Luis Robert homers early, 5 pitchers lead White Sox to win over Braves
The Sox ended a four-game slide and won for just the second time in nine games.
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The Sox ended a four-game slide and won for just the second time in nine games.
Jarred Kelenic hit a solo homer, rookie AJ Smith-Shawver worked 4 1/3 three-hit innings in his first start of the season and the Atlanta Braves topped the Chicago Cubs 3-0.
Neither team has announced its starting pitcher for the series finale Thursday.
Mike Tauchman had two hits and two RBIs for the Cubs, who had dropped three of four.
Assad (4-0) allowed just four hits and walked one while matching a season high with seven strikeouts.
Matt Olson hit a three-run homer and drove in four, Chris Sale pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 for their second straight shutout in the series.
Zack Short made the most of his first start with Atlanta by breaking a scoreless tie with a run-scoring double in the sixth and the Braves spoiled another strong start by Chicago rookie Shota Imanaga to beat the Cubs 2-0.
Michael Kopech needed five outs and 39 pitches for his first professional save. He came in with two on in the eighth and pitched out of a bases-loaded jam.
Austin Riley hit a three-run homer, Charlie Morton threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago White Sox 9-0 in a game shortened to eight innings because of rain.
The White Sox are also close to bringing in veteran Cardinals shortstop and Antioch native Paul DeJong.
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
The Cubs blew a six-run lead in Tuesday's series opener.
The victory eliminated the wild-card contending Cubs from the NL Central race, giving the title to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Cody Bellinger had his third straight multi-hit game, scored twice and drove in a run.
Dansby Swanson homered against his former team in a five-run first inning and the Chicago Cubs' bullpen staved off the major league-leading Atlanta Braves in a rain-soaked 8-6 win.
The Cubs entered having won three straight and 13 of 16.
Matt Olson hit a first-inning grand slam, Charlie Morton won his fifth straight start and the major league-leading Atlanta Braves routed the Chicago White Sox 9-0.
The pitch clock is one of the new rules designed to speed pace of play.
The Chicago Cubs became the first team in 23 years to stop a losing streak of 10 or more game while ending an opponent's winning streak of at least 10 games.
Ronald Acuña Jr. went 1 for 5 with two stolen bases in his return to the Braves lineup and Kyle Wright turned in another stellar performance, giving Atlanta its first series win of the season with a victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night.
Willson Contreras gave Chicago the lead with a run-scoring double in the 10th inning, Patrick Wisdom followed with a two-run homer, and the Cubs beat the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night.
Travis Demeritte hit his first big league homer in nearly three years and made an impressive catch to back another strong outing by Max Fried, giving the Atlanta Braves a much-needed victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
The Atlanta Braves are World Series champions for the first time since 1995. The Braves won the 2021 World Series on Tuesday, defeating the Houston Astros in Game 6 to take the series, 4-2.
The Cubs traded outfielder and slugger Joc Pederson to the Atlanta Braves Thursday for minor league first baseman Bryce Ball.
Jason Heyward drove in two runs with two hits and the Cubs emerged from their hitting slump to beat the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night, ending their five-game losing streak.
Between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., severe storms, with wind damage, large hail, and flooding, are possible. There is also a chance of tornadoes in the area.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The visible injuries on Kady Grass' face only scratched the surface of her pain.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
The last-place White Sox wasted a sharp performance by Davis Martin in their fifth consecutive loss.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
Underwood explained her decision on CNN Monday afternoon.
The Department of Justice sent a letter to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's Office to inform him they've opened an investigation into the city's hiring practices.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem moved to revoke the Temporary Protected Status program, or TPS, for Venezuelans in February.
Former President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude Monday for an outpouring of support after his office announced he had been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer a day earlier.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker even singled out Mike Baker of Schaumburg for his efforts.
Salud was the only group in Chicago to receive grant money, and the group held an event full of art, music, and conversations about mental health Thursday night.
Northwestern has unveiled a new biomedical device to help new parents track breastfeeding and ensure their baby is getting enough to eat.
Ticks can be dangerous, and there are reports that this is shaping up to be an especially bad year for the parasitic arachnids.
Cornelia Tischmacher's lungs were failing because of advanced cancer. Everything changed with a double lung transplant.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The new Foxtrot location will open Thursday at 935 W. Webster Ave. — at the southwest corner of the intersection with Bissell Street.
In their college entrepreneurship class, seniors Lexi Kuzak and Neve Pomis and junior Molly Beyna invented a product that solves a common problem.
No Illinois industry does more business with China than the agricultural sector.
Netflix will stream a new season of Sesame Street, the beloved children's program, and make previous episodes available.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The show was supposed to start at 7 p.m.
The recent surprise visit from the Chicago Sinfonietta was inspired by the recent naming of the Shedd's new beluga calf, Opus.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller is tracking storms in the Chicago area.
You may have seen Naill Harbison’s social media posts about saving street dogs in Thailand, and how that work saved him from alcohol and depression.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, May 19, 2025.
But the departure of McDonald's locations and other restaurants downtown don't mean new business aren’t giving it a shot. Lauren Victory reports.
Biden did not undergo a prostate cancer screening during his last medical checkup. Experts say this is likely because these screenings are not routinely recommended for men 70 and older.
Between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., severe storms, with wind damage, large hail, and flooding, are possible. There is also a chance of tornadoes in the area.
The Department of Justice sent a letter to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's Office to inform him they've opened an investigation into the city's hiring practices.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
The visible injuries on Kady Grass' face only scratched the surface of her pain.
Extensive delays in making an Illinois state mental health facility ligature-free played a role in the death by suicide of 19-year-old patient Anthony Stringfellow Jr.
A new playground in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood can capture more than 300,000 gallons of water — which won't flood homes or streets in the community.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The last-place White Sox wasted a sharp performance by Davis Martin in their fifth consecutive loss.
Jesús Sánchez hit a leadoff homer and a game-ending triple, finishing with three hits and four RBIs as the Miami Marlins came back to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-7.
The White Sox will commemorate Pope Leo XIV attending one of the 2005 World Series games with a graphic installation in the section where he sat.
It is a challenge just to score a single goal against Trevians — let alone find a way to actually beat them.
The league said: "The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms — they have no place in our league or in society."
A shattered window and crime scene tape were seen surrounding Momty's Grill, at 9 E. 111th St.
Police said Llovana Torres, 26, was charged with a felony count of aggravated battery of a child under the age of 13.
The victim was hit in the neck and abdomen and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital, where he died.
A 26-year-old woman stabbed the boy in the abdomen. He was hospitalized in fair condition.
The ages of the victims range from 15 to 54.
