A pitcher who helped the Red Sox win two World Series titles made an appearance at Wrigley Field on Friday. So did a pitcher from the Cubs’ 2016 championship team. In other words, Jon Lester was in the stands to …
Jon Lester honors Ryne Sandberg in appearance at Wrigley Field Read MoreThe Cook County Democratic Party won’t endorse a candidate in the Senate race to replace outgoing Sen. Dick Durbin, one of the most contentious and expensive races the state will see next year. Members of the Cook County Democratic Party …
Cook County Dems stay out of heated Senate race — endorse Patrick Hynes over incumbent assessor Read MoreThe Cubs are obvious buyers at this summer’s trade deadline. And their needs are easy to identify. But don’t think that means deals are right around the corner as baseball shifts into trade season. “There’s nothing imminent, but certainly the …
Whether trade-deadline deals come now or later, has third base joined starting pitching as Cubs’ need? Read MoreWhen Deborah Witzburg announced that she would not seek a second-term as Chicago’s inspector general, it was a bit like telling Mayor Brandon Johnson, “You can’t fire me. I quit.” Johnson has been loggerheads with the watchdog he inherited over …
Chicago mayors and their inspector generals: A contentious relationship that almost always ends badly Read MoreThe Taxpayers’ Federation of Illinois and the Regional Transportation Authority agree that a change to Illinois’ sales tax law will net the RTA an additional $150 million this year and another $225 million next year. That money will drastically reduce …
New sales tax revenue will help mass transit, but there’s still a long way to go Read MoreBy CHRISTOPHER RUGABER WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has opened up a new front in his attack on the Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell: He says the alledged mismanagement of a building renovation project could be grounds …
Trump’s attacks on Powell threaten the Fed’s independence. Here’s why it matters Read MoreBy ALANNA DURKIN RICHER WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department asked a federal court on Friday to unseal grand jury transcripts in Jeffrey Epstein’s case amid a firestorm over the Trump administration’s handling of records related to the wealthy financier. …
Justice Department asks court to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury records Read MoreChildren at the Sylmar Branch Library were captivated by David Lehman, a volunteer NASA/JPL Solar System ambassador who knows a lot about Mars because he was a project manager at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena for 40 years …
Children at Sylmar Library don’t just read books, they ‘adventure’ to planet Mars Read MoreGalaxy coach Greg Vanney called Wednesday’s loss against Austin FC a “missed opportunity.” When you factor in that a trip to LAFC was next on the schedule, that loss takes on added weight as the Galaxy try to put together …
Galaxy look to end 6-game league winless streak at LAFC’s BMO Stadium Read MoreCleo Watts spends her mornings mixing formulas and scrambling eggs to feed dozens of guests housed in her two-bedroom apartment in Pasadena. One bedroom is hers. The other, she uses to run Cleo’s Critter Care, a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation …
Pasadena wildlife center seeking donations to relocate after eviction notice Read MoreBy ANDREW DALTON LOS ANGELES (AP) — A lawyer for the maker of the video game Call of Duty argued Friday that a judge should dismiss a lawsuit brought by families of the victims of the Robb Elementary School attack …
Lawyer argues Call of Duty maker can’t be held responsible for actions of Uvalde, Texas, shooter Read MoreA $10,000 reward was announced Friday for information leading to those responsible for stealing hundreds of firearms from freight trains in Los Angeles last month. The thefts occurred in early to mid-June from Union Pacific trains passing through Los Angeles, …
$10K reward for guns stolen from LA freight trains; empty boxes found in Long Beach, IE Read MoreReading Time: 2 minutes We have surprising news from the world of daytime television today: Dylan Dreyer has revealed that she and husband Brian Fichera have decided to end their marriage. The Today show co-host shared the news with fans …
Dylan Dreyer Announces Split From Husband Brian Fichera Read MoreClaudia Pina scored in the 71st minute to double Spain’s lead over Switzerland (Picture: Getty) Former England midfielder Izzy Christiansen aimed a dig at Spain during their 2-0 quarter-final victory over Switzerland at Euro 2025 on Friday. Spain secured their …
Former Lioness blasts Spain during Euro 2025 quarter-final win over Switzerland Read MoreThe scene in Colchester where four people died after a vehicle crashed into a building (Picture: Essex Police/PA) Four students died when their car crashed into a building after the driver lost control while over the alcohol limit and doing …
Four students killed in 94mph crash after drunk driver lost control of car Read MorePresident Donald Trump did not answer questions before or after signing the Genius Act in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC (Picture: MEGA) President Donald Trump avoided all questions around the ballooning Jeffrey Epstein controversy while …
Trump ignores Epstein questions at signing of Genius Act he says was ‘named after me’ Read MoreThere’s only one way to celebrate a big Krispy Kreme birthday: With a pillowy Original Glazed doughnut, the chain’s claim to fame. Today, July 18, the shops will mark the 8-8 with a special deal. Buy any dozen doughnuts at …
Krispy Kreme’s doughnut deal: 88 cents a dozen Read MoreSAN FRANCISCO — Kayla Thornton is not one to brag about individual honors. The 32-year old Valkyries forward and El Paso native carries herself with a laid back, southern humbleness that keeps the focus on her team rather than herself. …
How Kayla Thornton became a WNBA All-Star, Valkyries’ best player Read MoreA condo in Oakland that sold for $324,000, is the most affordable real estate sale in Oakland in the past week. For comparison, the overall average price of real estate in Oakland during the last week was $717,732, or $576 …
Top 10 home deals the week of June 16 in Oakland Read MoreBy ALANNA DURKIN RICHER WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department asked a federal court on Friday to unseal grand jury transcripts in Jeffrey Epstein’s case amid a firestorm over the Trump administration’s handling of records related to the wealthy financier. …
Justice Department asks court to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury records Read More