I want to begin this column with a disclaimer; this will only cover teams firmly in the Field of 68 or on the bubble, and not the Power Conference teams whose seasons went belly-up in December — ...

Illinois' 20-point win Sunday in Ann Arbor was more significant than just impending NCAA Tournament implications.

Just this week, head coach Brad Underwood was finally able to hold near full practices. More importantly, the Illini appear ...

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The calendar has turned to March. That means one week remains before a Big Ten regular-season champion is crowned ...

Country music star Carrie Underwood has spoken up about her support of same-sex marriage in a recent interview. As June marks Gay Pride month, several celebrities are voicing their beliefs.