Kevin Davis Jr. attended Michele Clark Magnet High School right on the block at 5101 W. Harrison St., near Laramie Avenue and the Eisenhower Expressway. Someone fired several rounds in his direction as he left the school at 3:16 p.m. Tuesday.

Sports Events Culture in Chicago

Whether you’re a sports nut or just a casual fan, you’ll find plenty of reasons to get excited about sports in Chicago. From professional to minor league, you’ll find something for everyone.

The city is also home to several storied sports teams in the National Football League, National Hockey League and Major League Baseball. Not to mention a slew of amateur sports teams in everything from volleyball to flag football. There are a few that have made the national stage and a few that have been around for decades.

In short, Chicago is the sports town. The city is a buzz with a fanbase as wide as a tree, and sports fans tend to be loyal to a fault. While it’s no surprise that the city is home to many teams, the storied Chicago Blackhawks have been a fixture in the NHL for nearly 30 years. It’s also home to the Chicago Cubs, a Major League Baseball franchise that generates about $600 million in revenue for the state of Illinois every year.

The city has hosted several major sporting events, including the NBA’s playoffs in the past and the World Series in 2009. In fact, the city has been listed as one of the world’s best sports towns for several years running. With more than a million sports enthusiasts calling the Windy City home, you’re sure to find something for your sporting fetish in Chicago.

In addition to sporting events, the city also features a number of other attractions that are well worth the trip. You’ll find the tallest building in the world and plenty of upscale shopping options to boot.