Movie review: Queen of Katwe
The movie about a girl who rises to the top of the chess scene in Uganda and discovers the power of her mind is a rewarding thing to watch.
Sports
IL concussion diagnoses up over 5 years
More IL students were diagnosed with concussions last year than in 2010, reflecting an increased awareness of concussion in youth sports.
National anthem protests continue in high schools
Protests over police-involved shootings of African-American males, common in news reports, have spread to high schools and student speech.
204 yards in 2 plays at Boys’ Latin
Desmond Banks at Boys' Latin in Md. ran back 2 plays in a football game Friday totaling 204 yards. One shouldn't have counted but did.
Band ridicules a college’s handling of sex assault
When sexual assault charges are negligibly glossed over, even the marching band at opposing schools knows the real story.
Batavia plays 1st home game on new turf
A new artificial turf field at Batavia HS outside Chicago got its debut Friday in a big, exciting win in football against Elgin HS.
Former E. Peoria football coach guilty of theft
A former football coach at E Peoria Comm HS will serve a year of probation for the theft of funds that were supposed to be for the football team.
Team Up, Speak Up, Fight Concussions on Sept. 13
To increase awareness of concussions among athletes (and hopefully reduce the occurrence), a foundation is broadcasting a 112-year-old speech.
School throws parade for gymnast Laura Zeng
The folks at Libertyville HS threw a parade for Laura Zeng, probably the best rhythmic gymnast in US history, after her 11th-place finish in Rio.
Ind. team forfeits games after hazing alleged
Criminal charges may soon be filed against several members of a high school football team in Indiana following hazing over 2 years.