The Clarendon Hills Lions Club didn’t create any fanfare to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2025. Rather, the organization continued with the same mission it’s always had and is carrying into 2026: to provide humanitarian service and financial support to the community and Lions International through the voluntary involvement of members. The Lions Club has worked to raise … [Read more...] about Clarendon Hills Lions Club marks 75th anniversary by carrying its mission forward
Column: Chicago Bears are closing in on a worst-to-first turnaround — and they want to capitalize on it
There’s a gravitational force in the NFL that tends to pull the 32 teams toward the middle of the pack. That’s why the idea of parity is constantly bandied about. The salary cap and a draft based on the reverse order of standings fuel competitive balance. Well-stocked rosters for well-run organizations can be outliers for a good stretch. Bad rosters for franchises that are … [Read more...] about Column: Chicago Bears are closing in on a worst-to-first turnaround — and they want to capitalize on it
Lake Bluff and Lake Forest: In 2025, the communities saw changes at institutions and the loss prominent individuals
A Year in Review: Lake Forest and Lake Bluff in 2025 For Lake Forest and Lake Bluff residents, major construction projects marked 2025, some changes at key institutions, and the loss of several individuals who left lasting marks on the community. Below is a look back at some of the most significant developments of the year. Infrastructure Projects Reshape Downtowns Shortly … [Read more...] about Lake Bluff and Lake Forest: In 2025, the communities saw changes at institutions and the loss prominent individuals
ECHL — the minor hockey league 2 tiers below the NHL — postpones 13 games after players go on strike
The ECHL postponed 13 games Friday after players went on strike, causing a work stoppage in the North American development minor hockey league two tiers below the NHL. The Professional Hockey Players’ Association announced it “commenced job action” and cited travel for back-to-back games, a holiday break, guaranteed contracts, health benefits during the offseason and player … [Read more...] about ECHL — the minor hockey league 2 tiers below the NHL — postpones 13 games after players go on strike
With top draft pick in play, Las Vegas Raiders to sit banged-up DE Maxx Crosby for game vs. New York Giants
HENDERSON, Nev. — The Las Vegas Raiders have decided to bench defensive end Maxx Crosby for Sunday’s home game against the New York Giants in a matchup of teams with the NFL’s worst records. The loser has the inside track to the No. 1 draft pick, and the Raiders will be resting other key players this week. Tight end Brock Bowers (knee) and safety Jeremy Chinn (back) were placed … [Read more...] about With top draft pick in play, Las Vegas Raiders to sit banged-up DE Maxx Crosby for game vs. New York Giants