It’s embarrassing being a White Sox fan in 2023. The late-2010’s rebuild is already collapsing, and the team has nothing to show for it. Shortstop Tim Anderson, a one-time catalyst for change, is now an anchor for a team going nowhere.

After failing to get to second base on a passed ball, Anderson sulked back to first base and was caught on-camera muttering to former White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu, allegedly saying, “I hate this place”.

If Tim hates it here, he should LEAVE.

The Sox now sit at 14-28. It’s May. There’s no hope.

Ring Around Chicago (Friday): Join Brian & Kenzie on Friday from 10a-11a at the ~MYSTERY LOCATION~ for a chance to win a Hearts On Fire Acclaim Engagement Ring valued at $8,000 from James & Sons Fine Jewelers. Contest rules can be found here.

White Sox host the Astros (Friday-Sunday): The struggling White Sox host the Houston Astros for a three-game series at home this weekend.

Strawberry Festival in Bridgeview (Friday-Sunday): This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before with delicious food, strawberries, a petting zoo, and so much more. Tickets can be purchased here.

Chicago Mayfest in Lincoln Park (Friday-Sunday): Two stages will showcase Chicago’s most acclaimed musicians while festival goers enjoy a variety of delicious summertime food and all the libations needed to light up your weekend. You won’t want to miss this celebration of the sights, sounds and tastes of Chicago’s glorious Summer Season. Now with the Armitage Art Show on in the heart of the festival, you’ll get to experience Chicago’s top artists as they showcase and sell their work and feature interactive art demonstrations! Get details here.

Whose Line Is It Anyway? Live at the Studebaker Theater (Friday-Sunday): “Whose Live Anyway?” is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. The Emmy-nominated TV show now takes the stage for multiple shows live at the Studebaker Theater this weekend.

WhiskyFest at the Hyatt Regency in the Loop (Friday): Take a trip around the world while tasting single malt and blended Scotch, Irish, bourbon, rye, Tennessee, Japanese, Canada and craft-distilled whiskies at this annual brown-spirits blowout. Tickets can be purchased here.

The Great Penguin Party at Shedd (Friday): Hell. Yes. Party alongside Wellington, Edward and Annie at the Shedd Aquarium’s roaring ’20s-themed soiree The Great Penguin Party, where guests can sip drinks from an open bar and hear live music. Penguins will be wearing tuxedos, but you can dress how you’d like. Tickets can be purchased here.

Lincoln Roscoe Spring Art and Craft Fair (Saturday-Sunday): Returning to Chicago on Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14, this northside event features art for the home including fabulous paintings, sculptures, and fiber pieces, as well as décor, jewelry and more; all hand made by artists and artisans. Live music all weekend long, painting classes, selfie stations, festival food, interactive art activities for kids hosted by local businesses, as well as the brand new “Kids Art Stop” where artists invite children to stop at their booth to learn more about the art making process, make this a fun-filled event. Secure your spot here.

Fire host the St. Louis City SC (Saturday): The Chicago Fire host the fierce St. Louis squad on Saturday at Soldier Field.

NASCAR Watch Party at Stadium Club at The Max (Sunday): Join Q101 to watch The GOODYEAR 400 and cheer on your favorite drivers at our official watch party! Join us at Stadium Club at the Max located at 4740 Vernom Ave, in McCook on Sunday, May 14th from 2pm – 5pm for a watch party filled with high-speed thrills, delicious food, and unbeatable company. Get ready for the green flag with a cold drink in hand and a group of friends by your side.

Before Blink-182’s show in Detroit at the start of the week, Tom DeLonge surprised a fan with cash and VIP tickets.

It turns out, the fan had just lost his job, so this couldn’t have come at a better time.

Good Lord.

American Airlines is under fire for allegedly losing a man’s prosthetic leg. Michael Williams, the man now without a leg, said, “You can’t do this to somebody that’s disabled. Just say, ‘Hey, we lost something of yours, but we’re not going to pay for it.'”

Williams said he followed all of AA’s delayed or damaged baggage protocols and he eventually received a reimbursement check for a little more than $600. That’s a little shy of the $26,000 that is required for a new leg.

American Airlines has not responded to the case.

Kouri Richins garnered praise and attention last year after writing a children’s book about her husband’s death that was intended to help children process grief. Now, she’s become the villain of her own story, after she was charged with murdering said husband. According to reports, autopsy and a toxicology report found that Eric Richins died from a fentanyl overdose, according to the probable cause statement. The medical examiner said that he had five times the lethal dosage of fentanyl in his system and that it was “illicit” fentanyl and not medical-grade. It is also believed he ingested the drugs orally.

“Are You With Me?” is no longer available on Amazon.

Rejoice, chicken lovers.

Customers at McDonald’s will be eligible for a free McChicken sandwich today, as long as they order through the app. The deal is offered to new and existing users of the app at participating McDonald’s, though first-time app users will earn three times the rewards points.

Enjoy!

Teachers: they work too hard and they aren’t paid enough. Luckily, Corporate America has decided that this week is for them (that’s progress, right?) and teachers can score big at the following establishments this week:

• Applebees – free appetizer with purchase of any entrée and valid ID (May 1-May 13 at participating locations)
• Great Wolf Lodge – Up to 40% off when using code TEACHER. Must be booked by May 14, dates include May 10 – Sept. 21
• Firehouse Subs – Teachers throughout the U.S. can get a free medium sub with the purchase of an additional medium or large sub, chips and drink with a valid ID badge. (May 8-12)
• Sonic is offering teachers using the company’s app a free cheeseburger with additional purchase for those in their Teachers’ Circle reward program.
• Staples
  • Teachers get $30 back in rewards when they spend $100 or more (May 7-13)
  • $15 off signs, banners and posters when you spend $75 or more (May 1-27)
  • $10 off document printing when you spend $40 or more (May 1-27)
• Subway – Chance to win free Subway sandwiches online. Teachers and nurses can visit Subway’s website between daily May 8 through May 12 at 9 a.m. EST for a chance to win one of 2,000 free subs daily. The promotion is also available to nurses.
• Target – Circle members with a valid Teacher ID can receive 10% off qualifying store purchases through May 13

Shout at a teacher that made a difference in your life on the Q101 Facebook page!

Alicia Dougherty is a mother of 12. Being a mother of 12 is incredibly hard, and we want to respect that as much as we possibly can. But she did something that we can’t forgive.

She loaded up her kiddie pool with nachos and had her kids dig in. We were repulsed by this. We were flabbergasted by this. We couldn’t believe this.

What meal reminds you of home? The conversation lives on Facebook!