Northern Illinois, Toledo To Play Football Game At U.S. Cellular Field On Nov. 9
"It's about that footprint that's so key for our alumni base," NIU AD Sean Frazier says.
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"It's about that footprint that's so key for our alumni base," NIU AD Sean Frazier says.
Aaric Armstead scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half.
Aaric Armstead scored 21 points, including the game-winning free throws with 1.7 seconds left.
Redshirt sophomore Jaaron Simmons had 24 points and 12 assists.
Lamonte Bearden scored 23 points, grabbed seven rebounds and passed out seven assists.
Ali Barnes knocked down three straight 3-pointers to open the second half.
Akeem Daniels is seeking class-action status to represent all college players and $5 million in damages.
Kwan Cheatham Jr. didn't miss a shot and scored 18 points.
The Huskies continued their best start in 15 years by improving to 16-3.
Travon Baker scored 19 points, including a pair of field goals and two free throws down the stretch.
Bryce Moore scored 24 points.
Chuks Iroegbu's layup with a minute to go gave Northern Illinois the lead and started a run of eight straight points by the Huskies.
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Travon Baker tied a career-high with 25 points for the second time in as many games.
Travon Baker and Marin Maric combined to score 47 points.
Travon Baker scored 20 points.
Jeremy McNichols scored three touchdowns, the first one just 58 seconds into the game, and finished with 189 total yards.
Marin Maric scored 22 points, his seventh straight game in double-figure scoring.
Aaric Armstead sank a 3-pointer in double overtime to put Northern Illinois ahead for good.
Jae'Sean Tate scored 17 and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Keita Bates-Diop had 14 points and 10 boards.
The game will be played at 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 23.
Northern Illinois (8-5) was making its sixth straight appearance in the title game, but the Huskies fell behind 28-0 early in the third quarter.
Kevin Puryear scored 17 points, including 13 in the second half.
Marin Maric scored 12 points and posted career-highs with 14 rebounds and five blocks.
Aaric Armstead scored 17 points and had 10 rebounds to lead undefeated Northern Illinois.
Wisconsin police investigating the deaths of three people, including two juveniles, were searching Tuesday for a person of interest who is "considered armed and dangerous."
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Tuesday starts with chilly morning rain as a system passes to the south of Chicago.
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The trustees' absence meant there were not enough board members to vote on paying the insurance bill.
Carter visited Chicago numerous times during his campaign for president in 1976, as president between 1977 and 1981, and after he left office.
World leaders react to the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, who strived to improve the lives of Americans and people around the world for decades after his presidency.
After a single term in office, Jimmy Carter's decades of humanitarian work may be his most enduring legacy.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Alex Timchak and his doctors agree that anyone facing a critical health issue should get a second opinion.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
It may seem like a brave choice to launch a company making old-fashioned mechanical watches—when many wear new-fangled electronic alternatives. But the entrepreneurs' mission is bigger than just watchmaking.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Sunday night marked the last night in business for Strat's, after 38 years.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
From Taylor Swift's Era's tour to allegations against one of rap's biggest starts, here are the top entertainment stories.
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
There are plenty of opportunities to ring in the New Year in style in Chicago.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking rain and snow moving into the Chicago area.
Meteorologist David Yeomans and his wife, Izzy, are the proud parents of a baby boy born Christmas Day.
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Alex Timchak and his doctors agree that anyone facing a critical health issue should get a second opinion.
The trustees' absence meant there were not enough board members to vote on paying the insurance bill.
Insects emerged from the ground, the moon eclipsed the sun, a purse full of cereal was spotted and Chicago fell in love with a rodent-shaped hole.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Nikola Vucevic added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Bulls (15-18).
The NHL arrived at Wrigley with a crew of 300 workers on Monday, Dec. 16.
The 'Hawks also lost three of four in their season series against Dallas.
Mervis, 26, was the Cubs' No. 15 prospect entering 2024.
Ciani had nine rebounds for the Flames (9-4, 1-1 Missouri Valley Conference).
Wisconsin police investigating the deaths of three people, including two juveniles, were searching Tuesday for a person of interest who is "considered armed and dangerous."
The robberies all happened in the early morning hours Friday, Dec. 6.
In the sanctuary, every pew was filled with those who knew and loved Pegg and Mike Sangerman—whether it was for a few years or many decades.
Police said the man robbed and beat a 20-year-old man while riding a Chicago Transit Authority Red Line train between the Sox-35th and Cermak-Chinatown Red Line stops.
Three men were killed and five other people were wounded when a fight broke out on Dec. 2 at a party inside a home near 59th and Saint Louis.
