France rail lines maliciously attacked ahead of Olympics
So far, authorities have not found the person, or persons, responsible for the attack.
Arson attacks paralyze French high-speed rail network hours before start of Olympics
France's high-speed rail network was hit with widespread and “criminal" acts of vandalism including arson attacks hours before the opening ceremony of the Olympics.
Salt Lake City to host 2034 Winter Olympics in first return since 2002
Salt Lake City was formally awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics following a Wednesday vote by the International Olympic Committee in Paris, giving Utah its second Games after hosting in 2002.
LeBron James chosen as Team USA's flag bearer at 2024 Paris Olympics
LeBron James becomes the third basketball player — and the first men’s player — to carry the U.S. flag at the start of an Olympics
LeBron James selected as Team USA male flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony
Fellow U.S. star and first-time Olympian Stephen Curry, on behalf of the U.S. men's team, nominated James for the flagbearer role.
A Luol Deng-led South Sudan team nearly beat Team USA in an Olympic tuneup. Here's how it happened
South Sudan's national federation is led by former NBA player and former Bull Luol Deng, and the team is coached by former NBA guard and now Houston assistant coach Royal Ivey.
Here is the complete list of Illinois Olympians competing in Paris 2024
Here are all the Olympic Athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Summer Games this July and August.
Brothers find success in Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball
After a life-changing accident, Houston brothers Peter and Aaron Berry found their calling in wheelchair basketball. Peter trained for the 2024 Summer Paralympics with his teammates from the University of Alabama. Now, he's an alternate for the Paris Games.
Map: See which states have the most Summer Olympic gold medals
Some U.S. states have more Summer Olympic gold medals than others.
From Biles to Sha'Carri, Team USA packed with star power heading into Olympic Games
It’s a loaded U.S. roster where the women outnumber the men 314 to 278, and ages range from 16 to 59. The most decorated member of Team USA in Paris will be Katie Ledecky, who’s trying to add to her collection of 10 medals.
2024 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony: Date, how to watch, time
The 2024 Summer Olympics kick off in Paris with the Opening Ceremony! Check out our quick guide to watching the event, including the date, broadcast times, and available viewing options.
Simone Biles has a shot at history at the Olympics while defending champion Russia stays home
Simone Biles knows a portion of those who tune in to watch will be waiting to see if what happened in Tokyo will repeat itself. She's taking steps to make sure she's in a better place this time around.
USA Basketball men's Olympic team arrives for camp in Las Vegas
Players began arriving Thursday in Las Vegas; Stephen Curry was the first to check in for camp, perhaps underscoring how anxious he is for what will be his first Olympics.
Post-pandemic Paris Olympics signal a return to 'normal' for athletes and fans
The Paris Games will celebrate the return to “normal” after a stretch when host cities turned into closed-off shells of themselves, depriving those who had earned their way inside the so-called Olympic “bubble” of a true Olympic experience.
US Army soldier-athlete chases Olympic dream
A group of U.S. soldiers have qualified to go for the gold in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Sgt. Sagen Maddalena is just one of the soldier-athletes preparing for their shot at competitive shooting sports.
Red Stars Alyssa Naeher, Mallory Swanson among Emma Hayes' U.S. Olympics roster picks
Alex Morgan is not one of the 18 players on the U.S. women's national team, but Chicago has two representatives.
New sports coming to Summer 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics are just a month away. This year, four new sports are joining the ranks. There will be breakdancing, skateboarding, sports climbing and surfing. Northern Illinois University professor Jenn Jacobs joins Good Day Chicago with what more to expect at this year's games.
Triple jumper Tori Franklin heads to the Paris Olympics
Chicago native and triple jumper Tori Franklin is heading to the Paris Olympics this summer. She joins Good Day Chicago to talk more about her journey to the biggest stage in sports.
Sha'Carri Richardson sprints onto US Olympic team after winning 100 in 10.71 seconds
It has been quite a ride for the 24-year-old Texan. Three years ago, she won this race, too (in 10.86 seconds), only to see the victory stripped away.
US Olympic team to bring A/C units to Paris, undercutting environmental plan
The U.S. Olympic team plans to supply air conditioners for their athletes at the Paris Games, prioritizing athlete comfort over the event's environmental sustainability goals.