Dawn Patrol: Fremd cheers Teacher of the Year; Elgin man stabbed
Illinois' Teacher of the Year welcomed home to Fremd
Fremd High School automotive teacher Steven Elza was welcomed home yesterday with love and a standing ovation just two days after being named the Illinois Teacher of the Year. Elza told the Fremd crowd that teaching is about recognizing students' different learning styles. Full story with video.
Elgin man stabbed during fight at park
A 21-year-old Elgin man was seriously injured when he was stabbed multiple times during a fight at Eagle Park yesterday afternoon. The stabbing happened just after 4:30 p.m., and the victim sustained life-threatening injuries. Full story.
Fire damages Batavia apartments
A Batavia firefighter was injured yesterday while fighting a blaze fire officials blamed on "discarded smoking materials." The fire happened just before 3 p.m. at a three-story apartment building. All of the residents evacuated safely. Full story.
DUI suspect accused of slamming into Hoffman Estates school
A driver significantly damaged the Eisenhower Junior High School gymnasium in Hoffman Estates when he slammed into the building Saturday while trying to evade a traffic stop, police said. A structural engineer visited the school Monday to determine a plan of action for the necessary repairs. Full story.
Woman stable after being hit by a train
A Wisconsin woman is now in stable condition after being hit by a Canadian National freight train late Saturday night, authorities said. Skyelene Karaszweski, 25, from Genoa City, was flown via helicopter to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, where she was initially in the intensive care unit, police said. Full story.
Lake Forest Hospital gets boost from Hughes family
The family of the late, great John Hughes, known for writing and directing films like "National Lampoon's Vacation," "Home Alone" and "The Breakfast Club" is benefiting the expansion and revitalization of Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital by donating his former 11,000-plus-square-foot estate to the project. Full story.
Weather
Partly sunny and windy with temperatures in the mid-50s this afternoon, ABC 7 is reporting. It should be around 60 degrees when you head out the door. Temperatures tonight will be in the mid 40s. Full forecast from ABC 7.
Traffic
Construction continues on Quentin Road between Ensell Road and West IL Route 22 in Lake Zurich. People should expect delays. Full story.
Chicago Bears 'deserve the criticism'
Bears leaders say they deserve the criticism heaped upon them these days as the team's 3-5 record doesn't thrill them, either. Coaches say they hope to resurrect the team in the second half of the season. Full story.