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Bears star D’Andre Swift names his 3 favorite Chicago restaurants—and launches a limited-time Philly-meets-Chicago menu

Caleb Williams has already made it known that his favorite restaurant is Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna, calling his love for it “ the best pizza I’ve ever had in my life. “ Now, fellow Bears star D’Andre Swift is sharing his own go-to Chicago restaurants —and his list offers plenty of inspiration for your next dinner out. D’Andre Swift shares his favorite Chicago restaurants While Williams’ pick might settle your next pizza order, Swift’s shortlist gives you a few more options for a night out: West Loop steakhouse Adalina Prime, Lincoln Park steakhouse & cocktail lounge The Bull Moose , and Asian bistro & nightclub TAO . For something a little more game-day-ready, though, you can try a menu the running back helped create himself. What’s on D’Andre Swift’s menu at Jake Melnick’s? Swift has teamed up with Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap on “Da Swift Picks,” a limited-time lineup that mixes Philadelphia-inspired flavors with Chicago favorites. Here’s what’s on the menu: High Step Hoagie Dip ($12.95): Salami, prosciutto, hot peppers, provolone, and cream cheese, served with fresh Sidewinder Fries. Swift City Wings ($19.95): Long hot pepper-garlic butter, giardiniera rub, parmesan, and a Cooper’s Wiz sidecar. Hometown Fries ($9.95): House-cut fries,

Chicago, IL · 1d
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Busting Brackets

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Kansas delivered a frightening message to the rest of college basketball

Kansas defeated Kentucky 89-69 in the 2026 Champions Classic as Tre White scored 30 points and Tyran Stokes added 23 points and 10 rebounds.

Lawrence, KS · 2d

hoodline.com

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Richards Running Back Jordan Lewis Visits Dad's Grave Before Every Game, Then Runs for 292 Yards

Before every game, Richards junior running back Jordan Lewis says he visits his father's grave for a long talk. His father, Jajuan, died when Lewis was 3. Lewis describes him as his best friend and says they talk every day. On Nov. 7, Lewis carried 37 times for 292 yards...

Oak Lawn, IL · 10h
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Bleacher Nation

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Michael Reese Site Developers Make $10 Billion Pitch For Bears Stadium

The Sun-Times reports that developers have made a $10 billion (with a B!) pitch with a plan to make the former Michael Reese Hospital site the next home of the Bears. This isn’t the first time we’ve heard the former Michael Reese Hospital site floated as an option. Back in 2024, it joined a long list of options that have been presented to the team in its search for a future home. The Bears have since dismissed it as an option, citing safety concerns about it being built over an active rail line and the lot size being too small for what the team was hoping to build. Still, there are folks who want to take one last stab at it. And frankly, I admire their gumption. More from the Sun-Times story , which includes an anecdote about a sweetener that Capri Investment Group could toss in that certainly grabbed my attention: To further lure the Bears, Capri and its investment partners said they were willing to purchase the team’s Arlington Heights property it’s “the key impediment to the team staying Downtown and fairly considering Bronzeville,” Primo said. “There should be absolutely no reasons why the Bears and the NFL

Chicago, IL · 1d

Athlon Sports

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In 1984, Gale Sayers founded Crest Computer Supply Company in Chicago; within 10 years, it had more than $50 million in sales

Sayers found remarkable success beyond his football career.

Chicago, IL · 1d

FanSided

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College Basketball Wraparound: Duke crashes out before brutal schedule stretch begins

Duke was pushed around by Michigan State in the Champions Classic. Are the Blue Devils in some trouble ahead of an unforgiving stretch of their schedule?

Chicago, IL · 23h

Quad Cities Sports Network

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Illinois High School Football Team Tries 104-Yard Field Goal In Rule Loophole

How much faith would you have in your kicker?

Lyons, IL · 3d

Gridiron Heroics

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Hundreds of Students Walk Out After High School Football Coach Fired, Season Abruptly Ends

What was supposed to be another opportunity for a successful high school football program to compete for a championship has instead turned into a controversy involving a popular head coach, frustrated parents and hundreds of students demanding answers. At Morgan Park High School in Chicago, the football season has come to an abrupt end, and […] The post Hundreds of Students Walk Out After High School Football Coach Fired, Season Abruptly Ends appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .

Chicago, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Rolling Meadows, Palatine mayors want 'seat at the table' of potential Bears stadium authority

Two more northwest suburbs will formally request seats at the table of a potential Bears stadium authority that could come out of the upcoming fall veto session in Springfield.

Rolling Meadows, IL · 22h

WGN News

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Sandburg High School student uses math to bowl two consecutive perfect games

A south suburban teen is making bowling look as easy as one-two-three by apply his math skills.

Palos Hills, IL · 1d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Freeport’s Paityn London offically signs letter of intent to go to DePaul University

After making a verbal commitment this past summer, Freeport's Paityn London is now officially headed to DePaul University to continue her college hoops dream.

Freeport, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Chicago's Maggie Daley Park skating ribbon open for winter season

The Maggie Daley Park skating ribbon opened for the winter season on Friday morning.

Chicago, IL · 18h

Essentially Sports

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“Surprised”: Tom Izzo Makes His Opinion Around Jon Scheyer’s Duke Absolutely Clear Following Michigan State’s Win

Duke walked into Chicago on Tuesday night looking like one of the toughest teams in the country. The Blue Devils were ranked No. 2; they had opened the season with two blowout wins, and they came with one of the deepest rosters in college basketball. Michigan State, ranked No. 5, had other plans. They led from start to finish and won 79-73. Afterward, in an interview, Tom Izzo said something that sounded more like praise for Duke than a victory speech. “I am a little surprised, ’cause I think they’re a really, really good team, and I feel bad saying that because then it looks like, ‘oh, John d...

East Lansing, MI · 3d

ESPN

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Men's college basketball Power Rankings: A whole new list after two weeks of games

After two weeks of play, Florida tops the rankings, while Kansas and UCLA made big jumps with signature wins.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Ramblers Come Back to Defeat Red Wolves

CHICAGO -- In a midweek matchup at home, sophomore MD Ntambue hit the buzzer-beating shot to lead Loyola Chicago over Arkansas State on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Ramblers (2-1, 0-0 A10) had three players in double figures, led by Ntambue with 16 points, six rebounds and four assists -- all career-bests. Sophomore Angela Le Faou also had a career night, adding 15 points and six rebounds, and junior Gabby Wilke helped out with a season-best 10 points from the bench.

Chicago, IL · 2d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Five area schools play in state football quarterfinal games Saturday

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Five area high schools are playing in football state quarterfinal playoff games Saturday. In class 7A, unbeaten Normal Community (11-0) hosts second-ranked Chicago Brother Rice. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Normal West can make school history with a win at Wheaton Warrenville South in the class 6A playoffs. A victory […]

Normal, IL · 6h

Ball Exclusives

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Blue Demons Beat Huskies 85-65 as Clarke Scores 20

The DePaul Blue Demons beat the Northern Illinois Huskies 85-65 at Wintrust Arena. The post Blue Demons Beat Huskies 85-65 as Clarke Scores 20 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Dekalb, IL · 2d

NBC Sports

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How to watch No. 13 Notre Dame vs. DePaul: TV info, head-to-head record, storylines for Saturday’s game

Hannah Hidalgo and the Fighting Irish host the Blue Demons on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 1pm ET at the 2026 SoFi Shamrock Classic. Notre Dame leads the all-time series between the duo, 27-20. The teams last faced off in December 2021, where Notre Dame took home a 91-86 win. The...

Chicago, IL · 22h

WBEZ

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Where to ice skate in Chicago and the suburbs 2026

With the season’s first snowflakes potentially falling on Friday, it’s a sign that now is the time to hit the rink. Whether you have your sights set on Olympic glory or don’t know a snowplow from a salchow, one of these 14 Chicago-area venues, from great date night spots to large, regulation-sized rinks, offer something for skaters of all levels. At Skatium Ice Arena in Skokie, you’ll even find classic rink fare like burgers and nachos with Jamaican flair.

Chicago, IL · 1d

BroBible

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NIU Basketball Coach Honors Mike Ditka With Amazing Outfit He Tied Together By Turning His Beard Into A Mustache

The sports world lost a legend last month when Mike Ditka passed away at the age of 86. The man who played for and coached the Bears was an almost mythical figure in Chicago and the surrounding area, and NIU’s new basketball coach absolutely nailed the tribute we were treated to when he headed out […] The post NIU Basketball Coach Honors Mike Ditka With Amazing Outfit He Tied Together By Turning His Beard Into A Mustache appeared first on BroBible.

Dekalb, IL · 1d