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Daily Archive : Thursday August 17, 2017

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Signs you’re having a stroke
If you suspect someone is having a stroke, remember the acronym FAST to check for the following symptoms.
Math experts join brainpower to help address gerrymandering
By COLLIN BINKLEY
Critics of gerrymandering are getting new help from math and data experts at many universities
Bears take over Prospect High stadium, and local fans love it
By Eileen O. Daday
The second annual Bears Varsity High School Takeover lived up to its billing Thursday as thousands of fans started pouring into Prospect High School’s football stadium a full two hours before the Chicago Bears arrived.
When was the last total solar eclipse in Illinois? It's been a long time
By Joe McFarland
Illinois has witnessed just one total solar eclipse in its entire history, on Aug. 7, 1869. The only total solar eclipse ever to cast its shadow over the Prairie State passed directly across central Illinois, including Springfield, and perfectly clear skies made it a phenomenal moment in state history.
Medal of Honor recipient meets Wheaton North football team
By Bev Horne
“You have to face every challenge of this game with courage,” Jim McCloughan told members of the Wheaton North High School football team on Thursday. He should know. McCloughan was honored this summer for saving the lives of members of his platoon in May 1969 in Vietnam.
Joe's Crab Shack closes longtime locations in Schaumburg, Gurnee
By Bob Susnjara
Joe's Crab Shack is off the menu of dining choices in Schaumburg and Gurnee.
Former State Street Dance director to helm a different ‘Nutcracker’
By Dave Heun
Linda Cunningham, former artistic director of Geneva’s now-shuttered State Street Dance Studio, will direct a Bloomingdale dance company’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Chasing eclipses across the globe is a way of life for some
By SETH BORENSTEIN
While Monday's total solar eclipse in the U.S. will be a once-in-a-lifetime sky show for millions, there's a small group of people who have experienced it all before and they can't get enough of it.
Glendale Heights man charged with murder in Schaumburg shooting
Daily Herald report
A Glendale Heights man has been charged with first-degree murder in the Monday shooting death of a Schaumburg man in a store parking lot.
The Latest: Catalan govt ties attacks in Cambrils, Barcelona
The Associated Press
The Catalan government says an attack in the seaside resort town of Cambrils is linked to the vehicle attack on a popular Barcelona promenade that killed 13 people
Railside 4/7 races in Elburn to aid charities
By Susan Sarkauskas
Run for good causes at inaugural Railside 4/7 races and walk Saturday in Elburn.
Acclaimed modernist architect Gunnar Birkerts dies at 92
The Associated Press
Gunnar Birkerts, an internationally acclaimed modernist architect who designed buildings including the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis, the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, New York, and the University of Michigan Law Library, has died
Asian shares slide as Wall Street fall, Spain attack weigh
By KELVIN CHAN
Asian shares slide, tracking big losses on Wall Street amid U.S. political turmoil, deadly Spain attack
Images: Chicago Bears Practice at Prospect High School
Mark Welsh
See NFL practice action as the Chicago Bears visited George Gattas Memorial Stadium on the campus of Prospect High School in Mount Prospect Thursday night.
Golden glow gone amid scandal, USA Gymnastics faces change
By WILL GRAVES
Golden glow gone amid scandal, USA Gymnastics faces change
Peoria fire department aims to teach CPR to 8,000 people
The Associated Press
A central Illinois fire department wants to teach CPR to 8,000 people over the next two years
13 dead, now 100 hurt after attacker rams van into Barcelona crowd
By BARRY HATTON and JOSEPH WILSON
A van plowed into pedestrians on Barcelona’s most iconic avenue at the height of the tourist season in a terrorist attack that left 13 people dead and echoed similar incidents in other European cities.
Addison brothers charged with forgery of community service documents
By Justin Kmitch
Bail was set at $50,000 each Thursday afternoon for two Addison brothers accused of submitting false court-ordered documents to county officials. Bret Cronan, 21, and Jack Cronan, 18 are each charged with forgery.
Arkansas has new supply of lethal drug; execution to be set
By ANDREW DeMILLO
Arkansas has a new supply of the controversial lethal drug midazolam, and the state is preparing to set an execution date for a death row inmate condemned for a 1991 killing
Barcelona van attack kills 13 in agonizing repeat for Europe
By BARRY HATTON and JOSEPH WILSON
A speeding van has rammed into crowds of pedestrians in an historic district of Barcelona, killing at least 13 and injuring 100
Information on Chicago voters publicly accessible for a time
The Associated Press
Chicago election officials say a file containing the names, addresses, dates of birth and other information about the city's 1.8 million registered voters was published online
Trial date set in Lake in the Hills Sanitary District dispute with county
By Madhu Krishnamurthy
A Sept. 19 trial date is set to determine whether the Lake in the Hills Sanitary District had authority to annex a strip of roadway across county lines.
Kids converge on Elmwood Elementary for school starting in Naperville
By Marie Wilson
Students at Elmwood Elementary in Naperville began the new year Thursday with a new addition of classrooms at their school.
A grim subway reality: Corpses sometimes kept in break rooms
By TOM HAYS
Transit workers in New York City are complaining about the long-standing police practice of using employee break rooms and bathrooms to temporarily store the bodies of people struck and killed by subway trains.
Venezuela Supreme Court orders dissident lawmaker's arrest
By FABIOLA SANCHEZ
Venezuela's supreme court has ordered the arrest of the ousted chief prosecutor's husband after authorities accused him of operating a $6 million extortion ring targeting businessmen in the nation's oil industry
Daughter of Willow Creek senior pastor on with Oprah
By Bob Susnjara
Willow Creek Senior Pastor Bill Hybels’ daughter will be seen on a nationally televised interview with Oprah Winfrey on Sunday.
New principal greets St. Viator students
Daily Herald report
The new school year began Thursday at St. Viator High School with a new principal leading a larger student body than a year ago.
Community raising money for Schaumburg family displaced by fire
By Chacour Koop
Residents are raising money for a Schaumburg whose townhouse was badly damaged in a fire last weekend.
Fred Fest fun returns to Port Barrington
By Bob Susnjara
Plenty of fun is expected Saturday for the annual Fred Fest fundraiser at Fox River Preserve and Marina in Port Barrington.
Search area expands for Army helicopter missing off Hawaii
By AUDREY McAVOY
A multi-agency team scoured the ocean off Hawaii for five soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that went down during a nighttime training exercise
Hospital in drug-troubled Indiana county starting detox unit
The Associated Press
The hospital in a rural eastern Indiana county hit hard by opioid abuse is planning to start a drug detoxification unit emphasizing treatment for those diagnosed with HIV
The Latest: Wisconsin Assembly passes $3B Foxconn bill
The Associated Press
The Wisconsin state Assembly has passed a $3 billion tax break package for Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn Technology Group
Legal deal over harsh CIA interrogations marks a milestone
By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS
Legal experts say a settlement in a lawsuit against two psychologists who helped design the CIA's harsh interrogation methods marked the first time the agency or its private contractors have been held accountable for the program
Neuroscientist who studied Einstein's brain dies at 90
The Associated Press
A founder of modern neuroscience who studied Einstein's brain has died
Judson students move in; classes begin Monday
Daily Herald report
Judson University students started moving in their Elgin campus dorms Thursday ahead of the first day of fall semester classes Monday.
5 adults treated after foul odor at Indianapolis school
The Associated Press
Indianapolis firefighters say five people received medical treatment after being sickened by the release of foul-smelling water from a ventilation system at a school
Streamwood man charged with aggravated battery in case of mistaken identity
By Barbara Vitello
A case of mistaken identity led to the beating of a 63-year-old Streamwood man, prosecutors say. Michael Rose, 42, was held on $250,000 bail Thursday on aggravated battery charges.
Water main break closes Stevenson High, Lincolnshire library early
By Russell Lissau
A water main break in Lincolnshire forced the early closure of Stevenson High School and the Vernon Area Public Library on Thursday.
US condemns Spanish attack, pledges justice for terrorists
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and MATTHEW LEE
Trump, Tillerson condemn terrorist attack in Barcelona and offer U.S. assistance to authorities in Spain
Des Plaines to consider 3-year test program for backyard chickens
By Chacour Koop
Aldermen will again debate allowing backyard chickens, after the idea was panned by aldermen two weeks ago.
Chicago man sentenced for Prospect Heights home invasion
By Barbara Vitello
A Chicago man was sentenced to six years in prison in exchange for pleading guilty to a home invasion Feb. 11 in Prospect Heights.
Probation for Glen Ellyn man who trespassed at lawmaker’s Lombard home
By Justin Kmitch
A Glen Ellyn man with a lenghty criminal history was sentenced to two years of probation Thursday, following a plea deal that wraps up multiple outstanding cases.
Former Buffalo Grove executive, escort indicted on wire fraud charges
By Jake Griffin
A former executive at a Buffalo Grove company and an escort he allegedly hired have been indicted on charges of wire fraud for illegally spending about $5.8 million on the company credit card, according to a recently released federal indictment.
Plan for co-working business approved in Mundelein
By Russell Lissau
A plan to open co-working office space near downtown Mundelein has cleared the village board.
District 300 completes lead remediation at 11 schools ahead of first day
By Madhu
Dozens of sinks and faucets at schools within Community Unit District 300 that tested positive for high levels of lead contamination have been replaced, officials said.
Gurnee library hosts ‘Stories and Strollers’ Saturday
Daily Herald report
The Warren-Newport Library is hosting a Stories and Strollers StoryWalk at 10 a.m. Saturday, at Hunt Club Park in Gurnee.
Metropolis School of the Performing Arts holds open house
Daily Herald report
Metropolis School of the Performing Arts will host an open house Aug. 29 for those interested taking drama, dance and music classes this fall.
Engineers: More tests needed to determine fixes for Naperville bell tower
By Marie Wilson
One assessment found structural troubles with Naperville’s 17-year-old bell tower, but engineers say more testing is needed to figure out how much it will cost to fix.
Judge denies motion for new trial in quadruple homicide case
The Associated Press
A judge has denied a motion for a new trial for an Illinois man who was convicted of first-degree murder and home invasion in the 2014 shooting deaths of a woman, her two sons and her boyfriend
State Rep. Andersson: No room for moderate voices in statehouse
By Kerry Lester
Republican state Rep. Steve Andersson of Geneva is the latest to say he won’t run again. “I can’t be effective with a moderate voice, and I will not stay if I’m not effective,” the first-term lawmaker told the Daily Herald Thursday.
Spacewalking cosmonauts release 3-D-printed satellite
By MARCIA DUNN
Spacewalking astronauts have set free the world's first satellite made with a 3-D printer
Carpentersville approves 2 percent water, sewer rate hike
By Lauren Rohr
Hoping to ease the financial burden on residents, Carpentersville officials approved a lower-than-expected water and sewer rate increase. The 2 percent hike will take effect Sept. 1.
FAA changes San Francisco landing rules after close call
By DAVID KOENIG
Federal officials are imposing new rules on nighttime landings at San Francisco International Airport after an Air Canada jet nearly struck planes on the ground last month
FDA OKs Pfizer drug for rare, fast-killing type of leukemia
By LINDA A. JOHNSON
FDA approves new medicine for use against a rare, rapidly progressing blood cancer after other treatments have failed
Ex-NY governor hopeful who insulted Obamas kicked off board
By CAROLYN THOMPSON
A former candidate for New York governor whose insults of Barack and Michelle Obama preceded calls for his ouster from the Buffalo school board has been removed from the post
Sheriff: Suspect recorded fatal shooting of wife in Indiana
The Associated Press
Authorities say a man accused of killing his wife has an audio recording of the shooting on a cellphone
Muncie teen who killed mom's abuser unlikely to face charges
The Associated Press
A prosecutor says a 16-year-old Muncie youth likely won't face charges after fatally stabbing a man who was abusing his mother
Columbus officer who shot 13-year-old boy feared gunfight
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS
Records show the white Columbus police officer who fatally shot a black 13-year-old boy after a suspected robbery last year feared a gunfight with the teen
NY courts spokesman fired after saying he 'barely' worked
By JENNIFER PELTZ
The New York state court system's longtime communications chief has been fired after inadvertently telling a reporter that he "barely" went to work
Catalan official says 3 days of mourning has been declared after Barcelona van attack
The Associated Press
Catalan official says 3 days of mourning has been declared after Barcelona van attack
Catalan official gives update on Barcelona van attack: 13 dead, some very badly hurt and figure could rise; 100 injured
The Associated Press
Catalan official gives update on Barcelona van attack: 13 dead, some very badly hurt and figure could rise; 100 injured
The Latest: Activist loses citizenship, will be deported
The Associated Press
Judge revokes US citizenship of Palestinian activist from Chicago, orders her deported for failing to disclose convictions for bombings in Jerusalem
Doctors treat central Indiana toddler with Narcan after OD
The Associated Press
Police say doctors treated a central Indiana toddler with the overdose reversal drug Narcan after he apparently ingested opiates that he found
US Jewish criticism of Trump expands to some supporters
By RACHEL ZOLL
Trump's response to the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, is drawing criticism from some American Jews who are usually reluctant to criticize him.
Patriots: Former nose tackle Lester Williams dies at 58
The Associated Press
New England Patriots say former nose tackle Lester Williams, who started in the franchise's first Super Bowl appearance during the 1985 season, has died at 58
Trump decries Confederate monument removals, ‘history ripped apart’
By JULIE BYKOWICZ and JONATHAN LEMIRE
President Donald Trump bitingly decried the rising movement to pull down monuments to Confederate icons Thursday, declaring the nation is seeing “the history and culture of our great country being ripped apart.”
6-year-old boy killed in Gary crash involving school bus
The Associated Press
Authorities in Gary say a 6-year-old boy was killed in a crash involving a school bus and a vehicle Thursday morning
July ranks 2nd for heat globally, hottest recorded on land
By SETH BORENSTEIN
US government scientists calculate that Earth broiled last month to more record-like heat, calling it part of man-made global warming
The Latest: Trump condemns Barcelona attack, offers US help
The Associated Press
President Donald Trump is condemning what Spanish authorities say is a deadly terrorist attack in Barcelona
Catalan official says 13 killed in Barcelona van attack, more than 50 injured
The Associated Press
Catalan official says 13 killed in Barcelona van attack, more than 50 injured
Free movie matinee Aug. 25 at Vernon Hills library
Daily Herald report
A movie matinee will be shown from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25, at Aspen Drive Library, 701 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. The free screening for adults shows popular and acclaimed movies.
Mount Prospect, Prospect Heights, River Trails enter agreement to offer resident rates
Daily Herald report
Residents in the Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect and River Trails park districts will now be able to get resident rates at all three park districts.
Final Motors on Milwaukee car show to benefit charities
Daily Herald report
The last Motors on Milwaukee Cruise Night of the season will be held Wednesday, Aug. 23 in Vernon Hills to benefit the Veron Township food pantry and Midwest Veterans Closet.
Hall of Fame golfer Nick Faldo coming to Naperville for fundraiser
By Marie Wilson
World Golf Hall of Famer Nick Faldo is coming to Naperville on Monday to meet with participants in a Benedictine University fundraising event.
Officers revive man overdosing at Illinois county court
The Associated Press
Authorities in northern Illinois say three correctional officers revived a man who suffered an apparent opiate overdose in a courtroom seating area
Backers of Indiana hate crime law planning renewed push
The Associated Press
Supporters of establishing a hate crimes law in Indiana say they hope the state Legislature will take action following the deadly violence at a rally of white supremacists in Charlottesville
Texas police chiefs start adapting to sanctuary cities law
By NOMAAN MERCHANT
Even as Texas' new law targeting so-called sanctuary cities remains in legal limbo, police chiefs and sheriffs are making changes to comply
Overdoses on the road: Drugged driving rises as a menace
By MITCH STACY and ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS
Police say people with addictions often buy drugs, shoot up immediately and are driving when they overdose
Bankers: Drought still burdening rural economy in 10 states
The Associated Press
A new monthly report shows drought conditions continue to burden the rural economy in parts of 10 Plains and Western states
Man found dead in Buffalo Grove likely overdosed, police say
Daily Herald report
A man found dead Sunday outside a Buffalo Grove apartment building appears to have died from a drug overdose, authorities said Thursday.
State senator suffering from cancer won't seek another term
The Associated Press
Democratic state Sen. Bill Haine of Alton who has been diagnosed with a form of blood cancer says he won't seek re-election in the 56th District in southern Illinois
Alderman says Lincoln bust in West Englewood burned
Chicago Sun-Times
A Chicago alderman wants to know who vandalized a bust of Abraham Lincoln in West Englewood.
Rauner seeks federal help in assessing flood damage
Daily Herald report
Gov. Bruce Rauner has asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency to join the state in conducting damage assessments in parts of Lake, McHenry, Kane and Cook counties that experienced record and near-record flooding last month, his office announced Thursday.
Feds, state to conduct Illinois flood damage assessments
The Associated Press
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has asked federal responders to join state officials in assessing the damage in four counties after flooding last month
Aurora photographer’s image shows respect for wildlife
By Ann Piccininni
A respect for wildlife and wildlife habitat shines through Saral Gupta’s portrait of a bear locking eyes with human visitors, the July winner of our Photo Finish contest.
Indiana man gets 75 years for food delivery driver's slaying
The Associated Press
An Indianapolis man who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting a food delivery driver has been sentenced to 75 years in prison
5 things that could go wrong during the eclipse — and how to be prepared
Kayla Epstein
The Great American Eclipse is nigh! Millions are expected to pack the so-called path of totality, or the swath of the United States that will be able to experience the complete solar eclipse. But, as with any major event, some things might not go according to plan. Here’s a list of what could go wrong, from safety hazards to acts of nature.
Man suffering overdose in Lake County courtroom saved by correctional officers
Daily Herald report
Three Lake County Sheriff’s correctional officers are winning praise after they revived a man who suffered an apparent opioid overdose Wednesday morning while sitting in the gallery of a county courtroom.
Lake Arlington project delayed again after high bids rejected
By Christopher Placek
A long-planned project to make upgrades to Lake Arlington Park is being delayed because construction bids came in too high. “We're doing everything we can to stay within budget,” said Ben Rea of the park district.
State sets hearing to review Elgin charter school proposal
By Madhu Krishnamurthy
A group seeking to open an Elgin charter school will seek state approval next month for a proposal that failed to gain support from the state’s second-largest school district.
Gov: Removing Confederate statues like losing 9/11 memorial
By PATRICK WHITTLE
Maine's governor says taking down statues of Confederate figures is "just like" removing a monument to people who died in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001
French President Macron backs anti-racism movement in US
The Associated Press
French President Emmanuel Macron is offering support for anti-racism protesters in what he described a collective, historic battle against intolerance
Lightning strike causes house fire in Palatine
By Chacour Koop
A bolt of lightning caused a Palatine home to catch fire Wednesday night, but no one was injured in the blaze.
Anti-Muslim Australian senator wears burqa in Parliament
By ROD McGUIRK
An Australian senator has provoked an angry backlash from lawmakers by wearing a burqa in Parliament as part of her campaign for a national ban on Islamic face coverings
Science Says: DNA test results may not change health habits
By MALCOLM RITTER
People who get DNA test results about their risk of disease often don't change their health habits
Steve Bannon says rivals ‘wetting themselves,’ calls supremacists ‘clowns’
Derek Hawkins
Stephen K. Bannon, the White House chief strategist, seemed to take issue with President Donald Trump on North Korea, attacked white supremacists as “clowns” and “losers” and described his efforts against administration rivals in an unusual interview Wednesday with The American Prospect, a progressive magazine.
A look at Zimbabwe's first lady, who is accused of assault
By The Associated Press
A look at Zimbabwe's first lady Grace Mugabe, who is accused of assaulting South African model
2nd suspect arrested in double shooting that left 1 dead
The Associated Press
Central Indiana police have arrested a second suspect in connection with a shooting outside a suburban Indianapolis warehouse that killed a man, wounded a woman and prompted an Amber Alert
Mugabe flies to South Africa to aid wife accused of assault
By KRISTA MAHR
Mugabe flies to South Africa to aid wife accused of assaulting model; red alert at borders
The Latest: Trump defends Confederate statues
The Associated Press
President Donald Trump says it's "Sad to see the history and culture of our great country being ripped apart" with the removal of Confederate statues and monuments around the country

Sports

NFL linebacker Greene says dropped gun charge 'was false'
The Associated Press
An NFL linebacker who had a New Jersey gun charge against him dropped says people started looking at him differently and accusing him of being a thug even though the case against him 'was false.'
Oakland Raiders cornerback Sean Smith faces assault charge
By MICHAEL BALSAMO
Los Angeles prosecutors say Oakland Raiders player Sean Smith has been charged with beating his sister's boyfriend last month
Raiders' Marshawn Lynch avoids questions about anthem
By MICHAEL WAGAMAN
Raiders RB Marshawn Lynch avoids questions about anthem
Mazara homers, drives in 5 as Rangers top White Sox 9-8
By SCHUYLER DIXON
Nomar Mazara drove in five runs, including a tiebreaking three-run homer in the fifth inning, and the Texas Rangers held on for a 9-8 victory over the Chicago White Sox
LEADING OFF: Stanton powers into NY, Red Sox host Yankees
By The Associated Press
LEADING OFF: Stanton takes power surge into New York, Pomeranz looks for 7th straight win as Red Sox host Yankees, Angels and Indians look to keep rolling
Red Sox owner wants to rename Yawkey Way for David Ortiz
By JIMMY GOLEN
The Boston Red Sox's owner John Henry wants to rename of Yawkey Way in front of the ballpark and offices
Lakes has Eder’s positive approach up its sleeve
By Joe Aguilar
Jordan Eder wants to see attitude, character and enthusiasm in his first year as the high school football coach at Lakes.
Chris Long supports Malcolm Jenkins during anthem protest
By ROB MAADDI
Chris Long, the Philadelphia defensive end who grew in Charlottesville, Virginia, put his arm around teammate Malcolm Jenkins as a show of unity during the national anthem before the Eagles' exhibition game against Buffalo
Lester injured, Cubs fall short in wild rally
By John Dietz
The Cubs’ 13-10 loss to the Reds on Thursday was tough, but losing Jon Lester for any length of time would be far tougher. Lester was taken out after allowing 9 runs in 1⅔ innings.
Sanchez powers Yankees past Mets 7-5 for Subway Series sweep
By MIKE FITZPATRICK
Gary Sanchez homered and matched a career high with five RBIs, Luis Severino got right back on track and the New York Yankees made it a four-game sweep in the Subway Series with a 7-5 victory over the Mets
Jaguars open up QB competition after 12-8 loss to Bucs
By MARK LONG
Blake Bortles' career in Jacksonville could be nearing an end after Jaguars open up QB competition
Ex-Aussie Olympian says he's cleared to compete for Russia
The Associated Press
Former Australian Olympian Shane Perkins says he has completed his sporting defection to Russia after President Vladimir Putin signed off on granting him citizenship
Girls golf: Scouting Lake County
By Joe Aguilar
Here’s what to expect from the high school girls golf teams of Lake County this fall.
Bears’ Trubisky on rookie RB Cohen: He’s ‘always been a beast’
By Bob LeGere
Two years before they became Bears teammates, rookie quarterback Mitch Trubisky knew rookie running back Tarik Cohen was a force to be reckoned with. “Tarik’s always been a beast,” Trubisky said. “I’m glad we’re on the same team.”
Darby has impressive debut, Eagles beat Bills 20-16
By ROB MAADDI
Ronald Darby intercepted former teammate Tyrod Taylor and returned it 48 yards and also broke up two passes in his first game since Philadelphia acquired him from the Bills last week, and the Eagles beat Buffalo 20-16
Kepler's homer sparks Twins in DH split with Indians
By DAVE CAMPBELL
Kepler's homer sparks Twins in Slegers debut for doubleheader split with Indians
Bears RB Howard eager to build on last year’s success
By Bob LeGere
Despite his impressive rookie season, Bears Pro Bowl running back Jordan Howard hasn’t lost the hunger or the chip on his shoulder that started when Alabama-Birmingham was the only FBS school that offered him a scholarship.
Nadal, Pliskova get matches rained out in Cincinnati
By JOE KAY
The top seeds at the Western & Southern Open waited hours through rain before their matches were postponed late Thursday night, setting up a chaotic finish
Girls golf: Scouting Northwest
By John Leusch
Here’s what to expect from the high school girls golf teams of the Mid-Suburban League plus Maine West and St. Viator this season.
Raiders working on long to-do list for Las Vegas stadium
By REGINA GARCIA CANO
The Oakland Raiders and the public entity that oversees the team's proposed stadium in Las Vegas continue to work on a long list of pending issues that they hope to resolve by an October deadline
Girls golf: Smith, Barrington eager to stay successful
By John Leusch
Barrington sophomore Caroline Smith is set for her sophomore season after winning the Mid-Suburban League championship as a freshman last year and she helped the Fillies to second place in the Class AA state meet.
Cutler debuts, but Ravens roll past Dolphins 31-7
By TIM REYNOLDS
Jay Cutler made his debut for Miami, playing the first two series in what became a 31-7 preseason loss to Baltimore
BYU LB Francis Bernard to redshirt due to personal reasons
The Associated Press
BYU linebacker Francis Bernard is redshirting this season due to personal reasons
Jags give Henne 1st-team reps, raising doubts about Bortles
By MARK LONG
Jacksonville Jaguars backup quarterback Chad Henne got some work with the first-team offense against Tampa Bay, fueling speculation about Blake Bortles' grasp on the starting job
Scouting DuPage County girls golf
By Kevin McGavin
A complete look at DuPage County girls golf this season.
Orgeron doubt's LSU sack leader Key will play vs. BYU
The Associated Press
LSU coach Ed Orgeron says he does not expect Tigers single-season sack record holder Arden Key to be recovered enough from shoulder surgery to play in this season's opening game against BYU.
Minnesota to start season with Croft, Rhoda rotating at QB
The Associated Press
Minnesota will start the season with Demry Croft and Conor Rhoda rotating at quarterback
Smoak hits tiebreaking homer in 8th, Jays beat Rays 5-3
By IAN HARRISON
Smoak hits tiebreaking homer in 8th, Donaldson connects twice, Blue Jays beat Rays 5-3
Yankees put 1B Cooper on 10-day DL, recall Austin
By MIKE FITZPATRICK
The Yankees have put first baseman Garrett Cooper on the 10-day disabled list with tendinitis in his left hamstring and promoted Tyler Austin from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
Maddon not expecting suspension for ejection
By John Dietz
Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said he doesn’t expect to be suspended by major-league baseball for his ejection from Wednesday’s game.
Armed with a degree, Oregon's Freeman looks to senior season
By ANNE M. PETERSON
Oregon running back Royce Freeman stayed with the Ducks for his senior season for two reasons
On the clock: Browns submit bid to host draft in 2019, 2020
By TOM WITHERS
Browns submit bid to host the NFL draft in 2019 or 2020
Jets' Mauldin tweaks back, Forte to sit vs. Lions
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr.
New York Jets linebacker Lorenzo Mauldin tweaked his back and sat out practice
Home opener vs. Notre Dame highlights Lady Toppers' schedule
The Associated Press
Western Kentucky will host powerhouse Notre Dame in a challenging season-opening stretch that could feature four consecutive games against Power Five schools
Jets' Deon Simon refused to let obstacles stop his NFL dream
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr.
Deon Simon is motivated by the memories of his past. The New York Jets defensive tackle is a promising backup who appears poised for a breakthrough season.
Ervin, Votto lead Reds past Cubs despite Chicago's 6 homers
By MATT CARLSON
Phillip Ervin hit a two-run homer to snap a tie in the seventh and had four RBIs in his first major-league start as the Cincinnati Reds rebounded from blowing a nine-run lead to defeat the Chicago Cubs 13-10
Twins reinstate Perkins from DL, after 16-month stay
By DAVE CAMPBELL
The Minnesota Twins have reinstated relief pitcher Glen Perkins from the disabled list
MLB's Manfred working on pace of play with Clark, union
By JAY COHEN
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred thinks 'significant' changes coming to make pace of play better
Newton throws more, but Titans handle sloppy Panthers
The Associated Press
Carolina coach Ron Rivera is not happy about his Panthers' second joint practice with the Tennessee Titans
Brees expects Saints to learn from sluggish practice with LA
By DAN GREENSPAN
Not much went right for the New Orleans Saints on the first day of their joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers
Broncos try to rebound from flop at end of last season
By TIM BOOTH
Boise State tries to rebound from flop at end of last season
LB Chris Orr comes full circle for Wisconsin after injury
BY GENARO C. ARMAS
The season-ending knee injury to top linebacker Jack Cichy has left a bittersweet opportunity for Chris Orr to regain his starting spot at Wisconsin
Corbin goes 8 2/3 innings, Diamondbacks beat Astros 4-0
The Associated Press
Patrick Corbin came within an out short of his first career shutout and first complete game since 2013 in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 4-0 victory over the Houston Astros
Ervin, Votto lead Reds past Cubs despite Chicago's 6 homers
By MATT CARLSON
Phillip Ervin hit a two-run homer to snap a tie in the seventh and had four RBIs in his first major-league start as the Cincinnati Reds rebounded from blowing a nine-run lead to defeat the Chicago Cubs 13-10
Sabres sign Zemgus Girgensons to 2-year deal
The Associated Press
The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Zemgus Girgensons to a two-year contract
Browns coach Jackson clarifies comments on anthem protests
By TOM WITHERS
Browns coach Hue Jackson clarified some comments he made earlier this week about players protesting during the national anthem
Seahawks agree on contract extension with C Justin Britt
The Associated Press
The Seattle Seahawks and center Justin Britt have agreed on a contract extension that keeps the anchor of their offensive line in place beyond the 2017 season
Vrabel a hit in 1st year in charge of Texans defense
By KRISTIE RIEKEN
Mike Vrabel isn't making any drastic changes in his first season as defensive coordinator for the Houston Texans. After what the unit did last year he knows that isn't necessary
ESPN to tell 150-year history of college football during '19
By The Associated Press
ESPN has announced a yearlong project to tell the history of college football, starting in January 2019, as part of the 150th anniversary of the sport
Mathieu starting to look like 'Honey Badger' again
By BOB BAUM
Arizona Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu is looking more like his old "Honey Badger" self as training camp grinds on
Scouting: Girls golf in the Fox Valley
Here’s what to expect from the girls golf teams in the Fox Valley for 2017.
Florida State center Eberle at full strength after surgery
By JOE REEDY
Florida State center Alec Eberle didn't miss a start last season despite two labral tears in the hips
Croatian soccer fans force game at Everton to be halted
The Associated Press
Fans of Croatian football club Hajduk Split threw missiles and encroached on the pitch and forced a Europa League game at English Premier League club Everton to be temporarily stopped
Add rookie Davis Webb into the fight for Giants backup QB
By TOM CANAVAN
The fight for the New York Giants' backup quarterback job is taking on a new dimension
Rested Dream forward Angel McCoughtry eyes return to hoops
By ANDY BUHLER
Angel McCoughtry has her sights on returning to the court in Russia in the next couple of months after taking this WNBA season off
49ers rookie LB Foster limited by injury to right shoulder
By JOSH DUBOW
San Francisco 49ers rookie linebacker Reuben Foster has a mild AC joint sprain in his surgically repaired right shoulder
Devils C Zajac out 4-to-6 months with pectoral injury
The Associated Press
The New Jersey Devils have lost top center Travis Zajac for 4-to-6 months with a pectoral injury
Vikings seek punting solution as Quigley, Symmank audition
By DAVE CAMPBELL
Vikings seek punting solution as Ryan Quigley and Taylor Symmank audition for open job
Purdue, Notre Dame expand upcoming series to 6 games
The Associated Press
Purdue and Notre Dame have added two more games to their four-game series
Cubs' Lester allows 9 runs before exiting in 2nd vs. Reds
The Associated Press
Chicago Cubs starter Jon Lester left the game against Cincinnati in the second inning with left lat tightness after allowing nine runs by the Reds
Paxton Lynch gets chance to win Broncos QB job
By JOSH DUBOW
Paxton Lynch now gets his chance to seize the starting quarterback job for the Denver Broncos
Goodell: Gordon's return 'not under active consideration'
By TOM WITHERS
Goodell: Suspended Browns receiver Gordon's reinstatement not 'under active consideration'
New South Carolina assistant sees improved offensive linemen
By PETE IACOBELLI
New South Carolina offensive line coach Eric Wolford did not like what he saw from the Gamecocks up front a year ago
K-State hopes returning secondary can hold up in Big 12
By DAVE SKRETTA
Kansas State looks to improved secondary for success in pass-happy Big 12
Family affair: Terrell, Tremaine Edmunds key to Hokies' 'D'
By HANK KURZ Jr.
Edmunds brothers two main reasons Virginia Tech has high expectations for its defense this season
Indians' Ramirez hit by pitch on forearm, leaves Twins' game
The Associated Press
Cleveland's Jose Ramirez hit by pitch on forearm, leaves game against Minnesota
Missouri QB Drew Lock appears poised for breakout season
By JOE WALLJASPER
Quarterback Drew Lock arrived at Missouri two years ago; appears ready for breakout season
Then there were 4: Georgia Tech quarterback battle ongoing
By ANDY BUHLER
Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson in no rush to pick a replacement for three-year starting quarterback Justin Thomas
Taylor healthy and a 'force' again at camp with Redskins
By STEPHEN WHYNO
Despite being out of the NFL for the past two seasons, defensive lineman Phil Taylor has been a "force" at Redskins camp
Unlucky Colts close training camp with quarterback quandary
By MICHAEL MAROT
The Indianapolis Colts finished training camp Thursday with the same quarterback quandary they've had all year
New Mexico pushing to keep momentum going
By GLEN ROSALES
New Mexico is looking to keep pushing forward coming off a 9-4 season and consecutive bowl appearances, including the program's first postseason win since 2007
Wyoming's Josh Allen adapts to life after Tanner Gentry
By BRANDON FOSTER
Wyoming junior quarterback Josh Allen found then-senior Tanner Gentry, now a Chicago Bear, for 1,326 passing yards last year
Colts center Kelly to undergo foot surgery, out indefinitely
The Associated Press
Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly will have surgery on his injured foot and will be out indefinitely
Barcelona acknowledges interest in Coutinho and Dembele
The Associated Press
Barcelona is still after Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho and Borussia Dortmund forward Ousmane Dembele
Mike Trout and the Angels are on a roll and in contention
By STEPHEN WHYNO
With Mike Trout back and hitting, one of the best defenses in baseball and solid pitching, the Angels are rolling and suddenly in contention in the AL wild-card race
European soccer weekend: What to watch in the main leagues
By The Associated Press
The Spanish, German and Italian leagues get underway this weekend
Azarenka says she might skip US Open because of child issue
By HOWARD FENDRICH
Victoria Azarenka says her participation in the U.S. Open is in doubt because she might not be able to bring her baby son with her to New York as a result of her separation from the child's father
Bonucci hoping for the Pirlo effect after moving to Milan
By DANIELLA MATAR
Leonardo Bonucci hoping to emulate Andrea Pirlo after moving from Juventus to AC Milan
Barcelona forward Suarez out 4 weeks with right knee injury
The Associated Press
Barcelona says striker Luis Suarez will be sidelined for four weeks, with the announcement coming only days before the team is to start the Spanish league season
Signing Mbappe could be more trouble than it's worth for PSG
By JEROME PUGMIRE
Although Kylian Mbappe is considered a rising star, he is again set to be left out of Monaco's team for Friday's trip to Metz
Card me: 1st female ref set for German soccer top flight
By CIARAN FAHEY
Bibiana Steinhaus will make Bundesliga history this season by becoming the first woman to referee in the country's top flight
Real Madrid starts title defense way ahead of Barcelona
By JOSEPH WILSON
It's been a long, long time since Real Madrid felt this good going into the Spanish league season
Wembley factor hanging over Tottenham's title hopes
By STEVE DOUGLAS
Tottenham will play its home games in the Premier League at Wembley Stadium this season while a new stadium is constructed on the site of White Hart Lane
Forward Nikola Kalinic skips Fiorentina training
The Associated Press
Fiorentina forward Nikola Kalinic has missed training as he attempts to push through a move to AC Milan
FANTASY PLAYS: Preparing for the 2017 football season
By BOBBY McMANN
FANTASY PLAYS: Preparing for the 2017 football season
Plan of attack: How a college football coach game-plans
By RALPH D. RUSSO
Putting together a football game plan is an elaborate exercise in the art _ and science _ of analyzing an opponent's tendencies and patterns, and determining how best to exploit them
Judge hits long homer, Gregorius lifts Yankees over Mets 5-3
By MIKE FITZPATRICK
Aaron Judge launched a titanic home run, Didi Gregorius snapped a seventh-inning tie with a two-run double and the New York Yankees beat the Mets 5-3 for their third straight Subway Series victory
AC Milan and Napoli likeliest challengers to Juve's crown
By DANIELLA MATAR
Juventus' six-year Serie A domination could end this year
BUNDESLIGA 2017-18: Bayern eyes record 6th straight title
By CIARAN FAHEY
Few people expect any side to prevent Bayern Munich from extending its league record to 6 straight titles
Jackson: Join the white bass frenzy on the Chain
By Mike Jackson
If you are of a mind to chill out and open the door to real fun and relaxation, outdoors columnist Mike Jackson says the cure for all ills can be the Chain’s extraordinary white bass fishing.
Arlington and Hawthorne selections for Thursday’s races
Daily Herald Report
Here is today’s link to Daily Herald thoroughbred racing handicapper Joe Kristufek’s selections for Arlington International Racecourse on Thursday. Joe Mazzone’s selections for harness racing at Hawthorne Racecourse are also included here.
Constable: It turns out Wrigley Field night games are good for Cubs
By Burt Constable
Although it goes against old-school tradition, the Chicago Cubs are a better team under the lights at Wrigley Field.
White Sox lose in 9th to Dodgers
Associated Press
Yasiel Puig’s two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Chicago White Sox 5-4 on Wednesday night for their second comeback win in as many games.

Business

New ENT clinic opens at Central DuPage Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group will opened its new Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Allergy and Audiology clinic.
‘Free cruise’ robocalls could get you $900
Daily Herald Report
If you’ve ever received one of those annoying robocalls offering you a free cruise, you may be eligible for up to $900 as part of a class-action lawsuit.
McDonald’s to celebrate Literacy Month with popular children’s books
In celebration of National Literacy Month in September, McDonald’s USA is inviting families to celebrate the joy of reading with the launch of the latest Happy Meal Books promotion.
Tech companies banishing extremists after Charlottesville
By BARBARA ORTUTAY
Major tech companies are taking a stand against white supremacists in the wake of the deadly violence in Charlottesville, Virginia
Gesture makes Inc. fastest-growing list
Inc. magazine ranked Gesture, a mobile fundraising technology company, No. 1,423 on its 36th annual Inc. 5000 ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
FVEC hosts annual recognition event
The Fox Valley Entrepreneurship Center will host annual ELEVATE 2017 event on October 20 at he St. Charles Country Club, 1250 Country Club Road, St Charles.
DuPage Medical Group gets $1.45 billion investment
DuPage Medical Group has received a $1.45 billion funding boost from Los Angeles-based private equity group of Ares Management.
Bridge sells four O’Hare area buildings for $69.3 million
Bridge Development Partners recentlyt sold four industrial buildings totaling 491,010 square feet in Chicago’s O’Hare market for $69.3 million.
Walmart's online sales soar as it seeks to catch Amazon
By JOSEPH PISANI
Walmart's online sales soar 60 percent as it seeks to fend off Amazon
New Ford CEO says company will balance present with future
By TOM KRISHER
The new CEO of Ford Motor Co. says the company isn't taking its eyes off the present as it prepares for transportation in the future
Turner is latest to plan sports streaming service
By TALI ARBEL
Turner is the latest TV company to plan a sports streaming app as traditional television companies chase millennial audiences
Safety, compliance issues tackled at conference
The Chicagoland Safety Health and Environmental Conference provides quality, timely, relevant and money saving solutions to address these concerns. This premier once a year 4 day training conference is being held September 18-21, 2017 at the Naperville campus of Northern Illinois University.
How exposed are you? Why you need a Security Risk Assessment
The key to protection from cyber crime is preparation. The right plan can help decrease your cybercrime risk and provide a softer landing after impact.
Protect your company’s brand with proactive cybersecurity measures
Cybersecurity has never been more important, nor more difficult to manage. Its complex and rapidly advancing nature can cause insomnia for even the most digital-savvy executives.
Connected convenience comes with elevated risk
The world has witnessed a new level of convenience and accessibility in the past five years. Specifically, the increasing amount of connectivity between our everyday objects brings effortless ease to previously mundane experiences.

Life & Entertainment

Animated ‘Corner’ depicts heartbreaking horror of Hiroshima
By Alan Zilberman
Set against the backdrop of pre-atom-bomb Hiroshima, the Japanese animated film “In This Corner of the World” proceeds under the dreadful weight of what is to come.
‘Patti Cake$’ serves up plucky tale of aspiring hip-hop dreams
By Jake Coyle
The Sundance sensation “Patti Cake$” may flow with formulaic beats but it’s got spirit for miles (eight of them, at least) and features one of the best mother-daughter relationships of the year.
'Ingrid Goes West' journeys into dark side of social media
By Sandy Cohen
Powered by Aubrey Plaza's searing performance, director/co-writer Matt Spicer's “Ingrid Goes West” explores such a dark side of social media obsession, it's hard to consider it satire.
‘Good Time’ a compelling, freefall crime caper
By Jake Coyle
In the Safdie brothers’ gritty “Good Time,” Robert Pattinson gives the performance of his career as the predatory Connie, who orchestrates a bank robbery that puts his mentally challenged brother behind bars.
WGN-Channel 9 news anchor Mark Suppelsa plans to retire
Mark Suppelsa announced Thursday that he plans to retire at the end of the year from WGN-Channel 9, where he anchors the Tribune Broadcasting station’s 5, 9 and 10 p.m. weekday newscasts.
Vice Media's immersive Charlottesville report gets traction
By DAVID BAUDER
Vice Media is attracting attention for its striking insider account of the Charlottesville protests, reported by a woman who's covered white nationalists for a year
Sisters Lynne and Moorer finally working together
By DAVID BAUDER
Sisters Shelby Lynne and Allison Moorer, two decades into successful solo careers, have finally collaborated on their first disc
Feder: After four months Kathy Hart breaks silence, vows to be back on the air
Daily Herald report
Kathy Hart broke her self-imposed silence after nearly four months absence from Chicago radio’s top-rated morning show, announcing: ‘Please stay tuned as I fully intend to be back on the air!’
Playing can help adults reduce stress
By Ken Potts
Go play. Our Ken Potts says adults need to spend time playing to reduce the stress they face in daily life.
Feder: Rob Stafford ready to return to WMAQ newscast after battling blood disease
Daily Herald report
After six months away battling a rare blood disease, veteran Chicago news anchor Rob Stafford is ready to return to WMAQ-Channel 5. He’ll be back on the 10 p.m. newscast Aug. 28.
Katy Perry changes tour dates due to 'production delays'
The Associated Press
Katy Perry says she's pushing back the start of her new tour because of "unavoidable production delays."
Aretha Franklin set to move back to Detroit for retirement
The Associated Press
Aretha Franklin is set to retire in her hometown of Detroit and plans to open a nightclub in the city
Nielsen count: Measuring value of esports tournaments
The Associated Press
Nielsen has launched a competitive gaming branch that will measure the value of esports tournaments, events and streams
Comically brutal ‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ caters to low expectations, no more
By Dann Gire
Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson recycle old characters in Patrick Hughes’ “The Hitman’s Bodyguard,” an ultra-violent, uninspired action comedy.
South Elgin High School students win top honors at Teen Film Festival
By Dann Gire
South Elgin High School students Jeevan Acharya and Kevin Czasca won Best Overall Film Award at the 11th annual Teen Film Festival, sponsored by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library.

Discuss

Editorial: Simple time card could verify pension eligibility
The Daily Herald Editorial Board
Simply requiring records of hours worked would go a long way toward answering questions about whether a public employee is eligible for a pension, a Daily Herald editorial says.
Slusher: Our side of the street on eclipse coverage
By Jim Slusher
Columnist Jim Slusher: Experts, in short, often need interpreters, and we in newspapers are happy to take on that role.
Trump fails the test
By Cokie Roberts And Steven V. Roberts
Steven and Cokie Roberts: The American presidency is really two jobs.
Why do liberal worry about opposing opinions?
A Huntley letter to the editor: The fear and bias of the letter writer in the Aug. 15 paper suggesting you drop Ann Coulter’s column is another example of liberal paranoia.
Casting tough vote to put state back on track
A North Aurora letter to the editor: Recently, officials in Springfield overrode the governor’s veto to finally enact a balanced budget for our state. Seniors services, domestic violence shelters, nonprofit organizations and other lifesaving programs and agencies are receiving the funding they deserve.
Afghanistan another neocon conspiracy?
A Wheaton letter to the editor: The conspiracy of the neocons is back. The connection between Steve Bannon, the Prez and his threat to fire Gen. John Nicholson, commander in Afghanistan, abetted by Jared Kushner’s behest to Erik Prince, the founder of Blackwater and brother to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, to develop plans to totally replace regular U.S. troops in Afghanistan with private contractors tells us a new Neo-Con game is afoot.
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Today’s Daily Herald Opinion page editorial cartoon