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Sam Sianis, Iconic Owner of Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern, Passes Away at 91

Sam Sianis, Iconic Owner of Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern, Passes Away at 91

Sam Sianis, the beloved owner of Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern, has died at the age of 91. Known for his charismatic presence and dedication to the tavern, Sianis was a key figure in maintaining the establishment's cultural significance. The Billy Goat Tavern, famous for its ties to the 'Billy Goat curse' on the Chicago Cubs and its depiction in a 'Saturday Night Live' sketch, became a staple for journalists and locals alike. Sianis, who immigrated from Greece, took over the tavern from his uncle in 1970 and expanded its legacy across Chicago.
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MLB roundup: Astros blank Rangers as Spencer Arrighetti flirts with no-hitter

MLB roundup: Astros blank Rangers as Spencer Arrighetti flirts with no-hitter

Spencer Arrighetti carried a no-hitter into the eighth inning and Isaac Paredes provided early offensive support with a solo home run as the Houston Astros claimed the opener of a three-game series against the visiting Texas Rangers with a 2-0 victory on Friday.
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Actor Belmont Cameli Chooses White Sox Over Cubs for Ceremonial First Pitch

Actor Belmont Cameli Chooses White Sox Over Cubs for Ceremonial First Pitch

Actor Belmont Cameli Chooses White Sox Over Cubs for Ceremonial First Pitch
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Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers @ Minnesota Twins

Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers @ Minnesota Twins

Brewers head to Twin Cities to take on interleague rivals
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Grichuk powers White Sox past Royals 6-2 for their fifth straight win

Grichuk powers White Sox past Royals 6-2 for their fifth straight win

Randal Grichuk hit a two-run homer and drove in four runs, leading the Chicago White Sox to a 6-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals
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MLB roundup: Pirates' Paul Skenes takes no-hitter into 7th vs. Rockies

MLB roundup: Pirates' Paul Skenes takes no-hitter into 7th vs. Rockies

Paul Skenes flirted with a no-hitter for the second consecutive start, striking out 10 and allowing two hits over eight scoreless innings to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-1 win over the visiting Colorado Rockies on Tuesday.
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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 43

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 43

Cubs bats remain silent in a 4-1 loss, the team’s fourth straight.
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A brief history of the Cubs/White Sox Crosstown Series

A brief history of the Cubs/White Sox Crosstown Series

There have been some memorable games in the all-Chicago series.
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Veteran reliever Liam Hendriks agrees to a minor league deal with the Cubs, AP source says

Veteran reliever Liam Hendriks agrees to a minor league deal with the Cubs, AP source says

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract with Liam Hendriks, giving the veteran reliever another chance to make his way back to the majors
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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 44

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 44

Cubs pitching and defense lead the way in a 2-0 win to stop the team’s skid.
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MLB roundup: Shohei Ohtani lowers ERA to 0.82 as Dodgers blank Giants

MLB roundup: Shohei Ohtani lowers ERA to 0.82 as Dodgers blank Giants

Shohei Ohtani pitched seven scoreless innings, Santiago Espinal and Mookie Betts hit back-to-back home runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.
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Illinois State Museum Launches Route 66 Exhibit Highlighting Historical Significance

Illinois State Museum Launches Route 66 Exhibit Highlighting Historical Significance

The Illinois State Museum is set to open a new exhibition titled 'Miles of Memories: Stories of Route 66' on May 23. This exhibit focuses on the history and cultural impact of U.S. Route 66, a highway that once served as a major route between Chicago and Los Angeles. The exhibition will feature personal stories and historical artifacts, including vintage souvenirs, neon signs, and classic Burma-Shave signs. A key component of the exhibit is the Route 66 Oral History Project, which includes 100 recorded interviews with individuals who experienced the highway during its peak years. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to excerpts from these interviews, providing a personal connection to the history of Route 66.