Wisch: Jon Lester's Deal Isn't About 6 Years – It's About 1
A World Series title from the Cubs would justify any spending of money.
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Former Cub Soriano Calls It Quits: 'My Mind Not Focused On Baseball'
Alfonso Soriano, 38, completed in 2014 the final year of his $136 million, eight-year contract he signed with the Chicago Cubs before the 2007 season.
Soriano on Castro: He's Growing Up
"He is getting better on the mental side. He has always had the talent," Soriano said of Castro.
Emma: Soriano Finds Peace, Happiness With Career
Alfonso Soriano's only regret? He didn't lead the Cubs to a championship.
Baffoe: There Is More Yankee Class At Wrigley This Week Than Just Jeter
Here's to Alfonso Soriano, who always displayed the utmost professionalism in Chicago.
Soriano Lists Chicago Home For $2.9 Million
A little over six weeks after he was dealt to the Yankees, former Cub Alfonso Soriano has listed his three-bedroom, 3,828-square-foot penthouse condominium unit in River North for $2.95 million.
Soriano Drives In 13 Runs In 2 Games For Yankees
Something has certainly clicked for Alfonso Soriano during his second stint in pinstripes.
De Aza Double Lifts White Sox Past Yankees, 6-5
Alejandro De Aza's two-run double in the 12th rallied the Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night, hours after New York's Alex Rodriguez appealed his suspension.
White Sox Beat Yankees 3-2
Chris Sale allowed one run while outpitching Hiroki Kuroda in to the eighth inning, and the Chicago White Sox beat the New York Yankees 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Baffoe: Enjoying Junior Lake
Lake Superior. Ken Griffey Junior Lake. Great Lake. Summering at Junior Lake.
2 Men Charged With Stealing Autographed Cubs Bats From Wrigley Field
Two men have been accused of stealing bats autographed by Alfonso Soriano and Ernie Banks from Wrigley Field during a double-header Tuesday, authorities said.
Ofman: Soriano Wasn't Worth It
I'm a bit flummoxed by those who heaped a whole lot of love on Alfonso Soriano upon his departure. They called him a good influence in the clubhouse and a guy who learned to play left field. And there were actually some misguided fans (and even media folk) who were sorry to see him go.
Soriano Dealt To Yankees
After years of trying, the Cubs have finally moved Alfonso Soriano.
With Soriano Trade Looming, Cubs Fall To Arizona
Chicago players were upset about the news of teammate Alfonso Soriano's impending trade to the Yankees, and manager Dale Sveum thought that played a part in the Cubs' 3-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Reports: Cubs, Yankees Discussing Soriano Trade
The Cubs have turned their attention to another big piece they would like to flip for prospects.
Soriano Leads Cubs' Barrage In 7-2 Win Over Angels
Alfonso Soriano hit two of the Cubs' season high five home runs and Travis Wood earned his first win in nearly six weeks in Chicago's 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night
Navarro Lifts Cubs To 4-3 Victory Over Pirates
Pinch hitter Dioner Navarro had a game-ending sacrifice fly in the 11th inning, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
Soriano Hits 2 Homers, Cubs Beat Pirates 4-1
Alfonso Soriano hit two-run homers in consecutive innings to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 on Saturday.
Straily, Norris Lead A's In 1-0 Win Over Cubs
Derek Norris scored on a passed ball with two outs in the seventh inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Thursday.
Garza Throws 8 Strong Innings In Cubs' 3-1 Win
Matt Garza plans to pitch as well as he can for the Chicago Cubs as long as he's with the team. That's how he's dealing with all this trade talk.
Russell Gives Up Lead In 8th, Cubs Lose To A's 8-7
One bad pitch blew what would've given the Chicago Cubs something they've rarely achieved this season: a winning streak.
Cubs Hold Off Late Mariners' Comeback For 7-6 Win
It didn't matter the Chicago Cubs nearly blew a six-run lead against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
Samardzija Pitches Cubs Past Cardinals 4-2
Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the Chicago Cubs over the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 Tuesday night.
Marmol Blows 9th Inning Lead As Cubs Lose To Mets 4-3
Kirk Nieuwenhuis hit a three-run homer that capped a four-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning and the New York Mets salvaged what had been shaping up as another sorry afternoon, startling the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday.
Reds Rout Cubs, 12-2
Xavier Paul hit a three-run home run, Joey Votto added a two-run shot and the Cincinnati Reds roughed up Matt Garza and the Chicago Cubs 12-2 on Tuesday night.
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Diego Uribe found guilty in murders of six family members in Gage Park
Police were first called to a home in the 5700 block of South California Avenue for a wellbeing check. It turned into a multi-murder crime scene.
Video shows carjacker struggling with victim at West Loop gas station; dog was also stolen
The car was found a short time later, but the victim's 6-month-old shih tzu, Bella, was missing.
Chicago police shoot person who entered 10th District station lobby with gun
Police said the person entered the station with a gun and waved it at offers after he was shot.
Texas has spent more than $18 million sending migrants to Chicago, other sanctuary cities
The move includes a total of 12,000 people so far. More than 1,800 ended up in Cook County.
Pilsen hot dog stand operators say they're getting bullied by city over mural in alley
"They still said the mural had to be brought down, painted over, boarded up," said owner Janette Garza.
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Police shoot person inside Chicago Police Department 10th District station lobby
A male civilian was transported to a hospital with a gunshot wound.
Purdue University student facing murder charges after killing roommate in dorm room
Purdue University Police Chief Lesley Wiete said the suspect, Ji Min Sha, called police around 12:44 a.m. to report his roommate, Varun Manish Chheda, 20, was dead.
DCFS had investigated Chicago family nine times before 12-year-old boy died
We have been asking every day for five weeks to find out how he died and who dropped the ball.
Family demands justice after hit-and-run leaves toddler dead in Albany Park
Police said the driver of a pickup truck did not stop after hitting the toddler.
Diego Uribe found guilty in murders of six family members in Gage Park
Police were first called to a home in the 5700 block of South California Avenue for a wellbeing check. It turned into a multi-murder crime scene.
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Family files suit on behalf of domestic violence victim who was shot dead by police
Craig's son, Patrick Jenkins, said Chicago Police did "everything" wrong in the situation.
Chicago Tylenol murders: Who did it? Questions still surround James Lewis
Just last week, the CBS 2 Investigators learned Lewis was interviewed for hours outside of his Boston home.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
'My Name Is Anjanette Young' Wins National Emmy Award For CBS 2
The story by CBS 2 Investigator Dave Savini--"My Name Is Anjanette Young"--won for Outstanding Regional News Story -- Investigative Report.
PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
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Pilsen hot dog stand operators say they're getting bullied by city over mural in alley
"They still said the mural had to be brought down, painted over, boarded up," said owner Janette Garza.
Latino Leadership Council calls on Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia to run for mayor in 2023
Following a meeting Tuesday, the leadership council is calling on the 4th District congressman to throw his hat in the ring before the February 2023 mayoral election.
Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard breaks into disco after ruling tosses recall vote against her
Residents voted to recall Henyard in late June. But the mayor took her fight to court.
In budget announcement, Mayor Lightfoot claims revenues vastly higher than projections
The takeaway, for the most part, is that the city is in a good fiscal spot. But not everyone agrees.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot won't seek property tax hike in 2023 budget plan
The mayor is foregoing her original plan for a 2.5% property tax increase, which officials estimated would have cost the average owner of a $250,000 home approximately $34 next year.
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Chicago teacher says fraudsters made $1,600 in unauthorized charges -- and bank is denying her help
There was also a puzzling change of address.
Berwyn woman unwittingly rents apartment out on Vrbo to scammer who dupes apartment seekers
"The fact that this happened in my home makes me feel completely terrible," said Dominika Opaczynska.
Uber expands Comfort Electric option to Chicago, 14 more cities
Uber users in Chicago now have the option to request a ride in a premium electric vehicle; like a Tesla, Polestar, or Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Freight train worker strike could cause supply chain crisis as well as halt commuter trains
The trains that might stop running carry everything from the food on your dinner table to this year's Halloween costume.
State of Illinois to set aside $300 million to help those struggling to pay energy bills
Help is on the way for Illinois families struggling to pay their electric bill – to the tune of $300 million.
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Illinois to expand wastewater testing for COVID, other pathogens
The Illinois Department of Public Health said it will pick 20 K-12 schools across Illinois take part in a 25-week pilot program.
Suburban woman using her own struggle with infertility to get other Black women talking
"I can't believe this is something so common, but yet something not talked about, and especially in the Black community," Kenisha Leak said.
City preparations underway for return of Riot Fest to Douglass Park
The city's Public Health Dept. is also warning festival-goers to test their drugs for fentanyl before using.
IDPH: Therapeutic COVID-19 treatments have kept 8,600 people out of hospital in Illinois in past four months
Illinois health officials say new data show COVID-19 treatments are working.
Still need your COVID-19 vaccine? Chicago will pay you to get the jab
The reason behind the booster push: only 38% of people in Chicago are fully vaccinated and boosted.
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Tyson Foods to move corporate offices in Chicago and Downers Grove to Arkansas
The consolidation of corporate offices is intended to allow for closer collaboration and no layoffs will accompany the shift, the company said.
Medinah Temple temporary casino proposal gets green light from traffic study
Not everyone is in agreement with the conclusions of the study.
Southwest, United flight attendants picket in Chicago; expert says they have a lot of leverage
It has been a brutal pandemic for the airline industry and this summer — wasn't much better — with massive cancelations and weather issues.
Advocates call for more equity in Illinois recreational cannabis industry
The activists said the state needs to cut red tape and lower barriers to entry.
Pilsen couple serves up success at Malinche Coffee & Tea House, with guidance from local non-profit
"You just gotta follow the passion and you gotta be tough," café owner Hector Aguille said.
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Elvis Andrus hits three-run homer as White Sox beat Twins
Luis Arraez had one hit to move closer to his first AL batting championship, one of only two hits Minnesota managed off Lucas Giolito in seven innings as the Chicago White Sox beat the Twins on Tuesday night.
Cubs blow 2-0 lead, lose to Reds
Willson Contreras and Nico Hoerner homered for the Cubs.
Miguel Cairo hopes to succeed Tony La Russa as White Sox manager
Despite not completing a comeback to the postseason this year, the White Sox are 17-15 since Cairo took over following La Russa's medical leave.
Report accuses Chicago Red Stars of hindering probe into abuse allegations against former coach
Investigators claim the Red Stars were one of three teams that were not fully cooperative with the probe.
For Chicago Bulls, preseason a chance to figure out point guard role in Ball's absence
The Bulls have youngster Ayo Dosunmu, the defensive-minded Alex Caruso and veteran pickup Goran Dragic to pick up the slack.
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Loretta Lynn, country music queen, dies at age 90
Loretta Lynn's frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
Teatro Leyden uses theatre to break down language barriers for students in Northlake
The school is also using the art form to connect with its students' families.
"So Help Me Todd" to premiere Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET / PT
Academy Award-winner Marcia Gay Harden and Skylar Astin star as razor-sharp, meticulous attorney Margaret Wright and Todd, her talented but scruffy, aimless son whom she hires as her law firm's in-house investigator, on the series premiere of the new CBS Original drama.
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Man found guilty of murder of six people in Gage Park
A jury found a relative of the victims, Diego Uribe, guilty of all the murders. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Texas spent $18 million busing migrants to Chicago and other cities
More than a month after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott began sending refugees from the U.S.-Mexico border to Chicago, we're getting an idea of how much all that costs.
Chicago police shoot person who entered 10th District Station with a gun
A person was shot by police inside the Chicago Police Department's 10th District station lobby on Wednesday after he allegedly entered with a gun and waved it at officers.
Purdue University student Jim Min Sha charged with murder in death of roommate in dorm room
CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports Purdue University Police Chief Lesley Wiete said the suspect, Ji Min Sha, called police around 12:44 a.m. to report his roommate, Varun Manish Chheda, 20, was dead.
Purdue University student killed in dorm room; roommate in custody
A Purdue University student is facing murder charges, after killing his roommate in their dorm room overnight.
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