TEL AVIV, Israel — Israel on Sunday struck targets in southern Gaza after saying its troops came under fire from Hamas, in the first major test of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire meant to halt more than two years of war. Health officials said at least 14 Palestinians were killed. A senior Egyptian official involved in the ceasefire negotiations said “round-the-clock” contacts were … [Read more...] about Israel strikes Gaza after it says Hamas attacked across ceasefire line
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White Sox fans holding their noses as they ask for culture-changing signing
The Chicago White Sox enter the 2025-26 offseason fresh off the heels of another difficult campaign. Is there one free agent who could change the culture of the clubhouse while still being affordable? … [Read more...] about White Sox fans holding their noses as they ask for culture-changing signing
Letters: Federal government’s ‘crime-fighting’ strategy is making Chicago domestic violence survivors less safe
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. For organizations serving survivors of domestic violence, October is typically filled with activities to raise awareness and build support for services and prevention. We make domestic violence — and its victims — visible. Visibility shows survivors they are not alone and makes it easier to access help. This October feels different. … [Read more...] about Letters: Federal government’s ‘crime-fighting’ strategy is making Chicago domestic violence survivors less safe
Sporcle Saturday: Season saves leaders
Good morning! It was on this date in 1949 one Ed Farmer was born in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Before being a White Sox radio guy Farmer, of course, had a nice 11-year career as a reliever. 1980 was one of his finest seasons: his only All-Star selection, and he saved 30 games for the White Sox, the most by a Sox reliever to that point. (As an aside, look at the pitchers for that … [Read more...] about Sporcle Saturday: Season saves leaders
OCT. 18TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: WHITE SOX GAME 6 STARTING PITCHERS
Alex Fernandez started Game 6 of the 1993 ALCS for the Sox. White Sox starting pitchers in Game 6 of the postseason: SERIES—-PITCHER 1906 World Series—Doc White 1917 World Series—Red Faber 1919 World Series—Dickey Kerr 1959 World Series—Early Wynn 1983 ALCS—-None 1993 ALCS—-Alex Fernandez 2000 ALDS—N/A 2005 ALDS—-N/A 2005 ALCS—-None 2005 … [Read more...] about OCT. 18TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: WHITE SOX GAME 6 STARTING PITCHERS