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Chicago Sky Under Fire in New ESPN Rankings

Chicago Sky Under Fire in New ESPN Rankings originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky dropped to 2-6 during the 2025 WNBA season after an 85 to 66 loss against the New York Liberty on Tuesday evening. They now have an 0-2 record in the Commissioner's Cup.

Michael Madigan sentencing hearing starts at Chicago courthouse: Live updates

Prosecutors want a judge to give Madigan, the longest-serving state House leader in U.S. history, 12.5 years in prison. His hearing begins at 1 p.m.

How these Chicago nuns use sports to spread their message of service: ‘When we band together, we’re powerful’

One has danced atop the dugout at Rate Field. Another earned a Topps trading card for throwing a perfect strike. And a third has run the Chicago Marathon 13 consecutive times. Sports is a habit, but their life’s work is a higher calling. They’re nuns.

‘Why Chicago?’: Lions’ Brad Holmes surprised Ben Johnson took Bears job

Brad Holmes knew that Ben Johnson was probably on his way out of Detroit, but he was not prepared for where he landed.

"No Kings" protest in Chicago Saturday: What to know about the anti-Trump rally

The "No Kings" Chicago protest Saturday is one of the anchor events for a national anti-Trump movement. Over 1,000 rallies will be held the same day Trump holds a military parade in the capital for his birthday.

Where would the Chicago Cubs be right now without Jameson Taillon?

"Words like 'consistent' and 'reliable' sometimes don't feel like they do Jameson enough justice," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

Summer books 2025: 28 recommended reads from top Chicago authors

Since the best book recommendations come from friends, WBEZ asked seven very literary locals what books they're reading for fun this summer.

Retired WDSU meteorologist Margaret Orr to debut in 'Chicago' at Saenger Theatre

Get to see the patron saint of NOLA weather in a new light, and she's even going to take you backstage with her.

Yes, That’s The Pope In A Sox Hat — Where To Find His New Chicago Mural

A painting of Pope Leo XIV has been added to a mural by Sox Park just in time for the sold-out Mass and celebration in his honor Saturday at Rate Field.

See Pope Leo XIV rocking a Chicago White Sox hat in St. Peter's Square

During his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 11, noted White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV donned a Chicago cap to take a picture with a newly married couple, the groom also sporting a White Sox hat.

Video: Car drives through anti-ICE protesters in Chicago

A video shows a car driving through a crowd of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protesters in Chicago on Tuesday.

17 arrested, 4 charged with felonies as thousands gathered for anti-ICE protests in downtown Chicago

Ten others were charged with misdemeanors including battery, resisting arrest, reckless conduct and criminal defacement of property under $500, officials said.

4-day-old baby dolphin dies at Chicago zoo after appearing healthy

A dolphin calf’s first year of life, both in the wild and under professional care, is filled with challenges and milestones it must reach. Newborn dolphins must quickly master a