White Sox Blow It, Bulls Prep for Draft, and USMNT Advances! | Chicago Sports Tonight
On tonight's episode of Chicago Sports Tonight, Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by the Scores Matt Spiegel, and Westwood One's Chris Bleck as they break down a stinging Sunday for the White Sox bullpen after getting swept by the Detroit Tigers. Are the Sox still a legitimate wild-card threat, or are the vibes starting to shift? Plus, the Cubs suffer from industry-wide bullpen depth issues. Meanwhile, new Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter makes a stellar first impression—we discuss how he can maximize young talent and who Chicago should target with their two first-round draft picks. Finally, the USMNT clinches a spot in the World Cup round of 32! Is it time to temper expectations, or are we going all the way?
On tonight's episode of Chicago Sports Tonight, Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by the Scores Matt Spiegel, and Westwood One's Chris Bleck as they break down a stinging Sunday for the White Sox bullpen after getting swept by the Detroit Tigers. Are the Sox still a legitimate wild-card threat, or are the vibes starting to shift? Plus, the Cubs suffer from industry-wide bullpen depth issues. Meanwhile, new Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter makes a stellar first impression—we discuss how he can maximize young talent and who Chicago should target with their two first-round draft picks. Finally, the USMNT clinches a spot in the World Cup round of 32! Is it time to temper expectations, or are we going all the way?
Trump calls out Chicago after violent weekend
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
Chicago weather: Summer begins on a cool note, storm chances return midweek
Chicago will see cooler-than-normal temperatures and sunshine early this week before rain and thunderstorms return midweek, with warmer summer-like weather expected by next weekend.
Chicago will see cooler-than-normal temperatures and sunshine early this week before rain and thunderstorms return midweek, with warmer summer-like weather expected by next weekend.
Man accused of sexually abusing child in West Chatham: police
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually abused a child in the West Chatham neighborhood on Saturday.
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually abused a child in the West Chatham neighborhood on Saturday.
Chicago police warn of construction site burglaries on South Side
Chicago Police are warning the public of recent burglaries of buildings under construction in the Park Manor and West Woodlawn neighborhoods.
Chicago Police are warning the public of recent burglaries of buildings under construction in the Park Manor and West Woodlawn neighborhoods.
Feds challenge Chicago suburb's reparations program | ChicagoLIVE
The Justice Department joined a lawsuit against the City of Evanston challenging its reparations program.
The Justice Department joined a lawsuit against the City of Evanston challenging its reparations program.
Chicago crime: Gunmen on motorbike shoot, injure teen boy, police say
A 17-year-old boy was shot and critically injured by gunmen riding a motorbike on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning.
A 17-year-old boy was shot and critically injured by gunmen riding a motorbike on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning.
Popular Chicago skate park cleaned up to provide space for kids
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Chicago skateboarders joined together this weekend to help clean up the popular Logan Square Skate Park.
Chicago weather: Wet, rainy Father's Day Sunday ahead
We hope your Father’s Day plans are set for early in the day, because we’re expecting plenty of rainfall for much of the day.
We hope your Father’s Day plans are set for early in the day, because we’re expecting plenty of rainfall for much of the day.
Chicago crime: 3 teens shot during West Side gathering, police say
Three teenagers were shot and injured during a large gathering on Chicago’s West Side late Saturday night.
Three teenagers were shot and injured during a large gathering on Chicago’s West Side late Saturday night.
Chicago crime: Man beaten by 3 robbers on CTA bus on South Side, police say
A man was beaten as he tried to fend off three robbers on a CTA bus on the South Side late Saturday night.
A man was beaten as he tried to fend off three robbers on a CTA bus on the South Side late Saturday night.
Chicago weather: Father's Day brings showers and below-average highs
Cooler temperatures and periods of rain are expected across the Chicago area Sunday on Father's Day as a weather system moves into the region.
Cooler temperatures and periods of rain are expected across the Chicago area Sunday on Father's Day as a weather system moves into the region.
12 injured in Friday mass shooting in Roseland
A mass shooting overnight in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood. At least a dozen people shot. One of them critically. And tonight Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising a full city response.
A mass shooting overnight in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood. At least a dozen people shot. One of them critically. And tonight Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising a full city response.
Chicago police warn of burglary spree targeting businesses in Loop, Lake View, Uptown
Chicago Police are warning of a string of burglaries at retail stores and restaurants in the Loop, Lake View, and Uptown.
Chicago Police are warning of a string of burglaries at retail stores and restaurants in the Loop, Lake View, and Uptown.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks at Juneteenth Day of Action rally
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.
When will gas prices drop after US-Iran deal? | ChicagoLIVE
We hear from Michael Negron from the Center for American Progress on the latest state of gas prices as the U.S. and Iran work through a ceasefire deal.
We hear from Michael Negron from the Center for American Progress on the latest state of gas prices as the U.S. and Iran work through a ceasefire deal.
Chicago to purchase Greyhound bus station. What that means | ChicagoLIVE
After the Chicago City Council approved the purchase of a Greyhound bus station, city leaders hope to improve the site and keep it running for commuters. Ald. Bill Conway (34th Ward) joined the show to talk about the effort.
After the Chicago City Council approved the purchase of a Greyhound bus station, city leaders hope to improve the site and keep it running for commuters. Ald. Bill Conway (34th Ward) joined the show to talk about the effort.
Chicago weather: A beautiful Saturday before a rainy Father’s Day
You may want to think about moving up those Father’s Day plans with some rain in the forecast.
You may want to think about moving up those Father’s Day plans with some rain in the forecast.
How Chicago shaped Barack Obama: From ‘a place to start’ to the national stage
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
Chicago drive-by mass shooting leaves at least 12 injured on South Side, police say
About a dozen people were shot and injured late Friday night on Chicago’s South Side in a drive-by shooting.
About a dozen people were shot and injured late Friday night on Chicago’s South Side in a drive-by shooting.