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Principal Camps Out On Roof After Students Meet Reading Goals
Hawthorne Scholastic Academy Principal Nate Pietrini asked all teachers at Hawthorne to set a reading goal for their class in an effort to increase the amount of time kids spent reading.
Officials Remind Residents To Get Proper Permits For Flood Cleanup Work
Work to repair flood damaged homes in some Chicago suburbs was just beginning on Friday, more than a week after the floods, as water levels were just beginning to fall for some communities.
Chicago Fire Festival To Light Up The Chicago River Next Year
The “Great Chicago Fire Festival” will launch in October 2014, and feature acrobatic performances, live music, and a river parade of art, dance, and fire.
Still Waiting For Spring, Maybe We Should Sue The Groundhog
It’s March 22, the third day of spring, but you’d never guess it by going outside or checking the forecast. So who do we blame for the lack of spring weather? Maybe we can follow the lead of an Ohio prosecutor, and take the groundhog to court.
Evanston Woman Returns Home After Carnival Cruise ‘Nightmare’
An Evanston woman who was on board the crippled Carnival Cruise Line ship that was stuck adrift for five days was back at home on Friday, hours after the ship finally arrived back in port in Alabama.
Suburban Hospice Patient Gets Spa Treatment
A 39-year old suburban Chicago woman whose deteriorating health forced her into a nursing home two years ago is receiving a full service spa treatment today, thanks to the kindness of others.
Teachers In West Chicago, Grayslake Nearing Strike
Two local school districts are facing possible teachers’ strikes, and one could come as soon as Wednesday.
CDC Says Flu Season Has Reached Epidemic
The flu season is far from over, and as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared this season an epidemic, physicians were urging people to take precautions against the flu virus.
FBI: Escaped Bank Robber Likely Has Left Chicago Area
The FBI said Wednesday they believe Kenneth Conley, the federal inmate who – along with his cellmate – made a dramatic escape from the Metropolitan Correctional Center last week has likely left the Chicago area.
NIU Football Team Headed To Florida For Orange Bowl
The Northern Illinois University football team and coaches were on their way to Miami on Wednesday morning, headed for their New Year’s Day matchup with Florida State in the Orange Bowl.
Early Start For Black Friday Doesn’t Discourage Crowds
It was midnight madness at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg on Black Friday, as thousands of shoppers rushed in to get their hands on some pretty big deals. The early start on Friday meant crowds thinned out significantly by the time the sun was up.
Hostess Snacks Flying Off Shelves After Company Shuts Down
Hostess, the maker of Twinkies, Ding Dongs and Wonder Bread, is going out of business, and customers have been rushing to local stores to grab their favorite fatty, sugary snacks before they’re gone.
Disaster Expert: Social Media Making Us Impatient For Relief
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, one disaster expert said you can blame social media for the change in expectations on how quickly relief can actually come to those struck by disaster.
20 Glenbard South Students Suspended From Sports For Underage Drinking
Twenty students at Glenbard South High School in west suburban Glen Ellyn won’t be participating in part of the athletic seasons, after photos surfaced on Facebook showing them at an underage drinking party.
Indiana Gov. Daniels Prepares To Take Helm At Purdue University
Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels says he has a lesson plan for his next job as the president of Purdue University.
Kane County Forest Preserve Looks For Acorn Donations
The Kane County Forest Preserve District wants your acorns.
Alderman Wants Fee On Electric Bills To Fund Hiring Of New Police Officers
A Chicago alderman wants to add a fee to your electric bill so the city can hire more police officers.
National Groups Back Indiana Teacher Who Was Fired For In Vitro Pregnancy
Two national groups have thrown their support behind a former teacher at a Catholic school in Indiana, who claims she was fired for trying to get pregnant.
Report: Chicago Ridge Officials Question Ex-Police Chief’s Disability Pay
Officials in Chicago Ridge want to revisit a deal they made with their former police chief over his disability pay.
Lake Forest Teachers’ Strike Continues; Talks Underway In Highland Park
Teachers at Lake Forest High School remain on strike this Friday morning, and classes are again cancelled.
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