Bill Cosby gets 3 to 10 years for 2004 sex assault

Spencer, who previously lived in New York, said Chicago gave her a greater opportunity as a woman of color to break into the bartending scene.

Samantha B. Spencer married her love of crafting cocktails and Hyde Park's Promontory Point to create a winning drink called Pears on Point. The masterpiece earned Spencer a trip to France.

Mixologist's Chicago-inspired cocktail won her a trip to France

Spencer, who previously lived in New York, said Chicago gave her a greater opportunity as a woman of color to break into the bartending scene.

Chicago Sports

No 'vindication' as Bulls brass and players tiptoe around Jimmy Butler drama

By Joe Cowley

Former Timberwolves guard and current Bull Zach LaVine called the entire Butler-Minnesota drama "tough," and Lauri Markkanen says he wasn't trolling.

No 'vindication' as Bulls brass and players tiptoe around Jimmy Butler drama

By Joe Cowley

Former Timberwolves guard and current Bull Zach LaVine called the entire Butler-Minnesota drama "tough," and Lauri Markkanen says he wasn't trolling.

Franchise growth spurt? Cubs to keep champagne on ice until bigger prize in hand

By Gordon Wittenmyer

“The goal’s to win the division,” Rizzo said. "We’re not going to be ‘tarping’ this nice locker room just for [clinching] an away wild-card game."

Franchise growth spurt? Cubs to keep champagne on ice until bigger prize in hand

By Gordon Wittenmyer

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) runs onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) ORG XMIT: RFOTK211

Are the Bears giving QB Mitch Trubisky more than he can handle?

By Patrick Finley

Bears coach Matt Nagy acknowledged Monday — after the quarterback’s worst game of the year — that they might be getting close.

Are the Bears giving QB Mitch Trubisky more than he can handle?

By Patrick Finley

Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford listens to questions after NHL hockey training camp at the MB Ice Arena, Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) ORG XMIT: ILNH101

Corey Crawford likely won't start opener; who will be Blackhawks' No. 3 goalie?

By Madeline Kenney

Do the Blackhawks go for rising prospect Collin Delia or experienced netminder Anton Forsberg to be their third-string goalie?

Corey Crawford likely won't start opener; who will be Blackhawks' No. 3 goalie?

By Madeline Kenney

New Super 25 rankings; teams to watch in Week 6; player of the week

By Sun-Times Staff

Defense continues to be the big story in high school football again this week with two of the top five scoring shutout wins.

New Super 25 rankings; teams to watch in Week 6; player of the week

By Sun-Times Staff

Crime

Women charged with dumping liquor on CTA driver hit with harsher charges

By Adam Thorp

"It sends out a message that you cannot attack us and get away with it," said bus driver who said she was also struck with a crate in the July attack.

Women charged with dumping liquor on CTA driver hit with harsher charges

By Adam Thorp

"It sends out a message that you cannot attack us and get away with it," said bus driver who said she was also struck with a crate in the July attack.

Man shot to death during Gresham drive-by attack

The 28-year-old was standing in the 7700 block of South Sangamon when someone jumped out of a dark-colored SUV and fired several shots, police said.

Man shot to death during Gresham drive-by attack

String of burglaries reported in Riverside

Four vehicles and a garage, which were either left unlocked or had their windows left open, were targeted in the spate of burglaries.

String of burglaries reported in Riverside

Troopers use opioid antidote to revive driver after Elgin crash

State troopers used the opioid overdose antidote Narcan to revive a man who crashed into a ditch Sunday in northwest suburban Elgin.

Troopers use opioid antidote to revive driver after Elgin crash

Cops: Former Orland Township employee stole nearly $60k in government funds

By Tom Schuba

Between September 2016 and the time she was fired, Michelle L. Patras allegedly stole $58,975.78 from the south suburban government.

Cops: Former Orland Township employee stole nearly $60k in government funds

By Tom Schuba

Politics

Willie Wilson accuses Preckwinkle of 'stealing credit' for bail reform

By Fran Spielman

"I call her [out for] just straight out a bald-faced blatant lie. I just say it like it is. People lie about stuff."

Willie Wilson accuses Preckwinkle of 'stealing credit' for bail reform

By Fran Spielman

"I call her [out for] just straight out a bald-faced blatant lie. I just say it like it is. People lie about stuff."

Lauren Underwood, IL-14 Democratic nominee, speaks with Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet at the Democratic National Committee summer meeting in Chicago on August 24, 2018. | Colin Boyle/Sun-Times

Illinois congressional candidate inspires flavor by Ben & Jerry's founders

By Lisa Rathke | Associated Press

The flavors will be announced on a rolling basis starting on Oct. 7.

The founders of Ben & Jerry's ice cream in Bernie Sanders' home state of Vermont are working with political action committee MoveOn to create ice cream flavors that reflect the values of seven candidates. The list includes Lauren Underwood from Illinois.

Illinois congressional candidate inspires flavor by Ben & Jerry's founders

By Lisa Rathke | Associated Press

Brett Kavanaugh, with his wife Ashley Estes Kavanaugh, answers questions during a FOX News interview, Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, in Washington, about allegations of sexual misconduct against the Supreme Court nominee. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) ORG XMIT: DCJM108

Brett Kavanaugh tells Fox News: 'I’ve never sexually assaulted anyone'

By Kevin Freking, Alan Fram and Lisa Mascaro | AP

Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh said Monday that he’s never sexually assaulted anyone and that he was a virgin during his high school years.

Kavanaugh told Fox News in an interview broadcast Monday night that he has “always treated women with dignity and respect.” He said he is “looking for a fair process, a process where I can defend my integrity and clear my name. And all I’m asking for is fairness and that I’d be heard.”

Brett Kavanaugh tells Fox News: 'I’ve never sexually assaulted anyone'

By Kevin Freking, Alan Fram and Lisa Mascaro | AP

Sec. of State Jesse White at Eckhart Park, 1330 W. Chicago. Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017 Brian Jackson/ For the Sun-Times

Fellow Democrats rap Jesse White for automatic voter registration holdup

"The bottom line is we just ask a little patience of the groups," a spokesman for White said. "We share their goals, and we will be implementing it."

Three Democratic state representatives joined voting rights advocates Monday to criticize Secretary of State Jesse White for failing to implement automatic voter registration in time for the November election — but the critics and White disagreed on whether the matter will wind up in court.

Fellow Democrats rap Jesse White for automatic voter registration holdup

FILE - In this June 6, 2018, file photo Stanford law professor Michele Dauber poses for a portrait on Stanford University's campus in Stanford, Calif. Dauber, who spearheaded a California judge's recall over his handling of a sexual assault case, is launching a political action committee to target politicians who commit or ignore sexual misconduct. Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, Dauber, launched a PAC to target politicians across the country who don't take violence against women seriously or who have committed sexual misconduct themselves. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

PAC targets politicians it says act against women's interest

By Christina A. Cassidy | Associated Press

The political action committee is trying to raise at least $250,000 to target a handful of candidates in this year's midterms, all Republicans.

The Enough is Enough Voter Project will raise money to campaign against candidates for state legislature or Congress. It will target those who have been accused of sexual misconduct or who the group believes have a poor voting record on issues related to sexual harassment and violence against women.

PAC targets politicians it says act against women's interest

By Christina A. Cassidy | Associated Press

Obituaries

Gus G. Boznos, a founder of Par-King, dubbed Taj Mahal of mini-golf, dies at 92

One patron said Gus Boznos' Par-King mini-golf was where "I can see Lady Liberty, Mount Rushmore and a weird psychedelic pumpkin all before curfew.”

Gus G. Boznos, a founder of Par-King, dubbed Taj Mahal of mini-golf, dies at 92

One patron said Gus Boznos' Par-King mini-golf was where "I can see Lady Liberty, Mount Rushmore and a weird psychedelic pumpkin all before curfew.”

Laverne Burnett, a link to early days of Harold’s Chicken chain, has died at 83

Laverne Burnett owned the most Harold's Chicken shacks. "He’s been in business longer and has more stores,” said CEO Kristen Pierce-Sherrod.

Harold's Chicken restaurateur Laverne Burnett “was a successful businessman in the Englewood community and he provided a lot of jobs,” said his daughter Geraldine.

Laverne Burnett, a link to early days of Harold’s Chicken chain, has died at 83

No, Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Mayer were not photographed in a museum. They are pictured in one of five galleries of their Winnetka home that contain their large art collection.

Beatrice “Buddy” Cummings Mayer, philanthropist and art collector, dies at 97

Buddy Mayer and her husband Robert "collected boldly, learning from dealers, but trusting their instincts,” said their family art curator Marla Hand.

Beatrice “Buddy” Cummings Mayer, philanthropist and art collector, dies at 97

Bud Gillespie, exec who took idyllic teenage road trip with Kurt Vonnegut, dies

Bud Gillespie's teenage journey with friends Kurt Vonnegut and George Jeffrey "was pretty formative for Vonnegut,” biographer Ginger Strand says.

Bud Gillespie's teenage journey with friends Kurt Vonnegut and George Jeffrey "was pretty formative for Vonnegut,” said Ginger Strand, author of "The Brothers Vonnegut.” "

Bud Gillespie, exec who took idyllic teenage road trip with Kurt Vonnegut, dies

Lorraine H. Morton dies; Evanston's first black mayor and longest-serving mayor

Evanston Mayor Lorraine Morton "had an incredible ability to bring people together, and we all loved her,” said her successor, Elizabeth Tisdahl.

Lorraine H. Morton dies; Evanston's first black mayor and longest-serving mayor