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A Chicago-based wheelchair basketball team composed largely of gunshot survivors uses adaptive sports to rebuild lives, mentor newcomers, and inspire a city.
The Chicago Hornets, a wheelchair basketball team composed mainly of gunshot survivors, illustrate how adaptive sports foster physical recovery and psychosocial resilience. Coach Jorge Alfaro and player Juan Ortiz, both paralyzed by gunshots, mentor newcomers, recruit through news of shootings, and share their stories via a podcast, highlighting the transformative power of community support.
The new Little League field in Garfield Park will feature artificial turf, batting cages and upgraded infrastructure, funded by city and state dollars.
NASCAR plans a 2027 return to Chicago, aligning the street race with the Sueños music festival as city officials and the racing series negotiate a revised deal that promises greater financial and logistical benefits.
NASCAR is preparing to race in Chicago again in 2027, potentially sharing the weekend with the Sueños music festival. Close talks between city representatives and NASCAR leadership aim to address past concerns and secure a mutually beneficial deal.