NASCAR returns to Chicagoland: How to watch, schedule, predictions for the race

NBC Chicago (Sports) 7/2 7:46A Logan Reardon

NASCAR is back at Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019. Here's everything to know for the eero 400 this weekend.

NHL free agency kicks off with flurry of Blackhawks roster moves

NBC Chicago (Sports) 7/1 7:56A James Neveau

The Chicago Blackhawks kicked their offseason into high gear when they traded for Bowen Byram, and they’re still active as NHL free agency begins.

Caleb Williams' effort to trademark his ‘Iceman' nickname hits a roadblock

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/25 8:00A NBC Chicago Staff

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was handed an off-field defeat in recent days, as he was initially denied his effort to trademark his “Iceman” nickname.

Chicago Cubs acquire left-hander David Peterson in a trade with the New York Mets

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/25 7:36A MIKE FITZPATRICK

The Chicago Cubs have patched a hole in their depleted rotation by acquiring struggling left-hander David Peterson in a trade with the New York Mets.

Dansby Swanson's RBI rampage against Mets lands him in historic company

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/25 4:06A James Neveau

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson hasn’t had the best season, but he’s currently on an all-time hot streak that’s landed him a place in team history.

Chicago Bears ‘drafted' for new movie in Hallmark's 2026 holiday lineup

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/25 4:00A Alex Dvorak

It's going to be a Bear-y holiday season this Christmas.

2 new Illinois sites make pitch to be home to Chicago Bears' new stadium in latest twist

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/24 12:52A NBC Chicago Staff

Another Chicago suburb has entered the chat.

Chicago Blackhawks legend Jonathan Toews announces retirement from NHL

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/19 6:40A James Neveau

Chicago Blackhawks legend Jonathan Toews, who won three Stanley Cup titles with the team, has announced his retirement from the NHL.

Stacey King, a 3-time NBA champion with the Bulls, dies at 59

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/7 8:46A NBC Chicago Staff

Former Chicago Bulls star and NBA broadcaster Stacey King has died at the age of 59, the team announced Sunday.

What's next for the Bears after Illinois fails to pass new stadium bill?

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/1 7:20A NBC Chicago Staff

The Chicago Bears didn't get the answer they were hoping for in Springfield over the weekend as the Illinois legislature failed to pass a bill aiming to keep the team in the state. So what's next for the team and the state?

Chicago Bears release statement after $55B Illinois budget passes without stadium bill

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/1 6:41A NBC Chicago Staff

The statement comes hours after Sunday's budget deadline of midnight, with lawmakers scrambling to find a path forward to keep the team from moving to Indiana.

Pete Crow-Armstrong silences shirtless Cardinals fans with epic home run

NBC Chicago (Sports) 5/31 7:37A NBC Chicago Staff

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hasn’t had the best season so far, but he had an epic moment in Saturday’s win over the St. Louis Cardinals.

Bears' stadium decision faces key deadline as legislative session ends Sunday. What to know

NBC Chicago (Sports) 5/30 9:29A NBC Chicago Staff

With the Illinois legislative session set to adjourn on Sunday, lawmakers are up against the clock to advance the Chicago Bears' stadium project.

Edward Cabrera placed on injured list by Cubs as injury woes continue

NBC Chicago (Sports) 5/24 7:35A James Neveau

The Chicago Cubs’ pitching staff has taken another hit as starter Edward Cabrera has landed on the 15-day injured list.

NFL Commissioner says there are 2 ‘viable' sites for Bears stadium—and neither is in Chicago

NBC Chicago (Sports) 5/20 3:42A NBC Chicago Staff

Lawmakers in Illinois have 11 days left to get a deal on the table to keep the Bears in the state.