Dawn Patrol: Thousands run in Naperville marathon; police recover drugs and guns in Waukegan
Thousands of reasons to run for Naperville marathoners
The third annual Healthy Driven Naperville Marathon got off to a chilly start at 7 a.m. Sunday, when Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico helped kick off the proceedings at the starting line. But temperatures grew more moderate by the time the first full marathoner, Scot Ursum of Grand Rapids, Michigan, crossed the finish line with a time of 2:45:25. Ursum, 47, said his training on a hilly course in Grand Rapids prepared him for Naperville, with its hilly first half. "I had a feeling I was in good shape coming into this," he said. Full story.
Police recover drugs, guns in Waukegan
The Lake County Gang Task Force arrested two suspected gang members and recovered illegal drugs, guns and thousands of dollars in cash during an investigation last week, authorities said Sunday. Wayne Mackins, 55, of Beach Park, and Eddie M. Calhoun, 36, of Round Lake, each face multiple felony drug charges stemming from the investigation, which began with a Nov. 3 traffic stop, police said. Full story.
Kane County plans 'No Refusal' DUI patrols on Black Wednesday
For the fourth year in a row, the Kane County state's attorney's office will work with law enforcement agencies to hold a "No Refusal" DUI enforcement the day before Thanksgiving. State's Attorney Joe McMahon said Nov. 25, otherwise known as "Black Wednesday," was chosen with input from police agencies and the county's DUI Task Force. The day before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest drinking nights of the year. Full story.
Police investigate Palatine hit-and-run
A woman was injured in a hit-and-run crash Sunday morning at Palatine Road and Middleton Avenue in Palatine. The injured woman, who was the driver of one car, sustained nonlife-threatening injuries, said Palatine police Cmdr. Mike Vargas. The driver of the second car - whose location is still unknown - drove off on Palatine Road after the crash. Full story.
Weather
Clear and cool with temperatures of 39 degrees to start this morning. It will climb to 55 degrees this afternoon, before dipping to 37 degrees overnight tonight. Full story.
Traffic
Work closes River Road in Lake Barrington between Kelsey and Roberts roads until Wednesday, December 16th. Full traffic.
For now, Gase's only concern is Bears
Offensive coordinator Adam Gase was one of the hottest head-coaching candidates last off-season. And he's already being mentioned as a top candidate for the Tennessee Titans' job after Ken Whisenhunt was fired Tuesday. "That stuff's so far away," the 37-year-old Gase said. "We need to focus on winning games." The Bears play San Diego tonight. Read beat writer Bob LeGere's full take here.
Rozner: Bears might not find better option than Cutler
Working with offensive coordinator Adam Gase has been a saving grace for Jay Cutler, who has looked for most of the season like a quarterback the Bears can move forward with, Barry Rozner writes. Read his full column here.
Bulls try to be more vocal
The Chicago Bulls could have taken Sunday off, but it turned into a problem-solving day after a rough home loss to Minnesota. One subject coach Fred Hoiberg addressed was communication. He wants the players to talk more during games. Read beat writer Mike McGraw's take here.