Thompson: Thanks For The Update Goodell
If it hasn't dawned on you yet, the NFL lockout is impacting fans. How do I know this? Commissioner Roger Goodell said so on Wednesday in Indianapolis. Thanks for keeping us in the loop Roger.
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Thompson: Bulls Facing Pivotal Game 4
With the Heat holding a 2-1 advantage in the Eastern Conference finals it feels like Miami has the confidence and momentum to win the series, but if the Bulls are victorious in Game 4, the series will shift in their favor heading back to Chicago.
Thompson: Pay Student-Athletes? Sure, But How?
Last week, Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delaney said that conference officials discussed the possibility of paying their student-athletes.
Thompson: Bulls Can't Overcome Poor Shooting
Chicago had a dreadful shooting night in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals. It led to an 85-75 Heat victory on Wednesday night at the United Center.
Thompson: Bulls Expecting Heat's Best Shot
The Heat are going to come out swinging in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Miami was embarrassed in Game 1. Chicago dominated the boards, shot well from 3-point land and Taj Gibson posterized Dwyane Wade.
Thompson: Bulls Bury Heat's Small Lineup
Heat Coach Erik Spoelstra's plan for Game 1 of the Bulls-Heat Eastern Conference Finals was to play a small lineup. It didn't work.
Thompson: Bulls vs. Heat - Position Breakdown
The Bulls-Heat Eastern Conference Finals schedule is set. Here's how I see the positional advantages and breakdowns for the series.
Thompson: What To Make Of LeBron's Apology?
Hats off to LeBron James and the Miami Heat. Miami disposed of Boston 97-87 in Game 5 to close out the second-round playoff series on Wednesday night.
Thompson: Celtics Beat By Their Own Formula
The Miami Heat made quick work of the reigning Eastern Conference champions by defeating Boston 4-1 in a second-round playoff series. Although the series lasted only five games, it was grueling from start to finish.
Thompson: Helmet Study Should Evoke Change
On Tuesday, researchers at Virginia Tech University released the results of a study that determined the safety ratings of helmets worn by NFL players. The results were shocking.
Thompson: Can Surprise Indians Continue Hot Start?
On Thursday night, the Cleveland Indians won for the seventh time this season in their final at-bat, defeating Oakland 4-3 in twelve innings.
Thompson: Lakers, Celtics Facing Must-Win Game 3s
No one could have predicted that the defending conference champions would be in such deep holes so early in the playoffs. The Lakers and Celtics are both down two games to none and find themselves in must-win situations.
Thompson: Bulls Give Hawks Confidence, Game 1
The Hawks 103-95 victory at the United Center in Game 1 had to be an anomaly right? Since when do the Bulls play lackluster basketball and get outrebounded while Derrick Rose plays poorly?
Thompson: Carimi Makes Sense For Bears
With Wisconsin's Gabe Carimi still on the board when the Bears were on the clock with the 29th overall pick, it seemed like an enormous opportunity (literally) and a natural fit.
Thompson: Draft Lacking Excitement With No CBA
The 2011 NFL Draft is finally here. All the measuring, timing, testing and workouts are done. It's time to usher in a fresh, new crop of NFL superstars to a football stadium near you.
Thompson: 'Hawks Feasting On Shaky Goaltending
The wild Western Conference quarterfinal series between Chicago and Vancouver has storylines aplenty, the most significant one deals with the Canucks' goaltending.
Thompson: Korver Showing His Value
Even though the Bulls are up 3-0 in their first-round series against the Indiana Pacers, it hasn't been easy. Each game has come down to the wire. Luckily for Chicago, Derrick Rose has responded, and so has Kyle Korver.
Thompson: QB Question Marks Mean Unpredictable Draft
With the NFL Draft being less than a week away and new mock drafts popping up daily, the only sure thing about this draft is that it will be unique.
Thompson: The Bears Schedule At First Glance
The NFL released the complete schedule for the 2011-2012 regular season on Tuesday. If there is a NFL season this year, and right now that's a big if, the Bears know whom, when and where they will play.
Thompson: Tough Series Providing Bulls Valuable Experience
The Bulls are doing what they are supposed to do – winning. What's concerning is the way the Bulls are winning. They aren't dominating teams like they did throughout the second half of the regular season.
Thompson: Playoff Upsets Entertaining, Not Likely To Continue
What's important to remember is that the playoffs are not the NCAA Tournament; the better team almost always wins the series?
Thompson: ND vs. Northwestern Makes Sense
On Thursday, Notre Dame and Northwestern announced that they would renew their gridiron battles that date back to 1889. This decision makes sense for both schools and should excite their strong fan bases in Chicago.
Thompson: History, Similarities To Cavs Concerning For Bulls
The Bulls secured the top spot in the Eastern Conference awhile back and after winning their ninth straight game have home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
Thompson: The NBA Coach Of The Year Award Goes To…
Several NBA coaches have turned in stellar performances this season, but Tom Thibodeau and George Karl have risen above the rest
Thompson: Too Many Rooting For Tiger
The final round of the Masters was as exciting as it gets in the world of golf. The logjam atop the turbulent leaderboard on Sunday afternoon at Augusta National made for spectacular TV.
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17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening
Scattered showers continue through the late evening hours, then a clearing sky is expected overnight. Lows will be in the mid-50s.
14-year-old killed in shootout at North Chicago gas station
The victim and someone inside a vehicle started shooting at each other before those in the vehicle fled the scene.
Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
Marchers blame Israel for the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a reporter for Al-Jazeera.
Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
He is now the oldest and longest serving priest in the Chicago Archdiocese.
911 dispatcher Keith Thornton Jr. calls Chicago a place that 'caters strictly to criminals who target the innocent'
Thornton is the 911 dispatcher praised for how he coordinated the response the night officers Ella French and Carlos Yanez were shot in the line of duty.
Navy Pier hosts 5K race
Money raised supports Navy Pier's nonprofit endeavors.
Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
Dozens arrested, 2 officers injured following night of violence in the Loop
Multiple arrests were made, and two officers were injured after large crowds gathered in the Loop Saturday night.
2 men shot during overnight chaos near Millennium Park
Both victims were shot while walking in a crowd by two juveniles, according to police.
2 children shot, 1 killed inside apartment in Skokie
One child is dead and another is wounded following a shooting in Skokie just after midnight.
Teen shot and killed at Millennium Park
At least two persons of interest were taken in for questioning, and at least two weapons were recovered.
5 dead, 35 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least five people are dead and 35others are wounded following weekend shootings in the city as of Saturday.
Hundreds flood Millennium Park pushing for abortion rights
In Illinois abortion access isn't under threat regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, but the fight is just as fierce.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Mars Wrigley recalls several gummy candies after customer complaints
A Chicago-based company is recalling several of its products.
2 dead, 2 hospitalized after rollover crash on Eisenhower Expressway
Two people are dead following a rollover crash on the Eisenhower Expressway early Sunday morning.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cold front moves in, rain showers possible
A cooler day with rain on the way.
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Chicago's Englewood neighborhood celebrates 9th annual Unity Day
CBS 2's Steven Graves rolled up his sleeves and lent a hand.
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Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
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Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening
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Attorney argues before Illinois Supreme Court for release of 50 years of Chicago Police misconduct records
The fight over the release of five decades of Chicago Police misconduct records made it all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday.
Illinois Supreme Court to decide whether landlord who accused former alderman of zoning shakedown can sue the city
Brian Strauss claims former Ald. Proco Joe Moreno had his building at Milwaukee and Damen downzoned in retaliation for evicting the music venue Double Door in 2017.
Northwestern research team devises computer model to detect CPD misconduct
What if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward?
Potential overturning of Roe v. Wade could mean many more coming to Illinois for legal abortions
Could a decision overturning Roe v. Wade have an impact on Illinois with its sanctuary status? Planned Parenthood of Illinois says yes.
New Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg outlines improvements she'd like to see at CPD
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Gov. Pritzker signs legislation protecting auto accident victims from rogue towing companies
Among its requirements are a "tow rotation list," in which essentially, police agencies will call an approved list of tow companies whenever there's an accident.
Gov. Pritzker signs new law targeting smash-and-grab thieves
Smash-and-grab thefts have been reported at stores across Chicago and the suburbs.
IDOT orders Oakbrook Terrace to turn off red light cameras due to noncompliance
IDOT announced Thursday that it has revoked its permit for a red-light camera at Route 83 and 22nd Street in Oakbrook Terrace.
State Rep. Kam Buckner enters race for Chicago mayor
Buckner, a Democrat from Bronzeville whose district stretches from the Gold Coast to the South Chicago neighborhood, is serving his second term in the Illinois General Assembly.
Rep. Bobby Rush, Sen. Tammy Duckworth reintroduce gun licensing act named for Blair Holt
A push to fight violence in Chicago has been renewed – with a new bill named after a well-known victim of gun violence named Blair Holt.
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
North Chicago man finding himself stuck as he tries to get missing jewelry back from shuttered Sears
A North Chicago man had been saving a diamond ring for a special lady, but now, his dream proposal is ruined.
Chicago area fashion designer suddenly lost more than $100,000 from his PayPal account
The money is back where it belongs now. But Morning Insider Lauren Victory discovered the mystery remains: why did all that cash disappear in the first place?
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COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
Mayor Lightfoot pledges $500,000 for abortion access ahead of possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
"As long as I am mayor, the city of Chicago will continue to take comprehensive approach to reproductive justice," Lightfoot said.
Chicago moves to medium risk level for COVID-19; masks recommended indoors again
"Chicago moving into the Medium Level does not mean a citywide mask mandate, restrictions on public gatherings, or reinstatement of vaccination requirements at this time," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said.
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FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
The mayor's pick still requires approval by the City Council, and needs the Illinois Gaming Board to approve a casino license for Bally's.
Woman was set to fulfill dream with vegan tattoo shop, only to be shut down by Orland Park zoning laws
An environmentally-conscious suburban woman spent a lot of green to get her business up and running – and then after she had welcomed just one customer, the Village of Orland Park shut her down.
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Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
The lineup includes Thursday headliners Metallica and Lil Baby, Friday headliners Dua Lipa and Machine Gun Kelly, Saturday headliners J. Cole and Kygo, and Sunday headliners Green Day and Doja Cat.
'Golden Girls' fan convention under way at Navy Pier
The Golden Con for fans of the classic sitcom – starring Bea Arthur, Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan, and Betty White – runs through Sunday.
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Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
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Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
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Four people pulled from Lake Michigan at Warren Dunes State Park
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25th annual Hustle Chicago Star Climb Held at Soldier Field
More than 900 people took the climb at Soldier Field Sunday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening ahead of sunny Monday
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