What’s New

Three killed — including two 14-year-old boys — and 11 wounded by gunfire in Chicago Wednesday

more-arrownoyes

Movies and TV
Movie Review Archive
Murals and Mosaics
Food and Restaurants

View Classified Ads
Place a Classified Ad
View Small Business Ad
Place Small Business Ad
Find a Job
Post a Job Opening
View Legal Notices
Place a Legal Notice
View Obituaries
Place an Obituary
Celebrations

Chicago Enterprise
Hardest-Working Voices
Consumer Affairs
Home
Drive
Working

Chicago police work the scene where a 14-year-old boy was shot and killed in the 2200 block of W. Adams St. on the Near West Side, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2021. | Tyler LaRiviere/Sun-TimesTyler LaRiviere/Sun-Times

Three people people were killed — including two 14-year-old boys — and 11 other people were wounded by gunfire in Chicago Wednesday.

One of the boys, Javion Ivy, was outside in the 2200 block of West Adams Street when someone shot him in the abdomen, police said. He was pronounced dead at Stroger Hospital.
The other boy was standing on the sidewalk in the 1400 block of South 73rd Street in Englewood when someone in a passing dark-colored car opened fire, police said. He was struck in the head and transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where he later died.
A woman was shot to death Wednesday night, also in Englewood. The 29-year-old was sitting in a parked car in the 7400 block of South Vincennes Avenue when two people approached and opened fire about 7 p.m., police said. She was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.
Four people were wounded in a shooting in Parkway Gardens on the South Side around 11:40 a.m. A group of people were on a sidewalk in the 6300 block of South King Drive when someone wearing a red jogging suit approached and started firing, police said. A 73-year-old man was shot in the leg and a 51-year-old woman was struck in the back, police said. Both were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition. A male whose age was not immediately known suffered a gunshot wound to his arm, police said. He was taken to the same hospital. Later, a 46-year-old man showed up at the University of Chicago Medical Center with a gunshot wound to his leg. His condition was stabilized.
Three people were wounded in Little Village on the Southwest Side. Just before 2 p.m., two boys, both 17, and a man, 68, were in the 4000 block of 26th Street when a dark-colored car pulled up and someone inside opened fire, police said. One teen was struck in the shoulder and leg and taken to Stroger Hospital, police said. The other teen suffered a graze wound to the abdomen and was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, police said. The man was struck in the left knee and taken to the same hospital. All three victims were listed in good condition.

At least three other people were wounded in shootings across Chicago Wednesday.

Five people were shot, one fatally, Tuesday in Chicago.

After three years together, he takes therapist’s advice to focus on recovery on his own.

By Abigail Van Buren

Adam Sandler can’t be bothered to do animated saga’s frenetic finale, so why should we bother watching it?

By Lindsey Bahr | Associated Press Film Writer

The woman walked into the street about 8 p.m. in the 6800 block of South Stony Island Avenue when she was struck by a 64-year-old man driving an SUV.

By Sun-Times Wire

Zach LaVine needs to take some more steps in his climb toward stardom, coach Billy Donovan says, but there’s no questioning his pursuit of winning. The hope is the loss to the Nets will be another lesson LaVine and his teammates can learn from.

By Joe Cowley

By Georgia Nicols

Filming was similarly suspended Jan. 5 on sister series “Chicago Fire.”

By Miriam Di Nunzio

Read More

Three killed — including two 14-year-old boys — and 11 wounded by gunfire in Chicago Wednesday Read More »

Lukas Reichel is on his way to the Chicago BlackhawksVincent Pariseon January 13, 2022 at 12:00 pm

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 01: Lukas Reichel #27 of the Chicago Blackhawks looks to pass against the St. Louis Blues during a preseason game at the United Center on October 01, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

The Chicago Blackhawks are set to play the Montreal Canadiens tonight. They are on a two-game winning streak after defeating both the Vegas Golden Knights and Columbus Blue Jackets. That came after a very embarrassing loss to the Arizona Coyotes who are one of the two worst teams in the National Hockey League.

The team competing with the Coyotes for that distinction of the worst is the Montreal Canadiens. Ironically, as mentioned before, the Habs are in Chicago to take on the Hawks. Chicago is better than them in every way right now but they have to go out there and prove it.

Unfortunately, with a record of 13-16-5, they sit 10 points out of a playoff spot in the Western Conference. They have no chance of making it to the postseason this year. They are going to sell off any unrestricted free agents and continue to build toward the future.

Speaking of the future, their top prospect Lulas Reichel is very promising. He was selected by the Hawks with the 17th pick of the first round in the 2020 NHL Draft. Playing with the Rockford Ice Hogs this season, he has 11 goals and 9 assists for 20 points in 20 games.

The Blackhawks have recalled forward Lukas Reichel from the @goicehogs and assigned him to the taxi squad ? pic.twitter.com/woN7tyD8r5

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) January 12, 2022

Lukas Reichel will make his NHL debut tomorrow vs. Canadiens, Derek King says.

— Ben Pope (@BenPopeCST) January 12, 2022

Lukas Reichel is going to be a great player for the Chicago Blackhawks.

It is very hard to be a point per game player in the AHL just like it is in the NHL. For Reichel, it is even more impressive because of the fact that he is still 19 years old and won’t turn 20 until May. He has a very bright future if he keeps up this trajectory.

The Blackhawks confirmed that he has been called up from the Rockford Ice Hogs. He is going to make his NHL debut tonight against the Montreal Canadiens. They didn’t call him up to use him in a depth role or have him sitting on the Taxi Squad for longer than a day.

This is an exciting moment for Reichel and for Blackhawks fans. However, don’t expect him to stick with the team for very long. It would be pointless to burn an entire year of his NHL entry-level deal. After nine games, letting him get to ten would be a waste. This team isn’t going anywhere and it would be better to retain him for as long as they can.

The Blackhawks are in trouble as the future doesn’t appear to be as bright as some may think. With that said, there are some really good young players to consider a part of the future core. The Blackhawks want Reichel to be a part of that. We can only hope that he is.

Related Story:The Blackhawks could consider a trade for Jake DeBrusk

Read More

Lukas Reichel is on his way to the Chicago BlackhawksVincent Pariseon January 13, 2022 at 12:00 pm Read More »

Harden on blowout of Bulls: ‘We’re that good’on January 13, 2022 at 12:01 pm

3:04 AM ET


print

CHICAGO — The Brooklyn Nets left no doubt about just how good they can be when Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden are playing together in Wednesday night’s 138-112 demolition of the Eastern Conference-leading Chicago Bulls.

“We’re that good,” Harden said, when asked whether he was surprised at how quickly the trio’s chemistry has come together. “We got a chance to be that good. We just haven’t had enough of it. I think last year we probably had 15 games maybe together, a little more, a little less. And this year only two. We haven’t had a real bulk of a season — y’all can consistently see how great we can be. And we’re working on that. We need to get to that point.”

While Harden acknowledged that even he isn’t sure just how much better the trio can be, he is confident they will develop even more cohesion as the Nets work Irving back into the fold.

“We just got to do it,” Harden said. “Since I’ve been here it’s been crazy, a lot of ups and downs, honestly. From last year coming into this year, we haven’t had any consistency for any reason but … we’re not far at all. We’re all killers. We attack. But we’re all unselfish. We like to just make the right play. So it won’t take long at all. We just got to be out there on the court and be out there doing it.”

The Nets came into this game with an 0-8 record against the top four teams in the Eastern and Western conferences. Their 39-19 outburst in the third quarter broke open the game and was the most they had outscored any opponent in one quarter all season.

“You definitely want to play great against the best teams in the league for sure,” Durant said. “Especially after losing last game, we wanted to bounce back no matter who it was against. But it’s good to come in here and a tough environment and get a W. This team has been extremely hot lately … you can feel it, [fans] are starting to understand that Chicago Bulls basketball is back, so for us to come in here and win in this fashion, it meant a lot to us.”

Durant noted that he believed the key for the Nets was being locked in on the defensive end, which has been an issue for the team over the past few weeks. With Irving back — after the Nets reversed course last month and allowed him to return to the team despite the fact he’s not vaccinated against COVID-19 — the Nets’ confidence is suddenly sky high again. Irving didn’t waver in the belief that the Nets could still be a serious title contender despite the fact that he can play in only most road games because of New York City’s vaccination mandate.

“We had an unbelievable resolve I felt like all night,” Irving said. “We were in that flow where it gets dangerous for other teams or our opponent.”

Harden is still holding out hope that Irving will be able to play in home games at some point in the season.

“I’m going to give him the shot,” Harden said with a smile.

In the short term, Nets coach Steve Nash left open the possibility that Durant and potentially a few other veterans might sit Thursday night as the Nets complete their second back-to-back of the week against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the long term, Wednesday offered another glimpse of just how great the Nets can be when their stars are clicking on all cylinders.

“These games can definitely give a team confidence,” Nash said. “Give ’em mojo and something to build on, but it can also not. So it’s in the bank. We’ve shown that we can perform this way, we’ve shown the type of spirit and energy we can bring to the game, the purpose. Now we got to build on it. … We raised our level. We competed. We rose to the occasion, and now we move forward and hopefully it is a moment in time that helps us get to another level.”

Read More

Harden on blowout of Bulls: ‘We’re that good’on January 13, 2022 at 12:01 pm Read More »

Bulls’ Jones helped off with knee injury vs. Netson January 13, 2022 at 12:45 pm

11:16 PM ET


print

CHICAGO — Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. had to be helped to the locker room during Wednesday’s 138-112 loss to the Brooklyn Nets after landing awkwardly on his right leg 36 seconds into the game.

The Bulls announced Jones would not return for the remainder of the game due to a right knee injury. Head coach Billy Donovan did not have an update on Jones after the game.

Jones had been in Chicago’s starting lineup the past six games while filling in for Javonte Green, who has been sidelined with a strained groin. Jones is averaging 6.5 points and 3.5 rebounds while shooting 58% in his first season with Chicago.

The Bulls are also missing guard Alex Caruso, who was still in the league’s health and safety protocols before Wednesday’s game. Donovan said he did not expect him to play in Friday’s game against the Golden State Warriors.

“It’s going to be tough because you can’t replace those guys,” Bulls guard Zach LaVine said after the game. “It’s always been a next-man-up mentality that we’ve had. It’s something we’re going to have to do because it’s not like anybody is going to feel sorry for us having some guys out. Everybody’s had guys out.”

Read More

Bulls’ Jones helped off with knee injury vs. Netson January 13, 2022 at 12:45 pm Read More »

Harden on blowout of Bulls: ‘We’re that good’on January 13, 2022 at 12:45 pm

3:04 AM ET


print

CHICAGO — The Brooklyn Nets left no doubt about just how good they can be when Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden are playing together in Wednesday night’s 138-112 demolition of the Eastern Conference-leading Chicago Bulls.

“We’re that good,” Harden said, when asked whether he was surprised at how quickly the trio’s chemistry has come together. “We got a chance to be that good. We just haven’t had enough of it. I think last year we probably had 15 games maybe together, a little more, a little less. And this year only two. We haven’t had a real bulk of a season — y’all can consistently see how great we can be. And we’re working on that. We need to get to that point.”

While Harden acknowledged that even he isn’t sure just how much better the trio can be, he is confident they will develop even more cohesion as the Nets work Irving back into the fold.

“We just got to do it,” Harden said. “Since I’ve been here it’s been crazy, a lot of ups and downs, honestly. From last year coming into this year, we haven’t had any consistency for any reason but … we’re not far at all. We’re all killers. We attack. But we’re all unselfish. We like to just make the right play. So it won’t take long at all. We just got to be out there on the court and be out there doing it.”

The Nets came into this game with an 0-8 record against the top four teams in the Eastern and Western conferences. Their 39-19 outburst in the third quarter broke open the game and was the most they had outscored any opponent in one quarter all season.

“You definitely want to play great against the best teams in the league for sure,” Durant said. “Especially after losing last game, we wanted to bounce back no matter who it was against. But it’s good to come in here and a tough environment and get a W. This team has been extremely hot lately … you can feel it, [fans] are starting to understand that Chicago Bulls basketball is back, so for us to come in here and win in this fashion, it meant a lot to us.”

Durant noted that he believed the key for the Nets was being locked in on the defensive end, which has been an issue for the team over the past few weeks. With Irving back — after the Nets reversed course last month and allowed him to return to the team despite the fact he’s not vaccinated against COVID-19 — the Nets’ confidence is suddenly sky high again. Irving didn’t waver in the belief that the Nets could still be a serious title contender despite the fact that he can play in only most road games because of New York City’s vaccination mandate.

“We had an unbelievable resolve I felt like all night,” Irving said. “We were in that flow where it gets dangerous for other teams or our opponent.”

Harden is still holding out hope that Irving will be able to play in home games at some point in the season.

“I’m going to give him the shot,” Harden said with a smile.

In the short term, Nets coach Steve Nash left open the possibility that Durant and potentially a few other veterans might sit Thursday night as the Nets complete their second back-to-back of the week against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the long term, Wednesday offered another glimpse of just how great the Nets can be when their stars are clicking on all cylinders.

“These games can definitely give a team confidence,” Nash said. “Give ’em mojo and something to build on, but it can also not. So it’s in the bank. We’ve shown that we can perform this way, we’ve shown the type of spirit and energy we can bring to the game, the purpose. Now we got to build on it. … We raised our level. We competed. We rose to the occasion, and now we move forward and hopefully it is a moment in time that helps us get to another level.”

Read More

Harden on blowout of Bulls: ‘We’re that good’on January 13, 2022 at 12:45 pm Read More »

WHEN IS A RAT – A HERO?

WHEN IS A RAT – A HERO?

In high school, I was assigned to read a book entitled “Rats, Lice and History.” It was a bit of an eye-opener for me. That book made me realize that human beings weren’t the King of the Hill; something I took for granted. Smaller organisms like rats and lice could literally destroy those that thought they governed the world.

Like many people, I had a healthy aversion for rats… lice too. I considered rats as vermin that deserved nothing more than being wiped out. Little did I know or consider why rats were in the ecological chain and if they had any kind of purpose. In almost any language, the word RAT has negative connotations, and to call anyone a RAT is to insult.

But every now and then in life, there is that rarest exception to the rule. One such exception to be extolled is none other than Magawa, an African RAT revered as a hero for sniffing out over 100 land mines and other explosive ordinances in Cambodia. Magawa had an incredible nose for smelling gun powder and literally marked the land mines for controlled, safe destruction by his human friends by scratching the dirt above a bomb that had a man or a child stepped on would no longer inherit the earth. It seems Magawa was so light in weight that the triggering mechanism of the land mines didn’t react. Magawa is credited with clearing more than 141,000 square meters – the equivalent of 20 football fields which meant that children could finally run with glee without concern they’d be blown up.

In 2020, Magawa was awarded the PDSA Gold Medal – sometimes described as the George Cross for animals – for his “life-saving devotion to duty.” He was the first rat to be given the medal in the charity’s 77-year history. Magawa’s keen sense of smell made life for Cambodians and their children better, a life that could be lived worked, and enjoyed with the fun of playing or picnicking in the open, without fear of losing life or limb.

Magawa recently passed away after 8 years on Earth – 5 of the 8 clearing land mines. There is a great deal more that must be done to rid the country of thousands and thousands of land mines. Fortunately, a foundation called Apopo is training other RATS to be like Magawa and follow in his footsteps to GO DO GOOD and clear Cambodia of the deadly mines that have already taken the lives of way too many.

May Magawa’s legacy be so much greater than merely being a RAT!

Filed under: Uncategorized

Advertisement:
Advertisement:

Welcome to ChicagoNow.

Meet our bloggers,
post comments, or
pitch your blog idea.

Sign in Pitch your idea Play games

Meet The Blogger

citizen john q public

William Natale is an Emmy-award-winning TV producer/director and author of “1968 – A Story As Relevant Today As It Was Then,” (a tale that takes place in Chicago based in part on a true story). Natale served as the director and associate producer for “Water Pressures,” featuring HBO ENTOURAGE star Adrian Grenier, shot on location in India and various cities in the U.S. “Water Pressures,” was broadcast on over 224 PBS stations. Natale was the Chairman of the Broadcast Promotional Marketing Executives (BPME now known as Promax). Natale served as the Marketing & Promotion Director for NBC5 Chicago and the VP/Director of Corporate Communications for WTTW. He also has experience in the education field as the Executive Director for both the downtown and Lombard campuses of the IL Media Schools (vocational colleges that teach broadcast media arts). He also served as the Executive Producer for the Internet Streaming Corporation and WATCH312.com – working with talented individuals such as Candace Jordan (aka Candid Candace). Natale is a native Chicagoan and proud father of three adult children, two daughters and a son.

Facebook

Subscribe by Email

Completely spam free, opt out any time.

Facebook

Latest on ChicagoNow

WHEN IS A RAT – A HERO?

from Go Do Good! by citizen john q public
posted today at 12:50 am

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16

from The Beeronaut by Mark McDermott
posted Wednesday at 11:47 pm

Release Radar 1/7/21 – The Jazz Butcher vs The Presets

from Cut Out Kid by radstarr
posted Wednesday at 9:06 pm

Amazing hotels to stay in Chicago

from ChicagoNow by Sponsored
posted Wednesday at 2:37 pm

Tony Fauci, under oath, deceives Congress about his salary and finances.

from The Barbershop: Dennis Byrne, Proprietor by Dennis Byrne
posted Wednesday at 12:07 pm

Read these ChicagoNow blogs

Cubs Den

Chicago Cubs news and comprehensive blog, featuring old school baseball writing combined with the latest statistical trends
Last Raps

Pets in need of homes

Pets available for adoption in the Chicago area
Amelia – Hyde Park Cats

Hammervision

It’s like the couch potato version of Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
Top 10 Movies of 2021
Advertisement:

About ChicagoNow
•
FAQs
•
Advertise
•
Recent posts RSS
•
Privacy policy (Updated)
•
Comment policy
•
Terms of service
•
Chicago Tribune Archives
•
Do not sell my personal info

©2022 CTMG – A Chicago Tribune website – Crafted by the News Apps team

Read More

WHEN IS A RAT – A HERO? Read More »

Bulls embarrassed in loss to the Nets, and now have to move on

This was the stage that Zach LaVine has wanted to be on for years.

A nationally televised game, the United Center at a fever pitch, and the three-headed monster of Kyrie Irving, James Harden and Kevin Durant in the building for bragging rights atop the Eastern Conference.

A meaningful game in January.

And not the pretend “meaningful games” that former coach Jim Boylen would try peddling to the masses, passing off two teams battling for a 10th seed play-in spot as meaningful. No, Nets-Bulls – and a Nets team with it’s “Big Three” for just the 16th time since its creation – each looking to make a statement about their place in the conference’s power structure.

One did and the other was embarrassed.

Thanks to a shock-and-awe 43-8 run in the second half, the Nets hammered the home team, handing the Bulls their worst loss of the season in the 138-112 laugher.

As for that three-headed monster? Durant finished with 27 and Harden with 25. Irving was held in check with just nine. The Bulls’ “smaller three” were led by LaVine’s 22 and DeMar DeRozan’s 19.

“I don’t think you throw it out, I think you own it,” coach Billy Donovan said of the loss. “I think our guys have worked really hard up to this point to be where we are in the standings, and I think with that there’s an even greater responsibility.

“We have to understand and learn that these are some of the things I’ve been talking about from a defensive standpoint. … I’m not saying we didn’t want to win the game but we have to understand how to play in games like this.”

It didn’t help that the Bulls lost starting forward Derrick Jones Jr. minutes into the game to a right knee injury, and did so at a position that was already thin.

Alfonzo McKinnie stepped in and through the first half the Bulls showed they could trade punches with the Nets. Until they couldn’t.

“Understand we got our ass kicked [Wednesday],” DeRozan said. “It’s how we bounce back from it. Let it sink in, let it suck, let it hurt. It seemed like everything went wrong, obviously it had to with the run they went on. Everything was on us.

“We’re going to get every team’s best shot.”

The hope is they can take that shot, despite what it looked like against the Nets (26-14). Donovan feels like LaVine will be able to, especially when it matters.

“He is the ultimate team guy,” Donovan said, discussing what LaVine has transformed into. “He just tries to play the right way.”

That’s been on display this entire season. Heck, it was on display since the summer when LaVine joined Team USA for the gold medal run in the Olympics.

The Tuesday dominance over Detroit was just the latest example of why Donovan has seen his All-Star continue to mature.

A 10-shot, 10-point game in the past would have irked LaVine. Instead, LaVine was all smiles, still grabbing nine rebounds and handing out seven assists, with his only concern being getting the W.

“I think he realizes there’s probably a little bit more help around him than maybe he has had with Vooch [Nikola Vucevic] and DeMar,” Donovan said. “He can go hunt shots because he can get his shot any time he wants to. But he really is very, very much invested in winning. He’s very much invested in the team. And he wants to do things that are sustainable for a long time.”

The next step is doing against the league’s elite. Losses to Dallas and Brooklyn in the last week show that this group is blinking for the first time this season. It’s about getting back on track.

“We got an ass-whooping,” LaVine said. “It happens sometimes. The third quarter killed us. Go back look at the film. It’s just something to get you a little more hungry.”

Read More

Bulls embarrassed in loss to the Nets, and now have to move on Read More »

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16

Indeed there once was a “light” version of this cheapest of beers. The next best thing to “Dry January.”

The big news this week comes again from Kings & Convicts Brewing. The ownership group that put together a package two years ago to buy Ballast Point from Constellation Brands. This time they have purchased the brewery and taproom of Saint Archer Brewing, another San Diego-based brewer, from MolsonCoors. The deal, announced on MolsonCoors’ blog, apparently involves only the physical facilities, as MC will be shutting the Saint Archer brand down.

The Tribune’s Josh Noel notes that this deal comes as Highwood-based Kings & Convicts has officially pulled the plug on its production brewery, first announced in 2019 in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Noel’s article quotes that K&C co-founder Brendan Watters admitted that the Ballast Point deal pulled their attention to the West Coast. The current Highwood brewery remains open, but it’s uncertain how much longer.

Friday, January 14

Augustus Gloompah Release
Imperial Oak Brewing Co., 501 Willow Blvd., Willow Springs, IL (708) 559-7311 Map
& 9526 W. Ogden Ave., Brookfield, IL (708) 387-0050 Map
Chris Schmelzer of Brewers Of South Suburbia brewed his Brixtoberfest winning beer at Imperial Oak in Brookfield.
“My beer, Augustus Gloompah, which is a chocolate/vanilla/coffee stout, will be tapped on January 14, 2022 at both the Willow Springs and the Brookfield locations. I will be at the Willow Springs location on Friday from 6-9 and at the Brookfield location on Saturday from 3-6. There was even talk of putting it on nitro…

Skeleton Key Collab
Bubblehouse Brewing Co., 2121 Ogden Ave., Unit A, Lisle, IL  Map
Drop by Friday when we’ll be releasing our collaboration with Skeleton Key Brewery!

Hop Butcher Releases
Iron&Glass, 632 S. Weber Rd., Romeoville, IL (815) 782-5559 Map
& Iron&Glass Minooka, 104 Ridge Rd., Minooka, IL (815) 255-2114 Map
Hop Butcher for the World is coming at us with another new beer this week plus a returning favorite
Narragansett Ridge – 8% Hazy DIPA brewed with Nectaron and Citra
Bughouse Square – 7.5% Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe and Nelson Sauvin-hopped Double India Pale Ale, Hazy style
Slap the link for the store of your choice- pick up on Friday
Romeoville or Minooka

Whiner Hop Tub Release
Whiner Beer Co., 1400 W. 46th St. #104, Chicago 312-810-2271 Map
Be the first to try our newest Tub Beer
We are excited to announce Hop Tub draft launching in the taproom Friday January 14th! Its a collaboration with Bike-a-Bee Honey, our beekeeping neighbor in The Plant. Double dry hopped with Nelson Sauvin Hops and blended with a barrel aged farmhouse with raw honey added. Hop Tub is a monster Farmhouse ale at 8%.

Blueberry Pie-Eyed Release
Alter Brewing Co., 2300 Wisconsin Ave. #213, Downers Grove, IL 630-541-9558 Map
& Alter Brewery & Kitchen, 12 S. First St., Saint Charles, IL (331) 901-5949 Map
A wintertime return of a summertime favorite, this blueberry sour has intense flavors of blueberry jam and aromas of fresh blueberry pie. Expect a full, juicy mouthfeel and a dessert wine-like finish.⁠
Mark your calendars for January 14, 2022 – this is the first brewhouse exclusive of the year, meaning it can only be purchased AT ALTER – no other outside retailers! Be on the lookout for monthly brewhouse exclusives throughout the year ⁠
We are berry excited and hope you are too! ⁠

Buffalo Creek Beer Release
Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln., Long Grove, IL 847-821-6140 Map
Code name PROJECT 36-08 is coming this Friday, January 14! It’s a double dry-hopped American Wheat set to become one of our three new core beers in distribution this year.

11:00 am • The Glen Ellyn Chili Cook-Off Kick-Off
Two Hound Red, 486 Pennsylvania Ave., Glen Ellyn, IL (630) 547-2912 Map
The Glen Ellyn Chili Cook Off is a fun filled week of healthy competition. We are not sure who enjoys this event more, the local restaurants perfecting their favorite chili recipe for bragging rights on the best chili in town or all the happy folks able to warm up their bellies on a cold January day. One thing is for sure. It’s a good time for all.
For one week only Friday, January 14 through Sunday, January 23, is the Glen Ellyn Chili Cook-Off. This community-wide event will feature nine Glen Ellyn restaurants putting their spin on the classic dish. The Chamber is excited to highlight local restaurants and provide a fun event for all ages. We hope many will try as many chilis as possible and continue to support or Glen Ellyn restaurants. Voting is done online by rating each chili as you go throughout the week.
The winner will be announced the following week after all the results are in. See each restaurant for available hours and if for dine in or carry out. For additional information, to see the participating restaurants, and to vote for each chili visit: www.GlenEllynChamber.com/chili

11:00 am • Warrior Paint Release Party!
Half Day Brewing Co., 200 Village Green, Lincolnshire, IL 847-821-6933 Map
Join us on January 14th for our Warrior Paint Release Party!
Featured on Tap (10 oz Pours):
2021 Limited Release Warrior Paint
2021 Double Coffee Warrior Paint
Both Aged 1 year in Tattersall Rye Whiskey Barrels
Take home your own 2021 Barrel Aged Warrior Paint 2-Pack 16oz Cans!

12:00 pm • Local Tap Takeover
Prestige 6249 Tap Room, 6249 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, IL (630) 963-9733 Map
First Forest Brewing will be taking over Prestige 6249 Tap Room with our friends at Whiskey Hill Brewing Company and Foreign Exchange Brewing Co. Can’t wait to see some new and familiar faces!
First Forest tap list:
Dylan the Pilot: Orange Pale Wheat
Rider: DDH IPA
Self Care: Hazy IPA – Collaboration with Foriegn Exchange Brewing Co.
Bohemian Breakfast: Imperial Stout with Maple, Cacao Nibs and Vanilla bean- Collaboration with Whiskey Hill Brewing Company

12:00 pm • Barrel Aged Morning Luau Release
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 Map
Grab your leis, coconut bras, and grass skirts…Barrel Aged Morning Luau is here!
Our imperial porter with coconut and coffee went into hand-selected bourbon barrels and came out the other side as a dark, tropical wonderland.
DETAILS:
– 22oz bottles will go online for pre-sale starting at noon on Wednesday, January 12.
– Proxies allowed, just show the forwarded email receipt at pick-up.
– All orders must be picked up by 9pm on Sunday, January 16. This gives you three full days to find a way to grab them.
– The beer will be on tap as well as 22oz bombers to-go.
– Chuck’s Wood Fired Pizza will be here starting at 5pm with their Hawaiian style pizza to pair perfectly with the porter!

4:00 pm • Serna’s Grill
Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing, 216 W. Clayton St., Waukegan, IL (847) 445-2467 Map
Serna’s Grill brings Gyros, Italian Beef, Burgers and more.

4:00 pm • Mamma Mia Pizza
Mikerphone Brewing, 121 Garlisch Dr., Elk Grove Village, IL 847-264-8904 Map
New & locally-owned wood-fired pizza truck Mamma Mia will be here on Friday Jan. 14th from 4p-sellout. No reservations required.

4:00 – 6:00 pm • Maplewood Keep The Pint Night
Legends Grill and Bar, 6320 Illinois 53, Woodridge, IL (630) 541-3221 Map
Swing through Legends Grill & Bar on Friday, grab yourself a pint of Maplewood’s finest and take the glass home!

4:30 – 8:00 pm • Smiley’s Barbecue Food Pop-Up
Scorched Earth Brewing Co., 203 Berg St., Algonquin, IL 224-209-8472 Map
Smiley’s Barbecue is back at the brewery. Join us for some delicious barbecue
Real Wood * Real Smoke * Real Barbecue

5:00 – 11:00 pm • Lake Villa Grand Opening
Harbor Brewing Co., Lake Villa, 136 Cedar Ave., Lake Villa, IL  Map
THE DAY IS FINALLY HERE!
We are SO excited to welcome everyone to our new taproom location in Lake Villa! We have a bunch of awesome beers on tap AND live music from Tom Rutledge starting at 7pm!

5:00 – 8:00 pm • Chuck’s Wood-Fired Pizza
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 Map
Chuck’s back from vacation and ready to cook up some killer pizzas on Friday.
Even better? He’s bringing his Hawaiian pizza market special with him. A full description of this tasty beast is coming soon.
There’s a reason for this special pizza…we’re releasing Barrel Aged Morning Luau as well! Our imperial porter with coconut and coffee will transport you out of Chibeeria and straight to the beach.

7:00 pm • Karaoke Night
Two Pints Lounge, 641 E. Boughton Rd. #110, Bolingbrook, IL (630) 739-3000 Map
Sing your heart out!

7:00 – 7:00 pm • Karaoke Nights
Zorn Brew Works Co., 605 E. 9th St., Michigan City, IN (219) 243-7157 Map
Karaoke Nights start this Friday at 7pm!

Saturday, January 15

11:00 am • Yoga & Craft Beer
Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde S. Western Ave., Blue Island, IL 708-388-5513 Map
Join us for Yoga and Craft Beer on Saturday January 15th – All levels are welcome, bring your own mat! $20 includes one hour of yoga and one beer afterward.

11:30 am • 6th Annual Long Johns On Winter Warmer Bash
Burn ‘Em Brewing, 718 Freyer Rd., Michigan City, IN 219-210-3784 Map
We are happy to announce our 6th annual LJO Winter Warmer Bash.
We will be doing things a little differently this year.
Still 21+ Over.
Doors open at 11:30 AM. Music starts at Noon.
Food by Bare Bones Gastropub
General Admission tickets are $20 (SOLD OUT) and get you into the fest.
We will be selling only 100 VIP Packages for $60 each.
The VIP package includes:
Entry to the fest
1 can of the Barrel Aged Long Johns On
1 exclusive custom knitted Burn ‘Em Scarf
1 exclusive stemless snifter LJOWWB glass.
1 pair of Burn ‘Em Gloves.
Remaining tickets are available here.
ONLY ONLINE PURCHASE
The Barrel Aged Variants of LJO, our winter warmer barley wine with dates, nutmeg and vanilla bean, will all be available on draft only in the party and available to-go only in the taproom.
This years lineup is as follows:
Normal Barrel-aged Long Johns On, aged in Hotel Tango Whiskey barrels.
Blueberry Pie Barrel-aged Long Johns On, aged in Hotel Tango Whiskey Barrels with pureed blueberries and cinnamon.
Chocolate & Cherry Wine Barrel-aged Long Johns On aged in zinfandel barrels with pureed cherries and cocoa nibs.
Gluhwein Wine Barrel-aged Long Johns On aged in zinfandel barrels with cinnamon, clove, and orange peel.
All BA’s and variants are $10 for each 16oz can. You can mix and match all 4 variants for $36/4 pack.
LIVE MUSIC FROM: REGGAE EXPRESS 4pm-6pm
STEALIN’ THE FARM 1:15pm-3:15pm
ST JOE JACK 12:00pm-12:45pm
This is an outdoor event inside of heated tents. Please plan accordingly!!

12:00 pm • Pollyanna Super Fun Time Winter Party January Edition!
Pollyanna Brewing Co., 431 Talcott Ave., Lemont, IL (630) 914-5834 Map
& Pollyanna – Roselare, 245 E. Main St., Roselle, IL (847) 285-1909 Map
& 106 S. Riverside Ave., St. Charles, IL 630-549-7372  Map
Our Pollyanna Super Fun Time Winter Party is back in January! Join us this Saturday in Lemont, Roselle, and St Charles for new beer releases, food, music, fire pits, heaters, and super fun times!
Beer Releases for 1/15:
Roselle Red – 5.0% ABV. Our 2021 Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal Winning Vienna Lager is in cans for the first time and finally back on draft!
Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Toasted Marshmallow Fun Size – 13.5% ABV Imperial Milk Stout aged in Rabbit Hole Cavehill Bourbon Barrels with Toasted Marshmallow, Peanut, Cocoa Nib, Vanilla Bean, & Sea Salt.
Helles – 5.1% ABV Helles Lager.

12:00 pm • …And Juicetice for All
Noon Whistle Brewing, 800 E. Roosevelt Rd., Lombard, IL ​(630) 376-6895 Map
& 1748 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville, IL 331-431-4882 Map
This Double Dry Hopped Double IPA is a collab with Mikerphone Brewing; and it is DANK! …And Juicestice for All was made using only Yakima Chief Cryo hops. This means the hops are more concentrated which gives off very intense flavors! Filled with more hops than any other hazy we’ve brewed in a while, this hazy is sure to knock your socks off with bright citrus flavors and a gratifying, juicy finish.
This beer will be released at both locations, on tap and to go!

12:00 – 5:00 pm • Fresh Off the Line – Can Release
Solemn Oath Taproom, 1661 Quincy Ave. #179, Naperville IL (630) 995-3062 Map
Join us this Saturday at our Naperville production facility as we celebrate the first event of Solemn Oath’s #10For10 anniversary celebrations and the debut of the first ever 16oz year-round can offering, _____ ____ ____ ____ , a Double Dry-Hopped (aka: Hazy) India Pale Ale!
In case the name of the event didn’t tip you off, this will also mark the first time SOB has ever invited our community into the brewery to enjoy as-fresh-as-it-gets cans right off the line on a Saturday afternoon. The can of Solemn Oath beer that our packaging crew hands you this Saturday will likely be the freshest beer you’ve ever had, canned mere seconds before it hits your lips.
In addition to the fresh-off-the-line cans, there will be a mechanical shark on site for kids (and grown up kids) to test their shark wrangling skills against your fellow SOB faithful from 12pm-3pm and to make things interesting, the rider who hangs on the longest will receive a SOB Prize Pack!
In keeping with the nautical theme (hint hint), we’ve got our dear friends from The Argonaut Co. on site serving up fresh oysters, lobster rolls, and their most epic seafood boils from 12pm-5pm.
Catch the wave, join the club, enjoy the first rips of _____ ____ ____ ____ with your favorite SOBs this Saturday at the Brewery!
PLEASE NOTE:
Tickets are not required to attend, but guests are encouraged to pre-purchase one of our 3-tab wristbands to help expedite the canning line pickup process and ensure everyone gets the freshest of the fresh beer possible! 3-tab wristbands are $18 and entitle the wearer to any 3 Solemn Oath beers or City Water Hard Seltzer of their choosing, including the freshie cans coming off the line Saturday afternoon.

12:00 – 10:00 pm • Chuck’s Smoked Corned Beef Dinner Day
Chuck’s Café Darien, 8025 S. Cass Ave., Darien, IL 331-431-4000 Map
Join us on the 17th of every month for our famous: Smoked Corned Beef Dinner!
This great dinner features: smoked corned beef, boiled red potatoes, carrots, braised cabbage, rye bread, choice of yellow mustard, Dijon or horseradish. 21.99
*This meal goes quickly, so be sure to catch it when it’s available!
*When the 17th falls on a Monday we will move it usually to the weekend before as we are closed on Mondays!

1:00 – 4:00 pm • Lamb and Tamb w/ Sinovi
Region Ale, 1080 US-41, Schererville, IN 219-322-2337 Map
Live Tamburitza music from Sinovi, fresh lamb and chevops!

1:00 – 2:45 pm • Temperance Trikonasana (Yoga & Beer Tasting)
Temperance Beer Co., 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 Map
Our Temperance Trikonasana series pairs beer with yoga and a cause. Jenny Arrington of Rebel Human brings her “Rebel Human Way” class back to the brewery! Once our bodies and minds are opened, we’ll have a beer together and learn about the charity we are supporting this month.
December charity: Brady: United Against Gun Violence
Sign up here.

2:00 pm • Smiley’s BBQ
Mikerphone Brewing, 121 Garlisch Dr., Elk Grove Village, IL 847-264-8904 Map
New BBQ pop-up at the brewery! Smiley’s will be serving from 2p-sellout!

3:00 – 4:00 pm • Brewery Tour & Tasting
Temperance Beer Co., 2000 Dempster St., Evanston, IL (847) 864-1000 Map
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process while drinking fresh beer.
Each ticket costs $10 and buys you:
– A backstage pass to the brewery
– Beer samples
– A souvenir pint glass
– 20% discount on merchandise that day
IMPORTANT TO NOTE
– Tour size limit is 24 people
– First come, first served
– Tours last about 45 mins
– 21+ only
The Chicago Reader rated our tour 4 stars, see where the magic happens!

4:00 pm • Dark Horse Pastries Noon Whistle Brewing Naperville
Noon Whistle Brewing, 1748 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville, IL 331-431-4882 Map
Dark Horse 4PM + Live music with Brad Hides 6PM

5:00 – 8:00 pm • Saturday Night Food Truck – Billy Bricks Pizza
Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove, IL 847-821-6140 Map
Thin-crust, Neapolitan-style pizza, baked in an authentic wood-fired, brick oven is the centerpiece of a simple menu along with some treats!

5:00 – 8:00 pm • Uncle Cam’s Sandwiches – Food Pop-up
Scorched Earth Brewing Co., 203 Berg St., Algonquin, IL (224) 209-8472 Map
Uncle Cam is back!
Uncle Cam’s Sandwiches are created with fresh & local ingredients and hot pressed to form some absolutely fantastic sandwich creations!

6:00 – 9:00 pm • Karaoke Night!
Harbor Brewing Co., 811 Sheridan Rd., Winthrop Harbor, IL  Map
Ernie is hosting KARAOKE every 3rd Saturday at the Taproom!
Come on out and show us what ya got!

7:00 – 10:00 pm • Rock & Wrestling w/ SCW and Shock The System
Steam Hollow Brewing Co., 450 S. Spruce St. Unit C, Manteno, IL  Map
It’s a night of rock and wrestling as Southland Championship Wrestling and Shock The System team up once again at Steam Hollow Brewing. We will be accepting donations for Fallen officer Sargent Rittmanic and injured officer Bailey. If you missed our packed event in October, now is your chance to catch another great night of hard hitting pro wrestling action integrated with live, high energy hard rock music hits! Bell time is 7:00pm for this all ages show. Tickets are $20 available at Steam Hollow Brewery, Fit Body U and Pacesetters.

7:00 pm • Bingo and Band Beer Thursdays!
Whiner Beer Co., 1400 W. 46th St., Chicago 312-810-2271 Map
Every Thursday in January we’re hosting bingo night and $5 Band Beers
We’ll start Bingo at 7pm and offer our dry hopped session ale all evening.

Sunday, January 16

Fill the Beerbulance Fundraiser
Sew Hop’d Brewery & Taproom, One Union Special Plaza, Ste. 113, Huntley, IL (815) 701-8819 Map
We love the thought of helping and giving where we can. The Grafton Food Pantry in Huntley,  strives to improve the lives of friends and neighbors in need by providing food items and education on nutrition and smart shopping. The most needed essentials are shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, feminine hygiene products, toothbrush, toothpaste, tissues, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and toilet paper. Through January 16, we are asking that our Sew Hop’d friends please lend a hand to fill our beerbulance with essentials for Grafton Food Pantry. Any donation is accepted and for every donation that is made you will receive a free 10oz beer coupon; you may use it the same day or hold on to it until another time.
Beers will be flowing from 3pm-9pm! Please be careful driving and we’ll see you soon!

10:00 – 11:00 am • Beer & Yoga
Imperial Oak Brewing Co., 501 Willow Blvd., Willow Springs, IL (708) 559-7311 Map
Join us for a 60 minute guided yoga lesson every Sunday from 10am-11am in the Willow Springs Savage Oak Room.
After you’ve reached a higher physical, mental and spiritual plane, reach for your cool down pint in the pub! Just $20 covers your class and your first pour of any IOB beer.
Our space is limited to 30 people, so come a little early to grab your spot and stretch. Please remember to BYO yoga mat and $20 (cash only).

10:00 am • Snowga in the Beer Garden
Plank Road Tap Room, 39W149 Plank Rd., Elgin, IL 224-238-3527 Map
The snow has returned which means our popular Snowga in the beer garden is back this season!
Join us on Sunday at 10pm for a morning of yoga in the snow. Space is limited, so don’t wait too long. Advance tickets here.
Schedule:
10:00 – Check In
10:15 – Class Begins
11:00 – Class Ends, redeem your beverage in the tap room (included in your ticket)
Things to note (please read carefully):
– There are no refunds, but your ticket can be applied to a future event if for some reason you cannot make the date you purchased for.
– Blizzard plan: We will reschedule for a Saturday or Sunday in the same month.
– Please arrive 15 minutes early to check-in and set up your mat. Carpool if you can. Parking is limited.**
– This class will be cold (as we are outside) please bring full snow gear with yoga clothing underneath, and a full water bottle. You WILL get HOT

11:00 am – 6:00 pm • Mikerphone Brewing: Closed for Staff Party
Mikerphone Brewing, 121 Garlisch Dr., Elk Grove Village, IL 847-264-8904 Map
We need to party together, so the brewery will be closed Sunday Jan 16th for the full day. Thanks for understanding!

12:00 – 5:00 pm • Pair it Up @BubbleHouse Brewing
Bubblehouse Brewing Co., 2121 Ogden Ave., Unit A, Lisle, IL  Map
Treat yourself to a scrumptious Pair-it-Up Tikka Masala meatball sub or loaded fusion Nachos with your favorite Bubble House brew!

1:00 – 6:00 pm • Pop-Up Kitchen: Bootleg Bâtard!
Sketchbook Brewing Co. – Skokie, 4901 Main St., Skokie, IL (847) 588-0652 Map
Enjoy this pop-up by local bread and pastry-makers Bootleg Bâtard!
Menu TBD but will include pastries sweet and savory.
Count on us for delicious food every weekend!

1:00 – 5:00 pm • Sunday Eats: Mac Dynamite
Riverlands Brewing Co., 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles, IL (630) 549-6293 Map
Holy moly, Mac Dynamite is back on the food schedule for our Sunday Sessions on January 16!
If you haven’t tried their awesome mac n cheese creations, you’ve missed out. But NO MORE! What a perfect comfort food during the cold days of winter.
Live music by Ken Slauf from 2-5pm as well, so come out and support the local trifecta of beer, food, and music.

2:00 – 4:00 pm • Bingo @ Begyle
Begyle Brewing, 1800 W. Cuyler Ave., Chicago 773-661-6963 Map
We’ve got two new dates for BINGO @ BEGYLE!
Join in the fun on Sunday, January 16 & 30 from 2-4 pm.
Bring your friends and compete to win fantastic prizes (gift cards!). First time playing bingo at Begyle? No worries. The rules are easy and we supply the bingo sheets and dabbers. There is no cost to play. Reservations are not required but space is limited.
Proof of vaccination is required for entry.

4:00 – 8:30 pm • Mädern Mäke Sushi and RAMEN!
Nightshade and Dark’s Pandemonium Brewing, 216 W. Clayton St., Waukegan, IL (847) 445-2467 Map
Trucking in with a greatly expanded menu including real RAMEN (not that bagged stuff)! Former Sushi chefs from Ikigai serve up the good stuff made to order. This time with Tempura, fried rolls and other delights not normally found at their pop-ups!

7:00 pm • Live Bingo Returns
Elmhurst Brewing Co., 171 N. Addison Ave., Elmhurst, IL 630-834-2739 Map
Sunday January 16th, BINGO RETURNS! Tons of Prizes will be given out with a Cash Jackpot and it’s FREE TO PLAY We’re taking reservations so give us a call at (630)834-BREW(2739)

Filed under: Beer Calendar

Tags: Harbor Brewing, Kings & Convicts

Advertisement:
Advertisement:

Welcome to ChicagoNow.

Meet our bloggers,
post comments, or
pitch your blog idea.

Sign in Pitch your idea Play games

Subscribe by Email

Fresh Beer Events, occasional bacon, but always spam free, opt out any time.

Meet The Blogger

Mark McDermott

Writer, trivia maven, fan of many things. I thought to learn all there is to know about beer as a way to stay interested in learning. It is my pleasure to bring Chicago’s craft beer scene to you.

Latest of over 3,600 RateBeer reviews:

More Events, blogs and podcasts

Mark’s Bookshelf: Beer Books

Brew Britannia: The Strange Rebirth of British Beer
by Jessica Boak
The Comic Book Story of Beer: The World’s Favorite Beverage from 7000 BC to Today’s Craft Brewing Revolution
by Jonathan Hennessey
Share

book reviews

and ratings with Mark, and even join a

book club

on Goodreads.

I’ve been named one of the Top Chicago-based Bloggers to Follow by Flipkey.com, the vacation rental division of TripAdvisor.com!

Recent posts

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16 »

Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
Posted today at 11:47 pm

Beer Review: Pipeworks Hey, Careful Man, There’s a Beverage Here! »

Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
Posted Tuesday at 10:33 pm

Chicago’s Week in Beer, January 10-13 »

Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
Posted January 9, 2022 at 12:47 am

Beer & Whiskey: Mikerphone Imperial Smells Like Bean Spirit »

Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
Posted January 6, 2022 at 4:32 pm

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 7-9 »

Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
Posted January 5, 2022 at 11:43 pm
Facebook

Categories

Beer Calendar (773)
Beer Review (315)
Beer Business (78)
Beer News (77)
Beer Festivals (60)
Popular Beers Available in Chicago (37)
Beer Pairing (20)
Beer Competition (18)
Miscellaneous (15)
Brewpub/Bar Review (9)

Tags

Bourbon County Stout (164)
Beer review (86)
Oktoberfest (72)
Lagunitas (55)
Goose Island (54)
Craft Beer Review (41)
Kentucky Breakfast Stout (35)
Revolution Brewing (34)
COVID-19 (31)
Two Brothers (30)

Blogroll

The Beeronaut’s favorite blogs

Good Beer Hunting The überbiersite, with news, podcasts, and movies!
Beer Download A podcast pitting beers in head-to-head competition!
Chicago Beer Geeks Homebrewing, event coverage, basic Chicago Beer Geekery!
Guys Drinking Beer Chicago beer guys with news and reviews.

Latest on ChicagoNow

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16

from The Beeronaut by Mark McDermott
posted today at 11:47 pm

Release Radar 1/7/21 – The Jazz Butcher vs The Presets

from Cut Out Kid by radstarr
posted today at 9:06 pm

Amazing hotels to stay in Chicago

from ChicagoNow by Sponsored
posted today at 2:37 pm

Tony Fauci, under oath, deceives Congress about his salary and finances.

from The Barbershop: Dennis Byrne, Proprietor by Dennis Byrne
posted today at 12:07 pm

Company announces Zero-day work week. Plans to run on guilt

from Medium Rare by Chris O’Brien
posted today at 6:59 am

Read these ChicagoNow blogs

Cubs Den

Chicago Cubs news and comprehensive blog, featuring old school baseball writing combined with the latest statistical trends
Last Raps

Pets in need of homes

Pets available for adoption in the Chicago area
Amelia – Hyde Park Cats

Hammervision

It’s like the couch potato version of Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
Top 10 Movies of 2021
Advertisement:

About ChicagoNow
•
FAQs
•
Advertise
•
Recent posts RSS
•
Privacy policy (Updated)
•
Comment policy
•
Terms of service
•
Chicago Tribune Archives
•
Do not sell my personal info

©2022 CTMG – A Chicago Tribune website – Crafted by the News Apps team

Read More

Chicago Craft Beer Weekend, January 14-16 Read More »

Bulls’ Jones helped off with knee injury vs. Netson January 13, 2022 at 4:18 am

11:16 PM ET


print

CHICAGO — Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. had to be helped to the locker room during Wednesday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets after landing awkwardly on his right leg 36 seconds into the game.

The Bulls announced Jones would not return for the remainder of the game due to a right knee injury.

Jones had been in Chicago’s starting lineup the past six games while filling in for Javonte Green, who has been sidelined with a strained groin. Jones is averaging 6.5 points and 3.5 rebounds while shooting 58% in his first season with Chicago.

The Bulls are also missing guard Alex Caruso, who was still in the league’s health and safety protocols before Wednesday’s game. Coach Billy Donovan also did not expect him to play in Friday’s game against the Golden State Warriors.

Read More

Bulls’ Jones helped off with knee injury vs. Netson January 13, 2022 at 4:18 am Read More »

Shaq sells stake in Kings, may be ‘back someday’on January 13, 2022 at 4:18 am

10:59 PM ET


print

Shaquille O’Neal, who became a partial owner of the Sacramento Kings in 2013, announced on social media Wednesday that he has officially sold his interest in the NBA club.

O’Neal, 49, who retired from the NBA in 2011 and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016, posted on his official Twitter page that in order to pursue a business interest in the sports gambling world, he had to leave the Kings.

“As a result of a new business endeavor, I was required by NBA rules to sell my interest in the Sacramento Kings. I want to thank the fans, the city of Sacramento, Vivek Ranadive and the entire Kings organization for our great partnership. I loved being an owner of such a forward thinking organization and I hope to be back someday,” O’Neal tweeted. “I was fortunate to have Arctos help me with this transaction. I’m sure they will be a great partner for Vivek, the Kings and the NBA going forward.

“Till we meet again…”

According to the Sports Business Journal, O’Neal will be featured in WynnBet’s advertising campaigns and as the face of a new “ShaqPot” free-to-play prediction game sponsored by the sportsbook.

135dJeremy Willis

6d

3d

2 Related

Along with appearing in television, print and digital promotions, the Sports Business Journal also reported that O’Neal will appear on WynnBet-sponsored podcasts produced at a casino in Las Vegas.

In an August interview with Complex.com, O’Neal spoke highly of his prospects with WynnBet, especially as sports gambling gains a stronger presence across all media.

“We believe WynnBet is going to be the next big player in sports betting and iGaming space. And I’m all about challenges,” he told Complex. “I’m all about good business. I’m all about helping people, making people smile and I thought this was a great opportunity to get in this space.”

The four-time NBA champion made the announcement on a night when one of his former clubs, the Los Angeles Lakers, met the Kings in Sacramento.

The Kings entered Wednesday’s game at 16-27, tied for 12th place in the Western Conference with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Read More

Shaq sells stake in Kings, may be ‘back someday’on January 13, 2022 at 4:18 am Read More »