Michigan's Nimari Burnett playing in his Chicago hometown for a spot in the Final Four
Nimari Burnett's basketball journey has taken him all over the country. Now, he's one win away from clinching a spot in the Final Four in his home town.
Nimari Burnett's basketball journey has taken him all over the country. Now, he's one win away from clinching a spot in the Final Four in his home town.
Cade Horton and Ian Happ power the Chicago Cubs to their first win of 2026
Cade Horton, the runner-up in the 2025 NL Rookie of the Year race, retired the first nine batters he faced to power the Cubs to their first win of 2026.
Cade Horton, the runner-up in the 2025 NL Rookie of the Year race, retired the first nine batters he faced to power the Cubs to their first win of 2026.
UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.
Big Ten has 4 teams in the NCAA regional finals, seizing the March Madness spotlight from the SEC
No other league has more than one team in this weekend's regional finals than the Big Ten. The results continue to back that up.
No other league has more than one team in this weekend's regional finals than the Big Ten. The results continue to back that up.
A Michigan superstar, and an old ball coach: Top performers from the Sweet Sixteen at the United Center
Here are the players and coaches who stood out at the United Center in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament.
Here are the players and coaches who stood out at the United Center in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament.
Thunder officially eliminate the Chicago Bulls from any postseason contention
The Bulls, who never wanted to say the word “rebuild," have taken the biggest step in furthering their rebuild along with Friday's loss.
The Bulls, who never wanted to say the word “rebuild," have taken the biggest step in furthering their rebuild along with Friday's loss.
A new day for PCA: Pete Crow-Armstrong revels in being the face of Chicago Cubs
Pete Crow-Armstrong's extension makes him the face of the Cubs' franchise. He's a persona that's already been embraced as a fan favorite and a player with MVP-type potential.
Pete Crow-Armstrong's extension makes him the face of the Cubs' franchise. He's a persona that's already been embraced as a fan favorite and a player with MVP-type potential.
Hannah Hidalgo has 31-point triple-double to lead Notre Dame past Vanderbilt in March Madness
Hannah Hidalgo's legacy game included a record-setting triple-double that lifted Notre Dame past Vanderbilt and into the Elite Eight for the first time since 2019.
Hannah Hidalgo's legacy game included a record-setting triple-double that lifted Notre Dame past Vanderbilt and into the Elite Eight for the first time since 2019.
What position group should the Bears focus on with the 25th overall pick? | The Offseason - Ep. 6
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.
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.
NYC Hotel Concerns, Big Matchups, and Penalty Pressure | Futbol HQ
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
Cubs World Series Champion Jason Heyward announces retirement after 16-year career
Jason Heyward, who launched his 16-year major league career with the Atlanta Braves in 2010 and won a World Series title with the Chicago Cubs in 2016, announced his retirement on Friday.
Jason Heyward, who launched his 16-year major league career with the Atlanta Braves in 2010 and won a World Series title with the Chicago Cubs in 2016, announced his retirement on Friday.
How much does a Wrigley Field vendor make on opening day? | ChicagoNOW
The numbers are in from opening day at Wrigley Field! Viral Wrigley Field vendor, Jonah Fialkow, shares behind the scenes of his opening day sales.
The numbers are in from opening day at Wrigley Field! Viral Wrigley Field vendor, Jonah Fialkow, shares behind the scenes of his opening day sales.
NFL blocks Tom Brady's new bid to unretire | ChicagoNOW
Tom Brady revealed he considered unretiring again, but the NFL blocked the move. The league opposed his return because he is a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Tom Brady revealed he considered unretiring again, but the NFL blocked the move. The league opposed his return because he is a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
IOC chair announces ban on transgender athletes in female competitions in Olympic events
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Thursday a new policy that will bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s events at the Olympics. The policy will be in effect starting with the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Thursday a new policy that will bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s events at the Olympics. The policy will be in effect starting with the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Chicago beats LA and Boston as America's #2 top sports city | ChicagoNOW
According to 'American Holidays' list of top 10 sports cities, Chicago ranks #2. Chicago is first place when it comes to number of sports bars but ranks just below New York City in number of significant sport stadiums.
According to 'American Holidays' list of top 10 sports cities, Chicago ranks #2. Chicago is first place when it comes to number of sports bars but ranks just below New York City in number of significant sport stadiums.
Recap Opening Day from White Sox and Cubs, Preview Illini Sweet 16 matchup | Chicago Sports Tonight
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.
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.
Murakami caps his MLB debut with a homer in White Sox's 14-2 loss to Brewers
Even in a 14-2 Opening Day loss to Milwaukee, White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami showed signs Thursday that he could deliver in the big leagues.
Even in a 14-2 Opening Day loss to Milwaukee, White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami showed signs Thursday that he could deliver in the big leagues.
Cubs reportedly extend Nico Hoerner's contract: What it means for the Cubs
The Cubs ended the day with good news: They've reportedly agreed to terms with Gold Glove second baseman Nico Hoerner on an extension. Here's what that means for the team.
The Cubs ended the day with good news: They've reportedly agreed to terms with Gold Glove second baseman Nico Hoerner on an extension. Here's what that means for the team.
Takeaways as the Chicago Cubs fall flat vs. the Nationals on Opening Day
Here are our takeaways from the Cubs' opening day loss to the Nationals, as the Northsiders fell flat on Day 1 after an offseason of anticipation.
Here are our takeaways from the Cubs' opening day loss to the Nationals, as the Northsiders fell flat on Day 1 after an offseason of anticipation.
Bulls guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith will miss the rest of the season because of injuries
Guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith will miss the remainder of the Chicago Bulls' season, the team announced on Thursday.
Guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith will miss the remainder of the Chicago Bulls' season, the team announced on Thursday.