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Former Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane, left, smiles while Ald. Brian Hopkins, 2nd, reads a formal proclamation declaring Aug. 8 as Patrick Kane Day in Chicago at a ceremony at Johnny’s Ice House West on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

8/8 is for No. 88: Patrick Kane Day in Chicago is official. ‘It’s very special,’ the Blackhawks great says.

August 8, 2025 at 3:54 p.m.

A Chicago alderman on Friday presented Blackhawks great Patrick Kane with the official letter of recognition for Aug. 8 to be "Patrick Kane Day" in the city.

Fans walk in front of the Wrigley Field marquee on Aug. 1, 2025, after a ceremony announcing the ballpark will host the 2027 All-Star Game. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs fans are ‘really excited’ for Wrigley Field’s 2027 All-Star Game. But how much will tickets cost?

August 8, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

It'll be Wrigley Field's fourth All-Star Game and the first since 1990. When asked about the upcoming event, fans could not contain their excitement.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Cade Horton delivers to the Cincinnati Reds in the third inning Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Cade Horton extends scoreless innings streak as Chicago Cubs beat Cincinnati Reds to avoid series sweep

August 6, 2025 at 6:18 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs looked like the team they were heading into the All-Star break, as home runs, a near shutout and an immaculate inning helped them avoid a Cincinnati Reds...

Artist Dave Shetsky stands in his Lincolnshire home studio Thursday, July 17, 2025, with portraits he has done of various Chicago athletes through the years. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

He started drawing Chicago sports icons as a hobby. Then Mike Ditka changed his life.

August 5, 2025 at 1:11 p.m.

Mike Ditka was instrumental in the launch of Dave Shetsky’s career. The artist has drawn portraits of other icons such as Derrick Rose and Jonathan Toews.

Former Bears great Devin Hester speaks with local military members during USAA’s Salute to Service Boot Camp event in the Walter Payton Center at Halas Hall on July 28, 2025, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

Why Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Devin Hester was back at Halas Hall: ‘It gets competitive’

July 29, 2025 at 7:53 a.m.

Hall of Fame kick returner Devin Hester was back at Halas Hall to lead USAA's Salute to Service Boot Camp.

Jackie Hoffman talks about the Peace Runners name origin during a track workout at Crane High School on June 24, 2025. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

How an ex-football player is tackling health issues — and inspiring hope — on the West Side through running

July 25, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Peace Runners 773 founder Jackie Hoffman wants to take on the "secret killer" of bad health in his native West Side community.

Paul Siegfried, of Plainfield, cools off outside the firehouse on Waveland Avenue after a Cubs game at Wrigley Field, July 23, 2025. (E. Jason Wambsgans/baiduhai)

Extreme heat can pose a danger to baseball players and fans. It’s also changing the physics of the game.

July 25, 2025 at 7:43 a.m.

Researchers have found that warmer, less dense air lets batted baseballs fly farther — leading to a slight but measurable increase in home runs.

Sky forward Angel Reese warms up before a game against the Mystics on June 17, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Tyler Marsh wanted Angel Reese to be ‘more than a rebounder.’ The Chicago Sky star is playing to his vision.

July 18, 2025 at 8:37 a.m.

Angel Reese has embraced the point-forward label she gained entering her second season with the Chicago Sky, living up to coach Tyler Marsh's vision.

Athletes Unlimited Softball League Commissioner Kim Ng sits behind home plate before a doubleheader in Rosemont on July 8, 2025. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

AUSL is the newest swing at professional softball — and it continues to grow after 3 sellouts in Rosemont

July 17, 2025 at 10:31 a.m.

As the Athletes Unlimited Softball League made its second of three stops in Rosemont, Commissioner Kim Ng spoke about how her Chicago experiences help her run the league.

Bulls forward Lachlan Olbrich speaks during media availability after practice at the Advocate Center on Wednesday, July 8, 2025. (Audrey Richardson/baiduhai)

Chicago Bulls are embracing ‘Lachie’ Olbrich, their 2nd-round pick: ‘He’s going to hurt someone’

July 8, 2025 at 6:05 p.m.

Chicago Bulls rookie Lachlan Olbrich credited the “improving” Australian basketball programs for developing players to be ready for the NBA.

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