The inaugural Chicago Street Race generated $108.9 million in economic impact, attracting approximately 47,405 attendees, though it still falls short of the economic boosts from larger events like Lollapalooza.

The Chicago White Sox hosted their first Mexican Heritage Night, drawing a sell-out crowd and celebrating the Mexican community with festivities like live music and traditional food.

The Chicago Bulls selected local 6-foot-9 forward Matas Buzelis from the NBA G League Ignite with the No. 11 pick, focusing on bolstering their frontcourt. Buzelis is eager to improve and fit into the NBA's trend for versatile players.

A statue of Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg was unveiled outside Wrigley Field, commemorating his contributions to the Chicago Cubs and coinciding with the 40th anniversary of his famous "Sandberg Game."

The Chicago Red Stars aim to break the NWSL attendance record at Wrigley Field, hosting the first professional women's sporting event there in 80 years.

A new Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) will broadcast Bulls, Blackhawks, and White Sox games, starting this October for Blackhawks and Bulls and White Sox in 2025.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul achieved a settlement with the NCAA, eliminating restrictions on multiple transfers for student athletes, aiming to ensure fair competition and prevent antitrust violations.

The Illinois men's golf team, as the top seed, leads the NCAA championships and will face No. 8 seed Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech's Hiroshi Tai won the individual title, while Illinois aims to add to their successful history.

No. 8 seed Penn State upset No. 1 seed Illinois 8-4 in the Big Ten baseball tournament, despite Illinois's championship status and Penn State's strong individual performances.

Illinois lawmakers propose including funding for women's sports facilities in any deals for new Chicago Bears and White Sox stadiums, emphasizing equity and potential shared use with the Chicago Red Stars.

Nina Sanders, a former consultant for the Chicago Blackhawks, has sued the team, alleging fraud, breach of contract, and unaddressed sexual harassment.

Illinois Governor's office has labeled the Chicago Bears' $5 billion stadium proposal as a "non-starter," emphasizing the need for taxpayer benefits, despite the team's pledge to invest $2.3 billion in private funding.

The Chicago Bears extend Assistant GM Ian Cunningham's contract, signaling stability within the front office ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, where they hold the first pick.