A group of fans watch Cubs prospect minicamp at their Mesa spring training facility, as the MLB lockout drags on. | John Antonoff/Sun-Times MLB and its players association held their longest day of collective bargaining yet this winter, faced with owner-imposed deadline to preserve full season. MESA, Ariz. — Finally. After 89 days, a week straight of in-person … [Read more...] about MLB lockout: Inauspicious start to deadline day gives way to hope
Horoscope for Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Moon Alert Caution: Avoid shopping or making important decisions up until 3 p.m. Chicago time. After that, the moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces. Aries (March 21-April 19) This is a restless day for you; however, it’s also a day full of quiet excitement and anticipation. Perhaps you have unusual plans simmering on the back burner? Some of you might have an epiphany or an … [Read more...] about Horoscope for Tuesday, March 1, 2022
White Sox need agreement to avoid another buzzkill
The White Sox had a potent lineup despite getting only 93 games from Yasmani Grandal, 68 from Luis Robert (left) and 55 from Eloy Jimenez last season due to injuries. (Getty Images) | Getty White Sox have moves to make, but should hit ground running when and if lockout is over As Major League Baseball and the players union turned up the intensity of talks Monday night, … [Read more...] about White Sox need agreement to avoid another buzzkill
Chicagoan trapped in war-torn Ukraine makes it to Poland
Olga Tsoi, right, and her mother, Oksana Tsoi, take a photo in Kraków, Poland, hours after crossing the border from Ukraine. | Olga Tsoi The trip spans 550 miles and took more than two days to accomplish — but the journey is only beginning. A Chicago woman who was trapped in Ukraine by Russia’s invasion of the country has successfully made it into Poland — but the … [Read more...] about Chicagoan trapped in war-torn Ukraine makes it to Poland
Billionaire Ken Griffin owes Chicago more than his tepid response about gun manufacturers
Economic Club of Chicago/Youtube Griffin, who’s been vocal about Chicago’s gun violence, gave a by-the-numbers response to the news that his Citadel holdings include $86 million in gun manufacturer investments. Chicago billionaire Kenneth Griffin, with his vast wealth, is a loud voice in city and state politics and issues. When he’s not bankrolling Republican … [Read more...] about Billionaire Ken Griffin owes Chicago more than his tepid response about gun manufacturers