Bulls – Cavaliers Game 5 Preview
(AP) Cleveland – Among the multitude of highlights in the long-running clash between LeBron James and the Chicago Bulls, the big moments in this playoff series may stand alone. Two former MVPs, two buzzer-beaters, two wins apiece.
Kanye West Receives School of Art Institute of Chicago Honor
CHICAGO (AP) — It was a humble Kanye West who received an honorary doctorate from the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Peoria Officers Hosting ‘Comply and Complain’ Workshop
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Two Peoria police officers are hosting a workshop this weekend on what to do when stopped by police.
Illinois State Back Coprich Faces Drug Charge, Suspension
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — Authorities say Illinois State University running back Marshaun Coprich is facing a drug charge and has been suspended from the team.
Illini Athletic Director Will Review Player Claims vs Coach
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Illinois athletic director Mike Thomas says he backs football coach Tim Beckman following allegations by a former player that his injuries were mishandled.
Bears Waive LB Khaseem Greene
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears have waived linebacker Khaseem Greene after two seasons.
Cardinals Coming Off First Series Loss of Season
ST. LOUIS (AP) — More than a month into the season, the St. Louis Cardinals finally lost a series.
Wrigley Field Opens Part of Iconic Bleachers To Fans
CHICAGO (AP) — Sections of Wrigley Field’s iconic bleachers are filled with fans for the first time this season.
Bryant Homers as Cubs Beat Mets 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo homered on consecutive pitches in the first, leading Jon Lester and the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.
Herrera’s Homer in Eighth Lifts Brewers Over White Sox 10-7
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Elian Herrera hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning and Khris Davis followed with a solo shot, helping the Milwaukee Brewers hold off the Chicago White Sox 10-7 on Monday night.
Hammond Responds To Pension Reform Ruling
An area representative has weighed in on the recent reversal of a bill passed by the Supreme Court, that cut Illinois pensions.
Silas Willard Now On Track To Open August 2016
Contractors working on Silas Willard Elementary School have set an open date for August of 2016.