City approves first Chicago River open-water swim in a century
Before hundreds of swimmers are set to jump into the Chicago River in September, organizers and advocates say…
Helicopter crashes into Mississippi River in Missouri, 2 dead
Two people working on powerlines near the Mississippi River died Thursday when their helicopter hit the lines, crashed…
Todd Kassal of Illinois: Bringing Quantum Computing to the Factory Floor at CK RubberTrack
In the rubber track industry—where products are heavy, timelines are tight, and margins leave no room for error—it’s…
Aaron Judge returns to Yankees’ lineup in Texas
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Aaron Judge was back in the lineup as the designated hitter for the New…
‘The Walking Dead’ actress Kelley Mack dies at 33
Actress Kelley Mack, known for her appearance in post-apocalyptic zombie drama “The Walking Dead,” has died. She was…
MLB contenders watch for fatigue as some starters experience an increased workload
CHICAGO (AP) — At age 34, Matthew Boyd is going back to what was once familiar territory for…
Orioles to pay nearly $8.5 million as part of five deals ahead of the trade deadline
Baltimore will be sending nearly $8.5 million to four teams as part of five deals made ahead of…
College tennis facing threats of cuts at same time many of its alums are starring in pro ranks
This should be an exhilarating moment for college tennis. Wimbledon featured a record 26 current or former college…
3,200 Boeing workers to strike at midnight over fighter jet labor deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Boeing workers who build fighter jets are planning to go on strike Monday at…
Sex toy gets thrown on WNBA court for 2nd time this week
CHICAGO (AP) — A sex toy was tossed onto the court during a WNBA game for the second…
PHOTO ESSAY: Chicago’s ‘Crosstown Classic’ in Polaroids
CHICAGO (AP) — A fierce rivalry between Chicago’s North and South Siders comes to life each summer during…
Suárez to Mariners, Durán to Phillies as MLB trade deadline heats up
The Seattle Mariners acquired slugger Eugenio Suárez, the Philadelphia Phillies dealt for hard-throwing reliever Jhoan Durán and identical…