Exciting weekend events to enjoy in Chicago

Chicagoans, it's time to shake off the recent chill and embrace the weekend with these fantastic events happening in the city.

Helmet cover pads changing the game for youth and pro athletes
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Dr. Elizabeth Pieroth, neurospyschologist at Rush Medical Center, talked about the effectiveness of helmet cover pads in preventing concussions and reducing damage to youth and professional athletes.

Bears look to bounce back against Buccaneers
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CHGO Sports host Mark Carman breaks down the Bears' matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Twins hit 3 homers, get strong start from Maeda in 10-2 win over White Sox

Kyle Farmer hit a two-run homer to cap Minnesota's four-run seventh inning, Kenta Maeda threw seven strong innings and the Twins routed the Chicago White Sox 10-2 on Thursday night.

Guardian Caps show promise in tackling concussion concerns in football

Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.

Guardian Caps show promise in tackling concussion concerns in football
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Despite being a concern in multiple sports, football-related concussions have been in the spotlight for several years now and the concern is on all levels of play. In a FOX 32 special report, Cassie Carlson takes a look at the impact a new piece of equipment is having on trying to reduce this brain injury.

Chicago Bears drop push for Arlington Heights stadium tax break
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The Chicago Bears have announced that they will not pursue a state law seeking a long-term property tax break for a new stadium, at least not during this year's legislative session in Springfield.

Kris Bryant hits one of the Rockies’ four homers in a 7-3 win over the playoff-contending Cubs

Kris Bryant went deep for the second straight game, one of four home runs by Colorado, and the Rockies beat the Chicago Cubs 7-3 on Wednesday for their first series win in a month.

Michael Massey homers for second straight game, Royals beat White Sox 7-1

Michael Massey homered for the second straight game, Salvador Perez had three hits and two RBIs and the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 7-1 on Wednesday night.

How to avoid injuries during rec sports, working out
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Aaron Rodgers is out for the season after he tore his Achilles tendon over the weekend. Sports Medicine physician Jeremy Alland explains how to keep yourself safe while playing recreational sports or out.

NFL Players Association pushes for NFL to switch all fields to natural grass

The players' union called for the change after four-time NFL MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers tore his left Achilles tendon in his debut with the New York Jets.

Invictus Games honoring wounded service members
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Wounded service members from several nations are competing today in Dusseldorf, Germany as the Invictus Games get underway.

Bryant homers, has 3 RBIs against former team in Rockies’ 6-4 win over Cubs

Kris Bryant hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning and had three RBIs against his former team, helping the Colorado Rockies beat the Chicago Cubs 6-4 on Tuesday night.

Royals beat White Sox 11-10 in nightcap after losing opener 6-2

Maikel García hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning after Kansas City wasted a nine-run lead, and the Royals hung on to beat the Chicago White Sox 11-10 on Tuesday night for a doubleheader split.