Saving Fred Hampton's boyhood home in Maywood an uphill battle, records show

Down two starters in Lauri Markkanen and Kris Dunn, and with Jabari Parker in a bench role, the Bulls were run out of the gym by the 76ers 127-108.

The Bulls were undermanned and overwhelmed in season opener in Philadelphia

Down two starters in Lauri Markkanen and Kris Dunn, and with Jabari Parker in a bench role, the Bulls were run out of the gym by the 76ers 127-108.

The Bulls' Jabari Parker is either settled in with his new role or a good liar

One week after expressing obvious disappointment over going from starter to bench, Parker is now singing a different tune with the season starting.

The Bulls' Jabari Parker is either settled in with his new role or a good liar

The thrill of defeat? Blackhawks fall 4-1 to Coyotes in Corey Crawford's return

In all, Crawford saved 27 of the 30 shots he faced. On a subpar night for many of his teammates, he was one of the bright spots.

The thrill of defeat? Blackhawks fall 4-1 to Coyotes in Corey Crawford's return

CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 19: Brandon Saad #20 of the Chicago Blackhawks watches from the bench as his teammates take on the Los Angeles Kings at the United Center on February 19, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 775041426

Blackhawks' Brandon Saad spared the indignity of a rare healthy scratch

Saad has zero goals and two assists on a team that has scored 23 times in six games.

Blackhawks' Brandon Saad spared the indignity of a rare healthy scratch

Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) hydrates on the field, before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) ORG XMIT: OTK

Khalil Mack ankle injury 2018: Bears star sits out second straight practice

By Patrick Finley

For the second straight day, Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack missed practice with a right-ankle injury.

For the second-straight day, Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack missed practice with a right ankle injury Thursday.

Khalil Mack ankle injury 2018: Bears star sits out second straight practice

By Patrick Finley

Crime

5 arrested after Edgewater carjacking leads to police chase down LSD

The five were arrested early Thursday after a police chase that began in Edgewater and ended near the Oakland neighborhood.

5 arrested after Edgewater carjacking leads to police chase down LSD

The five were arrested early Thursday after a police chase that began in Edgewater and ended near the Oakland neighborhood.

Police investigate a shooting about 11 p.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2018 in the 7800 block of South Halsted Avenue. in Chicago. | Justin Jackson/ Sun-Times

Wednesday shootings leave 4 wounded, 1 dead

By Sun-Times Wire

The gun violence lasted from about 1:30 a.m. to 10:20 p.m. and began with the day's only reported gun homicide.

Wednesday shootings leave 4 wounded, 1 dead

By Sun-Times Wire

CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 01: A woman walks past the City of Chicago Public Safety Headquarters on December 1, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. Following public outcry over the way police handled the shooting death of Laquan McDonald by Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke, Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced he had fired Chicago Police Superintendant Garry McCarthy. McCarthy, Emanuel and Cook County States Attorney Anita Alvarez have been accused of trying to cover up the shooting. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 594422627

Chicago cop charged with DUI while on duty

His blood alcohol concentration was revealed to be at .139, surpassing the .08 limit of needed to legally drive a vehicle.

Chicago cop charged with DUI while on duty

Minivan sought in fatal Englewood hit-and-run

Connie Mangrum, 52, and a 19-year-old man were standing on a sidewalk when a silver-colored minivan struck them and continued driving.

Minivan sought in fatal Englewood hit-and-run

Police investigate a shooting about 10:30 p.m. Thursday, October 18, 2018 in the 6100 block of South Indiana Avenue in Chicago. | Justin Jackson/ Sun-Times

Woman grazed by bullet in Washington Park

At least 17 evidence markers were placed next to shell casings at the scene of the shooting.

Woman grazed by bullet in Washington Park

Politics

Honduran migrants walk toward the U.S. as they make their way through Chiquimula, Guatemala, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018. U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Tuesday to cut aid to Honduras if it doesn't stop the impromptu caravan of migrants, but it remains unclear if governments in the region can summon the political will to physically halt the determined border-crossers. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo)

Trump threatens to close Mexican border over migrant caravan

By Associated Press

President Donald Trump saying that if Mexico does not stop the effort, he will use the military to "close our southern border."

Trump threatens to close Mexican border over migrant caravan

By Associated Press

President Donald Trump saying that if Mexico does not stop the effort, he will use the military to "close our southern border."

Rep. Juliana Stratton looks on as gubernatorial candidate JB Pritzker announces Stratton as his running mate at Sherwood Park on August 10, 2017. | Max Herman/For the Sun-Times.

Lawsuit rips open racial wound for Pritzker — but he insists charges ‘not true'

By Tina Sfondeles

The federal lawsuit offers a very blunt account of working for the campaign — beginning with: "JB Pritzker for Governor has a race problem."

The lawsuit offers a very blunt account of working for the campaign — beginning with "JB Pritzker for Governor has a race problem." Pritzker's running mate State Rep. Juliana Stratton called the suit "baseless." Gov. Bruce Rauner told reporters Wednesday morning the allegations are "troubling."

Lawsuit rips open racial wound for Pritzker — but he insists charges ‘not true'

By Tina Sfondeles

Cook County Criminal Courts, 2601 S. California Blvd., Wednesday, January 25, 2012. | John H. White~Chicago Sun-Times.

These Cook County judges seeking re-election win plaudits for exceptional work

By Rachel Kim, Abigail Bazin and Olivia Stovicek | Injustice Watch

Some Cook County judges seeking retention in November stand out for the excellent reputations they have earned for their work on the bench.

These Cook County judges seeking re-election win plaudits for exceptional work

By Rachel Kim, Abigail Bazin and Olivia Stovicek | Injustice Watch

Melissa Conyears, 10th IL House candidate. | Santiago Covarrubias/Sun-Times

Alderman's wife works City Council floor to build support for city treasurer bid

By Fran Spielman

Melissa Conyears-Ervin, wife of Ald. Jason Ervin, broke a seldom-enforced rule that only former aldermen are allowed on the City Council floor.

Melissa Conyears-Ervin, whose husband is Ald. Jason Ervin (28th), bristled at suggestions she is trying to ride into the city treasurer's job on her husband’s political coattails. “I actually have my masters in business administration and finance. I’ve spent my entire career in corporate America."

Alderman's wife works City Council floor to build support for city treasurer bid

By Fran Spielman

FILE - In this April 6, 2017, file photo, JB Pritzker, a billionaire businessman, speaks with the media after announcing his run for Illinois governor in Chicago. FBI wiretaps from a 2008 investigation of then-Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich recorded current Democratic candidate for governor, J.B. Pritzker, speaking to Blagojevich about a state job appointment. The Chicago Tribune posted the previously unreleased recordings Wednesday, May 31. (Max Herman /Chicago Sun-Times via AP, File) ORG XMIT: ILCHS202

Political daybook in Illinois and Chicago on Oct. 18

This political daybook from the newsroom of the Sun-Times offers a rundown of events featuring key players in the 2018 midterm elections on Nov. 6.

Political daybook in Illinois and Chicago on Oct. 18

Obituaries

Don Sandburg, last surviving member of original ‘Bozo’s Circus’ cast, dies at 87

Amid all of the hijinks on screen, Don Sandburg, who played Sandy the Clown, also produced and wrote classic skits seen on “Bozo’s Circus.”

Don Sandburg, last surviving member of original ‘Bozo’s Circus’ cast, dies at 87

Amid all of the hijinks on screen, Don Sandburg, who played Sandy the Clown, also produced and wrote classic skits seen on “Bozo’s Circus.”

Marshall Bennett helped develop the industrial real estate market in Chicago

By Mitch Dudek

Marshall Bennett's work in modern industrial parks can be seen around O'Hare International Airport, throughout Chicago and around the country.

Marshall Bennett helped develop the industrial real estate market in Chicago

By Mitch Dudek

Warner Saunders — 'towering figure in broadcast in Chicago' — dies at 83

By Sun-Times Staff

Saunders collapsed Tuesday night in Chicago, according to the station. He was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Warner Saunders — 'towering figure in broadcast in Chicago' — dies at 83

By Sun-Times Staff

Architect Peter Roesch dies, was among last living students of Mies van der Rohe

Peter Roesch “was one of the important links between the Bauhaus of Mies and contemporary Chicago architecture,” fellow architect John Ronan said

Architect Peter Roesch dies, was among last living students of Mies van der Rohe

10-20-99 Press conference to reveal multi-million dollar contribution to Millennium Park for a major art installation and central plaza. John H. Bryan, Chairman and CEO of Sara Lee and co-chairman of Millennium Park Campaign talks with reporters. Photo by Rich Hein, Sun-Times, neg # 99-10-361

John H. Bryan Jr., renowned Chicago philanthropist, longtime Sara Lee CEO, dies