Weekend in Review: Online school plan still in play; prom driver faces DUI charge

What comes next for proposed virtual charter school in suburbs?

Despite emphatic no votes from 18 suburban school districts, plans for an online charter school are far from dead. In this first of a three-part series, the Daily Herald examines the reasons for local schools' objections — and the state agency that could disregard them. The state board could discuss the case as soon as Wednesday. Full story.

It took a team to save Addison mom, baby

A routine ultrasound for pregnant Sofia Espinoza of Addison revealed a potentially deadly problem: a fast-growing tumor as large as her baby's head. A large medical team performed innovative surgery that saved her son when he was born on Valentine's Day. Now, she's celebrating a very special Mother's Day. Full story.

Suburbs not immune to human trafficking

For six years, the young woman worked faithfully as a nanny for a well-off Elgin couple who took away her identification and passport after luring her to the United States with promises too good to be true. Unpaid and isolated, she never thought of leaving or telling authorities for fear of deportation or retaliation. Full story.

Local officials welcome federal disaster designation

Local officials Saturday welcomed President Barack Obama's action declaring suburban counties hit by heavy flooding last month federal disaster areas, saying it will help the recovery. “There are many of our residents who don't even have flood insurance, and this is going to help them out,” said Lisle Mayor Joe Broda. “We were keeping our fingers crossed that we would, in fact, qualify because it's really going to aid our folks in moving forward.” Full story.

Rauner said he's ‘scared the political establishment'

He says that members of the Republican establishment view him as a threat, has no concern about ramifications of being married to an active Democrat, and describes rumors that he may have clouted his daughter into a prestigious magnet school as “political attack baloney.” Enter Bruce Rauner, the Winnetka venture capitalist who promises to shake up the 2014 Republican primary for governor should he make a bid. Full story.

Bank robbery suspect shot dead in Richmond, two others charged

Charges have been filed against two would-be bandits who were captured outside a Richmond bank as part of an FBI surveillance operation that resulted in agents killing a third robbery suspect, authorities said. The two were seized about 11:30 a.m. Friday while Tony Starnes, 45, of Chicago, was shot to death by FBI special agents after ramming a Honda Civic into one of their vehicles, officials said. Full story.

Arlington Hts. man charged in standoff with police

Authorities Friday filed charges against an Arlington Heights man whose standoff with police last week in a downtown Arlington Heights condominium resulted in a massive police presence to protect people in the area. Jeffrey T. Sterner, 38, of the 100 block of West Wing Street was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm and unlawful possession of a firearm while his firearm owner's ID card was revoked, police said in a news release. Full story.

Prom limo driver charged with DUI

A limousine driver faces drunken driving charges alleging he transported 23 high school students to their prom near Glen Ellyn while intoxicated. Richard L. Madison, 54, of Palos Heights, was charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol and one count of reckless conduct stemming from his arrest Saturday night after delivering a group of Oswego East High School teens to Abbington Banquets in a party bus. Full story.

Elgin ceiling collapse injures two

Two people were injured and 19 others were forced out of their homes after an apartment ceiling collapsed early Saturday in Elgin. Elgin Battalion Fire Chief Terry Bruce said the department responded at 12:16 a.m. to the Blackhawk Apartments on the 900 block of Carriage Way. Crews found a ceiling in the main living area of a top-floor apartment had caved in, trapping seven people inside. Full story.

Lake Zurich mayor's email hacked

Lake Zurich Mayor Thomas Poynton's email account was hacked Saturday with a message that went out claiming he was mugged in the Philippines and needed $1,700 to return home. “So far, I've been aware of it 52 times today,” said Poynton, alluding the number of calls he received regarding the email sent from his account. Full story.

Pro tree climbers compete in suburbs

“Industry athletes” who climb, cut and care for trees for a living showcased their trade Saturday in Wheaton during the annual Illinois Tree Climbing Championships. Tree service trucks marked the spot where 18 competitors, all professional arborists, competed in five events and a master's challenge, using tall oaks at Cantigny Park as their obstacle course or raceway. Full story.

Roselle man charged with abusing peacock

DuPage County authorities say a Roselle man sexually abused his pet peacock, which later was found dead in his garage. David Beckmann, 64, of 645 E. Devon Ave., was charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty after Roselle police said they learned about the abuse and subsequent death of the bird, named Phyl, while investigating another crime. Full story.

Deadline nears for Illinois' concealed carry law

The courts, the Capitol and the clock are complicating a debate over how to end the prohibition on carrying concealed firearms in Illinois. There are fewer than 30 days to go before a judicial deadline for developing a framework on allowing public weapons possession in the only state that currently has a ban. Attempts at legislative remedies failed in the House late last month, including one endorsed by the National Rifle Association that could resurface. Full story.

World & Nation

Review chairman: Clinton didn't make Benghazi call. Full story.

Senator: IRS targeting of Tea Party ‘chilling.' Full story.

Women rescued in Cleveland happy to be home. Full story.

Ginbsurg: Roe v. Wade gave abortion opponents a target. Full story.

Six tips to manage student loan debt. Full story.

‘SNL' vet to succeed Fallon. Full story.

A great weekend for ‘Gatsby,' ‘Iron Man 3' at box office. Full story.

‘Idol' judges' drama overwhelms competition. Full story.

Barbara Walters set to retire. Full story.

OJ Simpson tried ‘Hail Mary motion' to overturn conviction. Full story.

Sports

Bulls say physical play will continue. Full story.

Deng slowly improving, doubtful for Game 4. Full story.

It's time for Blackhawks to take it to next level. Full story.

Blackhawks' Bolland prefers ‘shutdown role.' Full story.

Report: Cubs, Rizzo ink new deal. Full story.

Unearned run helps Cubs rally past Nationals. Full story.

Danks closer to return to Sox rotation. Full story.

Sox' Sale near perfect against Angels. Full story.

Trestman impressed with QB Blanchard. Full story.

Bears' Greene likes playing linebacker. Full story.