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White Sox

How is White Sox hitting coach doing? Marcus Thames is trying to stay positive, which is no small task

Their struggling lineup is biggest reason for Sox’ atrocious start.

By Daryl Van Schouwen

White Sox

Andrew Benintendi's struggles at center of 3-21 White Sox woes

White Sox hit two homers but Crochet allows five runs in 6-3 loss.

By Daryl Van Schouwen

Chicago Sky and WNBA

Sky rookie Angel Reese's star power already being felt in Chicago

Reese’s jersey sold out on the online WNBA store within days of her being drafted by the Sky with the No. 7 overall pick.

By Annie Costabile

Crime

Southwest Side man charged with luring 14-year-old girl walking home from school

Arley Carrillo Mendez, 39, is charged with one felony count of child abduction and luring of a minor after he followed a girl Monday afternoon in the 5000 block of South Long Avenue.

By Sun-Times Wire

Media members enter the NFL Draft theater Wednesday in Detroit, where workers continue to set up for the event Thursday.

Sports Media

ESPN, NFL Network will put Bears at center stage for NFL Draft broadcasts

The traditional TV broadcasts will be heavy on the Bears, who own the first and ninth picks of the first round. They’ll be on the clock at 7 p.m.

By Jeff Agrest