Tim Walz and JD Vance have vaulted themselves out of national obscurity as they hustle to introduce themselves to the country, but the senator from Ohio has had a rockier start than the Minnesota governor.
Day: August 22, 2024
Parents of American held by Hamas appeal for hostages’ release during Democratic National Convention
The parents of a 23-year-old American taken hostage by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel gave a moving speech Wednesday at the Democratic National Convention, pleading for the release of the dozens of people who continue to be held captive in Gaza.
Overhauled Chicago Cubs bullpen finds its stride with stellar stretch — including an MLB-best ERA
Tyson Miller is third among NL relievers with a 0.77 WHIP and 1.29 ERA following his trade to the Chicago Cubs on May 14.
Tim Walz formally accepts Democratic VP nomination
A Nebraska native and former teacher, football coach and congressman, Tim Walz was chosen over a list of other better-known Democrats, including de facto DNC host Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Tim Walz will speak at the DNC Wednesday, here’s how to watch
A Nebraska native and former teacher, football coach and congressman, Tim Walz was chosen over a list of other better-known Democrats, including de facto DNC host Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Bill Clinton’s ’96 United Center speech still has some relevance, but does he?
The former president who was renominated in 1996 in Chicago hits on similar themes amid a much-changed political landscape.
‘A vote is a kind of prayer’: Warnock, Buttigieg call Illinois Dems to action
Some Illinois Dems are ready for campaign roads trips after rousing remarks by Cabinet secretary, history-making senator.
Chicago White Sox salvage the finale but lose their 14th straight series. 3 takeaways from the 3 games in San Francisco.
The Chicago White Sox scored four runs in the ninth inning Wednesday to beat the Giants 6-2. Here are three takeaways from their series in San Francisco.
Joey Votto, the 2010 NL MVP and a 6-time All-Star with the Cincinnati Reds, announces his retirement
TORONTO — Former National League MVP and six-time All-Star Joey Votto announced his retirement from baseball in a short video posted to social media Wednesday. The Toronto-born Votto signed a minor league contract with his hometown team in March and, following a lengthy layoff because of an ankle injury, had been playing at Triple-A Buffalo. […]
Climate events outside the DNC campus highlight progress, call for action
Chicago activities include a tour of an all-electric home in North Lawndale, happy hour and watch party at the Salt Shed and a climate voter party.