American bittern on Chicago’s North Side. | Jeff Wade More wild turkeys in Chicago, an American bittern in Chicago, places to eat fried smelt and the count on Winnebago sturgeon are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors. Notes come from around Chicago outdoors and beyond. WILD OF THE WEEK Jeff Wade spotted an American bittern at West Ridge Nature Park on the … [Read more...] about Chicago outdoors: American bittern in Chicago, wild turkeys in Chicago, eating smelt, Winnebago sturgeon
Worldwide COVID-19 death toll tops 3 million
The remains of a woman who died from complications related to COVID-19 are placed into a niche by cemetery workers and relatives at the Inahuma cemetery in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on April 13, 2021. | Silvia Izquierdo/AP The global death toll from the coronavirus topped a staggering 3 million people Saturday — a number bigger than the population of Chicago and equivalent … [Read more...] about Worldwide COVID-19 death toll tops 3 million
Prosecutor who detailed Toledo shooting video put on leave because he ‘failed to fully present the facts,’ Foxx’s office says
Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx, pictured at her election night headquarters at the Kinzie Hotel Nov. 3, 2020. | Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times Many questions remain unanswered by the Cook County state’s attorney’s office. A spokeswoman for Kim Foxx said she couldn’t discuss the issues because they are the subject of an internal investigation. A veteran Cook … [Read more...] about Prosecutor who detailed Toledo shooting video put on leave because he ‘failed to fully present the facts,’ Foxx’s office says
Parents, students demand say in how CPS spends $1.8B in federal relief aid (LIVE UPDATES)
Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times Here’s the latest news on how COVID-19 is impacting Chicago and Illinois. Latest CPS is getting $1.8B in federal relief funding. Parents and students are demanding a say in how it’s spent Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times Protestors gather to ask Mayor Lori Lightfoot and deliver a letter to her office to consider and improve … [Read more...] about Parents, students demand say in how CPS spends $1.8B in federal relief aid (LIVE UPDATES)
2 arrested during protests against police violence in Logan Square
More than a thousand people march near Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s home in Logan Square to protest the fatal shooting by Chicago police of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, Friday evening, April 16, 2021. | Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times “There was nothing that happened out there that warranted the arrest of any young people who were out there fighting for their lives,” said Amika … [Read more...] about 2 arrested during protests against police violence in Logan Square
David Ross returns to the dugout after serving a 1-game suspension as the Chicago Cubs take on the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs try to get their offense going Saturday in the second game of their series with the Atlanta Braves. Manager David Ross returns to the dugout after his one-game suspension. … [Read more...] about David Ross returns to the dugout after serving a 1-game suspension as the Chicago Cubs take on the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field
Chicago Blackhawks are banking on Henrik Borgström rediscovering his ‘special’ game: ‘A lot of times you feel he has eyes in the back (of his head)’
Center Henrik Borgstrom was called “The Magician” during his University of Denver days. The Chicago Blackhawks are hoping he can recapture that level of play after acquiring him from the Florida Panthers. … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks are banking on Henrik Borgström rediscovering his ‘special’ game: ‘A lot of times you feel he has eyes in the back (of his head)’
Will Marquise Goodwin return kicks for Chicago Bears?
In the wake of losing Cordarelle Patterson to the Atlanta Falcons, the Chicago Bears were quick to counter by signing Marquise Goodwin to a one-year deal. It is obviously not a direct replacement, but the timing of one out and one coming right back in does make it look that way. In losing Cordarelle Patterson […] Will Marquise Goodwin return kicks for Chicago Bears? - Bear … [Read more...] about Will Marquise Goodwin return kicks for Chicago Bears?
Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution: Gameday Guide and How to Watch
Fire players take part in training at Soldier Field on Friday | Chicago Fire FC The Fire open the MLS regular season against an old foe For the first time in 19 months, Chicago Fire fans will be in the stands tonight to watch their team play a home match.The Fire host the New England Revolution at Soldier Field (7:30 p.m. CT, WGN-TV, CFFC Live). It won’t be a packed … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution: Gameday Guide and How to Watch