Dawn Patrol: Snow warnings continue today
Snow warnings continue today
A lake effect snow warning for Cook, Lake and DuPage continues until 4 p. m. this afternoon. Some areas could see 5-9 inches of snow. Highs around 29 today, with lows tonight in the teens. Full story and full weather forecast.
Serial shoplifter found guilty in DuPage County
One of Florida's most notorious shoplifters is now likely to spend time in an Illinois prison before being sent back to his home state. DuPage County Judge Liam Brennan yesterday convicted Ignatius Pollara, 51, of three counts of burglary and two counts of retail theft. Full story.
Tollway looks to add I-PASS penalty for not having transponder
Are there more cars than I-PASS transponders in your household? You might face additional charges when driving through toll plazas without one. Full story.
Police say Round Lake Beach man wielded machete
A Round Lake Beach man has been charged after a case of domestic battery turned into a hostage and barricade situation that started Sunday night and stretched into early yesterday morning, police said. Full story.
Pedestrian struck by train in Elgin
An outbound Metra train on the Milwaukee District West Line struck and killed a pedestrian in Elgin during last night's rush hour, Metra officials say. Train No. 2237 scheduled to arrive at Big Timber Road at 6:27 p.m. struck the pedestrian near Route 31 and Wing Street after leaving the Elgin station, Metra spokeswoman Meg Reile said. Full story.
Aurora man indicted in attempted murder case
A 20-year-old Aurora man has been indicted on a charge of attempted murder and multiple gun crimes after he fired bullets into a passing vehicle in Aurora in 2015, the Kane County state's attorney's office said yesterday. Full story.
New IDs foster communication between drivers with disabilities, police
"My medical condition may impair my ability to communicate with others, especially with strangers or in stressful situations," reads the introduction on a new identification card designed to ease interactions between police and people with disabilities. Called the "Person with a Disability Wallet Card," the new form of identification is available free from any secretary of state's driver services facility. Full story.
Traffic
The snow is causing slow travel times on I-290, I-90 and the Tri-State Tollway. Full traffic.
Rondo, Mirotic step up to help Bulls end losing streak
A lineup change and a card game helped the Bulls snap their five-game losing streak Monday. Rajon Rondo returned to the starting lineup for the first time since Dec. 30 and provided a spark. Nikola Mirotic got back on the floor after sitting out the previous three games and led the Bulls with 24 points. It all led to a 115-109 victory at Charlotte. Read beat writer Mike McGraw's take here.