The Cubs have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball this summer, and 'Locked On Cubs' podcast partners Matt Cozzi and Sam Olbur, both of whom grew up in the Chicago suburbs, have kept fans up to date after every game

In addition to working for his own autograph business, Bourbonnais resident Donnie Daugherty spent last week's 45th National Sports Card Convention volunteering his time for Signatures for Soliders, a nonprofit that raises money for unhoused and disabled veterans.

The Cissna Park volleyball team is heading into the 2025 season looking to follow up on back-to-back appearances in the state finals, with its experienced senior core leading the way.

Motorcycles were on display and in action in Ogle County at the Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club’s hillclimb on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025.

The grandstands were packed Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 for the ever-popular demolition derby at the Ogle County Fair in Oregon.

Downers Grove South senior Joseph Vieyra has prided himself on playing a multitude of positions, and last season played strong safety, but also played running back, long snapper, holder, kick returner and even punted a few times. He's a key returner for the Mustangs this fall.

Viewers will likely not see any immediate impacts until next year once everything is approved

Here are some of the top storylines to watch for from several fall sports this upcoming season.

Sports card collectors from near and far flocked to Rosemont last week for the 45th National Sports Card Convention.

Over 200 high schools in Illinois are expected to have girls flag football teams this year as the sport's popularity continues to rise. "There’s no shortage of opportunities."

Kankakee native and 2016 Bishop McNamara graduate Jonathan Ward signed with the New York Giants on Monday.

The competition for Abby and Aubree Boss on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, meant much more than just a chance to win a trophy.

Motorcycles were on display and in action at the Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club's hillclimb Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. The club is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year and also held a motorcycle show at its final event of the season. The club grounds - home to hillclimbs since 1935 - are located on Pines Road between Oregon and Polo.

The grandstands were packed Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, for the ever-popular demolition derby at the Ogle County Fair in Oregon.

The Beecher Muskies won their first NABF World Series championship since 2010 with a wild 10-6 comeback victory at North Central College on Sunday, their second straight game coming back from a late five-run deficit.

Following a 6-1 win in the quarterfinals, the Beecher Muskies came back from a late 8-3 deficit in the NABF World Series semifinals at North Central College on Saturday, winning 10-9 to advance to the title game for the second year in a row.

To tryout for the Waubonsee Commnunity College softball team you need experience, a current physical, and be enrolled full-time at WCC for fall classes.

The Beecher Muskies opened up pool play in the NABF World Series with a pair of big wins on Wednesday and Thursday.

The 2027 All-Star Game will be held at Wrigley Field, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred announced Friday

A closer look at how Ben Johnson is reshaping Caleb Williams’ foundation for long-term success in Chicago

About 200 attendees toured Bradley's 315 Sports Park during a Bradley Business After Hours event on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The Chicago Bears are over a week into their first training camp under new head coach Ben Johnson. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the first part of training camp and what they've learned so far

The 2025 boys soccer season is nearly upon us, so here are a handful of storylines to keep an eye on this year.

The Sterling Park District has released its fall 2025 Activity Guide, showcasing fitness programs, recreational sports, wellness services, and family-friendly events designed to engage residents of all ages.

Kankakee basketball star Lincoln Williams was alongside Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in a shoe commercial for Nike's newly-released Giannis Freak 7's.

Mason Schweizer looks at a handful of storylines to keep an eye on during the upcoming girls volleyball season.

The Vipers Track Club's 4x400 mixed relay team won a national title at the USATF National Junior Olympic Championships over the weekend where 24 athletes in total, six of which are from the Daily Journal area, earned All-American honors.

After a torn ACL cost her her junior soccer season, Ella Langellier picked up a camera and learned photography as she recovered. Now, the recent Bishop McNamara graduate is set to do both at Olivet Nazarene University.

The Beecher Muskies wrapped their regular season with a 22-9 record, going 1-2 in last week's games with the NABF World Series set to get underway on Wednesday.

The Sterling Junior All-Stars wrapped up their Little League season with a district championship and appearance in the state semifinals.

Bishop McNamara will be adding boys and girls swimming to its slate of athletics this fall.

The Beecher Muskies went 3-1 in their games over the last week, improving to 21-7 on the season overall.

Chase Holland earned a payday in the modified feature, Austin McCarty won his fifth straight pro late model feature and more result from the Kankakee County Speedway's July 18 races.

The Chicago Bears will start their first training camp under new head coach Ben Johnson this week. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar preview camp and the major storylines they're looking at over the next six weeks

Justus McNair, 19, is the founder of the Joliet-based Justus League Hoop Inc., which supports mental health in student-athletes.

President Donald Trump wants Washington’s football franchise and Cleveland’s baseball team to revert to their former names

This month’s Friends of the Hennepin Canal hike will be Sunday, July 20, and will be on the feeder canal from Bridge 59 to Bridge 62.

J.T. Pedelty, Eddie Carifio and Sam Ramirez react to the IHSA football schedule getting released in the latest Friday Night Drive podcast, and break down games in DeKalb and La Salle counties, along with the Sauk Valley region

Steve Soucie and Josh Welge preview the 2025 IHSA high school football schedule, including games to watch and more in the latest Friday Night Drive podcast

Friday Night Drive’s Josh Welge and Joel Boenitz discuss what the IHSA football schedule will look like in the western suburbs for the 2025 season, games they are looking forward to, and more

Steve Soucie and Mason Schweizer discuss the upcoming IHSA football schedule release and how it affects teams in Kankakee County on the latest Friday Night Drive podcast

Kankakee Community College pitcher Peyton Niksch signed with the Milwaukee Brewers as an undrafted free agent this week after wrapping a stellar season with the Cavaliers.

The Bradley-Bourbonnais All Stars 12u team and ACBA All Stars Pinto team ended their seasons over the weekend.

Hits are common at a baseball park, but a microburst storm hit the 315 Sports Park late last week causing significant damage.

With temperatures rising worldwide, scientists warn that staging the World Cup and other soccer tournaments in the Northern Hemisphere summer is getting increasingly dangerous for both players and spectators

Herscher's Drew Rogers and Kankakee's Nevaeh Lowe and Jayon Morrow all put their talent on display in the 2024-24 college cross country and track and field seasons.

The Beecher Muskies picked up three wins over the last week, improving their record to 18-6 and extending their winning streak to five games.

Register online now for Princeton Youth Soccer League through July 31.

Fresh off of a fourth-place finish at the inaugural IHSA State Finals last year, the Bradley-Bourbonnais girls flag football made an early statement as a state contender yet again in 2025 this week

Former White Sox first-rounder Kris Honel left the game of baseball behind for several years after retiring in 2012. But the Bourbonnais native and former Providence Catholic star has been revitalized on and off the field after joining the Beecher Muskies last year.