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Dawn Patrol: Harry Volkman 'seriously ill'; hotel robbed near Elk Grove Village

Harry Volkman 'seriously ill,' according to family

Legendary Chicago meteorologist Harry Volkman is "seriously ill," according to his friends and family. A blog posted by WGN-TV's chief meteorologist Tom Skilling described Volkman as having been hospitalized and called for prayers for his longtime colleague and mentor. Full story.

Hotel robbed near Elk Grove Village

A Days Inn near Elk Grove Village was robbed at gunpoint Monday afternoon, Cook County sheriff's police said. The armed robbery took place at 4:45 p.m. at the hotel on the 1900 block of East Higgins Road. Full story.

Garage fire damages Campton Hills house

A garage fire that extended into a house in Campton Hills Monday afternoon caused $50,000 in damage and left the home uninhabitable. The fire started around 2:30 p.m. in a two-story home on the 39w700 block of Carl Sandburg in the Fox Mill Subdivision, fire officials said. Full story.

Police presence shuts down McLean Boulevard in South Elgin

Police investigating a suspicious item in South Elgin had McLean Boulevard shut down near Kane and Spring streets. The item, being investigated as an explosive, was found outside, officials said. Full story.

Grocery store 'long time coming' to south Naperville corner

A new grocery store and a five-space retail building will be bringing more life to a southwest Naperville development that's long been the site of much planning and attention. The Fresh Market, a grocer with seven stores in the suburban area, has expressed interest in the Naperville Crossings site at Route 59 and 95th Street. Full story.

Brew fest on tap this weekend

If you're looking for a craft beer festival that gives back, look no further than the fifth annual Wheaton Brew Fest taking place this weekend in Memorial Park. The event runs from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at 208 W. Union Ave. Full story.

Weather

Mostly clear and 77 degrees this morning. Temperatures will climb to 85 degrees this afternoon before dipping to 74 degrees overnight. Full story.

Traffic

Work will cause restrictions on Route 176 from Wauconda to Mundelein between Gilmer Road and US 12 until August 15. Full traffic.

Royal has connections

Training camp begins for the Bears on Thursday, and one player to watch is new acquisition Eddie Royal. The wide receiver's best season in the NFL was his first, and his QB was none other than Jay Cutler. Read Bob LeGere's take here.

Sky deals 'Big Syl'

A few months ago, all-star center Sylvia Fowles demanded to be traded from Chicago to Minnesota. The Sky made her wish come true in a surprising transaction brokered late Sunday night. Read Patricia Babcock McGraw's take here.

Bryant delivers in 9th

Kris Bryant's 2-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Cubs to a 9-8 victory Monday night over the Colorado Rockies. Read Bruce Miles' take here.

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