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Legendary | Mexican-American Basketball Star Mark Aguirre Returns to His Chicago High School
Mexican-American basketball legend Mark Anthony Aguirre is a former NCAA student athlete of the year, a former first overall pick in the NBA draft and a two-time world champion. He recently returned home to give back to his community.
Chicago Park Districts: A Brief History
The earliest parks were created in Chicago between the 1830s and 1860s. Grant Park began as a strip of green space along Lake Michigan known as Lake Park. From Humboldt Park to Horner Park to Sherman Park, learn about the history of Chicago's 8800 acres of parkland and the origins.
Legendary | Wrigley Field designated as National Historic Landmark
Wrigley Field has been designated as a National Historic Landmark, affirming its significance to the city of Chicago, professional sports and the United States.
Beyond A Game | Hate or Love it, Sports Are a Part of Our Daily Lives
There seem to be two polar responses: some dismiss sports as merely a game, while others worship sports as nearly a god. Sports are a part of our daily lives #beyondagame
Beyond A Game | Youth and Chess: Closing the Intergenerational Gap in America
Exploring the impact of sport in alleviating social isolation and providing concrete services to older adults.
Beyond A Game | Lovable Losers No More: What the Chicago Cubs Winning Really Means
Imagine the Chicago Cubs winning a World Series. After 108 years of waiting, the Cubs won the 2016 World Series with a victory over the Cleveland Indians. The Chicago Cubs shed themselves of the "Curse of the Billy Goat". But what does this Cubs win mean for Chicago and sports.