Patrick Kane said he hasn’t adjusted his expectations despite the Blackhawks’ winless start. | AP Photos Admitting otherwise would mean stating the truth. But admitting otherwise would also create a PR mess, which both Hawks cornerstones know they’re obligated to
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High schools begin playing football games in violation of state health guidelines
Despite CIF and California Department of Public Health guidelines barring high school sports competitions because of the coronavirus pandemic, several football games involving high school teams were played over the weekend in Southern California. Coaches for Capistrano Valley Christian and
Navalny Prepares to Fly to Moscow, Despite Threat of Arrest
But analysts said that despite the bureaucratic drumbeat, the final decision over Mr. Navalny’s fate would be made in the Kremlin. In years past, the authorities have avoided locking Mr. Navalny up for longer than a few weeks at a
Harden Reunites With Durant, Far from the Hearts of Sonics Fans
SEATTLE — If you’re a fan of the Seattle SuperSonics, jilted long ago despite decades of loyal love, you’re seriously happy for the last great talent from your team. That would be Kevin Durant. After a year spent rehabilitating a
Seattle SuperSonics Fans Can Relate to Houston’s Loss of Kevin Durant
SEATTLE — If you’re a serious fan of the Seattle SuperSonics, jilted long ago despite decades of loyal love, you’re seriously happy for the last great talent from your team. That would be Kevin Durant. After a year spent rehabilitating
Jeremy Colliton signs 2-year contract extension as Blackhawks coach, cementing role in rebuild
Jeremy Colliton was set to enter the final season of his original contract Wednesday. | AP Photos Despite little success in his first two years, the Hawks have committed to Colliton as the coach to run their rebuild. Despite little
LAFC adds two versatile players, trading for Corey Baird and signing Kim Moon-hwan
LAFC used a franchise-record 28 players in 2020 despite playing the shortest season in MLS history. So when general manager John Thorrington started rebuilding his roster for 2021, versatility was something he wanted on every resume. His first two additions
As Madigan hangs on, House Democrats wait for full field of speaker candidates to emerge
Despite being weakened by a federal investigation of Commonwealth Edison’s efforts to influence him, House Speaker Michael Madigan is fighting hard to retain power. | Rich Hein / Sun-Times file It’s been two months now since it became apparent Illinois
The Situation Still Gets Surprised By “Jersey Shore” Cameras
Despite a decade of reality TV fame, Mike Sorrentino still doesn’t understand how "Family Vacation" filming works. Watch "Daily Pop" weekdays at 11am|10c, only on E!
New Years parties persist in LA County despite increasingly dire coronavirus situation
Despite repeated warnings and a new public awareness campaign highlighting the alarming death rates among Los Angeles County coronavirus patients — someone is dying every 10 minutes, health officials say — hundreds of people gathered in the parking lot of
Randall Cunningham Is Back in the N.F.L. … as Raiders Chaplain
Despite his best efforts, Randall Cunningham just can’t retire from football. A former quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles and Minnesota Vikings, he tried walking away from the game twice, dabbling in a variety of activities to fill the void. “Going
Streaming subscriptions were way, way up in 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has helped streaming services thrive in 2020, despite an influx of new competitors jockeying for viewership. The top streamers, including Netflix, Disney Plus and Amazon’s Prime Video will finish the year with a total 50 percent more
No passing fancy for Lakers: 5 takeaways from win over Minnesota
The Lakers, despite playing without All-Star forward Anthony Davis, improved to 2-1 on the new season. Here are five takeaways from the Lakers’ 127-91 victory over Minnesota on Sunday at Staples Center. 1) Kyle Kuzma got hot, like flame-thrower hot,
Two in a row over contenders: 5 takeaways from the Clippers’ win over the Nuggets
Despite losing Kawhi Leonard for the last six minutes of Friday’s fourth quarter after a scary moment and lots of blood, the Clippers improved to 2-0 by holding off Denver’s late charge to win their first road game this season,
Elon Musk says taking Tesla private would be an ‘impossible’ task
It is “impossible” for Elon Musk to turn Tesla private — despite the CEO’s belief that ridding the electric carmaker of its duties as a public company would help accelerate innovation, he said Christmas Eve. “Engineering, design & general company
Climate Change Legislation Included in Coronavirus Relief Deal
The push by industry to enact the bill brought along support from Republicans, despite Mr. Trump’s opposition to climate policy. At least 16 Republicans have signed on as sponsors to the legislation, which was jointly written by Senator Thomas Carper
Fed finds big US banks in solid shape; keeps dividend limits
The Federal Reserve says the 33 largest U.S. banks are in strong shape despite the pandemic’s economic shock By MARCY GORDON AP Business Writer December 18, 2020, 9:42 PM • 2 min read WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve said Friday
Elliott: Chargers rookie quarterback Justin Herbert is the gift that will keep on giving
Almost despite themselves, the Chargers have found a gem in the wreckage of this dismal season. Justin Herbert’s poised performance in their 30-27 overtime victory over Las Vegas on Thursday confirmed what the team knew — he is their franchise
Fears of a ‘Twindemic’ Recede as Flu Lies Low
Despite the horrifying surge of Covid-19 cases and deaths in the United States right now, one bit of good news is emerging this winter: It looks unlikely that the country will endure a “twindemic” of both flu and the coronavirus
Second young elephant dies from virus at New York zoo
A second young elephant has died at a central New York zoo despite frantic efforts by staff to combat a lethal virus, zoo officials said Friday. “This is obviously the worst possible outcome, and it occurred after more than a
17 Republican Attorneys General Back Trump in Far-Fetched Election Lawsuit
Despite dozens of judges and courts rejecting challenges to the election, Republican attorneys general in 17 states on Wednesday backed President Trump in his increasingly desperate and audacious legal campaign to reverse the results. The show of support, in a
Spice Up Your Holiday Cookie Decorations
It’s time to break out the cookie cutters. Despite a forecast of canceled parties and virtual family gatherings, baking traditions go on. In fact, a scaled-down holiday season offers the perfect opportunity to try your hand at new decorating techniques.
‘They’re Playing With Our Lives’: What Happens Next for DACA’s ‘Dreamers’
LOS ANGELES — Despite being a college graduate, Maria Fernanda Madrigal Delgado had no choice in 2011 but to clean buildings and flip burgers in fast-food joints for cash because she was not eligible to work in the United States.
Chris Kattan is up for ‘A Night at the Roxbury’ sequel
Chris Kattan is eager to star in a “Night at the Roxbury” sequel despite saying last year that he destroyed his friendship with Will Ferrell while filming the original. In his explosive 2019 memoir, Kattan claimed that “SNL” honcho Lorne
Joey Bosa left feeling empty after three-sack performance in Chargers’ loss
The Chargers repeatedly have failed to win this season despite the weekly production of rookie quarterback Justin Herbert. On Sunday, defensive end Joey Bosa experienced some of the emptiness Herbert likely has been feeling. The defensive end had a career-high
Keep the mask: A vaccine won’t end the US crisis right away
Don’t even think of putting the mask away anytime soon. Despite the expected arrival of COVID-19 vaccines in just a few weeks, it could take several months — probably well into 2021 — before things get back to something close
Anthony Lynn: Don’t blame Chargers’ second-half woes on ‘relaxed’ players
Despite his team’s inability to close games and hold leads, Chargers coach Anthony Lynn continued to insist Sunday that his players are not letting up. Instead, as he has done repeatedly this season, Lynn credited the opposition, in this latest
Bears WR Allen Robinson presses on through contract extension impasse
Robinson is on track for one of the best seasons ever by a Bears wide receiver despite their quarterback problems. | AP Photos Other than a brief flare-up, Robinson has been a total professional about his contract status. That doesn’t
Biden Transition Pushes Ahead Despite Trump’s Obstacles
new video loaded: Biden Transition Pushes Ahead Despite Trump’s Obstacles transcript Back bars 0:00/1:27 –1:27 transcript Biden Transition Pushes Ahead Despite Trump’s Obstacles Yohannes Abraham and Jen Psaki, spokespeople for the Biden-Harris transition team, told reporters on Friday that the
BTS aims to prove ‘Life Goes On’ despite COVID-19 with new music
Despite the fact that they scored their first No. 1 hit in the US this year with “Dynamite,” BTS knows that 2020 has been bummer. And the South Korean boy band is here to soothe all your pandemic woes with