Devin Bush reportedly agreed to a three-year, $30M deal with the Chicago Bears after a breakout 2025 season. The signing fills a vacancy in the middle of the defense.

A report claimed Nico Hoerner was sent to Seattle for three prospects, but neither the Cubs, the Mariners nor MLB have confirmed the deal.

The Chicago Bears will raise season-ticket prices by an average of 13.5% for 2026, citing market research, heavier home scheduling and ongoing stadium planning.

A minority owner sued Michael Alter, alleging self-dealing that cut into other investors’ shares as the Chicago Sky’s value rose.

Freshman Keaton Wagler poured in 46 points and nine 3-pointers to lift No. 11 Illinois to an 88-82 win at No. 4 Purdue. The performance gives the Illini momentum as Big Ten play heats up.

Wilbur Wood, the White Sox knuckleballer and ironman who won 20-plus games in four straight seasons in the early 1970s, has died at 84.

Kyle Tucker has signed a $240 million, four-year deal with the LA Dodgers, with a $60 million average annual value and $30 million in deferred payments.

All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman has agreed to a $175 million, five-year contract with the Chicago Cubs, awaiting a physical. The deal includes a no-trade clause.

Bob Pulford, the Hall of Famer who spent 30 years shaping the Blackhawks' front office and won four Stanley Cups as a player, has died at 89.

Chicago State's trustees approved a Division I football program and set an Aug. 29, 2026 kickoff. The Cougars will play 2026 as an independent before joining the NEC in 2027.

The Chicago Bears are considering a move to Northwest Indiana for a new stadium as talks in Arlington Heights, Illinois, stall over a bill to provide tax breaks for the project.

Former college and NFL coach Mike White has died at age 89. His influential career included a Rose Bowl appearance with Illinois and an NFL Super Bowl title as an assistant coach.

The Bears set an on-sale time for potential home playoff games — public sales begin Thursday at 11 a.m. CST, with a short presale for season-ticket holders.