In Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday the Chicago Blackhawks looked like they were skating through mud in the first period. Veteran Craig Smith expressed frustration and embarrassment and implored his teammates to take a 48-hour mindset in their preparation for games. Well, the Hawks didn’t have 48 hours to get ready for a home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs — less than 24, in … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to Toronto — including Teuvo Teräväinen’s 500th point
After losing last year, Ohio recruit Ricky Ericksen wins Class 3A state title for Marist. ‘Nothing better than this.’
CHAMPAIGN — Marist senior Ricky Ericksen knew it was his night, his chance to cap off a redemption tour that began in the same place a year ago. Ericksen, an Ohio recruit, made it to a state championship match last season but was dominated by Mount Carmel’s Colin Kelly, who won with a 16-1 technical fall. Ericksen has been on a mission ever since. “That night, I felt terrible,” … [Read more...] about After losing last year, Ohio recruit Ricky Ericksen wins Class 3A state title for Marist. ‘Nothing better than this.’
City touts mission to target employee ties to hate groups; community demands police be the priority
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new task force focused on digging into extremism among employees was met with fierce demands for fast, decisive action at a Sunday town hall after months of pressure from the city’s watchdog and progressives to root out such elements, specifically among Chicago police. Representatives with the mayor’s office told a roomful of residents and community … [Read more...] about City touts mission to target employee ties to hate groups; community demands police be the priority
Judah Heeg wrestles for Lemont. His brother, Justus, wrestles for Providence. Both win state titles. ‘Pretty special.’
CHAMPAIGN — When their family moved back to Lemont after living for four years in Minnesota, brothers Judah and Justus Heeg went in different directions. Judah, a junior, enrolled at Lemont. Justus, a freshman, chose to attend Providence. Both ended their wrestling seasons in the same place, however. On top of the podium as state champions. “It’s pretty special,” Justus said. … [Read more...] about Judah Heeg wrestles for Lemont. His brother, Justus, wrestles for Providence. Both win state titles. ‘Pretty special.’
Chicago Sky trade the No. 3 draft pick to the Washington Mystics for guard Ariel Atkins
The Chicago Sky traded out of the draft lottery Sunday night to acquire veteran guard Ariel Atkins in a blockbuster trade with the Washington Mystics. The Sky announced they sent their No. 3 pick in the 2025 draft — along with a first-round pick swap and a second-round pick in 2027 — to the Mystics to acquire Atkins. The guard will join a newly remodeled backcourt that includes … [Read more...] about Chicago Sky trade the No. 3 draft pick to the Washington Mystics for guard Ariel Atkins