Dawn Patrol: Aurora Public Library cuts jobs
Aurora Public Library cuts jobs
The Aurora Public Library is laying off 11 employees, not filling 10 open positions, closing a satellite location, and reducing hours at another branch - all part of a strategy to fill a $1.7 million budget hole, officials announced Tuesday. The layoffs affect eight full-time and three part-time employees, who will work their last day Aug. 19. Full story.
Elgin residents say they want mural gone
The majority of residents, mostly black, who spoke at a meeting Tuesday night about a controversial mural in Elgin had a clear message for the city - they feel disrespected by it and don't want it displayed. Full story.
Officials investigating whether dogs killed Antioch-area woman
Authorities are investigating whether a 71-year-old woman was mauled to death by her two dogs Tuesday in an unincorporated area near Antioch. Detectives say the victim sustained numerous dog bites on her body, but the Lake County coroner's office will conduct an autopsy this morning to determine a cause of death. Full story.
McHenry man charged with stabbing wife to death
A 30-year-old McHenry man was charged Tuesday with stabbing his wife to death at their home early Monday, authorities said. According to a criminal complaint, authorities said Anthony Harrison used a knife to stab his wife, Laura, in the neck. He remained under police supervision at a hospital. Full story.
Streamwood trustee dies at 65
Streamwood Trustee Guy Patterson, a nine-year member of the village board, died on Sunday, village officials said Tuesday. Patterson, 65, was also a Streamwood Park District commissioner for eight years - three of those as president. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday. Full story.
TSA shrinking wait times at O'Hare and Midway
Waits in security lines at O'Hare and Midway International airports have dropped significantly since mid-May, the TSA said Tuesday. But it still makes sense to get to the airport early in case you're among the minority of travelers in a line lasting more than 30 minutes. Back on May 15, security checkpoint waits surpassed 2 1/2 hours at O'Hare. Full story.
Clinton claims historic victory in Democratic primary
Hillary Clinton declared victory Tuesday night in her battle for the Democratic presidential nomination, becoming the first woman to lead a major American political party. She had already secured the delegates needed for the nomination, according to an Associated Press tally, but added to her totals with victories in New Jersey and several other states. Full story.
Weather
Sunny and 54 degrees this morning. Temperatures will climb to 70 degrees this afternoon. Temperatures tonight should be in the upper 50s. Full story.
Traffic
Resurfacing work is scheduled to cause restrictions on Glen Ellyn Road in Bloomingdale between Army Trail Road and Lake Street until June 30th. Full story.
Cubs squander chances, lose 3-2 to Phillies
The Cubs threatened late but weren't able to rally against the Philadelphia Phillies Tuesday night. Trailing 3-1, the Cubs loaded the bases with no outs but got only a run after a sacrifice fly and double play. Full story.
Shields' first test with Sox is tonight
The first test for new Sox pitcher James Shields comes tonight, and it's going to be a challenging matchup against Max Scherzer and the Nationals. The White Sox aren't expecting Shields to be great, but they'll gladly settle for really good. Read beat writer Scot Gregor's take here.