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Defendants in mob-linked gambling case are discussing plea deals, feds say
Defendants in mob-linked gambling case are discussing plea deals, feds say
Multiple defendants charged in connection with the mob-linked gambling case that ensnared current and former NBA stars are discussing plea deals, per court documents.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Defendants in mob-linked gambling case are discussing plea deals, feds say
What to know for Sunday's WNBA draft lottery: Teams, odds, how to watch, more
The 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery is on Sunday. Here are the teams, odds, how to watch and more to know
Five teams are in contention for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:17 AM
What to know for Sunday's WNBA draft lottery: Teams, odds, how to watch, more
Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season
Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare
Travis Kelce will decide on retirement after the season, aiming to give the Chiefs time to prepare for their future.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season
Illinois, Bielema head back up to Wisconsin and — whoa — how the tables have turned
Illinois, Bielema head back up to Wisconsin and — whoa — how the tables have turned
It’s still kind of crazy to see the Illini favored by a touchdown-plus on the road against the Badgers. But the gap between these teams is real and only growing.
chicago.suntimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Illinois, Bielema head back up to Wisconsin and — whoa — how the tables have turned
Bears will be without all 3 starting linebackers against the Steelers on Sunday
Bears will be without all 3 starting linebackers against the Steelers on Sunday
The Bears won't have any of their starting linebackers on the field on Sunday when they host the Steelers, who have yet to reveal if quarterback Aaron Rodgers will be under center.
www.cbsnews.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Bears will be without all 3 starting linebackers against the Steelers on Sunday
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond
Maroa-Forsyth football is a well-established program seeking its 12th state title game appearance, while ALAH is looking for its first championship appearance in school history.
herald-review.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond
'It's a balancing act': How Brad Underwood approached building Illini's Class of 2026
'It's a balancing act': How Brad Underwood approached building Illini's Class of 2026
Three prospects signed with Illinois during the early signing period for a class that ranks No. 21 nationally
247sports.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:47 PM
'It's a balancing act': How Brad Underwood approached building Illini's Class of 2026
Stewart joins the prestigious 300-win club
Stewart joins the prestigious 300-win club
One of the premier girls basketball programs in Southern Illinois is the Harrisburg Bulldogs, and the architect of that success is head coach Jake Stewart.
thesouthern.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Stewart joins the prestigious 300-win club
Hornettes, Rams nab first wins of new season
Hornettes, Rams nab first wins of new season
NASHVILLE — There was no championship hangover for the Nashville Hornettes in their first game of the season as they rolled to a 72-17 win over Centralia Thursday night.
thesouthern.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Hornettes, Rams nab first wins of new season
The 17 Bridges Illinois Bettors Can Take to Use Missouri Sports Betting Apps and Avoid Per-Bet Fees
The 17 Bridges Illinois Bettors Can Take to Use Missouri Sports Betting Apps and Avoid Per-Bet Fees
Missouri sports betting apps won't have the same per-bet fees they do in Illinois, so here's how to cross the border and avoid them.
www.sportsbettingdime.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The 17 Bridges Illinois Bettors Can Take to Use Missouri Sports Betting Apps and Avoid Per-Bet Fees
Longtime Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco named new Liberty coach: Report
Longtime Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco named new Liberty coach: Report
Longtime Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco reportedly is leaving Golden State after landing the New York Liberty head coaching gig.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Longtime Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco named new Liberty coach: Report
Giants QB Jaxson Dart remains in concussion protocol and won't play vs. Lions
Giants QB Jaxson Dart remains in concussion protocol and won't play vs. Lions
The Giants will turn to veteran backup Jameis Winston once again when they visit the Lions, as rookie QB Jaxson Dart is still in concussion protocol.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Giants QB Jaxson Dart remains in concussion protocol and won't play vs. Lions
Premier League to introduce spending cap from next season
Premier League to introduce spending cap from next season
Premier League teams have agreed to introduce spending caps in England’s top flight from next season.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Premier League to introduce spending cap from next season
A Midwest Quest: Searching for NL Central's next champion in MLB's tilting geography
A Midwest Quest: Searching for NL Central's next champion in MLB's tilting geography - Best Podcast in Baseball
Published on Nov 21, 2025, 10:32:21 AM
Total time: 01:08:31
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November 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
A Midwest Quest: Searching for NL Central's next champion in MLB's tilting geography
Krackomberger knows sports wagering, and he knows that most shouldn’t do it
Krackomberger knows sports wagering, and he knows that most shouldn’t do it
Bet on it: Well-respected professional bettor rues the repeal of the Bradley Act
chicago.suntimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Krackomberger knows sports wagering, and he knows that most shouldn’t do it
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Maroa-Forsyth
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Maroa-Forsyth
Maroa-Forsyth football is a well-established program seeking its 12th state title game appearance, while ALAH is looking for its first championship appearance in school history.
herald-review.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Meet the IHSA football 2A semifinal contender: Maroa-Forsyth
2025-26 TRAC West Boys Basketball Coaches Poll & Preview: Orion Picked As Favorite
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November 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
2025-26 TRAC West Boys Basketball Coaches Poll & Preview: Orion Picked As Favorite
Jaxson Davis is a top-100 prospect. But the ‘best player on the court’ wants Warren to be the best too.
Jaxson Davis is a top-100 prospect. But the ‘best player on the court’ wants Warren to be the best too.
Junior guard Jaxson Davis, the first sophomore to win Mr. Basketball of Illinois and a consensus top-100 prospect, already led Warren to the state final.
www.chicagotribune.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Jaxson Davis is a top-100 prospect. But the ‘best player on the court’ wants Warren to be the best too.
NDSU commit Colin Stack already towers over Benet’s opponents. Can the 7-foot-1 center reach new heights?
NDSU commit Colin Stack already towers over Benet’s opponents. Can the 7-foot-1 center reach new heights?
Colin Stack, whose cousin Frank Kaminsky also starred for Benet, wants to win another state title.
www.chicagotribune.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
NDSU commit Colin Stack already towers over Benet’s opponents. Can the 7-foot-1 center reach new heights?
This college wants more students at a big football game. It's offering free beer
This college wants more students at a big football game. It's offering free beer
Trying to boost student attendance at a key college football matchup, one school has landed on an unusual promotion: free beer.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
This college wants more students at a big football game. It's offering free beer
New Athens establishes early lead to overpower Metro East Lutheran Girls
New Athens establishes early lead to overpower Metro East Lutheran Girls
New Athens crushed Metro East Lutheran 56-21 in Dupo Cat Classic with Brooke Deterding scoring 26 points and Alexa Stock leading Lutheran with 9.
www.riverbender.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM
New Athens establishes early lead to overpower Metro East Lutheran Girls
The Titans Gear Up for Another Season Under Chuck Grant
The Titans Gear Up for Another Season Under Chuck Grant | Prairie Communications, LLC
The Monmouth Roseville Titans basketball squad enters their second season under returning head coach Chuck Grant. The Titans finished last season with a
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November 21, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The Titans Gear Up for Another Season Under Chuck Grant
A family invited their NBA son to dinner. The whole team showed up
A family invited their NBA son to dinner. The whole team showed up
What do you feed a dozen NBA players? Twenty-five pounds of chicken fajitas.
www.nbcchicago.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:32 PM
A family invited their NBA son to dinner. The whole team showed up
Play It Again Sports Roundup - Thursday, Nov. 21, 2025
Play It Again Sports Roundup - Thursday, Nov. 21, 2025
Thursday girls basketball roundup features Jersey, Calhoun-Brussels, Athens, McGivney, Mt. Vernon, Granite City, and Mascoutah in Illinois high school tournaments.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Play It Again Sports Roundup - Thursday, Nov. 21, 2025
Play It Again Sports Scoreboard - Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025
Play It Again Sports Scoreboard - Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025
Thursday Nov. 20 sports scores: Girls basketball, MVCHA hockey, NFL Texans, NCAA basketball, NBA Magic, NHL Flyers and more detailed results.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Play It Again Sports Scoreboard - Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025