Dawn Patrol: Arrieta throws another no-hitter
Arrieta throws another no-no
You never want to say there's no way Arrieta could pitch a no-hitter so soon after last year's gem on Aug. 30 at Dodger Stadium, but his electric stuff makes that a possibility every time he takes the mound. But no way, right? Way. Read Cubs beat writer Bruce Miles' take here.
Kane gives Hawks Game 5 win in double OT
The never-say-die Blackhawks, with their backs against the wall Thursday night at Scottrade Center, pulled out a dramatic 4-3 double overtime victory over St. Louis in Game 5 to keep their first-round series - and championship dreams - alive for at least two more days. Read beat writer John Dietz's take here.
Motorcyclist dies in Itasca crash
A motorcyclist died Thursday afternoon in Itasca after hitting a landscaping truck and trailer, fire officials said. The crash happened just after 4 p.m. at Thorndale and Park Boulevard in the construction zone of the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway, Itasca Lt. Rob Pokorny said. Full story.
Lunchtime worker accused of pushing student to ground in Gages Lake
A lunchtime worker at Woodland Elementary West School has been charged with battery for pushing an 8-year-old down twice, police say. The incident happened on April 4 at the school, during the lunch period for second-graders, Lake County sheriff's officials said in a news release. Full story.
Woodridge warehouse burns to the ground
A RoomPlace warehouse in Woodridge burned to the ground Thursday evening, as more than 35 fire departments attempted to extinguish the blaze, ABC 7 reported. The fire started around 6 p.m. in the 700,000-square-foot warehouse on the 2500 block of Internationale Parkway. Full story.
Motorcyclist severely injured in Bartlett crash
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash Thursday afternoon that shut down the intersection of Bartlett Road and Route 59 for four hours, Bartlett police said. Full story.
Weather
Mostly cloudy and 51 degrees this morning. Temperatures will climb to a high of only 52 degrees this afternoon before falling to 42 degrees overnight. Full story.
Traffic
Gas main work is scheduled to close the intersection of Atkinson Street and Center Street in Grayslake until Sunday. Full traffic.
Prince's death adds emotional weight to tribute show in St. Charles
A concert tonight at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles was just going to be another gig for the Prince tribute band The Purple Xperience. But with the unexpected death of the influential pop and R&B star yesterday, the concert will take on extra emotional weight for Prince fans and especially for members of band. Full story.
Danks better, but White Sox fall to Angels 3-2
Say this for John Danks: He lived to fight another day. The maligned No. 5 starting pitcher for the Chicago White Sox was hit hard in his first two starts of the season. But manager Robin Ventura was in Danks' corner before he took the mound against the Los Angeles Angels Thursday afternoon at U.S. Cellular Field. Read Sox beat writer Scot Gregor's take here.