Baseball Report: Is Bryce Harper Worth The Money To The Phillies?
Bryce Harper's production for the Philadelphia Phillies so far lags behind last year's sub-par season with the Washington Nationals.
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Trump: 'Disgraceful' That Man Illegally In U.S. Killed Edwin Jackson
Trump says it's "so disgraceful" that Indianapolis Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson was killed by a person who is in the U.S. illegally.
Rookie Prospects Can Mess With Your Fantasy Baseball Roster
MLB has seen a lot of injuries to major stars in the last month or so, in addition to a plethora of trades. If you think those are the only things that can derail your journey to a fantasy baseball league championship, think again. Here come the rookies!
Baffoe: Sing The Song Of Edwin Jackson
Jackson is an unsung Cubs hero, even if you don't realize it.
Cubs Designate Edwin Jackson For Assignment To Make Room For Rafael Soriano
This brings an end to a rocky two-and-half seasons in Chicago for Jackson.
DiCaro: 8 Chicago Players Who Need New Walk-Up Music
The top players of the Cubs and White Sox need to have fearsome walk-up music.
Levine: Jon Lester Throwing Issue Goes Viral
The Cubs aren't as concerned about Lester as the national media seems to be.
Levine: Edwin Jackson Bombed In Brief Outing After Late Arrival
A road trip gone bad should have told Jackson it wasn't going to be his day.
Edwin Jackson Goes 4 Innings, But Cubs Lose To D-Backs, 9-5
Starlin Castro hit a two-run double, and Edwin Jackson pitched four innings.
Levine: Edwin Jackson's Role Unclear For 2015
Jackson made his Cactus League 2015 debut on Monday.
Levine: Edwin Jackson Rededicates Himself For A Rebound
Jackson's struggled the past two seasons, with a combined 5.58 ERA.
Levine: Jackson May Have Made Last Start As A Cub
After another embarrassing start on Friday, any other starting assignments this season or moving forward would appear questionable, Bruce Levine writes.
Preview: Dodgers-Cubs
Clayton Kershaw opposes Edwin Jackson this afternoon at Wrigley Field.
Levine: Edwin Jackson Returns To Cubs Rotation
Edwin Jackson faces Clayton Kershaw on Friday at Wrigley Field.
Levine: Cubs Not Surprised By Better Play As They Take The Next Step
Manager Rick Renteria believes some pitching depth would work wonders in the future.
Levine: Jackson Makes No Excuses
Edwin Jackson is still eyeing a late-season comeback after landing on the DL.
Cubs Place Edwin Jackson On 15-Day DL
Chicago also called up Zach Rosscup and Logan Watkins.
Preview: Giants-Cubs
Jake Peavy will oppose Edwin Jackson tonight at Wrigley Field, assuming there aren't tarp troubles.
Preview: Brewers-Cubs
Mike Fiers opposes Edwin Jackson this afternoon at Wrigley Field.
Levine: Baker Shines On Wild Night At Wrigley
Chicago's 4-3 win in 16 innings took 6 hours, 27 minutes to complete -- the longest game in franchise history.
Cubs Beat Rockies In 16 Innings, 4-3
Both the Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies ran out of relief pitchers in a marathon game. The Rockies then turned to a starter. The Cubs used a catcher — and won.
Preview: Rockies-Cubs
Jorge De La Rosa opposes Edwin Jackson tonight at Wrigley Field.
Heyman: Danks Is Yankees' 'Most Likely' Target
The Yankees are in search of rotation depth after a string of injuries.
Preview: Padres-Cubs
Tyson Ross opposes Edwin Jackson tonight at Wrigley Field.
Preview: Cubs-Diamondbacks
Edwin Jackson opposes Trevor Cahill tonight at Chase Field.
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8-month-old baby returned safely after home invasion in Irving Park
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Southwest Side neighbors on edge after car enthusiast takeover turns violent
Residents of the Marquette Park area also fear another takeover could get out of hand again.
Ald. Sophia King announces campaign for mayor
She represents the 4th Ward--Bronzeville, Hyde Park and Kenwood.
Official in charge of overseeing Chicago Police reforms fired a day after critical email to Supt. David Brown
For almost two years, Robert Boik has been in charge of making sure the Chicago Police Department complied with a 2019 consent decree.
Exonerated man elated after his and other convictions linked to disgraced CPD detective are tossed
With more victims still behind bars, some are calling for retired Detective Reynaldo Guevara to face the same jail time they themselves have.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool, comfortable morning temps
Cool and comfortable to start the day.
'Institute for Nonviolence Chicago' among 15 selected for $1.5 million fun working to prevent gun violence
The institute offers services including street outreach, case management, nonviolence training, workforce training, victims services and more.
1 dead, 2 injured in semi-truck fire on I-90 in Boone County
The fire happened on I-90 westbound by Genoa Road Milepost 26 and 1/4.
Man charged with concealing firearm on CTA Red Line platform
A man is charged after attempting to flee while allegedly concealing a firearm on the CTA Red Line platform Tuesday morning.
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8-month-old baby returned safely after home invasion in Irving Park
Police said this is incident is "domestic related."
Southwest Side neighbors on edge after car enthusiast takeover turns violent
Residents of the Marquette Park area also fear another takeover could get out of hand again.
Ald. Sophia King announces campaign for mayor
She represents the 4th Ward--Bronzeville, Hyde Park and Kenwood.
Official in charge of overseeing Chicago Police reforms fired a day after critical email to Supt. David Brown
For almost two years, Robert Boik has been in charge of making sure the Chicago Police Department complied with a 2019 consent decree.
Exonerated man elated after his and other convictions linked to disgraced CPD detective are tossed
With more victims still behind bars, some are calling for retired Detective Reynaldo Guevara to face the same jail time they themselves have.
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Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
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Trump says he took the Fifth in questioning in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Tim Michels wins Wisconsin GOP governor primary, will face Gov. Tony Evers
Tim Michels, a wealthy businessman endorsed by former President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary for Wisconsin governor on Tuesday and will face Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Democrat Barnes set to challenge GOP Wisconsin Sen. Johnson
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes won the Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday and will face two-term Republican Sen. Ron Johnson in what is expected to be one of the country's most competitive races as the parties battle for control of the U.S. Senate.
Neighbors push back against proposal for gun shop, shooting range in Long Grove
The Long Grove village manager said he has received hundreds of emails about the proposal for a Range USA shop
Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago expecting 20,000 more monkeypox doses in coming weeks.
Chicago's top health official says the rush is on to get more monkeypox vaccine doses to those who need them, as infections continue to rise.
Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
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Neighbors push back against proposal for gun shop, shooting range in Long Grove
The Long Grove village manager said he has received hundreds of emails about the proposal for a Range USA shop
Groupon lays off 500 employees
The departments affected include technology and sales.
Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
Imagine working at a place 50 years and hoping for 50 more – all because of the people.
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Cubs score four in 7th, but blow lead and lose to Nats
The Washington Nationals regrouped after blowing a three-run lead, beating the Cubs Tuesday night.
Minus All-Star Tim Anderson, White Sox split twinbill with KC
Lenyn Sosa hit his first major league home run and Yoan Moncada also connected as the Chicago White Sox, minus injured All-Star shortstop Tim Anderson, beat the Kansas City Royals Tuesday night to split a doubleheader.
Sky still in gear for No. 1 seed in WNBA playoffs after loss to Seattle Storm
Breanna Stewart had 25 points and nine rebounds, Gabby Williams added 21 points and seven assists, and the Seattle Storm set a WNBA record with 37 assists in a victory over the Chicago Sky on Tuesday night.
Bears LB Roquan Smith requests trade, says "new front office regime doesn't value me"
"I've been trying to get something done that's fair since April, but their focus has been on trying to take advantage of me," Smith said of the Bears' front office.
White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson out 4-6 weeks with torn ligament in his hand
Surgery is a possibility after Anderson suffered a torn ligament in his hand, reports Russell Dorsey of Bally Sports and Stadium.
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Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
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Male mentoring program providing free back-to-school haircuts
"I Am A Gentleman Inc." is teaming up with barbers to give school kids a cut Wednesday at noon.
FreshLens broken into twice; thousands worth of equipment stolen
Fresh Lens Chicago is asking for help to replace the thousands of dollars in equipment the burglars stole.
Protesters will gather, demand firing of officer who shot, killed Anthony Alvarez
Protesters will gather tonight, to call for the indictment of a Chicago police officer who shot and killed Anthony Alvarez.
Peace Warriors, Danny Davis to hold conversation on teen violence
The community roundtable begins at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at North Lawndale Prep's Collins campus in Douglass Park.
Ald. Sophia King announces campaign for mayor
Her newly released campaign video focuses on her plan to fix violence in the city. "I am running for mayor because we need more collaboration, not more confrontation, and we can go further together," King said in a written statement.
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