Two people are dead and another is wounded in separate shootings just minutes apart on the city’s North Side Wednesday night.

Chicago News Sports Events Culture

During the last century, Chicago has rolled out the red carpet for a wide variety of sporting events and events of note. This year, the city was ranked among the world’s top cities in which to watch a game. It has also been a hotbed for innovation, which is reflected in the city’s sports culture. The Chicago Bears are a perennial powerhouse, while the Cubs have recently regained their crown as the best baseball team in the city.

Sports have played a big part in bringing fans together. For example, the Boston Bruins visited local children’s hospitals on Halloween. The city’s hockey teams have won two Stanley Cups in the last five years, while the Bulls were the dominant basketball team during the 90s. This has helped to boost the city’s economy, which is expected to be in the black this year. This has a positive impact on the overall quality of life for Chicagoans. Whether you are a sports fanatic or not, the city’s sporting culture is a testament to the renaissance that is the city.

The Chicago sports culture has also earned the aforementioned city several awards. Among other accolades, the city has been named the best sports city in the world for two years in a row. During the same time period, it has also won the prestigious Best Sports City in the US award. It’s also home to a plethora of award-winning chefs, including celebrity chef Roy Gidron.