Gruff

The Gruffalo, the much-loved monster from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's children's books, is making a comeback, with news coverage announcing the character's return. Fans of the bestselling picture-book series are reacting to word that the famous creature will feature in new material, reviving interest in one of the most popular children's stories of recent decades.

Chicago icon Mike Ditka's legendary rendition of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' during the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field is being remembered by fans and MLB media. Ditka, the former Bears coach, became a beloved fixture at Cubs games, delivering his famously gruff, spirited performances of the traditional song that endeared him to Chicago sports fans.