Dawn Patrol: Man killed in Wauconda robbery had BB gun, police say; Pedestrian killed by train in Mt. Prospect
Officials: Man killed in Wauconda robbery carrying BB gun
The would-be robber who was shot four times and killed by a clerk in a Wauconda convenience store was identified as an Ingleside man who was carrying a BB gun, authorities said. They say Justin Greenenwald was wearing a mask when he entered the Kwick Shop Sunday night, pointed a handgun at a customer and clerk, then demanded money. Full story.
Pedestrian killed by train in Mt. Prospect
A Metra train running an express route struck and killed a pedestrian Tuesday night in downtown Mount Prospect, authorities said. The train, which was scheduled to make its next stop in Arlington Heights, struck the unidentified person near the Mount Prospect station at 6:30 p.m. Full story.
DuPage may discuss using bailiffs for court security to save money
In search of a cheaper way to secure the DuPage County courthouse, county board members are exploring ways to have personnel other than sheriff's deputies provide court security. One official estimated the savings at as much $50,000 per employee. But it still remains to be seen whether Sheriff John Zaruba will consider making any changes. Full story.
Striking Barrington High janitors: Restore pay and we'll negotiate
Barrington High School janitors are expected to be back out on the picket lines for a fifth day Wednesday after talks have stalled over wages. The dispute is between RJB Properties, which contracts with the school district, and its employees. Meanwhile, the school is being cleaned by replacement workers provided by RJB. Full story.
Algonquin man accused of sex toy attack at haunted house gets probation, fine
A 24-year-old man accused of dressing as a clown and using sex toys to harass and attack a woman and her daughter at a Montgomery-area haunted house recently received a year of supervision and a $500 fine after pleading guilty. Robert S. Keller, of Algonquin, also must perform 30 hours of community service at a nonprofit agency and have no contact with the victims, according to court records. Full story.
Addison man testifies about vicious attack, says it was over $50 debt
An Addison man testified Tuesday how a torturous beating inflicted on him three years ago left him fearing for his life and permanently disfigured. All for fifty dollars. Prosecutors said an ex-girlfriend's debt sparked the severe beating of 45-year-old Steven Stanley at the hands of 35-year-old Runaldo Ramsey of Chicago. Full story.
Weather
Cloudy and 62 degrees to start this morning. Temperatures are expected to reach 71 degrees this afternoon before dipping to 58 degrees overnight tonight. Full story.
Traffic
Roadwork closes Lake Street in Grayslake between Route 83 and Shorewood Road until September 18th. Full traffic.
Cubs win sixth in a row
Kyle Schwarber, Miguel Montero and Starlin Castro all hit home runs in support of another solid outing from Jake Arrieta, and the Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 8-5 last night for their sixth straight win. Full story.
Thompson, Sox rally to edge Boston
Getting the start in right field, White Sox rookie Trayce Thompson was 3-for-4 with 3 RBIs Tuesday night, and his 2-run double in the seventh inning put the White Sox on top for good. They beat Boston 5-4 at U.S. Cellular Field. Full story.
Chicago Bears' Goldman needs to be fast learner
The Bears are looking to rookie Eddie Goldman to fill the void left by the absence of four-time Pro Bowl nose tackle Jeremiah Ratliff, who will miss the first three games of the season as punishment for a 2013 DUI conviction. Goldman, the 6-foot-4, 332-pound second-round draft pick from Florida State, is the logical replacement, writes Bob LeGere. Full story.