Dawn Patrol: Bensenville woman accused of biting South Barrington cop
Bensenville woman accused of biting cop
A Bensenville woman faces domestic battery and aggravated battery charges following an incident where police say she uttered racial slurs and bit an officer on the leg. Full story.
Arlington Hts. board delays vote on wage, sick day ordinances
The Arlington Heights village board last night delayed a vote on whether to opt out of two Cook County ordinances mandating that businesses pay employees for sick days and higher minimum wages, after a crowd rallied in support of the ordinances. Full story.
Des Plaines man charged with attempted murder
A shooting in the parking lot of a tavern in Niles has resulted in attempted murder charges for a Des Plaines man. Full story.
No property tax, no problem in Vernon Hills
Vernon Hills officials say big tax incentives used to lure economic development are paying off big in return. Click here to learn how the community is thriving by relying on sales tax instead of property taxes.
Lombard park leaders say library officials knew about encroachment worries
Lombard Park District commissioners say Helen Plum library officials have known for more than a year that the commissioners oppose any plans to have a new $22.3 million building encroach into neighboring Lilacia Park. Full story.
Des Plaines gas station robbed by man with machete
A machete-wielding man robbed a Des Plaines gas station yesterday before fleeing the scene with a female accomplice. Full story.
Sexting investigation in Lake Zurich
Police are investigating a tip about sexting activity by students at Lake Zurich High School. Such activity among minors can result in criminal charges. Full story.
Weather
Partly cloudy and 38 degrees this morning. Partly sunny skies today with highs around 48. Lows tonight in the upper 20s. Full story.
Traffic
Intersection work is causing delays on westbound Dundee Road and northbound McHenry Road in Wheeling. Full traffic.
Illini advance in NIT
Tracy Abrams scored 18 points, Leron Black had a double-double and Illinois pulled away midway through the second half to beat Boise State 71-56 on Monday night in the second round of the NIT. Full story.
Pivotal week for Bulls
There are some must-win games coming up this week if the Bulls are going to stay in the playoff chase. They'll try to beat Toronto tonight, then return home to face Detroit on Wednesday. Read beat writer Mike McGraw's full take here.