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Interactive maps finds flu shot clinics citywide
Associated Press
Sep 9, 2014 1:31 PM - A new mapping tool could make finding locations to get flu shots more convenient for Chicago residents. The Chicago Department of Public Health and a local web developer have launched a new interactive web map that pinpoints citywide flu shot clinics and their hours of operation.
Sund to be honored by Elgin Sports Hall of Fame
By John Radtke
Oct 31, 2012 8:33 PM - When Rick Sund was playing basketball for Bill Chesbrough in the late 1960s, he never dreamed of ending up where he is today. "When I went to Ohio University to start my master's program I was thinking Elgin and Elgin High," Sund says. "I always respected Ches and he was the athletic director at that time. At that time I was thinking more about being an AD. I wasn't thinking pro basketball."
Hinrich plans on making Bulls opener
By Mike McGraw
Oct 30, 2012 4:43 PM - The Bulls won't be complately at full strength until Derrick Rose returns from a knee injury a few months from now. But they should be as healthy as possible for Wednesday's season opener. Kirk Hinrich (groin strain) practiced Monday and expects to be ready to face Sacramento.
Sandy drives massive waves onto Chicago's lakefront
By Kimberly Pohl
Oct 30, 2012 3:52 PM - The superstorm hundreds of miles to the east brought spectacular waves and whipping winds to Chicago's lakefront Tuesday, turning popular beaches into desolate stretches of sand. Just a handful of photo enthusiasts and curious spectators dotted the landscape, at times narrowly avoiding violent spray from the nearly 20-foot waves crashing on the soaked pavement.
Water, fire, destruction: NYC after the superstorm
Associated Press
Oct 30, 2012 1:33 PM - The massive storm that pummeled the East killed 10 people in New York City, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Tuesday, but he offered no firm timeline on when power would be restored to hundreds of thousands of people or when the city's flooded subway system would be running again. "This was a devastating storm, maybe the worst that we have ever experienced," he said.
Vernon Hills Park District reaches tentative deal to buy YMCA
By Mick Zawislak
Oct 30, 2012 1:19 PM - The Vernon Hills Park District has reached an agreement in principle to buy the Central Lake YMCA, which had been scheduled to close on Oct. 31. Pending approval, the facilities would remain open as is until the park district closes on the property and begins providing those services no later than Jan. 1.
Angry parent accused of threatening to kill Lisle volleyball coach
By Josh Stockinger
Oct 30, 2012 1:17 PM - After his daughter was benched at a regional match, a Lisle man threatened to kill a high school volleyball coach and rape the coach's family members, prosecutors said Monday. John Kasik, 61, also is accused of battering the Lisle Senior High School athletic director during a confrontation at school offices.
Local Designer attends High Point Furniture, meets designer Libby Langdon
Joan Suzio
Oct 30, 2012 10:19 AM - Joan Suzio, owner of Decorating Den Interiors in Libertyville, met with designer author and TV personality Libby Langdon to view her new furniture line at the High Point Furniture Market in North Carolina.
Pumpkin ale makes quick bread more savory
By Annie Overboe
Oct 30, 2012 9:11 AM - Pumpkin can bring more to the fall dessert table than a standard custard pie or overly sweet cake, yet most bakers view this humble squash as a non-contender in the ingredient arena and overlook the culinary possibilities. Admittedly, plain pumpkin purée lacks that spark needed to ignite on our taste buds. But underneath its rough exterior and well, those pesky seeds, hides an ingredient bursting with potential.
Rolling Meadows parks leader is Scouting's go-to guy
By Eileen O. Daday
Oct 30, 2012 8:01 AM - If you work on an Eagle Scout project with Brian McKenna, the emphasis is on the word "work." McKenna, superintendent of parks for the Rolling Meadows Park District, teams Eagle candidates with jobs the park district needs done, and supervises. "I knew it would be a lot of work," says Scout Conor Thomas, "but I think Eagle Scout projects should be hard work."

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