Beefing up the organization’s infrastructure has been the White Sox’ directive this offseason. On Friday, the Sox announced they hired Carlos Rodriguez as their new assistant general manager. Rodriguez spent 16 seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays, the last six …
White Sox hire Carlos Rodriguez as assistant general manager Read MoreMás oficiales de la Policía de Chicago patrullarán los trenes, plataformas y autobuses de la CTA bajo un “plan de aumento de seguridad” desarrollado por ambas agencias. La Autoridad de Transporte de Chicago (CTA) anunció que el programa comenzará el …
Bajo nuevo plan de seguridad de la CTA, más oficiales patrullarán trenes, plataformas y autobuses Read MoreUn panel de funcionarios locales tomó su primer intento el jueves de responsabilizar a los agentes federales de inmigración por la avalancha de abusos alegados que han ocurrido en el área de Chicago bajo la agresiva campaña de deportaciones de …
Nuevo panel estatal busca responsabilizar a los agentes por su ofensiva migratoria en Chicago y suburbios Read MoreTwo men in a stolen car who led police on a 20-mile long chase that ended in a crash after fleeing the burglary of a father and son’s work van in Lake View have now been accused in three more …
Judge releases 2 accused of leading cops on chase, West Lawn crash after string of power tool burglaries Read MoreThe pressure on quarterback Caleb Williams has been enormous since he was heralded as one of highest-graded NFL prospects at his position in recent history and drafted first overall last year. The weight got even heavier when he landed with …
Who runs the NFC North? Bears need QB Caleb Williams to take control vs. Packers Read MoreA beloved Beethoven symphony and two recent works inspired by the famed composer. A 21-year-old pianist enjoying a skyrocketing career. And Klaus Mäkelä, the ensemble’s still-new music director designate, whom Chicago audiences are getting to know better and better. The …
CSO’s Klaus Mäkelä and pianist Yunchan Lim pairing thrills beyond the Beethoven Read MoreThe Chicago Transit Authority’s new security plan, implemented to avoid losing federal funding, is “materially deficient” and doesn’t go far enough to target violent crime, President Donald Trump’s administration said Friday while threatening to withhold up to $50 million in …
Trump administration threatens $50 million CTA funding cut, says security plan is ‘materially deficient’ Read MoreThe first of four unmarked U.S. Border Patrol vehicles rolls onto a narrow one-way street in Albany Park. An agent in the back seat starts his body camera. At first, the footage includes no audio but shows the driver putting …
Border Patrol agent’s camera captures detainee’s lament: ‘We don’t have the opportunity that you have’ Read MoreWASHINGTON — The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world’s most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had …
Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation Read MoreCTA Blue Line service returned to normal after enduring significant delays after a man set himself on fire Friday morning near the Damen stop in the Wicker Park neighborhood. Firefighters responded to the Damen elevated station, 1558 N. Damen Ave., …
Man sets himself on fire near CTA Blue Line stop in Wicker Park Read MoreWhen I go to synagogue, I always smile and wave at the armed police officers stationed outside. I want them to know they’re appreciated, but also, at some level, I guess it’s fair to say that I’m trying to ingratiate …
Thoughts on the Bondi Beach massacre Read MoreThe White Sox, long run like a small-market team, aren’t going to be big spenders in free agency this offseason, but that shouldn’t hinder them in the area they’ve squarely made a top priority: developing talent. After a 60-102 season …
White Sox’ commitment to development shows in Will Venable’s 2026 staff Read MoreKANATA, Ontario — Spencer Knight continues to give the Blackhawks strong goaltending, even during their recent struggles without Connor Bedard. He has established himself as a No. 1 goalie in the NHL. After Knight, however, the goaltending depth chart is …
Breaking down Blackhawks’ goalie depth chart with Laurent Brossoit stuck, Arvid Soderblom struggling Read MoreThe Chicago Transit Authority announced this week it will close out 2025 with several additions to its service. The Frequent Network, which launched in March to provide riders on key routes with buses operating at least every 10 minutes, will …
CTA adds more bus routes to its ‘Frequent Network’ guaranteeing arrivals every 10 minutes Read MoreAfter more than 27 years living in the United States, West Lawn resident Luis Martinez decided to take the steps toward citizenship. On Friday morning, his dream became a reality. Martinez was among 91 new citizens from 22 different countries …
91 immigrants sworn in as citizens during naturalization ceremony in Chicago Read MoreA northwest suburban member of Congress is demanding answers from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on its plan to eliminate thousands of job vacancies at VA hospitals nationwide, including more than 600 at Chicago-area care centers. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, …
Rep. Krishnamoorthi slams Trump administration plan to close hundreds of vacancies at Chicago VA hospitals Read MoreEvery day that Chicago Public Schools goes without much-delayed property tax revenue, the school district is paying $220,000 in interest on short-term loans it took out to make payroll — that’s the equivalent of two teachers’ annual salaries. So far, …
Property tax payment delay costs CPS almost a quarter million dollars a day Read MoreA recent study published by three state agencies warns electricity shortages are coming to Illinois. The shortages will start in PJM Interconnection’s regional transmission system by 2029, with the shortage hitting Illinois’ ComEd territory (which is within PJM) beginning in …
Power drip: Electricity shortages coming to Illinois Read MoreCLEVELAND — Zach Collins’ first few seasons were touch and go. There was no question the 6-10 center could play at the NBA level, but how much of a chance would he get? When the 10th overall pick from the …
Tall tale for Bulls as coach Billy Donovan stays with two-big look Read MoreThe Ben Johnson Effect is real, but it still lacks the validation that matters most in these parts — beating the Packers. Johnson’s Bears are facing a team that has had their number for most of the last 20 years …
Bears coach Ben Johnson demonstrating knack for finding answers, which will be tested by Packers Read More