Lucas Durden

Guest Writer

lucas.durden@chicagomorningstar.com

Could Caleb Wilson be the Bulls’ next cornerstone?

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson is drawing increasing attention as one of the premier…

1 week ago

Bulls hire Tiago Splitter as new head coach

The Chicago Bulls have reportedly found their next head coach, turning to former NBA player and rising coaching prospect Tiago…

2 weeks ago

Bears stadium bill stalls in Illinois House

Illinois lawmakers ended the 2026 spring legislative session without approving a proposal that could have strengthened the state’s effort to…

4 weeks ago

Consumer confidence slips as inflation bites

Americans are becoming more cautious with their spending as inflation and elevated fuel prices continue to pressure household budgets, even…

1 month ago

Pritzker criticizes Johnson over Bears stadium

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker publicly criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on May 27 over the administration’s handling of efforts to…

1 month ago

Brewers eye NL Central lead against Cubs

The Milwaukee Brewers will have an opportunity to climb into first place in the National League Central when they continue…

1 month ago

Trump says China to order 200 Boeing jets

Boeing could secure its largest Chinese aircraft deal in years after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that China plans to…

1 month ago

Red Bulls hand Fire second straight home loss

The New York Red Bulls ended a lengthy winless stretch Saturday night, defeating the Chicago Fire 3-1 and handing Chicago…

2 months ago

O’Hare expansion begins with Concourse D milestone

Chicago has taken a major step toward transforming O’Hare International Airport, marking the start of construction on Concourse D —…

2 months ago

Swanson homer lifts Cubs past Phillies

Dansby Swanson delivered the decisive blow as the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak with a 5-1 victory over the…

2 months ago

United flight diverted after security scare

A United Airlines flight traveling from Chicago to New York City was diverted to Pittsburgh on Saturday after officials described…

2 months ago

Chicago taxi fares set to rise after decade

Chicago is poised to raise taxi fares for the first time in a decade, as city officials move to address…

3 months ago

Utah eyes sweep of road trip vs struggling Canucks

The Utah Mammoth is closing in on a playoff berth and will look to complete a dominant road trip when…

3 months ago

Chicago Fire FC Names JP Group Official Realtor

Chicago Fire FC announced March 13 that JP Group has been named the club’s official realtor, a partnership aimed at…

4 months ago

Scheifele Lifts Jets Past Blackhawks in OT

Mark Scheifele delivered the decisive goal with 2:54 remaining in overtime as the Winnipeg Jets rallied for a 3–2 victory…

4 months ago

Chicago Fire Opens Preseason With Win Over Galaxy

Chicago Fire FC opened its 2026 preseason with a 3-2 victory over LA Galaxy on Sunday afternoon at the Empire…

5 months ago

Chicago Council Targets ICE Ties Amid Fiscal Strain

Chicago continues to face mounting financial and public safety challenges, including persistent budget deficits, growing pension obligations, population decline, and…

5 months ago

Simons Focused on Court as Celtics Host Blazers

Despite persistent trade speculation surrounding Anfernee Simons, the guard continues to make his presence felt on the floor for the…

5 months ago

Chicago Small Businesses Enter 2026 With Cautious Outlook

As 2026 begins, small businesses across Chicagoland are adjusting expectations after a year defined by economic uncertainty, according to new…

6 months ago

Mammoth Seek Wild-Card Push vs. Blues in Salt Lake

The Utah Mammoth will try to move back into playoff position Friday night when they host the St. Louis Blues…

6 months ago

Chicago Fire, Versiti Partner for Community Blood Drive

Chicago Fire FC and the Versiti Blood Center of Illinois are partnering to host the Fire Up Blood Drive, a…

7 months ago

Starbucks Strike Expands as Workers Press for Contract

Thousands of baristas at nearly 100 Starbucks locations are on strike this holiday season, picketing for a contract in what…

7 months ago

Avalanche Edge Blackhawks 1–0; NHL Sunday Roundup

Cale Makar scored in the second period, and Scott Wedgewood delivered a 22-save shutout as the visiting Colorado Avalanche edged…

7 months ago

Chicago Hounds Extend Captain Lucas Rumball’s Contract

The Chicago Hounds have extended the contract of team captain Lucas Rumball for one more year, the club announced Thursday.…

8 months ago

Flight Delays Deepen Nationwide Amid Ongoing Shutdown

Flight disruptions are worsening across the United States as the federal government shutdown enters its second month, further straining an…

8 months ago

Chicago Figures Remembered: Births and Legacies

This week in Chicago history highlights the lives and contributions of several notable figures whose work shaped the city’s political,…

8 months ago

Chicago’s Warehouse Market Shows Resilient Growth

Chicago’s warehouse leasing sector is undergoing a strategic transformation, as developers, manufacturers, and logistics firms rethink how industrial space is…

8 months ago

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