Shaw Media journalists win 19 awards in Northern Illinois Newspaper Association contest
Shaw Media journalists earned 19 awards for excellence in reporting, photography and sports coverage Thursday night at the Northern Illinois Newspaper Association’s annual awards competition.
Milledgeville’s undefeated 1973 football team set for Hall of Fame induction
The 1973 Milledgeville football team finished the season 9-0, one year before the IHSA playoffs began. The team will be induced into the Northwest Illinois Sports and Milledgeville Hall of Fame this weekend.
Michigan State football grades vs Illinois as injuries sap defense
Free Press sports writer Chris Solari grades Michigan State football after the Spartans’ 38-37 overtime loss to Illinois on Saturday.
Michigan State football predictions vs Illinois in Big Ten Week 6
Five Free Press sports writers sound off on Michigan State football's Week 6 matchup against Illinois on Saturday, Oct. 10.
Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year
From Capitol News Illinois: Sports wagering has been driven by high-risk, high-reward parlay bets. The data shows that bettors in Illinois lost over $875 million on parlay bets alone, accounting for over 60% of total losses.
Coal City soccer, volleyball earn Illinois Central Eight wins: Thursday’s Herald News sports roundup.
Averie Hodgen and Alivia Waliczek combined for 24 service winners in Coal City's Illinois Central Eight win. Plus more scores in Thursday's Herald News Sports roundup.
Rate Field owners say 'main priority' is keeping White Sox from moving, as Bridgeport residents air concerns
Illinois Sports Facilities Authority Chair Leslie Darling said board members haven't met with Amtrak about its plan for a 24/7 maintenance facility in the Bridgeport neighborhood.
Where to find game day specials as the Bears kick off the 2026 NFL season Sept. 13
While sports bar across northern Illinois will have the game on their TVs, here’s a list of local bars that are perfect for watching Sunday's Bears with fellow fans in a festive atmosphere
How EA Sports' 'College Football 27' Predicts Illinois’ 2026 Season
A popular, true-to-life college football video game projects an interesting 2026 campaign for the Illini
Brad Underwood Names Illinois Freshman Summer Standouts - Including a 'Big Surprise'
CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein hosted Brad Underwood for an interview, and the Illini coach revealed key first-year standouts from the summer