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Column: The Chicago Bears take care of business with a Christmas Eve defeat of the Arizona Cardinals

As the Chicago Bears tied a bow on their Christmas gift to the city they added a dash of valuable perspective. Yes, Chicago, there is meaningful progress being made.

December 24, 2023

Week 16 recap: Chicago Bears jump to a big early lead and hold on for a 27-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals

Behind a big game on the ground, the Chicago Bears jumped to a 21-point first-half lead and held on for a 27-16 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Soldier Field.

December 24, 2023

4 takeaways from Chicago Bulls’ 109-95 loss, including losing the battle of the offensive boards and Max Strus’ big game

The Chicago Bulls had their three-game winning streak snapped Saturday with a 109-95 loss to the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers. Max Strus, a DePaul alumnus, finished with 26 points for the Cavs.

December 24, 2023

NFC North roundup: Detroit Lions clinch 1st division title since 1993, while Green Bay Packers keep playoff hopes alive

The Detroit Lions on Sunday clinched their first division title in 30 years. They used two rushing touchdowns from Jahmyr Gibbs and 106 receiving yards and a third-quarter go-ahead score by Amon-Ra St. Brown to overtake the injury-ravaged Minnesota Vikings 30-24.

December 24, 2023

Week 16 photos: Chicago Bears 27, Arizona Cardinals 16

Photos from the Week 16 game between the Chicago Bears and Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2023.

December 24, 2023

Column: Chicago Blackhawks scrooge themselves before the holiday break — but Connor Bedard’s ‘Michigan goal’ is a jaw-dropper

“Michigan goals” by Connor Bedard and Trevor Zegras on Saturday were the talk of the NHL, but the Chicago Blackhawks were at a loss for words after a second straight collapse.

December 24, 2023

Detroit Pistons match the NBA’s single-season record with a 26th straight loss

The Detroit Pistons have matched the NBA record for the longest losing streak within one season, falling 126-115 to the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night for their 26th straight loss.

December 24, 2023

Paul Sullivan: Surviving another year of watching bad Chicago teams can only make us stronger, right?

Another bad year in Chicago sports is about to end, but at least it never lacked in interest.

December 24, 2023

Las Vegas Bowl: QB Ben Bryant leads Northwestern past Utah 14-7 to finish season with 4 straight wins

Ben Bryant passed for 222 yards and found Bryce Kirtz in the corner of the end zone midway through the fourth quarter, helping Northwestern beat Utah 14-7 Saturday night in the Las Vegas Bowl.

December 23, 2023

Michigan State freshman point guard shot in leg while on holiday break in Joliet

Michigan State freshman point guard Jeremy Fears, a former five-star recruit from Joliet West, is recovering after he was shot while on holiday break near his hometown.

December 23, 2023

Northern Illinois beats Arkansas State 21-19 in the Camellia Bowl

Rocky Lombardi passed and ran for a touchdown and Northern Illinois held on for a 21-19 victory over Arkansas State in the Camellia Bowl when the Red Wolves couldn’t convert a late two-point pass.

December 23, 2023

7 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens: ‘We just weren’t playing smart’

For the eighth time this season, the Blackhawks couldn’t back up a win with a win: "They pushed and we didn't."

December 23, 2023

Chicago Bears get an early start on offseason to-do list: Kicker Cairo Santos agrees to a 4-year, $16M extension

The Chicago Bears and kicker Cairo Santos on Saturday agreed to a four-year, $16 million contract extension. Santos, 32, has made 27 of 29 field-goal attempts this season.

December 23, 2023

Las Vegas Bowl: How will Northwestern QB Ben Bryant fare against Utah’s tough defense?

Northwestern plays Utah on Saturday in the Las Vegas Bowl. The Wildcats have won two of the past three meetings between the schools.

December 23, 2023

Detroit Pistons are facing NBA infamy, trying to avoid a record-tying 26th consecutive loss Saturday

The Detroit Pistons are on the verge of NBA infamy. They have lost 25 straight games and need a victory Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets to avoid matching the longest losing streak within one season in league history.

December 23, 2023

Camellia Bowl: Matchup of 6-6 teams in Northern Illinois and Arkansas State

Arkansas State and Northern Illinois — both 6-6 — are fighting for a winning record in the Camellia Bowl.

December 23, 2023

Column: Jaylon Johnson bet on himself — and it paid off. The cornerback is due a big contract, but will it be with the Chicago Bears?

Jaylon Johnson is the rare player who will emerge a big winner for betting on himself and playing out his contract. The cornerback will be rewarded handsomely for his stellar play, and it appears the Chicago Bears are motivated to get an extension done.

December 23, 2023

Going through lows makes career high in points feel even better for Burlington Central’s Myles Lowe.

Myles Lowe was at a high point Friday night, putting together his best varsity performance in a 52-40 Fox Valley Conference win over Hampshire.

December 23, 2023

Nate Nazos plays point guard for Batavia. He also plays for his dad Jim, the coach. ‘You can’t really tell.’

Senior point guard Nate Nazos was at his very best Friday night, leading Batavia to a 60-31 DuKane Conference rout of St. Charles East.

December 22, 2023

Terrence Shannon Jr. scores 30 points, leading No. 13 Illinois to a 97-73 rout of Missouri in Braggin’ Rights game

Terrence Shannon Jr. had 30 points and 11 rebounds, Quincy Guerrier scored a career-best 28 points and No. 13 Illinois beat Missouri 97-73 in the Braggin’ Rights rivalry game Friday.

December 22, 2023

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