How the Chicago Bears defense is preparing for the unknown parts of the Vikings' offense

After a year of waiting, J..J McCarthy will make his NFL debut on Monday. But, the Bears can't overlook any part of McCarthy. Here's how the Bears are preparing for the La Grange Park native on Monday Night.

Dan Bernstein talks Bears season outlook and launching two new podcasts
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Legendary Chicago sports voice Dan Bernstein joins us to break down the Bears' chances this season and share why he?s diving into the podcast world with Unfiltered and Forward Progress.

Caitlin Clark?s season ends with groin injury: Indiana Fever star eyes 2026 comeback ChicagoNOW
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark will miss the rest of the WNBA season after a lingering groin injury ? along with a late bone bruise setback ? sidelined the rookie sensation just before the All-Star break. The 22-year-old says she?s ?heartbroken? by the early ending to her first year, but remains determined to return stronger for the 2026 season.

Surging White Sox win fifth straight, rallying again to sweep Twins

The White Sox improve to 5-62 when trailing after six innings, and pick up their 23rd comeback win of the season after having 12 in all of 2024.

Angel Reese suspended, out for Sky’s matchup with Fever, WNBA says

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese will miss Friday night’s game against the Indiana Fever after being suspended for receiving her eighth technical foul of the 2025 season, the WNBA announced Thursday.

Good Good Golf + Mountain Dew: Shaking up golf at Kemper Lakes | ChicagoNOW
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Mountain Dew and Good Good Golf are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind tournament bringing creators, celebrities, and fans together at Kemper Lakes Golf Club in Kildeer. From bracket-style matches to fan competitions and even a live country concert, it?s shaping up to be a full day of action on and off the green.

NFL's new rules kick off for 2025 season. What you need to know

A new season with new rules is one of the changes fans can expect as the NFL makes a few tweaks to its officiating system.

Chicago Stars announce move from Bridgeview to Northwestern campus
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The Chicago Stars will move from SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, to the campus of Northwestern University for the 2026 season, the team announced Wednesday.

Ben Johnson and his Chicago Bears' offense arrive at a first test: A blitzing Vikings defense

The next handful of days will be key for the Chicago Bears. Ben Johnson will figure out how to piece together his offense in Week 1, which will be tested against the blitz-happy Vikings.

What the 2025 Chicago Bears depth chart reveals before kickoff in Week 1
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The Chicago Bears enter the 2025 season with fresh momentum, a new-look offense and high hopes for a turnaround. As NFL Week 1 approaches, here?s a breakdown of the Bears? depth chart across all three phases of the game.

Cassie catches up with Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker
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Jaquan Brisker is preparing for his first game day since October 2024, and the Bears' defense is glad to have him back. Cassie Carlson catches up with the fourth-year safety before Week 1 vs. Minnesota.

Chicago Stars announce move from Bridgeview to Northwestern campus

The Chicago Stars will move from SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, to the campus of Northwestern University for the 2026 season, the team announced Wednesday.

Inside the Chicago Bears? Girls Flag Football takeover | ChicagoNOW
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The Chicago Bears? have recently launched an initiative with Girls Flag Football at Training Camp. It was a series of visits that welcomed five high schools to Halas Hall this summer to highlight the growth of the sport and inspire future athletes. Among those five schools, Butler College Prep was the final team to attend, and we?re excited to learn more about the behind-the-scenes experience these athletes enjoyed.

Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’

A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.

Benintendi's two-HR, four-hit day propels White Sox past Twins

Andrew Benintendi went 4 for 5 with two homers and five RBIs as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 12-3 on Tuesday night.

Tina talks the Bears-Vikings Monday Night Football matchup with Alec Lewis: Overtime
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Week 1 is finally here. The Bears and Vikings will wrap up the first week of action on Monday Night Football. Tina Nguyen breaks down the game with The Athletic's Alec Lewis.