White Sox, Getz have more work to do before spring training opens 2024 roster taking shape with trades, free-agents, as possible Dylan Cease trade looms Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Union members make the holidays happen Delivery drivers and postal workers deserve an extra special mention because of the determination they show to get our gifts to loved ones, no matter how close we cut it, Illinois AFL-CIO officials write. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Blackhawks likely to be less active in NHL’s winter trade market than in past years Although the Hawks have a number of pending unrestricted free agents, general manager Kyle Davidson doesn’t anticipate executing a lot of trades in the months leading up to the March 8 deadline. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Bears vs. Cardinals — What to Watch 4 The Bears’ top-ranked run defense vs. the Cardinals’ seventh-ranked rushing offense is a key matchup. Justin Fields has an opportunity for a big game against a Cardinals defense that ranks 31st in opponent’s passer rating. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Bears mining hope — not fool’s gold — in final three games The loss to the Browns was a crushing blow, but with Montez Sweat leading a rejuvenated defense, a strong finish against the Cardinals, Falcons and Packers would more likely be a foundation for 2024 rather than false hope. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
In the kitchen with a woman who makes hundreds of tamales for the holidays Virginia Hernandez recruits family and friends to help make tamales. She calls the annual December gathering the “mega tamales making event.” Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Dear Abby: Husband insists I make nice with his toxic mother The two haven’t spoken since a disagreement six years ago about the mother-in-law spanking her grandchildren. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Chicago outdoors: It’s a long way to Grand Teton National Park An elk in snow at Grand Teton National Park and watching the advance off a beaver’s work along the Kankakee River are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond (even way beyond). Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Keep the coach? QB? Both? Neither? Bears had same dilemma 3 years ago The fact that they’re back in the same predicament tells you that chairman George McCaskey handled the last decision poorly. But what, if anything, did he learn from it? Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Pullman National Historical Park is a testament to the triumph of unions As we celebrate the recent successes of the UAW labor deal and the preservation of the Pullman legacy, Congress must reaffirm our commitment to working families, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly writes. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Here’s what could determine whether Trump is kicked off ballots in 2024 The Colorado Supreme Court kicked Trump off the ballot. The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to take up the case. The U.S. Constitution is clear on the matter, if the court rules that Trump engaged in insurrection. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Dima Sulaiman was the kind of neighbor who didn’t want to be a familiar stranger. She wanted to be friends. Rogers Park resident Dima Sulaiman may have been disabled, but she didn’t let her physical ailments or her family’s challenging experiences as Iraqi refugees deter her. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Terrence Shannon scores 30 as No. 13 Illinois routs Missouri for Braggin’ Rights “There was a little bit of juice, obviously, because of how bad they beat us last year,” said Shannon, who eclipsed 20 points for the seventh time in his last nine games. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Horoscope for Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023 Avoid shopping or important decisions after 10 p.m. PST. The moon is in Taurus. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Woman hospitalized after being shot while driving in Ashburn The 28-year-old woman was driving in the 4500 block of West 83rd Street at about 6:10 p.m. when a man driving in blue Jeep fired shots, hitting her in both her legs and her abdomen, according to police.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Kevin Korchinski returns to Blackhawks’ lineup in loss to Canadiens Korchinski logged more than 20 minutes of ice time Friday after missing the last six games following his father’s death. But the Canadiens ripped off five straight goals to beat the Hawks 5-2.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Zavier Fitch’s big game helps Brother Rice stay perfect Fitch scored 20 points and grabbed 19 rebounds as the No. 5 Crusaders beat No. 25 West Aurora 59-40 on Friday night.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Hundreds of toys handed out to children across Chicago Nearly 300 children each received a toy during the fifth annual giveaway organized by Communities Partnering for Peace.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Simone Biles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Angel Reese, Coco Gauff put on magic show This year, the magic seemed to spread further than usual across the sports landscape. At the highest levels. Black women standing on podiums, lifting trophies, receiving medals, being themselves.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2023 Kwanzaa in Chicago: Where to celebrate the weeklong holiday Kwanzaa, from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, celebrates the African heritage and history within African American culture.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2023 Ex-boyfriend of slain Austin woman wanted in connection with her slaying Chicago police have requested the public’s help locating Kenneth Brown, 44, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend Maria Roque.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2023 Winter flower shows blooming with colors at Lincoln Park, Garfield Park conservatories Open through Jan. 7, winter flower shows at the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Garfield Park Conservatory offer a vibrant escape from gloomy winter days.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2023 Bears coach Matt Eberflus has plenty at stake in final three games of season He could help his case to stay if he gets the Bears to 8-9, but there’s no margin for additional embarrassment.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2023 Polling Place: How does a really good Bears team for Christmas sound? You know, one of these years We wanted to know which not-gonna-happen gift would delight you most this holiday season: big-time success by the Bears, by the Bulls or by the Blackhawks.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2023 Cardinals QB Kyler Murray has more control over his fate than Bears’ Justin Fields The Bears’ hold the Panthers pick that, were the season to end today, would be the first overall pick. Fields winning the Bears’ last three games — they’ll be favored in at least two of them — won’t change that fundamental fact.