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Britton adds to Bears' depth
By Bob LeGere
Apr 13, 2014 12:58 AM - The Bears added experienced depth to their offensive line Thursday when they agreed to terms on a one-year deal with five-year veteran Eben Britton, who played extensively for them last year as an extra blocker.
The Pixies say they're seeking a new sound
Associated Press
Apr 6, 2014 8:02 AM - They inspired generations of musicians worldwide, served as the blueprint for countless rock bands, including Nirvana, and got a second life as reunited alternative rock idols. Now, the Pixies say they're forging ahead while still looking for a new sound, including a new bassist.
Hersey meets tall order at Vernon Hills
By Bill Pemstein
Apr 4, 2014 10:16 PM - It was really a battle of tall. From visiting Hersey came 6-foot-7, Princeton University-bound Mike Fuerst. Matching him on the other side was 6-5 Vernon Hills blocker Lem Turner. And naturally this non-conference clash went to three sets. The first set was clearly the most entertaining, as Hersey improved to 7-1 with a 25-23, 16-25, 25-17 win at Vernon Hills on Friday night.
3 hurt in St. Charles-area rollover crash
By Christopher Placek
Apr 4, 2014 5:57 PM - Three people were taken to the hospital with injuries as a result of a rollover crash Thursday night near St. Charles, authorities said. The two-car crash, in which one vehicle rolled over, occurred about 8 p.m. at the intersection of Route 64 and Dean Street, according to the Fox River & Countryside Fire/Rescue District.
Fort Hood gunman had argument with other soldiers
Associated Press
Apr 4, 2014 5:16 PM - The Fort Hood soldier who gunned down three other military men before killing himself had an argument with soldiers in his unit before opening fire, and investigators believe his mental condition was not the "direct precipitating factor" in the shooting, authorities said Friday. The base's commander, Lt. Gen. Mark Milley, made the remarks about Spc. Ivan Lopez's health a day after officials said his mental condition appeared to be an underlying factor in the attack.
Arlington Hts. residents not sold on TIF district
By Melissa Silverberg
Apr 4, 2014 1:07 PM - Residents voiced their concerns about a proposed new tax increment financing district in Arlington Heights at a meeting on Wednesday, the first step in the process of establishing such a district for redevelopment in the Hickory-Kensington neighborhood.
Huge settlement reached on Kerr-McGee contamination sites, but West Chicago forged its own deal
Associated Press
Apr 4, 2014 11:42 AM - The federal government on Thursday reached a $5.15 billion settlement with Anadarko Petroleum Corp., the largest ever for environmental contamination, to settle claims related to the cleanup of thousands of sites -- including some in West Chicago -- tainted with hazardous chemicals for decades. "Just because you know something's bad, it's happening and it's not right, doesn't mean you already get justice," said Rich Kassanits, a West Chicago resident. "But it's nice to get justice, and some money."
One Fort Hood victim born, raised in Illinois
Associated Press
Apr 4, 2014 7:29 AM - The mother of a 37-year-old Illinois soldier killed during an attack at Fort Hood, Texas, says she was reunited less than two weeks earlier with a daughter she gave up for adoption at birth. Mary Muntean of Effingham, Ill., told The Associated Press that she was still celebrating that reunion when she got a call telling her that her son, U.S. Army Sgt. Timothy Owens, was killed Wednesday in the attack at Fort Hood.
Smithsonian air, space artifacts to get new display
Associated Press
Apr 4, 2014 7:20 AM - With funding from Chicago-based Boeing, some of the most iconic artifacts of aviation and space history will be getting an updated display for the 21st century, with the Apollo moon landing as the centerpiece. For the first time since its 1976 opening, the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum plans to overhaul its central exhibition showing the milestones of flight.
Walgreen sells stake in worksite health business
Associated Press
Apr 4, 2014 7:15 AM - Deerfield-based Walgreen said Thursday that it is selling a majority stake in its worksite health center business to the private equity firm Water Street Healthcare Partners. The Walgreen business is called Take Care Employer Solutions, and it manages health and wellness and fitness facilities at large employer campuses. As of Feb. 28, it had 366 centers around the country.

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