National
19 hours ago
Caleb Williams and Bears trounce Panthers 59-37 in highest-scoring season opener in NFL history
Johnson's prolific Bears broke a franchise record for points in an opener, a mark that had stood since 1948, when Chicago hung 45 points on Green Bay at Wrigley Field.
19 hours ago
Kyle Larson surges to second in NASCAR postseason Chase heading to Bristol track he’s dominated
After a timely win in NASCAR’s Chase, Larson is only nine points behind postseason leader Denny Hamlin and within striking distance of a second straight Cup Series title.
19 hours ago
Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, another likely Democratic presidential contender, has consistently criticized state-level bans and restrictions on transgender athletes, calling them “bullying” and a “setback for equality.”
1 day ago
Remembering September 11th…by also remembering September 12th
The Ride to Remember couldn't be held, but a State Capitol ceremony Sunday was.
2 days ago
Rapper Lil Durk acquitted of murder-for-hire at Los Angeles trial
The jury deliberated for three days before acquitting Lil Durk, the 33-year-old Grammy-winning Chicago hip-hop artist best known for the 2023 hit “All My Life,” of conspiracy, stalking resulting in death and murder for hire.
2 days ago
Nate Sheppard scores 3 TDs, Duke rallies to beat Illinois 31-27 for its sixth straight win
The victory was the sixth straight for the defending ACC champion Blue Devils.
2 days ago
Honoring 9/11 by cleaning up Camp Butler
This is one of many volunteer opportunities at the cemetery.
3 days ago
Diesel prices are hitting record highs at a bad time for many US farmers
The spike adds to an already tough year for these farmers, who also faced higher costs for fertilizer, seeds and equipment.
3 days ago
Bears running back D’Andre Swift agrees to 3-year contract extension
The Bears visit the Carolina Panthers for their season opener on Sunday.
3 days ago
DOJ went after protesters for felony assault, but juries, judges were unconvinced, AP analysis finds
The Associated Press' analysis focused on arrests made during protests last summer and fall in LA, Chicago, Portland, Oregon, and Washington, D.C. — cities with significant protests where President Donald Trump sought to or successfully deployed the National Guard.
3 days ago
Cubs reinstate right-hander Edward Cabrera, move him to bullpen
Cabrera went on the injured list on Aug. 17 with a right middle finger blister — a condition that has vexed him — then made three rehab appearances with Triple-A Iowa.
4 days ago
Pritzker, Duckworth, other Illinoisans mark 9/11 anniversary
A ceremony centered around volunteerism was held in Chicago.
4 days ago
Second registered sex offender sought by Sangamon County arrested
Randall Knott, 55, was arrested Thursday.
4 days ago
Southern Illinois man who printed unregistered 3D guns sentenced to eight years
Defendant tells judge he had ‘hurt no one' while his lawyer pleaded for 'mercy.'
4 days ago
Bears, Panthers look to continue to progress under still-developing No. 1 overall draft picks
Both teams were eliminated from the playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams.
4 days ago
Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze has a calf injury going into Week 1
The wide receiver showed no signs of any issues as he went through drills in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to reporters.
4 days ago
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
There is a downside to that convenience, said Dr. Dana Suskind, a professor of surgery and pediatrics at the University of Chicago and author of the book “Human Raised.”
4 days ago
Cubs hope to have shortstop Dansby Swanson back from oblique injury in a week
Swanson, a smooth-fielding two-time All-Star, went on the injured list on Monday, Aug. 17 with a a left oblique strain.
4 days ago
Bears coach Ben Johnson returns to North Carolina for Week 1 matchup with the Panthers
Johnson leads the Bears into North Carolina for their season opener against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
4 days ago
Grayson’s attorneys want murder conviction vacated because he died. Read the request here
Massey's family is angered by the motion.