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Over the offseason, the White Sox made a big push to sign Adam Dunn while also bringing back Paul Konerko and A.J. Pierzynski. When the team was able to do all that and looked like a championship caliber team, GM Kenny Williams got plenty of credit.
I have no idea what it would be like to have $60 million and I doubt I ever will. But I couldn't help but think of that figure on Sunday while watching the local baseball teams.
A busy weekend ends with thoughts on Peavy, Zambrano and the Big Ten Championship Game. Also, LeBron James handles a tough question brilliantly.
Headed to the plate with the bases loaded in a tie game, Ryan Raburn would have been happy with a base hit. Instead, he drove the first pitch he saw from Jake Peavy into the left-field bullpen to stun the crowd at U.S. Cellular Field.
Adam Dunn's well documented struggles are surprising to most people, but not Frank Thomas.
Adam Dunn was a big offseason signing for the Chicago White Sox. The slugger was expected to contribute to a powerful offense, but so far he's struggled to find any consistency. So the question becomes: when does Ozzie Guillen sit Adam Dunn?
Paul Konerko was scratched from Friday's lineup after having a loose "fragment dislodged" from his wrist in a surgical procedure earlier in the day.
There seems to be a quiet optimism among Chicago White Sox fans that their team will dig themselves out of the hole they put themselves in and compete for the division title.
The main storyline with the Chicago White Sox in the beginning of the season was the team's combined struggles. But as they've slowly started to turn things around, Adam Dunn's struggles have become more and more glaring.
Adam Dunn's struggles at the beginning of the season were chalked up the slugger being unfamiliar with American League pitching and the adjustment to being a full-time designed hitter.
Chicago, like any city, has seen its share of free agent disasters through the years. Bryan Cox, Eddie Robinson, Danny Jackson all come to mind. But how often do you get to see on one night two acquisitions that as of now look like colossal screwups?
The Chicago White Sox had a big offseason, largely due to the signing of free agent slugger Adam Dunn. The idea of Dunn in a lineup with Paul Konerko and Alexei Ramirez got fans excited, but the lineup fans expected hasn't fully materialized.
Carlos Quentin hit three home runs and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers 8-6 on Tuesday night in a game delayed nearly three hours by heavy rain and hail that sent the crowd hustling for cover all throughout the ballpark.
Through the first 49 games of the season, Adam Dunn is hitting just .189 with four home runs and 21 runs batted in, numbers far below what was expected when the Chicago White Sox signed the free agent slugger in the offseason.
Adam Dunn was one of the biggest free agent signings of the offseason. But after spending his entire career in the National League, there was some concern over how the slugger would transition from playing the field to be a full-time designated hitter.
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly has made clear he won't be endorsing interleague play any time soon. The Chicago White Sox, meanwhile, are likely looking forward to it.
You can call it: "The Massacre On Madison." The Bulls dominated Miami. Defensively, the Heat were rattled by ball pressure and the Bulls crushed Miami on the boards (45-33). It felt big.
After a positive road trip, the Chicago White Sox return home feeling confident that they can turn the season around. But finding success over their upcoming homestand could be difficult.
David DeJesus recorded his 1,000th career hit and drove in two runs, Tyson Ross took a shutout into the sixth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2 on Saturday.
By now, you're tired of hearing it's early. Me too. As expert after expert tells you that there is still a ton of baseball to be played, I keep looking at the calendar thinking one thing: It's time to make a move.
There are two guys that I give a hard time to: Jake Peavy and A.J. Pierzynski. It's not without merit, but I have to give them props for their performances Wednesday night.
Edwin Jackson pitched seven superb innings for his first victory in more than a month, Carlos Quentin homered and drove in five runs, and the Chicago White Sox routed the Los Angeles Angels 8-0 on Monday night.
Paul Konerko returned to the White Sox lineup and tied his career high with five hits, including a single in the 10th inning that helped Chicago beat the Seattle Mariners 5-2 Sunday.
Through their first 32 games of the season, the White Sox have the worst record in all of baseball. This clearly wasn't the season that fans had expected, and becuase of that, they're now looking for somewhere to place the blame.
It's has been a tough season so far for the White Sox and their fans. Both thought the team would have a good chance to win the division and make a deep run into the playoffs, but through 32 games Chicago is stuck in last place.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Recent trends show Americans have prioritized travel this year, in which airports like O'Hare and Midway have seen record-setting travel numbers similar to pre-COVID times.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Federal prosecutors said Earrious Moore stole three cars, tried to steal two others, and shot three people on the same afternoon on April 26, 2018.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
Madigan is facing a slew of charges—including racketeering, conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
A car crashed into the Chatham neighborhood restaurant, forcing it to shut down for nearly three months.
Amelia, 13, got the hot tub through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Police say Victor Sessoms snatched three 17-foot-tall reindeer from the loading dock at Slammers Stadium two weeks ago.
For O'Hare, the next few days will be challenging as airlines will fill 60,0000 seats per day—up 16% from last year. Andrew Ramos reports.
New videos show a fatal crash during a police chase on the city's South Side last month. The videos were released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability, which has been investigating CPD's role in the crash for nearly 2 months. One expert said, even with all of the new video from the scene, it's tough to make a call on whether the chase was justified.
Recent trends show Americans have prioritized travel this year, in which airports like O'Hare and Midway have seen record-setting travel numbers similar to pre-COVID times.
Police said the driver was shot in the head, causing his car to crash into a building and then a parked car.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Earlier, thieves also broke into a restaurant in the South Loop.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
Investigation into each of the shootings remains under investigation.
