Dawn Patrol: Flood victims find help at resource center
Flood victims find help at resource center
Hundreds of people affected by historic flooding last week in Lake County sought help and supplies Thursday at a newly opened Multi-Agency Resource Center set up at the old Garden Fresh Center grocery store in Round Lake Beach. Full story.
Palatine bar employee charged in brawl that involved Haley Reinhart
An employee of the Lamplighter Inn Tavern and Grille in Palatine is charged with choking a 30-year-old Wheeling man during a brawl involving pop singer Haley Reinhart and several of her friends. Adam Sobanski, 32, of Palatine is charged with two counts of aggravated battery, a felony punishable by up to five years in prison. Full story.
Elgin man accused of breaking in, trying to assault teen
An Elgin man who authorities say tried to sexually assault a teenage girl Wednesday morning then held police at bay for three hours was ordered held on $3 million bail. Jon Fischer, 67, who appeared in court yesterday wearing paper hospital scrubs, was charged with attempted aggravated criminal sexual assault, aggravated domestic battery and unlawful restraint. If convicted of the most serious charge, he faces up to 15 years in prison. Full story.
Kane County Fair continues today
Yesterday was the first day of the 149th annual Kane County Fair. It continues from noon to midnight today and Saturday and from noon to 10 p.m. Sunday at the fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles. Some of today's highlights include: Eric Chesser on Miller Light Soundstage form 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and professional bull riding and barrel racing at the Grandstand starting at 7:30 p.m. Full story.
Palatine man charged with sex assault
A Palatine man was ordered held on a total bail of $2.75 million Thursday on charges he sexually assaulted two 13-year-old girls. Santiago Rosales, 54, is charged with criminal sexual assault, a felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison. Prosecutors say the abuse occurred sometime between January and July at Rosales' home. Full story.
Elmhurst Hospital to expand emergency department
Elmhurst Hospital is expanding its emergency department in response to a rising number of patients in recent years. The project will add eight emergency department rooms for a total of 39. The hospital announced the department will expand into what is now a neighboring unit called the centralized admissions area. Full story.
Authorities say guest attacked boy in Streamwood
A Texas man who was staying with a family friend in Streamwood is accused of dragging a 12-year-old down stairs, striking him with a gym shoe and pushing him with enough force to dent a wall. Full story.
Weather
Mostly cloudy and 74 degrees this morning. Scattered thunderstorms today, with highs in the upper 80s. Lows tonight in the upper 70s. Full story.
Traffic
Rawson Bridge Road remains closed between Roberts Road and Tuxedo Lane due to flooding. Full story.
This series will set tone for rest of Cubs' season
The St. Louis Cardinals have come to Chicago for a three-game series starting this afternoon. Despite their own first-half struggles, they're still a threat, and the Cubs have a chance this weekend to set the tone for the rest of the season. Read beat writer Bruce Miles' take here.