Eli Ong

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Digital Sports Writer at WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)

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Weekend Break: Vintage on the Avenue

5 days ago | wgntv.com | Shannon Halligan |Eli Ong

CHICAGO (WGN) — A vintage-focused pop-up took place on Michigan Avenue this weekend, an ideal spot to stop, shop and beat the heat in the heart of the city. Norine Claffey helped put on the event, bringing something new but old to Michigan Avenue. “Vintage is not represented on Michigan Avenue, and there are so many tourists who love vintage but they are not familiar with the neighborhoods,” Claffey said.
Pritzker, Welch celebrate Juneteenth at Hillside Memorial Park District

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Angelica Sanchez |Eli Ong

HILLSIDE, Ill. (WGN) — From the city to the suburbs, Juneteenth celebrations are happening all across Chicagoland. In the western suburbs, Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch joined local families at Hillside Memorial Park District for Welch’s fourth annual Juneteenth celebration held at the park. Pritzker: “Abraham Lincoln is the one who signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Our greatest president. What state was he from?” Pritzker: “Alright.
Josh and JP break down White Sox's 5-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Jarrett Payton |Josh Frydman |Eli Ong

CHICAGO (WGN) — The GN Sports crew won’t let technical difficulties get them down. Josh Frydman continues his play-by-play while Jarrett Payton switches to a White Sox jersey and gives South Side baseball fans a worthwhile re-enactment!Willson Contreras hit a tying homer in the eighth inning and pinch-hitter Yohel Pozo singled home the go-ahead run as the St. Louis Cardinals rallied past the skidding Chicago White Sox 5-4 in the first game of a doubleheader Thursday.
Josh and JP break down Cubs 8-7 loss to the Brewers

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Jarrett Payton |Josh Frydman |Eli Ong

CHICAGO (WGN) — What happens when technical difficulties prevent you from getting highlights into the newscast on time? Josh Frydman gives you the play-by-play while Jarrett Payton buttons up his Cubs jersey, grabs a bat and steps into the box to re-enact the action!Isaac Collins hit a three-run homer, rookie Caleb Durbin added a two-run drive and the Milwaukee Brewers held off the Chicago Cubs 8-7 on Thursday.
Congressman Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia condemns ICE raids at Chicago town hall

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Bronagh Tumulty |Eli Ong

CHICAGO (WGN) — United States Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia condemned ICE immigration raids in Chicago at a South Side town hall Tuesday evening. “By in far, the people being apprehended are not the worst of the worst. That’s what is so troubling by what’s going on in the country,” Garcia said. “They’ve come after immigrants, higher education, law firms.
Chicago church's landmark status decision set for City Council vote

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Sean Lewis |Marisa Rodriguez |Eli Ong

CHICAGO (WGN) — The fight over a historic church that’s set to receive landmark status played out at a City Council hearing Tuesday. Polish immigrants built St. Adalbert’s Catholic Church in the Pilsen neighborhood more than 150 years ago. Over the years, the church has become the spiritual home to Mexican immigrants across the city.
St. Laurence softball and baseball teams prepare for IHSA State Tournament together

2 weeks ago | wgntv.com | StormSolymallshop NowUndo |StormSolymallshop Now |Kaitlin Sharkey |Eli Ong

BURBANK, Ill. (WGN) — For the first time in St. Laurence High School’s history, the softball team with join the baseball team as the two travel downstate for the IHSA State Tournament. “I think we finished within minutes [of each other]. So, we’re cheering and then heard baseball won. The girls are supporting, the boys are supporting,” St. Laurence softball head coach Teagan Walsh said. “It makes me the most happy that they’re so excited.
Rookie health looms over Bears offseason heading into training camp

2 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Eli Ong |Josh Frydman

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (WGN) — Caleb Williams is hungry and taking every opportunity to learn Ben Johnson’s offense. The Chicago Bears’ head coach is chewing players out for mistakes, while praising others for their success—something veterans have eaten up. Not much is wrong in the land of Bears, except for one thing. Their top two draft picks haven’t seen much of the field this offseason.
Caleb Williams embraces opportunity for extra reps at Bears last voluntary OTAs

2 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Eli Ong |Josh Frydman

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (WGN) — The last portion of voluntary OTAs is usually reserved for rookies and fringe players trying to make the 53-man roster, but Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is using it as an opportunity to get more reps learning Ben Johnson’s playbook. “[Caleb]’s committed to learning the offense. We’re not where we need to be yet, as a team, and he understands that,” Johnson said Tuesday.
Harvey Alderwoman Chapman returns to City Council, remains confident in felony charge's dismissal

2 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Bronagh Tumulty |Alonzo Small |Eli Ong

HARVEY, Ill. (WGN) — Harvey Ald. Colby Chapman (2nd Ward) returned to City Council Monday, and remains confident her current felony charge of aggravated battery against a police officer will be dismissed. Speaking with WGN TV News ahead of her first council meeting since the announcement of filed charges against her, Chapman maintains her optimism.