Durkin: Week 2 NFL Picks
There are some intriguing games on the slate and here's how I think it will all play out.
There are some intriguing games on the slate and here's how I think it will all play out.
One of the best snacks to munch on during a football game is guacamole. A sweet-and-spicy take on this typical avocado delight is guaranteed to please a rowdy crowd.
I've had enough of this whole Mike Martz thing.
There are no longer defenses that compare with the 1985 Bears.
Newcomers to tailgating can sometimes be intimidated and overwhelmed when going into a tradition with so much history and spirit. However, following a few simple guidelines when being a rookie to tailgating can ensure an exciting and treasured memory with motivation for more fun times to come.
NFL teams combined for 791 points, the most for an opening week and second most in league history.
Nothing says football tailgating like chips and dip. Try this clean, personalized recipe for a slightly different twist on typical salsa.
Check out the AP's Week 2 NFL Power Rankings!
The NFL has devised a temporary five-week schedule for using replacement officials.
Whether you are hosting a football party at home or preparing food for a pre-game tailgate, grilled burgers are always a sure favorite. Try these healthy-option ground turkey burgers; they're quick and simple to make and can easily be prepared at home and then packed into a cooler.
Shannon Eastin made NFL history.
A 41-21 opening win is in the books, and nothing happened to derail the story going in -- that Cutler with new weapons and new coaches could carry an aging defense to great places.
Because of the restrictions put on tailgaters for Soldier Field games like no deep fryers, no open fires and no tents or canopies, it can be difficult to know exactly which parking structures allow tailgating for the die-hard Bears fan. Following a few simple guidelines and tips for parking can make it easier to plan and execute a great tailgating party.
The Bears have the fourth-highest average ticket prices in the NFL, according to Team Marketing Report's Fan Cost Index.
The early returns are in and, according to the Neilson rating company, the Democrats beat the Republicans... and the NFL.
Though it topped all other programs Wednesday night, the NFL season-opener saw a four percent decline compared to the 2011 regular season opener.
The Dallas Cowboys waited all year for another shot at the New York Giants. When they got it in the 2012 season opener, they were ready.
The preseason seemed to be marred by injuries, more so than usual. Here's the injury situation going into the NFL season.
The NFL Players Association has asked a federal judge for a temporary restraining order that would allow players suspended in connection with the NFL's bounty investigation to rejoin their teams in time to play regular season openers.
For our sake, and more for that of the innocent listener, please adhere to the following guidelines. With your help, future caller, we can all work together to make talking about the Bears a safer experience for everyone.
When the AP released it's first-ever Power Rankings last month, the Bears were tied with the Lions at 11th in the NFL.
With kickoff for the 2012 NFL season just hours away, excitement for football has never been higher.
Since 1998, three NFL franchises have had the top overall pick twice: Cleveland, Houston, and Indianapolis.
A 56-year-old man was found lying next to a bicycle in the southbound lanes of South Larkin Avenue.
Just weeks before the presidential election, new rules are going into effect in some states that can jeopardize people's right to vote, from challenges to voter registrations, to limits on when and how ballots may be cast.
Clouds move away, and a gusty west wind develops.
The Lakers football team is embracing the step up in competition, mirroring the strength of its head coach, Jared Williamson.
Kurtis Rourke threw for 380 yards and three touchdowns to help No. 23 Indiana stay unbeaten with a 41-24 victory over Northwestern on Saturday.
About three dozen City Council members blasted the state of CPS after the resignations.
Billionaire Elon Musk also appeared with Trump on stage, calling the November election "the most important of our lifetime."
This comes as a big shake-up as all seven current members of the board saying they'll resign at the end of the month.
The move would allow Mayor Brandon Johnson to appoint a new school board that would fire CPS chief executive officer Pedro Martinez.
While Nov. 5 is Election Day, voters in Illinois have the option of voting early in person or by mail beforehand.
A federal judge in Georgia made a ruling that would allow for the Biden administration's sweeping relief that affects tens of millions of American borrowers.
Michael Cozzi bought a prepaid debit card for his friend and put $300 on it—only to be told by every party involved with the card that it was in somebody else's name and he couldn't unlock the money.
The New York Times has unveiled the 2024 edition of their list of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S., and a Chicago steakhouse is among the spots that made the national cut.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
Only people who had contact with a bat have reason to be concerned. A bat flying overhead cannot give anyone rabies.
Northwestern Medicine researchers hope their discovery will lead to a potential treatment for those with pulmonary issues.
Anyone who has not had a COVID-19 vaccination n two months or more should get the new updated vaccine right away, the city said.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
According to the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control, the bats were both found Monday.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has reinstated a lawsuit filed by the state accusing TikTok of deceiving its users about the video-sharing platform's level of inappropriate content for children and the security of its consumers' personal information.
Magnicity is still mum on what exactly it has in mind for the space, though 360 CHICAGO earlier said a restaurant will not be back.
Jeep is recalling more than 194,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs worldwide because they can catch fire with the ignition turned off.
A Black man alleges in a lawsuit that an Iowa trucking company fired him as a driver because he wouldn't cut off his dreadlocks.
The restaurant will begin with dinner service from 4 p.m. to midnight, with plans to extend hours in the future.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
Young patients and their families got hands-on experience with some heavy machinery at the 78 Development. Clayco says this event was also a fundraiser, which raised $165,000 for the hospital.
Sparks of red and white could be seen for nearly half an hour Saturday night, in Beirut’s southern suburbs. the area has been attacked multiple times a day, as Israel targets Hezbollah.
This includes AT&T, Verizon, and Lumen. Investigators suspect the hackers were looking for national security or other sensitive information.
Some students at the university in Flagstaff were forced to move in the middle of a semester. Several bats, including one that tested positive for rabies, were found inside the dormitory. Some students say they were told the dorm will shut down for the rest of this school year.
A heavily armed gang in Pont Sonde killed more than 70 people and forced thousands to flee.
About three dozen City Council members blasted the state of CPS after the resignations.
The ages of the victims range from 16 to 42.
A 56-year-old man was found lying next to a bicycle in the southbound lanes of South Larkin Avenue.
Just weeks before the presidential election, new rules are going into effect in some states that can jeopardize people's right to vote, from challenges to voter registrations, to limits on when and how ballots may be cast.
Clouds move away, and a gusty west wind develops.
The CBS News Chicago Investigators have been reporting for months on the allegations of sexual and physical abuse to children in DCFS custody at Aunt Martha's Integrated Care Center.
The Jasper County, Indiana Sheriff's office has not specified what the defendants are accused of doing, or their relationship to the children.
Beachgoers notice a much wider beach, and 22 stone breakwater structures to protect against erosion.
The complaint alleges "a pattern of discrimination that has caused an increasingly hostile environment at UChicago for Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim students and students associated with them."
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
The Lakers football team is embracing the step up in competition, mirroring the strength of its head coach, Jared Williamson.
Kurtis Rourke threw for 380 yards and three touchdowns to help No. 23 Indiana stay unbeaten with a 41-24 victory over Northwestern on Saturday.
Northwestern is coming off back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances for the first time in program history.
Even as the Bears have kept their last 10 opponents to under 20 points, Jaylon Johnson says they can do more to be "dominant."
Brad Underwood retooled his entire Illinois roster after just missing the Final 4 with a blowout loss to UConn last season.
Police in Lyons were interviewing late Friday everyone to figure out what happened.
In the left turn lane, the driver is seen getting out of the car with a long gun raised. The driver fires at officers, and the officers fire back as the driver falls to the ground.
The two suspects wanted in connection with the burglaries led Chicago police on a chase along the Dan Ryan Expressway.
The Jasper County, Indiana Sheriff's office has not specified what the defendants are accused of doing, or their relationship to the children.
Late Friday, police were going door-to-door to talk with neighbors about what they heard and find out if their Ring doorbell cameras had caught anything.