5 takeaways as Cristiano Ronaldo earns Portugal a win at the Confederations Cup
It’s that man again.
Ronaldo heads Portugal to 1-0 win over Russia at Confed Cup
MOSCOW (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo set aside his legal troubles to score the winning goal for Portugal on Wednesday in a 1-0 victory over hosts Russia in the Confederations Cup.
Former NFL linebacker shot dead in Reno apartment, 2 wounded
RENO, Nev. (AP) Nevada authorities say former NFL linebacker Ryan Jones was shot dead over the weekend in a Reno apartment and two other people suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds.
Woman testifies against ex-football player in rape trial
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) A woman who was raped while unconscious in a college dorm room has testified that her appearance at an ex-Vanderbilt football player’s trial marks the first time she has seen the defendant face to
NBA stars entire career with team that drafted them
These superstars spent their entire careers with the team that called their name
Wild's home opener set for Oct. 14 against Blue Jackets
The Minnesota Wild open the home 2017-18 season with a matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Oct. 14
Canelo Alvarez, Gennady Golovkin slam Mayweather vs. McGregor super fight
Two top boxers are not fans of the Mayweather vs. McGregor super fight
Stars to host expansion Vegas Golden Knights in home opener
Vegas Golden Knights will make their regular-season debut on the road in Dallas
Illini plan performance center, not stadium renovations
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman says plans for a $132 million renovation at Memorial Stadium are on hold and instead the school will break ground next year on a stand-alone football performance center.
Man, woman found dead with gunshot wounds on Chicago Skyway
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities say a man gunned down a woman believed to be his wife during an argument on a major Chicago expressway before he shot and killed himself.
Authorities: 2 found fatally shot along Chicago Skyway
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities say two people have been found fatally shot along the Chicago Skyway, prompting the roadway to be closed heading toward Indiana.
Decatur leaders in Washington with transportation hub goals
DECATUR, Ill. (AP) — The mayor of Decatur along with a delegation of Macon County business and labor leaders are in Washington this week with plans to lobby for transportation money.
Initial hearing set in major Chicago police reforms lawsuit
CHICAGO (AP) — An initial hearing is scheduled in a major lawsuit that seeks to force Chicago into implementing police reforms under close court supervision.
Dad accused in fatal beating of 3-year-old held without bond
CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago has been ordered held without bail on murder charges in the beating death of his three-year-old daughter.
Metra adding service to Chicago for Sunday’s Pride Parade
CHICAGO (AP) — Suburban Chicago’s commuter rail agency is adding trains to downtown for this year’s Chicago Pride Parade.
Man charged in stabbing deaths of his elderly parents
CHICAGO (AP) — An elderly Chicago couple found stabbed to death in their home was allegedly killed by their 47-year-old son.
Governor urges lawmakers to end ‘unnecessary’ budget impasse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Gov. Bruce Rauner is urging lawmakers to end the “unnecessary” budget crisis that’s gripped Illinois for two years.
Blackhawks’ Hossa to miss 2017-18 season with skin disorder
CHICAGO (AP) — Blackhawks winger Marian Hossa will miss the entire 2017-18 NHL season because of a progressive skin disorder.
Dwyane Wade opts in for 2nd year with Bulls
CHICAGO (AP) — Dwyane Wade has told the Chicago Bulls that he is exercising his $23.8 million option and will remain with them next season, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Tuesday night.
Rizzo speaks with MLB; no discipline for plate collision
CHICAGO (AP) — Anthony Rizzo has spoken with Major League Baseball about his collision Monday with San Diego Padres catcher Austin Hedges at home plate, but the Chicago Cubs slugger will not be punished.