The pressure for success in Chicago sports
By: Nick Mantas and Aaron Rose Medill Reports The Chicago Bears and Bulls haven’t won a championship in this century. ESPN and Sun Times reporters weigh in on the reasons for what has led to their unsuccessful seasons and what next season could bring for both organizations. During the second segment, we talk about the challenges of […]
With an assist from the Blackhawks, a family tries to honor their son’s last wish
By Caley Chelios For weeks, 5-year-old Ross MacNeill had been experiencing headaches. His mom, Kim MacNeill, took him to the doctor for an MRI. Shortly after, on July 3, 2009, she received a phone call she would never forget. The doctor said the test showed her son Ross — whom she called “the greatest bundle […]