Dawn Patrol: What to know about Blackhawks parade; 3rd Naperville river rescue
Happy Blackhawks Day!
Millions of fans will converge on downtown Chicago today to celebrate the Blackhawks Stanley Cup victory parade. Before you leave, here's what you need to know about the day ahead.
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Second rescue yesterday, third in two days from DuPage River in Naperville
Naperville emergency responders rescued a 58-year-old man from the swiftly moving waters of the DuPage River last night - their second water rescue of the day. It was the third time in two days that Naperville emergency crews had to rescue people who tried unsuccessfully to boat down the rain-swollen river. Full story.
Norovirus found after illness at Elgin golf outing
Two people who golfed in an outing at an Elgin golf course have confirmed cases of norovirus and another 21 reported similar flu-like symptoms. All ate at the golf course's restaurant, although health officials say the source of the virus may never be known. Full story.
Chicago man convicted of robbery as a lookout at Streamwood Aldi
After two hours of deliberations late last night, jurors sided with the prosecution when they found a Chicago man guilty of armed robbery acting as a lookout at a Streamwood Aldi store in October. Joseph Bobbitt now is convicted along with two other robbers. Full story.
Des Plaines rejects disabled apartments over parking concerns
Citing a lack of parking if the building would change hands, Des Plaines aldermen voted against a proposed downtown apartment building that would allow people with disabilities to live independently. Five of eight denied a request for variances proposed by Evanston-based Over the Rainbow Association. Full story.
Top auditor's retirement won't deter College of DuPage probe
The retirement of the state's top auditor won't derail a sweeping probe of College of DuPage's operations, Illinois Auditor General Bill Holland said yesterday. Holland said he'll step down at the end of the year after about 22 years on the job. Full story.
Weather
Cloudy and 69 degrees to start. Temperatures will climb to 81 degrees this afternoon before dipping back to 57 degrees overnight. A thunderstorm is possible this evening. Full weather.
Traffic
Resurfacing work will cause restrictions on Army Trail Road between Munger and County Farm roads from Bartlett, Carols Stream and Hanover Park until October. Full story.
White Sox fall again, but at least they score
Clearly, Sox manager Robin Ventura is getting tired of watching the Sox swing the bats day in and day out. While the loss to Pittsburgh yesterday was their sixth in a row, at least the White Sox managed to cross home plate. Full story.