Takeaways as Illinois basketball dominates Penn to open the NCAA Tournament
Here are our takeaways from Illinois basketball's dominant win over Penn to open the NCAA
Here are our takeaways from Illinois basketball's dominant win over Penn to open the NCAA
Why Caleb Williams will elevate into the top 10 QB rankings | Chicago Sports Tonight
The Score's Matt Spiegel joined Cassie Carlson and Tina Nguyen in studio on CST. The panel previews MLB Opening Day, which is just a week away. Will Cade Horton develop into an ace, and could Daniel Palencia be an elite closer? Plus, where will Caleb Williams rank among QB's next season and why is there a good chance he elevates further into the top 10.
The Score's Matt Spiegel joined Cassie Carlson and Tina Nguyen in studio on CST. The panel previews MLB Opening Day, which is just a week away. Will Cade Horton develop into an ace, and could Daniel Palencia be an elite closer? Plus, where will Caleb Williams rank among QB's next season and why is there a good chance he elevates further into the top 10.
Fred Hoiberg makes history: Ex-Bulls coach leads Nebraska to its first NCAA Tournament win
Finally, Nebraska has a happy March Madness memory. Fred Hoiberg, the former Bulls coach, delivered the Huskers their first-ever NCAA Tournament win.
Finally, Nebraska has a happy March Madness memory. Fred Hoiberg, the former Bulls coach, delivered the Huskers their first-ever NCAA Tournament win.
March Madness: Chase Johnston hadn't made a 2-pointer all year. His layup lifts High Point over Wisconsin
Chase Johnston converted an easy layup - his first 2-point basket of the season - to lift High Point over No. 5 seed Wisconsin for the first major upset of the NCAA Tournament.
Chase Johnston converted an easy layup - his first 2-point basket of the season - to lift High Point over No. 5 seed Wisconsin for the first major upset of the NCAA Tournament.
Inside scoop on potential White Sox stadium site in the South Loop | Toyota Talks
In this week's Toyota Talks, Tina Nguyen chatted with MLB.com White Sox beat writer Scott Merkin about the new potential White Sox stadium site after Matt Ishbia purchased a plot of land in the South Loop. Scott also previews how White Sox spring training is going in Arizona and some storylines White Sox fans should be looking for with Opening Day a week away.
In this week's Toyota Talks, Tina Nguyen chatted with MLB.com White Sox beat writer Scott Merkin about the new potential White Sox stadium site after Matt Ishbia purchased a plot of land in the South Loop. Scott also previews how White Sox spring training is going in Arizona and some storylines White Sox fans should be looking for with Opening Day a week away.
Former Bears DB Nahshon Wright doubles 2025 earnings with NFL's performance pay program
Former Bears defensive back Nahshon Wright more than doubled his 2025 earnings thanks to a bonus from the NFL's performance-based pay program.
Former Bears defensive back Nahshon Wright more than doubled his 2025 earnings thanks to a bonus from the NFL's performance-based pay program.
TMZ: Hockey Hall of Fame won’t return Jack Hughes’ goal puck | ChicagoNOW
The Hockey Hall of Fame says the historic puck from Jack Hughes’ goal is staying put, despite his public push to get it back.
The Hockey Hall of Fame says the historic puck from Jack Hughes’ goal is staying put, despite his public push to get it back.
AI meets March Madness as new tool aims to improve bracket picks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Sheldon Jacobson explains how artificial intelligence can analyze probabilities and help fans make smarter bracket decisions in one of sports’ most unpredictable tournaments.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor Sheldon Jacobson explains how artificial intelligence can analyze probabilities and help fans make smarter bracket decisions in one of sports’ most unpredictable tournaments.
Illinois lawmakers revisit stadium bill as Bears weigh Arlington Heights vs. Indiana move
State leaders resume debate on legislation that could shape a new Chicago Bears stadium deal in Arlington Heights, as experts weigh whether it’s enough to keep the team from relocating to Indiana while also discussing new White Sox development plans.
State leaders resume debate on legislation that could shape a new Chicago Bears stadium deal in Arlington Heights, as experts weigh whether it’s enough to keep the team from relocating to Indiana while also discussing new White Sox development plans.
Chicago Bears bring back suburban native at LB, add defensive line depth
The Chicago Bears have added more defensive depth in the third week of free agency, bringing back a linebacker who's familiar to Bears fans and to northern suburban football fans.
The Chicago Bears have added more defensive depth in the third week of free agency, bringing back a linebacker who's familiar to Bears fans and to northern suburban football fans.
A Chicago mashup, a hot dog for Murakami: White Sox unveil 2026 ballpark food menu
As the Chicago White Sox head into a new season with renewed on-field hope, they’re also unveiling an array of creative and locally inspired concession foods to excite fans at Rate Field.
As the Chicago White Sox head into a new season with renewed on-field hope, they’re also unveiling an array of creative and locally inspired concession foods to excite fans at Rate Field.
Are the Illini primed to make a run in March Madness? | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie Carlson checks in with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner ahead of Illinois' first round game against Penn in the NCAA Tournament. How will freshman Keaton Wagler handle the pressure in March and can Brad Underwood's Illini advance past Houston in the Sweet 16
Cassie Carlson checks in with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner ahead of Illinois' first round game against Penn in the NCAA Tournament. How will freshman Keaton Wagler handle the pressure in March and can Brad Underwood's Illini advance past Houston in the Sweet 16
Penn players represent Chicago as they prepare to take on Illini | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie Carlson catches up with Penn Basketball's AJ Levine and Dalton Scantlebury. Two Penn players from the Chicagoland area who are feeling confident ahead of their first-round matchup against Illinois.
Cassie Carlson catches up with Penn Basketball's AJ Levine and Dalton Scantlebury. Two Penn players from the Chicagoland area who are feeling confident ahead of their first-round matchup against Illinois.
$1B prize offered for nearly impossible perfect bracket | ChicagoLIVE
A new bracket challenge is offering $1B for a perfect March Madness bracket — and it’s free to enter.
A new bracket challenge is offering $1B for a perfect March Madness bracket — and it’s free to enter.
Key takeaways from Marcus Freeman as Notre Dame football opens its spring practices
Here are some takeaways from Marcus Freeman's press conference to officially open Notre Dame's spring practices.
Here are some takeaways from Marcus Freeman's press conference to officially open Notre Dame's spring practices.
Future White Sox owner Justin Ishbia to buy South Loop rail yard for potential stadium
The Chicago White Sox will reportedly have a new plot of land where its new ownership could be eying a new stadium.
The Chicago White Sox will reportedly have a new plot of land where its new ownership could be eying a new stadium.
Why the Illini's lack of identity is their biggest obstacle | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Sports Bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Mike explained why a lack of identity is the Illini's biggest obstacle, which teams he believes are dark horses to reach the Sweet 16 and if the NIL era will prevent massive upsets in the NCAA Tournament.
Fox Sports Bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Mike explained why a lack of identity is the Illini's biggest obstacle, which teams he believes are dark horses to reach the Sweet 16 and if the NIL era will prevent massive upsets in the NCAA Tournament.
WNBA and players union have reached an agreement in principle on a transformational new CBA
The WNBA will have its first million dollar players after the league and its players’ union reached a deal in principle on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning.
The WNBA will have its first million dollar players after the league and its players’ union reached a deal in principle on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning.
Arlington Heights makes late push to land Chicago Bears as deadline looms
Mayor Jim Tinaglia says time is running out for lawmakers to act as Arlington Heights intensifies efforts to secure a Bears stadium deal and keep the team in Illinois.
Mayor Jim Tinaglia says time is running out for lawmakers to act as Arlington Heights intensifies efforts to secure a Bears stadium deal and keep the team in Illinois.
USA falls to Venezuela in 2026 World Baseball Classic final
Team USA fell to Venezuela in the 2026 WBC championship game.
Team USA fell to Venezuela in the 2026 WBC championship game.



















