We're stunned and saddened right now at the news that Sheffield's owner and Friend of Chicagoist Ric Hess passed away last night. Hess had a heart attack at the bar. more ›

Cubs fans are nothing if not loyal. They have 99 years of practice keeping a stiff upper lip, insisting “you gotta believe” this year will be the one in which the lovable losers finally break all the curses and become the center of a World Series victory ticker tape parade. more ›