Today is Sunday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2025. There are 17 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 14, 1964, the U.S. Supreme Court, in Heart of Atlanta Motel v. United States, ruled Congress was within its authority to enforce the Civil Rights Act of 1964 against racial discrimination by private businesses (in this case, a motel that refused to cater to … [Read more...] about Today in History: Heart of Atlanta Motel v. United States
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Today in Chicago History: Illinois becomes the 10th state to get its own lottery
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Dec. 14, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) High temperature: 66 degrees (1975) Low temperature: Minus 9 degrees (1901) Precipitation: 1.43 inches (2011) Snowfall: 10 inches (1951) 1908: Revelers … [Read more...] about Today in Chicago History: Illinois becomes the 10th state to get its own lottery
White Sox claim Ryan Rolison, entertain trade rumors on repeat
The White Sox’s remaking of their left-handed pitching depth continues apace, as they claimed Ryan Rolison off waivers from the Atlanta Braves on Friday. It might not look all that different when spring training breaks, as Brandon Eisert and Tyler Gilbert led the team in appearances from the left side, and both figure to have… The post White Sox claim Ryan Rolison, entertain … [Read more...] about White Sox claim Ryan Rolison, entertain trade rumors on repeat
2025 @SOXNERD WHITE SOX PLAYER REVIEW: MATT THAISS
My alphabetical-ish review of the White Sox 2025 roster —@SoxNerd style — continues with a look at MATT THAISS: Veteran catcher recorded three pickoffs in 223.2 innings behind the plate for the Sox in 2025. He entered the campaign with no pickoffs in 1,049.2 innings. NEXT: Mike Vasil … [Read more...] about 2025 @SOXNERD WHITE SOX PLAYER REVIEW: MATT THAISS
The Yankees Could Dabble in Some American League East Pitcher Drama
A major piece of news broke recently about a rival team’s pitcher in the American League East. The future confidence in Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios may put him on the market, piquing the New York Yankees’ interest. The Yankees Could Dabble in Some American League East Pitcher Drama Bit by bit so far this offseason, the market maneuvered, and players were shuffled team to … [Read more...] about The Yankees Could Dabble in Some American League East Pitcher Drama