2016 NFL quarterback power rankings, Week 15
Aaron Rodgers is on the way up, and Dak Prescott could be on the way out
The Coyotes and Leafs couldn't stop hitting the post in overtime
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Richard Sherman on sideline tirade: We've seen how goal-line passes work out
Sherman will never forget that Super Bowl loss to the Patriots
Every NBA team's X-factor
Maybe not the best player, but the most important …
72 days until Daytona: Remembering Benny Parsons' legacy
With 72 days until the Daytona 500, let’s take a moment to remember Benny Parsons.
Rangers SS says marriage proposal was more nerve-racking than World Series
Elvis Andrus will add at least one ring in 2017
Gas leak causes Chicago-area home explosion, fire; 2 hurt
HOMER GLEN, Ill. (AP) — Authorities say a home explosion and large fire caused by a natural gas leak injured two people in suburban Chicago and prompted the evacuation of area residents.
Chicago FBI increases reward in search for ‘Midday Bandit’
CHICAGO (AP) — The FBI is seeking information leading to the arrest of a bank robber called the Midday Bandit and has increased a reward to $25,000.
NFL Quick Hits: Waiting on A.J. Green, Julio Jones
In fantasy football news, Green has been practicing, while Jones will “push it” Friday
Chicago Bears won't be fooled by Aaron Rodgers 'injury'
It’s going to be uncomfortably cold in Chicago on Sunday
Former Northern Illinois U police officer acquitted of rape
SYCAMORE, Ill. (AP) — A jury has acquitted a former Northern Illinois University police officer charged with raping a student in 2011.
Illinois jobless rate remains steady in November
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois officials say the state’s unemployment rate in November remained at 5.6 percent.
Jury awards ex-Chicago gang member $22 million in damages
CHICAGO (AP) — A federal jury has awarded a former Chicago street gang member $22 million after he claimed two city police officers framed him for a 1984 double murder.
Illinois governor signs law giving IDs to released inmates
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has signed legislation ensuring that people released from prison receive a valid state identification card before departing.
Illinois inmate again denied parole in 1960 triple homicide
PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. (AP) — A 77-year-old Illinois inmate sentenced to life in prison more than five decades ago in the killings of three suburban Chicago women has been denied parole again.
The 10 best remaining MLB free agents and their best fits
Plenty of valuable players are available, and their prices might even be dropping
Moffitt, Sullivan awarded with state farm bureau honors
Two outgoing legislators that have been voices for agriculture in the state of Illinois were honored recently for their service.
Retired teacher pens a novel three decades in the making
Jim Jacobs decided he wanted to a write a novel before he left this earth, and nearly 30 years after he started the book is done.
The one big change that could get Dak Prescott back on track
Why are the Cowboys still running the Tony Romo playbook?
Jared Goff in concussion protocol after hard hit from Richard Sherman
No free pass to the end zone for the rookie