papa Hops 16-inch Softball Tournament.

Is Caleb Williams set up for a massive jump in Year 3? | Chicago Sports Tonight
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The Bears are banking on the Caleb Williams-Ben Johnson marriage to blossom for the team to take the next step coming off an NFC North-winning 2025 season. Is Caleb Williams himself set for a massive jump?

Lionel Messi Is Inevitable | FOX Sports

Inevitable is such a special word. That’s Lionel Messi. Eternal. Inevitable. The Argentina captain achieved the ultimate remontada this week as he looks to lead his country to another World Cup title.

US star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in loss to Belgium in World Cup match: Report

The Associated Press reports U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans' World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks.

From Notre Dame to NIU, the 4 most important college football transfer portal additions

Here are the most important transfer portal addition for Illinois, Notre Dame, Northwestern and Northern Illinois from this past offseason as the 2026 season approaches.

How to watch today’s World Cup match: Thursday, July 9

The FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals get underway today with one match between France and Morocco on the pitch at Boston Stadium.