Union says Chicago train workers OK preliminary strike vote
CHICAGO (AP) — The union that represents Chicago Transit Authority train workers says their membership has voted in favor of a preliminary strike if needed.
Chicago man found guilty in 1993 murder case seeks clemency
CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago man is seeking clemency after serving over two decades in prison for the 1993 shooting death of his sister’s boyfriend.
Activists charged after banner hung at Chicago’s Trump Tower
CHICAGO (AP) — Prosecutors have brought felony charges against four of six Greenpeace activists accused of unfurling a banner from Trump Tower in Chicago to protest the president’s stance on global warning.
Governor replaces chief aide with conservative group’s CEO
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Gov. Bruce Rauner is replacing his chief of staff with the head of the conservative-leaning Illinois Policy Institute.
Tow boat sinks in Mississippi River; 9 crew members rescued
CAIRO, Ill. (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating after a tow boat sank in the Mississippi River near Cairo, Illinois, leading to a rescue of the crew.
Cubs’ Hendricks pitches 3 1/3 innings in rehab appearance
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Chicago Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks gave up one run in 3 1/3 innings Monday while making a rehabilitation appearance in the Double-A Southern League for the Tennessee Smokies.
Bulls sign guard Justin Holiday
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls say they have signed guard Justin Holiday.
White Sox option OF Willy Garcia to Triple-A Charlotte
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox have optioned outfielder Willy Garcia to Triple-A Charlotte.
205 talks of video taping or streaming board meetings
The District 205 Board of Education met last night to discuss, among other things, either videotaping or streaming of board meetings.
Michigan sports doctor to plead guilty to having child porn
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) A former sports doctor at Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics is taking a step toward resolving one of four criminal cases against him in Michigan.
All rise as Judge smashes his way to Home Run Derby title
All rise as Judge smashes his way to Home Run Derby title
PHOTOS: Best Pictures of Aaron Judge and the Home Run Derby
PHOTOS: Best Pictures of Aaron Judge and the Home Run Derby
Wrongful death lawsuit against ex-NFL star's estate in court
BOSTON (AP) A wrongful death lawsuit filed against the estate of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez is headed back to court.
NBA Summer League recap: Vaughn, Bucks fall short to Clippers
Rashad Vaughn had 21 points in a 100-93 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle arrested on weapons charge
SHARONVILLE, Ohio (AP) Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Adolphus Washington has been arrested in Ohio on a weapons charge.
Pacers continue offseason overhaul by signing Bogdanovic
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Indiana Pacers have officially signed forward Bojan Bogdanovic.
Pacers bolster roster with signing of free agent Bojan Bogdanovic
The Indiana Pacers announced Monday they have signed free agent forward Bojan Bogdanovic
PHOTOS: Miguel Sano at the 2017 Home Run Derby
Miguel Sano finished in second place in the 2017 Home Run Derby, launching 32 homers in three rounds.
Twins' Sano falls in Home Run Derby finals to Aaron Judge
Minnesota Twins slugger Miguel Sano defeated Mike Moustakas and Gary Sanchez, but he lost 11-10 in the Home Run Derby finals to Aaron Judge